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de-tuned K20A.Quote:
Originally Posted by HHOONNDDAA
I am a total NOOB to this, does the Integra Type S has a K20A in there? make the 150kw range?
if so
Any idea if it would be possible to retune the civic sport back to type S spec? re-tune...
Correct me if im wrong but i do belive that the k20 in the civic has vtec only on the intake cam, while the type s has both intake and exh...
Just to clarify, the Sport actually has a K20A "variant" it's NOT the K20A per se. But with re-tuning, it's not just a matter of plug and play. Things to think about would include:Quote:
Originally Posted by HHOONNDDAA
ECU (ignition time, camshaft timing, vtec, etc), engine internals, fuel pumps & rails, etc.
cheers
Northbridge, james st. i use to ignore the natives shit.. but now any even look at me the wrong way... too many times!Quote:
Originally Posted by HHOONNDDAA
anyone can tell me what headlight globe the new civic is using? H4?
im not sure on the light..
i jus ordered a black vti manual :p
im thinking to change to HID..
ive planned alot of other things as well..
bt its gonna tk a bit of time.
wat about u guys..
wats ur plans with the civic?
and any other options for us..
aside from the factory kit..
anyone doing the mugen dominator kit?...
I'm so disappointed we're not getting the hatch. I reckon it looks really good and I definitely would have considered it for my next car.
Here's the Fifth Gear review if you haven't seen it.
http://video.google.com/videoplay?do...23957717355448
very nice review
i bought a 2006 civic 1 mth ago...they wer real tite with discounts....no dealer is letting anyone off with discounts excepts discounts on accessories. ended up getting a manual vti-L for 29k inc. tiniting and paint protection. but i think they worth it
Yup, your are right. Since the 06 new CIVIC demand is greater than supply in the market, all the dealers are selling the similar price with range of $500 difference. It depends on how much they want to charge for the delivery charge. Some dealers just want to be more competitive~ instead, they are willing to give you accessories, such as carpet, tint window, foot step ... even parking sensor or protection painting. But I saw some dealers start selling demo cars, which they might be paid less than usual.
yea ur rite they offered me a demo car...however they wer only 2k price diff... n i thought paying 2k extra id b better off as i would definitly be the 1st driver...kinda not including the ppl that work there that drove the car off the truck n into their show room...hehe
wsup guys!
i juz got back frm the dealer and i was interested in a few :honda: options..such as:
LED Lights:
Interior Trim Set
Side Step Garnish
Bodykit excluding rear spoiler [i asked for the hybrid spoiler but they said they cant get it..i only can get it aftermarket]
for 2600...
personally i dont think its worth it...as i plan to change the kit later..bt i think the LED's, Trim Set and Side step garnish make some nice touches to the base civic!...
do u guys know anywhere else I might be able to get these at a cheaper price than wat they are offering me...
also..question..i got a fren selling 2003 euro alloy wheels..can these fit the new civic?....
i have 2 wait till june for my car...and i askedd the dealer if they would be able to supply me with another car till then..bt they said some rules changed in march..and they cant blah blah..can anyone verify this>?>?
ur advise would be muchly appreciated!!!
Last week of june mine arrive and i order it on 4th of march.. Wheels might void warranty and if u want extras eg light kit u can get them much cheaper from some website around the places :D
yeah thats same for me hey..
dissapointing to wait for so long..evn though its worth the wait..
maybe i can start getting some parts b4 hand..
wat are ur plans for the car man.?
wheels will void warranty..if they are not honda genuine ones =( sad..haha..
bt in the future i will plan to change suspension and rims for sure..!!
If u in perth come to the autosalon show on the 29july then u will see what plans have been done ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by kn_19_ht
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Originally Posted by Jr
hihi..yeah..im in perth..i will come down for sure...
did u go to the auto teknica show..held last weekend?...
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Originally Posted by kn_19_ht
are you guys serious!?! are you saying, if you ordered a civic early march you have to wait til late june? is it just a WA thing or does that apply australia-wide?Quote:
Originally Posted by Jr
i ordered mine 5th of march (in Sydney, NSW), expecting a good call from the dealer any day now, but don't want to hear "you have to wait another 2 months"!
Mine is just rare lol nah mine is app the first white sport in WA. Hard to get white as the dealer said it hasnt been produced at the factory in large numbers!!!! Do worrie iv put in complaints in with honda aust with waiting times!!!
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Originally Posted by Jr
white sports...very nice!!!...mines juz a black vti....
how can we take this up with honda australia..
hey also juz wondering..abt the mirrors...with the sports n vti-L they have the indicators in them...vti's dont..juz wondering if anyone knows where i can get this swapped/done..
i think i will have to take a sports for a spin this wednesday :p
Hiya guys my first post on ozhonda.
I spoke to a lady from a honda dealer today about the rims, she was under the impression that if the overall profile is not any larger then it wouldn't void the warranty. I asked her to email me tomorrow in writing after she speaks to the techs. I'll let you all know.
Also, a few options were the Sport's rims which was $1100 (or thereabouts, without tyres) also fog lights which were around $500.
Guys anyone got a shot with and without the led lights? I'd like to see them, how much is that option btw?
Cheers
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Originally Posted by Howie
welcome..ive been on these forums for at least a year now..and it was only up until recently that i started posting..[ i guess a big part of this is cos im getting the new civic]..anywayz 500 for lights is crazY! hahah.. i heard the LED option is about $200..
also just wondering if any of u guys have seen the dominator kit? it also has clear rear LED lights...looks hot! anyone with any news on the kit or accessories....
i think the wheel issue voiding the warranty depends on each individual dealer. don't think there's an official statement from honda, add to the fact that honda only supply up to 16" rim as an official accessory.Quote:
Originally Posted by Howie
i emailed honda aust regarding if wheel size is more than 17" and above would we void the warranty. they gave me a coy answer that you can DO whatever you want to the car but should it be found that the unofficial part is causing the problem then no warranty on the parts involved.
i saw the honda jap site, they are selling 17" as an official accessory. just like sat-nav, rear camera etc... and they even give an official pricing not like in aust where u ask different dealer and they quote you different pricing...
Official email from the local honda dealer, regarding the tyre sizing.
Sounds ridiculous to me. It didn't answer my question at all.
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Hope you are well, I found out a few things with the tyre size and laws for the Civics. Each car has a plate on the inside of the A pillar of the car (or else where) that states the tyre size(s) you can legally put on the car. in Civics case as far as i know Vti and Vti-L are only 15inch and Civic Sport 16inch. SA will apparently be enforcing new laws soon that make it very diffucult for us the dealer to supply non standard wheels. So if you want to change the wheel size from the ADR standard we cannot deliver the car you would have to do this yourself after delivery.
Its all becoming very complicated! If you have any more questions or if there is anything I can do for you please let me know. Have a lovely, safe long weekend and we'll be in touch
I reckon why pay top price for Honda's Rims? they don't look that great, I am sure one of the people that have the sport here have a set of 16" for sale, they put on aftermarket straight away. In terms of Warranty, they love to void everything and any thing when it comes to a claim. I have always been told that you are allowed to go up 2 inches following the placcard, Just keep in mind, that the profiles and rim size must all match back to the diameter of the wheel before and after the change. Good luck!
lots of VT-i's and VTI-L;s and ALL SPORTS are now june/july
OMG! is this only for melbourne? or Australia WIDE?Quote:
Originally Posted by UNLS1
I thought CIVIC is one of the every body car... not like a elise or sumthing that has limited production, how many exactly are made per month?
DEMAND > SUPPLY???
Australia wide, i've been told June/July also.
i did speak to honda australia about this matter (wheels) i told them i have purchased the new civic & wish to put my own wheels on the car, i explained the size (17") & have made sure they are the same rolling diameter of the original stock wheels & tyres.
the person at honda did say & i quote.... you may put whatever wheels & tyres you wish on the car after all it's your car. as far as warranty is concerned you may only have a problem if the aftermarket wheels are a course of a problem in that area i.e steering, suspension, but providing your wheels & tyres are the same rolling diameter i can not see this being a problem.
to be honest this is the first time i have ever heard of such a thing. i have owned subaru, ford, opel (holden) etc i have never had a problem with fitting aftermarket wheels, providing they are within 10% of the rolling diameter of the original wheels & tyres.
PUTTING AFTERMARKET WHEELS & TYRES DOES NOT VOID YOUR WARRANTY ON YOUR WHOLE CAR.
Did you get that in writing?
no need to get it in writing. if it's the dealer saying that it voids your warranty
on your whole car ring honda australia & tell them what the dealer told you.
honda dealers say this as a sales ploy to make you think that the only alloy wheels that can be fitted to your car are genuine ones.
it is just not right.
i mean if your going to be stupid & put 18's or 19's on your car then your only asking for trouble.
for a 17" wheel you need to put a 45 series tyre on it, do not put a 40 series tyre on as it does not meet the same rolling diameter.
if in doubt contact honda australia directly.
yeah its aus wide, the civic is very popular! its just like when the mazda 3 came out, everyone wants one and there are only so many they can supply per month!
massive demand and a small supply = longer waits and less discount
Get ever think in writing, in court word of mouth doesn’t hold up. Blk Vti iv got that same answer from deal but they wont give it to me in writing.. I'll let you guys know what happens dealing with Honda Aust over some issues.
Good little car guys........went for a fang with some euro cars last wkend.
It could do with better tyres. :thumbsup:
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a2...CivicnGolf.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a2...4EVA/Civic.jpg
http://members.fordmods.com/~fuzion/vw/4.jpg
Go the Yoko's A048's all around and you'll be laughin'! ;)
cheers
i want new tyres as well :( though the dunlops are ooook.
i think it depends when you ordered it. i ordered mine 5th of march, called the dealer just then and they said it just landed in australia and i should get it around end of next week.Quote:
Originally Posted by UNLS1
*big sigh of relief*
white sport... should be nice. white doesn't seem as bad these days, i remember a time when even my mum would cringe at the thought of "another" white car.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jr
and re complains with waiting times - 2-3 months is nothing compared to the 12 months some people have been waiting for their golf gti :) (although vw got their act together and now those waiting lists have recently been cut to 4-5 months)
yeah well i was in doubt, i contacted both honda aust and my local honda dealer, both gave me different story.Quote:
Originally Posted by blk vti
it's pretty standard that you can go up to +3 max from factory default 15" (as long as the overall rolling diameter is still close to the original).
i just think that there's no official statement from honda australia and that each dealer's just trying to cover their ass and playing safe. even the official reply i got back from honda aust was so coy in the way they phrase it.
the honda dealer i deal with will let me fit 17" and above but it'll void the suspension warranty. i thought suspension is wear and tear and not covered in the warranty?
anyway, it sounds like i'm being given the run around. even honda japan does a better job by giving 17" wheel as an accessory. just plain bs.. :thumbdwn:
hi guys...
i asked my dealer to see if he would be able to organise a loan car for me..to use until the civic arrives..and he told me that the law has changed..since march 2006..every car that leaves the yard needs to have stamp duty applied etc...
is this for real..or is he juz saying this cos he doesnt wanna let me use a car.. :(
wtf, 12months???? for a golf gti... hmm, what they build to order???
i don't think they're built to order... just that demand has far exceeded supply capabilities thus creating a hugely long waiting list. in other words they didn't expect the 40k hot hatch to sell as well as it is in australia :)
re wheel sizes, i don't know about warranty and stuff but i know about the law in NSW about changing wheels. you have to follow a few rules:
- wheel rim thickness cannot grow by more than 1" (25.4mm) over the maximum size recommended on the tyre/wheel size plaque (found somewhere in the car)
- overall rolling diameter of wheel+tyre must not be more than 15mm larger than the max recommended on the plaque, and must not be more than 15mm smaller than the min recommended on the plaque
- overall track (width from left wheel rim outside edge to right wheel rim outside edge) cannot grow by more than 1 inch (25.4mm)
in NSW, if you follow these rules, you are legally allowed to change your wheels without having to notify the RTA (NSW's motor governing body). however if you break any of these rules, you have to notify the RTA and have them assess that your new rims are ok for use with the car, chances are it should be fine. i think the situation you really want to avoid is being involved in an accident where you are not at fault, and then the RTA finds you have non-complying rims on your car and so your car was not roadworthy at the time of the accident - which is bad news.
again, from a NSW standpoint, assuming the only wheel tyre size on the civic sport is 205/55R16 on 16x6.5 wheels, then the following are allowable upgrades (i made a spreadsheet to make filtering easier):
- 215/50R17 on 17x7 wheels
- 215/45R17 on 17x7 wheels
- 225/45R17 on 17x7.5 wheels
- 235/45R17 on 17x7.5 wheels
edit: if someone who already has a new civic (or any other car for that matter), give me the min and max wheel AND tyre sizes specified for the car and i'll tell you what you can do hassle-free in NSW.
Order civic vti_L auto for $28300 on 1st April. anyone got any idea when is the next shipping for honda civic to australia?
Another email from my dealer today.
Crap.. there's so much room for interpretation in that it ain't funny.Quote:
Hope you had a great weekend! I have spoken to Honda representatives and technically if you change anything from standard it could void the warranty, if Honda deems that the problem was caused by the aftermarket changes. So you can take your chances with the larger alloys but we have to recommend that everything stays as standard. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.
Hope you have a great day.
Thoes new civics look ok, wonder if they will make a coupe ?
the sport get these crap Bridgestones.........Quote:
Originally Posted by type one
whats going on, how come no ones got there car on here yet.
I went to one of the dealer in Melb to order my civic around beginning of March, and they promised me that the car would be delivered by beginning of april. I called them back on beginning of April, and they said the car should be delivered by mid to late April. And now, I called them back again today, and they said around May. Is there anything I can do about this?
thanks for any advice...
man..i feel ya pain..
wat does it say on ur contract?
the dealer told me..when signing..
should be here arnd june..
i was at least hoping for a loan car..or a car to drive arnd in..bt then he told me some story about every car that drives out of the lot having to pay stamp duty etc..
anywayz wen i went back to give a deposit
he tells me late june..
this juz doesnt seem right hey..
i know wat u guys were saying abt the vw gti having to wait 12 months..bt
how many of those cars do u see driving on the st?...the oww i tink im talkn ant the R32 Golf..bt even so with the GTi's how many in comparison with honda civic??...
in perth..im seeing a few more civics..VTi's..and more Sports..haha..
for those of you who are waiting everyday patiently for ur civic..how do u feel abt this???...
yeah pretty sucky... u can have m Vti for 26k LOL....
I dont care no more, waiting lets me save money for mods :D it will come just need to wait im sure the dealer isnt holding your car just to piss you off ever one is in the same boat :(
hahah..nah its k..Quote:
Originally Posted by type one
bt any pics...
juz curious!!!
any mods????
no mods... only looking at sussy and tyres at this point... going to rip off the hubcaps and go HK 'no cash' stylez...LOL... young and dangerous mang... hahahaha
When the Civic first came out in Perth - waiting times to buy the Civic were not ridiculous - I was told I can get a Sports version Civic 06 in two weeks!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by kn_19_ht
From a recent newsletter from Prestige Honda in Perth - there's about 1600+ ppl buying Civics vs 800+ in Euro's and vs 61 for Integra!!!! :p
ouch!!!..Quote:
Originally Posted by primetimex
how i wish they gave me a euro for the same price hahahhaha...jk jk jk
oh gawd that many civics.........expected I guess.Quote:
Originally Posted by primetimex
anyone out there with the paddle shift notice any delays in down shifts?
sounds exactly like what happened to me... except for the last call where they told me it just arrived and will be in my hands in a week. i suggest you call them every week, in the hope they give you a pleasant surprise - i bet even they won't know for sure when the car will arrive in aus, but when it does it's not long before you get it :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Aco3n
i don't think there's anything you can do about it unless your contract says it will be delivered by a specific time... just hang in there. you're definitely not the only one waiting for a new car :)
Hey mate,Quote:
Originally Posted by Aco3n
Id stick in there with your deal, its pretty common for sales people to just say "yeah, should get your car in by this month" without them searching for your exact specification.
Like I said, sticking with your contract will be your best shot at getting that car ASAP, as that saleperson would be working hard to get your car so he does not lose the deal.
If you were PROMISED a car by this time, I would put in a complaint, demanding for a loan car till your's arrives. Should be easily arranged through the dealer and will only be done if he literally promised the car would be in your hands by now.
Keep in mind too, it is out of the dealer's control when your vehicle will arrive, I work for Volkswagen up here, and the GTI situation is a nightmare with customer's waiting, as we give a guide when their car will arrive, yet it is still often weeks late.
A lot of factor's come into play with the arrival time, so be understanding too :thumbsup:
Thanks for the replies guys, very helpful... the contract said I should got the car by 1st of April. I'll try to contact the dealer every week, and see what happens by then..
Aco3n,
You should also make best use of your contract terms....
"If the dealer has not delivered the motor vehicle to the customer, within thirty days of the estimated delivery date, the customer by notice in writing mayrecind this contract."
That is, if they havent delivered the car to you by 30 days after their estimated delivery date you've been handed a free option to go get a better deal from another dealer and recind your original contract. Alternatively, you could let your dealer know you intend to do this unless they drop their price again.
Its a wonderful negotiating position you are put in and you can bet your dealer and the dealers that post on this forum will not like it! :-)
yup good point. if you're just chasing for faster delivery time, i dont think going to another dealer looking for the same model would be helpfull, as all the honda dealers are facing the same situation (supply cant keep up with demand). unless of course the other dealer offers to give you a better deal just to get your order :)Quote:
Originally Posted by iigrover
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Originally Posted by primetimex
man that is crazy!!..wen i was firstly interested in the civic..i went down to prestige on a wednesday night..and it was crazy...next door at mazda i could hear a pin drop hahah..
questions:
Q: can anyone tell me if a car dealer is allowed to lend u a car while waiting for ur car to arrive?..
Q: anyone know where to purchase the civic sports mirrors with the indicators?
Q: do accord euro standard rims or dc5r rims fit the new civic?
Q: anyone know where to get the hybrid spoiler..as i asked my dealer and they would only sell me the aftermarket one..which i tink is quite ugly..are there any places in perth that supply the mugen kit? does anyone have any other sites/forums other than the US ones that talk abt the civic Si coupe haha
thanks everyone.. :p
It's at their own cost.Quote:
Originally Posted by kn_19_ht
The Accord Euro comes with 5x114.3 rims and +55 offset for both the 16 and 17" rims. If the Civic has the same 5x114.3 and a similar offset, then it should fit.Quote:
Originally Posted by kn_19_ht
hello everyone..
juz wondering..is the model of the new civic EL???..
any links of any modified ones at all?????
aside from the modulo and dominator concept ones?
btw: the dominator front and rear lights look quite hot...
Anyone waiting for their civic, got it yet?
Still coming.. since 2 weeks ago.. and will be still coming.. up to beginning of May.. really frustating!! Luckily I still have another spare car... ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by yeehou
I got my Silver Moss Sport from Trivett for $32K drive away.
This included the Cargo net and Floor Mats.
I also recently got the:
Bass Works Kit $450 (from the US)
Bonet protector $79
Rear Cup Holders $50
HID Conversion Kit $450 (from the US)
Ive had the car for a few weeks now (purchased it on the 2nd? 3rd weekend of its release) and absolutely love it...
Youve got to bargain hard... dont accept the sales crap about it being popular...
Huh??? How did you convince the dealer to import stuff for you from the US??? Some nuffy dealers in Melbourne don't even know that the bodykit exists -let alone goodies from the US???Quote:
Originally Posted by wassup
Oh... con you post some pics of your new civic please - I'd like to see it! :)
cheers
Sorry,
The goodies from the US i purchased myself. if you search for 2006 Civic accessories youll find the sites im talking about. As for the HID lights, got them from XenonDepot. If you got the 8th Gen civic forums you might find yourself a link that will also take you to a special offers page for civic owners.
Pictures ill be doing this weekend (if the weather holds up). I'll post them shortly.
did you only order it 2 weeks ago? hmm better check with your dealer, some people that ordered it in march have been told to wait until july :confused:Quote:
Originally Posted by Aco3n
mine arrived in australia end of last week so i was expecting it to be ready this weekend... but just called the dealer and they said that they only received the car at the dealership today, so the earliest i can have it is this coming wednesday. given that i work full time i'll be picking it up on the weekend = 8 week wait total! hehe
hi fellow oz honda members stuff waiting for your car we the last dealership to have some stock available. not 2-3 months try 3-4 days!!!!
let me know what you after and i shall find out if its available, be quick though it wont last long.
Good that u have spare car, civic Vti-L (black)will be my first car, I ordered it on 1st April, told by the dealer that I will get it in 4 weeks times, hopefully he will call me next week. He also told me that the delay depends on the color. What model and color did u order?Quote:
Originally Posted by Aco3n
If it delayed, I'm gonna be really frustrated.
it may be delayed as the plant fell behind in production. you very well could have it on time as one of the boats arived a couple of days ago. if it is delayed its not the salespersons fault but the production plants so dont take frustrations out on them. we have been notified of our delayed deliveries and notified our customers. if you havnt been notified you sould be good to go.
which dealership did you buy the car from and how much you pay if you dont mind me asking?
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Originally Posted by PaZzMaN-R
i ordered a VTi black manual on 8th April and have been told that i should [ possibly] get it around end of June..thats crazy!..bt wat else can i do?
if some body was after a pic, here is mine...
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE CAR!
:honda: :thumbsup:
MAN I GIVE UP! Can't upload crap on this forum! TRIED EVERY POSSIBLE WAY
I will just post a link to it for the time being!
Link to picture page
What car did they order? Is it Civic Sport? Dealer also told me that Civic sport won't arrive until July.Quote:
Originally Posted by chylld
I ordered from John Blair Honda in Melbourne, $28300 for Vti-L AutoQuote:
Originally Posted by PaZzMaN-R
you can sit tight and wait mate. plants working flat out and boats can only go so fast. your not the only one...Quote:
Originally Posted by kn_19_ht
Hmm...maybe try imageshack to host the images.Quote:
Originally Posted by HHOONNDDAA
i believe it's the server I chucked my picture on. it doesn't allow external link, and I tried putting it up as an attachment on this forum with no luck.
I can get the manual vti for $22600 & auto for $24600 driveaway. Basically around $1500-$1600 on top of the retail price for each model.
Thats neat! How can the rest of us get that deal?Quote:
Originally Posted by Atjo