Help me determine if this is a genuine DC5R

Hey guys, Im just wondering if anyone here can help me determine weather this Integra is a genuine Type R or if its a normal Integra with a body kit and badges.

I can see the cluster goes up to 9000 RPM but worried about the steering wheel and engine bay. Heres the link the the add.

http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/ca...Pad&width=1050
http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/ca...Pad&width=1050
http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/ca...Pad&width=1050
http://liveimages.carsales.com.au/ca...Pad&width=1050

So what do you guys think ?

Looks like a normal integra with body kit. You can get the vin and engine number and do a check?

I can't really tell

best way vin code


==VIN DECODER==

-JHM-DC5-3-9-02-C-XXXXXX

JHM = Manufacturer Make & Type
Honda Motor Co. Country

DC5 = Line, Body, Engine
DC5: DC5/ RSX

3 = Body Type and Transmission
3: manual 3-doors
4: automatic 3-door

9 = Vehicle Grade (series)
9: Type R
9: Type S
3: base

02 = Model Year
02: 2002
05: 2005
06: 2006

C = Factory Code
C: Saitama Factory in Japan

Here's the VIN guys. Help me out ? jhmdc53902c201078

Looks like a DC5R based on the VIN you provided.

However the steering wheel is NOT a DC5R steering wheel - DC5R steering wheels have the Red H badge.

Make of this what you want. Could just be replaced for innocent reasons to replaced cause of a major accident that caused airbags to go off.

Also, the 'Type R' badge is in the wrong spot on the rear of the car.

Why don't you ask the owner any questions you may have.

If you're only concerned about it being a genuine DC5R then driving it and checking engine and VIN numbers should help.

@DC5.Raven: The only problem is Im not from Syd. Would any forum member be able to help me out here ?

what's the engine number?

aus spec dc5r is k20A2

I smell fish get a ppsr check then a reputable mechanic to check it

walk away. don't bother.
This has had a nasty prang obviously enough.
Keep looking for another DC5 dude.

as you can see the rear number plate has been damaged badly , must of been in a accident for sure , replaced steering wheel with normal dc5 steering wheel :/

Doesnt the Type S have a black badge on the steering wheel?

Seems that if you look at the license plates on the rear that it has a very nasty scrape on the top right edge...

Im guessing that he had a smash, and was a repaired write off...

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Originally Posted by eren

as you can see the rear number plate has been damaged badly , must of been in a accident for sure , replaced steering wheel with normal dc5 steering wheel :/

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u quick little bugger

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Originally Posted by RenzokukenJ

Doesnt the Type S have a black badge on the steering wheel?

Seems that if you look at the license plates on the rear that it has a very nasty scrape on the top right edge...

Im guessing that he had a smash, and was a repaired write off...

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yup exactly , dont bother with this DC5! ( the seller should also be upfront ! i hate idiots like that >:(

look how glossy it is on the rear number plate panel

these guise are right I reckon,accident and resprayed

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Originally Posted by RenzokukenJ

u quick little bugger

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naughty abo ;) ;)

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Originally Posted by eren

yup exactly , dont bother with this DC5! ( the seller should also be upfront ! i hate idiots like that >:(

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to be honest though its not really being dodgy either, unless he says to you that its not been in a accident... kinda just playing dumb

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Originally Posted by RenzokukenJ

to be honest though its not really being dodgy either, unless he says to you that its not been in a accident... kinda just playing dumb

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maybe OP should just do Revs check if that desperate for this dc5r?

Buy mine and have no dramas.

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Originally Posted by r3ckless

Buy mine and have no dramas.

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Farrkk very clean! looks legit

I have changed the title of your thread, in future please make thread titles more informative.

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Originally Posted by WATAJK

walk away. don't bother.
This has had a nasty prang obviously enough.
Keep looking for another DC5 dude.

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Dude , how the hell can you tell anything lol. Way to ruin a guys sale.

https://www.myrta.com/wps/portal/ext...nQLbMcd4tvVxH/

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Originally Posted by spyce

https://www.myrta.com/wps/portal/ext...nQLbMcd4tvVxH/

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even cheaper:

http://checkvin.com.au/?gclid=CJWE68...FQcipQodBBoArQ

$9.90

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Every VIN number REVS report we provide contains both easy to read plain text data and official vehicle VIN history PPSR certificate in PDF format, generated by government body.

Report data includes all vehicle history records Australian PPSR and NEVDIS databases have, such as:

Encumbrances:
Finance / Money owing
Secured parties
Contact details

Written off records:
Collisions
Storm / flood damages
Inspections

Theft records:
Stolen VIN records
Number plate thefts
Engine thefts

Registration details:
State or territory
Number plate
Rego expiration date

Vehicle details:
Vehicle Identification Number
Manufacturer Year, Make, Model
Vehicle classification, Body type
Engine number
Compliance plate date

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Wow you guys have a really keen eye. I called up the seller and he has no idea if its been in any accidents as they have only owned it for the last two months. They also have no idea what mods have been done it.

Guess it's worth staying away huh ?

Thankyou guys for the help. Really saved me the trouble.

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Originally Posted by tuannn

Wow you guys have a really keen eye. I called up the seller and he has no idea if its been in any accidents as they have only owned it for the last two months. They also have no idea what mods have been done it.

Guess it's worth staying away huh ?

Thankyou guys for the help. Really saved me the trouble.

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how can you not know what mods are on it after driving it for 2 months?

Maybe they have never popped the bonnet lmao

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Originally Posted by RenzokukenJ

how can you not know what mods are on it after driving it for 2 months?

Maybe they have never popped the bonnet lmao

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I have no idea..

Can someone tell me is it normal for DC5R's to lose their manifold covers ?

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Originally Posted by tuannn

I have no idea..

Can someone tell me is it normal for DC5R's to lose their manifold covers ?

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The inlet manifold cover ? Yeah. A lot of people remove for a cleaner look. Or the mounting tabs are weakened by heat and broke off

If you need to get a PPSR (REVs) check in the future, I would recommend www.getppsr.com.au. Only $8.95 & you get encumbrances, write-off history, as well as stolen vehicle records.

This is like a 3 year old post lol