Thinking of buying a DC2R

[skitskit]

As stated above I am strongly thinking of purchasing a dc2r
BUT
I am on my red p's (nearly)
Just some quick questions
Are new conrods, pistons, pulleys etc require a mod plate?
Does removal of items like backseat etc require a mod plate?
Before you chop me up saying just search the net, I have and could not get a definitive answer
If you could get specific i would appreciate it
And yes i know I am a p plater thinking of getting a ITR, but I am simply addicted to beautiful peices of engineering, whenever i go past a slightly modified ride I immediately evaluate it in detail
Thanks Ben

[jords]

No engineering cert. req'd for back seat removal etc.

What ever you do buy one that is well kept, you may pay a little more today but it will be well worth it over time.

[skitskit]

I know that even if it does, its a different mod code if it needs one, there are only 2 codes that ARE NOT allowed
The main question was just above that, the conrods, pistons etc part

[jords]

what are you talking about?

unless you are going to do a serious bottom end build (which is gonna need headwork + endless amount of other bits) you will be ok, it all depends on the % increase of displacement. If your only 16 and are yet to get your P's I suggest just by a reasonably stock car and just learn how to drive, before you get too excited.

BTW what state are you in? You may wanna check with your RTA

[skitskit]

So a mod plate is only needed an there is an increase in displacement %? Im asking because the cheapest Dc2r in QLD ($16000) has new pistons, conrods and pulleys and I am curious if I am allowed to drive it or if i should move along (legally) I have driven a dc2r before and LOVED it.
Also mate, just cause someone does not have his/her p plates, does that make them 16? I am 20. Why not get the car you love? Buying a shit box car would only make me more angry knowing i could have got the car i would easily have on open's.
Im in Queensland and I have checked and did not get a good asnwer....

[jords]

I'll say it again, it will be fine you don't need a mod plate.

If you are hesitant because it has a had new pistons, rods etc installed then don't buy it.

Have you asked the seller why it has been re-built? or if it is stock pistons/rods or if they are larger pistons or forged??

[mugen_ctr]

man speaks the truth... stick to cars that have good history an background

[EVLGTR]

Excellent choice, with its cult-status DC2 Type-R's are the original and the best, respectively just like the NSX-R and the EK Civic Type R.
Dont get anything thats been rebuilt or refurbished or even modified to an extent. Stock DC2R is the best first choice for a p-plater like you, its hard to find a good stock these days as most owners thrash the car and commonly replace the clutch and/or the gearbox.
Dont go past a slight modification such as suspension setup/extra chassis rigidity...anything beyond that like engine/drivetrain/intake/exhaust mods, give it a miss (no offence to those have modded their DC2R's though *peace*)

Take it from my experience of having a bone stock DC2R for almost 10 years of joy (still running strong) and never had to replace anything, and i mean ANYTHING major, lol

[nugget]

Excellent choice, with its cult-status DC2 Type-R's are the original and the best, respectively just like the NSX-R and the EK Civic Type R.
Dont get anything thats been rebuilt or refurbished or even modified to an extent. Stock DC2R is the best first choice for a p-plater like you, its hard to find a good stock these days as most owners thrash the car and commonly replace the clutch and/or the gearbox.
Dont go past a slight modification such as suspension setup/extra chassis rigidity...anything beyond that like engine/drivetrain/intake/exhaust mods, give it a miss (no offence to those have modded their DC2R's though *peace*)

Take it from my experience of having a bone stock DC2R for almost 10 years of joy (still running strong) and never had to replace anything, and i mean ANYTHING major, lol

what is wrong with a dc2r with slight i/h/e mods?
i would like to know your reason for staying away from cars with such mods...

[WATAJK]

Excellent choice, with its cult-status DC2 Type-R's are the original and the best, respectively just like the NSX-R and the EK Civic Type R.
Dont get anything thats been rebuilt or refurbished or even modified to an extent. Stock DC2R is the best first choice for a p-plater like you, its hard to find a good stock these days as most owners thrash the car and commonly replace the clutch and/or the gearbox.
Dont go past a slight modification such as suspension setup/extra chassis rigidity...anything beyond that like engine/drivetrain/intake/exhaust mods, give it a miss (no offence to those have modded their DC2R's though *peace*)

Take it from my experience of having a bone stock DC2R for almost 10 years of joy (still running strong) and never had to replace anything, and i mean ANYTHING major, lol

LOL Please.
No such thing as thrashing as Type R IMHO provided it's serviced regularly and well maintained.
My DC5R, gets a decent push every day at least, runs as strong as when i bought it, almost 2 years now and the car is slightly modified... Will be getting abit more deeper next year.
Car presents immaculately outside and it's Milano Red.

Don't listen to the above, seriously.
Mods = Doesn't mean the car gets thrashed and tbh... No such thing as thrashing a Type R.
The Motor is designed to be redlined, the B18C is a fantastic motor and is still going very strong for it's age, just don't expect the car to be 100% perfect lol.

I Would personally avoid anything that's been rebuilt though... go for something that's stock but try and grab something with a few mods provided there quality modifications, not rubbish.


Also... IMO... It's illegal to not push a Type R to it's limits...
Your telling me the owner who's selling a you a stock Type R has never thrashed it? What rubbish.
Car has been baby'd... Once you VTEC her a few times.... Watch what will happen considering the car isn't use to it.
A Car that's been abused abit, will be able to deal with it alot better compared to a car that never gets abused IMO

Thats my 2 cents.

[rice_spirit]

Car has been baby'd... Once you VTEC her a few times.... Watch what will happen considering the car isn't use to it.
A Car that's been abused abit, will be able to deal with it alot better compared to a car that never gets abused IMO

is this really true? i don't see why this could happen, it's not like we're driving rotaries where carbon build up is a major cause for concern.. can anyone confirm this?

[WATAJK]

is this really true? i don't see why this could happen, it's not like we're driving rotaries where carbon build up is a major cause for concern.. can anyone confirm this?

If you drive a car everyday and never thrash it for such a long period of time and then the new owner purchases the car (DC2R) and being a younger driver, he/she will want the see the potential...
Im telling you, the first thing that will most likely break will be the engine mounts..
Due to the fact, they are so used to easy driving then all of a sudden driving habits change and it's abit more rough...

What else can happen??
Will anything tbh...
A car that's been looked after like a baby, which means no abuse to it what-so-ever will IMO have a different life when you own it and could end up costing you abit when things give way alot sooner then you expect considering you thought you were buying a "clean stock" Type R..