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  1. #1
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    How do i know im getting a genuine DC2R?

    Hey all just wanting to know how to confirm that im buying a genuine DC2 Type R.

    It has recaro interior and this and that, but what is the definute way of verifying this?

    Could someone with a Gen Type R quote some figures off their VIN/Engine number so i can compare the ones this guy gave me?

    Or if their is any quick way of telling that would be awesome. Thanks.

    Looks like i might be getting one after all if everything goes to plan.

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    Dude easiest way is to check the vin/chassis number. As well as engine number. All Australian delivered DC2R engines should be marked b18c7.

    I doubt many ppl would be out there making there vtir or gsi look EXACTLY like a Type R so dont stress out too much.

    There are things that you can look at to see its a genuine Type R.
    - All Type R's are 5 stud (wheels)
    - Should be marked as a b18c7
    - Vin and Chassis numbers should match up
    - Number of what build the car is should be under the handbrake should match up with the vin number
    - Check what the car is registered as (would be sus if it where not registered as a type r)
    - Cluster should have carbon fibre backing.
    - Carbon Fibre should be around the dash like aircon vents (for some reason though Type R's Never came with carbon fibre insert on the passenger side airvent..weird lol)
    - Check the log books see if the vin and chassis number inside the log books match the ones on the car.
    - Type R's dont come with any sound deadening inside the cabin (im not sure whether there is any visible sound deadening in the other integra boots but i know Type R's dont have any in the boot)
    - The windscreen glass on Type R's is thinner than usual.
    Type R's dont have any side mouldings on the side of the car like the Gsi or Vtir.

    - DC2 Type R's only came in :
    Championship white,
    Milano Red,
    Indy yellow (i think thats what its called),
    Midnight black (01 came with nighthawk black)

    Not much more i can think of. I doubt someone would go to the trouble of making an exact replica of a type r. Cause it would probably cost more just to get everything perfect than to buy a genuine type r.

    Just go with your gut and if some things dont add up and you start feeling like its not the right thing to do then dont go through with it. Your the buyer and you have the money.
    That being said hope everything goes well.
    Last edited by macoman69; 03-12-2007 at 12:11 PM.

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    Here it is.


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    ^^ thats a dc2r
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    Excellent - just wanted to be 100% sure - i know most people would take the time and effort to convert all geniune gear.

    Thanks

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    Quote Originally Posted by macoman69 View Post
    Dude easiest way is to check the vin/chassis number. As well as engine number. All Australian delivered DC2R engines should be marked b18c7.

    I doubt many ppl would be out there making there vtir or gsi look EXACTLY like a Type R so dont stress out too much.

    There are things that you can look at to see its a genuine Type R.
    - All Type R's are 5 stud (wheels)
    - Should be marked as a b18c7
    - Vin and Chassis numbers should match up
    - Number of what build the car is should be under the handbrake should match up with the vin number
    - Check what the car is registered as (would be sus if it where not registered as a type r)
    - Cluster should have carbon fibre backing.
    - Carbon Fibre should be around the dash like aircon vents (for some reason though Type R's Never came with carbon fibre insert on the passenger side airvent..weird lol)
    - Check the log books see if the vin and chassis number inside the log books match the ones on the car.
    - Type R's dont come with any sound deadening inside the cabin (im not sure whether there is any visible sound deadening in the other integra boots but i know Type R's dont have any in the boot)
    - The windscreen glass on Type R's is thinner than usual.
    Type R's dont have any side mouldings on the side of the car like the Gsi or Vtir.

    - DC2 Type R's only came in :
    Championship white,
    Milano Red,
    Indy yellow (i think thats what its called),
    Midnight black (01 came with nighthawk black)

    Not much more i can think of. I doubt someone would go to the trouble of making an exact replica of a type r. Cause it would probably cost more just to get everything perfect than to buy a genuine type r.

    Just go with your gut and if some things dont add up and you start feeling like its not the right thing to do then dont go through with it. Your the buyer and you have the money.
    That being said hope everything goes well.
    I think this post needs to be repped OR at least a nice comment throwin' his way.He's gone to a lot of effort to help you mate.

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    Quote Originally Posted by beeza View Post
    I think this post needs to be repped OR at least a nice comment throwin' his way.He's gone to a lot of effort to help you mate.
    hahahahahaha im glad someone appreciates it.

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    Honestly,nothing s**ts me more when someone has obviously made a big effort to help someone out and they just get ignored.

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    tell me about it.
    And the moderators dont even seem to care....arent they supposed to be pushing positive reinforcment lol.

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    reps given, and that pic looks like a dc2R, althoug wing seems low, but never really looked

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    Yeah i do appreciate it - its a big help. Guess ive spent too much time on other forums where people dont give a shit about the time you put into research and whatnot. Thanks anyways mate!

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