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2. Was the Type R side badge a factory option in Japan? I've seen some photos where there are no Type R side badge, some photos were the badge is placed on the actual side of the car (not side skirt) and some photos where it is placed on the actual side skirt. What is the stock location for this badge?

imho, if u dont have the k20a inside, dont put the type r decals on the side of ur car. im fine with the red badge (i have one on my fd1, coz i like the colour lol) but i think the words "Type R" written on the side is over the top, unless u back it up with power.
besides, i think it looks much cleaner without any extra kind of decals.

oh, and to answer ur question, they're located at the bottom of the rear doors (but above that chrome strip thing) and above the side skirt. also like the audm fn2r, the "Type R" decals on the side are optional.