2005 HONDA CIVIC (EP3) TYPE R

KEY FACTS

• The first Type R to be officially sold in the UK, the EP3 Civic Type R was one of the most acclaimed hot hatches of its time.
• Under the bonnet sits a 2.0-litre naturally aspirated inline-four engine, producing 197bhp, powering the front wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox.
• This example presents well and is in sound mechanical order, with no modifications to the original factory specification. 
• It has been owned by the vendor for seven years, with only three registered keepers in total – though it is understood that the first was actually pre-registration to the Honda dealer.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This EP3 Civic Type R is finished in the timeless hue of Satin Silver, with black rear seats and the model’s signature red and black fabric covering the front sport seats and door card inlays. 
• Air conditioning is included in the car’s factory specification, along with electric windows, a heated rear screen, the original CD player stereo, and the trademark white instrument dials.
• The car is as per the original factory specification, with no modifications.
• Included in the sale is the original owner’s book pack and service history.

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage.
• The original Satin Silver paintwork is in good condition overall. Imperfections include a few blemishes on the underside of the rear spoiler, lower rear bumper and passenger side skirt, as well as some small stone chips commensurate with the age of the vehicle.
• The alloy wheels have been refurbished all round during the current keeper’s ownership, and are shod in Michelin tyres.
• Inside, the cabin presents well, save for some minor wear on the seats, including a small hole in the driver’s seat, and slight scuffing on the plastic trim.
• There are no known mechanical or electrical faults.
• The most recent MOT test was in August 2021 at 77,873 miles, when the car received a clean first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car was serviced in May 2021 at 77,826 miles by Crown Honda Bushey Heath, who undertook a Honda ‘12’ service, which included a full vehicle inspection as well as engine oil and filter changes.
• Prior to this, it was serviced in June 2020 at 77,489 miles by Crown Honda Bushey Heath, who performed a Honda 12 service and fitted a new crankshaft pulley and auxiliary belt, as well as a new timing chain.
• The current keeper has also fitted a new Honda OEM clutch, engine mount, battery, Iridium NGK spark plugs, two new Honda front brake callipers and Michelin Pilot Sport tyres all round.

Dates and mileage

• May 2021 – 77,826 miles - Crown Honda Bushey
• Apr 2020 – 77,489 miles - Crown Honda Bushey
• Jun 2018 – 71,632 miles - Ruislip Honda
• Jun 2016 – 65,965 miles - Ruislip Honda
• Feb 2012 – 56,236 miles - AVService
• Feb 2011 – 49,144 miles - AVService
• Feb 2009 – 35,411 miles - AVService
• Feb 2008 – 25,502 miles - AVService
• Mar 2006 – 9,388 miles - Ruislip Honda

SUMMARY

An original and unmodified example of the iconic Japanese hot hatch, this well-maintained Honda Civic Type R is an exciting and typically reliable performance car. With its precise and agile handling alongside a practical cabin, it is unsurprising that this model was an instant hit when it first reached Honda dealers. Great fun to drive, this car would make a fantastic everyday driver, or a usable addition to a collection of modern classics.

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