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neil-ste

neil-ste

neil-ste

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I'm currently looking for a new car, a JDM Integra DC2 in particular, and am struggling to find one I want. I fully intend to be really picky so I end up with exactly what I want - preferably a 98 spec car and i will entertain a few modifications as long as they aren't shoddy.

Does anyone know of any import specialists who have a good reputation? Also, how harsh is the SVA test required for an imported vehicle that is under 10 years old?
 
i *think* since the DC2 is over 10 years old they don't have to pass sva... blah.

but one thing with the DC2 is do not get bigger wheels - screws up the handling royally
 
The 98 spec cars were made after April 1997 (I think that's the date) so require a full SVA instead of just an MOT :(

I'm not into screwing with something that's already sorted, just releasing a few more ponies is always welcome :)
 
penski said:
Getting bigger wheels does that with just about everything...

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it *really* screws with the ITR thou, so much infact that you are advised to look for cars without aftermarket alloys - it generally doesn't matter on most other cars.
 
IIRC the ITR alloys were specially crafted for the car (like pretty much everything else) i've got a 20 minute episode of BMI all about the ITR (96 and 98 versions) and its fantastic viewing... all about how its got perfect balance and weight distro etc
 
Conanius said:
IIRC the ITR alloys were specially crafted for the car (like pretty much everything else) i've got a 20 minute episode of BMI all about the ITR (96 and 98 versions) and its fantastic viewing... all about how its got perfect balance and weight distro etc
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Yup, they're Enkei wheels IIRC.

neil-ste, get over to:

http://www.itr-dc2.com/forum/

Lots of info and a friendly bunch, plenty of good cars for sale on there.

BTW, UKDM>JDM and you know it :p

Neil.
 
-Neil- said:
Yup, they're Enkei wheels IIRC.

neil-ste, get over to:

http://www.itr-dc2.com/forum/

Lots of info and a friendly bunch, plenty of good cars for sale on there.

BTW, UKDM>JDM and you know it :p

Neil.
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I really don't like the look of UK cars, the front end is just spoilt IMO. I'm already a member of ITR-DC2 but there still hasn't been anything of interest come up for sale on there. Very helpful bunch, though.

djbenjo, they have a stunning 98 spec car on that site, it's just too much money :(
 
neil-ste said:
I'm currently looking for a new car, a JDM Integra DC2 in particular, and am struggling to find one I want. I fully intend to be really picky so I end up with exactly what I want - preferably a 98 spec car and i will entertain a few modifications as long as they aren't shoddy.

Does anyone know of any import specialists who have a good reputation? Also, how harsh is the SVA test required for an imported vehicle that is under 10 years old?
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You in Washington as in Sunderland?
 
1995 HONDA Integra 1.8 Type R,
M reg. 88000 miles, white, 4-door saloon, black Recaros, e/w, e/m, c/l, stereo, alloys, induction kit, performance manifold, new discs and pads, taxed & MoTd, aircon. £3,695


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Im assuming you are aware of Vine Place in Durham, a little pricey though.

Ive got the number of a lad I spoke to when I was looking for FTOs last year, who buys from auctions and was very helpful. Was going to place an order with him until I found the car that I eventually bought a couple of days later. If you want his number, email me at my username at gmail.
 
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