This Honda Civic (EK9) Type R is a solid example of the first-generation hot hatch, finished in the crisp shade of Championship White over a red interior. It is powered by a naturally aspirated hand-ported 1.6-litre ‘B16B’ inline-four, which develops around 136kW and sends it to the front wheels through a slick-shifting close-ratio five-speed manual gearbox and a limited-slip differential. This EK9-generation Civic Type R was originally delivered to Japan, before being exported to Australia in November 2022. The first Civic to wear the now renowned ‘Type R’ badge, the EK9-generation car features a helical front limited-slip differential, front and rear double wishbone suspension, a part seam-welded monocoque chassis, and Recaro bucket seats. This example is finished in the ever-popular hue of Championship White over a black interior, featuring red synthetic suede and cloth-trimmed Recaro front bucket seats, red door card accents, bold red carpet, a black rear bench seat, and carbon fibre-effect trim on the centre console. It rides on a set of original white 15-inch seven-spoke alloy wheels with Honda-badged centre caps, shod in Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS tyres. Equipment includes electric windows, electrically adjustable and folding door mirrors, and air conditioning. Aftermarket additions include a non-standard exhaust system, and a Pioneer Carrozzeria radio CD player head unit with auxiliary connectivity. The car will be accompanied by its import and export paperwork, a collection of other paperwork, and the spare wheel and jack. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. The EK9-generation Honda Civic Type R is an esteemed member of the hot hatch hall of fame thanks to its lightweight construction, motorsport-inspired upgrades, and communicative driving experience. Dating from the final year of production, this example will be one for the JDM collector, and once serviced and inspected should make a wonderful driving companion. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number.