REDLINE ALLEYHonda Integra Type R DC2 buying guide
1995 to 2001. A DC2 suits a driver who wants one of the best front drive cars made and will check for track abuse.
Big jobs
- 2nd and 3rd gear synchros. Track use wears the 2nd and 3rd synchros.
- Accident damage and track use. Many cars have been tracked or slid off the road. Brake judder points to track use.
Workshop jobs
- Rear wheel arch rust. Rust in the rear wheel arches is common.
- B18C oil use. The engine burns some oil even with gentle use.
- Clutch and slave cylinder. Hard launches and track use wear the clutch, and the slave cylinder can weep fluid.
Small jobs
- Boot leaks and thin windscreen. Rear light seals can leak into the boot, and the thin windscreen cracks more easily.
Questions for the seller
- When were the cambelt and plugs last done?
- Has it been tracked?
- Is it a Japanese import, and which year is it?
- Has any rust repair been done to the rear arches?
Sources
Researched 2026-11-01. General guidance from owner and specialist sources. Check the specific car with an independent inspection.