Honda Integra Type R for Sale: DC2, DC5 & USA Import Guide
The Honda Integra Type R offers U.S. buyers two JDM paths: DC2 B18C and later DC5 K20A. Mirai can filter Japanese auctions by generation, true Type R identity and the exact manufacture date needed for an import plan.
Honda factory fact book
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July factory fact book
Different generation
Honda Integra Type R models and factory specification
Factory identity and the actual manufacture date determine which auction path deserves a closer look.
Honda’s August 1995 Integra fact book documents the DC2 Type R’s B18C engine and special body reinforcement. Honda’s July 2001 fact book identifies the DC5 Type R with K20A and six-speed manual. They are distinct cars; as of September 2026 only an early 2001 DC5 may have crossed 25 years, depending on its actual manufacture day and U.S. entry date.
Factory references: Honda Integra Type R August 1995 fact book (August 24, 1995 edition; checked September 26, 2026). Honda Integra 2001 specification table (July 2001 edition; DC5/K20A/six-speed). Honda DC2 Type R body reinforcement (August 24, 1995 edition).
| Candidate path | Factory context | Buyer check |
|---|---|---|
| DC2 Type R | B18C; mid-1990s onward | Check chassis, engine, original Type R body and limited-slip equipment. |
| 2001 DC5 Type R | K20A; six-speed manual | Screen exact manufacture date and different body hardware. |
| Later DC5 | 2002-on K20A era | Future age-route candidate, not automatically eligible today. |
Historical records establish representative configurations; the individual auction car may differ by date, grade and modification.
How to buy the right Integra Type R from Japan
Turn a model preference into a defined auction search and an evidence-backed bid decision.
Choose DC2 for the original B-series character or a properly dated DC5 for the later K-series package. Keep generation and engine together in the portal filter; a Type R badge alone is weak evidence. DC5 timing is especially sensitive because “2001” is not a sufficient import date.
Ask for chassis and engine stamps, the export certificate, auction diagram, underside images and service records. On a DC2, inspect the Honda-described reinforcement and shell repairs; on DC5, focus on date and the K20A/six-speed identity. Record all track modifications and any missing factory parts.
Mirai can compare lots from major Japanese auctions, obtain the auction-sheet disclosures and help request more evidence on serious candidates. Ask for a lot-specific landed-cost and shipping estimate; currency, freight and auction results change, so this guide does not publish a fixed vehicle price.
Known problems and model-specific inspection points
Use these checks to test the specific factory identity and condition, not just the auction grade.
| Area | What to check |
|---|---|
| Type R shell authenticity | Compare chassis identity and Honda reinforcement details with the exact model and documents. |
| B18C or K20A condition | Request engine-specific service and operating evidence, including high-rpm use history. |
| Front suspension and gearbox | Inspect joints, CV boots, mounts, shift quality and differential operation. |
| Track damage and corrosion | Check front rails, strut towers, rear arches, floors and repaired seams. |
| DC5 date and configuration | Verify manufacture date, engine and six-speed hardware before treating a 2001 car as an eligible candidate. |
What drives value in this market
Compare condition and provenance tiers without attaching a price that will age with the next auction.
A genuine Type R with factory engine, straight reinforced shell, service history and credible mileage leads the value ladder. DC2 and DC5 value pools differ; originality, grade and condition must be assessed within the correct generation. Poorly documented swaps or structural repairs can outweigh cosmetic appeal.
A strong candidate file connects chassis and engine identifiers with the export certificate, auction sheet, mileage trail, service history and independent inspection. Read grade and repair markings alongside photographs. Originality is most valuable when it is documented; a modified car needs an equally clear account of parts and workmanship.
Cross-model comparison
Compare DC2 against the EK9 Civic Type R for B-series character; DC5 is the later K-series choice and needs a tighter U.S. date screen. Explore the JDM sports cars hub for the broader buyer landscape.
Build a U.S. auction search brief
Select an exact variant, manufacture window and destination. The age result is a planning screen, not import approval.
Candidate planner
Your choices and the age-screen result are included in a WhatsApp draft for Mirai.
A documented build day and actual U.S. entry date settle a borderline 25-year anniversary.
Your sourcing brief
DATE EVIDENCE NEEDEDDC2 Type R
Select the documented build month when available.
Verify the installed engine against factory records.
Texas title and registration rules must be checked for the candidate.
USA import: age, engine, customs and state title
Apply four different screens to the exact auction vehicle and its destination.
- Manufacture date. NHTSA’s current import FAQ (checked September 26, 2026) counts the 25-year FMVSS exemption from actual manufacture and uses HS-7 Box 1. A model-year label is not enough.
- Original engine. EPA’s importing guidance, updated September 1, 2026, ties the over-21 provision to the same engine model and configuration originally installed.
- Entry file. CBP’s Article 000001340, published February 13, 2026, identifies DOT HS-7 and EPA 3520-1 declarations. Align ownership, export and chassis documents.
- Destination state. Find the current agency through USA.gov’s state directory. California DMV’s imported-vehicle page (checked September 26, 2026) illustrates its separate direct-import document and emissions requirements.
Mirai Auction Portal: filter real candidates across Japan
Mirai offers exclusive portal access to customers after inquiry. It covers major Japanese auctions and supports robust filters around a U.S. buyer’s brief.
Start with factory model, chassis, manufacture window and original engine. Narrow by mileage, grade, repair history, modifications and the inspection evidence that matters for your chosen variant. Then compare lots and ask Mirai to review a shortlist.
What a U.S.-focused shortlist means
The search prioritizes age, identity, engine, paperwork, condition and destination-state concerns. Listings are not automatically eligible, registrable or Mirai-owned.
Honda Integra Type R buying and import FAQs
Direct answers for the U.S. buyer’s first shortlist.
Is a DC5 the same engine as a DC2 Type R?
No. Honda documents B18C for DC2 and K20A for DC5.
Are all 2001 DC5 cars 25 years old in September 2026?
No. Use the actual manufacture day and expected U.S. entry day; the model year alone is insufficient.
Can an ordinary Integra with Type R parts be valued as a factory Type R?
Generally no. Factory chassis identity and documented original specification determine the provenance tier.
Can Mirai find a Integra Type R for sale through Japanese auctions?
Yes. Mirai can filter major Japanese auctions for a documented Integra Type R candidate and arrange exclusive customer portal access after inquiry; availability changes by auction.
Is every Integra Type R old enough for the U.S. 25-year route?
No. NHTSA counts 25 years from the individual manufacture date at U.S. entry, not just the model year.
Can an engine-swapped Integra Type R use EPA’s over-21 provision?
Generally no. EPA requires the same engine model and configuration originally installed for that provision.
Does federal entry guarantee a state title?
No. The destination state separately controls title, inspections, emissions and road use.
Does California registration follow the federal 25-year route automatically?
No. California DMV applies its own direct-import registration documents and emissions requirements.
Is an auction grade enough to judge condition?
No. Grade helps triage lots, but structural photos, the auction sheet, history and inspection establish the condition tier.
What moves Integra Type R value most?
Factory originality, structural condition, mileage evidence, service records and matching identity documents set the value ladder; this guide gives no fixed prices.
Is the Mirai Auction Portal public inventory?
No. Access is exclusive to Mirai customers after inquiry. A displayed lot is not necessarily Mirai-owned stock or approved for U.S. entry.
What information should I send Mirai first?
Send your destination state, preferred Integra Type R variant, intended use and budget range. Mirai can build a filtered auction shortlist and request candidate-specific evidence.
Primary sources and review method
Manufacturer records support factory facts; federal and state agencies support import and title rules. Last checked September 26, 2026.
- Honda Integra Type R August 1995 fact book — August 24, 1995 edition; checked September 26, 2026.
- Honda Integra 2001 specification table — July 2001 edition; DC5/K20A/six-speed.
- Honda DC2 Type R body reinforcement — August 24, 1995 edition.
- NHTSA Importation and Certification FAQs — current page, checked September 26, 2026: manufacture-date 25-year route and HS-7.
- EPA Learn About Importing Vehicles and Engines — updated September 1, 2026: over-21 original-engine provision.
- CBP How to Import Your Automobile — Article 000001340, published February 13, 2026: entry forms.
- USA.gov State Motor Vehicle Services — current state directory, checked September 26, 2026.
- California DMV Register an Imported Vehicle — current direct-import page, checked September 26, 2026.
Candidate evidence
Factory specifications are reference points. Mirai should compare actual chassis and engine identifiers, auction sheet, export certificate and inspection photos before treating a lot as a credible U.S. shortlist.
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Find the right Integra Type R through Japan’s auctions
Send Mirai your target variant, U.S. state and condition priorities. We can shape a customer-only portal search and a focused evidence request for the lots you like.