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Jamesito wrote:Aye fair enough! You don't want anyone going near it during the night!!
Hahahaha! I probably sleep less now I know it's out there! I feel fortunate to have got one at launch day, I haven't seen another one on the roads yet! People will stop and talk to you about the car which is cool and it gets plenty of looks. I have to say even the Golf R Fanboys stop to say how awesome it is and even a C63 AMG Driver stopped to say how good it was. Seems to draw people from all ages and driving backgrounds in, which in my belief is exactly what a hot hatch should do
Driving-wise, you won't regret it. It gets better the more miles go on it and the looser it get. I am taking it on a track day next month and I will post up some pictures/lap times. Only worry is the currently non-available tyres, continental are releasing at the end of this month but they will be very expensive I would imagine
BadaBing wrote:Great forum.. Just found it.
I've got a Championship white GT on order, expected delivery is end of September. Can't wait!
RJ-D » Mon Aug 24, 2015 6:25 pm wrote:Ok guys, Group hug! Just put down the deposit and now waiting for end of September collection of a Championship White GT Spec Type R. Hello my new friends!!Welcome to CTRO new owners!
Dan_ » Tue Aug 25, 2015 11:39 am wrote:They didn't to be honest but I have always applied the following general new car things (probably a bit old fashioned these days):Jamesito wrote:Aye fair enough! You don't want anyone going near it during the night!!
Hahahaha! I probably sleep less now I know it's out there! I feel fortunate to have got one at launch day, I haven't seen another one on the roads yet! People will stop and talk to you about the car which is cool and it gets plenty of looks. I have to say even the Golf R Fanboys stop to say how awesome it is and even a C63 AMG Driver stopped to say how good it was. Seems to draw people from all ages and driving backgrounds in, which in my belief is exactly what a hot hatch should do
Driving-wise, you won't regret it. It gets better the more miles go on it and the looser it get. I am taking it on a track day next month and I will post up some pictures/lap times. Only worry is the currently non-available tyres, continental are releasing at the end of this month but they will be very expensive I would imagine
That's cracking mate - getting a good response all round; certainly is a head turner. When I test drove it was amazing how many people would stare haha
Did the garage say to do a run in period or anything like that?
Found anything in the car or about the car you didn't know about? Like functions or menus on the car etc?
Jamesito wrote:Nice one mate, I'm definitely going do a run in period over the first 1000 miles or so. Probably initially keep the revs below 3000rpm for 100-200 miles then increase it to 4000/5000 for he next few hundred whilst also applying more boost. And then after 1000 start taking it around the Rev range
They didn't to be honest but I have always applied the following general new car things (probably a bit old fashioned these days):The Honda CONNECT ICE system is fairly intuitive to use, so no complaints there; the connectivity is pretty good if you are planning to use Bluetooth or USB Audio as Source. Sound System is pretty good for a standard car, however; although its rated at 300Watts, I don't think that's 300W RMS (seems actually quite quiet to me, however; might be my source device).
- No labouring the engine at all
Leaving the engine on for a couple mins following very hard driving (allowing the Turbo to slow down/cool properly)
Not going all out on the breaks for the first 1000 miles (letting them wear in properly)
Read the key fob instructions as well, there are lots of functions through various key combinations (Close all windows, Retract wing mirrors etc; very useful). Might be worth opening a Q&A thread once people start picking up their cars in Sep/Oct
VT-Doo wrote:Brilliant Sporty Blue GT due Nov/Dec.Added
As for a run-in period. None.
I will take it easy until all fluids are up to temperature then after that I'll drive it however I want.
ben-111 wrote:Apparently the fn2 used more oil if you nursed it from new .Interesting
the ones who drove it normal from new used less oil later in life
I know it just be tempting to take it easy but the engine will have already been run in before you get them.
It's not as though the demo cars are going bang
wondered why that was?..TimEP3 wrote:I really like the colour but "brilliant sporty blue". Jesus, could they not have thought of a different name?! It's like they allowed a child to choose it.Fact! Hahah!
EvoStu » Wed Aug 26, 2015 10:20 pm wrote:It doesn't just look ace it drives!
Does look ace this FK2.
DaveF1 wrote:Just found this forum looks really active and informativeGreat choice. The black looks super aggressive in the flesh.
I have ordered one: pearl black with type R mats. Should arrive October. Will be my first Honda, I always wanted the original UK civic type R back in 2001 but I was only 18 yrs old and couldn't afford one. When I seen this was coming out I knew I'd order one! can't wait
Hoppym wrote:hoppym. Championship White GT pack. Had it for a month now and it has been superb at Brands Indy and at Goodwood. The brakes are simply stunning. Will post video soon. Great racing v Exige V6Looking forward to seeing the video
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