1998 HONDA INTEGRA TYPE R

The Integra Type R is a highly sought-after and iconic sports coupe. Offered for sale is the Honda badged European market special edition number 1101. This Honda is stored in our Aiken, SC climate-controlled warehouse and comes with a current Ohio title. The inventory shown is 100% owned, maintained, and driven by us here at Car Cave. For more pictures, video, financing, and information please visit www.carcaveusa.com. A walk around video can be seen on our YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/CNPlB8S0dJw.

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Highlights

1.8L DOHC B18C6 VTEC

5 Speed Manual Transmission

Factory Red Front Recaro Seats

The Integra Type R has a sleek and aggressive design that sets it apart from its counterparts. It sports a compact and aerodynamic body with sharp lines and smooth curves. The exterior is finished in a vibrant Championship White (paint code NH-O), which is the signature color for this particular model. The subtle Type R badging and decals hint its high-performance nature to onlookers, but the white factory wheels are a dead giveaway. The car sits low to the ground in a well-positioned stance.

Inside the Integra Type R, you'll find a driver-focused cabin designed for performance. The interior trim color is officially “red/black” due to the front Recaro racing seats upholstered in factory red. The rest of the interior is finished in a combination of carbons, grays, and blacks. The 3-spoke GT2I steering wheel is suede wrapped and provides a firm grip, while the instrument cluster is simple and easy to read, featuring a prominent tachometer and speedometer. The lesser important (but still necessary) temp and fuel gauges are present. The interior is simple yet functional with a classy 90’s appeal. An aftermarket Pioneer double DIN head unit sits below the factory HVAC controls.

Car Cave recently acquired this Type R from it’s Ohio owner who has been a steward to this vehicle since early last year. This vehicle has been garage kept, driven on nice days, and stored under cover. We originally imported this vehicle from an enthusiast in the Morbihan region of France in May of 2023, and were excited for a chance to own it again. The French owner provided us with a well-documented history file, service book, owner’s manuals, French Type R sales brochure, history report (similar to CarFax), and a clean technical inspection. The records and information provided by the owner show a full engine rebuild and clutch installed approximately 7,000 miles ago. Engine machine and build work was completed by a professional shop named Pac Sarl in Cons La Grandville, France with receipt provided. A full respray was performed in France along with a complete mechanical review. This car arrived in the States in superb mechanical and cosmetic condition in 2023. The only maintenance we performed at that time was due to a small coolant leak in the radiator. We installed a new battery, Mishimoto Performance Radiator with Mishimoto Dual Electric Cooling Fans and aluminum shroud.

Upon receiving the vehicle in August of 2025, Car Cave completed another mechanical review. The motor and transmission mounts were replaced due to age, clutch system flushed, and steering wheel mounting hardware torque checked.

The engine runs superbly well and a short throw shift kit make this Type R a joy to drive. The odometer currently shows 129,296 kilometers but according to documents, technical inspections, and history reports was replaced in 2019. The chassis has approximately 142,000 miles. The gauge cluster was replaced in 2021 due to failure of the original gauge cluster which is common in this era of Hondas and Acuras.

Honda Factory Service Records show the Integra was sold new on March 3, 1998, to a then 46-year-old Herr Popiolek Reinhold of Jork, Germany. The selling dealer was Autohaus Hollenstedt GMBH located at Molkenstäh 7, 21279 Hollenstedt, Germany. Contact us to review the service records and history file for this Honda.

Upgrades and Features:

Mishimoto Performance Aluminum Radiator

Mishimoto Aluminum Fan Shroud

Mishimoto Electric Fan Kit

Mishimoto Aluminum Radiator Stay

195/55R15 Toyo Proxes Tires

Short Throw Shift Kit

Carbon Fiber Trim

Rear Spoiler

Front Strut Tower Brace

Rear Trunk Brace

Pioneer Double DIN Head Unit

The highlight of the Integra Type R is its potent hi-revving V-TEC engine. It's equipped with a 1.8-liter inline-four VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) engine, which produces approximately 195 horsepower and 130 lb-ft of torque. This engine is mated to a close-ratio five-speed manual transmission, allowing for precise and engaging shifts. The Type R's suspension is specially tuned for improved handling, featuring stiffer springs, upgraded shocks, and a limited-slip differential, providing exceptional cornering abilities and a thrilling driving experience.

While the focus of the Integra Type R is primarily on performance, it still offers notable features and technologies. Standard equipment includes power windows, power mirrors, dual airbags, rear wiper, rear defrost, and tilt steering wheel. Previous ownership installed a GT2i racing steering wheel and converted the horn to push button on the dash. A short throw shifter upgrade was also completed by the PO. Pioneer double DIN head unit keeps the music playing on exhilarating drives. However, the emphasis is on delivering a lightweight and engaging driving experience, so creature comforts are kept to a minimum. The previous owner disabled the ABS system for unknown reasons and the ABS light is on.

Overall, the Integra Type R is a legendary sports car known for its exceptional performance, precise handling, and thrilling driving dynamics. It remains a highly sought-after vehicle among car enthusiasts and collectors alike, representing a pinnacle of Honda's engineering and performance heritage.

Body Data Plate Information:

ST7V2 G8

Year: 1998

Model Code: Integra

Sales Region: General

Engine: B18C

Transmission: 5MT

Number of Doors: 3

Grade: Type R

Power Steering+

Area Code: KG Left-Hand Drive

SRS Driver & Passenger+