Honda Civic Type-R (2007 - 2010) 2.0 i-VTEC GT 3d Owner Review

Fantastic car.. Here's some truths about it.. Ride - Yes it is stiff and unforgiving, on rubbish roads with pot holes and uneven surface. On good roads there is no issues. Jumpy/Kangaroo like start - Yes until it has warmed up. it does not really like to be driven until its warm (5 - 10 mins of slow driving), it wont let you go into VTEC until its warm either. This is not an issue if you live atleast 5 minutes from a motorway (just take it easy). Seats - They are awesome, very huggy, if your on the large side may be uncomfortable. Driving for long distances can get a bit uncomfortable however. When moving the seat to get in the back it is quite annoying as it resets to a default position. I just tell people to use the passenger side, Easy fix! Boot Size - Its massive! 485 litres. VTEC - Its wicked! I have not noticed any flat spots, kicks in at 5,400rpm in all gears. Rear Visability - Forget the wingers, its actually not that bad. Parking - I am still getting used to where the car starts and ends, may actually get parking sensors fitted as it can be a bit annoying. MPG - Currently I am getting 27-28, GF gets 30-31, Sensible motorway driving I've had 33, best I've had is 33-34 (cruise control in 50 zone). However this drops quite a bit if you just do short trips or town driving (before the car warms up in intown driving i get more like 20). I have replaced the stock air filter with a panel K&N filter which sounds better, gives about 2mpg better MPG and never needs replacing. Make sure you keep an eye on oil levels, get decent tyres (ive got Prelli Zero GT's, good for wet), check tyre pressure as it really makes a difference on MPG. I have noticed it needs washing once a week. (i do ~450miles a week). Also get some RainX and apply to windows. Considering all the above I love the car, its awesome. The minor flaws I consider its character.