I’ve sold my R, but returned it to stock. The seats as seen here are now up for sale.
Condition: seats are still in good shape, but there are some slight stains on the driver rear seat. I only vacuumed them before removing. I imagine they would clean up just fine with upholstery cleaner...
I didn’t see any listed on eBay at the moment, but you just need the rear seats from a 5-door/hatch model. That has the two piece fold down with the integrated seat belt. Make sure you don’t get the sedan or coupe seat. The buckle can be ordered directly from Honda.
What ever you do, don’t...
I agree on insurance having an issue with it. It is a risk I’m taking.
However, I disagree “the car wasn’t designed for it.” It’s a standard 5 door hatch under the skin. It was designed for it.
Could you guys possibly be hearing the LSD? I’ve noticed mine makes a little noise when you have the wheel turned a good bit and going very slow with some throttle input. Mine reminds me of other FWD cars I’ve had with aggressive helical diffs.
Hey Casey,
I’m also in RVA. I insure with Virginia Insurance Services in Midlothian (Sunday Park). They are an Erie shop. Mine is stock, so I can’t comment on mods. I’m at ~1700 a year, but that includes my 19’ R, 15’ Odyssey and 05’ Mustang GT. I don’t remember what the breakout is on just...
Weight:
I should have weighed it, but didn’t. The 60% side maybe a pound or two heavier since it has the retractor and belt built in. I didn’t notice it when carrying it though.
insurance:
It is a risk. As far as safety, it is all factory components. I wouldn’t have done it if I felt it...
This is my first post here, thought it might help someone out that was in the same boat. Perhaps you want to buy the Type R, but need three rear seats for your kids? I've found posts talking about the conversion, but didn't find any tutorials on how to do it. I convinced my self it was...