Input on upgrading | SI to CTR

I recommend that you consider a used CTR because you can save many thousands of dollars over the dealer price. Just get a mechanic to check it out first, and confirm that it is still under warranty. You have heard all about how a car depreciates after the first year (or less). When you buy a used one, all that depreciation will work in your favor.

Sure, the previous owner wasn't a little old lady who drove it like a limo. But I don't think that the type R is so delicate that you would have to worry all that much.

Zeffy94 said:

You’re referring to me aren’t you

It’s okay, it was a stupid decision and with my financial situation not getting better (actually getting worse because of other personal events) I may decide to get rid of it maybe as soon as the end of this month.

Please do not make my mistake, this car is awesome but it’s not worth putting yourself in a hole like me.

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Nah, someone else actually. It's more common than you'd think, sadly.

You're doing the right thing in getting yourself back on track though. It's a lesson learned - no sense in beating yourself up, just learn from it and move on.

The Si and Type R aren't drag racing vehicles so if you are looking for pure speed with no regards no handling, there are other options to better suit your needs.

For 10-12k more than an Si, you have a track-ready car ready in a type R, built how Honda envisioned a track car. People spend nearly half that on an Si and end with up lesser power, handling, and braking. Most importantly, warranty is likely gone and so is the reliability that Hondas are known for.

Best part of it all, everything is under warranty and is built to Honda's standards in a type R. Nothing I value more than having a peace of mind of keeping OEM quality, reliability, and warranty in the event something happens.

And a stock Type R will have far better resale value than an Si that has been modified. Really you should compare the cost of ownership which is depreciation plus expenses - not purchase price.

Danimal said:

And a stock Type R will have far better resale value than an Si that has been modified. Really you should compare the cost of ownership which is depreciation plus expenses - not purchase price.

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I made that same argument to convince myself, but the mod bug is the mod bug. I already have a full catback exhaust and an intake. Lol

davemarco said:

Nah, someone else actually. It's more common than you'd think, sadly.

You're doing the right thing in getting yourself back on track though. It's a lesson learned - no sense in beating yourself up, just learn from it and move on.

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Yep same here. Over a decade ago sold my Beautiful '00 Trans Am that I bought brand new and sold for a Saleen Mustang. Big stupid money wasting mistake.

As stated learn and move on