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July 17, 2002 - 08:11
(c) 2002 Honda Motors

"Acura will offer its first Factory Performance package for the RSX Type-S at dealerships nationwide beginning in early 2003, the company announced today.

The Factory Performance package features track-tuned shocks and springs that lower the car by approximately one inch. These shocks and springs combined with lightweight aluminum alloy wheels, 17-inch high performance tires, slotted brake rotors and performance brake pads give the RSX Type-S razor sharp handling, reduced body roll, increased cornering grip and enhanced braking performance. A rear wing spoiler, an under-body spoiler kit and an interior trim package featuring a Factory Performance shift **** and badging, give the car an aggressive, high performance look.

Since the RSX Type-S is already so popular with the performance enthusiast market, it gives us the perfect opportunity to launch this exciting collection of factory high performance components, said Stony Furutani, manager of accessory marketing. An RSX owner can now build a pure Acura performance vehicle with no compromises and without voiding the factory warranty on their car.

The Factory Performance package will have an MSRP of $4,800 plus installation. While Acura offers a wide range of dealer installed accessories, the introduction of the RSX Type-S Factory Performance package marks the first time Acura will offer a comprehensive high performance kit to be installed by dealers and covered under a factory warranty.

The warranty coverage alone makes buying the Factory Performance package a smart move versus buying aftermarket parts, explained Furutani. And since it includes only genuine Acura parts, you know you're getting the same high level of quality as the rest of your vehicle.

The RSX Type-S Factory Performance package will include:

High performance, track-tuned shocks and springs
Slotted brake rotors and performance brake pads
Lightweight 17x7.5 inch alloy wheels
High performance tires (225/45VR17)
Factory performance rear wing spoiler
Under-body spoiler kit
Metallic look interior trim kit
Factory Performance shift ****
Factory Performance badging
Acura Factory Performance is a complete dealer installed accessory package that addresses the demands of performance enthusiasts by providing enhanced handling, aggressive looks, quality, and durability, while maintaining the legendary Acura driving experience.

This brings up the question of weather or not Honda of America is planning on bringing the Integra Type R (RSX-R for the USDM market) to North American. According to inside sources at Honda, that is most unlikely. Given the niche market, and limited success of previous high performance models, this will be the closest to a USDM RSX-R we will see until the RSXs scheduled redesign in 2006."

 
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Heh. Sad, but true. [IMG]i/expressions/beer_yum.gif[/IMG]

And I think the "Type R" in Honda Tuning is a POS.

 
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Heh, I bought the same mag thinking that they would have at least imported one from Japan to test it, not tune a type-s and call it a type R. Yeah they did a lot of work to it and made it almost JDM-spec but it also strikes me the same way as someone putting a type R badge on their dx civic.

 
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It's just a Type S with a K20A engine swap and a sweet coilover set-up. I might've been pleased if they used the original body structure for the JDM DC5R instead of a heavier Type S chassis. Without the car having the right ECU, gasoline and tires it's a true "tried to be a Type R".

It gets points for looking better than it acts.

 
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You're an idiot. They offer "performance package" for Civic EX/LX/DX as well. This doesn't replace the "Si" or "Type-R." It is simply a way to increase their margin by stealing some cusomters from the aftermarket boys. This is for people who want to upgrade their suspension, but does not want to void any warranties.

F-ucking replacement for a Type-R, my ***....