Overview

This Honda Civic Type R EK9 Race Base 1999 finished in Championship White with Grey interior is a heavily modified and repaired example of one of Honda’s most iconic Type R platforms.

Showing 208,553 km / 129,592 miles, this vehicle has been graded R with a C interior grade due to previous repair history, replacement panels, cosmetic wear and modifications throughout. While this is not a collector grade example, it presents an opportunity for enthusiasts looking to secure an EK9 project car before values continue climbing further.

The car features several aftermarket upgrades including TE37 alloy wheels, aftermarket full bucket seat, RS-R exhaust system, FRP bonnet and lowered suspension setup.

Multiple age related imperfections, repairs and replacement panels are noted throughout the auction sheet, meaning buyers should approach this vehicle as a restoration or enthusiast project rather than a clean investment example.

With EK9 Type Rs continuing to rise in value month after month, project cars like this are becoming one of the few remaining ways into genuine EK9 ownership at a more accessible level.

Auction Details

Auction Date 14th May 2026

Bids must be in on 13th May before 9pm UK time

Auction Location Tokyo

Auction Start £6,000

Autoselecta Guide £7,000 to £8,500

Key Facts

Year 1999

Model Honda Civic Type R EK9 Race Base

Engine 1.6L VTEC

Fuel Type Petrol

Transmission 5 Speed Manual

Drivetrain 2WD

Mileage 208,553 km / 129,592 miles

Overall Grade R

Interior Grade C

Exterior Colour Championship White

Interior Grey

Specification and Features

• TE37 15 inch alloy wheels
• Aftermarket full bucket seat
• RS-R exhaust system
• Zero Fighter shift knob
• FRP bonnet
• Lowered suspension setup
• Manual transmission
• Race Base lightweight specification

Additional Notes from Auction Sheet

• No factory catalytic converter present
• Previous front repair history noted
• Core support replaced
• Multiple replacement panels fitted
• Left and right front inner panels distorted
• Exterior handle wear and peeling
• Roof lining dirty
• Wheel scratches present
• Multiple scratches and dents repaired

Condition Overview

Exterior

• Extensive cosmetic wear and repair history noted throughout the vehicle.
• Multiple W2, U1 and XX markings shown across the body indicating replacement panels, repairs and imperfections.
• Vehicle would benefit from restoration and repainting depending on intended use.

Interior

• Interior condition reflects age, mileage and project style use.
• Roof lining dirty with visible wear throughout cabin.
• Aftermarket modifications fitted inside.

Mechanical

• Vehicle fitted with several aftermarket components.
• Further inspection strongly recommended before use.
• No factory catalytic converter fitted.

Defects and Remarks

• Replacement panels fitted
• Previous repair history
• Core support replaced
• Inner panel distortion
• Wheel scratches
• Roof lining dirty
• Exterior handle peeling
• Scratches and dents repaired
• No factory catalytic converter

Why This Car

The EK9 Civic Type R Race Base was Honda’s lightweight motorsport focused version of the already legendary EK9 platform.

Built with fewer luxuries and reduced weight, Race Base models were designed for enthusiasts and motorsport users wanting the purest version of Honda’s high revving front wheel drive formula.

Today, genuine EK9s continue becoming increasingly rare and expensive worldwide, especially original and rust free examples from Japan.

While this particular car is far from a collector condition example, it still represents an opportunity to secure a genuine EK9 platform before prices continue climbing further.

For buyers willing to invest time, restoration work and attention, project cars like this remain highly appealing within the Honda enthusiast scene.

Summary

A heavily modified and repaired EK9 Race Base suited to enthusiasts searching for a project platform or restoration opportunity.

Condition issues and repairs are fully reflected within the auction pricing, making this a potentially interesting entry point into EK9 ownership.

Autoselecta Sourcing Service

If you are looking for a cleaner or higher grade EK9 Type R, Autoselecta can help source the right vehicle directly from Japan.

Buyers can either wait for suitable auction examples to appear or allow our team to source vehicles directly from trusted Japanese dealerships depending on budget and condition requirements.

Simply let us know exactly what specification and condition level you are searching for.

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