Overview

This Honda Civic Type R EK9 1998 finished in Championship Yellow with red interior is exactly why the EK9 has become one of the most desirable Japanese performance cars in the world.

Showing 197,136 km, this genuine EK9 Type R comes through Nagoya & Hokuriku auction wearing the iconic colour combination every Honda enthusiast wants. Yellow paintwork, white alloys, red Recaro style interior and the legendary naturally aspirated B16B VTEC engine make this one of the defining Japanese performance cars of the 1990s.

While this example carries an R auction grade due to previous repair history, the overall condition and presentation remain extremely attractive for an original EK9. The auction sheet only notes a single A2 scratch alongside previous repairs and rear quarter work, which is increasingly common for surviving examples now over 25 years old.

As clean and original EK9s continue disappearing into collections worldwide, cars like this are becoming significantly harder to source directly from Japan.

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Auction Details

Auction Date 15th May 2026

Bids must be in on 14th May before 9pm UK time

Auction Location Nagoya & Hokuriku

Auction Start £7,500

Autoselecta Guide £8,500 to £9,500

Key Facts

• Year 1998
• Model Honda Civic Type R EK9
• Engine 1.6L B16B VTEC
• Fuel Type Petrol
• Transmission 5 Speed Manual
• Drivetrain 2WD
• Mileage 197,136 km
• Steering Right Hand Drive
• Exterior Colour Championship Yellow
• Interior Red Interior
• Overall Grade R
• Interior Grade C
• USA Import Eligible Yes

Specification and Features

• B16B naturally aspirated VTEC engine
• 5 speed manual gearbox
• Championship Yellow exterior
• Red Type R interior
• White alloy wheels
• Power steering
• Air conditioning
• Power windows
• Sunroof
• Lightweight EK9 Type R chassis
• Factory performance focused setup
• Classic analogue Honda driving experience
• One of the most collectible Type R models ever produced

Additional Notes from Auction Sheet

• Previous repair history noted
• Rear quarter repaired
• Inner panel repaired
• Rear floor corrosion noted
• Front bumper cut modification
• Wheel scratches noted
• Seat wear present
• Steering wheel wear present
• Underbody surface corrosion noted
• Single A2 scratch recorded

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Exterior

• Overall presentation remains extremely clean for the age and mileage
• Championship Yellow paintwork still carries strong visual presence
• White alloy wheel combination suits the car perfectly
• A2 scratch noted on body
• Previous repair history noted around rear quarter area
• Some age related imperfections visible throughout
• Underbody corrosion noted on auction sheet
• Despite the R grade, this remains a very attractive and honest looking EK9

Interior

• Red interior remains one of the standout features of the EK9 platform
• Seat wear noted
• Steering wheel wear noted
• Interior grade C due to age related wear
• Overall cabin still presents well for a 27 year old Type R
• Classic analogue Honda interior layout remains hugely desirable

Mechanical

• Legendary B16B VTEC engine fitted
• Naturally aspirated high revving setup
• 5 speed manual transmission
• Surface corrosion noted underneath vehicle
• Vehicle should be inspected and maintained as expected for age and mileage
• Strong enthusiast demand for genuine EK9 mechanical platform worldwide

Defects and Remarks

• Previous repair history
• Rear quarter repair marks
• Rear floor corrosion
• Inner panel repaired
• A2 scratch
• Wheel scratches
• Seat wear
• Steering wheel wear
• Front bumper cut modification
• Underbody surface corrosion

Why The EK9 Type R Is Such A Special Car

The EK9 Type R is not just another old Honda.

It is one of the most important Japanese performance cars ever built.

Built during the peak of Honda engineering, the EK9 combined lightweight construction, razor sharp handling, close ratio gearing and one of the greatest naturally aspirated four cylinder engines ever produced.

The B16B VTEC engine remains legendary for its responsiveness, noise and character, delivering a driving experience that modern turbocharged cars simply cannot replicate.

• No fake engine noise.
• No oversized screens.
• No unnecessary technology.
• Just pure driver engagement.

This was the car that created the DNA for every Type R model that followed.

And now that 1998 models are fully legal for import into the USA, international demand for genuine EK9s has increased dramatically. American buyers are actively sourcing cars directly from Japan, making good examples harder to secure every year.

The Championship Yellow colour combination only adds further collector appeal.

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