15.02.2010
The limited edition Civic Type R featuring exclusive MUGEN equipment will go on sale through Honda dealers in the UK from April and replaces the Championship White Type R.
This new version of the Civic Type R celebrates the launch of Honda’s BTCC team for 2010, continuing its long-standing relationship with Team Dynamics. The team will compete in two Civics – which will feature a similar White and Black colour scheme to the MUGEN 200 cars. More details will be announced before the first race of the season, which is at Thruxton on 4 April.
Inspired by Mugen Euro’s high-performance Type R, the MUGEN 200 is fitted with unique body parts, wheels and badges to give it stand-out looks. As its name suggests, only 200 of the special Type R models will be made.
On top of the standard features of the Civic Type R the MUGEN 200 will boast the following:
A range of tuning parts, to further enhance the chassis dynamics of the Type R, will also be available as dealer fit options. Prices have yet to be announced but the MUGEN 200 will be available to order from March.
This limited edition Type R continues the association between Honda UK and Mugen Euro – the Northampton-based subsidiary of Honda’s long standing tuning partner Mugen. Last year, Mugen used its 36 years of experience and engineering expertise gained at the forefront of global motorsport, to further develop the Type R, and create the 240 PS £38,599 Civic Type R MUGEN of which just 20 units will be made. For more information, visit www.typermugen.com
Original MUGEN tuning parts also available
From April, a network of Honda dealers will also offer an exclusive range of original MUGEN tuning parts for Type R owners to use to modify their own cars – both used and new. These parts will be available to buy from a number of selected dealers across the UK, and will offer a range of tuning and cosmetic parts, including sports suspension upgrades, lightweight wheels and interior trim. A list of the MUGEN partner dealerships will soon be available at www.honda.co.uk
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December 20, 2010What an awesome looking car.
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December 20, 2010What an awesome looking car.