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FK2 FK2 general discussion

*Clarkson hated the FN2 more like, and he hated the way it handled, I doubt he has changed his opinion on it too. So looking at it now, it's the same car as it was when it was first released and people still have the same opinion :lol:

Also the FN2 has an ugly rear end.
 
Clarkson is a bit of tit though.

The fn2 looks fugly in my opinion. It's too flat. This new one is a lot nicer.


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[video=youtube;1lXGmjt1FtQ]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lXGmjt1FtQ#t=440[/video]

Renaultsport Megane 275R: 7 minutes, 54.36 seconds.
Honda Civic Type R Development Car: 7 minutes, 50.63 seconds.

I wonder what time the production car gets.
 
But Geoff, the Civic is quicker round the 'ring. It'll help you getting to the shops. :)
 
NEW HONDA CIVIC TYPE R THROWS DOWN NÜRBURGRING GAUNTLET

  • Honda announces Nürburgring lap time for Civic Type R development car
  • 7 minutes 50.63 seconds lap time is unmatched in the front-wheel drive hot hatch class
  • Lap time achieved in development car with technical specifications representative of the final production car

At the world premiere of its all-new Civic Type R at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show (5 - 15 March; Stand 4250, Hall 4), Honda announced that a development car had achieved a 7 minutes 50.63 seconds lap time of the legendary 20.8 km/12.9 mile Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=1lXGmjt1FtQ&app=desktop

This time is unmatched by any other front-wheel drive performance hatchback.

The lap time was achieved during the final phase of pre-production testing in May 2014 by a Civic Type R development car. The development car was in a standard state of engine tune, with suspension, drivetrain, exhaust, brakes and the aerodynamic package identical to those of the production Civic Type R.

The removal of equipment such as air conditioning, the front passenger seat and audio equipment offset the additional weight of a full roll cage (installed specifically for safety reasons and not to add rigidity).

During the test cycle, the development car used production-specification high-rigidity 19-inch alloy wheels. These were fitted with 235/35R19 road tyres being developed in conjunction with a major European tyre manufacturer especially for the new Civic Type R. The test cycle during which the 7 minutes 50.63 seconds lap time was achieved was part of the tyre’s development and testing process.

Honda has now vowed to follow up this achievement by sending a production Civic Type R around the Nürburgring Nordschleife later this year with the aim of setting a new lap record for a front-wheel drive production car.

Highlights of the latest generation in Honda’s cult car dynasty is a world-first application of Honda’s new 2.0 litre VTEC TURBO engine, aggressive function-led styling, and advanced new chassis technologies, combining to deliver one of the most immersive and rewarding driving experiences available in any sector.

The new Civic Type R goes on sale across Europe in summer 2015.
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So they've done a Seat and taken out kit. It does say they are going to send a production spec one round later this year though.
 
Watch the vid at 7:59, very dodgy edit.

Looks like the end of one lap stitched onto another, presumably the car ran wide so they put a smooth end of lap on.

Pfft. It's just not cricket...
 
I always thought the official times that were published were bridge to gantry, or is that just something petrol heads have come up with?

I guess it depends if the track is closed or not, as on a public day you can't speed down the main straight.
 
It's fast though. Did renault remove a seat and add a cage in the Megan when they set their time?


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Bloody hell the guy in that video is hooning. I'd say on the limit right there!


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Like the look of the front and interior, disappointed by the rear as Jermy says - they went for a pint.

£30k is too much unless i'm rolling in money & a few bits look slightly too cheap for that price tag imo.

Be interesting to see what the actual production version goes round in and it looks to me like they're cheating a little with that lap time.

Would like to know why the changes were made from the concept.

Don't like the focus, never really have.

I'll continue to drink and keep the EP3 thanks.
 
Jermal said:
I'd still have a R34 GTR if I had £30k in my back burner.

Every day of the week.
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my friend has an R34 GTR and has so far put over 85k on top of the
price of the car and it still doesn't work :)

i like the idea of a new car with a 5 year warranty which I
don't have to spend any money on other than fuel

my last Evo X I spent around 20k playing with it and lost it all
im not doing that anymore
 
bazza. said:
my friend has an R34 GTR and has so far put over 85k on top of the
price of the car and it still doesn't work :)

i like the idea of a new car with a 5 year warranty which I
don't have to spend any money on other than fuel

my last Evo X I spent around 20k playing with it and lost it all
im not doing that anymore
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Mmmmm gtr
 
As long as you have very deep pockets the GTR is a great classic car
but I'd have the new CTR any day of the week
 
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