2023 Civic Type R Waitlist / Deposit / Reservations List - Check in here!

[wrxdev13]

Has/was anyone able to test drive an FL5 without, basically, committing to purchasing the vehicle? I've called four different dealers so far and their responses so far have been "We'll run the numbers and see if they work for us", "You drive it when you buy it," or "You're not allowed to test drive it."

It is unlikely a Honda dealer will let you test drive one. However, you can see if there is a FL5 CTR at a nearby Carmax or you can go to the Acura dealer and see if they have an ITS to test drive.

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[RP2000R]

Find a used one if possible the higher miles the more likely a test drive.

 

[Clark_Kent]

Has/was anyone able to test drive an FL5 without, basically, committing to purchasing the vehicle? I've called four different dealers so far and their responses so far have been "We'll run the numbers and see if they work for us", "You drive it when you buy it," or "You're not allowed to test drive it."

That's common and not just for this vehicle. Most prospective owners will buy sight unseen and without a test drive. I'm one of them. Find a pre-owned FL5, preferably at a non-Honda dealership, and they should let you test drive it.

 

[MikeyMike]

that’s correct it isn’t entirely accurate, approximately a third of the cars you see there are sold. Thats just what I’ve looked into.

2000 cars for the entire country works out 1.72 cars per dealership, not a large amount by any means

i look at the motoringobsession number in a relative sense, not in an absolute sense.

i agree with you that there probably aren't ~1900 CTR's available for sale on lots or in transit.

however, i do think there are relatively more CTR's available now, than at different points last year. if i recall correctly, the motoringobsession number was ~300-600 for most of last year, ~900 around Christmas, and ~1900 now.

 

[RedBadge]

@Wrexysi , @RP2000R , and @Clark_Kent : Thank you all for your responses and advice. So far, all the ones I'm finding are at dealers. I just find the whole response and attitude of "You drive it when you buy it" really off-putting. I'm willing to work numbers and/or put down a deposit so I can at least drive the darn thing before signing on the dotted line.

 

[Dream3r]

As far as I know, Cameron (a sales manager) is the one who handles their Type-R sales. Definitely give him a call!

I got connected to some sales person but they said they’ll let Cameron know. I told em I know someone that bought from them and asked if ppf was mandatory. Kinda considering color shifting ppf so I hope he can part ways without it.

also they asked who the person who bought from them is, I dunno if you get anything? But if you wanna drop a first name I’ll let em know.

 

[onepointsix]

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[Nikw91]

Coggin Honda in Fort pierce, FL said $8k ADM

Ed Morse Honda in Riviera Beach, FL said $6k

these dealerships crazy

 

[atucker80]

I got connected to some sales person but they said they’ll let Cameron know. I told em I know someone that bought from them and asked if ppf was mandatory. Kinda considering color shifting ppf so I hope he can part ways without it.

also they asked who the person who bought from them is, I dunno if you get anything? But if you wanna drop a first name I’ll let em know.

I had the same response. "Cameron handles all Type R sales. If he approves you, he'll be in touch". That was before xmas. Ended up buying in Cinci and to this day even as a cash buyer never heard a word back from this "Cameron".

 

[tingli107]

Motoring Obsession may not be entirely accurate but there are definitely over 10 incoming civic type R in my area alone and some dealers are getting more than one. Just a month ago there was only 1. I've been in contact with several dealers claiming they're the lowest price but it ranges anywhere from 2500-10k mark up including dealer add ons(bullshit protection packages) or dealer installed oem accessories.

I'm hanging in there for MSRP or bust.

 

[AspecR]

Coggin Honda in Fort pierce, FL said $8k ADM

Ed Morse Honda in Riviera Beach, FL said $6k

these dealerships crazy

Did you show them the numbers I sent you?

 

[Nikw91]

Did you show them the numbers I sent you?

yes, they called me to tell me their “new prices” lol

 

[AspecR]

yes, they called me to tell me their “new prices” lol

Let me know what they give you, 9/10 time I’ll beat it.

 

[xcon]

2024 championship white type r for sale at Barbour Hendrick Honda Greenville NC at MSRP. Ask for Tony sales manager. I bought my car from these folk at MSRP. Great dealership no add on’s. This won’t last.

 

[Dream3r]

2024 championship white type r for sale at Barbour Hendrick Honda Greenville NC at MSRP. Ask for Tony sales manager. I bought my car from these folk at MSRP. Great dealership no add on’s. This won’t last.

Wish it was black lmao

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