The 2021 Honda Civic Type R Limited Edition recently set a new front-wheel drive track record at the Suzuka Circuit in Japan, with a time of 2 minutes 23.993 seconds, driven by Super GT Series racer Takuya Izawa. This development car was built to final European production specifications, with no modifications or performance enhancements. Limited to just 600-units, this model will surely command a hefty premium, but if you’ve ever wondered how its sleek forged BBS wheels were made, this video should answer that question. Read more for the clip and its record-setting run at Suzuka.
The ultra lightweight, forged aluminum wheels from BBS come wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, complete with upgraded dampers are optimized for the new wheel/tire package. Other upgrades include recalibrated steering for finer control and feedback as well as a further 28.2-pound weight reduction of 28.2 lbs. by removing sound-deadening materials.
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The Type R Limited Edition reflects Honda’s dedication to refining the essence and driving pleasure of Type R as a sports car and exceeding the expectations of our customers. The engineering team and I embraced a racing spirit that has been passed down for generations, and it’s this strong passion that’s driving the evolution of the Civic Type R towards becoming the ideal sports car,” said Civic Type R Project Leader Hideki Kakinuma.
