
Honda Civic Type R
1997 to 2000 · Hatchback · Limited edition · 16,500 built
Over the past 12 months, 10 have sold publicly at a median of $22,126. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $23,100. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $16,000 to $44,900, depending on mileage, color, and history.
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- Median · 12 mo
- $22,126
- Sales · 12 mo
- 10
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Specifications
- Engine
- VTEC I4, 1.6
- Power
- 185 hp
- Torque
- 118 lb-ft
- 0 to 60
- 6.7 s
- Top speed
- 137 mph
- Transmission
- Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Curb weight
- 2,337 lb
- Production
- 16,500 built
- Designer
- Honda Design
Common questions
How much does a Honda Civic Type R cost?
Over the past 12 months, 10 have sold publicly at a median of $22,126. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $23,100. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $16,000 to $44,900, depending on mileage, color, and history.
What is a 1997 Honda Civic Type R worth today?
The Shifty Estimate is $23,100, down 15.8% over the past 12 months. We rate confidence medium: 10 public sales in a year is a thin market, and the spread between them is wide.
Is a Honda Civic Type R a good investment?
Values are down 15.8% over the past 12 months. Only 16,500 were built. The caution is spread, not direction: across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $16,000 to $44,900, and mileage explains most of that.
How many Honda Civic Type R have sold?
Shifty has 23 public sales of the Honda Civic Type R on file. The earliest was on Mar 14, 2023.
What is the most expensive Honda Civic Type R sold?
The highest public sale on file is $44,900, on Jan 15, 2025, with 53,000 mi.
What has a Honda Civic Type R sold for at auction?
The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:
- $22,000Sep 18, 2026Flamenco Black Pearl · 97,555 mi
- $21,310Sep 4, 2026white · 94,027 mi
- $16,000Jul 25, 2026Championship White · 107,000 mi
About the 1997 Honda Civic Type R
The original EK9 Type R that started the legend, representing Honda's first serious attempt at a track-focused Civic. Built exclusively in Japan with just 16,500 examples, this lightweight warrior proved that front-wheel-drive could be thrilling with the right recipe. The naturally aspirated 1.6-liter VTEC screams to 8,400 rpm, delivering 185 horsepower in a stripped-down package that weighs barely 2,300 pounds. Recaro seats, a titanium shift knob, and deleted rear seats show Honda's commitment to weight reduction. The EK9 established the Type R formula of high-revving engines, precise handling, and track-ready focus that continues today. Values have exploded as collectors recognize its significance in hot hatch history. Clean examples are increasingly rare, making the EK9 a blue-chip investment for JDM enthusiasts.
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