2002 Honda Accesories Civic Si: The performance-minded Civic hatchback became the champion of the import performance scene in the 1980s and 1990s. Now it's back. Set to arrive at Honda dealers nationwide in March of 2002, the Civic Si demonstrates Honda's performance philosophy with its advanced engine technology, solid feel and European-tuned Type R suspension. Under the hood, the Civic Si's 2.0-liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine pumps out 160-horsepower. A quick-ratio 5-speed manual transmission maximizes acceleration and performance driving. Large 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS, large anti-roll bars, aggressive spring rates and quick ratio electronic power steering add to the Si's performance demeanor. Meanwhile, the interior is all business with deeply bolstered racing style seats (standard equipment on all Civic Si models) and an innovative rally style gear shifter that is integrated into the instrument panel. Packaged to be practical, fast, fun and affordable, standard equipment includes a CD player, moonroof, power windows and locks, front dual-stage airbags and side airbags, and much more. Genuine Honda Accessories displayed on the SEMA vehicle include carbon fiber interior trim pieces, splash guards, fog lights and an engine cover with red lettering. With production expected to reach 15,000 units in its first year, a wide variety of parts and accessories should be available for this unique performance car in the near future.
Acura RSX Type-S CART Pace Car: Tipping the performance scales with 200 horsepower in "stock" form, the Acura RSX Type-S i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine delivers 100-horsepower per liter and delivers it through a quick-ratio 6-speed manual transmission and a track-tuned suspension, 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS and 16-inch alloy wheels. So when CART needed a car that could corral 200+ mph Champ cars, a modified RSX became an obvious choice to handle pace car duty for the most competitive racing series in the world. Engineers looked for ways to squeeze even more performance and handling prowess from the Type-S through an aggressive shock, spring and stabilizer package similar to the Japanese-market RSX Type R suspension, a 4-wheel disc brake package with large diameter rotors and 4-piston calipers, a 62 mm throttle body, a short length intake manifold, high performance connecting rods, high rigidity crank shaft, high-flow exhaust silencer (with valves that open and close according to the exhaust pressure), and a compression ratio of 11.5:1. The verdict? The CART RSX pace car delivers 220-horsepower and 152-ft-lbs of torque coupled to a highly tuned suspensions on the planet.
Adam Saruwatari 2002 Civic Si (street version): Professional drag racer Adam Saruwatari will campaign an all-new 2002 Civic Si drag car in the NHRA and other drag racing series for the 2002 racing season. Along with his specially constructed drag car that will showcase Honda's performance leadership on the drag strip (to debut early 2002), Saruwatari has put together a special Civic Si street version to give the public a taste of what's to come.
Saruwatari's Civic Si on display at SEMA features a heavily modified engine, suspension, body and interior. Under the hood, Saruwatari added a prototype Jackson Racing Supercharger with a custom liquid-filled intercooler, an AEM high-flow intake, a Motec engine management system, DC Sports stainless steel header and a custom dual exhaust. A short throw shifter by Jackson Racing also has been added. The ride height has been lowered and handling performance has been enhanced with a Ground Control custom adjustable suspension, Eibach Springs, Ground Control shocks, an Eibach anti-sway bar, Enkei 19-inch RP07 wheels and Nitto P215/35-ZR19 tires. Brembo four-piston brakes and AEM upgraded brakes in the rear deliver racecar levels of stopping power. Inside, the driver cockpit has custom Katzkin yellow and black leather seats and matching door panels.
RO_JA Racing Pro Drag RSX Type-S: Two significant milestones surround the introduction of the RO_JA Racing Pro Drag RSX Type-S. Performance industry ambassador R.J. De Vera will be making a debut into professional drag racing and the Acura RSX will also be making a debut into professional racing. In stock form, the 200-horsepower Acura RSX Type-S runs the quarter-mile in 14.8 seconds at 95 mph. In race form, De Vera's 650+ horsepower RSX is expected to be a little faster. De Vera's RSX features a turbocharged, methanol-powered 2.0-liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine. This specially constructed drag car uses a front wheel drive tube frame chassis.
The outside of the RSX features an Acura Accessories RSX aero kit along with a fiberglass body with Flexalite Lexan window panels. Inside, the car features a Sparco race seat, Sparco safety harness and steering wheel along with a custom fabricated dashboard and interior panels. A parachute is attached to the back to slow De Vera down when he crosses the finish line. Let the fun begin.
Concept 2002 Honda Civic Coupe: Based on the 2002 Civic Coupe, the Honda Civic Concept answers the question, "What would a factory-built high performance Civic Coupe from Honda be like?" Starting with components from Honda's high performance parts bin, the Civic Concept uses suspension tuning similar to the new Sport suspension package from Honda Accessories. Meanwhile, significant engine enhancements raise the horsepower and torque of the current 127-horsepower 1.7-liter engine to 170-horsepower through a custom high-flow intake manifold, a stock engine head that has been ported, polished and decked, a custom exhaust header, a large 2-inch exhaust system and a sport muffler. Braking power has been enhanced through the addition of 4-piston Brembo calipers. The car rides on 18x7 wheels and 225/40-18 BFGoodrich tires. The Civic Concept's ground-hugging demeanor is achieved through a prototype ground effects kit. Appearance is also enhanced through special blacked-out headlight frames, a carbon fiber sports grille, a racing inspired rear wing and a carbon fiber rear diffuser. The interior incorporates deeply bolstered Recaro sport seats lined with Alcantera Suede and interior trim pieces, a high performance gauge package, sport pedals and a three-spoke sport steering wheel.
Acura RSX Concept: Take one extremely competent performance sports coupe, add international touring car modifications, and the end result is the Acura RSX Concept &endash; an ultimate performance machine. Modified by American Honda's accessory engineering and design group, this heavily-tuned RSX rides on a chassis track extended five inches wider than the stock RSX. Meant to be a design exercise to explore the possibility of touring car racing, the body and chassis of the RSX Concept is comprised of racecar suspension tuning, large 19-inch "black chrome" wheels, prototype Michelin F1 rain tires, Brembo brakes, front and rear carbon fiber spoilers and diffusers, an underbody spoiler, dual center exhaust, custom HID headlights and massive fender flares to compensate for the increased track. Inside, the driver cockpit has been modified to race specs with carbon fiber seats, race-style instrument panel, a S2000 gauge cluster with 9000 RPM redline and numerous other enhancements. Engine enhancements are consistent with a powerplant that would be competitive in the German DTM touring car racing series (about 500 horsepower). Overall, the RSX Concept characterizes the extreme side to the versatility of the RSX platform.
Honda Accessories S2000: Just when you thought the S2000 couldn't get any better, Honda Accessories' S2000 comes along. It combines Honda Accessories from Japan along with Honda Accessories straight from the dealer's shelf. This modified sports car features the recently introduced accessory hardtop, 17-inch alloy wheels, a prototype sport suspension kit, sport exhaust, Honda Accessories front and rear spoilers, and side strakes.
Acura MDX Concept: As the Acura MDX has found great success in its first year, the rush to popularize this revolutionary new luxury SUV is well underway. Looking to achieve subtle yet meaningful improvements, the Acura MDX Concept features an Acura Accessories lower trim and flare kit, 20-inch Lowenhart LS-1 wheels from DAZZ Motorsport with Michelin 275/40-20 high performance tires and a custom lowered suspension from the Progress Group.
JUN Super Lemon Honda Civic: This High-Performance 2002 Civic Coupe represents pure aftermarket performance in a street-friendly package. Modified by JUN USA, a highly respected aftermarket tuner, the Super Lemon Civic was designed for the enjoyment of hard-core sports car enthusiasts. This potent Civic boasts a heavily modified powerplant with suspension, braking, interior and exterior enhancements. Engine enhancements include a prototype JUN camshaft and engine management system along with high-flow intake and exhaust systems. The transmission features a prototype JUN forged chromoly flywheel. A Honda Accessories body kit provides ground hugging aerodynamic enhancements. Tenacious cornering grip is enhanced by Volk TE37 wheels and BFGoodrich G-Force tires. Braking power has been increased through the use of a Project Mu brake assembly and Baker Brake Lines. Key interior appointments include MOMO racing seats, steering pedal pads and steering wheel. JUN has been building racing products for more than 30 years. For more information about JUN, see www.junusa.com.
HKS Turbocharged Acura RSX Type-S: The question: "Can the new Acura RSX be turbocharged and if so, how much power can be massaged out of the already potent 2.0-liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder?" The answer: a resounding Yes! HKS USA, a leader in providing high-performance turbo systems and other performance parts for automobile enthusiasts had developed a prototype turbocharger based on HKS' GT2835 model. With a target output of 300 horsepower (a 100 horsepower increase more than the Type-S), the HKS RSX is capable of near-supercar performance. In addition to the turbocharger, the car features an HKS Super Mega Flow intake and HKS' F-Con S engine management system. The ride height has been lowered with Sprint lowering springs in the front and back. The car rides on Racing Hart CP-035 R Wheels (18x7.5) and Proxes T1-S Toyo tires (P225/40ZR18). The body features an Acura Accessories rear deck lid spoiler and side sills, and a C-West Front Fascia. Inside, the car boasts HKS 60mm electronic boost and EGT meters, and an HKS Turbo Timer. The seats feature special embroidery by Katzkin and special trim pieces include custom titanium interior trim and an Acura Accessories titanium shift knob. The RSX also features a 6.5-inch widescreen LCD Audio/Video system, a DVD navigation system and a six-disc changer. For more information about HKS products, visit HKS's Web site at www.hksusa.com.
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