[{"id": 4975658, "authorName": "Rguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now I've seen everything", "likes": 17, "timestamp": 1598630598, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975669, "authorName": "I_Ride_Ostriches", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/i_ride_ostriches/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is the answer to a question no one asked. Appears to be really well done. This should be interesting.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1598630722, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975664, "authorName": "peanutbutterfordogs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peanutbutterfordogs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\u201cCool\u201d doesn\u2019t even begin to describe the front fenders and rear quarters. Nice work!", "likes": 17, "timestamp": 1598630729, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975670, "authorName": "bob.os", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bob.os/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wild + well done, a rare double. Loving the R5-esque box flares. \r\n\r\nGLWS!!", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1598630734, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975694, "authorName": "UNGN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ungn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hogun?", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1598631033, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975701, "authorName": "ExoticrareKia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/exoticrarekia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Drive this and feel young again", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598631078, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975704, "authorName": "WrongEra", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wrongera/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this is nar", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598631120, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975727, "authorName": "Eferg028", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eferg028/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A renauvic 5", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598631402, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975730, "authorName": "Kneesamo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kneesamo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good god! This thing is awesome!", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1598631408, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975731, "authorName": "Roadmaster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roadmaster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"New CV joints and axles\"...Somehow I think this thing goes through a lot of those.\r\n\r\nThis demonstrates that their really is no limit to automotive creativity. Conceiving and building something like this wouldn't have crossed my long-abused mind in a million years. Well done.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1598631436, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975733, "authorName": "parshooter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/parshooter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is really a cool build. I always thought the R5 was a great design. I had a TL Type S, I believe that engine was rated at about 280 hp. Can't imagine how this little screamer drives. GLWS", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1598631450, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975744, "authorName": "CarCrazy24", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carcrazy24/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So this is one of one I\u2019m guessing", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598631595, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975752, "authorName": "LB1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lb1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now this is a build!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598631667, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975768, "authorName": "RiceCzechs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riceczechs/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by RiceCzechs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598631904, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4975772, "authorName": "BodyByFisher", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bodybyfisher/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@I_Ride_Ostriches Someone did ask the question. Andy Barcheck. And he also answered it. I otherwise agree with you, this looks very well done. Looking forward to watching this.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598631938, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975784, "authorName": "RidleysRides", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ridleysrides/", "bidAmount": 5150, "content": "$5,150 bid placed by RidleysRides", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598632112, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4975785, "authorName": "coscorrodrift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coscorrodrift/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "oh my god, this is absolutely incredible. the kind of project car one dreams of. No surprise it was featured on a video by Forza", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598632121, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975789, "authorName": "SuperCarnitas", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/supercarnitas/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by SuperCarnitas", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598632135, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4975797, "authorName": "carspaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carspaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! I can\u2019t believe this is actually here for auction! Such an iconic Honda. Can\u2019t wait to see where this one goes! GLWA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598632321, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975799, "authorName": "nor.cal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nor.cal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ready to move to WA after all these CA fires, and so I can own cars like this!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598632368, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975814, "authorName": "RiceCzechs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riceczechs/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "$5,600 bid placed by RiceCzechs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598632520, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4975816, "authorName": "krixmeister", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/krixmeister/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Always wondered on these types of conversions: depending on engine layout, does moving a FWD engine+transmission to the rear in effect make it a rear-engined, not mid-engined, car?", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598632543, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975818, "authorName": "TallGuyLittleCar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tallguylittlecar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Andy Barcheck is now one of my car heroes. I love this!", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1598632596, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975831, "authorName": "hondaddict", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hondaddict/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This might be my favorite Honda build to date. Amazing work. Whoever owns this next will have a truly unique beauty.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598632759, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975840, "authorName": "Ford999", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ford999/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautifully done build and GLWA - love this thing!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598632867, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975841, "authorName": "9rows", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/9rows/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry if i missed it in the text or the photos, where is the radiator located? I am assuming up front based on what I see in picture #108.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598632868, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975852, "authorName": "fourzerosix", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fourzerosix/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How do you say \"snap oversteer\" in Japanese?\r\n\r\nI bet the induction noise is heaven...", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1598633052, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975860, "authorName": "Pinarello", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pinarello/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The R5 Turbo's Japanese cousin.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598633130, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975866, "authorName": "iSpyCars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ispycars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "HA thats cool", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598633158, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975867, "authorName": "racerx01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/racerx01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When you want R5 Turbo but want Honda reliability. EPIC looking build. GLWTA. Guess I need to play the lottery this weekend.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1598633184, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975870, "authorName": "dmitriyf1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dmitriyf1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. Imagine slapping a turbo on this thing", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1598633197, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975859, "authorName": "Brad53", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brad53/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car and the VW powered Isetta and I\u2019m good to GO !", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598633294, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975876, "authorName": "DoctorV8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doctorv8/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by DoctorV8", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598633298, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4975879, "authorName": "CaptainTonus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/captaintonus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think I speak for everyone when I say we need more videos of this thing in action", "likes": 31, "timestamp": 1598633350, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975884, "authorName": "PDXBryan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pdxbryan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "EXPLETIVE!!!! \nFinally, a Group B Honda! Woulda, shoulda, coulda..........\nIn awe of the builder - hats off!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1598633485, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975908, "authorName": "Gingerman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gingerman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Waiting to hear some poor soul ask about smogging the car in California.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1598633652, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975910, "authorName": "Arno", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is really nicely done. I like how it looks understated while still making people think that something isn't as it seems. I think this qualifies as a \"totally unique build\" unlike most of the stuff being called that on chin beard and tattoo tv shows.", "likes": 14, "timestamp": 1598633669, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975923, "authorName": "vwbussed", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vwbussed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One word can describe this, INSANE!!!! I love it, has to be urine inducing to drive.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598633793, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975935, "authorName": "donenix", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/donenix/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have come here to chew bubblegum and win Radwood - and I'm all out of bubblegum", "likes": 20, "timestamp": 1598634126, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975940, "authorName": "dotheleo2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dotheleo2/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by dotheleo2", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598634171, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4975930, "authorName": "Jupiterider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jupiterider/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It appears to be well engineered and beautifully executed. Im assuming it\u2019s pretty reliable too. Someone is getting a hell of a unique ride!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598634234, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975944, "authorName": "Sammgb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sammgb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\u201cYou want how much for your Renault R5!?! Screw it! I\u2019ll build my own!\u201d", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1598634276, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975946, "authorName": "Derek_F", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/derek_f/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car pops up from time to time and I love it as much as I did the first time I saw it- hoping to see it in the flesh one of these days, From the pics it appears to be an insanely clean and well-thought-out build, with a judicious application of self-restraint, which is why I love it so much. THE perfect sleeper- 99 out of 100 people would never give it a second look on the street, at least until it blew their doors off ( much easier to do in 1991 than today ). True, this will need to live in a non-smog cert state. Any videos of this car in action?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598634303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975956, "authorName": "Scotrell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scotrell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is fantastic. WOW...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598634422, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975976, "authorName": "arahouston", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arahouston/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by arahouston", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598634677, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4975977, "authorName": "Oversteer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oversteer/", "bidAmount": 12345, "content": "$12,345 bid placed by Oversteer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598634684, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4975983, "authorName": "arahouston", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arahouston/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by arahouston", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598634750, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4975990, "authorName": "MDRB235", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mdrb235/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is awesome and I\u2019m sure it will do well. Good luck with your auction.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598634824, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4975997, "authorName": "lapsrus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lapsrus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! An R5 that doesn't overheat or smell like gas or coolant.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598634875, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976002, "authorName": "solidol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/solidol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The best thing I've seen all day - when you want Renault Clio RS but mid-engine Civic gets listed on BAT. GLWS, amazing build.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598634945, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976003, "authorName": "everydayexotics", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/everydayexotics/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As a BMW enthusiast I can honestly say this is the first time I've ever drooled over a Honda", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598634989, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976020, "authorName": "caymanandwent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caymanandwent/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This must be an amazing drive. Your face would be sore from the constant smiling.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1598635280, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976021, "authorName": "lapsrus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lapsrus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Gingerman - Baja California, maybe", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598635317, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976028, "authorName": "Baur2002", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baur2002/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Back in 84' the rear deck covering the engine was just the spot to have your young kids take a nap and the way to grandma and grandpa's house. Likely stayed plenty warm too.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598635396, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976036, "authorName": "AndyF007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andyf007/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Completely unrelated: Setting up my Montana LLC now.", "likes": 26, "timestamp": 1598635576, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976038, "authorName": "Bobby-Simone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobby-simone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This has to be one of the coolest things to happen to a Honda.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1598635608, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976039, "authorName": "TISK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tisk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "amaze-balls", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598635618, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976054, "authorName": "Ecohen2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ecohen2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Awesome car! Amazing build! I am betting this brings big bucks...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598635851, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976114, "authorName": "OCKurt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ockurt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Too bad it doesn\u2019t have an automatic \r\n\r\nJoking \ud83d\ude43", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1598636551, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976133, "authorName": "milhazes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/milhazes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "the ONLY thing i don't like on this cars look its the headlights other then that looked like it would come from factory, it is obvious the homage to the r5 turbo 2 look but definitely well done, kudos for find this", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1598636820, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976171, "authorName": "David_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What are the seats from? They look familiar but I can't quite place them.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598637194, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976184, "authorName": "Jags_in_the_barn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jags_in_the_barn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "More Renault Clio V6 than R5 tribute. Must be the most fun you can have in a Honda Civic with your clothes on.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598637282, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976215, "authorName": "EricWS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericws/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Roadmaster, no, it doesn't go through CV joints, but the \"originals\" were fabbed, the replacements are off the shelf \"930\" joints, and the axles also off the shelf, should they ever need to be replaced again, especially \"in the field\".\r\n@krixmeister , I believe the position relationship between the engine and the axles/wheels determines mid-engine or rear engine.\r\n@9rows , the coolant radiator is up front, oil cooler is inside the rear fender.\r\n@Jupiterider , it started the first time I turned the key, and everytime since! I would drive it anywhere. Maybe not \"Cannonballl\" anywhere, but anywhere!", "likes": 20, "timestamp": 1598637502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976236, "authorName": "DoctorV8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doctorv8/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by DoctorV8", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598637611, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4976231, "authorName": "meb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Production Figures\n R5 Turbo: 4987\n Shogun: 6\n Mid-engine CRX: 1\n\nSomeone has got to one-up Randy Nonnenberg and Jay Leno.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1598637716, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976325, "authorName": "PWSchuh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwschuh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You\u2019re gonna want to reshoot a few of those pictures. You failed to get the icon in some of them.", "likes": 14, "timestamp": 1598638066, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976326, "authorName": "bretticus4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bretticus4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "the build quality and design on this is staggeringly impressive for something that didn't come from the factory...", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1598638070, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976330, "authorName": "clancaster21", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clancaster21/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Color me impressed", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598638084, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976626, "authorName": "Vadim_A.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vadim_a.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Easily in the Top 10 of cars that have appeared on BaT over the years for me. Maybe even Top 5. Amazing work.", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1598639569, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976660, "authorName": "NoClassic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/noclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Those lower rear control arms though. Need more of this kind of stuff on BAT and less 8 series bmw lol.", "likes": 22, "timestamp": 1598639825, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976671, "authorName": "Distracted", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/distracted/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gas tank moved to front...\r\nI assume to remove it from the crash impact zone?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598639939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976680, "authorName": "bridgeman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bridgeman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice Civic NSX\r\nSeriously though, what an epic idea carried out fantastically well", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598639994, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976692, "authorName": "redpepperracing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redpepperracing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Distracted no, the engine is where the gas tank used to be...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598640080, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976730, "authorName": "MRF77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrf77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really cool build and that is an understatement. The only thing I would change in looking at it briefly is installing the stock headlights in place of those aftermarket round led lights.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598640340, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976744, "authorName": "Jfish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this car is awesome! I cant figure out where the fuel filler is. does the toolbox or spare need to be removed to fill the tank?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598640418, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976837, "authorName": "Distracted", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/distracted/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@redpepperracing\r\nI guess my sense of humor is somewhat obscure.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1598640996, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976906, "authorName": "All-wheel-drive", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/all-wheel-drive/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No Carfax? I\u2019m out, man.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1598641399, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976924, "authorName": "redpepperracing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redpepperracing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Distracted apologies, I'm used to seeing /s at the end, but yeah, it was a bit sublime for me.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598641527, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4976989, "authorName": "Mike-7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike-7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Four more months to go and we already have the BaT car of the year.", "likes": 30, "timestamp": 1598641884, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977215, "authorName": "ckay", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckay/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@David_P they look to be 300ZX seats.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598643081, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977292, "authorName": "Magneto", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/magneto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That's the problem with these mid engine builds, the engine takes up the rear and everything else goes in the front, so there's no trunk, no carrying capacity at all - if you want to take a trip with it you're putting a box on the roof or towing a small trailer like a motorcycle.\r\n\r\nI'm currently doing a mid engine build in my own shop, not on a Civic tho and I will have the same problem. But I build my cars to use, not just to take to cars and coffee.....", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598643652, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977361, "authorName": "DogHigh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doghigh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When I woke up this morning I had no idea I\u2019d be drooling over a mid 80s Civic \ud83d\ude2e", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1598644099, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977384, "authorName": "ccrunner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ccrunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The builder took one of the most nondescript, pedestrian Honda models, and has turned it into one the most interesting Hondas I've laid eyes on-- WOW!!! :-)", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1598644261, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977474, "authorName": "ChrisCushing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chriscushing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Put some RoW headlights on and this is perfection. Everything else about this just looks so right.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598644820, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977524, "authorName": "BlackMountainMotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blackmountainmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 35000, "content": "$35,000 bid placed by BlackMountainMotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598645174, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4977534, "authorName": "ForrestGump9", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/forrestgump9/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Needs a supercharger", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598645225, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977536, "authorName": "mb4design", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mb4design/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jfish Center of the spare. Nice!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598645237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977579, "authorName": "BlackMountainMotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blackmountainmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm looking for an RWB out there for sale if you all know of one. Google my name if you do. \r\n\r\nSuch a great little build here. I had a pimped out CRX in high school, it wasn't half this cool though.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598645483, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977745, "authorName": "David_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Magneto if you take a trip in this car you'll take a couple of small duffle bags and you'll be happy about it! :)\n\n@ckay that's it!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598646369, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977784, "authorName": "taruffi57", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/taruffi57/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "MEB: ...and 2 dual engined CRXs.\r\nHonda built one and gave it to their motocross champion Ricky Johnson.\r\nRacing Beat built the other one for Car & Driver magazine - with 2 - 1831cc Accord engines and 2 automatics. 147 mph. I've owned it for 24 yrs. Non-running but easily resurrected. It is for sale.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1598646485, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977841, "authorName": "taruffi57", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/taruffi57/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "MAGNETO: Who cares? Some cars are made for a single purpose. Driving for the fun of it.", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1598646675, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977883, "authorName": "hobbsm3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hobbsm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, amazing build. The R5 would be a proud papa!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598646873, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977921, "authorName": "taruffi57", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/taruffi57/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "PS: I also had an R5 Turbo II Renault. Wicked.....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598647005, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977974, "authorName": "hondaddict", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hondaddict/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well, that escalated quickly.....", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598647158, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4977997, "authorName": "FleetFilter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fleetfilter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Storage space?? We\u2019re complaining about a lack of storage space?? Someone is missing the point...", "likes": 24, "timestamp": 1598647265, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978010, "authorName": "JDSKULL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdskull/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like a damn solid build! Here is your chance to own your very own Monster!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598647336, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978097, "authorName": "L8BR8K", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/l8br8k/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow.\r\n\r\nThat is all.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598647671, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978237, "authorName": "racedeck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/racedeck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "looks like we are going to have \" the most expensive Civic' hatchback ever sold here on BAT :)", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598648338, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978357, "authorName": "smithenhiven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smithenhiven/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ad says it was built between 87-92, yet has a modern CL-s engine which debuted in 2001 I believe. Did the build start out with a C25/27 from an 80s Acura legend?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598648977, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978387, "authorName": "MiniDave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minidave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "All Magneto is saying is if you want to take someone and go out of town, this car won't work unless you put a car topper on it or pull a trailer behind it.....that's all. \n\nThat doesn't mean it's not a fun car to drive.....\n\nI didn't see anywhere to put soft sided bags either....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598649178, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978399, "authorName": "Keith_at_Flyin_Miata", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/keith_at_flyin_miata/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@taruffi57 hey, hang on! Super Synchronicity is for sale?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598649236, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978633, "authorName": "meb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@smithenhiven Make time to watch the video. The original builder and the current owner(?) have a discussion about the engine change.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1598650455, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978683, "authorName": "theotherguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theotherguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I first saw this Honda 20 something years ago in the TRF parking lot at Bangor, I actually talked about this very same car last week to a younger honda enthusiast. It's been the benchmark of all japanese engine swaps for me ever since. The owner was a very patient guy and showed it to me on a few occasions and I appreciated that car and what went into it. A lot of others at that time had no idea what that car was about but I thought of it as a piece of art. I'll never forget it.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598650689, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978684, "authorName": "surfdog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/surfdog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m gonna go out on a limb and guess no A/C. Very cool car even without it. he he he", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598650697, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978678, "authorName": "Johniwanna", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johniwanna/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was pleased to work with Eric and Andy on the Along For The Ride video we did for Forza. I can attest to the quality of this build in all regards. This is so exciting to see. Whoever gets this car is going to be very pleased.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598650708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978777, "authorName": "Eric_B", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eric_b/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A Japanese R5 turbo - I dig it.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1598651874, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978811, "authorName": "AutoObssessed", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autoobssessed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ditto on the r5 turbo comment. Thought the same thing when I saw it. Love it!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598652578, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978846, "authorName": "taruffi57", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/taruffi57/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Keith_at_flyin_miata: Better known as CRX2 ... with a raised 2, as in \"square\".\r\nThe car is a riot to drive. Quirk: The speedo needle hits the odo reset pushbutton shaft at 122, and can go no further. But the car is still pulling hard.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1598653282, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978929, "authorName": "VorpalWrench", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vorpalwrench/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Epic.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598654777, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978945, "authorName": "taruffi57", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/taruffi57/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wonder what it's 0 - 60 and qtr. mile time and speed is. Also top speed and weight. Would be nice to compare to my CRX2.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598655268, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978974, "authorName": "ShaneMorris", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shanemorris/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is one of those that I am genuinely curious where the bid goes.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598656101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4978986, "authorName": "MiketheBarbarian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikethebarbarian/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! No worries about luggage space, this car has better uses than road trips with a bud!\r\n\r\n But count me in with the guys who think this should still have the front engine/drive setup, for AWD! \r\n\r\n@EricWS , GLWTA!!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1598656352, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979119, "authorName": "thiagoteichmann", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thiagoteichmann/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You can really believe I someone says the car could be a prototype for a FIA Rally Group B car. because it resembles like a Renault 5 Turbo or a Peugeot 205 T16 from that era. \r\nIncredible build! GLTWA!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1598658948, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979437, "authorName": "RCMike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rcmike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Magneto Simple solution. Lose the spare tire, the tool box, and the battery, put a mini Braille race battery in the back, and finish the front. You now have storage for a weekend bag.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598665609, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979440, "authorName": "RobLuch", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robluch/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sooo 100K civic ?", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598665744, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979482, "authorName": "davism37", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davism37/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow... no words here. Has to be one of the most cool and unique builds I've ever seen.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598666832, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979526, "authorName": "rx7addict", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7addict/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, really cool work here.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598667720, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979536, "authorName": "bigboysurf", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigboysurf/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just sliding that sucker around the hairpin is all the video I need.\r\nPretty slick build.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598667927, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979555, "authorName": "fiatman71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fiatman71/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Headlights are totally out of place.... otherwise super cool build.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598668276, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979596, "authorName": "zombieite", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zombieite/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "1. Purchase car\r\n2. WIN RADWOOD", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1598669505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979652, "authorName": "zombieite", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zombieite/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a radwoodie for this car", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598670595, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979676, "authorName": "C.G", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c.g/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have had the pleasure of flogging a Shogun and I thought it was the coolest car of this type. This one may have just dethroned it in my mind.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598671400, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979685, "authorName": "Stanimal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stanimal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Japanese R5 Turbo ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598671756, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979683, "authorName": "alfa02", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfa02/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If I may, I can add a little to this one of a kind Civic. I've known Andy (Builder) for 40years, and it was never a question if he could built it, \"Just when it would be built\". I'm not talking about just his Civic, but anything that popped in to his head, that would be \"FUN\" to build, and even more fun to DRIVE. The cars he's built over the years are all truly one of a kinds. Not to give anything away, but the one coming up, is another that will blow you away LOL. Back in the days when this was built, all the rage were the (Killer B Cars) we were lucky enough to see them in anger, Dec 85 Olympus ( Last race they ever ran) here in PNW, I believe Andy was with us that weekend, Andy may be able to fill us in, if the idea came up that way, or the R5 Turbo Who ever ended up with this car, please keep using it as intended, it would be a shame for it to be static piece. Cheers & GLWTA.", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1598671860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979784, "authorName": "Mrchrisdixon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrchrisdixon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is the coolest car I have ever seen here. I think those seats are from a Nissan 300zx from the 90s.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598675855, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979869, "authorName": "diadobro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diadobro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm happy to make the 9 hour round trip if anyone needs someone to, uh, check this thing out in person. Test drive? Inspect? Hell, I just wanna see it in the metal.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598681010, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979906, "authorName": "Athos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athos/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "First thing that came to my mind was not the R5 but SHOgun. https://grassrootsmotorsports.com/articles/sho-time-original-festiva-shogun/", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598684014, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979913, "authorName": "Bradley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradley/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now this is f**king cool.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598684922, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4979995, "authorName": "RoyBoy61", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/royboy61/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have been selling new Honda's for a quarter of a century and never knew about this car? I remember the Renault R5 Rally cars and can't believe someone actually built this Civic. I freakin' love it and am actually trying to make up excuses not to jump in the auction. I actually drive a 2007 Acura Type-S (from new) with 117K and currently have the 2021 TLX Type-S to finally replace it \"on order\" but this car is really cool as @Bradley just stated. Damn", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598701361, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980012, "authorName": "Kie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Me when this auction started: Wicked cool! It\u2019s even in my home state. I\u2019ll win it and sell my pristine original techno violet 99 M3 here on BaT later to cover the cost. Might even end up with $$$ in my pocket when it\u2019s all said and done. \r\n\r\nMe now: HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA !", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1598702258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980045, "authorName": "JeffreyC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeffreyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SCCA Solo H Street? :-)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598704029, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980046, "authorName": "PsyB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/psyb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hopefully whoever buys this amazing machine puts some period correct headlights back in.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598704051, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980086, "authorName": "mrjirey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrjirey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Super cool", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598704914, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980147, "authorName": "NitrousTuner1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nitroustuner1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow talk about taking me back! Love the Enki's... You never see the salad shooters!\r\nThis car with a updated stereo, some led lighting, sticky tires, & 125 wet plate would be a Blast. And it would hurt alot of feelings in the SCCA scene...\r\nSome very Serious fab & engineering time went into this car. \r\nGood luck with the sell & I hope the winner drives it & enjoys it! \r\n\ud83d\udc4d\ud83c\udffd\ud83d\udc4d\ud83c\udffd", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598706053, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980159, "authorName": "pbtakacs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pbtakacs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best thing to ever come out of Bremerton.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598706337, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980180, "authorName": "BrewerModels", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brewermodels/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, I've seen a lot of mid-engine Honda conversions over the years of various chassis/engine combinations but nothing comes close to the quality of this build - and it's from 30 years ago! Absolutely unbelievable, kudos to the original builder's ingenuity and the current owner for updating to the J32/6spd", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1598706903, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980183, "authorName": "396ratz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/396ratz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Such a cool car. It\u2019s going to be interesting what this goes for. I\u2019m a big Honda Fan. I would love to have it in my Garage. I think it\u2019s going to be out of my range. Already Envious if it\u2019s future owner.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598706983, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980176, "authorName": "EricWS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericws/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@meb , you mentioned Jay Leno. It would be my proudest moment if he even commented on the car!\n\n@MRF77 @fiatman71 , I would be glad to swap the Morimotos out for the Hellas that are on my shelf, but that is a decision for the auction winner. I think the Hellas put out more usable light in my opinion anyway, but the car is a toy to me so I had to try!\n\nFor @MiniDave and all of you concerned about luggage space, 2 carry-ons fit on the space behind the engine and lawn chairs fit behind the seats. There is plenty of leg room in the car!\n\n@smithenhiven , yes, this was originally fitted with a C-series.\n\n@surfdog , I have been collecting the factory A/C components to fit it with A/C.\n\nThanks @Johniwanna !\n\n@taruffi57 , I wouldn't know. I drive this car for pleasure, never raced it. Canyon carving, that sort of thing. It gets the **** out of the way, that I can tell you! It is a driver, not a trailer queen. One mitsake of mine was that I put in a 120 speedo instead of a 160.\n\n@alfa02 , I got to see Andys current build. I love it! I had one years ago, though quite plainly nothing like what Andy is doing!\n\n@diadobro and anyone else, you are welcome to come check it out, but NOBODY is driving it except the auction winner! My own sons only got to drive it once, with me in the car! Over-protective, yeah...\n\n@RoyBoy61 , there are no excuses, you only live once!\n\nThanks all!", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1598707044, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980188, "authorName": "Cosmictrucker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cosmictrucker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is so Bad ASSS!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598707062, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980196, "authorName": "EricWS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericws/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@396ratz , c'mon in, the waters fine!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1598707125, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980310, "authorName": "Drivewaymonuments", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drivewaymonuments/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It\u2019s nice to see a Honda that wasn\u2019t modified the usual way: tires to narrow for the rims, wheels set to extreme negative camber, goofy attached by sheet metal screws wings. This car is beautifully done and lovingly non-riced", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598709375, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980311, "authorName": "Mustang15", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mustang15/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An R5 Turbo shtupped an NSX.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1598709392, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980324, "authorName": "JTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jtw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wonder if it's fast.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598709648, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980325, "authorName": "edsnova", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/edsnova/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is an achievement. Brilliantly done.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598709651, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980333, "authorName": "DonS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very well done. Wowsa. The only thing I would do to it is paint is a wilder color to match its performance. 1984 Honda offered Rio Red - a bright red with lots of orange.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598709825, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980384, "authorName": "GTRene", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtrene/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "wow, what a lovely build, looks like factory made.\r\nreminds me of the R5 Turbo 1 and 2 and the Peugeot 205 T16, although that last one used 4wd.\r\n\r\nanyhow, never seen this wide body Civic, love it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598710565, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980386, "authorName": "DBAOne", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dbaone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To say this is cool is an understatement.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598710584, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980437, "authorName": "sodo-moto", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sodo-moto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is simply fantastic and kudos on the video with Andy Barcheck. Best wishes to seller and buyer - hope it'll stay in the greater Seattle area.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598711527, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980462, "authorName": "67ls1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/67ls1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the shift pattern standard?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598711978, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980478, "authorName": "RogueDobie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roguedobie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love this thing", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598712380, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980514, "authorName": "mrbill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrbill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "very , very cool!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598713114, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980556, "authorName": "snafuracer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/snafuracer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I want a dollar for every time that someone has called this car COOL! I would be wealthy enough to afford it!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598713806, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980583, "authorName": "BCranes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bcranes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Me....born in Seattle. Bought a 1984 civic hatch new. NSX in 1995. Kimini in 2012. Currently riding out Covid in Coeur D'Alene. I think this one's talking to me.....", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1598714251, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980586, "authorName": "Hondura", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hondura/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Since someone mentioned Jay Leno I can add a comment from the history of the car. When I first tried to sell it my wife and I had just read Jay Leno's book \"Leading With My Chin\" and in it he said that women with a September 5th birthday kept entering his life. My wife's birthday is that date so she said what the heck and sent him a letter offering the to sell the car to him. He had just bought his Shogun I thought this car might complement his collection. Well he or probably his representative respectfully declined the offer. He could have bought it for only $6995 then...", "likes": 14, "timestamp": 1598714333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980603, "authorName": "Blofish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blofish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Insane in the membrane... I love it!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598714658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980622, "authorName": "surfdog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/surfdog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "did you finish collecting all the A/C parts to install it? and do they come with the sale?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598714992, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980739, "authorName": "S2000bird", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/s2000bird/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had one of these, and dreamed of doing the same modifications!! Beautiful, I bet it\u2019s a blast to drive!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598716909, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980745, "authorName": "EricWS (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericws/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@surfdog , I have collected the pieces that go in the dash, heater/evaporator box, switches, etc., and yes, that and lots of extra parts go with.\n\n@BCranes , I love the Kimini, got the book! Is it in CDA?\n\n@67ls1 , yes, the shift pattern is as it should be", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598717095, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980829, "authorName": "TheKernel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thekernel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am also curious as to where the fuel filler is hidden\r\nI'm very impressed with the fabrication skill that went into this", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598718816, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980840, "authorName": "meb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@EricWS and @BCranes glad to see I\u2019m not the only BaTer who is aware of Kimini. As a Mini fanatic I followed that build for years and wondered where it ended up. @BCranes if you ever decide to get rid of Kimini I may be interested.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598719170, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980855, "authorName": "TheKernel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thekernel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Never mind....\r\nI see that it's in the center of the spare wheel.\r\nStealthy...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598719227, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980893, "authorName": "adc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The knowledge, skill and passion that went into this, and the way it turned out... Incredible. GLWTA.", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1598719963, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4980954, "authorName": "BigPimping", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigpimping/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would prefer an lntegera Type R.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598721280, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981072, "authorName": "madvillain", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/madvillain/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "*crying intensifies*", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598724122, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981100, "authorName": "Keith_at_Flyin_Miata", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/keith_at_flyin_miata/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@taruffi57, I would like to chat about your CRX. Please drop me a line at Keith at flyinmiata dot com. Thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598724831, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981180, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Awesome Piece of Engineering!!! Enormous respect for Builder Andy Barcheck. He did not miss a single detail with this Honda. The engine room looks like it came from the factory. Custom suspension to make this rocket handle like it should. Brakes that will stop it. The rear flares are a work of art. He did it right the first time. But then, our current owner decides to add more power. Perfect!! We are blessed to have this Hot Hatch here on BaT. It is One of One. Who knows what it is truly worth. Next Friday will be fun to watch. Fantastic Civic!", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1598726801, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981210, "authorName": "BCranes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bcranes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@meb and @EricWS I feel a 3 way deal brewing! Kimini resides in Texas, planned to trailer her up in a year or 2, once my CDA \"barn\" is completed. Rebuilt H22 with higher compression, 270 crank hp now.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598727926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981392, "authorName": "nonemoreduck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nonemoreduck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Glorious.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598733837, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981423, "authorName": "ATXGuy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/atxguy/", "bidAmount": 35250, "content": "$35,250 bid placed by ATXGuy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598734866, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4981493, "authorName": "JG333SP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jg333sp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow this is a lot of work-but R5 Turbos are getting....yup. Super cool, plenty of Gandini in those back flares", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598737428, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981618, "authorName": "HeyBil", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heybil/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely my favorite BAT car so far. It's so well done. Looks factory.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1598742837, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981646, "authorName": "FJO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fjo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Outstanding!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598744140, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981671, "authorName": "johnbarlow", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnbarlow/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "B A D A S S (and local!)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598745200, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981816, "authorName": "emz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/emz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I grew up seeing this car at local shows; it ruined me early when it came to dreaming up what could be done to a car. I\u2019ve told many people about it over the years, and I\u2019m relieved to see it on BAT, as proof that I didn\u2019t make it up!", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1598751705, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4981968, "authorName": "clinty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clinty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One of my ultimate dream car is the Renault 5 turbo.\n\nThis is a much better car to actually own.\n\nThis has to make it on Jay Leno\u2019s so we can all enjoy it a bit more... please!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598759348, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982001, "authorName": "mjmelo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjmelo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ Honda. Take detailed design notes for your next civic type r. No wing required. \r\nAmazing build and hope the next caretaker shows the same love.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598761371, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982009, "authorName": "PDXBryan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pdxbryan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@alfa02\r\nGroup B continued in 1986. Did you mean last Group B race in the USA?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598761902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982069, "authorName": "mr_smee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr_smee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Speechless, so much perfect here. This one occupies a weird middle ground where there are some that will bemoan a classic Civic being carved up and others who will applaud the virtuoso result.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1598768300, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982073, "authorName": "Super7Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/super7driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Awesome car. @meb, @EricWS, @BCranes, I've got both of Kurt's books, and although Kimini was built by the time I was reading his blog, I saw almost all of Midlana's contruction ove the years. Nice to know there are other fans out there.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598769305, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982097, "authorName": "leonf", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leonf/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "gee,,,,,,,the folks here in the BAT community are goin a bit gaga over this mid engined one-off (justifiably) Honda. Imagine what's going to happen when the 25 year importation rule kicks in and you USA guys will be able to get your hands on the 2001-2004 Renault Clio v6's......?? But one now folks and store it in Europe. The prices will only go one way, and trust me (I own one), your reward will be worth it when you get to drive it in anger.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598775116, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982164, "authorName": "meb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@leonf ...but the Clio V6\u2019s aren\u2019t currently selling for peanuts. So invest a ton of money and leave it in Europe for at least 5 years. If I had that kind of money I\u2019d rather buy an R5 Turbo that I could enjoy right now.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1598790261, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982196, "authorName": "52brezelfenster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/52brezelfenster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@emz, that's pretty awesome that you remember it from back when. What's the first CD you'd put in that Pioneer deck? Something from Sir Mix a lot came to mind when I saw the WA license plate. Maybe Swass or Mack Daddy?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598791764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982239, "authorName": "FlyingVentana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flyingventana/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've known about it for a few years, this is absolutely incredible that it comes for sale now. I have absolutely no idea how much it'll reach, but holy hell if I had the means to bid on it I truly would.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1598793251, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982322, "authorName": "DALAMT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dalamt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Attention Chrysler and ricers, THIS is how you do a \u201cwide body kit.\u201d", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1598796654, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982365, "authorName": "bam", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bam/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is way out of my league, but I\u2019d keep the current headlights if it were mine.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1598798305, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982687, "authorName": "alfa02", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfa02/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@PDXBryan Yes it was 1986. Excuse me, that was a Lonnnng...... time ago. And the memory not what it used to be. A lot of pace notes have been read to me since then. A couple of cool memories I do remember, we thought we were fast though these one lane dirt logging roads at night, till you seen (Kankken, Markka Alen, and of course the \"Stig\") run them :) I watched \"Stig' pull the front wheels off the grounds at the start of a stage, with the \"Batmoblie\" (Audi). We'll never see those kind of cars again (A shame). Cheers Tom.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598810824, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982708, "authorName": "alfa02", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfa02/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I forgot to add, Yes last race for the Killer B cars (Anywhere) was Olympus 1986. Group A cars did run here in 87-88, but just not the same.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598811460, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982795, "authorName": "PDXBryan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pdxbryan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@alfa02\r\nGawd, I wish I could have been there to see that event! What kind of car were you rallying? \r\nI was on the road in a big band tour bus from \u201887\u2013\u201890. One time, I think it was 1988, we toured the PacNW and I remember passing by the starting point of one of the Olympus Rally stages. Oh man, did I ever want to jump off the bus and stay! I don\u2019t think my band mates would have been too happy about that, though ;^)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1598814913, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982806, "authorName": "CFD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I want to point out a subtle piece of perfection with the design aspects of this conversion. I get frustrated when I see people customize a car with wheels or a custom interior feature that looks great in isolation, but doesn't work with the aesthetic of the entire package.\r\n\r\nPlease look at the wheel choice for this car. Can you see how the silver of the wheels matches the silver in the car in the lower cladding, and the darker accents on the wheel match the darker (black) accents of the car. And this is done with a simple wheel design that works in conjunction with the entire package, rather than having the wheels scream out, \"hey dummy, stop looking at the car and look at me.\"\r\n\r\nIt is subtle design cues like this that make cars pleasing to the eye without making the observer realize what they like in particular. Great job. I hope this car brings a price that it deserves...", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1598815607, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982839, "authorName": "alfa02", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfa02/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@PDXBryan I ran a Black (Dumb color for a Rallye car) Mazda RX-3 (lighter weight) back then. Bridge-ported 13B (220HP ?) Plenty fast enough for me. It was all about your navigator, and I had a great one (The \"No Fear\" shirts I'm sure came about because of him :0 ) the only time he was worried was when the car got really quiet, that meant it was OFF THE GROUND !! LOL. All in good fun.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1598817417, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4982853, "authorName": "alfa02", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfa02/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "