Personally i think its an amazing car, its sharp and sleek looking and the FD2 body style is the best out of the new Honda Civic Type-R models, but ist Japan market only. The FD2 ( U.S. market ) puts out 212hp with the most popular new honda engine in the U.S. market, the K20Z4 and it red lines at 7,800 rpm. The drive system is a close fit 6-speed gear box, and helical limited slip differential is fitted as standard, and is the best performing Honda transmission yet. It has 12.6" four piston Brembo callipers. The wheel/tire size is 225/40 R18 Bridgestone Potenza RE070. Its mor rigid than the DC-5 Integra Type-R and has independant rear suspension rather than a torsion beam, aluminum is used on the suspension and is bonded with adheasive rather than welded for a lighter frame. If you can get a Honda Civic Type-R that would be a wise choice, it is the best new Honda and yes its a beautiful car.