The 2005 Acura RSX Type S: Not Your Average Lunchbox on Wheels
This cool Japanese high-Ah, the 2005 Acura RSX Type S. A car with a name that sounds like a fancy robot vacuum cleaner, but with a heart that thrummed with the furious energy of a caffeinated hummingbird. Buckle up, gearheads (and curious car enthusiasts!), because we're diving headfirst into the story of this unsung hero of the early 2000s sports compact scene.Integra's Lil' Bro with an Attitude
The RSX Type S wasn't born in a vacuum. It was the heir apparent to the legendary Acura Integra, a car that carved its name in the hearts of driving purists. But the Integra, like all good things, had to come to an end. Enter the RSX in 2002, a sportier, more upscale version of the Honda Civic. It was a decent car, but it lacked the Integra's raw, unadulterated oomph.
Then came 2005. Acura, with a mischievous glint in their eye, unleashed the Type S variant. This wasn't your average grocery-getter RSX. This was a wolf in sheep's clothing, a sleeper with a secret weapon under the hood.
The K20A2: A Screaming Beanstaltalk
Let's talk about that secret weapon: the K20A2 engine. This 2.0-liter masterpiece was a technological marvel, packing a VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) system that unleashed its inner beast at higher RPMs. Imagine a docile housecat morphing into a fire-breathing tiger at the tap of a button – that's the K20A2 in a nutshell.
The results? 210 horsepower, a number that might not impress muscle car enthusiasts, but in the lightweight RSX Type S, it was pure magic. This little car danced through corners like a ballerina on Red Bull, begging to be pushed to its limits.
Not Just About Power (But Mostly About Power)
Of course, the RSX Type S isn't just about the engine. Acura sprinkled their engineered pixie dust on the suspension, making it stiffer and more responsive. The steering sharpened up, giving you a direct line of communication with the front wheels. It was a car that talked back, that rewarded precise inputs with exhilarating feedback.
The interior wasn't exactly a luxury palace, but it had that perfect balance of sportiness and comfort. The bolstered bucket seats held you firmly in place during spirited driving, while the aluminum pedals screamed "performance" every time you looked down.
A Diamond in the Rough
Sadly, the RSX Type S' reign was short-lived. Acura discontinued the RSX altogether in 2006, leaving a void in the hearts of driving enthusiasts. But that's what makes the 2005 model year so special. It was the pinnacle of the RSX Type S experience, a perfectly tuned machine that offered thrills without breaking the bank.
Finding Your Own RSX Type S Unicorn
Today, these cars are considered modern classics. Finding a well-maintained 2005 RSX Type S is like finding a unicorn – rare, but oh-so-worth-the-hunt. If you ever come across one, don't hesitate. Take it for a spin, feel the VTEC kick in, and rediscover the joy of a car that wasn't burdened by unnecessary bells and whistles, but focused on pure, unadulterated driving pleasure. The 2005 Acura RSX Type S: a lunchbox on wheels, yes, but a lunchbox that could put a supercar to shame on a twisty backroad.
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Looking to sell my rsx type s. I really have no time to drive it because of work and I have a lot of bills to pay. So I need it gone best offer takes it no low ballers please car is clean and super reliable.
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2005 Acura RSX Type-S
Salvage title *see carfax*no frame damage*no airbags deployed*
6 speed no grinds or pop outs
125k original miles
Clean black leather interior
Clean exterior nice VBP paint
Tein street basis full suspension
Real work cr "kai" kiwamis wheels
Stock motor original no modifications runs super healthy, no leaks no funny noises.
New exedy clutch kit with warranty
HID headlights and foglights
Pioneer indash
Camber kit
Mugen front lip
Magnaflow muffler "nice deep tone not a fart can"
Please don't low ball. I see high mileage rsx Type s with ugly paint has body damage etc go for a lot. My car is really nice will not disappoint you!
Over all the car runs really good. Never gave me any problems. No check engine light. Passes smog. Give me a reasonable offer need it gone!! $8000 obo!
SOLD
