Pros:
1 quick
2 very agile
3 reliable
4 resale is sky high - when you goto sell it (note #1 below) it will be worth some
5 realitivly good on gas

cons:
1 stolen ALOT
2 insurance is crazy
3 resale it sky high- used price is outrageous
4 runs only on 91
5 0-60 and 60 ft leave some to be desired.
6 loss of creature comforts

IMHO i think you shouldnt buy a type-r if your dad is involved in any way. you obviously are still dependent on him and most likely you don't need such a high risk car.

if you want a type-r go ahead, but be fore-warned that it is considered the most high risk car to be stolen in the US today. that and the given sticker price on a used type-r suggest that you should get a car such as a hyundai tiburon which comes with a large waranty, fun to drive, and theieves overlook