1997 Honda Civic VTi review from Australia and New Zealand
"Value for money for beginners and intermediate class"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing much, the only thing I founnd with this Honda, it's built just right and it cannot handle hard driving condition.
I put 17" wheels, lowered and changed the suspension. I took the car for a serious fast ride. Few months after that it started to produce noise around the rear area of the car.
Other thing that the parts are quite expensive, for comparison to the local made car, just the fuel filter cost me more than 60 dollars where a Holden one cost less than 30 dollars.
I guess it's the way OZ Government protects the local car market by charging more tax for imported parts.
I would say, Honda Civic is really a cool small car for beginners to intermediate level only.
General comments?
On the other hand, this particular model is really good on fuel consumption. On average, I use 35 litres for 420-440 KM.
Good re-sale value, good looking car and built for comfort not for toughness.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 62000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 20th January, 2002 |