1989 Honda Civic DX review from North America
"It is a great little car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I am the third owner of this car. I'm not aware of past problems or when parts were changed. The only thing I know is that the car was previously owned by a Honda mechanic.
So far, the only problem I have had with the car is the radiator. About 8 months ago it cracked right at the top where it gets bolted to hold it in place. and for 8 months now every other day I put anti-freeze in the overflow and off I go.
At 160,000 or so I had to replace the CV boot on the right front side.
I expect that as I put more miles on the car, other problems will come up, but I believe that it will just be part of maintaining the car and not real problems.
General comments?
I can drive between 300 to 350 miles on a tank of gas.
I like the way the dash has a flat area. And all the controls are easy to reach.
The car has the best air conditioning. I doesn't just cool you off, it freezes you, and that is only on the first setting.
The fabric on the seats is uncomfortable, but it is nothing that a seat cover can't fix.
There is a lot more room inside then you think. My husband who is 6 foot plus has no problems getting in my car.
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![]() ![]() | Honda has got to be kicking themselves for building such an excellent car |
![]() ![]() | Cheap, nippy, easy to drive and handle |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5L Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 140000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 164000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 16th September, 2002 |



