1997 Honda Civic 5 door review from UK and Ireland
"Too many design flaws to recommend"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Headlights steam up and need replacing. This has been done EIGHT times in three years.
Doors knock on bumps.
Wiper motor packed up and was replaced.
Doors bulge when windows are wound up.
Windows rattle if not fully up.
Huge dashboard reflection in windscreen.
General comments?
Throttle pedal has too much throw and so much of the performance cannot be achieved without having the seat uncomfortably forward.
Great suspension though.
Dealers are a pain and incompetent.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 12000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 26th November, 2000 |