2005 Honda Civic VP review from North America
"This Civic is good looking, yet fragile at drivetrain, econo' car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
2005 Honda Civic VP Coupe a/t. H&R 1.25" drop springs installed since new (voided the warranty)
Passenger side front strut blew out @ 17800 miles. Inner CV boot in front passenger side tore @ 27000 miles. Both front strut bearings are popping when I turn (presently). New bearings are on order. Overall, the car looks, smells, and handles great, but it lacks HP and has chinsey suspension. I will go back to Nissan cars when I replace this Honda.
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| Honda Civic will dominate the small car market for years to come |
| Excellent All-Around Drivers Car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.7 SOHC I4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 14 miles |
| Most recent distance | 28000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda S2000 |
| Date of Entry | 7th May, 2007 |