1997 Honda Civic 5 door Vti review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch failed at 2,500 miles - slipping & smoking - replaced no probs.
Creaking from doors - after several visits found to be due to door latches - all needed removing and greasing - no further creaks.
General comments?
Engine loves to be revved - sings between 6,000 & 8,200 - a missile when kept in this rev band - average 30mpg regardless
Keep revs below 4,000 (75 top) if you want any better, still manages 28 if revved solid - brakes fade if really, really worked for approx 5 miles - tendency to understeer in fast corners - drive this car sensibly all week, your mother would love it.
Pick those revs up to 6k and the horns come out - very discreet car, it will still be in the car park when you come back for it!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 VTEC petrol |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Date of Entry | 11th October, 1998 |