1995 Honda Civic DX review from North America
"Poor quality at a high price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Well first the trailing arm went and had to be replaced, very costly at $635.00 installed and realigned.
It wore out tires like crazy!
Also I changed the brake rotors about 3 times and they still warped within days of installation.
Exhaust system rusted out at 68000 miles, no other car I have had has rusted out that quick.
General comments?
Never a problem with the engine or gearbox. The car handled well, rode well, but did not have much power even with the 5 speed.
Seats were very hard and uncomfortable, especially on long trips. Interior was small and cramped, but well laid out, gauges were easy to read and there was easy access to the heater and radio.
Overall I was very disapointed with Honda quality, from the moment I bought the car every pot hole and rough street I came across seemed to do some sort of damage to the little car. Also good quality tires did not last more than a couple thousand miles till they were balding, and the brakes constantly vibrated.
I sold the car with about 72000 miles and there was already rust starting on the deck lid. I do not recommend the 95 Honda Civic.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 65000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 72000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Reliant |
| Date of Entry | 14th August, 2001 |