1990 Honda Civic Si review from North America
"It's a tank, but comfier"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water pump failed.
Starter failed.
Alternator failed.
Exhaust system has fallen apart on two separate occasions.
A few random electrical problems, especially during wet weather.
General comments?
Have driven the living heck out of this car, including two cross country trips (one towing a U-Haul after getting the hitch welded onto the back) and it's always inspired confidence.
With 173k miles it's not nearly as peppy as it once was, but I guess that's to be expected.
Still on the original clutch, if you can believe *that*. Of course I don't drive like a maniac. :)
I'll forever be faithful to Honda after experiencing this car's rock-solid nature for the past 10 years in jungle-like humidity (St. Louis), brutal winters (Toledo) and arid, sweltering desert (Tucson).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6L Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 39000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 173000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 15th October, 2001 |