1993 Honda Civic VTi review from UK and Ireland
"Screaming, satisfying hot-hatch"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Distributor seized as a result of a melted rotor arm!
Rear brake calipers seized as a result of a failed ABS modulator.
General comments?
You won't find a better hot hatch from the early 90's if you ask me. The screaming VTEC is one of the most satisfying noises a driver can hear and what more could you ask for than a rev limiter at 8500rpm!?
The car does lack low-end torque when pulling away, but from then on the engine won't stop pulling all the way to 130mph+ if you keep it above 5700rpm.
I find the suspension a little soft on corners, but I expect it's just getting a bit old.
Other than that I couldn't be happier, and I don't mind spending the money on it as it's a very rewarding drive.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6i DOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 84000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 99000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Corsa |
| Date of Entry | 18th November, 2002 |