A/C broke down 3 times (all fixed under warranty), problem hasn't returned.
A sticky throttle cable was replaced at 45000 kms.
A faulty exhaust manifold cracked at 90000 kms.
Interior fan (heater) broke at 180000 kms.
Transmission (automatic) fell apart at 316000 kms (surprising for a Honda automatic from what I have heard)
This car was bought brand new. We replaced the Tercel with it because we were doing a lot of highway traveling and thought the Civic would be the better car, we were right.
A few problems under warranty were all fixed promptly (with the exception of the A/C unit). it now has over 360000kms on it and still running on original equipment. Same engine, same exhaust (not including exhaust manifold) same suspension.
It's a little underpowered, but the engine is pretty fun to wind up. The interior fit and finish is very nice quality. Exterior fit and finish were flawless till it was hit in a parking lot.
It has been a joy to own this car, I would do it all over again in a flash. For anyone that is considering a Honda, I say go for it, but you'll get addicted. When you go to a Honda dealership somewhere, despite the usual "I know you'll buy my product anyways" salespeople, you cannot dicker with the price, but you can get them to throw in some gadgets (mine got floor mats, mud flaps, nose mask).
Good Luck..
My 97 Honda Civic DX has 106000 mileage:
* A/C broke down one time
* Exhaust Manifold has a crack around 80000 miles.
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