1990 Honda Civic Si review from North America
"Extreme reliability and economy with a little powerful something under the hood"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There have been no serious problems with my 1990 Honda Civic Hatchback. In fact the only troublesome problem I have had with the car is some minor rusting. This is especially the case with the rocker panels. The previous owners had the car rust-protected and therefore, has kept this problem at bay. I also had a clicking noise in the axle that turned out to be a worn CV joint. This is common maintenance for older cars. Also having a problem with a minor water leak near the rear tail lights when it rains.
General comments?
The car is responsive (especially for a 13 yr-old car.
The gas mileage is excellent, which is great considering recent fuel price increases.
The car retains a modern look despite its age. In other-words, it fits in well with its newer counterparts.
The reliability of this Honda product has been reinforced once again.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 319000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 355000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 1st April, 2003 |