1998 Honda Civic SE 5dr review from UK and Ireland
"This car has done exactly what I wanted it to do"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I've had several bulbs, but I do run with the lights on a lot. The rear suspension bushes were replaced 4 years ago. It's had an exhaust system and the air conditioning needs a little gas.
General comments?
This car has exceeded my expectations for reliablity. Miles and miles more durable than the MKII Golf it replaced. It's only burnt 400ml of oil in four years and nearly 50k miles of at times hard driving.
It is slower than I would have liked, but you don't buy a 1.4 litre 89hp car for the thrills. Looking back I should have bought the 1.6. Having said that, it keeps up with the flow in lane 3 on our motorway network.
It has no rust, the original battery, still shines after a wash, always starts and everything and I mean every thing still works.
The dealers are great, expensive, but there is no problems booking the car in, the work is always done properly, the car comes home clean, and nice shiney loan cars are avaliable. nice.
I will definately buy another Honda, but hopefully she will serve me for another year or 5! Type S or an 06 model 1.8 next please!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 29000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 76000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Golf |
| Date of Entry | 2nd December, 2006 |