1986 Honda CRX review from UK and Ireland
"Pocket Rocket!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Anti roll bar linkages, both sides.117K.
New battery, replaced original at 116k.
Brake pads replaced at 116k.
Brake piston on rear replaced at 115k.
Loads of welding for MOT @ 114K. Inner and outer sills both sides completely replaced. Hole by the fuel pump- tank had to be removed and cracked the fuel line. Welding in engine bay. Total cost of welding alone £450.
RUST! Around windscreen, rear quarter window and both wheel arches.
Sunroof packed up due to excess rust around recess and the sunroof tray has corroded to nothing almost.
General comments?
Mechanically I have never owned a better built or more reliable car. The full service history I'm sure is important, but rare at this age.
The performance is superb even as standard. It will keep up with RS Turbos and anything else in it's class.
Officially recognised as a classic the mk1 CRX is just about the most fun you can have on four wheels. Sadly you just can't stop them from going rusty.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 16v DOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 107000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 118000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fiesta |
| Date of Entry | 10th May, 2002 |