1989 Honda Civic DX Hatchback from North America - Comments

I've had the usual tires, brakes, exhaust systems replaced.

I've had to install 2 alternators and 2 pair of CV joints.

Also, I've replaced the timing belt and water pump on a 70,000 mile schedule.

I've put in 1 clutch and I think its about time for another one.

The front drivers seat is pretty worn, but still comfortable

Overall, this has been the most amazingly reliable, lowest cost car I've ever owned.

I intend to keep this car till it has at least 500,000 miles on it.

I'm sure I'll have to rebuild the engine at some point, but right now, it is running really well on 89 octane gas and still gets 36 mpg regularly, with higher mileage on the freeway.

The engine has never leaked any fluids, and doesn't burn any oil. I regularly run it at 80 - 90 mph and today I ran it up to a little over 100.

I once had it pegged at 114 for about 30 miles while driving through Mississippi.

There has never been any body damage and all the original installed parts still work very well.

I change the oil religiously every 3000 miles with 10w40 Quaker State.

I also have been using Michelin XGV 185/70R/13 size all weather tires and have been getting about 70,000 out of each set.

This car was ordered and delivered with manual steering, manual brakes, crank up windows, no air conditioning and I believe that is why it has been and remains so reliable.

Steven,

I was looking for information on replacing a clutch on an '89 Honda Civic LX and read your comments. I have to totally agree, except on on point. My car has all the power stuff and even so, I have have wonderful luck with this car. I bought it new in '89. My car has 176,000 miles on the original clutch which why I'm thinking I need to replace this part now. Wondering what the cost is? It doesn't burn oil, doesn't leak fluids, drives fantastic and would have no problem getting it up to 100 miles an hour (but would have a problem with the traffic ticket I would get for that speed).

At any rate, don't be so sure it's because you don't have power windows and locks. I have both and love them! Never a problem (knock on wood). This car is fantastic and my next car (if I ever replace this one) will be a Honda Civic LX just like this one!

Charlotte.