Usual wear and tear items. Warranty claims were made on the airconditioning system and there were build quality issues (the car was assembled in Malaysia, not Japan).
Reasonably nippy and economical.
It is by and large a reliable car.
Handles and steers well, but mediocre ride quality.
5 speed manual gearbox is a joy to use.
Average refinement.
Beautifully designed exterior and interior. I think it is still the most beautiful Civic in the Civic's illustrious history.
Spacious.
I agree with this writer. This Civic was and still continues to be one of the most beautiful shapes in the entire Civic family. Sure, the new one (2006 model) that's just out looks stunning. But you know, the previous two Civics just didn't have the kind of jaw-dropping effect compared to this 1992 model and the new 2006 release.
It's a real silent runner. Mine's metallic grey and the original paint today is still in very, very good condition; still glossy, still shines, still in showroom condition. The seat fabric has aged well without much wear and tear. And the drive is very well-mannered. No sudden gear change jerks, always a continuously smooth drive right up to 4,000rpms.
And you know what, here in Malaysia the price of a second hand 1992 Civic is almost at par with a 1992 Mercedes W124 model!
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