Honda HR-V (1999 - 2005) 1.6 4WD 3d Auto (1999/T) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Practical, trendy and likes value and reliability.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think it looks fantastic and all think the Honda name is great for reliability.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes because it's practical and reliable.
What are you likely to buy next?
Mercedes SL320.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,300
When did you buy the car?
October 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes I got a discount on the marked price as as travelled a long distance to purchase it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Reliable small funky looking 4x4 with auto and great value.
What was the dealer like?
Extremely helpful and friendly. Got the car a fully mot before we arrived, picked us up from the station, made us coffee, gave us a thorough test drive, let us use computer to finalise insurance and completed all paperwork efficiently. Car House Wolverhampton-highly recommended.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very smooth and light, CVT not like a normal auto but ok when used to it, a little underpowered on hills but overall great to drive. High sitting position good but no seat height adjustment.
What's it like to park?
Pretty easy and visibility good.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Gearbox oil needed topping up by Honda (common on Honda CVT auto), headlight bulb replaced, foot pedal came loose.
What's most practical about your car?
The loading space.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
4x4 and automatic.
