Honda Civic Hatchback 1.4i 3d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought 5 1/2 yrs old, but with 1yrs dealer warranty, with no problems and only minor scratches in paintwork, so good value in my opinion.
Costs
Standard service costs, and standard wear and tear - tyres (avg. 18000), exhaust (rear box 58000), trailing arm bushes (69000). NO major problems.
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On the road
Driving
Loves the revs. Above 4000rpm in low gear, its fast for a 1.4, but no pull in 5th at all.
Performance
One of the fastest 1.4 cars around (0-60=10.8s with 89bhp). Can get over steer if you lift off too quick cornering in the wet
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Living with it
Reliability
It is a HONDA. Heard of a guy who ran one to 230,000 miles.
Image
So So... Looks lot better lowered with DECENT alloys. See a lot with cheap alloys that look awful!
Comfort
Good for long motorway journeys, but also good on twisty back roads.
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Security and Service
Security
Has factory fit immobiliser. Never had any problems.
Service
Garage always busy but will always fit you in. Always very helpful, and very thorough with work/service on car
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Exhaust heat shield rattled, but not actually required, so was removed.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes