Honda Civic Hatchback 1.5i LS 3d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Very good spec, but why did I have to fit climate control and power retract mirrors? Honda should have done this...
Costs
Honda parts are expensive, but Mitsubishi are far worse.
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On the road
Driving
Good, but better now I have fitted VTi steering rack.
Performance
Does everything I want it to do. Very quick for a 1.5.
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Living with it
Reliability
It's a Honda that is made in Japan, enough said.
Image
Becoming a bit wide boyish because of the various customised ones driving abou; a shame really.
Comfort
Great. Just a pity the whole seat doesn't move up and down... yet.
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Security and Service
Security
Poor. Fit something, especially as they are now becoming more popular with the custom crew.
Service
Honda parts service and customer care are superb. I have the workshop manuals so do all the work myself. Honda have the manuals on the UK website for some models, but you can buy them from Honda. I use Francis Honda in Leicester, who have a brilliant team.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Changing the cam belt needs a special tool, which you can get from Honda. If your car has non-Honda history, get proof that this has been done. It's not possible without the tool, so beware.
Other
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