Honda Civic Hatchback (1995 - 2001) 1.8i VTi 5d (1999/V) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

the average joe-public wouldn't even know the difference between the vti and standard civic- lovely understated ride (unlike the newer type r's with the hideous badge) those who know- fall in 2 camps- those who have owned a vtec- will always love it- those who never owned one will hate on it

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

loved the deceptive speed

Would you buy this car again and why?

yes, the (2010) civic type r-gt is the sexiest hot hatch around

What are you likely to buy next?

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

January 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

legendary Japanese reliability

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

for a FF car, the handling is great- the clutch took a while to get used to- but everything has a good feeling. the interior looks hideous however (standard for most jap cars) the car is a great car to thrash around, awesome fun... always leaves a smile on your face

What's it like to park?

average

Have you had any problems with the car?

nothing ever went wrong

What's most practical about your car?

best petrol engine ever made

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

when the VTEC kicked in yo'