Honda Civic Hatchback 1.8i VTi 5d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lot of kit and performance for the money.
Costs
Nothing goes wrong, but when it does, watch out!! See reliability.
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On the road
Driving
Needs to be driven hard to really enjoy. It's a hoot.
Performance
For a 1.8, it's very, very quick and that V-Tec roar? Great.
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Living with it
Reliability
2 sets of rear bearings in 2 years, £684.00 fitted - scary.
Image
Understated. A grown man's car, just how it should be, but the image suddenly grows when these boy racers try to blow you away, they all want one.
Comfort
Lots of road and engine noise, but the cabin is neat and the seats are superb.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser works, but should have an alarm as standard. Locks are easily overcome and seize up very easily.
Service
I bought from a Honda dealer. They didn't really want to know once they had the money and went bust shorly after I bought - not surprising!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None. Fantastic.
Other
Rear wheel bearings been a major disappointment.
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