Honda Civic Hatchback (2000 - 2005) 1.6i VTEC SE Executive 5d (2000/X) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Sensible. more concerned over reliability and quality than class.

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

Bit of a granny mobile!, but dont mind when i can drive 5 6ft + freinds to the footy!

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, for the reliability solely. its a bit tinny but if i had a tight bufget i would be more than happy again.

What are you likely to buy next?

Already replced the car with a new Golf and a fairly new polo for the wife. German cars slightly more solid.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,000

When did you buy the car?

October 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, as it was from the family.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Off another family member.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Fine. it feels a little tinny compared to the new golf that replaces it, but there was £22,000 difference. turning circle not great. If you push the engine it is quite nippy, and alround visability is good.

What's it like to park?

Parking senors on mine helped, but turning circle is pretty poor (honda trait). nowhere near as good as my golf or the wifes polo to manouver.

Have you had any problems with the car?

In 4 years ownership it needed a new radiator, aircon pump and rear brake calipers. other than that it has been fine. just sold it with 111,000 miles on the clock and it was still tight as a nut.

What's most practical about your car?

Interior space. loads of room, parking sensors (optional extra) reliability, and relatively good MPG for a petrol.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Parking sensors, heated seats.