Honda Civic Hatchback (2000 - 2005) 2.0i VTEC Type-S 5d (VSA+ 17 inch alloy) (2004/04) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I'm too old for a Type-R?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it a lot, and are surprised by its class and speed. 2004 model is much nicer than pre-facelift btw
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely. It's quicker than you might think, classier than you might think, carries more than you might think... you get it?
What are you likely to buy next?
As my everyday car, certainly another Honda
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
March 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was on the nose of book price for the mileage (only 33k)
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Practical, reliable, performance
What was the dealer like?
Just fine
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Excellent overtaking ability makes it very capable on single A-roads. Turn-in is sharp and hangs on with little understeer.
What's it like to park?
Straightforward once you get used to it. In reality longer than you might think, and the alloys limit the turning circle.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Perfectly reliable, and not a drop of oil used in 10k miles to date
What's most practical about your car?
It's nice and quick, it can be really economical, handles like dream and the load space is unreal - a full 4' space across the back seats
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Very nice wheels
