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Honda Civic Hatchback (2012 - 2017) 1.6 i-DTEC SE Plus-T 5d (2014/14) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'm a little different.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
So many people come to look at it I feel I bought a space ship! Mine is Passion Red Pearl finish and when the sun is out it absolutely glistens.
Would you buy this car again and why?
So far yes 'cause I love it. It's my first diesel after 25 years and the low down power has me converted. It's also very quiet.
What are you likely to buy next?
Who knows what will be on offer when I trade this in - a real space craft?!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£20,000
When did you buy the car?
July 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
I think so, very good trade in allowance & mats & proper breakdown kit (deal breaker) plus all those points on a loyalty card!
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Had an 8th Gen 1.8 SES for 8 years and never had a problem, dealer gave me a v.good trade in allowance.
What was the dealer like?
Excellent, not pushy, kept options open on a number of models until the last minute & kept us informed every step of the way. Also rang after first week to enquire how things are.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Steering is light but I can always tell what's happening, very good grip in bends with very little (almost none) under-steer. Handles bumps and uneven roads very well.
What's it like to park?
With all the aids and big mirrors it's a doddle. The rear glass has been changed from the 8th gen civic so rear view is excellent and a lot better than most cars.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Too soon but I wouldn't expect any.
What's most practical about your car?
Adjustable rear seats, huge boot, i-DTec engine pulls like a bulldozer and sips fuel.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Parking sensors, reversing camera, folding mirrors, all the media connections, bluetooth hands free - but most of all the engine.
