Honda Civic Coupe (1996 - 2001) 1.6i LS 2d (1996/P) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

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

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes: reliable and nice to drive.

What are you likely to buy next?

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£6,500

When did you buy the car?

April 2000

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes: about 2000 pounds cheaper than typical franchised dealer price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Good condition Honda at a reasonable price.

What was the dealer like?

Good: polite, helpful and immediately offered a generous trade-in price.

What's it like to drive?

Good: reasonably fast and smooth to drive.

What's it like to park?

OK. Civic coupe is longer than the Civic 3-door hatchback and is same length as a 1990s BMW 3 Series so it's not all that small, though.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No. Totally reliable as you might expect from a Honda.

What's most practical about your car?

Large boot. Steering and gearchange v. light.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Nothing in particular but car was well-specified for age and price inc. electric windows, mirrors and sunroof.