Honda Civic Hatchback (1987 - 1991) GL 3d Auto (1991/H) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Practical but eccentric.

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

Wife rates it favourite family car so far (after a Fiesta, couple of Triumph Acclaims and a Honda Shuttle).

Would you buy this car again and why?

Maybe not this exact model - a manual non-PAS one could be fun. Would prefer a Shuttle for practicality.

What are you likely to buy next?

Honda Civic Shuttle (if can find one) or Peugeot 405.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£465

When did you buy the car?

February 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Like Hondas. Needed something practical.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Very nice. Rides well. Nippy enough though autobox robs a bit of performance. Good grip on the bends but PAS takes the edge off the handling.

What's it like to park?

Difficult to judge sometimes, but not bad.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Power steering rack. Head gasket. Loose exhaust. That said, everyday reliability has been superb.

What's most practical about your car?

Flexible load carrying - I can pack a 4x10 metre marquee (and a back seat passenger) into the car. Very nimble round town.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Not a gadget person - but like the sunroof.