Honda Civic Hatchback 1.5i VTEC LS 5d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good value for the age.
Costs
Good on fuel, repair costs were expensive (£300 for an MOT).
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On the road
Driving
Good solid ride.
Performance
Tends to understeer when handling tight corners at speed - acceleration is good- I've had 7.8 seconds, but mine is modified (9.1 standard which is still good).
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Living with it
Reliability
A lot was wrong with it when I bought it, it's perfect now though - front discs tend to be the first to go.
Image
I look the bees knees! especially when modified, this car doesn't look out of place next to a civic coupe! even though it is a 5 door it doesn't feel like it!
Comfort
Excellent, I feel right at home - I could drive it for hours.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser fitted, however modifications I've made to it makes it a target - needs alarm.
Service
Private seller.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Problems with cam belt at first - now purrs like a kitten!
Other
This car travels great distances and handles it beautifully! It's equally at home on the local race scene as it is on the open road - a top car!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No