Honda Civic Hatchback 1.8 VTi-S 5d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Smashing. 5 grand for 1999 special edition with 19k miles in Oct 2003.
Costs
32-35mpg, serviceing average, parts quite pricey but good quality.
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On the road
Driving
A little too noisy at speed, needs 6 speed box. Ride firm.
Performance
Sounds faster than it is. Keep the revs over 6000 and it flies and sounds like a touring car.
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Living with it
Reliability
Jap.
Image
For those in the know... Who cares anyway? Just try it... go on.
Comfort
Not enough seat adjustment (lumbar). Pedals too close.
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Security and Service
Security
Sufficient. I mean who's gonna nick it...!
Service
Treated like royalty. (Francis group).
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Leaking air con seal (90 quid), tempremental driver's door window switch.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes