Honda Civic Hatchback (2000 - 2005) 1.4i SE 5d (2004/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not really bothered about image
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They have noted on its reliability record
Would you buy this car again and why?
No-purely because of the seating and steering problems. However, if these could be fixed (or you're not bothered/affected by them) then its a great car all round.
What are you likely to buy next?
Possibly a Focus
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,500
When did you buy the car?
April 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Bought from a car supermarket, average price
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Safety & Reliability
What was the dealer like?
Was difficult to haggle with but eventually got reduction on screen price and increase on part-ex price.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Firstly the bad points-the seat has no tilt built into the height adjustment, so for someone with long legs, the seat does not support the muscle of the right leg. This has caused much pain already. And even with the front seat slid fully back, there is still acres of space behind-a couple more inches moved back and the seat would've been ok.The accelerator pedal is loose which the Honda dealer has advised is a common fixture but takes a lot of getting used to. If you don't over-rev when pulling away you will kangaroo down the road for a few yards! Also, the steering is much heavier and less responsive when compared to rivals and when driving at 50mph+ if the steering wheel is wiggled slightly the car does move! Very frightening.... On the plus side, for a 1.4i, the engine is responsive
What's it like to park?
Huge turning circle can cause difficulties but small enough to cope in tight spaces/multistorey car parks.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Not yet but only just bought it
What's most practical about your car?
Small but well performing engine and cabin size.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Electric Windows all round with passenger safety cut off.
