Honda Civic Hatchback (2000 - 2005) 1.4i SE 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

not good, only old peoples buy honda, and it proved true, i see more old couples driving honda civic

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

easy to drive.family car

Would you buy this car again and why?

maybe, as it claimed to be the most reliable car. but the new 06 version if i've got the money

What are you likely to buy next?

ford focus

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,200

When did you buy the car?

March 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Private sale, i thought i had a good deal, but it's a 1.4, lack of power.... so... not really a good deal (£3200 in March 2007). regreted that i didnt negotiate the price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

reason being the unusual position of the gear knob, but used to it after a while, and hands layed on the gear knob as a rest. could do with an armrest.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

lack of vroom, being the 1.4, it'll not accelorate fast and not fast on m-way either, and feels not quite as safe as others in high speed cruise.

What's it like to park?

very easy, due to the light electronically power steering..

Have you had any problems with the car?

front brake pads making grinding noise once. mind you, it needs to be services anyway.

What's most practical about your car?

spacious, steering feels very light

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

gear knob