Honda Civic Hatchback (2000 - 2005) 1.7i CTDi SE 5d (2003/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Steady, Japanese reliability.

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

Who cares...

Would you buy this car again and why?

No as they don't make it and I don't really like the new Civics.

What are you likely to buy next?

Medium Japanese diesel, Auris, Yaris, possibly.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£13,000

When did you buy the car?

August 2003

Did you get a good deal and why?

Seemed like a good deal as they were doing the diesel model at the same price as the equivalent petrol.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Had problems with previous cars and wanted to go to a manufacturer with a proven reliability record.

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful.

What's it like to drive?

Reasonably quick once the needle hits 1750 rpm. Probably not as quick as modern diesels, but good enough. Covers motorway mileage effortlessly. Easily averages 55 mpg and occasionally near to 60.

What's it like to park?

OK, no blind spots, although the back is difficult to judge, however that coud be my driving ability.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Virtually faultless. Battery went at 75000. Turbo problems at 80000 but Honda replaced it despite being out of warranty. Alternator went at 90000. Other than that tyres, wipers etc.

What's most practical about your car?

Space, huge interior. Ideal for 6ft plus teenagers, removals work to and from Uni.Trips to the recycling etc.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Great aircon system however it wheezes a bit now but still works fine.