Honda Civic Hatchback (2006 - 2011) 1.8 i-VTEC ES 5d (Leather) (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

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

I have a neighbour who has a civic also experienced problems. Tend to be impressed with the style, and tell you Honda's are reliable ????

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would certainly not buy another Honda,not because of the faults. Due to the pretentious arrogance of Honda themselves. I will add the car is perfect after an independant motor engineer corrected the faults.

What are you likely to buy next?

I am looking to purchase a Kia, if a manufacture can offer a long warranty that they do. They must have confidence in the product.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

March 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

The dealer was offering a new model promotion, my trade in was a very good Accord. After shopping around It was the best deal i was offered.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

An exciting radical change to previous old fogey image.Something very different for what was available at the time.

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly and helpful, until things started to go wrong with the car. The technical ineptitude to correct the faults was unbelievable.

What's it like to drive?

A relaxed and complete pleasure to drive.

What's it like to park?

Due to the incompetent design of the rear window, blind spots are a problem when reversing.

Have you had any problems with the car?

From new, engine intermittent cutting out, power steering failed several times, central door locking failed, windscreen water leaks, knocking from rear shock absorbers even after recall.

What's most practical about your car?

Plenty of space, especially when rear seats folded down.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

No particular favourite all work and function well.