Honda Civic Hatchback (2006 - 2011) 1.8 i-VTEC SE (09) 5d (2009/59) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Sensible, Modern, stylish and doesn't need an M3 badge to add inches to his d!ck.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everyone loves it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, only newer.
What are you likely to buy next?
Ask me again about 2 weeks before i actually buy, my mind changes all the time.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,600
When did you buy the car?
September 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Got a brilliant deal, they gave me good part ex on my old car, gave me 2 years warranty and 12 months tax for free!
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Work for Honda, Good deal, Great car.
What was the dealer like?
Quick, easy and hassle free.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Easier than breathing (unless you have bronchitus or something), the gear lever can be pushed with one finger, the clutch is light, steering is responsive and everything falls so easy to hand. Great driving position. Some people have complained of a 'hard ride' , these people have obviously never driven a late 90's MR2 with firm tyres and stiff springs! i personally find the ride smooth, soft and welcoming to my back after years of high performance car driving.
What's it like to park?
Like parking a citroen relay with no rear windows, you have to use your wing mirrors - alot. Visibility is limited out the back. Some people complain of the rear spoiler blocking view, but after 3 years of driving an Impreza with a high level spoiler, it makes no difference to me.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Not yet (touch wood).
What's most practical about your car?
The sheer size of the interior! there's so much room inside the car, i need binoculars to see someone in the back seats! i've owned saloons before and they had nowhere near as much leg room for the rear passengers and the boot is huge too!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Where to start, the magic seats are so easy and create much more room behind the front seats. The trip computer tells you just about everything. The starter button is a nice novelty touch, although i'm still confused as to why its needed as you still have to turn the key in the ignition?!
