Honda Civic Hatchback (2006 - 2011) 2.2 i-CTDi Type S GT-T 3d (2009/59) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
nothing, its a s gt so its a bit different but they are still plenty around
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
think it looks great inside and out
Would you buy this car again and why?
No way, its a car i want to enjoy but to many silly things about it which add up and becomes annoying.seat does not go back to original place when moved,can feel cheap in places, diesel major prob with noise inside cabin, and poor performance compared to other diesel cars. i know its a 3 door sports but daughter cannot flip front seats forward handle to hard to move and cannot open main doors handles are really hard to press and feel cheap.mpg not as good as the mondeo stdci. i will keep 1 year and def sell.
What are you likely to buy next?
mazda6 2.0d sport, mondeo 2.2 st dci
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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?
£10,500
When did you buy the car?
July 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
yes good part ex and good value on screen price to start with.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
suppose to be the best diesel around. good reputation for build quality. hold its value.
What was the dealer like?
excellent
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
good steering and good foot pedals gearbox has a nice shift to it except for first sometimes. noisy diesel and slow compared to my mondeo st dci. can feel sluggish at times to the mondeo when fully loaded
What's it like to park?
no probs rear split is a pain but just use the large wing mirrors. worse in the rain due to no rear wiper, crazy idea, special coating on glass does not work
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
no but early days, first gear sometimes grinds into position
What's most practical about your car?
large boot for size of car and clever rear folding seats
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
sunroof but does not open which is a shame. dual climate control excellent
