Honda Civic Type-R (2001 - 2005) 2.0i VTEC 30th Anniversary 3d (2003/52) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Rev-happy but practical at the sametime.

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

Looks fast but once they've been for a ride, they realise just how practical it is aswell.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Probably not. The EP3 model was the best Type R and now their average age is 10 years old. I will however consider the latest model a few years after it's been released.

What are you likely to buy next?

I'm 34, so I'm probably looking at moving away from hatchbacks. Possibly Mercedes C-class, BMW 3 series or Audi A4.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,650

When did you buy the car?

September 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

For an excpetionally quick car, the value was brilliant, given that the Type R was only £500-£1,000 more expensive than Golf GTIs and Audi A3 1.8T which I was looking at.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Excellent value for money.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Phenomenal - on country lanes, or motorway entrance roads, the car really comes to life. It is rev happy, but the V-Tec engine is superb.

What's it like to park?

Turning circle isn't the best, but that said there's enough visibility to park without much of a problem.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing to date (touch wood).

What's most practical about your car?

Boot space is superb.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Great seats.