Honda Civic Type-R (2001 - 2005) 2.0i VTEC 3d (AC) (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
its a 200bhp hot hatch that really stands out from the crowd and gets lots of attention
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
all love it
Would you buy this car again and why?
had the Civic 1.6 sport before for 2 years loved it and upgraded to the type r so i will try something else next
What are you likely to buy next?
love honda's so might go for the s2000 next or maybe the new type r
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£12,500
When did you buy the car?
December 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Bought the car with 7000 miles on the clock with 1 previous owner for £12500 from a honda dealer
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
very helpful
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
has a split personality, can be driven sensibly and reasonably frugally but if you fancy some fun let the vtec kick in and it turns into a monster. definatly a car for open country roads. can be a bit noisy on the motorway but nothing too bad
What's it like to park?
easy
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
NO
What's most practical about your car?
Its a normal family sized hatchback
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
brilliant 6 speed gearbox
