Honda HR-V (1999 - 2005) 1.6 2WD 3d (1999/V) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That I keep my cars probably longer than most people, but only if they are reliable, which my Honda HRV is !.

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

I'm not really sure, because I do not ask them, it is me that has to be happy with it and I am !.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, although having said that, there are many more cars now that are more economical, fuel wise so I may not.

What are you likely to buy next?

I'm not really sure, I like the idea of a Diesel, around a 1.5 litre engine, but not ever having had one before, I am being cautious.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,700

When did you buy the car?

February 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, I feel I got a pretty good deal, they took my Honda Civic coupe in part exchange and gave me a reasonable price for it.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

One of the most important reasons was that I had a Honda Civic which I traded in and it had been extremely reliable, so I was impressed with the Honda brand.

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful, I had not initially thought about a Honda HRV, I was thinking about a Honda Accord, but saw they had two HRV's and liked the look of them, so we discussed terms and I bought it on the following Tuesday evening after a test drive.

What's it like to drive?

Extremely good and comfortable with very good vision of the road. Being reliable to me is the most important thing.

What's it like to park?

Good, obviously it depends to some extent how good you are at parking yourself, but I think it is good.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Only the battery, which will go after years on any car.

What's most practical about your car?

It's easy for me to get in and out of, I do have a medical problem with my neck so that is important to me. And it is a very versatile vehicle and good to drive, being high up you get a better view of the road.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The electric folding mirrors, so they do not get damaged or knocked in tight parking areas.