Honda HR-V (1999 - 2005) 1.6 4WD 3d Auto (1999/T) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I am not an engineer, but an engineers son, I am very fussy about engineering quality.

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

They want one.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes definitely. The vehicle is extremely well built, built to last, mine is eleven years old with 130.000 miles on the ‘clock’ and apart from the warranty repair, has given no real trouble at all and it is rust free.

What are you likely to buy next?

I think that I will keep this one and spend money on any refurbishment necessary.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,500

When did you buy the car?

June 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Brilliant

What's it like to park?

No problems.

Have you had any problems with the car?

My newly acquired Honda HRV had a serious 'judder' when it moved off. this was caused by a faulty start clutch in the Continuously variable auto transmission, (CVT). Normally this would cost about £1500 to fix. Shepton Malett Honda put the case to Honda who agreed to repair the CVT free of charge under the 10 year warranty with the CVT box. This was despite the vehicle being 9 years and with 92,000 miles on the 'clock'!

What's most practical about your car?

Intelligent 4 wheel drive.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Continuously Variable transmission.