Honda HR-V (1999 - 2005) 1.6 4WD 3d (2000/X) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It is a love/hate design but if it puts a smile on my face I don't much mind what others think of me driving it.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Like it and can tell we do too.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - already looking for my second HRV!
What are you likely to buy next?
Hopefully this will keep going for me so I do not need to consider any replacement yet. It is only a shame Honda stopped making HRVs as the CRV is too big a 4x4 for our needs.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
July 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Two other family members drive this car and love it.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Puts a great big smile on my face everyday. Having bought new cars for the last few years I was feeling worried about buying an old car but the other reviews and family recommendations sent me looking for a HRV and I already want to trade in our other car and get another one in the family!
What's it like to park?
I am short so do suffer visibility issues - there is no real seat adjustment other than lay back or sit bolt upright but I find the large mirrors give me confidence that I can see all around the car.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Early days but nothing major so far. Windscreen wipers have developed a click but everything else seems okay.
What's most practical about your car?
Mirrors give great views around the car and the space is great for all the big supermarket shops and holiday luggage.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Auto fold mirrors - comes in very handy on country roads and when parking.
