Chad is Dead Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 I'm looking into buying a Civic and just want to know peoples thoughts. Or recommend any other comprable cars. Basically I just need something I like the look of and gets decent gas mileage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 Those new Kia's look a lot like civics, not sure how they compare in cost and reliability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossle Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 Erica has a '07 EX, 36K miles has had it since new. Maintenance has been well kept, no other major problems as of yet. The only oddball was replacing the 3rd brake light LED strip that took a crap under warranty. Mileage around 34 highway driving 75mph down from Michigan... It is slow and you can't tell when vtak kicks in hardly lol. It does handle really well for what it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1647545532 Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 Those new Kia's look a lot like civics, not sure how they compare in cost and reliability. +1 on this. Kia's reliability has been steadily improving (to the point where I actually bought one), and Hondas are more overpriced than ever. The Kia will get you more standard equipment for lots less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad is Dead Posted November 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 I'll have to look up some kia's when I get a chance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ef8sirJunkie Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 If i remember correctly they had complaints on Wind noise and a brake light switch recall. alright cars with one of the most comfortable seats available from honda. Also if you get the ipod aux from the dealer you might be going back to get it looked at sometimes whoever the installer is gets the wires tangled behind the glove box and it unplugs. O and if you get an SI say bye bye clutch when i was in the dealership there was 6 or so clutch disk that looked like they fell apart. also the SI's have syncro recall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 The only civic you should buy is a 2004 Civic Si. Watch top gears review on them for more information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 Check out the VW golf/Rabbit. My wife has an 08 rabbit with 20k miles, I had one for 8k miles, and they have been absolutely trouble free. They come in 2 and 4 door, good wheel options, and great prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 My wifes Rabbit. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/A4SHO/Rabbit3-11-09012.jpg http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/A4SHO/JesssNewRabbit019.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tindall2006 Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 I have a 09 civic, I agree the seats are freaking comfy! Nice smoth driving, they have subs from the factory and the sound system sounds GREAT. I get around 34-36 crusing 80-90 (love texas roads) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ef8sirJunkie Posted November 24, 2009 Report Share Posted November 24, 2009 The only civic you should buy is a 2004 Civic Si. Watch top gears review on them for more information. the K20a3 is nothing compared to the K20Z3 that comes in the new civics. the 04 shares the same motor as the base RSX and is more for economy. also the 04 SI only come in a hatchback version as the new si come in a 2dr or 4dr family friendly version. the shifter on the 04 is a little irritating for my taste and the new SI comes with factory LSD and can take a really nice turn! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87GT Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 the K20a3 is nothing compared to the K20Z3 that comes in the new civics. the 04 shares the same motor as the base RSX and is more for economy. also the 04 SI only come in a hatchback version as the new si come in a 2dr or 4dr family friendly version. the shifter on the 04 is a little irritating for my taste and the new SI comes with factory LSD and can take a really nice turn! I love the shifter in the 04. It is only a few inches away from the steering wheel. I thought the 04 civics were much lighter then the newer civics. LSDs are nice though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1647545532 Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 I love the shifter in the 04. It is only a few inches away from the steering wheel. I thought the 04 civics were much lighter then the newer civics. LSDs are nice though Honda still didn't understand Mac struts when they made the '04. They still don't really know what they're doing, but the new ones are a lot better. I stopped recommending Civics when they ditched the double wishbones but didn't drop the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOPR Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 XB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bam Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 Don't buy new, buy a VERY slightly used one and save a TON. A friend of mine bought a 2008 LX coupe, with all the basic options. AC/pwr windows/locks/cruise/cd/keyless/etc with 8000 miles on it for $11,500 like 6 months ago. I think the car stickered for like $18k. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan9381 Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 +1 on the hyundai/kia route. even though you might get some shit for buying either, like mentioned above, youll get a lot more for a lot less. plus if you buy new, you'll have a 5yr/60k mile bumper to bumper warranty, and a 10yr/100k mile powertrain. my old car i beat the shit out of it and the only real problems i had was from stuff i did from putting on aftermarket stuff, or just generally beating on the car. i think the only issue i had i didnt cause was a switch that sometimes didnt let the car start (clutch interlock switch), which was in the first couple months. dealer fixed it in a couple hours and i didnt have a problem since i'd buy another one if/when i start shopping for a new car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 Good friend of mine is looking at the Si's right now. Hard to come by in Sedan form. Couple nice used ones for 17-19k though. I came close to an Si but for me turbo > VTEC for my style of driving. Especially having come from a V8. Had to drive it like a 17yr showing off just to merge on the freeway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiColin Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 We have a 08 si coupe in the family. Bought it new and have owned it for about a year. No problems so far, clutch is fine, iPod aux port still working perfect. I like how well it handles but the powerband kind of sucks. Then again it is a Honda. There priced high but the re sale value is higher then most cars. The engine bay is cramped to accomidate the huge dash they put in these things. We had leather installed front and back since they only come with cloth from factory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 Like Aaron said, look into the Golfs (I refuse to call them Rabbits because they are Golfs), they are definitely nicer than any civic/kia/hyundai, and better quality too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koolrayz Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 I have an 06 I bought new. Have about 70,000 on it, only complaint I had was the original equipment tires separated and could get no help from the dealer with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 Inserting another hot-hatch to consider http://www.pbase.com/timothylauro/image/111182451/original.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted November 25, 2009 Report Share Posted November 25, 2009 ^Those are nice too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiji ST Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 Check out the VW golf/Rabbit. My wife has an 08 rabbit with 20k miles, I had one for 8k miles, and they have been absolutely trouble free. They come in 2 and 4 door, good wheel options, and great prices. Like Aaron said, look into the Golfs (I refuse to call them Rabbits because they are Golfs), they are definitely nicer than any civic/kia/hyundai, and better quality too. What they said. Come see me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sol740 Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 Import Civic Si from europe. Win. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accel_is_my_drug Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 I had an 08 si 4dr sedan, and loved it. Those motors have a lot more potential than the old b-series. let it breath with some cams and 250hp isn't a struggle.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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