Used 1996 Honda Civic del Sol Consumer Reviews
Used Civic del Sol for sale
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1996 Civic del Sol, so we've included reviews for other years of the Civic del Sol since its last redesign.
High RPM
Jet, 08/14/2008
1995 Honda Civic del Sol VTEC 2dr Coupe
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Just bought my 95 del so dohc v-tec. Can't stand the high revs on highway speed. Feels like it needs a 6th gear. Any ideas how I can adjust to lower rpm, through computer? Will tranny change help? Need better gas mileage like my standard 95 civic coupe. Going from close to 50 mpg down to 30 mpg on del so. Don't need the extra power. I drive about 250 miles a day, so the mileage does count. Just trying to increase mileage if I can.
Nice split personality
GMcC, 08/17/2002
1995 Honda Civic del Sol VTEC 2dr Coupe
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a good fun to drive in the city car. (I don't know that I'd suggest 10 hour driving days in it though) If you keep the tach below 5000 rpm it's a fairly high mileage normal sort of Honda but if you want a performance, just hold down the pedal and wait for 8000+... becomes a whole different car at that point! All I've done since I owned it (bought used) is change the oil regularly and had the timing belt/water pump done once. And like a lot of small Hondas, if you run it on empty long enough you can get about $12 worth of gasoline in it, which seems to last nearly forever if you don't spend all you time between 5000-8000 rpm.
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Dreznin, 07/25/2009
1995 Honda Civic del Sol VTEC 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my 95 VTEC to replace my old Altima which had been squished between two SUVs, never before has an accident been such a good thing for me. This little car still turns heads since there are so few still out there, I'm always getting questions about it. The performance of the DOHC VTEC trim level is GREAT, especially for such a tiny motor. The VTEC's upgraded suspension makes it nimble in corners and the high- winding engine makes highways a delight. My only gripes would be the cup holder placement and the rubber seal around the rear wheel wells that traps water and causes the body to rust (can be removed by hand in about 10 seconds). I can safely say that I will NEVER sell mine.
Fun on a budget, you won't believe it!
ScottDawson, 01/09/2003
1995 Honda Civic del Sol VTEC 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Honda del Sol is unlike any other Honda you will drive, you would be hard pressed to improve on this car's design. It is a very easy car to drive, with comfortable seats (even for long drives) and lots of interior room. Honda got a lot of things right in this model. Exceptional handling (0.92 g Left and Right), great acceleration (0- 60 in 7.2) and comfort. Reliability is excellent, the only thing I've has to do in the 5+ years I purchased mine is regular maintenance. Front wheel drive is great for wet or slippery conditions. I live in Seattle and drive at Highway speeds daily in the rain, ice and snow. Never had any problems.
Best Little 2-Seater Ever Made!
Travelinzoo, 08/03/2009
1995 Honda Civic del Sol Si 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Why oh why did Honda stop making these??? I've had mine for nearly 10 years, and I still get 42 mpg on the highway. Nothing compares for style, room, economy, reliability and fun! Nothing. But it's so hard to find one with low mileage now. Honda, please, please bring them back!