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One owner Civic VX
Kenneth Hausmann, 06/28/2016
updated 11/20/2023
1992 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
23 of 23 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in 1992 knowing almost nothing about Honda. I got it because it had 92 hp instead of the paltry 70 the CX and DX had. It also had cloth seats, aluminum wheels, and about 5 more mpg. I planned to sell it when my 1969 Mustang came out of restoration shop but fell in love with the car. I added the cargo cover, cruise control, intermittent wipers, body side moldings, floor mats, rear speakers from an SI, tinted windows, factory clock, the tall console with pad, which is essential for a comfortable driving position, and AMFM CD with Sirius. The car is easy to maintain, gets about 43 city and 50 hwy. On one trip to Iowa, I filled up the 10 gallon tank in Austin, TX and drove to El Dorado Kansas, where I put 9.6 gallons in. That averaged 57.7 mpg, driving at 65 mph. I have never gotten less than 42 mpg, and that was in summer, AC blasting, in city traffic. I just brought it in to have it rebuilt at 489k. I will never sell this car. I painted it once and the interior is still very good. I wonder how many people have a one owner VX? I just found out how many were made. 1992 219,228 Civics produced, 3889 VX 1.77% 1993 255,579 Civics produced, 2622 VX 1.02% 1994 267,023 Civics produced, 3359 VX 1.25% 1995 289,435 Civics produced, 2218 VX 0.76% Total 1,031,265 Civics produced, 12,088 VX 1.17% They are very rare, and unmolested original examples are almost impossible to find, but are worth the trouble. Just another update as of 10/13/2019, the car now has 575,000 miles and is running beautifully after the engine rebuild a few years ago. Another update! I now have 612,500 miles on the car. It is still my daily driver. You can see it at the Honda High Mile Club website. Another update! 11/17/2023 and the car was just repainted. It now has 672,000 miles and is still running great.
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Finally, a place to praise her!
Ray C, 11/29/2005
1992 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Purchasing her was a nightmare, but owning her is a dream. This car has seen: 5 roundtrip treks from Chicago to L.A., plowed through 2 ft deep snow (clearing a path for a Blazer for 4 miles), ran into the side of a mountain (friend borrowed her), carried everything I owned as a bachelor, beats camaros through intersections (then loses a block later, lol), looks great, runs better, and is still ready for more. I realize no one will probably see this because of the year, but she is worth the effort to type a few words of praise. I will look back on the time i owned her, and smile. I will always compare future cars to her. My children will drive Civic HB's as their startup cars if I can convince them.
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Fun, Solid, and Great MPG
LT, 08/01/2009
1992 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This car is a lot of fun to drive around Chicago. The light weight, the 5-speed manual, the 1.5 liter engine, and the tight handling make it feel sporty. Low maintenance. High MPG. The body is solid but starting to rust a bit around the rear wheel wells. After a wash and wax, I get offers from random people on the street to buy it. Just can't bring myself to replace it. Honda really did this one right.
And Still Going.........
Energizer B, 12/29/2004
1992 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new.. the little gas sipper, like that certain rabbit keeps on going... Have hauled lots in that hatchback including a dining room table and chairs in three trips. At 154000 still runs great, low maintenance, and keeping it till it dies....
What a Great Car
beaker, 03/11/2005
1992 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
With gas prices so high only Hybrids can do better for mileage. This car has high interior noise, the seats are not that comfortable and rust is showing up in the rear quater panels but that is about the end of the bad stuff. Almost 283K miles, no major engine work and average mileage is around 40 MPG. It handles well and keeps up in city traffic no problem. I have seen several civics customized but this one won't see that kind of work until the engine goes.
The BEST Car EVER MADE!!!!
yummy_honie, 08/03/2011
1992 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my car back in January 2009 and it has been almost 3 years. Its a 1992 Honda Civic Hatchback and it has been my life saver. I named her Lil Magic because she never lets me down. Its so funny because for it to be such a old car, almost 20 yrs old, she still keeps up with the best of them effortlessly. We are often doing 90 on the highway and joke around with my bf and I tell him that the car actually prefers to go fast. Im not kidding she is FAST!!. I dd not do any modifications yet but I plan to in the future. I sometimes wish I had power lock doors and windows but the cars loyalty to me means much more. Ppl see me on the street and always wanna buy here. I love my car.
Small yet big on the inside
Lukas, 01/16/2006
1992 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Overall a great car. Small yet roomy on the inside. Superb car on the gas! Small engine but w/ 5-speed was able to keep up w/ "big guys". I ended my Honda experience being crushed by a tractor-trailer at the stop sign - I am alive but I cannot imagine surviving a real crush
After 10 years, I still love this car
Robbin, 04/25/2002
1992 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my VX new in 1992. 170,000 miles later, and I still love this car. In all those miles, I have had to replace only the distributor and the coil. Fantastic. Handles like a dream and still looks new. Finish and interior wore exceptionally well. I wish they hadn't stopped putting the V- tech engine in the Civic - this was one awesome car.
10 years of trouble-free driving
Ken was IL now MI, 05/20/2002
1992 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Best car I've ever owned. Only replaced the typical (tires, battery, brakes,tuneup,timing belt,etc) Needed new CV boots at 140,000. Replaced driveshafts (about $330.00). Used Mobil 1 since 500 miles. Maintains 42 MPG city/highway. Rust is starting to become a concern. Wonder how much longer it will still look acceptable.
Won't ever sell it
Maxwell, 05/27/2002
1992 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new when I was in college. Now, 10 years later and with a good job I still love it. Everyone I work with drives new SUVs, luxury sedans, or sport cars, but I enjoy driving my Civic. It has a solid feel, responsive handling, acceptable accelleration, and I like the styling (much less cheap looking than the new Civics). Plus, I don't feel nervous parking in D.C. or driving over potholes.
Fun, inexpensive ride, gr8 fro college
saX, 10/09/2003
1992 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Low to no maintaining cost, fuel efficient,very reliable.
Excellent car ever made
tony, 03/26/2007
1992 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
this is my first car and i am driving it from last 5 months...it's excellent. it's comfortable, fun, dependable. i bought it used. previous owner was careless, he never care for it. since i bought it it sits in garage. it's an automatic but i SHIFT AT!! MPG is low (because of my driving habits 3rd at 80 mph)..i don't like driving my second car (2003 accord).. i like most is its comfort. it feels solid.. wish if honda restart its production with 300+ HP, I am really gonna buy 1.. I LOVE MY EG!!!
IT JUST WONT DIE
Silencer, 05/02/2003
1992 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
i had a civic 1992 cx , so far its the first and best car i have had. for a first car i was really killing it. didnt do an oil change in 6 or 9 months, i was driving without oil sometimes , even brought it to 190kmph WITHOUT OIL... i was young :) and freaking nuts. :( ... after all i did to it , it rarly died on me. and when it did it was an old part that did its time (clutch at 180k, radiator at 177k brakes,) thats it the only reason i sold it is cuz it was rusted like hell. and clutch died cuz i was teaching my friends to drive standard and they were killing it) VERY RELIABLE CAR ! and the body holds together more than the new cardboard civics.
What a great car!!
ace1932, 07/03/2008
1992 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My dad purchased the car when it was new back in 1992 from a dealer in Southern California. It's my car now and I love it! Sure it has no pick-up and I'm making more frequent trips to the shop. All in all, it's a great car! Handling is fantastic!! I routinely get 36 MPG in the city, while using 87 octane gas!! The build quality is great! My car has never had any rust issues and it still has the engine it came with when new. It now has over 170k miles on it, but still works really well. The original clutch lasted 137k miles!! So yes, the car will never die. I routinely get offers from random people on the street to buy my car. Oh yes, and my A/C compressor is in need of replacement.
Great Car / Timeless
Texas Car, 11/11/2008
1992 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had my 92 for 16 years and have no plans to get rid of it. The Little Red Car has 185K miles on it and has been extremely trustworthy. I am a Japanese car tech by trade and only use OEM Honda parts when possible. The axle shafts are the originals. I have, during it's life, installed the second set of boots after the originals. The rotors and drums have never been machined. I am now on the first set of OEM replacement shoes and second set of OEM pads. I am on the first timing belt, water pump and front engine seals, with new drive belts. I will be installing the second replacement belts, tensioner, valve adjust, plugs and misc within the next few days. Then, here I come 250K miles.
Really nice car
albert, 01/10/2008
1992 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Well this car like the common old car gave me the typical problems, catalytic converter, then the brakes, and one problem whit a washer somewhere in the engine, but after almos 70 000 miles what do you expect, yes, I put like 35k miles per year to that car.
Fun, reliable, and fast
tgbastau, 08/19/2002
1992 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my car with almost 140,000 miles and was thusly planning some sort of engine swap. However, the little SOHC VTEC powerplant still pulls strongly to the redline without any complaints. Transmission shifts smoothly with semi-short throws, the interior is very comfortable, and all the fun power features still work blissfully. I definitely suggest this car to anyone, high-mileage or not.
CIVIC
yonskibabe, 11/27/2002
1992 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
purchased with 60,000 miles and has 165,000 now. Best posssible small car available!
Its the best 1992 civic si
tylernaval, 03/03/2002
1992 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been driven from here to anywhere. you name it. its the best car on the road, and one of the fastest.
car with a personality!
Deep in the snow, 02/17/2003
1992 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is just great. I thought it was getting old so I bought a newer Dodge to replace it. The latter had half the mileage, twice the engine size and all the extra features you can think of... I ended up selling it and keeping my Honda instead. Even at 100k miles, it is a very reliable car and its engine starts promptly at -20F, only done minor repairs. Overall, excellent car. Great looking too.
Civic in Crisis
Atlanta Zach, 07/18/2003
1992 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased as my first car, my Civic may have to be retired pretty soon. Purchased at 92k miles, currently 150k , it seems pretty young, esp. for a Honda. I've had radiator flushed, and checked (along with hoses) for leaks, had the thermostat replaced three times in two months, no coolant leakage, overheats regularly. Due to nearly non-existent residual value I'm going to buy a replacement and tear it down to attempt a ressurection. It HADn't given me many problems the entire time I owned the car even with sometimes inconsistent maintenance. I would recommend the model to a potential buyer but beware overheating issues.
LOADS OF FUN FOR A SMALL PRICE!!!!!!!
Stedman05, 09/21/2003
1992 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love it. It has great handling, acceleration for a car w/ a 102hp, lots of cargo room, cool looks, and GREAT mpg. The car looks great for a 92 w/ a simple yet sporty design. The acceleration is great especially w/ the 5-spd. The seats are great. They have lots of side bolstering for hips, ribs, and a little for shoulders. They have great lumbar support too. The handling is great. You don't have to worry about hitting anyone in parking lots. I would suggest getting one without PS, because you get a better feel of the road. Don't forget the 35/40 mpg you get with the car. If you want a cool little car but on a budget, this is the car for you.
love ya baby
jlf, 01/16/2004
1992 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Only have 2 complaints. The rear window latch does not latch in cold weather. (They fixed this on later models) Because it is small and black, I have been bumped into a couple of times.
My 2nd VX and better than the 1st !!!
Ken was IL now MI, 11/18/2005
1992 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I owned my 1st VX for 10 years - see my 5/2002 review in this section. I was very sad when I sold it but I did because it started to rust badly in several areas. While looking at the bargain section of the car classifieds of the Detroit newspaper I found another 92 VX! for only $1500! What's great about this one? NO SERIOUS RUST!! Three years later????? Anyway the new one (14 years young next month) is really fantastic. It has only 128,000 miles, doesn't leak/burn/use oil, the engine runs like new and the interior is in better shape than my 1st VX - seats and carpeting are mint. Still has the same advantages and disadvantages as the old one but if I could find another 92 I'd buy it!!
a great little car
zchick, 04/23/2004
1992 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for five years now and have just decided to sell it for a bigger vehicle. It has 178,000 miles and is still kickin'. It has taken me to New England (850 miles) and back and many places in between. I would recommend these cars to anyone.
Superb 1992 Honda Civic VX
H. Pierce, 05/04/2003
1992 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
In 11 years of ownership, only four items have broken, two under warranty. A heat shield loosened and rattled, interior locking latches broke on both doors, the distributor cap cracked. Total repair bills: $353 (including 1 tow). All other items have been scheduled maintenance and expected replacements (e.g. battery, tires, CV boots, exhaust system) Overall average efficiency is 46 mpg in my mix of city and suburban freeway driving.
Great fuel economy car
cheese9988, 04/30/2003
1992 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great fuel efficient and reliable car, am buying a 91 crx now. Car usually got around 36-38mpg and stick shift makes it fun to drive. Very easy to work on and easy to find parts for even for an import. Usual tune up parts was all that needed fixing. I would definitely recommed.
happy owner
jay, 03/10/2002
1992 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a great car that I have had no problems with. The only part of the car that I don't like is the "a" pillar. The design is awful,rain enters vehicle while raining with window cracked open, wind is horribe against side of head. Just a poor design. The rest of the car is great. I would buy more if I had the money.
what a worry-free fun drive
xrbn, 01/20/2003
1992 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had this car since new in 1992. 160,000 miles later, I still can't part with it. Trade in/resale is about 500 bucks but worth so much more! Husband threatening to haul it away - says it is time. I've had to replace the cheap exhaust 2x and rust above rear wheels is a problem. People still love the hatchback folding down and I fit a large dresser in there one time - plus can fit 5 bales of straw in there at a time! Handling around corners is superb!
Still strong after 11 years
Jo Co Max, 05/30/2003
1992 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am original owner. Have just turned 157,000 miles and car still strong. Have just done required maintance. Still a great car, consistently gets 30 - 32 MPG in daily city driving. Performance better than any car in it's class. The perfect communter car. The design is still fresh after 14 years, a sharp looking car. Weak areas: 1.Front brakes; discs only last about 20,000 miles. 2. CV boots weak(?); have to replace them between 30,000 - 40,000 miles. I plan to keep it for another 100,000 miles!!!
Probably one of the most reliable car of all time.
ABE, 03/26/2023
1992 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Parents were 2nd. Owners of this marvel of Japanese engineering. A 1992 Honda DX Hatchback.You will go years without touching the car except for oil changes. We finally sold the car in 2023. It still doesn’t burn oil. The automatic still shifts like new. I think unless the car is stolen or in an accident this vehicle can last another 10 years. A new car today might not last 10 years. Sold only because Mom can no longer drive. I was vetoed on being the new owner.