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5 out of 5 stars

Very well designed

MR, 07/02/2003
1996 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
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Never had a single problem in 2 years. Love the utility, reliability and looks. Plenty of room to haul stuff (if you need to). Not sure why so many people feel they need an SUV.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Beloved Honda

Nimble Simba, 08/19/2003
1996 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
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Just sold it after 7 1/2 years. Will miss it a lot. Hardly any trouble at all; very quick, reliable. Only reason to sell was I wanted an Outback Sport. But can't recommend the Honda Civic hatchback highly enough.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

happy honda civic ex owner

r b, 09/10/2003
1996 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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i bought this car brand new in '96. it has been a joy to drive and very reliable transportation mode. through aaa i landed the best pricing with their no haggles pricing agreement. i've kept consistent with the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual and haven't had a single extra- ordinary problem with this car. what a wonderful car.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

2nd Owner

Austen, 07/07/2008
1996 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe
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Bought this car as my go-getter in Feb 08. The previous owner had neglected this car so I got it at a steal knowing that I would have some work to be done. Whew, $2000 mechanical bill and a $1200 paint job later this thing is awesome. I added some new wheels, projector headlights, LED taillights, and a window tint and now I get endless comments on how good it looks. The stock engine is peppy and seems reliable now that maintenance is up to par. No matter how you drive, this thing never gets less than 30 mpg either.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

You could find a better car, Period!

jack , 12/04/2008
1996 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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I have owned my car for about ten years. It has been from New england to Florida a few times. It's been so reliable that I would recommend this car to anyone who wants very little headaches and does not obsess over transportation. In ten years of ownership It's been in the shop for CV joints, for an electrical malfunction in gas tank and for power window regulators, all 3+ years apart! What more can you say about that? Oh yes, tires and brakes are inexpensive. The car is so simple to work on that you can 80% of the repairs yourself, if handy. Car has 163K on it, bought it with 30K. I've waxed the car, so rust is just now starting on fender.

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