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I love my Civic!
Shonda, 12/01/2003
1998 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan
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The Honda Civic was my very first car. When I first bought it, it had been a demo car and had a little over four thousand miles on it. For four years I drove it nearly eight hundred miles to and from college. It never let me down. If any parents are interested in buying their child a reliable car, the Honda Civic is the one.
1998 Honda Civic 4D LX
Sublime22786 , 01/11/2004
1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan
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Worthless cup holders, excellent for refab. parts and racing equipment.
Best car for the money
mark v., 02/26/2006
1998 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan
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Though the 1.6 litre engine is not as good as the newer 35 m.p.g. civics it still delivers a good 25-30 m.p.g. While maintaning enough power to deliver high altitude performance at even 15000 feet above sea level. That said however stay away from cheaper low grade corn based alchohol fuels they can cut fuel efficiency by one-third so you refuel more often and you will spend more hard earned $ in the long run.
Not for the Young at Heart
Ken Beaty, 03/12/2006
1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan
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Overall, I am quite pleased with the auto. The exhaust manifold was replaced at 57,500 miles. Currently, at about 72,000 miles, I am experiencing a slip on the automatic transmission. I have developed a knee problem, and it has become very difficult for me to exit the vehicle. I imagine that would be the case with many seniors and those with arthritic conditions.
New Styling. Tight Pkg. Still Popular!
casper90651, 04/24/2004
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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This was
Happy Customer
Kaikilina, 06/21/2004
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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I love this car. I have no complaints about power because I know nothing will ever compare to my former Prelude. At about 78,000 miles the power locks are having issues (will be a few hundred $) and the breaks are a little squeeky, but this car is so adorable and I know it will last forever!
1998 honda civic
re, 09/09/2004
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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The mileage is 52000 driven and 20000 towed behind a motorhome...This unit is fully equipped for RV towing e.g. tow bar... wiring...air brake system extra rear magnetic tow lites...15 cu ft. yakima car top carrier..2 bike racks (1 top 1 rear...
Beware Civic Transmission Problems
Concerned, 10/31/2004
1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used with 66k miles and was the 3rd owner. Make sure to have your tran. checked before buying a Civic. After 13k miles and 7 months, having trans. problems (struggles on hills, doesn't accelerate, jerks into gear). Have had only minor repairs/maintenance. Driving pattern includes a lot of highway, back roads, and stop and go traffic. Only complaints is the ride, you feel everything and it rides like a truck when not on the highway. Overall good car but may purchase new car with A LOT more power.
Best Car I Ever Had
p. m. dauria, 09/05/2005
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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I bought my Civic in 1997. It was an absolute joy to own. I always said that I would buy it all over again. Within the last week I sold it to my daughter per her request and purchased a 2005 Honda CRV. I never had any problems with the Civic - loved every minute of it - would still own it if my daughter didn't need it. And, so far, I have nothing bad to say about the CRV either.
Excellent reliability
CBdriver, 01/31/2006
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car for the reliability and I have not been disappointed. I go for my oil changes and everything runs smoothly. It is a peppy car for a 4 cyl and is comfortable, though I am short. The gas mileage is incredible, I can get over 30 MPG when I am driving mainly on the highway though generally now it is about 28 with mainly city driving. That is often with the sunroof open. I am considering a new car and may get another Civic but will definitely get a Honda based on my experience with this car.
The best!
joe knows, 04/12/2003
1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan
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I have owned my Civic for over four years and I only had to use the warranty service once. This is a great car. As a owner, I highly recommend this car.
Better than Civics of 2007
tokyojonny, 05/22/2007
1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan
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What can I say? I bought this car in October of 1998, it spent two years on a trickle charger while I was stationed overseas from 2001-2003, and then started up like I never left when I got back to the U.S. Aside from the A/C that imploded last summer at 100,000 miles (~1800 bucks to replace the whole system--yikes!) and an exhaust leak noticed at 80,000 (no need to replace), I have had absolutely no problems with this car. Take it in for scheduled maintainance and forget your worries.
Best Car Ever
Stefani, 07/30/2007
1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan
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All Civics are great vehicles. I've owned two. Both were totaled, only reason I've had to buy another car. 98 Civic totaled with me driving - hit on driver's side by head on collision by Chevy Malibu. Had to be pried out by Jaws of Life. Want to buy another Civic - only small bruises on my body!! Miracle I'm not hurt worse. Only problem with car, front power window was going out. Will always recommend Hondas. Will never find a better vehicle!
Nice Cars
Travis Swift, 04/26/2003
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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I got my car as a present from my parents on my birthday last year. It has been a great car, and--excluding the lack of power--has a sporty feel to it. My car is one of the few with a problem, so I get poor gas milage (only about 24 city driving)
My honda
kjen, 05/02/2003
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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My car has 104k miles and has not once given me any problems...alternater and new battery is the only thing i had to replace
I love my Civic EX
Keisha, 05/13/2003
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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I bought my Honda Civic EX used with only 41K miles. Thus far I haven't endured any problems. The car has really good gas mileage. I wouldn't expect any less from Honda. Keep up the good work!!!!!!
Reliable Economy Car
jkwcivil, 11/25/2007
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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My father-in-law purchased this car for my wife while we were still dating. That was about 6 years ago when it had approximately 40,000 miles. The car now has over 155,000 and is still running strong. We have the oil changed every 3,000 miles and do the other maintenance that is recommended by the manufacturer. The car has proven to be a hassel free daily driver and I expect that will continue well into the future.
215,000 miles-more! just a few dings...
Hondas rule!, 05/27/2003
1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan
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Went over 214,000 miles...no sign of letting up! Was offered 5k last week, but until I find something as good- why part ways? Car gets dinged up more easily than others... can't get out of its own way up hills but GREAT car!!! buy 2 of them!
What happened Honda?
Love-A-Nissan, 07/08/2003
1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan
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My fiancee owned the car for about two years before finally getting rid of it after the transmission went out with less than 50000 miles on it. If this had been just about any other import car the rapairs would have been covered under the powertrain warranty, but not on a Honda. The exhaust manifold had also cracked on the car about a year earlier. I have a friend with a 2000 Accord coupe that is aslo having transmission trouble. Where is that Honda quality I always hear about? I'll stick with Nissan. They build more exciting cars at a better value and I have never had aproblem with any of my Nissan vehicles.
Good Basic Car
acroduster, 03/28/2002
1998 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car for a 124 mile commute per day and it has served well. I got a very base model, but I'm still impressed. Off the line it's not great, but that's the price you pay for the gas mileage. Good stock stereo.
Amazing and reliable
Mari, 09/15/2021
1998 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan
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I have a 1998 Honda Civic and it’s amazing it may be old but I never had any mechanical problems with it doesn’t really waste gas either with $35 it’ll last me for weeks
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Won't Buy Honda next time
MW2005, 03/11/2005
1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan
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First of all, I purchased the vehicle when its mileage was @ 21,000. Within the first year (and at the same "fix it" visit), I had to REPLACE the Exhaust Manifold (had a crack in it) and had the A/Trans. worked on. In 2002, I experienced probs w/the Electrical System. I've purchased at least 4 car batteries since I bought the financial burden! Once again, my car hesitates/shutters, fails to start sometimes, AND appears to have a serious power drain somewhere. Last month I had the battery's charge checked (b/c my car had stalled at a stop sign!) and was told the battery was fine but that my Alternator needed to be looked at (AGAIN!). Also, I get TERRIBLE gas mileage - like 16 mpg.