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Used 1998 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback Consumer Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.13 out of 5 stars

Ten years and still good

steevo, 08/05/2008
Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I bought this car new in 1998 and am surprised at how well it has stood up. Things I've replaced are the timing beltx2, starter, front brake pads (rear drums are original!), water pump, muffler and fluids. Stuff I would expect to replace on a ten year old car. It is just a reliable car that is a bit underpowered but is easy on fuel. I prefer the styling of the hatch and wish the newest hatch would come to north America. The hatch fits a 36" CRT TV.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

A Little "Timex" on Wheels!

Jennifer, 03/08/2007
Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

That's right! I call it my little "Timex" because it takes a lickin' and keeps on tickin'! I bought this car in March 1998 with 15 miles on it, and had factory AC installed--but aside from that the car was stripped down and completely utilitarian in nature. Love this car because it is a study in simplicity! In the 9 years I have owned this car, NOTHING has ever gone wrong with it and it has never left me stranded. Aside from oil changes, the occasional purchase of new tires, and a new battery, everything else has been regularly scheduled tune-ups, maintenance, or replacement of things such as a new timing belt and a manifold. Great car! Very pleased with the reliability and affordability!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Love it!

Susan, 07/03/2006
Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I love this car so much that I've kept it for 8 years! I'll probably have to get a new car soon, because of space issues in the back seat (it's too difficult for elderly parents to get into the back seat!)

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4.38 out of 5 stars

I love my car

noelle, 06/26/2002
Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I got my first car a honda civic cx in 1998, and i love it.. no hastle no problems, my service advisor is great, all the maintenance is done at ball honda, and for a small car, its decent. my next car will be honda again...

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Exhaust Manifold Problems

BigBri, 04/23/2002
Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

'96 and '97 Civics had an issue with their exhaust manifolds cracking. The EPA forced Honda to extend their warranty. I had the exact same problem with my '98 Civic, but Honda did not assume any liability. I was unimpressed by their corporate customer service. The car is great, but that exhaust manifold was a pain!

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