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Certified PreOwned YEAR 2002
BAAllen33@aol.com, 10/06/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car in June of 2004. It was a 2002 Honda Certified Preowned Civic EX. I love this car. It is reliable and sturdy. The engine is a little loud, but what can you expect. I had a few problems when I got it- minor. The dealership paid for it and gave me a rental car. Things like the light burnt out, the battery died etc.. Just maintanace issues. Again, like I said it was paid for- and I was given a rental car for 100% FREE! If I had a chois to buy this car over again - I would say YES, with out hesitation. My previous car was a 93 Toyota Camry. I had to get use to the smaller size, however the quality and reliability I did not have to comprimise
Happy Shopper
Gr8t Kar, 10/24/2004
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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Fernandez Honda is a new dealership in San Antonio, TX. They have a very professional establishment. I did a lot of research prior to buying the car and did very little negotiating. I set a price and stuck with it. The facility has free internet, popcorn, vending and movies availiable if you need any maintenance. A+ for the management.
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Black 5, 10/24/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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I've only had the car for one month...Excellent car...great for short rides or long trips...depending where you live the rims on the EX are "very popular", but to me the EX is worth the extra amount
Honda Sustain's and 86's
Karl and Elise, 11/07/2004
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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In a years time and lots of highway travel, we have enjoyed our experience. However, a few things that buyers should know. One is the brake pads. We had to replace them at the 20k mile mark and recently I over heard an Accord owner discussing with a service manager their replacement also at 20k miles. I've owned numerous makes and models. Ford brake pads lasted longer than this. And I drove that car harder and under more harsh conditions. The other complaint is road noise and handling. It's highway road noise shouldn't be over looked as well as its ability to handle like it should. Freeway ramps (clover-leaf style) you will have to slow down as others don't.
longtime Honda owner
longtimeowner, 12/12/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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This is my 4th new Honda I purchased this car in 12-03 I have had excellant service from the car. I think it is a good little car the quality is well above average. The service intervals suggested by Honda are long. I have had no problems with fit and finish. I could suggest this ride for anyone needing a "GOOD SMALL CAR"
Great car!
xander, 12/28/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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All the reviews are right...great value for the money you pay. This is the best affordable car out there right now. You can't find any better.
get what you pay for
04lx10533, 02/10/2005
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car as my 02 accord v6 came off lease. With the price of gas figured the civic would treat me better, and it has. My complaints (which seem to be redundant) come from the cheap bits and overall inexpensive feel of the car. After 7000 miles I also have "heel holes" in the driver's floor mat. The passenger window doesn't close (started after 4000 miles), the cloth armrest is beginning to form a hole where my elbow goes, and, after being hit in a parking lot, I am looking at replacing the rear bumper. Hey things happen, but at nearly $400 estimate for the rear bumper ... come on ... I thought this was an economy car! By the way, there is no power lock lever on the passenger side?!?!?
A blessing, but a mixed one.
BMS, 03/20/2005
2004 Honda Civic Value Package 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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This car is roomy and comfortable, and drives and handles well. However, there are a few bad points. The dashboard materials creak and rattle when the temp. is below about 40 (indicating poor workmanship to me). There is a slight vibration in the steering wheel ataround 68-70MPH. The car has a slight hesitation until it warms up fully, inexcusable in a fuel-injected car. And the engine is not quiet during acceleration, including a low-level high-pitched whine (though idle is smooth). The dealer says these are all "characteristics of the car" and will not "fix" them. But reliability, fuel economy, overall comfort and driveability are typical Honda. More plusses than minuses here.
Don't look like a "Mom" car anymore
Wendy, 04/28/2005
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Drives like a gocart, good gas mileage, after tinting and adding Sirius Satellite Radio, replacing entire aftermarket system, plus extras.. (Oh yea the Factory speakers are actually plastic frames.) I now have added rims off of a 2003 EX Civic. Now the car actually almost looks about right.. The original factory hub cap rims had to go... Brakes have a problem when going down a slight incline once in a blue. Almost feels like it wants to lock up, had Honda Tech check out but naturally no show on the problem. Would like to put a better brake system, when these wear out. For the price paid on this car they should at least have disk all the way around on an LX. 16K on a civic is too much.
Good car, but no longer the best
thel, 07/17/2005
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I got this car mainly b/c I like the local Honda dealer so much. I retrospect, I wish I'd gone with the higher fun factor that you get with the Mazda Protege5 or the new 3. I would also like the wagon utility that the Honda doesn't have. The Civic has good ergonomics and a quiet cabin. It is easy to work on and gets great gas mileage. The 04 facelift is also far more appealing than the earlier Civics. On the down side the car is painfully slow due in part to the gearing which seems more interested in fuel economy than performance. The seats are also a bit uncomfortable on the long haul. Overall, the Civic is a good car but the Mazdas are a lot more fun.
very good car
hondamack, 08/10/2005
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my second honda civic , it is a 2004 si sedan. the buld quality is very good,but it is lacking power, especially when merging onto the highway.
Reliable Honda
arose, 08/21/2005
2004 Honda Civic Value Package 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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The Honda Civic really is the best value. I wish it had more horsepower. However, horsepower or not, in a few years it will be worth more than all other 2004's in its class.
Whats Not To Like?
JeromeGiraffe, 08/22/2005
2004 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This car never lets me down. Excellent quality build, decent performance for the size of engine and fabulous gas mileage. I am very pleased with this car, wish I'd been driving Hondas for the past 30 years instead of a series of disapointing North American vehicles.
Above average small compact
alljoy214, 09/05/2005
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Buying vehicles can be tough. Honda has been one of the leading dealerships that have economical cars that are reliable and fun to drive. The 2004 Honda Civic LX is very fun to drive. At the same time, bland as a banana. Overall, one of the best in the small compact division.
Can't Lose With A Honda Civic
Abraham White, 09/17/2005
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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The wife and I had our hearts set on a Toyota Corolla. We test drove one, sat down to negotiate the price, the salesman was playing their games so out of spite I told him we were going to go to Honda. We did, and test drove the Civic, out of spite, but fell in love with it. Better handling than Corolla, better stereo system, much more comfortable ride, less road noise, and better overall fit and finish. And best of all to the wife, it was better priced than a comparably equipped Corolla. After all it was Consumer Reports Car of the year in 2003 or 2004 I can't quite recall but you can look it up. Cheers.
Love My Civic
Sunny, 09/21/2005
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I traded in my 1998 Chevy Cavalier for a gently used 2004 Civic. My husband is all about Hondas (he currently drives a 2000 Honda Accord) so it wasn't hard to convince him that the Civic would be a safe and reliable purchase. It is easy to handle and is great on gas. I drive the highway a lot and there is minimal road noise inside the passenger compartment.
Amazing performance, bad body!
Berzerker77, 10/17/2005
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I love this car, it really performs well, and I believe the engine has a lot of life in it. That is if the body holds up. I was in a slight fender bender at about 5 MPH and the entire back end cracked. Other than the body though, this car is amazing, and is a definite buy.
Nice dependable car
Michael Ross, 01/26/2006
2004 Honda Civic Value Package 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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We've driven this Civic in all sorts of situations, city and country, and found it very reliable and very much what we were looking for. The fuel economy is good. Our single complaint is that the rear bumper is very easily damaged, and when damaged the whole bumper cover must be replaced. It would be nice if they would make it a little more crash resistant at low speeds.
The Best Car I Have Ever Had.....
dmk, 03/18/2006
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I really like this car, I bought it because I never heard anything bad about hondas and the vehicle that I did have was in and out of the shop all the time, plus I wanted something really good on gas (which it is). I have had my car over a year and haven't had a single problem with it. The interior is kinda cheap looking but I have seen my worse. I like the way it looks on the outside. They have solved the look issues on the 2006 model. I like all the safety features that come standard as well like the ability to lock everything so no one can get in to the trunk, gas tank without key. And the best part is you can't lock your keys in the car!!!!
Honda owner for life!
Lynda Alsup, 08/12/2006
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Mine is a Honda Civic EX - 5speed manual. I drive 85% highway and average 33mpg. Previous car was a V6 2000 GrandAM (automatic) and I am VERY impressed with the pick up & acceleration onto the highway with my Civic. I call it my 'poor man's BMW' but that's a compliment because it has the classic exterior styling of a BMW without the outrageous price tag. I've always been a GM buyer - especially Pontiac but after owning a Civic - I'm Honda forever!
There is nothing better than this!!!
Omer, 10/28/2006
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I have owned a BMW before I can attest to the fact having a reliable car is more important than having an fancier car. This car is a very simple car thus everything works as advertised. I have owned this car for almost 3-yrs now and I haven't had a single mechanical problem. Also trade-in value of this car is about $11000 even though I only paid $14500 for it about 3-yrs ago. This is not a performance car but it is an everyday winner. You can easily own this car for 10-yr worry free with regular interval oil-change and stuff. Just remember Honda's specialty is engines and these things live forever. I just love Hondas.
Best car ever
Charlynn, 01/27/2007
2004 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I just bought my 2004 Civic and it's already the best vehicle I've ever bought. It handles wonderfully and the gas mileage can't be beat. I am counting on having this car for at least 10-15 years because I know it will last!
My 2004 Honda LX
Leahcim, 11/27/2007
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Honda lives up to its reputation in that this car gets great gas mileage as well as good reliability. No major problems with my car which currently has 58000 miles on it.
first honda
billy, 03/15/2008
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Most uncomfortable car I have owned needs more comfortable seating, alloy wheels need to be standard. Anti-theft radio is a pain when you buy the car used and don't have code then you have to pay $60 to get the code from dealership. Love the dash lighting
Good Work or Run Around Town Car
John, 03/19/2008
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this to drive to and from work because of the dependability and resale. This is my first Honda and I bought it with just 23K. It replaced my Ford Escort. Gas mileage is about 1 or 2 MPG better than 2002 Escort. It sits better and has better acceleration than the Escort. Honda gets about 32-36 MPG to and from work which is about 8 miles in town, 34 miles on freeway. I do not just drive it in town. It gets twice as good of MPG as my Mountaineer!
Still going!!!
Zoom Zoom, 03/20/2008
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought the car new, it had 24 miles on it. Now it has 75,000 miles. I have made changes to the car. All with the intent for better gas mileage. Stock I was getting 33 mpg on the interstate at 75 mph. After dual exhaust, K&N air intake, summer tires, and it's not manual (automatic trans.); I now get 51 mpg on the interstate at 75-79 mph. Seriously basically stock 1.7L with an automatic stock trans. and 89 octane pump gas, I get 50 mpg. The city drive takes a toll on the gas mileage, due to the trans., I still get anywhere from 38 to 43mpg in the city. It is definitely not a racer, but it is what I paid for. I would like to have a little more power, but saving the gas money is great.
Great Car!
Happy Owner, 02/13/2022
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I had a Civic LX with 290,000 and loved it. Then I thought, I like the stronger engine and moon roof on the EX. So, I got the 2004 EX. One thing, watch and care with the exterior. But, really as with any car, the exterior is what it is. It has been a durable, reliable car. It still has the "Honda engine purrrr" at 172,000 miles. I love it. Now, it's the most stolen small car in America, so I keep it locked!
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SPIFFY HONDA
GoodHonda, 12/28/2003
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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Bought my 04 Honda Civic EX yesterday in Nighthawk Black and it is to die for. They had one with leather but I left it there and got cloth instead. First civic I had seen with leather. I love the way it looks in black and I love that the Alloy wheels are standard on the EX! Cute little car for the price but beware the option lady who will visit you and all the options look wonderful but the price's aren't. (6 disc in-dash changer)!
Solid Economy Car
Wxwzrd1, 12/09/2005
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Decided to try a Honda sedan after racking up over 235,000 miles on my 1993 Toyota pickup. Based on past performance and reliability, this looked like the perfect runner. I was not disappointed as the 1.7 is peppy when combined with the 5-speed--and gets about 30 mpg around town. All controls are easy to reach. Dash lights are great since you can adjust independently with and without the headlights on. Stereo is of excellent quality. Fold down seats are a bonus when extra room is needed for cargo. Suspension is solid and surprising-- doesn't feel like a typical subcompact. Front seats are slightly cramped but not uncomfortable. Seats have good support for long drives.
04 silver Honda Civic EX great clean car
Bro Dee, 06/19/2019
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car, great gas, low maintenance....very fast.
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