Used 2005 Honda Civic EX Special Edition 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
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Blew Head Gasket in Early Life, Great Reliability After
mrsheng, Laguna Niguel, CA, 11/25/2012
Honda Civic EX Special Edition 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle used back in 2008 when it had around 30K mileage. My car was particularly unique because it had dealer installed custom interior seats and door panels (black faux leather vinyl). As far as reliability and build quality, I rated it 3 out of 5. My car blew a head gasket at 40K miles. I don't know what caused it, but my only guess was the thermostat. After much research online, it was a common problem. I wonder if Honda had irregular thermostats installed in their Civics. Anyways, after I took my car to the dealership for repair...the car has been working great ever since. 115K miles going strong and engine still sounds great.
Haunted Honda
Misplaced trust, Seldovia, AK, 08/27/2022
Honda Civic EX Special Edition 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
First, Shame on me for not doing a thorough check out before buying this dud. Instead i trusted the Honda reputation, superficial appearance, "low miles' and the person selling. (Have had 2 other Civics, at different times, Hatchback models. Hence reputation trust.) Also wanted a manual trans which this had. This is a coupe EX model w a 1.7L engine Initially it was the check engine light. Different individuals w diagnostic testers said it was something w exhaust sensors and catalyst. So put in a catalyst product and premium fuel. Light went out for a short time. Didn't seem to affect performance. Next was over heating: 1. Replaced water pump; 2. Replaced thermostat; 3. Flushed radiator; 4. Put in CRC nano particle fluid for cracked block/head gasket. No solutions more than very temporary. No indicators like fluid on ground; water in oil; or white/bluish exhaust. Third was sometimes failure to re-start subsequent to arrival at a destination. Replaced battery since existing one wouldn't crank engine after a week. No solution to restart issue. Was suggested, since apparently getting no fuel, the fuel pump had overheated. (Indeed, the manual says fuel pump cooled by gas in tank. So never let tank get below 1/4 level.) Have bought new, quality, fuel pump. Not installed, since i've seen some comments about a 'main relay'. (Not clear to me if this is a fuel system relay. Or a more encompassing relay.) Am tempted to sell to someone else. Let them try to sus out what and why. This Civic is an EX model, manual trans
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So far so good...
Chelsofpdx, 01/05/2005
Honda Civic EX Special Edition 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I did my homework before buying this car and have to admit that I'm quite pleased. The car "feels" good while driving it and is more sporty than I've expected. The ride is a lot more quiet than comparable cars (i.e. Toyota Corolla and Pontiac Sunfire) The instruments are ergonomically positioned and easy to reach. The interior is visually pleasing. The trunk is more spacious than expected. It's the first time I've ever felt that I got my money's worth from a car purchase.
Head Gasket Problem
HondaCivic05, Huntington Beach, CA, 11/28/2020
Honda Civic EX Special Edition 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have the EX Coupe model. I put 200K miles in this car so far. It blew a head gasket twice. It cost me $2.5K to fix at the dealership each time. I thought Honda's were supposed to be reliable, but not this model and year. I'd tread carefully if you're thinking of buying a used 2005 Civic. I babied my car too. I replaced my timing belt, water pump, coolant/transmission fluid all at service times/mileage. The transmission seems to be decent at 200K, it slips sometimes but I think it can go another 50K-75K before I see issues with it. A lot of wear and tear after 150K. But that's a given due to mileage (wheel bearings, axel bolts/struts, radiator, starter, etc.). No issues with a/c yet. Let's just say I probably won't go back to Honda since it seems like the same type of repair cost to other car brands.
Civic Ex SE
Civic Ex SE, 02/25/2005
Honda Civic EX Special Edition 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I like the gas mileage, although I wonder if I shouldn't have purchased a hybrid since the gas prices are soaring. The car has an appealing design and it's comfortable and dependable.