Used 2008 Honda Civic Consumer Reviews
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Eric, 02/22/2021
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
Watch out for any civic 06 to 09 because they may not last . I bought my 08 civic lx with 80000 miles on it. It felt like and looked like a great car. I paid $8000 for this car with a honda brand secret. The engine block has a tendency to crack just under or over 100000 miles. I was one of the unlucky considering it was a known defect by honda who only put a extended warranty that ran out just past 100000 miles. Not even a recall and they knew these models had engine issues which cost me $3500 for a newer engine from a 2010 with 42000 miles at a different mechanic. Even better honda was going to charge me almost $9000 for the same year engine with 175000 miles which is more than car is worth. Total money pit of a car.
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Econ class do it urself car
jmarloe, 06/03/2012
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought mine in early 2008 for 18.5 at 5%. It now has 98k miles on it, has been used for driving around the bay area in Cali for a job, multi trips from Cali to TX, and for the last 3 yrs I've used it for pizza delivery in TX. Some repairs I have done myself are replacing both cv axels at 70k for $160, tires at 55k miles with good-yrs $540, the starter at 90k for $132. I am by no means a mechanic I bought some basic tools, spent a few hrs researching and as you can see from other reviews I saved hundreds if not thousands of dollars doing it myself. This car has been through a lot but still runs like new and feels as though it will for another 98k.
My favorite car
My favorite car, 09/06/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I recently bought the 2008 Honda civic sedan LX and i love it. I have bought a lot of cars and this one has to be my favorite. I drove the accord it was great but i was just liking the civic more. The a/c isn't too great as everyone else says but i like to ride with the windows down anyway. The radio works really good. It has some get up and go when it's needed but definitely not the si. Other than the a/c the car is great!
More Than Happy
dsmnsn, 06/28/2008
2008 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was initially skeptical of the hybrid vehicles because I thought I would have to sacrifice so much for the sake of better fuel mileage. I couldn't have been more wrong. Now that the car has "broken in," I not only enjoy my daily drive, but I enjoy a minimum 44 MPG (even at $4/gallon fill-ups are less that $40) with top fuel mileage topping out at over 49 MPG. As far as performance, the car handles great and I don't feel like I've sacrificed anything on the road - acceleration is better than adequate and the car rolls nicely at 80-85mph. Part of me wants to be selfish and steer people away because increased supply will only drive up prices, but ultimately we'll all be better off. Get one!
Everything about it is just great!
Joseph K, 09/09/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
First off let me say how amazing this car is on gas millage. Driving to New York City from Buffalo has never been cheaper for me. Secondly, I am 6'4" and I fit wonderfully into this car. If you are as tall as I am I would highly recommend looking into this car. I am a second generation Honda owner and I honestly couldn't be happier with the design and performance of this civic. If you are looking for a fuel efficient car that gives a smooth ride and is fun to drive this is your ticket.