Used 2008 Honda Civic Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Sorry Guys but I guess I bought a Lemon
same_ole_ford, 02/28/2012
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
First the maintenance Rear tires have prematurely worn out twice due to a faulty alignment set up from Honda which they had refused to own up to even though they published a service bulletin about the problem. Left front drive shaft failed 42,000 miles replaced both rear wheel bearings at 65,000 miles now the rear shocks are leaking fluid and must be replaced as well. Also there is a Service bulletin about the engine block cracking and leaking antifreeze, which translates into a half done engine rebuild as Honda will not replace the whole engine. Everyone here talks about 70 MPH = 40+ MPG I drive mine 55 to 60 mph on the interstate the best ever is 34MPG. 1st and last Honda anything I buy
Over the Hill
ukyagr, 12/02/2013
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
The first year of ownership was great, but it has since been in steady decline. I bought this car based off of reputation, but unfortunately it will soon have to go. No longer can Honda claim reliability and high build quality with this vehicle. Problems include failing door locks, window motors, visors, blower fan electrical components, and A/C compressor failure. Honda has mailed extended warranties on paint and visors already. I expect eventual class action or warranty extension on the AC/blower issues - very common on this model. My dealer does not even charge me diagnostic fees on the AC or fan anymore. The car was babied and often garaged. All of these problems with only 62,000 miles.
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Great!
N.A., 10/10/2007
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After extensive research (a must being an engineer) and looking and test driving multiple cars, I settled on this model. It gives you all the extras you want with a reasonable price. The design is amazing, and fun to drive. I owned a 99 Honda EX Coupe and it was noisy on the highway. This one, however, it was really quiet. Inside is very spacious and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
Excellent Economical Car
Arthur Tucker, 06/03/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My wife and I needed a new car. We have owned 7 Accords since 1987, the latest being a 2002 Accord EX. We wanted Honda quality, reliability, and resale value, but needed better fuel economy (we got "only" 25 MPG highway with the 2002 Accord EX). We have had our red Civic EX for 2 weeks now, and love this car. This is a sharp looking car. It has a sun roof, alloy wheels and anti-lock brakes. The highway ride is smooth and acceptably quiet, although a couple of bumps on bridges on I-89 in Vermont were a bit jarring. For a trip from Boston to northern Vermont and halfway back which included mixed city, highway, and country driving, we got 36.5 MPG, on only our 3rd tankful of gas.
Give the CRV a whirl and you will love this car
Linda Stewart, 04/24/2018
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car was purchased new in 2009 so I have driven it for almost 10 years. If you have a bad back or your a senior like me it sits a little to close to the ground for comfort. It is very difficult to exit for a senior. This is the only negative thing I have to say about this car. The fuel economy is great & trunk space is huge for such a little car. I love the heated seats for winter & sun roof. It is easy to park & drive with great handling ability.
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