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I understand your concerns and it's probably something troubling new members or ones that have also recently ordered. Topical web forums by nature tend to focus on negative aspects. Its often the only place where queries, concerns or requests for advice is easily found. Look at all the help and advice, how-to's and fixes members here have posted for the benefit of others. In terms of faults and niggles, if I hadn't found/joined the forum I wouldn't have been aware of any issues with the fuel filler cap, would have thought my noisy window was unique etc. Its a way of ascertaining whether problems are unique or common-place. The forum is also a place to impart opinion hence some of our members expressing unhappiness or annoyance with the cars + Honda.
In reality whilst there are clearly certain issues with the cars, the vast majority are minor faults and niggles. Rarely has a serious fault come to light. Some members have obviously had more faults that others and this seems to be with the earlier produced models. The car is brand new, from scratch and faults are to be expected, this is true of all new cars, niggles are fixed throughout the lifespan .Seemingly as the months go by the quality is improving and numbe of faults reported reducing. Clearly Honda are slowly recognising the faults and taking action to remedy them. I have also found my dealer helpful in dealing with the few issues I have had, and there are similarly pleasing storys on the forum. Unfortunately there have been a few unhappy punters who have not recieved the service they deserve. In my opinion the problems are minor and while annoying do not detract too much from the enjoyment of the car because the positives make the car a pleasure to own.
You were obviously attracted by the funky looks as were many others, once I saw it I had to have one! The advantages and differences over other cars in the class are marked. The exterior styling is one thing, really stands out in a sea of Astras, Golfs and 'focii', the dashboard in fantastic, draws looks from everyone at traffic lights, is logical and simple to use. The standard kit available on the models is far above similarly priced models from competitors. Overall the build quality is good and looks set to last. The engines are superb, especially the diesel. The car is fun to drive, grips well and makes normally boring journeys fun.
Look beyond the negative comments and threads, as said above this is typical of web forums. The vast majority of members really love their cars and take great pride in them. Your model is presumably being built this year which makes me confident some of the issues affecting earlier models will have been looked at. Any faults you have will (fingers crossed) be minor and you've already made postive remarks about your local dealer. If you want piece of mind ring them and seek assurances they will fix any issues for you.
I'm confident most people will back me up on this and agree the car is superb once you look beyond the minor faults this far! If you don't like it I'll buy you a TT or something!
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