Options Which Options?

rgreening · 12th June 2008, 13:24

I'm now looking at what options there are and if they offer value for money.
Therefore I'd be interested in knowing what everybodies thoughts are on the following options

Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with?
Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these?
Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money?
Towbar - Fixed or removable?
HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket?
IPOD adaptor - is this worth it?

Thanks guys

NEEMSTAR · 12th June 2008, 13:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

I'm now looking at what options there are and if they offer value for money.
Therefore I'd be interested in knowing what everybodies thoughts are on the following options

Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with? yes
Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these? depends how good you are

you do get used to the poor visibility (large wing mirrors)
Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money? make the car look better imo
Towbar - Fixed or removable? removable or its an eyesore

HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket? glorified loudspeaker - go aftermarket
IPOD adaptor - is this worth it? couldn't comment but reading comments on here, some people feel its not worth what you pay

Thanks guys

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Vet_2010 · 12th June 2008, 13:46

Personally I don't think the Image Pack is any where near worth the £1500 that Honda quote for it. However!! If you can get it included in the deal at a good reduced price, it makes such a difference to the car, especially the 5-door! In fact I doubt I'd buy another 5-door without it!
Out of the others you mentioned I'd be quite tempted to go for the parking sensors. I didn't and I've come across so many situations where I wish I had, there's no doubting rear visibility in the Civic is poor and anything thats going to help is bound to be worthwhile.
As far as the iPod connection is concerned, the general concensus on this forum seems to be avoid it. Functionaility is very limited, I just stick to mp3 CDs. There's a good review of the Honda iPod connection by PJR here - Honda Ipod Connector Review

parsnip · 12th June 2008, 13:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

I'm now looking at what options there are and if they offer value for money.
Therefore I'd be interested in knowing what everybodies thoughts are on the following options

Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with? i decided to chance it and not, as long as you have recovery or something
Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these? if you're confident at parking then they would be worth the money, the visiblility isn't very good
Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money?
Towbar - Fixed or removable?
HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket? It works great for me with a K750i
IPOD adaptor - is this worth it? I got it, but it's definitely not worth the money. I knew that before i got it, but the other options available (apart from an itrip) didnt seem to offer any more without adding more screens and bits

Thanks guys

Answers in red ^^

bucketp · 12th June 2008, 14:36

I really cant understand why anyone needs parking sensors, you use the mirror or turn and look out if the rear window when reversing, and if you checked there is nothing behind before, you reverse the rear window is just a couple of inches from the rear of the car, its not difficult. (I just know im going to get stick for this)

HappyMan · 12th June 2008, 15:00

Sorry Guys I must be a wuss but I need Parking sensors and I don't mind admitting it

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To me they are just a help when getting into a tight space or reversing towards something - obviously you have to keep watching what's going on around you even with the sensors.

Unknownsoldier · 12th June 2008, 15:03

I like parking sensors as they beeep when you hit the annoying child trying to steal your badges

No seriously, they are worthwhile, especially if your like me, just want a bit of extra reasssurance.

Tom

NoNumpty · 12th June 2008, 15:12

I'd say

Space Saver - yes
Parking Sensors - yes but not Honda ones

Can't comment on the others cos' not even looked at these yet but I am considering rear window tints

Unknownsoldier · 12th June 2008, 15:14

Space Saver wheel - YES
Rear Parking Sensor - YES
Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - HAVE TO DECIDE ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS, HOWEVER BASS WORKS IS CRAP BY ALL ACCOUNTS.
Towbar - REMOVABLE
HFC - MINES FINE
IPOD adaptor - NO

Dave 8o] · 12th June 2008, 15:28

Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with?
Didn't bother, I actually prefer to have the extra space in the boot. Its a risk, but you get 3 years recovery with the car (well I did anyway)

Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these?
These came as standard on my EX, they're OK but I've never really had to put them to the test.

Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money?
Didn't see the point in lining Honda's pockets further, I don't think they do anything for the car imho.

Towbar - Fixed or removable?
Don't need one, I have nothing to tow.

HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket?
I've used the one that came with my EX a few times, it's OK but if I had to use it regularly I think I'd look at moving the MIC to the right hand side of the light panel as the system or doing this fix.

IPOD adaptor - is this worth it?
I got this fitted at half price. It works OK for me, but I listen to Audiobooks mainly so I don't have to do much in the way of changing tracks etc. I just created the necessary Playlists, put my audiobooks into the first one and plugged it in. I'm using my old iPod Mini, which has a knackered battery so I just leave it in the car all the time, my book starts playing from where it left off when I start the car.

For music I generally use MP3 CDs simply because it's easier and I can see the track info on the SatNav screen.

pjr · 12th June 2008, 16:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

I'm now looking at what options there are and if they offer value for money.
Therefore I'd be interested in knowing what everybodies thoughts are on the following options

Space Saver wheel - I think it's worth having, as there will be situations where the can of gunk to repair the tyre won't get you going.
Rear Parking Sensor - I've got them, and find them really good, albeit a little expensive. Depends what sort of car you are used to, and how you find the rear visibility.
Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Can't comment, but have recently bought the trunk spoiler only (which comes as part of the Image Pack IIRC) Thir really improves the look of the rear of the car.
Towbar - Can't comment, don't have a need for it.
HFC - Don't need this either
IPOD adaptor - IMO not worth the full price, but if you can get a discount off it then it is worth it. Lots of people complain about the limited functionality, but as long as you accept what it can and can't do it may be the right solution for you. I fitted mine myself after buying it from Holdcroft Honda. Also a link in the wiki to the functionality of the iPod connector. Honda supplied iPod link - Civinfo Wiki

FWH · 12th June 2008, 19:04

Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with?
- Depends on how often you plan to have a puncture.

Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these?
- They do really help. I have them. I am glad I do.

Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money?
- Concert - no. The other are a matter of what you think...some are expensive but very nice (Image..).

Towbar - Fixed or removable?
- Fixed is less maintance. Removable does need to be lubricated from time to time.

HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket?
- You get one in the EX. If you are not buying a EX you may want to look at a Parrot rather than the Honda optional one.

IPOD adaptor - is this worth it?
- The Honda one...no. Have a look at Connects2 in the Wiki

DeanFYoung · 12th June 2008, 19:39

Parking sensors definitely, I find them very effective!
I do really like the image pack, but at £1500.00 its too much IMO, if you can get it cheaper or free then defo.

FWH · 12th June 2008, 20:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeanFYoung

Parking sensors definitely, I find them very effective!
I do really like the image pack, but at £1500.00 its too much IMO, if you can get it cheaper or free then defo.

I´ll have one of those free image packs if anyone is handing them out.

Coldwarkid · 15th June 2008, 19:36

The only option you need is Leather.

Rossman · 15th June 2008, 19:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with? Personally I prefer having the extra boot space, to be honest, I never changed the tyre when I had the space saver on my old car - just used a recovery agent via my Insurance policy
Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these? Had these on my old car (mk3 Mondeo) and they were useful, I don't have them on my Civic and have not had any difficulties reverse parking as the rear of the car is only a couple of inches proud of the rear windscreen
Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money? Don't know much about these packs, so can't advise on them
Towbar - Fixed or removable? Don't have a need for one
HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket? If you get an EX model it will come with HFT as standard, if not, I would go aftermarket
IPOD adaptor - is this worth it? No experience of using one

Thanks guys

Answers in Red

john_lickman · 17th June 2008, 16:42

Had my Civic for just over 10 months now. For what its worth, here's my two cents worth...

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with?

IMHO No! I don't like space savers on principle. I only get a punctures at the start of a long journey with a short time to do it in! They never feel right and I struggle to keep to the imposed speed limit.

You can't fit a full sized wheel in the boot (easily), so the tyre sealant is the only option for me. The tyre sealant works well BTW!

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these?

Yes, very much so! Given the limited rear visibility with the Civic, rear sensors are very useful. Honda standard ones are good because they come pre-fitted before delivery. Other manufacturers can provide sensors more cheaply.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money?

If the fittings you want are available in an option pack, that's generally a cheaper solution. If an option pack has fittings that you don't need, then check whether buying the fittings seperately is the cheaper option.

Play with the Honda web based option configurator to see which is the best option for you.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

Towbar - Fixed or removable?

Don't have one, can't help.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket?

Like parking sensors, if you really want one from day one, the Honda original works very well. I have one fitted to my car and am very happy with it. Are there cheaper options out there? Yes. However, you either need to fit them yourself or find a good fitter. Take your pick!

Quote:

Originally Posted by rgreening

IPOD adaptor - is this worth it?

Based on advice from this forum, I didn't go with the Honda version. Functionally, it's quite limited. I have a Dension Ice Link which works really well. However, it took me several weeks to source the bits and find a good ICE fitter to fit them for me (I didn't want to start ripping the Civic console apart this early in the car's life).

NoNumpty · 17th June 2008, 16:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by john_lickman

IMHO No! I don't like space savers on principle. I only get a punctures at the start of a long journey with a short time to do it in! They never feel right and I struggle to keep to the imposed speed limit.

You can't fit a full sized wheel in the boot (easily), so the tyre sealant is the only option for me. The tyre sealant works well BTW!

Yes but using the tyre sealant means a new tyre - you can't get it repaired

£20 for a repair vs £100 for new tyre - mmmm know what I prefer

john_lickman · 19th June 2008, 11:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by NoNumpty

Yes but using the tyre sealant means a new tyre - you can't get it repaired

£20 for a repair vs £100 for new tyre - mmmm know what I prefer

Each to their own, I suppose.

The law of S#d says I only ever get punctures when I'm in a hurry and have a long way to go. Space savers limit your speed and always feel funny to drive.

This means that I want to get the space saver off ASAP, but the afore said law always kicks in and I end up rushed off my feet and don't get time to get the puncture repaired.

My ideal solution, by a long way, would be to have a full size spare wheel and tyre. But experience has shown that the tyre sealant seems to work very well and I'm a lot more confident with it than I used to be.

NoNumpty · 19th June 2008, 12:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by john_lickman

Each to their own, I suppose.

The law of S#d says I only ever get punctures when I'm in a hurry and have a long way to go. Space savers limit your speed and always feel funny to drive.

This means that I want to get the space saver off ASAP, but the afore said law always kicks in and I end up rushed off my feet and don't get time to get the puncture repaired.

My ideal solution, by a long way, would be to have a full size spare wheel and tyre. But experience has shown that the tyre sealant seems to work very well and I'm a lot more confident with it than I used to be.

Yeap if in a rush or had a long way to go and the tyre wasn't new, I would probably opt for the sealant.

Agree - best is for a full size tyre

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rgreening Valve Cap Join Date: 27th May 2008 Location: Oswestry Posts: 15 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	Which Options? I'm now looking at what options there are and if they offer value for money. Therefore I'd be interested in knowing what everybodies thoughts are on the following options Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with? Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these? Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money? Towbar - Fixed or removable? HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket? IPOD adaptor - is this worth it? Thanks guys

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HappyMan Super Moderator Civinfo guru Join Date: 16th August 2007 Location: Poland Posts: 3,599 Thanks: 30 Thanked 91 Times in 85 Posts iTrader: (0)	Sorry Guys I must be a wuss but I need Parking sensors and I don't mind admitting it. To me they are just a help when getting into a tight space or reversing towards something - obviously you have to keep watching what's going on around you even with the sensors.

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Vet_2010 Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 19th December 2007 Location: Northern Ireland / Glasgow Posts: 406 Thanks: 18 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (0)	Personally I don't think the Image Pack is any where near worth the £1500 that Honda quote for it. However!! If you can get it included in the deal at a good reduced price, it makes such a difference to the car, especially the 5-door! In fact I doubt I'd buy another 5-door without it! Out of the others you mentioned I'd be quite tempted to go for the parking sensors. I didn't and I've come across so many situations where I wish I had, there's no doubting rear visibility in the Civic is poor and anything thats going to help is bound to be worthwhile. As far as the iPod connection is concerned, the general concensus on this forum seems to be avoid it. Functionaility is very limited, I just stick to mp3 CDs. There's a good review of the Honda iPod connection by PJR here - Honda Ipod Connector Review

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bucketp Exiled Englishman Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 23rd October 2007 Location: Peebles, Scottish Borders Posts: 422 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (0)	I really cant understand why anyone needs parking sensors, you use the mirror or turn and look out if the rear window when reversing, and if you checked there is nothing behind before, you reverse the rear window is just a couple of inches from the rear of the car, its not difficult. (I just know im going to get stick for this)

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Unknownsoldier Esox Lucius Rules!!!!!!!! Civinfo guru Join Date: 22nd September 2007 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 2,818 Thanks: 81 Thanked 32 Times in 30 Posts iTrader: (0)	I like parking sensors as they beeep when you hit the annoying child trying to steal your badges No seriously, they are worthwhile, especially if your like me, just want a bit of extra reasssurance. Tom

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NoNumpty Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 20th May 2008 Location: Cheshire UK Posts: 788 Thanks: 26 Thanked 30 Times in 29 Posts iTrader: (0)	I'd say Space Saver - yes Parking Sensors - yes but not Honda ones Can't comment on the others cos' not even looked at these yet but I am considering rear window tints

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Unknownsoldier Esox Lucius Rules!!!!!!!! Civinfo guru Join Date: 22nd September 2007 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 2,818 Thanks: 81 Thanked 32 Times in 30 Posts iTrader: (0)	Space Saver wheel - YES Rear Parking Sensor - YES Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - HAVE TO DECIDE ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS, HOWEVER BASS WORKS IS CRAP BY ALL ACCOUNTS. Towbar - REMOVABLE HFC - MINES FINE IPOD adaptor - NO

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Dave 8o] Valve Cap Join Date: 29th December 2007 Location: Leeds Posts: 43 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with? Didn't bother, I actually prefer to have the extra space in the boot. Its a risk, but you get 3 years recovery with the car (well I did anyway) Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these? These came as standard on my EX, they're OK but I've never really had to put them to the test. Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money? Didn't see the point in lining Honda's pockets further, I don't think they do anything for the car imho. Towbar - Fixed or removable? Don't need one, I have nothing to tow. HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket? I've used the one that came with my EX a few times, it's OK but if I had to use it regularly I think I'd look at moving the MIC to the right hand side of the light panel as the system or doing this fix. IPOD adaptor - is this worth it? I got this fitted at half price. It works OK for me, but I listen to Audiobooks mainly so I don't have to do much in the way of changing tracks etc. I just created the necessary Playlists, put my audiobooks into the first one and plugged it in. I'm using my old iPod Mini, which has a knackered battery so I just leave it in the car all the time, my book starts playing from where it left off when I start the car. For music I generally use MP3 CDs simply because it's easier and I can see the track info on the SatNav screen.

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FWH Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 3rd June 2007 Location: Sweden Posts: 6,469 Thanks: 20 Thanked 84 Times in 77 Posts iTrader: (0)	Space Saver wheel - Is it worth bothering with? - Depends on how often you plan to have a puncture. Rear Parking Sensor - Do you really need these? - They do really help. I have them. I am glad I do. Option packs (City, Image,Prestige, Concert) - Are they worth the money? - Concert - no. The other are a matter of what you think...some are expensive but very nice (Image..). Towbar - Fixed or removable? - Fixed is less maintance. Removable does need to be lubricated from time to time. HFC - Is it worth it or should I go for aftermarket? - You get one in the EX. If you are not buying a EX you may want to look at a Parrot rather than the Honda optional one. IPOD adaptor - is this worth it? - The Honda one...no. Have a look at Connects2 in the Wiki

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DeanFYoung Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 19th June 2007 Location: Southampton Posts: 713 Thanks: 12 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts iTrader: (0)	Parking sensors definitely, I find them very effective! I do really like the image pack, but at £1500.00 its too much IMO, if you can get it cheaper or free then defo.

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Coldwarkid Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 5th February 2008 Location: A van down by the river Posts: 285 Thanks: 4 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (0)	The only option you need is Leather.