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tackle2004 · 1st April 2007, 12:46

Hello which one do I buy been offerd two civics both in silver and am unsure which one to choose. Both are the same price

1st SE plus leather
2nd standard sport

Both 2.2 diesel

WHICH ONE DO I BUY HELP

Topcat · 1st April 2007, 12:58

Depends if you prefer leather or slightly bigger wheels!

What mileage have they done?

PJS · 1st April 2007, 13:11

Aside from mileage, I would hazard a guess that the SE + leather is likely to retain more of its value further down the line.

Topcat · 1st April 2007, 13:20

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Originally Posted by PJSkel

Aside from mileage, I would hazard a guess that the SE + leather is likely to retain more of its value further down the line.

Yep - the leather seats will look new for far longer, the standard seats look old very quickly, mine do I really regret not having leather now

sco77harris · 1st April 2007, 18:31

i would go for leather

czechplastik · 1st April 2007, 18:55

I say Sport, the extra kit, inc. the HID's will be worth more in time.

HondaHeaven · 1st April 2007, 20:06

I'd say leather also, seats are a mare to keep clean and you will always be vaccuming and thinking why didn't I get leather.

If you get the SE you will only be missing the 17 inch wheels which look more of a pain to clean, aluminium foot rest but you can but that, and also HID lights but some Blue Vision bulbs and LED sidelights will make it look like it has HID.

But at the end of the day the decision is yours - out of interest what price and plates are they, do they have front fogs also?

Foggy69 · 1st April 2007, 22:18

What is it with leather seats???
On a cold morning they are freezing cold to sit on.
In the summer, they burn your b*m.
Go for the big alloys and HID lights

Topcat · 1st April 2007, 22:23

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Originally Posted by tackle2004

WHICH ONE DO I BUY HELP

No doubt everyone's difference of opinion is really helping you make your choice lol

czechplastik · 2nd April 2007, 00:29

I'm never wrong, follow my advice and I'll keep you right

apemonkeyman · 2nd April 2007, 09:29

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Originally Posted by Foggy69

What is it with leather seats???
On a cold morning they are freezing cold to sit on.
In the summer, they burn your b*m.
Go for the big alloys and HID lights

Ahh, but on cold mornings you flick a switch & magically your arse heats up...

l-noel · 2nd April 2007, 09:32

Trust me, test drive both, and take the one which suit you... Did one of them have glassroof, if yes take it !

Foggy69 · 2nd April 2007, 10:26

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Originally Posted by apemonkeyman

Ahh, but on cold mornings you flick a switch & magically your arse heats up...

The car I had before had leather seats with heaters, and after about 3-4 minutes, then yes, nice and toasty, but climbing into it before it had heated up was NOT a pleasant experience.
Cloth seats are much nicer in my opinion.

apemonkeyman · 2nd April 2007, 11:05

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Originally Posted by Foggy69

The car I had before had leather seats with heaters, and after about 3-4 minutes, then yes, nice and toasty, but climbing into it before it had heated up was NOT a pleasant experience.
Cloth seats are much nicer in my opinion.

Whoops, we are having the same conversation on 2 different threads!

lippy · 2nd April 2007, 12:18

Very much a personal decision!!

Which do you prefer - Better and brighter lights or leather comfort? I prefer the better lights!! And my wheels are easy to clean 17" Accord wheels so no probs there.

But then I'm biased as I own a Sport.......

Lexie · 2nd April 2007, 12:35

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Originally Posted by lippy

Very much a personal decision!!

Which do you prefer - Better and brighter lights or leather comfort? I prefer the better lights!! And my wheels are easy to clean 17" Accord wheels so no probs there.

But then I'm biased as I own a Sport.......

I agree with Lippy (altho I too have a Sport).

I love the fact that I have improved night vision with the HID headlights, I also have a leather steering wheel, great wheels (which look brill when cleaned and tyre dressed) and front fogs which increase the night vision even further.

Do the leather seats automatically come with heating? Would have thought that would be an added extra.

Looks wise the Sport is better....

grebble · 2nd April 2007, 12:44

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Originally Posted by Lexie

Do the leather seats automatically come with heating? Would have thought that would be an added extra.

All Civic leather seats come with heaters. Also, it appears (on mine anyway) the seat backs are heated as well as the seats themselves!

Personally I would always choose a car with leather. The seats are more comfortable and look nicer for longer.

lippy · 2nd April 2007, 12:48

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Originally Posted by Lexie

I agree with Lippy (altho I too have a Sport).

I love the fact that I have improved night vision with the HID headlights, I also have a leather steering wheel, great wheels (which look brill when cleaned and tyre dressed) and front fogs which increase the night vision even further.

Do the leather seats automatically come with heating? Would have thought that would be an added extra.

Looks wise the Sport is better....

I too have the front fogs on mysport which are invaluble. I do use them when it's really dark and raining on side roads where there's no street lighting as well as in foggy conditions. Much better to see and be seen!

PS - fogs were an extra on sports on older models but are standard now, so also depends on how old the cars are that you are looking at.

Obo · 2nd April 2007, 21:30

Go for the SE with leather no doubt
I would imagine the cloth seats take a fair bit of looking after (as topcat says above)

Foggy69 · 2nd April 2007, 21:38

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Originally Posted by Obo

Go for the SE with leather no doubt
I would imagine the cloth seats take a fair bit of looking after (as topcat says above)

The only looking after I have to do with cloth seats is give them a quick hoover when I hoover the inside of the car.
Don't you need to treat leather with something to stop it going funny

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Topcat Supporter Civinfo guru Join Date: 11th May 2006 Location: Middlesex Posts: 2,743 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (0)	Depends if you prefer leather or slightly bigger wheels! What mileage have they done?

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PJS Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 27th May 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 431 Thanks: 0 Thanked 15 Times in 12 Posts iTrader: (0)	Aside from mileage, I would hazard a guess that the SE + leather is likely to retain more of its value further down the line.

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sco77harris Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 5th June 2006 Location: stanmore london Posts: 978 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	i would go for leather

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czechplastik King of the rodeo Civinfo guru Join Date: 24th October 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 4,500 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I say Sport, the extra kit, inc. the HID's will be worth more in time.

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HondaHeaven Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 9th September 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 48 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I'd say leather also, seats are a mare to keep clean and you will always be vaccuming and thinking why didn't I get leather. If you get the SE you will only be missing the 17 inch wheels which look more of a pain to clean, aluminium foot rest but you can but that, and also HID lights but some Blue Vision bulbs and LED sidelights will make it look like it has HID. But at the end of the day the decision is yours - out of interest what price and plates are they, do they have front fogs also?

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Foggy69 Vivid Blue Rocks!!! Rocketship door handle Join Date: 5th December 2006 Location: Westerham Posts: 1,067 Thanks: 2 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts iTrader: (0)	What is it with leather seats??? On a cold morning they are freezing cold to sit on. In the summer, they burn your b*m. Go for the big alloys and HID lights

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czechplastik King of the rodeo Civinfo guru Join Date: 24th October 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 4,500 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I'm never wrong, follow my advice and I'll keep you right

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l-noel Wine and cooking ! Rocketship door handle Join Date: 5th December 2006 Location: Roanne-France Posts: 1,227 Thanks: 3 Thanked 7 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (0)	Trust me, test drive both, and take the one which suit you... Did one of them have glassroof, if yes take it !

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lippy Bournemouth Belle Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 10th January 2007 Location: Bournemouth Posts: 415 Thanks: 1 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (0)	Very much a personal decision!! Which do you prefer - Better and brighter lights or leather comfort? I prefer the better lights!! And my wheels are easy to clean 17" Accord wheels so no probs there. But then I'm biased as I own a Sport.......

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Obo Rusty Nut! Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 15th March 2007 Location: Weston-super-Mare Posts: 615 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Go for the SE with leather no doubt I would imagine the cloth seats take a fair bit of looking after (as topcat says above)