hello, i think i want a Civic!

secretmachines · 26th June 2008, 22:16

hey everyone, i'm looking at buying a new car and fancy a nearly new Civic.
would anyone advise against it?!

i think i'd be after a 1.8 petrol...

so i guess i have to ask the obvious questions like what are the things to look out for when buying a nearly new Civic... how much should i be looking to spend... what spec would/model would you recommend, etc.?

cheers everyone!

HappyMan · 26th June 2008, 22:41

HI Secretmachines,

WElcome to Civinfo.

I have had my car for about 6 months and I am loving it. I have the 1.8 Ex version and I am really liking it.

Take some time to read the forum and especially the wiki section Main Page - Civinfo Wiki

this will help you with a lot of info.

Choice of car is really for you to decide but if you like gadgets then the higher specs are recommended.

I would recommend the civic without question.

Happy reading!

del-gurl · 26th June 2008, 22:44

welcome secretmachines
i've just ordered my new civic, so i can't really advise you either way yet..
but the people on here are great and will keep you right...

Dimplyred · 26th June 2008, 23:34

Hi and welcome to civinfo

Happyman has given some good advice there.

I like the three door civics, so my choice in a 1.8 would be the Type S. Regarding price we have a number of online dealers that may be of use to you once you decide which model, spec and options you would like. Take a look here: Commercial - Civinfo but shop around on the internet and do some research to find out who is offering the best deals.

Have fun looking

secretmachines · 27th June 2008, 08:58

thanks for the warm welcome everyone!
i think i'd like a 5-door, i have to think practically... though the way the new Civic is styled, i don't think the 5door looks much bigger than the 3door.

i'll have a read over those links, thanks guys!

HappyMan · 27th June 2008, 09:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by secretmachines

thanks for the warm welcome everyone!
i think i'd like a 5-door, i have to think practically... though the way the new Civic is styled, i don't think the 5door looks much bigger than the 3door.

I have to agree with you on that point

You won't regret getting the civic, mainly because it just looks so damn cool

. And driving a car with such a great engine everyday always brings a smile to your face.

Enjoy your reading

secretmachines · 27th June 2008, 10:23

i think i'd go for either the Sport, ES or EX...

apart from mileage / wear / cost... would there be much difference between say a 55-plate ES and an 07-plate ES?

HappyMan · 27th June 2008, 10:45

The main difference would be that many of the 'problems' of owning a new model have been ironed out in the newer versions. After that it's down to cost I would say.

secretmachines · 27th June 2008, 10:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by HappyMan

The main difference would be that many of the 'problems' of owning a new model have been ironed out in the newer versions. After that it's down to cost I would say.

thanks happyman =)
do you know of any of the 'common problems' that were widely experienced in the earlier models?

HappyMan · 27th June 2008, 10:50

Take a look here: Faults - Civinfo Wiki that may help you out a bit

secretmachines · 27th June 2008, 10:51

great! i'll find my way around soon enough, thank you for your patience

HappyMan · 27th June 2008, 11:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by secretmachines

great! i'll find my way around soon enough, thank you for your patience

Don't worry, keep asking, we are a friendly bunch keen on helping each other. Take a look here too: Bugs, faults and irritations - Civinfo

Dimplyred · 27th June 2008, 11:11

Don't be alarmed when you read through the list if faults, they are not applicable to all civics. Some cars have had a few, some the odd one. They are just a collection that have been reported by all the members on here.

I am very pleased with mine

As I am sure Happyman is with his.

HappyMan · 27th June 2008, 11:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dimplyred

Don't be alarmed when you read through the list if faults, they are not applicable to all civics. Some cars have had a few, some the odd one. They are just a collection that have been reported by all the members on here.

I am very pleased with mine

As I am sure Happyman is with his.

Very good point DR, and yes I am VERY pleased with mine - never stop smiling when I look at it or am in it - My wife is seriously thinking of having me sectioned because of it.

illegalhunter · 27th June 2008, 14:41

welcome to the site

amronno · 2nd July 2008, 01:57

Hi!

Welcome to the site!
Totally agree with HM and DR!
Whatever specs you choose, it definitely is a great car!

After more than a year of ownership I still occasionally struggles against the need to take the detour back home!

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HappyMan Super Moderator Civinfo guru Join Date: 16th August 2007 Location: Poland Posts: 3,638 Thanks: 30 Thanked 91 Times in 85 Posts iTrader: (0)	HI Secretmachines, WElcome to Civinfo. I have had my car for about 6 months and I am loving it. I have the 1.8 Ex version and I am really liking it. Take some time to read the forum and especially the wiki section Main Page - Civinfo Wiki this will help you with a lot of info. Choice of car is really for you to decide but if you like gadgets then the higher specs are recommended. I would recommend the civic without question. Happy reading!

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del-gurl Valve Cap Join Date: 24th June 2008 Location: Craigavon, Northern Ireland Posts: 12 Thanks: 14 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	welcome secretmachines i've just ordered my new civic, so i can't really advise you either way yet.. but the people on here are great and will keep you right...

26th June 2008, 23:34	#4 (permalink)
Dimplyred Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 24th August 2007 Location: Staffordshire Posts: 5,727 Thanks: 21 Thanked 217 Times in 210 Posts iTrader: (0)	Hi and welcome to civinfo Happyman has given some good advice there. I like the three door civics, so my choice in a 1.8 would be the Type S. Regarding price we have a number of online dealers that may be of use to you once you decide which model, spec and options you would like. Take a look here: Commercial - Civinfo but shop around on the internet and do some research to find out who is offering the best deals. Have fun looking

27th June 2008, 08:58	#5 (permalink)
secretmachines Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 26th June 2008 Location: East Anglia Posts: 41 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	thanks for the warm welcome everyone! i think i'd like a 5-door, i have to think practically... though the way the new Civic is styled, i don't think the 5door looks much bigger than the 3door. i'll have a read over those links, thanks guys!

27th June 2008, 10:23	#7 (permalink)
secretmachines Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 26th June 2008 Location: East Anglia Posts: 41 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	i think i'd go for either the Sport, ES or EX... apart from mileage / wear / cost... would there be much difference between say a 55-plate ES and an 07-plate ES?

27th June 2008, 10:45	#8 (permalink)
HappyMan Super Moderator Civinfo guru Join Date: 16th August 2007 Location: Poland Posts: 3,638 Thanks: 30 Thanked 91 Times in 85 Posts iTrader: (0)	The main difference would be that many of the 'problems' of owning a new model have been ironed out in the newer versions. After that it's down to cost I would say.

27th June 2008, 10:50	#10 (permalink)
HappyMan Super Moderator Civinfo guru Join Date: 16th August 2007 Location: Poland Posts: 3,638 Thanks: 30 Thanked 91 Times in 85 Posts iTrader: (0)	Take a look here: Faults - Civinfo Wiki that may help you out a bit

27th June 2008, 10:51	#11 (permalink)
secretmachines Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 26th June 2008 Location: East Anglia Posts: 41 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	great! i'll find my way around soon enough, thank you for your patience

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Dimplyred Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 24th August 2007 Location: Staffordshire Posts: 5,727 Thanks: 21 Thanked 217 Times in 210 Posts iTrader: (0)	Don't be alarmed when you read through the list if faults, they are not applicable to all civics. Some cars have had a few, some the odd one. They are just a collection that have been reported by all the members on here. I am very pleased with mine As I am sure Happyman is with his.

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amronno So Long Folks! Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 8th August 2007 Location: Bergen, Norway Posts: 858 Thanks: 19 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts iTrader: (0)	Hi! Welcome to the site! Totally agree with HM and DR! Whatever specs you choose, it definitely is a great car! After more than a year of ownership I still occasionally struggles against the need to take the detour back home!