Type R - Rear End View Options - Page 2

vtec-hungry · 8th September 2007, 23:26

really want one with rear wipers, any idea? is it remotely possible?

FWH · 8th September 2007, 23:28

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Originally Posted by vtec-hungry

really want one with rear wipers, any idea? is it remotely possible?

Not without seriously costly custom building.

Unless you meant a photoshop version???

Type S Bournemouth · 8th September 2007, 23:32

I much prefer the spoiler where it is now. When its up top it looks like a chavs add on.

czechplastik · 9th September 2007, 02:40

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Originally Posted by vtec-hungry

really want one with rear wipers, any idea? is it remotely possible?

Why? It DOES NOT need one!

vtec-hungry · 9th September 2007, 09:33

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Originally Posted by czechplastik

Why? It DOES NOT need one!

it does not need one? so it doesnt get wet?

jayt43 · 9th September 2007, 10:05

The Civic doesn't need a wiper so long as it starts raining when you're on the move. As soon as you get stuck in traffic though, it's fair to say that quite a few owners would prefer one onboard.

No doubt our resident expert will chip in later to add some weight to the argument. And who knows, if the rumours are true, the Civic might be getting one anyway!

FWH · 9th September 2007, 10:19

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Originally Posted by jayt43

The Civic doesn't need a wiper so long as it starts raining when you're on the move. As soon as you get stuck in traffic though, it's fair to say that quite a few owners would prefer one onboard.

Also, similairly, I find that when starting off and the rear window is wet from rain it would be handy with a wiper.
Not an enourmous problem, but still...

jayt43 · 9th September 2007, 10:28

Yes, indeedy.

vtec-hungry · 9th September 2007, 16:32

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Originally Posted by FWH

Also, similairly, I find that when starting off and the rear window is wet from rain it would be handy with a wiper.
Not an enourmous problem, but still...

this is actually my main concern

MoMatic · 9th September 2007, 16:34

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Originally Posted by vtec-hungry

this is actually my main concern

Test drove the type r for 3 days - it rained. This is not a problem at all. The rain just doesn't bother you.

FWH · 9th September 2007, 18:57

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Originally Posted by vtec-hungry

this is actually my main concern

It is no biggie - really.
Even though I have a non-R which is slightly better than the R on this point.

You learn to live with it and the mirrors are really good.
Don´t decide against the car on that point alone.
But why not get the parking sensors - I did.

Just been driving a MB Vito.
Compared to that rear vision in the Civic is great!

vtec-hungry · 9th September 2007, 21:58

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Originally Posted by MoMatic

Test drove the type r for 3 days - it rained. This is not a problem at all. The rain just doesn't bother you.

test drove for 3 days???

vtec-hungry · 9th September 2007, 22:00

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Originally Posted by FWH

It is no biggie - really.
Even though I have a non-R which is slightly better than the R on this point.

You learn to live with it and the mirrors are really good.
Don´t decide against the car on that point alone.
But why not get the parking sensors - I did.

Just been driving a MB Vito.
Compared to that rear vision in the Civic is great!

parking sensor just costs tooooo much man!

MoMatic · 9th September 2007, 22:37

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Originally Posted by vtec-hungry

test drove for 3 days???

Yes - 3 days organised by Nortonway Honda.

vtec-hungry · 10th September 2007, 13:07

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Originally Posted by MoMatic

Yes - 3 days organised by Nortonway Honda.

cool

Munro · 26th September 2007, 23:16

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Originally Posted by czechplastik

I think I prefer the one we got. I like the rear windscreen better and I think the concept is too similar to the previous gen.

Having had mine for a week, I have changed my mind and agree with you - the novel Honda design does work and looks good. The spoiler is perfectly positioned for blocking out dazzling headlights from behind and there is more than adequate visibility to the rear with the large wing mirrors and central rear view mirror. I have never reached for the missing rear wiper button either, despite the wet weather.

andylinney · 2nd July 2008, 18:52

I'm just about to rain-x my rear window - which should allow the rain to just run straight off. I'd like a rear wiper but it's a small thing that's missing from an otherwise cracking car. We've also got a Mini GP Works which hasn't got the rear wiper and to be fair the Mini's do need one because of the fact that the rear window gets layered with spray - the Civic is lot better however. I also found that putting the rear demister on helps... Don't know why but the window does clear the water faster...

Vladd · 3rd July 2008, 00:09

subarup1 · 3rd July 2008, 00:22

'Fin'tastic vladd!

ante00 · 3rd July 2008, 00:36

@andylinney: I have done rain-x on civic windows and it's really great driving on rain and drops just go off without wipers and especially on motorways or freeways....

@Vladd: do you have more pics with that spoiler on car?.....this looks good but not my taste.....I like this one better.... c/p from german forum (both spoilers can be ordered from http://www.tss-tuning.de or from manifacturer colour coded http://www.pakfeifer.at/)

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ante00 Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 18th April 2007 Location: Zagreb, Croatia Posts: 558 Thanks: 6 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts iTrader: (0)	@andylinney: I have done rain-x on civic windows and it's really great driving on rain and drops just go off without wipers and especially on motorways or freeways.... @Vladd: do you have more pics with that spoiler on car?.....this looks good but not my taste.....I like this one better.... c/p from german forum (both spoilers can be ordered from http://www.tss-tuning.de or from manifacturer colour coded http://www.pakfeifer.at/) Last edited by ante00; 3rd July 2008 at 00:52.

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Type S Bournemouth Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 3rd October 2006 Location: Bournemouth Posts: 989 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I much prefer the spoiler where it is now. When its up top it looks like a chavs add on.

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jayt43 Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 27th June 2006 Location: Budapest Posts: 554 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (0)	The Civic doesn't need a wiper so long as it starts raining when you're on the move. As soon as you get stuck in traffic though, it's fair to say that quite a few owners would prefer one onboard. No doubt our resident expert will chip in later to add some weight to the argument. And who knows, if the rumours are true, the Civic might be getting one anyway!

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