1998 Honda Civic

Rating from KDGUM

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"This was a hand me down car from my mother after I moved out onto my own. I needed car that had good gas mileage and this car is great on gas! I have since purchased a new CRV EX-L ( love this car too) but I still drive the EX lil red civic around to save my new car from miles ( I drive far for my job). This Civic now has close to 200,000 miles. It runs wonderfully, still looks nice, no rust, no engine problems EVER! Has only ever had the usual oil changes and other scheduled maintanence but nothing over the top. Honda's hold their value and I would never drive another make!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from MRAZ COL. MI.

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Handling:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"BOUGHT MY 98 LX FROM A B LOT DEALER IN '05 FOR $4500, AIR DID'NT WORK BUT EVERYTHING ELSE DOES. HAD 127000 ON IT THEN, HAD 221000 WHEN IT GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT,{TOTALED} I TORTURED THIS CAR 100 MI R-TRIP 5 DAYS/WK. TO WORK,75-80MPH, THEN ROADTRIPS UP N.{180 MI RTRIP} AND THE WIFE DROVE IT TO WORK ON WEEKENDS. JUST THE NORMAL MAINTAINANCE, TIMING BELT @ 135,000 AND A NEW EXHAUST. RAN SYNTHETIC OIL CHANGED @10,000 MI. INTERVALS. DID'NT BURN DRIP LEAK OR OTHERWISE DUMP OIL. GOT BAD MPG WHEN I GOT IT , CHANGED THE O 2 SENSORS AND THAT GOT THE MPG'S FROM 22MPG TO 36- 38 CITY/HWY. YOU CAN'T BEAT THESE CARS; I'VE TRIED!!! I'M LOOKING FOR THE NEXT ONE RIGHT NOW!!!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from TOTALLY KICKIN VIXEN

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"READ 'EM AND WEEP OTHER BRANDS, MY 1998 CIVIC DX HAS GOT 124,597 MILES ON IT AND STILL DRIVES LIKE A DREAM! OBVIOUSLY I AM SEARCHING FOR A NEWER CIVIC ONLY BECAUSE I LIVE OUT IN THE WOODS ON A DIRT ROAD AND LET'S FACE IT THINGS ARE STARTING TO RUST. HOWEVER, THE ENGINE KEEPS GOING AND GOING. NEVER HAVE HAD TO PUT MUCH $$ INTO OVER THE YEARS EXCEPT FOR BRAKES, ETC. NOTHING FOR THE ENGINE. HAVE HAD IT FOR 4+ YEARS AND I PERSONALLY PUT OVER 65,000 MILES ON IT. THIS YEAR/AGE WOULD STILL BE GREAT FOR A COLLEGE STUDENT. LOTS OF LIFE LEFT TO IT."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Grad student

(5)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I purchased my Civic in 2003 with 106,000 miles on it. I had my doubts about buying a car with that many miles on it, but I had heard Hondas keep going forever so I took the chance. I have been so pleased with the reliability of this car over the past five years. It has needed a few repairs (about $1000 total), but now has 180,000 miles on it and doesn't show any signs of wearing out. I still feel comfortable taking it on cross country roadtrips without fearing a break-down. Of course it doesn't have much pick-up, but it still gets around 30 mpg."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Had to have a Honda!

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I took a chance with this car last year when I got it 10 years old. My main reason for purchasing the Taffeta White spoiler-clad 2 door EX was that it had less than 72,000 miles on it, and the Carfax report was clean. I was a little skeptical of the dealer, but I figured that I couldn't afford NOT to get a Honda at that price (6 grand). And it hasn't disappointed. It has done the 12-hour drive up the I-5 to get me to school and back numerous times and each seamlessly. No mechanical problems to report, the thing is a blast to drive-and more fun than a Corolla, just ask my mom! Moonroof is great, just so long as you don't attempt to fit a surfboard through it! The six speakers sound good, and the interior is exceptional for the year and class this thing resides in. I just put in a K&N replacement air filter, and it has improved already great fuel economy. The V-TEC gives you plenty of acceleration, but sometimes I wish the overdrive would kick in a bit sooner. That said, I would do it all again, this should be the last gas-powered car I own. Can't beat a Honda Civic, especially if you're a broke college student!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from Writer Who Loves to Drive - Traffic-Adverse

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"My 1998 Civic EX Coupe, manual, standard engine is zippy, and handles very well. The brakes are very strong and responsive. This vehicle takes me from the winding, sometimes country and unpaved roads of the Hollywood Hills to nighttime stretches of the 405 headed to San Pedro, CA with equal ease. My only annoyances are insufficient leg and arm room in the driver's seat for my long limbs, and I have to wrestle with shifter to get it into reverse at times. Other than that, I've been very pleased with this car bought used in 2003 with 37,000 miles. I have put on the additional miles up to its current 125,000 plus miles. I look to keep it to well past 300,000 miles. Go Honda!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from College student

(4)
Comfort:		2 out of 5
Performance:		2 out of 5
Handling:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		2 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I have owned this car since 2002 when i bought it from a dealer with 75000 now i have around 120000. I have had some problems with it but mostly it has done well for me. Some parts are $$$ for fixing the car. My gas mileage has been slowly going down year to year currently i am getting around 25MPG combine. Now if you want a car with some power to get up and go this is not your car you will be holding the gas pedal down just waiting for some acceleration on the highway. In terms of room this car does not have much the trunk is an ok size but it is hard to get certain things in. Also as far as people room this car does not have much yes i do have a coupe version but still it does have less room compared to other coupes i have been in. If you want a reliable car this is it but if you want something with some room in it and some get and go I would lean towards a Turbo VW Jetta which some of my friends have and they have as many miles on the car as me. They also have had good reliability with it and very good gas mile. My car is also now showing signs of rust in many places even thought i keep it very clean year round i even wash it in the winter to get salt off of it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from CMed

(5)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I couldn't ask for a better car. My Civic exceeds many of my friends cars in gas milage. In a world of high gas prices, the Civic is an absolute must-have. I really enjoy this car when I take road trips. It is an exceptional road trip car, with they exception that comfort on long-lasting trips is something that I desire more of. This car has some performance problems, but it is expected with the small engine manufactured to sip gas. The civic lacks that little push of power to get you going quickly. The air conditioner drains a great deal out of this car. I have had to do very little maitenance on my Civic. It is one of the most reliable vehicles on the road. The little maitenance that I have done is the timing belt, a problem with most Hondas. As long as I keep this car in good shape, I expect to exceed 300,000 miles. It could probably get even more than that!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from Christy84

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I've had my Honda since 2000 and it has been great. I have had little trouble with it, except the exhaust leaking, and having to change the timing belt (a must with most Hondas). The only gripes I have is that it's slow when you're on the interstate trying to manuver around traffic, and having to turn the A/C off to get up a hill. It doesn't have a lot of room for hauling stuff either, I had to borrow my mom's Accord just to get a painting home I bought at the mall b/c my Civic wasn't wide enough. Other than that, it's been awesome. I love how it handles around corners and fits into tight parking spaces."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from Ed

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"This is my second Honda Civic, still reliable at a reasonable price. The styling has been copied by many other car makers, and they still don't come close to the reliability already built into these little beasts. A good choice for a student or commuter car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A