1992 Honda Civic DX 1.6 liter from North America
Summary:
The 1992 Civic dx hatchback is the best car I have owned for under $2,500!!
Faults:
Body rust around rear wheel openings was a problem, so I had bodywork done to repair the quarter panels.
The radiator fins began falling out and getting caught in the electric fan. Though the radiator didn't leak I replaced it with a new one.
My front brakes were worn, so I replaced them with high-performance aftermarket parts.
General Comments:
My Civic is an amazing car. It is efficient, powerful, dependable, and it handles well.
To increase its safety, I installed B.F. Goodrich Comp TA tires, mounted on 14" steel wheels, with "SI" style wheel covers.
I added window tint, vent shades, a Momo shift knob and a Grant steering wheel styling ring.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 14th September, 2002
24th May 2005, 01:41
I also have a 1992 Honda Civic LSi 1.5l. However, I'm in the UK. It's a right hand drive (obviously). When I got it the mileage was pretty high at 92k, and as stated above, it is now an old car. The upholstery is all plastic and cloth, but if you treat it right it will last you donkeys! The drive is superb and not lacking in any respect apart from the brakes. The technology just wasn't up to stopping a car this heavy, but other than that, it's fantastic. Who needs brakes anyway?
Other obvious aesthetic problems would be loose plastic body panels, and cracked plastic bumpers.
I would recommend this to anyone who is after a bargain buy (I paid £700, approx $450). A great runner, still going strong 13 years after production.