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by nntw4
Oct 3, 2009 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Performance
Fuel economy
Fit and finish
Reliability
Cons: Automatic gear selector
The Bottom Line: Would buy it again in a heartbeat- wonderful car
The 1997 Honda Civic 4 door is a comfortable, peppy small car to drive, that really doesn’t feel that small. This report is based on a Canadian-spec EX model, with 4 speed automatic. Our first Honda was a 1984 Accord. The 1997 ... read more
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by mattmeitzner
Mar 13, 2007 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Gas mileage, Honda Reliability, cheap service
Cons: Road noise, required timing belt maintenance
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this car if you're looking for a small, reliable car. It has it's squeaks and rattles, but for this price, that's what you get.
I’ve owned my Honda Civic LX for two years now. It is a pretty good economy car, although that’s all it is – a good way to get from point A to point B. There are a few things I’d change, but all of these I knew when I bought it so they are all livable. ... read more
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by denniskim
May 28, 2006 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great gas mileage, smooth engine and transmission, comfortable for 2
Cons: Lack of power with a/c, slow
The Bottom Line: If your looking for a simple car to get you to and from work or school, this is a great car, and also can be great for your kid.
If you're in the market for a used car, you can't look past a Honda Civic. My dad owned a 1997 Honda Civic CX Hatchback. He drove it everyday to and from work, about 40 miles, and I also used to drive it a fair amount. He had the car until about 2000, ... read more
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by bachiach
Feb 14, 2006 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Gas mileage, roominess and being reliable.
Cons: Power and rotors.
The Bottom Line: Tough little car. Worth every penny for reliablility.
Bought this car brand new. Sedan EX with moonroof, AC, power locks, windows and mirrors, 5-speed. Excellent gas mileage in town or highway. Had some trouble at times with power, going up hills or trying to speed up. Rotors had to be trimmed quite ... read more
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by longfellow30
Jun 28, 2004 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Starts when you want it to; great car... PERIOD
Cons: not a powerhouse
The Bottom Line: This is an excellent car, it's affordable, reliable, and looks pretty good too.
At 16 years old, my first car was a 97 Honda Civic EX. I have to say that I loved it thoroughly. Or should I say STILL love it. At 76,000 miles, it is 6 years old and still runnin' strong. This is a perfect car for a student: Great on gas; no ... read more
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by wizzbang
Jan 25, 2004 - Updated Jan 27, 2004 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 10 Recommended: No 
Pros: Light; nimble
Cons: Weak Automatic Transmission;
These cars are horrible in collisions;
Poor gas mileage;
Unsupportive seats
The Bottom Line: After 25 years experiencing problems with their cars I will not own another Honda
You read review after review of these cars and you would get the impression that Honda can do no wrong when it comes to building bullet-proof cars. My family and friends have had quite alternative experience with the Honda products we have owned since ... read more
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by msleesa
Jul 12, 2003 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Honda Reliability, Looks, Gas Mileage, Handling. Too many to list.
Cons: Small for larger drivers.
The Bottom Line: For economy, reliability, and longevity, highly recommended. It is a compact car, but an excellent one.
My very first car was a 1987 Honda Civic sedan, I purchased in 1989 for $5000. It had 72,0 ... read more
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by Nalguy
Feb 28, 2002 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Above average design, great engineering, excellent workmanship.
Cons: Market driven design flaws.
The Bottom Line: As a all around commuter car with occasional trips this is an excellent trouble free car. You can drive it without worry.
Review of the 1997 Honda Civic 2 Door Coupe.
I purchased this car new in May of 1997. It has given me 60,000 miles of trouble free, happy motoring. The only non-maintenance work that has been done on this car was in the first month when I ... read more
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by speedracer120
Jun 9, 2001 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Dependable. Easy handling.
Cons: The stereo-types. The glares from the cops. Relatively expensive. Short warranty period.
The Bottom Line: Reliable. Not cheap, not expensive. Too many on the road.
I figured I might as well write an opinion about my most expensive asset, my car. I bought this car, with help from my parents, on August of 1997. Buying the car was an ordeal. Especially from Honda World in Orange County. The salesman was rude, and the ... read more
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by gregf70
Feb 16, 2001 - Updated Dec 11, 2002 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable and efficient, makes a great commuter car.
Cons: Fuel economy less than EPA
High maintenance costs
The Bottom Line: If I didn't have a family I would purchase this car again without blinking. It has been the most reliable car I have ever owned.
I've had many cars over the last 18 years, this Honda has been the most reliable one I've had. It has never gone for any kinds of repairs, and at 50,000 miles it is still on original brakes, tires, clutch etc.
It is a very expensive car to ... read more
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by Three11
Nov 28, 2000 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: VTEC engine, awesome options, very roomy, low dashboard, excellent stock suspension.
Cons: are you kidding me!
I have drove this car for 2 years like a manic and redlined it at 7000 RPM almost every time I get on the road, and this engine does not give up, I still have the same power when I bought it. This is a trouble free car, in the past 2 years I have only ... read more
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by mandap273
Nov 23, 2000 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: drives execellent
Cons: no complaints
My mother purchased this car for me to travel back and forth from school to home. This is 200 mile trip. This car is execellent for travel. Even though it is a two door car there is plenty of room for packing it full. The trunk is spacious also. The ... read more
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by chiron1
Oct 23, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Excellent value and performance
Cons: CD option was too pricey
The first Honda that I ever purchased was a Prelude, back in 1992 or so. It was one of the most problem-free cars I've owned. When it came time to buy another car in 1997 I decided to head back to the Honda dealership. I really liked the looks and style ... read more
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by ohbilly
Oct 21, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: _
Cons: _
What's up everyone? Bou Dukata here again with another story straight out of the Hazaido Prefecture in Japan.
Last time Kenkei came back to town, so traffic tickets have sure been on the up and up lately. And to make matters worse, something ... read more
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by PKM_Assassin
Oct 10, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Cheap, Reliable, Sporty
Cons: Extremely uncomfortable in long drives
After owning a few North American vehicles with less then pleasurable results, I was talked into looking at Honda; I will never look back.
My first Honda is a 1997 Civic DX Coup, Black, tinted windows, “Pop Up” sun roof and a nose bra, the ... read more
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by anytime
Sep 12, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, holding up well
Cons: static shock when I get out
In this review I will cover my experiences with my 97 Civic, which has 110K miles on it. I'm a high mileage driver and the 97 Civic EX hasn't failed me yet. As you can guess by the title, I've put in about 30+K miles on my Civic a year. And, as you ... read more
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by madjecks
Aug 21, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Affordable, gas efficient, fun to drive, great to look at
Cons: You can't get the girls to stop looking at you
Back in the beginning of 98, the lease on my 97 Nissan truck ran out and I was in the market for a new car. I was already at the dealership so I started checking out Nissans line up.. I wanted a coupe, so the 200sx was looking really apealling. After ... read more
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by Kiyomi16
Jul 18, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, Affordable Ride (especially for students)
Cons: Lacks horsepower, not a luxury car
I absolutely LOVE my Black 2-door 1997 Honda Civic EX coupe. It's automatic and I have a CD player. It's small enough for me to park and handles easily. It's cute and stylish, and best yet, it was totally affordable! :) I bought my car used, with 37,000 ... read more
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by elderberries
Jul 12, 2000 - Updated Nov 4, 2002 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Very cute, extremely safe
Cons: Not exactly a powerhouse
The Bottom Line: The car is fun to drive, and proved itself to have a high level of safety in the event of a serious crash. I recommend it highly.
I bought the Honda Civic because it was cute, economical, and had a good safety record. I'm definitely glad I did!
The look was simple and attractive, and the car was easy to drive. It had only a 4-cylinder engine, so wasn't what you'd call ... read more
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