Tannhauser Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Nice car, I have had one for a year and can honestly say it has been great. At this minute in time I can't justify having a hugely expensive car to run so I think this ticks all the boxes for me, it's practical, looks great inside and out, sounds good, and is fairly nippy and not too thirsty. I average about 28mpg but that is with alot of vtec action. They do get some bad press largely thanks to JC which I think is hugely unjustified. Anyway here's mine I really like the look of that. Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 Nice car, I have had one for a year and can honestly say it has been great. At this minute in time I can't justify having a hugely expensive car to run so I think this ticks all the boxes for me, it's practical, looks great inside and out, sounds good, and is fairly nippy and not too thirsty. I average about 28mpg but that is with alot of vtec action. They do get some bad press largely thanks to JC which I think is hugely unjustified. Anyway here's mine http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h214/Stu_Fraser/fc6a9199.jpg I don't think JCs comments are unjustified. These Civics are very nice but not upto the dynamic standards of the old one (drive them back to back, and it's obvious) had the previous Civic not been so good then the review would have been great. The only problems I ever find with these Civics (as with all modern Hondas) is that the dashboard/centre console plastics are garbage! If you ever need to remove any trim, be extremely careful as the plastics are very brittle and Mark very easily. If you ever need to replace the stereo, get a pro to do it! Otherwise, the interiors are lovely, and the dash looks fantastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 I don't think JCs comments are unjustified. These Civics are very nice but not upto the dynamic standards of the old one (drive them back to back, and it's obvious) had the previous Civic not been so good then the review would have been great. The only problems I ever find with these Civics (as with all modern Hondas) is that the dashboard/centre console plastics are garbage! If you ever need to remove any trim, be extremely careful as the plastics are very brittle and Mark very easily. If you ever need to replace the stereo, get a pro to do it! Otherwise, the interiors are lovely, and the dash looks fantastic Yep! That's the reason why I don't look at my centre console in case it cracks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu_Fraser Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 The FN2 v EP3 debate could go on forever, both cars are very similarly matched. Maybe the extra weight of the FN2 does slightly dent the performance as some people say, however my experiences suggest otherwise. Both are decent cars but neither are going to set the world alight with their performance. The thing that really let the FN2 down was the fact that it didn't come with a LSD as standard. The championship White, mugen 200 editions and some of the last built cars all had the diff fitted and these cars showed vastly improved lap times. However on the road most drivers are never going to exploit the differences between the two cars and it will largely come down to the driver as to which car is fastest. All in my opinion of course The FN2 wins hands down when it comes to interior and exterior looks and gadgets though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu_Fraser Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 I really like the look of that. Very nice. Thanks, will look better once I've had my wheels powder coated gloss black too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyRog Posted September 8, 2011 Author Share Posted September 8, 2011 Jen's getting excited about picking it up on Sunday now She got a little gift from me today, that she didn't know I had ordered and she is over the moon with it, if only it was always so cheap to please her:D http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290458338799?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649 For Jen this car is about the colour and the general look, including the interior and I managed to get someting with a bit of power in on her choice;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Mate it is a stunning car, Jen's gonna love it. Infact I bet you'd be ragging it around! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyRog Posted September 8, 2011 Author Share Posted September 8, 2011 Mate it is a stunning car, Jen's gonna love it. Infact I bet you'd be ragging it around! Yeah it is a very nice motor, I was very impressed when I got to drive it for a few seconds on the test drive before Jen wanted in on the drivers seat I am not sure I will be getting much chance to drive it for a fair while to be honest, Jen has said I can drive it from Bournmouth to Hythe as she doesn't know the roads, but she has already said she is driving it all the way home from my Mum's in Hythe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackie Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Infact I bet you'd be ragging it around! Might be quicker than his mobility Supra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu_Fraser Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 I'm sure she is going to love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbleapple Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 I love the FN2's. I have one just like the red one except mine is the Sat Nav version and has the 19inch Rage alloys. Lovely cars, very fast off the mark and a huge boot space which you wouldn't expect from a car of it's size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu_Fraser Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 I love the FN2's. I have one just like the red one except mine is the Sat Nav version and has the 19inch Rage alloys. Lovely cars, very fast off the mark and a huge boot space which you wouldn't expect from a car of it's size. Yep the boot is cavernous and the Rages look sweet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyRog Posted September 10, 2011 Author Share Posted September 10, 2011 Might be quicker than his mobility Supra Least it's not PINK I'm sure she is going to love it I hope so, I really don't want to be looking for something else for a while, it's such hard work looking for a car for Jen:taped: I love the FN2's. I have one just like the red one except mine is the Sat Nav version and has the 19inch Rage alloys. Lovely cars, very fast off the mark and a huge boot space which you wouldn't expect from a car of it's size. Yep the boot is cavernous and the Rages look sweet I am not sure about the Rage rims and to be honest with it being for Jen to drive around in, I don't think we need to make the ride any harsher. Just spoken to the Sales Garage and it's not in for MOT until this afternoon, so hope it passes, as it doesn't give them any time to sort any issues before tomorrow. Apparently Honda looked over it during the Service and think everything is fine for the MOT, it's not 4 years old until November so fingers crossed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyRog Posted September 11, 2011 Author Share Posted September 11, 2011 Just got Jen's new toy home and really surprised what a nice drive it is, I can see why some people would say the ride is a bit harsh, but it's not that bad, certainly in the same area as the Supra The drive is quite fun for such a heavy car and redlining the V-Tec sounds lurrrvly, I even got Jen to take it into the high Rev area a few times and it put a smile on her face By the time we were nearly home she was getting a bit more confident and pulling away at the roundabouts quite quickly, for her anyway For those with a sharp eye, there's a little peak of my newly shaped sideskirt as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu_Fraser Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 It does sound good at 8000rpm and vtec is very addictive. Looks a nice car fella Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Looks lovely. Only seen the interior from the outside but it looks like a spaceship lol. I wish the Mugen FN2 comes into production that would be awesome ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 That looks lovely Rog! I bet your neighbours are jealous! Also the VTEC sounds much better with an aftermarket Induction kit: nMpQeOjjU6E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanc Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 That looks lovely Rog! I bet your neighbours are jealous! Also the VTEC sounds much better with an aftermarket Induction kit: nMpQeOjjU6E Wow that sounds and looks wicked!!! is that in mph??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu_Fraser Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Wow that sounds and looks wicked!!! is that in mph??? It's a left hooker so probably kph. The HKS racing suction kit is highly recommended apparently Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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