Used Honda Civic for Sale Nationwide
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Overview
This year, 1979, marks the last of the first generation Honda Civics. The year brought only a few changes to the Civic or CVCC, mostly just an increase in horsepower to 55.
People are still driving it — even now. In fact, last year, someone commented that his '79 Honda Civic was the most "functional and utilitarian vehicle" he'd ever owned and he compared it to a workhorse, calling it "a faithful, sturdy, always capable, and sure-footed little vehicle."
All drivers of the Honda Civic love its gas efficiency, its reliability, and its amazing ability to keep on going, though alternator replacements, new engines, and more.
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Carmen S
Reviewed a 1979 Honda Civic on Jan 15, 2009
This was the worst car I ever owned. Problems started a week after I bought it. The rear wheel bearings were grinding and the dealer would not believe me. I brought it in 5 times before the stupid car made the noise in front of them. They kept telling me I was crazy and imagining it. They finally had to eat their words. It was a semi-automatic and had no pep at all. I was afraid every time I drove it. At the end I had to put in a quart of oil every time I gassed up. What a nightmare. I know Hondas are supposed to be great cars but I sure got a lemon. Still won't buy a Honda because of this car.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 1979 Honda Civic on Jan 23, 2008
Great car, good speed, reliable. Keep it in good nick.
Tre S
Reviewed a 1979 Honda Civic on Mar 26, 2008
this was my first car and i got it for free. I did a lot of work to it and made it run well. but it still needed a lot more of work to make it street legal. it ended up costing me less to buythe firebird i got next than it would have cost to get it on the road.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 1979 Honda Civic on Feb 15, 2012
Was originally a hatchback. Has stock ED3 engine and 5 Speed transmission. Gets great gas mileage. Easy to maintain. Great on long as well as short trips. Does have a ragtop so it can be driven yearround. All-around fun car to drive.
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