They are not going to change the dash. The car is selling fine. Just buy something else if you are really that severely bothered by the look of the dash.
I notice that it's easier to keep my eyes on the road with the higher speed readout display...a much better ergonomic design. And with auto tranny cars, not many need to look at the tachometer anyways. Took me all of 2 minutes to get used to and love the readouts of my '06 LX. Great design Honda!
I, too, have gotten used to the split dash. After that ticket from the state trooper, I watch my speed more. However, the radio is a reach, and I have to take my eyes off the road. This has caused me a couple of heart-stopping moments because of the car's quick responsiveness (if there is such a word.)
I'm trying to find any new or changed features on the 07's besides new paint colors. I don't see any writeup on what's new for 2007 on the site. Is there anything new?
I was hoping for something meaningful like a sedan rear seat center headrest that rises higher to be effective. ( See the European Civic for an example of the effective head rest.)
well, NOW I have something to complain about with my '06 Civic! the '07 Civic with Navi comes with XM radio STANDARD!!! and a 350 watt radio. I have the 160 Watt, XM READY radio... which means, get ready for some BS because you will never ever get it installed in your '06 Civic!!!
I am REALLY pissed at Honda for not having the foresight to have these 2 options available on their first run year Civic!!!! :mad: :mad: :mad:
I think they should make Vehicle Stability Assist standard on all models, or at least available as an option. I think the government is about to make it required for all vehicles manufactured after 2009 or so.
The 2006 Civic with Navigation came with XM radio standard as well and all EX's came with a 350 watt radio... thats not new...
The one thing that they DO need to add is bluetooth.. cars that are much cheaper includes that now, and how much can that cost to add or at least have as an option? The microphone is already there for cars with nav...
Where does it say 350Watt stereo? I just read the specifications on Honda.com and all Civic EX models have 160 Watt stereo (LX has 4 speakers, EX has 6 speakers).
I think it has something to do with the Premium Stereo System or something like that. I did see it in the brochure about the 350 watts though. I added extra power to my LX system and what I used to have to listen at 16, I can now listen to at 9. Quite pleased with that and the new tweeters I had installed.
Why doesn't Honda offer the 350 watt set up in the sedans. Some people like myself need a sedan and would also have liked the killer sound. Seems like Honda is limiting it's potential profit here with not given us sedan buyers a choice. I probaly would've gotten the EX had the 350 stereo been offered in the sedan. I had to upgrade my sound system totally in my LX and also swapped out the hubs for alloys. If the option had been offered, I'd probably have just bought the EX, eventhough I didn't want the sunroof. Shame on Honda for this intentional goof!
I got 16"ers and they come from an '05 Civic Si hatchback. I had to get different lug nuts and they fit perfectly, have the same offset and correct other measurements for a perfect fit. Only wanted to go with factory Honda wheels and I couldn't be happier. All done on EBAY...and there's another set on there right now for sale. Car looks sharp too...not like all the other EX's with the 5 spoke alloys. I would've gone for those if the price was the same though.
awesome! I like keeping it factory too, looks much cleaner. There are some awesome 17's that honda has; you get get em on the new civic and they first came out for the old si hatch. They are gunmetal 5 spokes. Very sharp.
I just bought a 2007 honda civic LX sedan. I like the way it looks. But I am having problem parking it. The front and back of the car cannot be seen (for aerodynamics reason??), so I never know whether it's touching the cars besides me or not.
Is it a issue for other CIVIC owner? or I just need to get a feel of it and habit will kicks in?
I went to buy my son a Civic as we had already decided on that car. Red is only available in the EX or Si. So we are now going to buy a red Mazda 3 or get a used Celica. Does anybody think red will be available on the DX or LX this fall? Most of the colors of Civic are very dull.
The lack of stability control and, especially, traction control, is the most disappointing aspect of my 2007 LX. I don't like the way Honda does options. My imaginary Civic is: 4-wheel disc, traction control, stability control, remote trunk opener ... without sunroof and big radio watts. The most galling thing is my ancient Saturn has traction control.
Don't think so. The only color will be tango red, ralley red and habanero pearl are ex only colors and rr is only on the coupe. although there was a time where you could get ralley red on the value editon or dx of the 01-05 civic, but that is no more.
While the colors on the civic are a little conservative, i don't think they are boring either, pretty much on par with the regular versions of other sport compacts.
My 2007 civic LX has 4000miles on it. I've been checking the oil indicator and it's said 30%. I should wait until it said 10% to change the oil, correct?
Also, should I bring it to a Honda dealer for the maintenance services or I should just go to Jibby Lube for oil change and Firestone for tire rotation (to save money, perhaps)? Any else that I need to do in terms of regular maintenance.
I did mine when I got to 30%, but I had the 5k, 10k & 15k services as part of the deal. If not, I would've waited till 10% oil life. I'm not a Jiffy Lube fan, as I had a very bad experience there years ago. Will never return. If I were you, I'd do the 1st oil swap at the dealer so you'll be in their data bank. Never know when this might come in handy down the road. I'm lucky, I've got a great mechanic and also an old friend from high school who runs a local tire shop. they both take good care of our vehicles.
Does anyone have any experience driving their new 06 or 07 civic in snow? I was wondering how it handles and goes through the snow. Good or bad? I am considering buying a civic for the first time in my life because of great gas mileage for a decent sized car. Would appreciate any feedback. Thanks.
i used to live in asheville, nc and even though its not full of snow all the time, i used to drive my civic through some pretty bad morning snow and she always did great.
thanks for the response. I live in NE Ohio and we can get dumped on once in a while. But the snow doesn't stick around for very long. I have only driven FWD cars in my life so it sounds like I should be fine. I grew up in Minnesota and only had FWD cars. The winters here in OH are actually mild compared to MN, and I'm used to driving in snow. I think the civic will do fine for me.
All of this is covered by my regular car insurance or doesn't even sound like anything I really nead anyways.
Only part that sounds like it might be worthwhile is the Comprehensive Component Coverage*
Drivetrain Engine, Transmission, Differential and Axles Electronics Computers, Electronic Components and Electrical System Chassis Suspension, Steering and Brake System Heating/Cooling Air Conditioning, Heating System and Cooling System Genuine Honda Accessories Audio, Cellular Phone, Navigational and Security Systems
On my 2007 Civic LX, I just noticed that when getting out of the car, with the door open you can lock the door with the power door lock switch and then shut the door. This would make it possible to lock your keys in the car, if you left the keys on the seat or something. This is unlike my 2004 CRV, where you cannot lock the doors with the door lock switch when the door is open. Are all 2007 Civics like this?
White is considered to be the hardest color of paint and any body shop will tell you it is among the easiest to blend and repair and hides imperfections best.
ONCE and the parking lights/taillights will flash...
TWICE (within seconds after you first lock it) and the horn will honk and the parking lights/taillights will flash to confirm your car is locked. All Hondas work like this.
I live in Minnesota and I've bought my 2007 EX on January 20th. We had a couple of good snows, and it handled them as expected. I had to dig it out twice from a foot of snow, but that is to be expected. On the road it behaved nicely, but I was aware of what I was driving and did not look for trouble
This reminds me of the comment that a mechanic made when a friend of mine complained that his new BMW 3 was skidding on ice: "It goes fast, it corners fast, but it still has to obey the laws of physics.".
The owners manual for my 2007 Civic indicates that the default setting is for the doors to lock at 15 km/hr and there are 3 options for auto door lock. My doors don't lock automatically at this time and i have tried unsuccessfully to set the options as described in the manual. Has anyone encountered a similar prob and what is the solution?
HI, I have a new 2007 Civic and when i pull it out of the garage, i hear this high pitched squeaking noise when i turn the wheel and/or step on the break lightly--- does any one else have this problem?
I was interested in getting a strut tower bar (preferably a removable one where the brace unbolts), but I haven't been able to find any in any of the searches I have done for the 07's. Anyone know a good source for these? Thanks.
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Great design Honda!
The Sandman
However, the radio is a reach, and I have to take my eyes off the road. This has caused me a couple of heart-stopping moments because of the car's quick responsiveness (if there is such a word.)
http://automobiles.honda.com/models/model_overview.asp?ModelName=Civic+Coupe
http://automobiles.honda.com/models/model_overview.asp?ModelName=Civic+Sedan
Is there anything new?
http://www.hondanews.com/CatID2010?mid=2006082536089&mime=asc
Not much changed compared to 2006 models.
I was hoping for something meaningful like a sedan rear seat center headrest that rises higher to be effective. ( See the European Civic for an example of the effective head rest.)
Don't count on it.
the '07 Civic with Navi comes with XM radio STANDARD!!! and a 350 watt radio.
I have the 160 Watt, XM READY radio... which means, get ready for some BS because you will never ever get it installed in your '06 Civic!!!
I am REALLY pissed at Honda for not having the foresight to have these 2 options available on their first run year Civic!!!! :mad: :mad: :mad:
Trudge
The one thing that they DO need to add is bluetooth.. cars that are much cheaper includes that now, and how much can that cost to add or at least have as an option? The microphone is already there for cars with nav...
The Sandman
The Sandman
Shame on Honda for this intentional goof!
The Sandman
The Sandman
Congrats on the purchase!
Is it a issue for other CIVIC owner? or I just need to get a feel of it and habit will kicks in?
Thanks
While the colors on the civic are a little conservative, i don't think they are boring either, pretty much on par with the regular versions of other sport compacts.
My 2007 civic LX has 4000miles on it. I've been checking the oil indicator and it's said 30%. I should wait until it said 10% to change the oil, correct?
Also, should I bring it to a Honda dealer for the maintenance services or I should just go to Jibby Lube for oil change and Firestone for tire rotation (to save money, perhaps)? Any else that I need to do in terms of regular maintenance.
Thanks
If I were you, I'd do the 1st oil swap at the dealer so you'll be in their data bank. Never know when this might come in handy down the road.
I'm lucky, I've got a great mechanic and also an old friend from high school who runs a local tire shop. they both take good care of our vehicles.
The Sandman
I am considering buying a civic for the first time in my life because of great gas mileage for a decent sized car.
Would appreciate any feedback.
Thanks.
I live in NE Ohio and we can get dumped on once in a while.
But the snow doesn't stick around for very long.
I have only driven FWD cars in my life so it sounds like I should be fine. I grew up in Minnesota and only had FWD cars.
The winters here in OH are actually mild compared to MN, and I'm used to driving in snow. I think the civic will do fine for me.
Is it something worth considering?
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Roadside Assistance
Concierge Emergency Service
Rental Car Reimbursement
Trip Interruption
Personalized Travel Plan
Comprehensive Component Coverage
Dependable Honda Service from Factory-Trained Technicians
http://www.ahm-ownerlink.com/Warranty/warr_Care.asp#6
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All of this is covered by my regular car insurance or doesn't even sound like anything I really nead anyways.
Only part that sounds like it might be worthwhile is the Comprehensive Component Coverage*
Drivetrain
Engine, Transmission, Differential and Axles
Electronics
Computers, Electronic Components and Electrical System
Chassis
Suspension, Steering and Brake System
Heating/Cooling
Air Conditioning, Heating System and Cooling System
Genuine Honda Accessories
Audio, Cellular Phone, Navigational and Security Systems
What are your thoughts on this?
Thanks,
Ken
Hit the lock button...
ONCE and the parking lights/taillights will flash...
TWICE (within seconds after you first lock it) and the horn will honk and the parking lights/taillights will flash to confirm your car is locked. All Hondas work like this.
Have a Good Memorial Day!
This reminds me of the comment that a mechanic made when a friend of mine complained that his new BMW 3 was skidding on ice: "It goes fast, it corners fast, but it still has to obey the laws of physics.".
Drive carefully and you'll be fine!
a lot of people on the 8thgencivic forum have swapped out si sway bars to their ex's and lx's and have noticed a nice difference.