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Re: 08 Civic LX AT winter driving ? [tiff_c]
by will26
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Apr 16, 2008 (3:55 am)
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Replying to: tiff_c (Apr 15, 2008 6:20 pm)
My feeling is if you don't drive like an idiot and take it slow than most cars will drive fine in the snow. I would agree that snow tires would be great and have never really thought about it until reading this thread. Maybe next year.
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Re: 08 Civic LX AT winter driving ? [tiff_c]
by jpcanavera
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Apr 16, 2008 (9:21 am)
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Replying to: tiff_c (Apr 15, 2008 6:20 pm)
I have an '07 EX AT, and my biggest issue with the car is the clearance. I have to navigate plowed streets here in metro St. Louis and a major interstate highway. To say the least significant snowfalls produce blocks of compressed snow or ice on the roads which are tall enough to cause significant damage to the trim below the front bumper and the front wheel wells. This car not only requires caution there but also parking close to curbs and the parking lot concrete curbs that are sometimes placed at the head end of the parking spot. I used to only worry about the air dam under the front of my Accord, but the Civic is even worse. I love the car but with major storms, it stays home in favor of my CRV.
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2008 Honda Civic LX Auto Transmission
by aravind99
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Apr 27, 2008 (5:38 am)
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Hi,
I bought a 2008 Honda civic LX car couple of weeks ago.I don't see LX symbol on the back. But all the documents from the dealer says it is Honda Civic LX AT.
Is there anyway to find out by looking at the car?
Also when I change the gear from Parking to Drive mode, It is jumping a little bit. Is this normal?, Thanks
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Re: 2008 Honda Civic LX Auto Transmission [aravind99]
by jet10000
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Apr 27, 2008 (8:27 am)
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Replying to: aravind99 (Apr 27, 2008 5:38 am)
Yes, look at this chart on the Honda web-site and it will tell you the differences between the LX and the other trim levels.
http://automobiles.honda.com/civic-sedan/specifications.aspx?group=all
For example the LX has body colored power side mirrors whereas the DX has manual operated black side mirrors.
If you're holding the break pedal in while you move the shifter from Park to Drive you shouldn't feel a jump. If you are, then go have that checked out.
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Re: 2008 Honda Civic LX Auto Transmission [aravind99]
by backy
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Apr 27, 2008 (9:22 am)
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Replying to: aravind99 (Apr 27, 2008 5:38 am)
The easiest way to tell: if it has power windows but no moonroof, it's an LX.
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EX-L Manual Transmission Availability
by xraydevil
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May 02, 2008 (3:48 am)
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Anyone have any idea why the EX-L Manuals are so difficult to find?
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Re: EX-L Manual Transmission Availability [xraydevil]
by targettuning
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May 02, 2008 (5:15 am)
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Replying to: xraydevil (May 02, 2008 3:48 am)
Most potential buyers want automatics these days in a top line leather appointed vehicle (even a Civic) which I suspect is the main reason. Honda supplies what most people want and that is an automatic. Or those few who do prefer a manual are snapping up the one or two a dealer may receive every few shipments. Make no mistake the dealer has major input on the model mix he/she receives from the manufacturer so they won't order manuals only to probably sit (set?) around unsold.
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Back seat
by 3kidsinback
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May 02, 2008 (1:01 pm)
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Hello,
Anyone use the back seat often? Am thinking of buying a Civic, but have 3 kids. Usually have one or two at a time, sometimes all 3. I will check it out myself soon, but was wondering what experiences any of you may have had with lugging 3 people in the back of your sedan.
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Re: Back seat [3kidsinback]
by thegraduate
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May 06, 2008 (6:47 am)
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Replying to: 3kidsinback (May 02, 2008 1:01 pm)
Two people if 6 feet tall or less is perfectly fine in the back of the Civic, and even I (6'5") can sit in the back behind my 5'5" mom. With three kids, if one is old enough, they can ride in the front. The passenger airbag won't hurt them because it will cut off if they are underweight. If you have a family of 5 though, you might consider something like a Mazda 5 or a Kia Rondo. These are inexpensive 3-row vehicles that serve as mini-minivans, and can be had for the same money as a Civic.
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Re: Back seat [thegraduate]
by backy
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May 06, 2008 (9:16 am)
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Replying to: thegraduate (May 06, 2008 6:47 am)
"Try before you buy." I find I am cramped sitting behind myself in the Civic and I'm 5'10". Also different inseams and foot sizes matter.
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