Hello all, new to the forum and had just a few quick questions. So my daily driver ('88 4 door civic dx) has finally died on me and I am in the market for a new one. looking to get a hatchback and I guess just wondering what year, trim level etc. you guys would recommend. It is going to strictly be my bonestock, no frills daily driver and I would like to try and stay under $6000 if possible. Also if there is anything mecahnically specific with the civics I should watch out for.

TIA

 

You should be able to pick up a 96-00 DX hatch, stock, for under $6000.

 

WELCOME! hatches are sometimes hard to come by depending on where u live. but for the most part u can get a good one for under 6k. i like the 5th generation hatches best but those will prolly end up having more miles on it..

 

What were the big changes from the 5th to thge 6th generation cars other than overall size and engine power?

 

big changes babe!
hatch is awesome. have you get one already?
I would look for clean car. dont go for the cheap one. CLEAN CAR dude...good luck if you have not got it!

 

Make sure its timing belt has been replaced depending on the mileage...thats a big thing with honda's...im sure theres more but im a new owner also so thats all im aware of