2008 Ex Coupe

dogred · 02-02-2008, 09:51 PM

I need your some help here. I considering buying a 08 EX Coupe and from reading the Forum I am concerned about all the problems owners are experiencing with their Civics. I have been a loyal Honda owner and have 230k on a 91 Accord. It's time to move on.

Thanks

***msjwild3*** · 02-02-2008, 09:59 PM

The only problem is the third gear on Si's. Otherwise your good to go!

datbacker59 · 02-02-2008, 10:00 PM

ex coupe is great buy do it. then tint it. then cruise

08WhiteCivic · 02-02-2008, 11:48 PM

ya i have an 08 coupe LX and i love it. Its an amazing car.

BigT · 02-03-2008, 10:46 AM

Welcome to the site.

For what it's worth I have a '07 EX and haven't had any problems so far (4,800 miles).

Look at it this way, if you ever have any problems they have probably been discussed here and you can get help and advice with the problem.

***Devin*** · 02-03-2008, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msjwild3

The only problem is the third gear on Si's. Otherwise your good to go!

except for me, I have a 2nd gear problem...

catfish80 · 02-03-2008, 11:28 AM

ive been having some tranny problems in my ex (5800 miles) and also multiple electronic problems, navi screen staying bright after headlights are on, radio controls on steering wheel malfunctioning, and a few other minor things here and there, other than that i am only contempt with the car.

mfisher1967 · 02-03-2008, 12:16 PM

I have a 2007 LX, which is very similar to the EX. I have noted the following:

The drive by wire function that is in new Civics is not that great. Sometimes there is a hesitation when accelerating from a stopped position, or after coasting.

I have found that the idle can be somewhat rough, which has been discussed here at great length. The problem may be related to a low idle speed set point (~650 rpm in my case), though that is speculation.

When I am sitting at a stop light and the air conditioner compressor clutch engages the car shakes for a second as the voltage regulator adjusts to the load on the electrical system. This does not happen when the car is moving. Again, I feel that the idle speed is too low and may be contributing to the problem.

My fuel economy has averaged ~22 mpg, but I do a lot of city driving in stop/go traffic with the air conditioner on.

Finally, the transmission can be a bit quirky at times. Shift points seem to be somewhat off at times, which is probably due to the drive by wire control in my opinion. I have found that a mix of 1/3 Amsoil ATF and 2/3 Honda Z1 has improved shift quality, but a lot of folks will tell you to only use 100% Z1.

My advice: Consider looking at other makes and models before you buy a Honda Civic. If I had it to do all over again I might have bought a VW instead.

08blacex · 02-03-2008, 02:22 PM

very nice car overall.. buy an auto tranny save yourself the headache.. i should have myself.. go for it if you get a good deal

AllShowNoGo · 02-03-2008, 06:40 PM

honestly, it just depends on the car you buy (ie when/where/etc it was made). as some people state, they are having from minor to major problems. there are those fortunate ones, like me, who happened to buy a civic Si with no problems whatsoever and does not give the driver any problems at all.

AllShowNoGo · 02-03-2008, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 08blacex

very nice car overall.. buy an auto tranny save yourself the headache.. i should have myself.. go for it if you get a good deal

honda's auto trannies are not that great

06CivEXJon · 02-04-2008, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AllShowNoGo

honda's auto trannies are not that great

Where did you hear this from? and is it normal for the AT in the civics to go into Neutral without using the shift lever? like just moving the lever freely from D to N? j/c

boltuprite · 02-04-2008, 11:19 AM

06 EX coupe here. So far it's the best Honda I have owned (this is my 4th one)

boltuprite · 02-04-2008, 11:19 AM

06 EX coupe here. So far it's the best Honda I have owned (this is my 4th one)

magbarn · 02-04-2008, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 06CivEXJon

Where did you hear this from? and is it normal for the AT in the civics to go into Neutral without using the shift lever? like just moving the lever freely from D to N? j/c

Agreed. However, Honda did have problems with the previous 2 generations of AT in the accords with v6 engines mostly. For the most part their 4 cyl MT's including the civics have been pretty reliable. (Exc the SI's with 3rd gear issues IMHO)

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mfisher1967 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: South Houston, Texas Posts: 109 Mark Fisher iTrader: 0 / 0%	I have a 2007 LX, which is very similar to the EX. I have noted the following: The drive by wire function that is in new Civics is not that great. Sometimes there is a hesitation when accelerating from a stopped position, or after coasting. I have found that the idle can be somewhat rough, which has been discussed here at great length. The problem may be related to a low idle speed set point (~650 rpm in my case), though that is speculation. When I am sitting at a stop light and the air conditioner compressor clutch engages the car shakes for a second as the voltage regulator adjusts to the load on the electrical system. This does not happen when the car is moving. Again, I feel that the idle speed is too low and may be contributing to the problem. My fuel economy has averaged ~22 mpg, but I do a lot of city driving in stop/go traffic with the air conditioner on. Finally, the transmission can be a bit quirky at times. Shift points seem to be somewhat off at times, which is probably due to the drive by wire control in my opinion. I have found that a mix of 1/3 Amsoil ATF and 2/3 Honda Z1 has improved shift quality, but a lot of folks will tell you to only use 100% Z1. My advice: Consider looking at other makes and models before you buy a Honda Civic. If I had it to do all over again I might have bought a VW instead.

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08blacex Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: ohio Posts: 76 iTrader: 0 / 0%	very nice car overall.. buy an auto tranny save yourself the headache.. i should have myself.. go for it if you get a good deal

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