Originally Posted By: Jett Rink
I have no doubt that the new Civic, particularly one with a manual transmission, would be fun to drive. The idea of choosing a car because it delivers more driving pleasure, but perhaps requires more maintenance and expense, is a frivolous concept to the minds of some members around here.
Somebody could post a question about a Porsche or Ferrari in his stable and you would soon hear scoffing about how the cost of ownership per mile driven is higher than say, a used Ford F-150 or Toyota Camry. Just part of the eccentricity of this website.
IMO if you want something fun to drive don't buy an econobox; been there, done that myself. I would gamble that my "muscle" cars are more reliable than modern D.I CVT, etc. Gas mileage isn't great, though, but that's it. V-8 N/A engines are very reliable.