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2012 Honda Civic Si Coupe Put to the Test

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You can not step foot on a Louisville used cars lot without seeing a Honda.  To me Honda is synonymous with used car.  When I think of a Honda, I think of a little used honda civic that I can give to my 16 year old for him to beat up until he is worthy of getting a real car. That is not a slight against Honda.  My first car was a used Honda Civic, stick shift, with 200,000 plus miles.  I loved that car.  Well Honda is trying to change their brand perception with the new 2012 Honda Civi.

No, your eyes aren’t playing tricks on you. This is not the last gen, but rather the all-new 2012 Honda Civic Si.

For 2012 Honda expanded the stroke and bore of the old 2.0 so now the Civic Si displaces 2.4 liters and produces 201 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 170 pound-feet of torque at “only” 4,300 rpm. That’s 22 percent more torque than the outgoing car, arriving nearly 2,000 rpm sooner.

We walked away from a first drive of the 2012 Honda Civic Si pleased with the additional torque, and the handling was exactly what we expected from the Si. But that was on a Honda-prepped autocross course under careful supervision.

Now that we’ve got one on home turf, it’s time to see what the 2012 Honda Civic Si will do in our performance tests…

Vehicle: 2012 Honda Civic SI Coupe
Date Tested: 5-3-2011
Driver: Chris Walton

Specifications:
Drive Type: Transverse, front-engine, front-wheel drive
Transmission Type: Six-speed manual
Displacement (cc/cu-in): 2,354
Redline (rpm): 7,100
Horsepower (hp @ rpm): 201 @ 7,000
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm): 170 @ 4,300
Steering System: Electric-assist rack-and-pinion power steering
Suspension Type (front): Independent MacPherson struts, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Suspension Type (rear): Independent multilink, coil springs, lateral links, stabilizer bar
Tire Size (front): 215/45ZR17 (91W)
Tire Size (rear): 215/45ZR17 (91W)
Tire Brand: Michelin
Tire Model: Pilot Exalto PE2
Tire Type: Summer performance
Wheel size: 17-by-7 inches front and rear
Wheel material (front/rear): Cast aluminum
As tested Curb Weight (lb): 2,845

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Changing they your brand perception is a long tedious process.  You must have a long term plan to do such.  Louisville Honda dealers would most certainly benefit more from their new cars being their cash cow as opposed to used Honda’s.  Only a Honda dealership can sell new Honda’s, but any car dealership in Louisville can sell used Hondas.

Sam Swope Honda World Review

 

Sam Swope Honda World
S.Hurstbourne Pkwy.
Louisville, KY 40299

New Sales
Phone: (877) 348-1177
Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

A Message from Sam Swope Honda World
At Sam Swope Honda World, please review our extensive inventory of Honda cars, trucks, and SUV’s, including the Honda Civic, Accord and Pilot. We work hard to get you into the vehicle you have always wanted. That new Honda is waiting for you and we work with a vast array of lending sources to make sure you will get the most complete and comprehensive financial package available.

Manufacturer recommended parts are an important part of maintaining your vehicle’s optimum performance. At Sam Swope Honda World, we offer the same high quality parts your vehicle was built with, and we keep a large inventory of OEM certified parts in stock at our facility.

Sam Swope Honda World’s service department strives for 100% customer satisfaction. From general maintenance such as oil changes to major repairs, let Sam Swope Honda World service your vehicle. Our commitment to customer service is second to none. We offer one of the most comprehensive parts and service department in the automotive industry.

At Sam Swope Honda World, we strive to make buying or leasing a new vehicle a pleasant and rewarding experience.

Our primary goal is to satisfy our customers. Our online dealership was created to enhance the buying experience for each and every one of our internet customers. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Finance
Phone: (877) 348-1177

New and used car financing for all Honda’s. Stop in today and take advantage of our financing deals for the Honda Civic, Accord, Pilot and any other models we sell. Honda Financial Services understands your needs. Choosing between leasing and financing is as important as choosing the right model come in and talk over the options with us we can help.

Are you worried that your credit history will hold you back from owning the vehicle you want? Don’t be! We can help you obtain the credit you deserve. We also have first-time-buyers programs for those of you that currently have no credit established.

At Sam Swope Honda World, we are committed to helping you when others have tried and failed. For your convenience, use our Online Credit Application. For immediate approval, please contact us.

Service Department
Phone: (502) 499-3740

Fax: (502) 499-3704

Monday – Thursday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Express Service & Parts only

At Sam Swope Honda World, our service department provides repairs and routine maintenance on all Honda models and other vehicles we sell. Stop by today and take advantage of our service specials as well.

Sam Swope Honda World is Proud to introduce 2 American Honda Certified Master Technicians, Rusty Barham & David Breitenstein.

In order to be recognized as a Honda Master Technician, the Technician must first obtain the status as a Certified ASE Master Technician. Then he/she must study and successfully pass over 124 on-line Honda self-study test specific to the diagnostic, repair and maintenance of a Honda vehicle. The Technician must attend week long, hands-on training sessions at a American Honda Training Center of which, depending on the Tech, could take anywhere from 16 to 24 weeks to complete.

Our Honda Zone consisting of 107 Honda Dealers, employs over 1100 Technicians with only 16 achieving Master Technician status.

Rusty & David serve as our Technical Team Leaders for Sam Swope Honda World

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Bob Montgomery Honda Review

Bob Montgomery Honda Review

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Today www.Louisville-Cars.com reviews Bob Montgomery Honda.

Bob Montgomery Dixie Honda •
5324 Dixie Highway,
Louisville, KY 40216
502-448-2802 •
http://bobmontgomeryhonda.com/

Welcome!

Mr. Montgomery opened Bob Montgomery Dixie Chevrolet on June 1, 1960. It was on the 27th of September he opened Bob Montgomery Dixie Honda. Bob’s #1 priority has always been customer satisfaction. This traditional goal has been instilled throughout the entire company and will be consisent in the years to come.

At Bob Montgomery Dixie Honda, please review our extensive inventory of Honda cars, trucks, and SUV’s, including the Honda Civic, Accord and Pilot. We work hard to get you into the vehicle you have always wanted. That new Honda is waiting for you and we work with a vast array of lending sources to make sure you will get the most complete and comprehensive financial package available.

Manufacturer recommended parts are an important part of maintaining your vehicle’s optimum performance. At Bob Montgomery Dixie Honda, we offer the same high quality parts your vehicle was built with, and we keep a large inventory of OEM certified parts in stock.

Bob Montgomery Dixie Honda’s service department strives for 100% customer satisfaction. From repairs to general maintenance such as oil changes to major repairs, let Bob Montgomery Dixie Honda service your vehicle. Our commitment to customer service is second to none. We offer one of the most comprehensive parts and service department in the automotive industry.

At Bob Montgomery Dixie Honda, we strive to make buying or leasing a new vehicle a pleasant and rewarding experience.

Our primary goal is to satisfy our customers. Our online dealership was created to enhance the buying experience for each and every one of our internet customers. If you have any questions, Please feel free to contact us or call our Internet Department at 502-448-2820.

New Sales • Phone: 502-448-2802 • Email: hondasales@bobmontgomery.com
Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday – Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Parts • Phone: 502-448-2802 • Email: hondaparts@bobmontgomery.com
Monday – Tuesday, Thursday – Friday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Preowned Sales • Phone: 502-448-2802 • Email: hondasales@bobmontgomery.com
Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday – Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Service • Phone: 502-448-2802 • Email: hondaservice@bobmontgomery.com
Monday – Tuesday, Thursday – Friday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Collision Department • Phone: 502-719-2728 • Fax: 502-719-3270 • Email: collisioncenter@bobmontgomery.com
Monday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday – Friday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday Closed