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23^RDAUGUST 2016

Honda Civic Type R is Glass's Used Car Hero for August

Good looking, reliable and cheaper to buy than the Golf GTi

The second generation Honda Civic Type R has been named as Glass's Used Car Hero for August, providing looks, performance and reliability - but cheaper to buy than rivals such as the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Each month, Glass's editors hold a meeting to name the current Used Car Hero in the UK market - the model they believe currently offers outstanding value, quality and ability.

Rob Donaldson, used car editor, said: "As a new car, the Type R was never quite in the front rank of hot hatches but it makes a really strong used buy.

"The dramatic looks have aged well, performance is on a par with rivals and Honda build quality means that it should rack up high mileages with few difficulties.

"It was well-equipped but, if you can find one, the GT model adds a few worthwhile extras like climate and cruise control and folding mirrors."

Rob highlights some key points that make the Civic Type R a hero:

WHY IS THE CIVIC TYPE R A USED CAR HERO? Honda reliability, purposeful styling, an excellent driving experience and a good looking sport Recaro interior.

WHEN WAS IT ON SALE? 2006-2011.

WHAT'S GOOD? While it was not the most powerful hot hatch ever, it was similar to the contemporary benchmark Golf GTI at around 200hp and similarly good to drive.

WHAT'S BAD? The ride can be a little harsh over potholed UK roads.

IDEAL BUY? The one to get is the good looking Championship White derivative, available from 2009. One can now be picked up with 75,000 miles on the clock for £6,000 - which is around £1,000 less than the Golf GTI.

About Glass's

Glass's is the largest vehicle data provider in Europe, offering products and solutions that are invaluable at every stage of a vehicle's lifecycle. These include key valuation, technical and fleet management data, estimating, bodyshop and dealer management systems and web-based services. Founded in 1933 by William Glass, the first Glass's Guide to Car Values - widely referred to as the used car dealer's bible - was published in July of that year.

For further details:

• Sanjay Mistry, Paperchase PR, 07810 368 772, sanjay@paperchasepr.co.uk

• Simon Wells, Paperchase PR, 07768 912 430, simon@paperchasepr.co.uk

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