Great car, responds very well to modifications
346484
Great car, responds very well to modifications.  With Borg Warner K04 turbo, the2.0TSI engine gets 33 mpg freeway, makes about 345 HP/390 ft/lbs torque. Peloquin limited slip differential is a great supporting mod.
4880165
Other than normal wear and tear items like tires, batteries, windshields, etc., this car has been very dependable and almost maintenance free.  I bought it with about 26K miles on it and now have about 270K miles and it still runs well.  Hoping to get 300K!
2948637
I've had this on two cars now.  A 1993 Trans Am, and a 2000 Firehawk.

On the 1993,(which is actually part number 16827HKR) it replaced the stock system, retaining the exhaust manifolds, working with a carsound cat in 2001.  This exhaust stood up well over 15 years of operation in Washington, Guam, and Idaho, with minimal surface rust spotting in places.  The car sounded great.  A real, American muscle car burble that wasn't too annoying at idle, but definitely growls hard when you get into it.  It's hard to gauge performance, as it was in conjunction with intake, tune, and drag radial upgrades, but the car went from 14.29 to 13.55 with the addition of those mods.

My 2000 Fire hawk, when I received it, had an SLP loudmouth exhaust, off road Y (no cats), and long tube hooker headers.  The car was simple too loud and suffered from poor idle quality and gassy smells.  Addition of 2 Magnaflow cats and the hooker cat back got rid of the horrible raspy sounding exhaust.  It wasn't quite as bubbly sounding as my 1993, but I've heard that it's hard to get that LT1 sound out of an LS1, even without the headers.  Now the car is noticeable at idle, but not annoying.  When accelerating at a normal pace, it's a nice mellow sound.  When you get into, everyone knows you're coming.  On a side note, changing the exhaust fixed the gassy smell too, but I'm sure that was due to the addition of the cats, and not the Hooker exhaust.

There were no install issues of any kind on either car related to this exhaust.
2593142
The car and performance is above average, gas mileage is 25mpg on highway and 18 in citiy.  Some issues with transmission and had it rebuilt at
approx 155,000 miles.  Iintegrity of components has been above average and had to replace the window regulator (power)  on passenger side and 2 ignition coils at 160,000 miles.  The ride is very good, quiet and no rattles or noises from loose or misfitted parts.  I  would purchase another later model if I could find one with low mileage.  Lots of storage space behind rear seat and seats fold down for extra capacity.
3023560
Amazing car.  I have the XLE Hybrid since new with the leather, satelite and moonroof package.

At 170K miles, I've changed the oil with full synth at around 8K service intervals.  It does not burn or leak oil, at all.  I check the oil before changing it -- not a drop is missing.

It's only on it's third set of tires (minimum tire life was 55K) , I expect it won't need it's fourth set until close to 200K miles.  The brakes are all original, I'd be surprised if I don't get 500K miles from the pads.

Seats and paint are wearing slowly.  I recently received a comment on how nice a car it is -- don't know when the wear will start to show up.  Up North with all the rock salt, there are a few small spots of damage on the front end -- but you have to look for it to see it.

Bottom line, it's going to take a lot to get me to switch brands!

Gas mileage is as rated (39 HWY, 44 CITY), if I'm driving into a windstorm at 75 MPH, it'll burn through the gas at 30 MPG.  I've had 20 mile trips at 50 MPG too.
1892202
This has been a great car. For the price range, I'm not sure I could have purchased anything better. Gas mileage is pretty decent considering it's a 2.3 L and handling is great. The interior has held up. I had to have some rust work about 8-9 years in, so that's a little disappointing, but I do live in the Northeast, so the salt and sand take its toll on most vehicles.

Would definitely considering another one in my future.
1672524
Great car, looks 100x better than the previous design i really like it! the engine is not going to set any 0-60 records and the transmission is not going to win any awards either but its great on gas looks amazing (especially the LED strips in the front) in my color of Blue Velvet Metallic!
Pros: Gas Mileage
  Styling
  Technology
  Leather Package
  Price
  Ride Quality
Cons: Interior lights two types LED in front and regular in back
  No hold up hood struts only a manual arm
  Chrome interior trim reflects sun into eyes
  Transmission is not the best judders occasionally
  Engine only 1.5L but even with the turbo still seems sluggish
Overall 8.5/10
2032304
Great car and powerful. Just turned a 100k miles. Just stupid things like auto trunk isn't working, Haven't used the sunroof in a year, tried to open yesterday 4/18/16 and the shades oped but the roof isn't. I have the amg sport package on mine. Those two things listed are known issues. Also two other things That I had to replace. Cam Shaft seals were leaking oil. Replaced twice now. @ $350. Also the transmission mounts not the expensive but also a know issue. Also I should've replaced the engine mounts as there also a known issue but mine seem to be good. You will definitely love the power performance and the solid ride feel of the E-550. That you can't beat!
4297599
This is my 2nd VW, 3rd if I include the Audi A4 before it.

I fell in love with this car the second I stepped inside, before I started the engine. I think the MK5 series are the ugliest to date, MK6 was a huge improvement in aesthetics, but I still didn't care for the front end. MK7 has hit a sweet spot. The subtle accents, the confident stance, and the assurance that it is still a crowd favorite.

I opted for a '15 SE, which comes standard with the Performance and Lighting packages just as the Autobahn does. The only regret I can honestly say I have in choosing this year is the MD1 interface and smaller infotainment display. I don't have USB/Aux-in, and the screen is smaller than the newer models.

All black leather interior, with red stitching and red accents make this a dream come true for me. I truly feels like getting into a car worth twice as much. The Monster mats are fantastic, the Car-Go system in the trunk is great as well. I absolutely dig the trim, too.

The lighting package is an area that really shines (pun intended) in a way that can't be overstated. This car's lighting system, equipped with HID headlights and LED fog lights, really enhances my visibility at night or early AM. I've always struggled with visibility whenever there was poor or zero lighting outside, even after upgrade the halogen to HID on my Audi A4, it was a nominal improvement but nowhere near what this car puts out. I especially love the corner-assisted lighting; when turning the wheel to the left or right so as to make a turn or enter a driveway, a portion of the light is focused on that side of the car vs straight ahead, lending assistance to any blind spots or otherwise poorly-lit areas. They thought of everything.

ESC (anti-skid/slip) is something I'm not entirely "sold" on, as I haven't really benefited from it yet. Still, safety features are always good.

The drive modes are cool. You've got "Sport", which supposedly tightens the suspension for better response and cornering, and I believe it also does something with lighting. You've got "Normal" which I guess is designed for daily driving to-and-fro, for the non-aggressive driver. Then you've got "Personal" which allows you to individually toggle drive mode features on or off.

The SE model I bought came with the Fender audio system. This system is technically made by Panasonic, but is branded by Fender. Overall, I'm underwhelmed by its power, given the amount of component speakers (yes, the system is 100% component and I believe 7.1 or 8.1 in all) and 400w of power. The sub rolls off and is extremely diminished at volumes at or above 50%. The highs are a bit fatiguing/tinny. Luckily, one can - to some degree - modify the sound profile with the 3-band EQ and separate Subwoofer controls. Ultimately, I've supplemented via 2 10" subs from my previous car. If you're a big music lover, an audiophile, or just love quality over quantity, be prepared to pour money into upgrading.

The  backup camera is a great feature. I've driven a 2018 Golf wagon while a few things were addressed by the dealer on my GTI, and immediately took notice to an improved picture quality on newer models. Still, it's a feature I've not had before, and use it every time I back up. It really helps when you're parking downtown.
266061
My son bought this car over 4 months ago with money he received for his birthday.  The car runs great and it is incredibly fast.  We did have a mechanical problem with the controller as well as the shell an bracket mount breaking when the car rolled.  Each time Hosim immediately replaced my parts free of charge.  I have never had a company stand behind a toy as well as they have.  I highly recommend purchasing from them if you are looking for an RC vehicle.  Things break from time to time but they stand behind what they sell which can be rare.
3271882
I loved most everything about the car. It was versatile, roomy for a car so small, and very dynamic and fun to drive, especially with the manual. I sold it around 100k miles though because there was a recall on the engine that Audi would only fix if you actually had the problem, even though my car was affected according to the letter I received. It did experience some engine roughness upon startup that I believe was due to carbon buildup. The fit and finish in the car was really nice, and it had some helpful features, though it was too old to have blue-tooth. I just wish I wasn't scared of the cost of future ownership so I wouldn't have had to sell it.
2259580
To me the Civic Coupe is a sports car disguised as an economy car. This is by far one of the easiest and most beneficial upgrades I've made. It's a simple DIY swap that fits perfectly using the stock mounting provisions, remove 2 bolts and you're just about done (it helps a LOT if you can jack uip the back right side and remove the right rear wheel, a lot easier to access the mounting bolts). It looks great and sounds better. It has a sporty growl under acceleration without being obnoxious, and quiet and unobtrusive at cruising speeds. Helps improve fuel economy if you keep your foot out of it (which is difficult to do because it sounds so good under hard acceleration). If you want to bring out the sports car in your Civic, this one is a must.
778605
A car lover whom I gave this too appreciated the many details this car gave. While the trunk did not open like the hyper fancy ones did, this car still opened its front doors which is quality enough. As long as the price of 30.00 USD stands I will find this car a great value.
768524
A very Beautiful graceful car.  The styling of these cars is just fantastic. Nothing on the road has the grace and beauty of a Jaguar. And the XJR has the power to back up those looks. With a supercharged straight six this car has considerable power over the XJ6 and just edges out the V12 cars. The transmission in these cars is a very robust GM 4L80E transmission.
The driving experience of the XJR is wonderful. On a nice day driving with the windows down and sunroof open, and hearing the supercharger is pure bliss. I like to put the car in sport mode and put it through its paces.
The interior of these cars are great. The seats are very comfortable on long road trips. The XJR came fully loaded with heated front and rear seats, power seats, power mirrors, memory seats, auto-dimming rear view mirror, Harman Kardon speakers & amplifier, factory Alpine radio and 6-CD changer, power tilt wheel, front fog lamps, rear fog lamps, and garage door remote control.
The negatives are that these cars are getting up there in the years now. These were generally some of the most reliable jags made, but neglectful ownership is common. The engine used 6 separate ignition coils which can go bad with age and cost $100 a piece new. The car will likely have old hoses that need replacing(the lower radiator 'octopus' hose), possibly a cracked exhaust manifold, and will probably need AC work. The interior is made of gorgeous leather and wood, but after 20 years it may not look the best if not cared for. Other issues are minor interior issues like: the memory seat function will most likely not be functional, the center clock display may be burnt out, the auto dimming rear view mirror may be non-functional. Working the J-gate can be a little fiddly. Don't let this scare you off from getting one. If you can do your own work and source your own parts, owning one of these big cats is a very rewarding experience.
2506028
Fave car, packaged great and excellent experience
3933351
It is a very nice car, I'll really like it. It has nice sound system and I haven't had problems with it yet. Let's hope it stays that way!
3190627
First off, the car arrived in a box that clearly said what it was, with pictures on the outside. If you're ordering this for a holiday or birthday, you probably want to hide it quick when it arrives. Set up should have been relatively simple, but somehow I managed to lock the bolt into the steering wheel without actually attaching it to the car. I emailed the company and after describing what parts I needed to replace (and trying to pay for them), they assured me it was under warranty and a few days later the replacement parts showed up at my front door. After carefully following the directions this time, my daughter was up and off. When people say that you need a smooth surface, they aren't kidding. Our driveway was expanded at one point and the car just won't go on the expansion which is slightly more rough. The original driveway is much smoother and my daughter had no problem getting this car to go. It also works great in our kitchen and turns on a dime. I love how it's kid powered and requires no batteries or electricity. She loves it and it's the first thing she plays with when she gets home from school. Overall I give it 4 stars for the car itself (really wish it worked on more surfaces) and an extra star for great customer service.