 Looking for a fun commuter I was all set to buy a Civic until I found that it didn't offer leather or traction control or a $14K price tag.  Fuel pump went 1st mo which was replaced by dealer same day.  Oil change every 3K, replaced brakes once at 60K and now have 120K on orig clutch.  30-32mpg combined city/hwy.  Upgrades include Tiburon rear anti sway bar and 17" wheels which make it very fun in the twisties.  Don't try this at home but is very stable at 105mph.  Recently have also replaced headlights every 6mo and found my first rust spot behind rear wheel.  Excellent in the snow with winter tires.  I, too, barely get NYC AM stations from 60 mi away.  Very happy with this ride.