This 1979 Honda Civic is a three-door hatchback equipped with a 1,488cc CVCC inline-four and a 2-speed semi-automatic transmission. The car was sold new at Roger Miller Honda of Riverside, California, and was reportedly the first and only vehicle ever owned by its original purchaser, a German expatriate who used it to commute to a nearby hospital. It was acquired by her daughter in the 1990s for occasional driving and car shows, and now shows just over 38k miles. Described as ready to drive, this Civic is offered at no reserve by DENWERKS with original purchase paperwork, service documents from the past 20 years, and an Oregon title.

The white paint finish is believed to be original aside from the cowl panel and upper driver’s door, which received small repairs in 1997 according to included paperwork. Painted 12″ steel wheels wear matching Honda caps and are mounted with Kumho radials from 2008.

Inside, low mileage is reflected by the condition of the tan vinyl upholstery, carpeting, and headliner. Standard accessories include a fold-down rear seat, rear window defroster, and pop-out quarter windows.

Controls and switchgear remain stock throughout, including the pull-out manual choke knob. Just over 38k miles are shown on the 5-digit odometer, which is accurate according to the seller. The windshield wipers, horn, dash warning lights, and factory AM radio are shown to work in the video below.

The transverse 1,488cc inline-four made approximately 60 horsepower for 1979 and featured Compound Vortex Controlled Combustion (CVCC), a cylinder head design that eliminated the need for a catalytic converter. The engine drives the front wheels through a 2-speed Hondamatic semi-automatic transmission to propel a curb weight of roughly 1,500 pounds.

Underbody photos detail the condition of the drivetrain, suspension, rocker panels, and undercoated floors. Powered front disc brakes were standard along with independent suspension at all four corners. The seller shows the CV axle boots as well as cadmium plating and paint marks on fasteners and other hardware in the video below.

Owner’s literature is included along with the original window sticker, sales paperwork, and cashier’s check showing a purchase price of just over $5,500. The car reportedly received regular maintenance with the both original owner and her daughter, and receipts are included from several trips to the local Honda dealer and other shops over the past 20 years.

The above video includes a detailed exterior walk-around as well as tours of the interior, engine bay, and underside. Features and hardware are shown up close along with occasional dings and blemishes. Exterior lighting is demonstrated to work throughout. A cold start is also included along with several drive-by passes.