[captainbeandip]

I'd rather have little triangle vent windows in the front doors. I know CRV's never came with those little vent windows, but I miss them from other cars and trucks that I've had.

Unless you're trying to bring home a load of 2x4's, I don't really see the point of the opening hatch window. I'm not sure cars are even allowed to have them anymore due to the risk of exhaust fumes being likely to enter the vehicle when they're open.

 

[jdcrv]

Yeah it was nice for making a trip to Lowe's if you didn't have access to a pickup. Used that flip up window many times. Laid the front passenger seat down and got a 16' board in there.

 

[Nuke]

We had a 1998 1st generation. The flip up window was rather necessary for longer loads as the lower part of the door only swung to the side (after opening the window first). I much prefer what we have now.

 

[cocofalco]

I much prefer what we have now.

Disagree 100%, miss the old side swing door and lift window. Long loads, less strain for height challenged and capability for a full size spare.