Would you buy this civic or not?
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Would you buy this civic or not?
A coworker of mine is looking to buy a 98 civic ex with 86000 on it. What type of issues should she expect, if any from this civic?
Also there is probably a thread on this so I will search if she buys but is the "remote entry" run through the stock radio?
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Modified by karpieldisco at 2:07 AM 12/1/2004
Also there is probably a thread on this so I will search if she buys but is the "remote entry" run through the stock radio?
Thanks
Modified by karpieldisco at 2:07 AM 12/1/2004
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Re: Would you buy this civic or not? (Civic_Star)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by karpieldisco »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Also there is probably a thread on this so I will search if she buys but is the "remote entry" run through the stock radio?
Thanks</TD></TR></TABLE>
Unfotunatley, yes it does. Why? I have no clue. It was a crapy design too.
That is really cheap for a 98. My 96 set me back a little over $6,000 in January. In a recent auto trader I saw a majority going for about $5,000-$5,500. Pisses me off too.
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Unfotunatley, yes it does. Why? I have no clue. It was a crapy design too.
That is really cheap for a 98. My 96 set me back a little over $6,000 in January. In a recent auto trader I saw a majority going for about $5,000-$5,500. Pisses me off too.
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obviously check all the regular crap. oil spots. rust (rear 1/4, FRAME, door jams, etc). open up the radiator cap and check for any oil. i'd get a jack in the front middle and lift the two front wheels, and check to make sure the camber of the tires doesnt have any play (tie rods). check the oil to see if its been changed recently(color) and make sure its up to the correct lines. i'd take it to a parking lot and make a circle, roll windows down to hear for any clicking. do a bounce test to the suspension. check all gears. check interior for cigarette holes, ashes, rips/tears. check sun roof, wipers, radio, all buttons. air filter.
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Re: Would you buy this civic or not? (karpieldisco)
***NEW Forum Rules and Guidelines 9/13/04 - READ THIS BEFORE POSTING!***
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These questions are the same that would apply for any used car, which are pretty obvious. Please search people.
1.B. Posting a thread relating to the sale of a vehicle, whether it be a full-fledged for sale thread, or simply a thread regarding pricing is not allowed. We have a vehicles for sale forum where these topics belong.
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These questions are the same that would apply for any used car, which are pretty obvious. Please search people.
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Re: Would you buy this civic or not? (karpieldisco)
I read it to say her friend buying from sister in law....meaning a family connection...sounds like a good deal to me. Have her get a buyers check at a service/repair shop (for fluid leaks, compression etc) often only about $75.00 money well spent. With a clean bill-of-health $4k is a great deal !
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Re: Would you buy this civic or not? (alotawatts)
9 times out of 10, cheap= Hidden problems. But u never know it could just be a damn good deal. Just check it out!
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Re: Would you buy this civic or not? (Revolver)
Hey! to you I am sorry if you actually read my question it did not say should she buy the civic. My question was," What type of issues should she expect, if any from this civic?" I will edit my post assist but please understand that I was not asking if the price was fair. The question was "what issues should she expect.. if any... "
I apoliguise that my title is misleading.. My actual question was in the body.. Please disreguard the title.. Thanks..
OOPS
I was pretty "pi$$ed" when I read your reply since that was not my intention- but then I read the title... OOPS
Thanks again ... Have a great one..
Flame accepted..
I apoliguise that my title is misleading.. My actual question was in the body.. Please disreguard the title.. Thanks..
OOPS
I was pretty "pi$$ed" when I read your reply since that was not my intention- but then I read the title... OOPS
Thanks again ... Have a great one..
Flame accepted..
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Have it checked out. At the end, no matter what any of us say, it will come down to whether you want it or not.
There was another user on here who, about 99% of us, told to stay clear of a Salvaged Civic he wanted. Needless to say, he paid $2,000 too much.
There was another user on here who, about 99% of us, told to stay clear of a Salvaged Civic he wanted. Needless to say, he paid $2,000 too much.
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I am not concerned about should she buy.. but rather an particular issues that she should look at... Thanks again. I don;t want to russle any feathers.. Thanks all
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looking to buy a 98 civic ex with 86000 on it. What type of issues should she expect, if any from this civic?
Really no difference than purchasing any other make of car or truck. Pay if necessary to have it checked out.
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looking to buy a 98 civic ex with 86000 on it. What type of issues should she expect, if any from this civic?
Really no difference than purchasing any other make of car or truck. Pay if necessary to have it checked out.
End of thread ?
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