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old rex 10-12-2006 05:27 PM

red flags?
 
What are some things that serve as red flags when buying a CRX. I'm ok with replacing major parts.....but what kind of unexpected stuff tends to pop up?

JJ's civic 10-12-2006 06:06 PM

Re: red flags? (old rex)
 
what woudl you worry about in a 15 year old car???

garybhoy201 10-12-2006 06:14 PM

Re: red flags? (joeny12985)
 
see if its been in a frame machine i geuss, thats what i look for first in any car. dont want a ride with spot welds all over the frame either

stocker2shocker91 10-12-2006 06:16 PM

Re: red flags? (garybhoy201)
 
weak climate control front plate.
not very serious but kinda common, but i believe you can hit up (crxtoad) for a new one. if neede https://honda-tech.com/forums/images/smilies/emwink.gif

rsxcrx 10-12-2006 06:21 PM

Re: red flags? (stocker2shocker91)
 
put cloth under a magnet and go over the body to check for body filler.

HT Chaplain 10-12-2006 06:22 PM

Re: red flags? (old rex)
 
its a honda there are no red flags https://honda-tech.com/forums/images/smilies/emwink.gif Seriously just look for rust along the wheel wells, if its burning oil(doesnt matter b/c youll end up doing a swap) or antifreeze in theoil(blown headgasket)


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