Ive owned two civics and have had good experiences in general with hondas so im looking to get another one for a daily driver. what do you think of this car. http://cars.com/go/search/deta...resun

Think its a reasonable price? What problems should I look for with this model. I test drove it and i liked it, the price is a little high from what i have seen researching so i would probably offer them 5500. what do you guys think?

 

looks very clean for a 5th gen accord. there are generally no problems with these cars if they are well maintained. clutch, timing belt/wp, axles, brakes are basically the simple things to look out for. accords are a solid chassis, but i'm kinda biased .

 

Definitely a nice looking accord especially with only 89k on the odo. I would definitely say in the 5's is a reasonable offer for it. The only real problems people have are the front power windows can suck *** and crap out on you

 

when does honda recommend replacing the timing belt? 90k? Cause if i get it ill probaly do a timing belt/water pump.

 

Oh definitely do the timing belt and all that jazz. Especially if it hasn't been done already just because of the car's age

 

If you have to replace all that stuff yourself, I would reconsider buying the car in the first place. Also, think about the cost of repairs/replacements and compare it to the market value of the car. Ideally, you want a rebuild/repair cost of less than 10% of the market value of the vehicle if you are going to buy a used vehicle. Sale price is NOT market price, just so you know.

 

well im not sure if the car has had any maintenance work done to it. Timing belt is pretty cheap if i do it myself. it does seem like a steep price. i think it may be my area though. looking through the classifieds online its close to what other used car dealerships are charging.

 

Ya timing belt is a piece of cake. I would make sure the front rotors aren't warped.
Rotors are a MAJOR PAIN compared to the timing belt.

 

Thats waaaaay to high and plus if I am not mistaken form those pictures it looked like it had some front end damage. You should be able to talk them down at least 500-1000 for that car without any damage, but with damage way more than that.

 

Thanks for all the replies guys. I didnt notice that dent on the front fender when i was looking at the car in person so maybe they fixed it, im going to go take another look at the car today.