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gotti911
December 15th, 2006, 04:36 PM
Should I go to the seller and look at the car before I buy it? The seller has a good history with previous buyers. The car has a rebuilt title but no engine damage. How much are you willing to pay for this car? I just need a car that doesn't break down on me.

2004 Honda Civic Hybrid

HISTORY

This hybrid automobile runs and drives perfect, no weird noises of any kind, transmission shifts perfectly smooth and the handling is just like a brand new vehicle. This vehicle had very light damage to the lower part of the front front bumper, I only had to replace the front bumper, lower radiator support and the radiator. The front bumper was repainted to a perfect match. Everything else is factory original and nothing else had to be repainted or replaced. Very reliable, responsive, and economical. You should not have any problems driving it long distances and should provide you with a long enjoyable ownership.

52,800 Actual Mileage

REBUILT / RECONDITIONED TITLE

KNOWN PROBLEMS AND DEFECTS
Reconditioned Rebuilt title

EXTERIOR

Tires have about 70% thread left
Paint is in excellent condition
All factory original parts with original factory paint and vin numbers except for the front bumper that was replaced.

ENGINE AND MECHANICAL

100% Ready for a long drive
Smooth and responsive Automatic Transmission
There are no known mechanical problems
Runs and drives perfectly straight

INTERIOR

Power windows and locks
Side impact airbags
Cruise controls on wheel
Tilt
The carpets, panels and dashboard are extra clean
Cold air conditioner
Honda radio AM/FM CD with an additional indash 6 Disk CD CHANGER system

BLUE BOOK SUGGESTED RETAIL VALUE



This estimate will give you an idea of how much this vehicle would cost in excellent condition.

"Excellent" condition means that the vehicle looks new, is in excellent mechanical condition and needs no reconditioning. This vehicle has never had any paint or body work and is free of rust. The vehicle has a clean title history and will pass a smog and safety inspection. The engine compartment is clean, with no fluid leaks and is free of any wear or visible defects. The vehicle also has complete and verifiable service records. Less than 5% of all used vehicles fall into this category.



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2004 Honda Civic Hybrid Sedan 4D


Engine: 4-Cyl. 1.3L
Transmission: Automatic
Drivetrain: FWD
Mileage: 52,000


Equipment
Air Conditioning
AM/FM Stereo
ABS (4-Wheel)
Power Steering
CD player
Traction Control
Multi Compact Disk Power Windows
Multi Compact Disc
Leather
Power Door Locks
Bose Premium Sound
Dual Power Seats


Dual Front Air Bags
Alloy Wheels
Cruise Control
Front Side Air Bags
Tilt Wheel


Retail Value $18,940

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Mr.T
December 15th, 2006, 06:38 PM
NO... for just a few thousand more i would buy a brand-new one and get myself some piece of mind. IMO, there are way too many miles on that thing for only being 2 years old. on a good note, i once had an accord for a few years and it was great. never had any problems with it. but still, seeing as you're about to drop that much money anyways, what's a few thousand more for a brand-new one. just my opinion that may be worthless.
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gotti911
December 16th, 2006, 12:25 AM
NO... for just a few thousand more i would buy a brand-new one and get myself some piece of mind. IMO, there are way too many miles on that thing for only being 2 years old. on a good note, i once had an accord for a few years and it was great. never had any problems with it. but still, seeing as you're about to drop that much money anyways, what's a few thousand more for a brand-new one. just my opinion that may be worthless.
:)

It's an auction I'm thinking of bidding 8000 bucks

supraman_2
December 16th, 2006, 01:33 AM
Always go look at the car before you even think about buying.

tommykhu550
December 16th, 2006, 02:07 AM
i agree with supraman. go see the car first. those pictures can obscure alot of problems.

Debonya31
December 16th, 2006, 03:09 PM
Yeah. I bought a car sight unseen once. I learned a valuable lesson. A car is one thing you need to see before buying.

gotti911
December 16th, 2006, 03:23 PM
Yeah. I bought a car sight unseen once. I learned a valuable lesson. A car is one thing you need to see before buying.

what happen, there were damages on the car?

I guess I'm going to not buy the car then, my parents say the same thing so does the used car buying guide.