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#750 of 9207 Re extended protection plan/firstcivic1 by bd21 Dec 26, 2003 (3:30 pm)
If you have an extended warranty to sleep at night, than the going price is less than $800 for a zero deductible 7 year/100,000 mile Honda warranty. Personally, I would save my money. I'm a mechanic and it would be extremely rare for you to need any repair during that period of time. Regardless, I would still at least wait 24,000 miles or two years before I would even consider buying the extended warranty, because there is no penalty, it will still cost the same price. Even if you wait just shy of 36 months or 36k, there is only a $60 dollar additional charge. Bottom line, if my car was sound near the end of the basic warranty, I would bank the money. Chances are (95% or better) that I will have all my money plus interest in the bank 10 years after I bought my Honda, especially if I do all of my required maintenance. The Civic is a well made car and I doubt you will be replacing anything but tires, wiper blades, brake pads and maybe rotors in the next 7 years or 100,000 miles. After about 10 years or 110,000 miles, then you could possibly be expecting to pay out money for other repairs, but it may be many more miles or years than that. I keep cars for 13 to 15 years and I have yet to have a failure that would have paid off with a factory warranty. The good news is most Hondas, Toyotas and Nissans will make it till a 100K without dipping into your wallet. Even if your car needs minor repairs, it will most likely be less than the money you shelled out for the warranty. Just make sure you service your car by the manual, not the dealer's recommendations. This will save you a lot money and your car will last you a very long time. Also, I recommend following the severe maintenance schedual in your owner's manual regardless of your driving style. Happy motoring.
#751 of 9207 celica115 $1000 below invoice? by lawdawgfl Dec 26, 2003 (8:14 pm)
Where? The dealer that contacted me because of an internet search told me $14,450. I thought that was a bit high considering. The only option I put on it was fog lights and alarm. I have also sent the request to 2 other dealerships. I live in south Florida so I wonder if that has anything to do with it. Thanks for the info.
#752 of 9207 Re: $1000 below invoice by celica115 Dec 26, 2003 (9:31 pm)
As you read this board in the past week. FIRSTCIVIC1 and I just purchased the LX. So far the lowest price is $14,300. The dealer invoice is 15,261 in NYC. I am not sure in S. Florida. Just enter you zip code in "New Cars", and you will see the different between NYC and Floira. Plus, it is almost the end of the year. I am sure you can do better than that.   firstcivic1, I agree with bd21. There is no need extended warranty especially for Honda.
#753 of 9207 04 civic EX by r8412 Dec 27, 2003 (5:09 am)
Purchased a 04 EX auto yesterday for 16,500. Took the 2.9 from Honda as well. I decided to get the 7/100 b-to-b warranty. My wife drives a ton so she wanted it for a peace of mind. First quote on the warranty was 1600 bucks but when all was said and done, 700 was the final answer. I couldn't believe the finance dude. He also tried to slip the bogus (if you get hurt or die insurance) on the contract. I gave him hell and he took it off and lowered his warranty price. Finally, when I drove the car off the lot the anti lock brakes light was on. I went right back and made them exchange the car for another one. he he, free oil change and mud guards too. What a great day huh?
#754 of 9207 Re: 04 civic EX by celica115 Dec 27, 2003 (9:48 am)
I think you were lucky that the dealer had the same one in stock.
#756 of 9207 sorry to hear that by celica115 Dec 27, 2003 (11:25 am)
Learned a lesson, and do it better next time.
#757 of 9207 04 Civic VP by pkomma Dec 27, 2003 (12:07 pm)
Atlanta area   Just put deposit down on the Civic VP in Fiji Blue (really great looking color). Pretty much last night started calling around, carsdirect was listing 13064, asked if people could match. Three dealers refused, two beat it. Ended up being 14135 out the door (7% tax for Fulton county). These guys took a hit, got the 2.9% on the car too. Lanier Honda and Hennesey Honda out in the boondocks of the Atlanta metro area were the ones willing to sell for the least.   Whole experience was an absolute breeze. There was no negotiation, after I'd called the dealership he called me back and dropped that price on me and I just took it. Got there, he didn't calculate title and lemon fee (21 bucks) threw that on and that was end of it. After going to several other dealerships in Atlanta area just to see cars (felt like pulling teeth) business at Lanier was really great.
#759 of 9207 Just bought my Civic on the internet by bd21 Dec 27, 2003 (4:59 pm)
I dealt directly with the internet sales manager at Treadwell Honda in Mobile, AL on-line and firmed the deal up with a phone call and my credit card deposit. I got an 04 Civic LX 4-door sedan, automatic transmission with side air bags in Shoreline Mist. They are ordering it, so it will be a month or so before I pick it up. I did the same thing with them before. My total price including all processing & dealer fees to include a car tag is $15,100. I just have to pay my straight sales tax. I live in Florida(6% sales tax), so by the time it's all said and done it will be in my driveway for $16,006. No trade was involved and I'll use Honda 2.9% financing if it is still available when my car comes in, if not my credit union has 4.25%. I've been looking for a while, this is the best that I could do within a 120 miles of Ft. Walton Beach Florida.

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