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Sedans Honda Accord Buying a used Accord
84 messages, Last post on Jul 31, 2009 at 2:33 AM
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I found someone selling a 2003 Honda Accord Coupe 4-Cyl 5-Speed Manual with 85000 miles for $9500. I know this is high mileage but is it too high? She has all the maintenance records from the dealership. She used to live in LA and would commute to San Fran frequently, hence the high mileage. The test drive went well, but am I just buying a headache? I'm a college student and am just nervous about making a mistake. It seems like a good deal, and Honda's seem like they will last forever. Any advice!! thanks! |
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Replying to: jtmathew (Jul 20, 2006 12:14 am) 1)After 5K miles, you will need the 90K tuneup, so negotiate more, because a 90K tuneup can set you back about $350. 2) Check the tires' conditions; if they are worn, let the owner know so maybe they can lower the price more, cuz those can set you back about $500. 3) I would strongly advice you to let a mechanic check the clutch, or if you are an experienced manual driver, maybe you can tell how well the clutch is supposed to grab. That car probably has a lot of freeway miles, but there are drivers that ride the clutch a lot. A clutch can set you back $500 or more...so check it out asap! 4) READ ALL maintenance RECIEPTS carefully, don't think "Yeah it's all here...." 5) I don't think you need to worry about the timing belt, because the 4 banger has a timing chain and not a belt. 6) Look for those MAJOR service reciepts, like the 30K, 60K, etc. 7) Run a carfax just to be on the safe side. 8) Check cautiously if all body panels are aligned, but don't be too shocked to see a lot of rock chips on the front of the car, because of a lot of freeway driving. Other than that, you are good to go my friend. 
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Replying to: jtmathew (Jul 20, 2006 12:14 am) 
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Replying to: jtmathew (Jul 20, 2006 12:14 am) Does anyone else have experience with the AC compressor going out? Since reading the post about the compressor, I've read a few more on this same issue. Any other suggestions!! Thanks for all your help!
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Replying to: jtmathew (Jul 20, 2006 8:54 am)
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Some folks say that's not a lot of miles. It would be a lot for me. That's over 20k a year. That kind of mileage can affect things that are not a problem with a 12K per year car. I would rather take my chances at CarMax for the price. That's just me though. |
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Replying to: baller23 (Jul 20, 2006 2:45 am) thanks.
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Replying to: alertik (Jul 23, 2006 11:20 am) The car should run just the same, except for lack of cold air when you push "A/C". |
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Replying to: master1 (Jul 20, 2006 4:45 pm) What kind of advice is that!!!! Sure, buy from a dealer - if you want to pay more for the same car, and additional taxes as well - maybe.
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