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#623 of 655 Re: bvdj84 [imidazol97] by elroy5 Jul 15, 2009 (1:20 pm)
Replying to: imidazol97 (Jul 15, 2009 3:52 am) But that's still not complete. The insurance cost represents the probability of loss to the insurance company. Factors such as the driver's age, driving record individually and for a group, color of car, equipment on the car, and cost to repair are examples of factors in the actuarial prediction for insurance costs.   I thought we were talking about why the Accord would cost more to insure than the Malibu. I assumed we were talking about the same driver, same driving record, same color, same equipment, etc.  I think if you bought a Malibu that cost $23k or an Accord that cost $23k the insurance cost would be the same, because the value would be the same. Replies to this message: butch100 (Jul 15, 2009 4:27 pm) dmathews3 (Jul 15, 2009 5:33 pm) elroy5 (Jul 15, 2009 5:40 pm)
#624 of 655 Re: bvdj84 [elroy5] by butch100 Jul 15, 2009 (4:27 pm)
Replying to: elroy5 (Jul 15, 2009 1:20 pm) It's not that both cars cost XXXK, some models are much more sought after by crooks. Malibu's generally won't end up in a chop shop I guess their parts just are not in demand.. Replies to this message: dmathews3 (Jul 15, 2009 5:33 pm) elroy5 (Jul 15, 2009 5:40 pm)
#625 of 655 Re: bvdj84 [butch100] by dmathews3 Jul 15, 2009 (5:33 pm)
Replying to: butch100 (Jul 15, 2009 4:27 pm) Thats because they keep on ticking and ticking and never break so there is no aftermarket for parts. Seriously insurance costs reflect a lot on how much it costs to fix in an accident and foreign cars for the most part usually cost more to repair so the insurance is going to cost more.
#626 of 655 Re: bvdj84 [butch100] by elroy5 Jul 15, 2009 (5:40 pm)
Replying to: butch100 (Jul 15, 2009 4:27 pm) Hondas were a very popular choice of thieves years ago, because many Honda models had interchangeable parts, including engines and transmissions. The Integra was the big target, because it had a higher performance engine, that could easily be swapped into an Accord or Prelude. The cars were also very easy to steal back then. I doubt Accords are stolen much anymore, mainly because of the Immobilizer system, and you can just buy a V6 engine in an Accord now, instead of putting the higher performance 4 cylinder engine from an Acura TSX in it. In the early 90's you could not get a V6 in an Accord, so the only way to get a power boost, besides home-made turbo, was the Acura 4 cylinder engine.
#627 of 655 1991 Honda Civic or 1987 Chevy Beretta by riverwlkr02 Jul 19, 2009 (2:36 pm)
Was wondering what your choice would be. I have to decide between a 1991 Honda Civic or 1987 Chevy Beretta. The Civic has 168,000 miles on it. Engine/trans good. Needs front ball joints. Test drived - not bad! Little rust and no dents. Asking $775.   1987 Chevy Beretta has 136,000 miles and some rust. The brakes felt damp (small line where it seeps out a connector) - flange ends of brake lines. Asking $750. New battery, air filter, manifold. Replies to this message: dmathews3 (Jul 19, 2009 3:19 pm) elroy5 (Jul 19, 2009 3:52 pm) bvdj84 (Jul 19, 2009 5:49 pm)
#628 of 655 Re: 1991 Honda Civic or 1987 Chevy Beretta [riverwlkr02] by dmathews3 Jul 19, 2009 (3:19 pm)
Replying to: riverwlkr02 (Jul 19, 2009 2:36 pm) I would say there are going to be continuing problems with either car. The Chevy will be a whole lot cheaper for parts than the Honda will be. Most likely 1/2 the price as the same parts are in use in a whole bunch of smaller GM cars. Check out a couple of parts stores for some common parts like starter, altanator, brake parts etc.
#629 of 655 Re: 1991 Honda Civic or 1987 Chevy Beretta [riverwlkr02] by elroy5 Jul 19, 2009 (3:52 pm)
Replying to: riverwlkr02 (Jul 19, 2009 2:36 pm) Chances are, the Civic will be easier to keep rolling than the Beretta. There are a lot of 91 Civics left on the road, whereas the Beretta is on the verge of extinction. GM stopped making the Beretta and Corsica for good reason. Brakes, intake manifolds, and alternators are just a few of the components that needed frequent attention. Check the reliability ratings. Replies to this message: bvdj84 (Jul 19, 2009 5:49 pm)
#630 of 655 Re: 1991 Honda Civic or 1987 Chevy Beretta [elroy5] by bvdj84 Jul 19, 2009 (5:49 pm)
Replying to: elroy5 (Jul 19, 2009 3:52 pm) Either way, have the car you seem to like inspected. It is cheaper to get parts for a GM car. But, how many parts would need attention? I would probably go with the Civic, only because its fairly newer than the beretta. Otherwise pick the one you like. If they were closer in age, well it would be a toss up.
#631 of 655 Re: bvdj84 [elroy5] by blackbeard1 Nov 24, 2009 (3:49 pm)
Replying to: elroy5 (Jul 11, 2009 8:09 am) I have to agree. Most people I know with Camry and Honda don't have problems until after 100k miles. have never purchased Japneese since I want to support America. After owning my 2001 Malibu I can no longer afford to buy GM. List of problems as follows(have prof from dealer) Intake Manifold leaked and replaced 34k Transmision Rebuilt at 38K BCM body control module failed 3 times in 2 years(left me stranded each time)   Ignition cylinder replaced 3 times( anti theft system failure)  AC pully failure( GM makes a modular AC unit ,can't replace pully must replace whole compressor 46K   I purchased and extra warranty which expired one month after the ac was replaced. Now I have problems with lights cutting off and on, my be BCM again.   If I do buy American it will be Ford not GM. Replies to this message: mcdawgg (Nov 24, 2009 5:26 pm) hackattack5 (Nov 25, 2009 5:32 am) mcdawgg (Nov 25, 2009 8:46 am) and 5 more... lehrer1 (Nov 24, 2009 8:05 pm) mcdawgg (Nov 24, 2009 10:33 pm) vanman1 (Dec 02, 2009 5:10 pm) dmathews3 (Dec 03, 2009 7:47 am) and 8 more...
#632 of 655 Re: bvdj84 [blackbeard1] by mcdawgg Nov 24, 2009 (5:26 pm)
Replying to: blackbeard1 (Nov 24, 2009 3:49 pm) "If I do buy American it will be Ford not GM."   There are a lot of good cars out there, both domestic and imports. But, if you do choose an "American" brand, make sure it really is "American" - make sure it was built in the USA with mostly North American parts. I know that rules out many so-called "American" cars. Replies to this message: hackattack5 (Nov 25, 2009 5:32 am) mcdawgg (Nov 25, 2009 8:46 am) bvdj84 (Nov 26, 2009 7:15 am) and 3 more... hackattack5 (Nov 26, 2009 7:41 pm)

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