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Possibly new Civic Owner (Opinions?)

Old Aug 14, 2006 | 06:29 PM
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Hi all,
I'm new to this forum and would like to hear some opinions about my situation. I currently own a 1999 Ford Expedition and I'm thinking about the possibility of doing a trade with a friend for a a 2000 Honda Civic DX Coupe. My Expedition has 107,000 miles and my friend's Civic only 42500. Kelley Blue Book shows the value of both vehicles very close (Expedition: 7645 vs Civic: 7755). Both vehicles are in good condition (engine, paint and interiors).
My only reservation is that the Civic lacks A/C. What do you guys think about the deal? Also, if I do the deal would it be worthy to add A/C to Civic?
Thanks
Joe
 
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 08:36 PM
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what r ur goals if u would get the civic hp, dd, both etc. If it is hp then your going to have to spend some cash to get that engine up to par unless u swap or turbo. If it is dd then the civic is of course ALOT better on gas than the expedition. Everyone i know who owns a civic loves em' but it's your call man!!
 
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 08:39 PM
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if your just looking for a daily driver, the civic will give you a very long and relialbe life. and good gas mileage. the a/c thing is your choice, its nice to have but not a nessesity.
 
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 12:18 AM
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take the civic man....better gas..and u can start modding it....and Welcome....
 
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 12:27 AM
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Welcome to the forum. I would go with the civic for sure. Theyre very easy to find and apply mods to and it will save you a bundle on gas money.
 
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 11:29 AM
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Yes, it is for daily driving and my motivation is the lower gas consumption. Thanks to all of you for your replies. I'll go for it.
 
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 11:57 AM
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Glad to hear youre going for it. You wont be disappointed. It will outlast the Expedition by far. Not to mention saving you a ton on gas.
 
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 12:17 PM
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The dx is the best one for mileage, and using the ac just wastes more gas. (i always just open my windows)
 
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 01:09 PM
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Good point. Besides, I just got a quick quote and it would be ~$1600. OOOuuuchhh!!!!
 
Old Aug 15, 2006 | 01:41 PM
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Yeah because the dx are the base model so it does not have ANY ac equipment, it would all have to be installed.
 
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