Expert: Ray Paulsen - 2/1/2009

Question
i am looking at a 1999 honda civic cx hatchback the car has 200000km and looks in good shape comes with lots of extras like summer/winter tires all on rims,subs,amp,dvd deck,and some mods to engine. asking price is 4000 is this a fair deal.and is there anything i should look for before i buy it.. i would like your opinion.thx

Answer
Hi Shawn

I assume your from Canada when you say KM, which makes it about 120K, I have seen many Honda's go way beyond this mileage.

It's buyers beware buying any vehicle 10 years old, with a little homework on your part and following the right steps will help you secure your investment, go to this link on my website    http://www.usedcartips.org/TESTDRI.html if vehicle still is of interest you must make deal subject to an independent mechanical inspection, it may cost you $100. bucks but it's peace of mind.
If seller will not allow an inspection you must walk away from the deal

When you say asking, that means vehicle is open for negotiations, study the site for some pointers how to negotiate.

good Luck

Ray

PS,,, Four grand is a fair deal on any vehicle if you can drive it for two years without any major expence, you will have then secured your investment.