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Tomorrow Im going to buy one ofwas two civics. A 99 lx 2 dr with 89k miles and an 01 Ex with 122k miles. Both 5 spd. Owner cars. Any suggestions as to which? Both $4000, both have great maintenance records including timing belt change. Any help to narrow it down would be appreciated.
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Why not take both for a test drive? I personally prefer the older style Civics. I don't know your preferences. Some like the newer interior, options, etc. I think driving both will help you make a better decision so you won't regret it down the line.
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I do prefer the look of the 6th gen better. I guess I was more wondering if there were any known issues with either gen that would prompt me to choose one over the other.
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Tomorrow Im going to buy one ofwas two civics. A 99 lx 2 dr with 89k miles and an 01 Ex with 122k miles. Both 5 spd. Owner cars. Any suggestions as to which? Both $4000, both have great maintenance records including timing belt change. Any help to narrow it down would be appreciated.
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Was thinking about just getting a CAI, and calling it good. Looking forward to doubling my gas mileage, over my mini-van.
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I went with the 99. While externally there are a few scuffs that can be polished out. The inside was clean, it had brand new tires, and every single maintenance record in date order. For an 11 yr old car, it's in excellent condition. The 2001 had 32K more miles, as well was cared for nicely. No history of maintenance, and the 17 inch tires needed to be replaced at $150 a pop. So, the 99 was a no brainer to me. It also rode smoother. The 01 needed shocks/struts.
Was thinking about just getting a CAI, and calling it good. Looking forward to doubling my gas mileage, over my mini-van.
Was thinking about just getting a CAI, and calling it good. Looking forward to doubling my gas mileage, over my mini-van.
Just wondering though, where do you live? If you live anywhere thats not central texas, arizona, NM or NV, you might want to get a Short Ram intake.
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Well...It does flood in the greater Houston area, but live in a suburb on the north side. I've been here almost 9 yrs, and only one time have I driven through any significant water. But Are you saying that If I'm driving down the interstate and It's poring cats and dogs that I shouldn't use a CAI? I had a used Saturn with one already installed and never really thought anything of it. Sounds like arguably, all the SRIs or CAIs do is add a little "growl" and possibly a 2-3 HP gain. But for $100ish, what could it hurt.
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Well...It does flood in the greater Houston area, but live in a suburb on the north side. I've been here almost 9 yrs, and only one time have I driven through any significant water. But Are you saying that If I'm driving down the interstate and It's poring cats and dogs that I shouldn't use a CAI? I had a used Saturn with one already installed and never really thought anything of it. Sounds like arguably, all the SRIs or CAIs do is add a little "growl" and possibly a 2-3 HP gain. But for $100ish, what could it hurt.
(sorry for my crappy explanation.)
It all comes down to personal preference though. I know some people who run CAIs in Seattle, with no problems, but I also know of plenty who have trashed their motors doing so. It really is all up to your personal preference, and what you feel confident with.
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Glad to hear! The only things I could say to look out for or expect to replace are your axles and maybe sway bar end links. But you live in a much nicer climate than I do, so the latter might not be too big of an issue. My axles, which I'm sure were the originals, lasted damn near 130,000 miles, so I'd say you're in good shape.
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When Im done washing and waxing I'll post more pics. One thing I am bummed about is the steering wheel seems discolored from hand oil and dirt. Other than that it just dusty from sitting. Unfortunately there was also some paint damage from pitch but got most of it off and hopefully the rest will buff out
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