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Well, looks like my Civic's time is finally up.
I got that stupid engine shake again, complete with cel.

Took it to my mechanic, hoping for good news.
It's not good news.

Turns out that one of the cylinders' pressure (normally at 180) is at exactly: ZERO.

Mech says it would cost more than the value of the car to fix it...

Ah well.
It had to happen sometime.

So now I'm looking for a new Civic, around 2003-2005, four door...
Do you know of any things I should be looking out for in those years? Known problems, etc.

Thanks

 
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stay away from the autos 01-05. manual is fine.

 
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Yeah I would never buy an automatic anyway

Standard RTW

Nothing else? Stick to standard and i'm fine?

 
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have you thought about doing an engine swap? nows the purfect time :P

or if u are going to get rid of your old civc are u going to part it out?

 
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Worth more than the car. I think he's looking for stock reliability.

 
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Yeah I guess I should do that, right? Some parts are still good; I could make a few $$$. Good point.
If anyone in the Montreal area is looking for 1996 Civic parts pm me!

Right on both counts. My old civic is all rusted anyway; change is good sometimes

 
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Don't forget to get a CARFAX on any car your thinking about getting.

Do a suspension test: Push down on the bumper and let go. . The suspension should travel down when you push, then up, then down to level. That's it, anymore and the struts and/or springs are worn and your looking at a $1000 repair for all four wheels.

Check fluids, lights/gauges/switches all work, A/C works, under-hood upkeep, non-factory welds (inside fenders are usually a dead giveaway), and general condition of the car.

Ask to see maintenance records if any.

Good luck.