Used New or used

ianjoyner · 5th February 2008, 19:01

I'm looking at a new Civic and was wondering what the thoughts are of new vs used? Obviously new would be nice, but there's a big saving on the earlier cars.

Are there any issues with the early cars that aren't covered on the warranty? Sounds a bit like some of the issues never really get fixed. Obviously cars that are 1-2 years old with low miles make you wonder why the owner let them go. But a used example is a saving of £3-5000.

Ian

mrh339 · 5th February 2008, 19:03

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Originally Posted by ianjoyner

I'm looking at a new Civic and was wondering what the thoughts are of new vs used? Obviously new would be nice, but there's a big saving on the earlier cars.

Are there any issues with the early cars that aren't covered on the warranty? Sounds a bit like some of the issues never really get fixed. Obviously cars that are 1-2 years old with low miles make you wonder why the owner let them go. But a used example is a saving of £3-5000.

Ian

You could always haggle hard and get new for used money.

St Thomas · 5th February 2008, 19:04

Loads of info on here.
Try this as well.
Honda Civic | Used Car Tests | Car Reviews | Auto Express

FWH · 5th February 2008, 19:17

If you can afford a new ( 08 ) car, go for it.

I think a number of things have been improved in the car, and it sounds like there were quite a few 06 cars with problems.

Read more about the Civic in general in the Wiki: Main Page - Civinfo Wiki

kevin_lufc · 5th February 2008, 19:28

I have an 06 civic,love the car to bits....more than her indoors if truth be known

. I bought it new and I will never buy new again. I am looking at an upgrade,ES>EX. I will buy my next car used, I feel that I am going to get more for what I can afford.

Honda100 · 5th February 2008, 19:50

First one I purchased was new. Loved the smell and the feeling that I had a brand new car. Second one was a six month old pre registered with 10 miles on the clock. Same new smell, not quite as new but much much cheaper! I usually get pre registered cars, but the first time around there were not that many, hence splashing out on a new one. I am sure if you search you will find some bargains.

illegalhunter · 5th February 2008, 19:55

New will make your car worth 17% less when you drive it out the showroom

sw65 · 5th February 2008, 21:12

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Originally Posted by Honda100

First one I purchased was new. Loved the smell and the feeling that I had a brand new car. Second one was a six month old pre registered with 10 miles on the clock. Same new smell, not quite as new but much much cheaper! I usually get pre registered cars, but the first time around there were not that many, hence splashing out on a new one. I am sure if you search you will find some bargains.

Agreed: pre-reg is a real money saver

mrh339 · 5th February 2008, 21:35

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Originally Posted by illegalhunter

New will make your car worth 17% less when you drive it out the showroom

Or even 17.5%.

Topcat · 5th February 2008, 22:11

Try and find a pre-reg - not used almost guaranteed to have some issues.

nellz_bassettshonda · 5th February 2008, 22:20

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Originally Posted by Topcat

Try and find a pre-reg - not used almost guaranteed to have some issues.

Yes totally agree , there are pre-reg ones cropping up now with Honda pushing garages for numbers

ianjoyner · 5th February 2008, 23:09

thanks for the advice, guess I'll judge every deal as I see it, pre-reg seems a good option. I'd struggle to afford a top spec car new, but could afford a used one. I'll probably end up making a choice between a high spec used car or a pre-reg lower spec car. Hopefully most issues on a used one would show up on a thorough test drive. I'll have to see what the local dealers have in (Blackpool & Lancaster Honda). The prices of private sales on Autotrader is very tempting though!

Thanks for the links, the Wiki is great, looks like I've got some reading to do.

mrh339 · 5th February 2008, 23:11

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Originally Posted by nellz_bassettshonda

Yes totally agree , there are pre-reg ones cropping up now with Honda pushing garages for numbers

So now is the time to buy a new car at cost price as Honda are pushing dealers to move the metal. Go in and demand a discount of 11-14% and see what deal you can get. If they wont do it walk away to a dealer that will.

ritchie_perriam · 5th February 2008, 23:24

i was planning to buy new, but when i saw the exact modle i wanted 6 months old with 5000miles for over £3k less and i could take it away that day! i couldnt see the point in new!

Topcat · 6th February 2008, 07:44

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Originally Posted by ritchie_perriam

i was planning to buy new, but when i saw the exact modle i wanted 6 months old with 5000miles for over £3k less and i could take it away that day! i couldnt see the point in new!

But I would be asking why someone had got rid of it so quickly.

Kremmen · 6th February 2008, 07:48

I've often wondered why almost new cars are available (apart from the demonstrators).

JoeyF · 6th February 2008, 09:31

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Originally Posted by Kremmen

I've often wondered why almost new cars are available (apart from the demonstrators).

I changed my 1st new Civic after around 10 months for a new one, not because there was anything wrong, just because I got offered a deal I couldn't refuse on another new Civic but a Sport instead of an SE (I found out it was because the dealership had to move a few cars for the salesmen to get bonus!)

So maybe not all young second hand cars have problems.

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ianjoyner Valve Cap Join Date: 5th February 2008 Location: Preston, UK Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	New or used I'm looking at a new Civic and was wondering what the thoughts are of new vs used? Obviously new would be nice, but there's a big saving on the earlier cars. Are there any issues with the early cars that aren't covered on the warranty? Sounds a bit like some of the issues never really get fixed. Obviously cars that are 1-2 years old with low miles make you wonder why the owner let them go. But a used example is a saving of £3-5000. Ian

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ianjoyner Valve Cap Join Date: 5th February 2008 Location: Preston, UK Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	thanks for the advice, guess I'll judge every deal as I see it, pre-reg seems a good option. I'd struggle to afford a top spec car new, but could afford a used one. I'll probably end up making a choice between a high spec used car or a pre-reg lower spec car. Hopefully most issues on a used one would show up on a thorough test drive. I'll have to see what the local dealers have in (Blackpool & Lancaster Honda). The prices of private sales on Autotrader is very tempting though! Thanks for the links, the Wiki is great, looks like I've got some reading to do. Last edited by ianjoyner; 5th February 2008 at 23:11.

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