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chrisy_mac · 24th October 2007, 02:34

Right guys, a couple of these issues have been covered in other topics, but my situation differs slightly.

I'm 21 years old and I'm looking to buy myself a used Civic Type S, preferably a GT. I've just got myself a job that pays around £25,000, however I have other things to pay for and don't want to end up with no extra cash each month.
I've calculated that I can't really more than £14,000 and I doubt I'll drive more than 12,000 miles per year. I would gladly buy a 2006 plate. After viewing the new Civic Type S I was blown away by the interior! In my opinion, there's no other car on the market with a better interior / exterior on the market for the same price.

Anyways, first question: Since I don't want to pay more than £14,000, I doubt I will be able to get the 2.2 i-CDTi model. With the exception of MPG, will I be missing out on anything by buying the petrol?

Also, I noticed that when buying a car new you can pay extra to get an iPod connector fitted. Is it possible to get one of these fitted on a used model? I've tried an FM transmitter before and the sound quality is very poor. I would also like to upgrade the sound system, but I would like it done professionally because I plan on trading the car into a dealer in a couple of years time.

I've booked a test drive for the 1.8 i-vtec this Thursday, can't wait!

TTDegs · 24th October 2007, 10:23

I think that you're going to struggle a bit with your £14K limit - there are a several on ebay (few of which are 2.2s...) at £14.5 upwards

the 1.8 vs the 2.2 debate is a long one, with no winners

However (not that I'm bias or anything!) the biggest thing you miss out on with the 1.8 is the ability to remap the power to 190bhp

But then 1.8 owners wax lyrical about the sound of the wailing VTec...

ipod lead can be retro fitted - but has very limited functionality - check out the section in here for other options

Good luck!

GHGH · 24th October 2007, 10:32

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Originally Posted by TTDegs

But then 1.8 owners wax lyrical about the sound of the wailing VTec...

It music in my ears!

ITSRICKSCIVIC · 24th October 2007, 10:44

Have you ever heard the sound the diesel makes its awsome.

you can check it out for free at johndeeretractors.co.uk

GHGH · 24th October 2007, 11:41

Here we go again!

tofty · 24th October 2007, 11:50

Hi chrisy_mac

I purchased a black 1.8 ES, 56 plate ex honda uk car 4800 miles very good condition just a few stone chips on the front right of the bumpper,from a dealer for £13500+ road tax.

It took me 2 hours and 3 visits though keep grinding them down.

I looked for about 3 months until i found one at the right price.

Keep looking they are out there

Essexboy · 24th October 2007, 12:26

If you're only doing 12k miles PA then get the petrol.

It's cheaper to buy and service, diesel is only worth it for high mileage drivers...

GHGH · 24th October 2007, 12:29

Agreed, except for that the diesel are punchier and can be remapped.....

Essexboy · 24th October 2007, 12:39

Agreed. But if he's on a tight budget it could be the way forward!

TTDegs · 24th October 2007, 13:38

ignore the name it gives to the link - its just for Type S Civics

prices from 14.5K to 21K

eBay.co.uk - type s, type s Cars, x type, diesel, Jaguar items at low prices

chrisy_mac · 24th October 2007, 13:56

Wow, 9 replies already!

I'm talking about upgrading the sound system and I haven't even heard the standard one yet! Can any of you tell me a bit about this? I read somewhere about the basic new civic sound system having a subwoofer, or maybe that was the hybrid :S

TTDegs · 24th October 2007, 15:01

upgrading is definately worthwhile - but not by using the Honda options!

check out the ICE section for some ideas - but set yourself a £limit first

24th October 2007, 02:34	#1 (permalink)
chrisy_mac Valve Cap Join Date: 24th October 2007 Location: Shotts Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Need your help! Right guys, a couple of these issues have been covered in other topics, but my situation differs slightly. I'm 21 years old and I'm looking to buy myself a used Civic Type S, preferably a GT. I've just got myself a job that pays around £25,000, however I have other things to pay for and don't want to end up with no extra cash each month. I've calculated that I can't really more than £14,000 and I doubt I'll drive more than 12,000 miles per year. I would gladly buy a 2006 plate. After viewing the new Civic Type S I was blown away by the interior! In my opinion, there's no other car on the market with a better interior / exterior on the market for the same price. Anyways, first question: Since I don't want to pay more than £14,000, I doubt I will be able to get the 2.2 i-CDTi model. With the exception of MPG, will I be missing out on anything by buying the petrol? Also, I noticed that when buying a car new you can pay extra to get an iPod connector fitted. Is it possible to get one of these fitted on a used model? I've tried an FM transmitter before and the sound quality is very poor. I would also like to upgrade the sound system, but I would like it done professionally because I plan on trading the car into a dealer in a couple of years time. I've booked a test drive for the 1.8 i-vtec this Thursday, can't wait! Last edited by chrisy_mac; 24th October 2007 at 02:39.

24th October 2007, 11:50	#6 (permalink)
tofty Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 29th July 2007 Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Keep looking Hi chrisy_mac I purchased a black 1.8 ES, 56 plate ex honda uk car 4800 miles very good condition just a few stone chips on the front right of the bumpper,from a dealer for £13500+ road tax. It took me 2 hours and 3 visits though keep grinding them down. I looked for about 3 months until i found one at the right price. Keep looking they are out there

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24th October 2007, 10:23	#2 (permalink)
TTDegs Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 4th August 2006 Location: Cardiff Posts: 5,638 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	I think that you're going to struggle a bit with your £14K limit - there are a several on ebay (few of which are 2.2s...) at £14.5 upwards the 1.8 vs the 2.2 debate is a long one, with no winners However (not that I'm bias or anything!) the biggest thing you miss out on with the 1.8 is the ability to remap the power to 190bhp But then 1.8 owners wax lyrical about the sound of the wailing VTec... ipod lead can be retro fitted - but has very limited functionality - check out the section in here for other options Good luck!

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ITSRICKSCIVIC Supporter Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 12th July 2007 Posts: 111 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Have you ever heard the sound the diesel makes its awsome. you can check it out for free at johndeeretractors.co.uk

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GHGH Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 13th March 2007 Location: Trondheim, Norway Posts: 940 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Here we go again!

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Essexboy Supporter Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 9th June 2007 Location: Essex Posts: 179 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	If you're only doing 12k miles PA then get the petrol. It's cheaper to buy and service, diesel is only worth it for high mileage drivers...

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GHGH Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 13th March 2007 Location: Trondheim, Norway Posts: 940 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Agreed, except for that the diesel are punchier and can be remapped.....

24th October 2007, 12:39	#9 (permalink)
Essexboy Supporter Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 9th June 2007 Location: Essex Posts: 179 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Agreed. But if he's on a tight budget it could be the way forward!

24th October 2007, 13:38	#10 (permalink)
TTDegs Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 4th August 2006 Location: Cardiff Posts: 5,638 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	ignore the name it gives to the link - its just for Type S Civics prices from 14.5K to 21K eBay.co.uk - type s, type s Cars, x type, diesel, Jaguar items at low prices

24th October 2007, 13:56	#11 (permalink)
chrisy_mac Valve Cap Join Date: 24th October 2007 Location: Shotts Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Wow, 9 replies already! I'm talking about upgrading the sound system and I haven't even heard the standard one yet! Can any of you tell me a bit about this? I read somewhere about the basic new civic sound system having a subwoofer, or maybe that was the hybrid :S

24th October 2007, 15:01	#12 (permalink)
TTDegs Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 4th August 2006 Location: Cardiff Posts: 5,638 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	upgrading is definately worthwhile - but not by using the Honda options! check out the ICE section for some ideas - but set yourself a £limit first