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I would think it needs a timing belt/water pump at 90k miles?
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Have you tried Carfax? not sure why you can't bring to a mechanic to inspect just as an added safety net.
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Hondas had zero clearance engines up to a few years ago, if the timing belt brakes it takes lots of "stuff" with it. Most often the engine is just scrapped it costs more to fix then its worth. Most...
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Thanks for the inputs,
I had it inspected by a mechanic. Needed transmission fluid to be flushed according to him and front struts replacement. Also he said the rear tires were mismatched...
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maintenance has not been done so you will need that taken care of, if he's looking to get rid of quick make sure you look everywhere. Make sure body panels aren't mix match, black isn't always black.
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At 84k, it may need another brake job soon. The tires that have been used have probably been good for 45-50k, in which case another set may be needed soon as well. Check for uneven wear on all tires...
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+2 - It is what is called an "interference" type engine. If it goes, it takes out the engine immediately. Worth the money to replace it at 100K - save a little money each month and then replace it...
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You can change transmission fluid yourself its easier then a oil change on hondas, just make sure you use the Honda ATF fluid not the generic equivalent. Also its never recommended to flush a honda...
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They always say that but my '97 Civic made it through 160k miles w/o any replacements. That said, if your timing belt does go, whoa...!
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Replace it by 100,000. Otherwise Bye Bye car.
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Go check out a Honda forum for any specific issues that people are seeing. What is the KBB for a car of that age in that condition? Have you checked to see what a Strut job will cost? I would get...
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What does this mean? There is no mechanic you can take it to!?!? You should absolutely have it looked at.
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i have a 4 door LX 2002 civic.. At about 85k I needed my belt and pump changed (my buddy does my car, so I know it needed it)....
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SDers need some help, have been reading SD threads on buying a car and need some help before I pull the trigger.
I'm about to purchase a 2002 Civic DX Automatic Coupe for $4850 cash.
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