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Lee.Ly
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At Carmax, I am deciding between a 2001 Honda Civic LX and a 2002 Ford Focus LX, both used. They are the same price.
Civic PROS: 30/38 mileage, fully loaded amenities
CONS: it has 93 k miles
I have read about and know of people who own Civics with many more ks of miles than this and their cars are still going strong. Also, Honda is know for their reliable cars with few service problems. Then again, this is a used car...
Focus PROS: only 38 k miles which is 55 k less for the same price.
CONS: 26/32 mileage, no extras included
CD changer, power locks, and cruise control isn't necessary to have in a car, but it sure helps make life easier. I am favoring the Honda, but if I can guarantee a longer life expectancy in the Focus for the same price, I'll stick with Ford.
So do I go with the car that is known for reliability when the miles and years go up, or do I choose the less fuel-efficient car that is 55 k miles younger?
Marc -- I agree 110% with your advice, but money is tight and our limit is $10,000 max. Both cars are going for $9,998. As much as I'd like (and tried to convince my husband to) buy a new car, if you HAD to pick one used car or the other... which one would it be?
Civic PROS: 30/38 mileage, fully loaded amenities
CONS: it has 93 k miles
I have read about and know of people who own Civics with many more ks of miles than this and their cars are still going strong. Also, Honda is know for their reliable cars with few service problems. Then again, this is a used car...
Focus PROS: only 38 k miles which is 55 k less for the same price.
CONS: 26/32 mileage, no extras included
CD changer, power locks, and cruise control isn't necessary to have in a car, but it sure helps make life easier. I am favoring the Honda, but if I can guarantee a longer life expectancy in the Focus for the same price, I'll stick with Ford.
So do I go with the car that is known for reliability when the miles and years go up, or do I choose the less fuel-efficient car that is 55 k miles younger?
Marc -- I agree 110% with your advice, but money is tight and our limit is $10,000 max. Both cars are going for $9,998. As much as I'd like (and tried to convince my husband to) buy a new car, if you HAD to pick one used car or the other... which one would it be?