Civic 1.8 VTI (Previous model)

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Mon 26 Aug 2002 08:19
Civic 1.8 VTI (Previous model) - Richard_H
I am thinking of buying one of these cars, has anyone got anything to say about them good or bad.

One small thing that doesn't make sense to me, how come dealers can ask 6500 for a car that Parkers (website) say should change hands for 4000 ? (R-reg)

I know people pay what they think somethings worth or is the Parkers valuation system well out ?

Any comments are welcome.
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Wed 28 Aug 2002 22:20
Civic 1.8 VTI (Previous model) - 99pies
parkers has no idea about the value of any Civic VTI. VTI's fetch a premium, they can outperform just about any 'hot-hatch' and do it all day, everyday, wihthout breaking

before i bought my 1.6 VTI i looked at well over a dozen, even the ones in really dodgy condition were more than parkers mid-book

all i can say is take a look at autotrader and if the value seems fair, buy it. VTI's are amazing, reliable fast understated cars.

basic things to check are service history, - that VTEC engine will be good for well over 150,000 miles, but only if its looked after

rear calipers (tend to seize)

and make sure you check the mileage, because civic's go for ever they get clocked a lot

other than that just get one and enjoy it
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