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Old 12-26-2016, 01:53 PM
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It's a case by case basis. Which is in better condition and which do you prefer. 70k is not very high miles however 32k is very low. I actually think both are prices fairly on paper.
Old 12-26-2016, 03:25 PM
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Condition (not to be confused with mileage) would be my priority. If a stranger can identify which in better shape blinded from mileage then that is what I'd go with.
Old 12-26-2016, 08:59 PM
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Quite a choice, some higher mileage cars may have a lot of component refreshments whereas a older low mileage car has OLD rubber components by now.
Old 12-29-2016, 01:58 PM
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Well, I'll just say you have to go on a case by case basis. My 02 with 8500 miles was in gorgeous condition. Including all the rubber parts. I would buy it again in a heartbeat. I am considering picking up another similarly low mileage 02 or 03 in the coming year so I'll have it ready to go when I retire.
Old 12-29-2016, 02:33 PM
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Condition is far more important than age or mileage. I bought a relatively low mileage car that turned out to be in rather poor condition. Getting it back to new was a fun, but expensive process.

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Old 12-31-2016, 05:08 AM
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I ended up buying a 2007 with 34,000 miles for $22,000. It is in great condition and was a one owner car. Very happy with it!
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congrats
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Old 12-31-2016, 05:43 AM
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Your patience payed off, welcome back to S2K ownership.

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Old 12-31-2016, 07:33 AM
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The 2007 seems priced right if all the body panels match, etc.

The late cars are tuneable with just the Hondata FlashPro, come with 17" wheels, stability assist, and more. If you're going to bugger the car with aftermarket wheels, lower it, and pull the fenders it won't matter which you get -- and if you plan on this I'd get one in the $11K price range not either of these 'cuz that's what it will still be worth after those mods.

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Old 12-31-2016, 09:08 AM
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Some people believe driving a stock ap2 is about 80% of the experience of driving a stock ap1. That is where I come down. But, others disagree. I don't think you can make this decision without driving the cars yourself. Forum advice will not do.

Some say that the stock ap1 provides approximately the same experience as a stock Club Racer.

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