Joe2003pc

Hi all,

I am a recent college graduate that has finally put together enough spare change to get an AP1.

I drove some other cars but found the S2000 to be more fun than any of them. A convertible, price, and reliability were my main criteria. Moving to North Carolina from Northern Ohio I can see myself driving around in December with the top down.

Right now I have a nearly stock 97 Civic DX, which will still be my daily driver. So an S2K will be double the power that I am used to and RWD. Obviously, I'm sold on Honda's reliability


I found an 02 suzuka blue with 53,000 miles for sale on a used car lot. I was told it was traded in for a new Mercedes at the dealer down the street. I have negotiated a fair price for it and am willing to buy provided they have Honda program a new keyless entry fob (the other one was lost), R\reset the stereo password (or I read how to do that on S2KI), and it has a clean Carfax report.

I read that a few people here had the ability to get Carfax reports. I was hoping maybe I could get the hookup on one for VIN# JHWAP11422T005398


I'm impressed with the forum. A lot of good info.

shotgunjimmy

sounds like you know what youre doing, lol. good choice of color!!

as far as the carfax goes, somebody on here could probably help you. i dont currently have an account with car fax, or i would. have you asked the dealership to get one for you? also, with the radio, its not that hard to do. sometimes there's a white sticker with black letters in the glove box, or the secret compartment. if that doesnt work, you'll have to pull the radio (really simple), and get the SN# of the back. give that and the VIN to a honda dealer, and they should be able to get it for you.

thanks!

james

johnanderson

Ive got an autocheck if you need help, but it looks like your vin number is off, should be "jhmap"

Joe2003pc

Thanks for the autocheck.

Hmm a fleet car. I don't know if that is good or bad. I wish my company had S2000's for fleet cars.

I only had the hand written demonstration permit to go off of, which says jhWap. Seems these people are a little behind the times on technology. The don't have a website or even an internet ad such as cars.com or autotrader. They had a limited Carfax report but it only said it had a clean title and no accidents. It was printed really lightly and off centered a bit which made me a little suspicious.

But why wouldn't I trust a used car dealer, they're good honest people, right?


Would Carfax disclose Honda maintenance records (other than passing inspections)?

GT_NFR

Fleet Vehicle

kemel

PM me with your email and I can send you the report from Carfax.com

Hope this helps!





Date: Mileage: Source: Comments:
05/21/2002 3 Service Facility Vehicle serviced
Miscellaneous service performed
State inspection completed

05/23/2002 Virginia
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Charlotte, NC First owner reported
Registered as lease vehicle



08/16/2002 3,864 Service Facility Vehicle serviced
Engine serviced

05/02/2003 12,014 Collision Repair Facility
Virginia Vehicle inspected after an
accident or other incident
A vehicle inspection completed
by your dealer or professional
inspector is recommended
CARFAX began reporting information from this source on 05/06/2005.


05/28/2003 12,431 Service Facility Vehicle serviced
Suspension system serviced
State inspection completed

05/21/2004 Duncan Suzuki
Pulaski, VA
540-980-6065
www.duncansuzuki.com Vehicle serviced

06/09/2004 Virginia
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Charlotte, NC Title or registration issued

06/16/2005 33,393 Auto Auction Sold at auction
in Southeast Region
Listed as
a fleet vehicle



06/19/2005 33,600 Dealer Inventory Vehicle offered for sale

09/03/2005 Honda Certified Dealer Offered for sale as a Honda Certified Used Car

09/04/2005 Dealer Inventory Vehicle offered for sale

09/22/2005 Dealer Inventory Vehicle sold

09/24/2005 34,089 North Carolina
Inspection Station
Charlotte, NC Passed emissions inspection



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Purchased: 2005
Where: North Carolina
Est. miles/year: 8,030/yr
Est. length owned: 9/24/05 - present
(2 yrs. 10 mo.)


09/24/2005 34,090 North Carolina
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Newland, NC
Title #777851052972144 Odometer reading reported

10/24/2005 North Carolina
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Newland, NC
Title #777851052972144 Registration issued or renewed
New owner reported
Loan or lien reported

09/06/2006 North Carolina
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Newland, NC
Title #777851052972144 Registration issued or renewed
Passed safety inspection

08/27/2007 52,968 North Carolina
Inspection Station
Candler, NC Passed emissions inspection

01/08/2008 53,094 North Carolina
Inspection Station
Asheville, NC Emissions inspection performed
Passed emissions inspection

Joe2003pc

I offered $13,500 and they didn't bite so I walked away from this one. Probably would've paid 14. It was hard to do but I think it was the right choice.

cougar hunter

keep looking! you will find one that it a great deal.

i just picked up an 02 suzuka with 24k for $18,000, so there are good deal out there

lychyrychy

Wow dude IMHO, $18K for 24K miles is kinda high. I got an MY05 with 17K miles for $20.5K in perfect condition.

Yeah I say a decent deal with MY02 with 30K miles should about around 15K or less.

Just my 2 cents

Joe2003pc

Yeah, I don't mind paying more. I just would like one thats right and not going to give me problems later.

And I agree 18K is a little high from what I'm seeing, but depends on how long ago you bought