-Official- Is this car worth it thread - vol. 2
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Originally Posted by tmz1m' timestamp='1429847771' post='23589446
[quote name='2Kaputnik' timestamp='1429847508' post='23589440']
[quote name='tmz1m' timestamp='1429845627' post='23589412']
Hello All --
Shopping for my first S2K. I'm looking for an AP2, particularly a 2006-2009 (I'd like the option of doing a tune down the line if I want to). I've found a one-owner 2006, Suzuka blue (matching interior), 35K miles, for $17K. The Carfax shows one minor accident and the owner said he was rear-ended just after buying the car (in 2006), and the bumper was replaced because the damage impacted the styrofoam. He had it replaced under insurance and no accidents or problems since. The driver's seat has some scratches and wear, but no holes. There are some rock chips on the front (not bad -- looks really good in pictures from 10 feet), and the bottom of the front lip probably needs to be resprayed. The top has one little spot of wear, and the owner said he had it repaired and it has never leaked, etc. It's always been garage kept.
$17K -- fair deal for this or keep looking? It seems like a good deal for the year and miles, but if it's not the right deal, I'll keep looking.
[quote name='tmz1m' timestamp='1429845627' post='23589412']
Hello All --
Shopping for my first S2K. I'm looking for an AP2, particularly a 2006-2009 (I'd like the option of doing a tune down the line if I want to). I've found a one-owner 2006, Suzuka blue (matching interior), 35K miles, for $17K. The Carfax shows one minor accident and the owner said he was rear-ended just after buying the car (in 2006), and the bumper was replaced because the damage impacted the styrofoam. He had it replaced under insurance and no accidents or problems since. The driver's seat has some scratches and wear, but no holes. There are some rock chips on the front (not bad -- looks really good in pictures from 10 feet), and the bottom of the front lip probably needs to be resprayed. The top has one little spot of wear, and the owner said he had it repaired and it has never leaked, etc. It's always been garage kept.
$17K -- fair deal for this or keep looking? It seems like a good deal for the year and miles, but if it's not the right deal, I'll keep looking.
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Is the title clean, i.e., not a salvage or rebuilt title as a result of the rear end accident? Seems like it is worth a look though. Good luck!
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No, it's a clean title, not salvage, and Carfax lists it as a "minor accident." According to the seller, the damage wasn't bad, it was "barely tapped" but required replacement because the bumper was "punctured." From the pictures, the repair looks good, etc. I think it's at least a reasonable deal for a one-owner car, but I'm always glad to get a second opinion. Thanks!
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MY05, 132k miles, oem hard top, needs new struts and small damage on front bumper:
http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/4974755596.html
http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/4974755596.html
What about this MY05's worth??
The owner tells me:
Rebuilt engine due to bent valve and from the 2nd owner possibly mishitting.
3rd owner, bought Honda certified used in 2008 with 60k miles.
Most (if not all) maintenance records.
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I just emailed him and offered $10.5k because high mileage, has been questionably rebuilt, blown shocks ($400 for a pair) and front bumper damage ($400-500 for paint and another $300 for the bumper or $200 if repaired..or around $700-800 total for bumper painted).
Is my $10.5k offer a lowball? lol
Is my $10.5k offer a lowball? lol
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Never thought I'd be eyeing an S2k of this price, but one has really caught my eye as *perfect* despite the steep asking price.
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
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From: North SF Bay, CA
Never thought I'd be eyeing an S2k of this price, but one has really caught my eye as *perfect* despite the steep asking price.
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
The bottom line is that these days he can probably get that amount, or very close to it. The car is worth whatever somebody is willing to pay for it, and 23K really isn't a lot of money to the serious shopper who will want exactly this car.
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Originally Posted by I-vtec. Do you?' timestamp='1429943475' post='23590753
Never thought I'd be eyeing an S2k of this price, but one has really caught my eye as *perfect* despite the steep asking price.
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
The bottom line is that these days he can probably get that amount, or very close to it. The car is worth whatever somebody is willing to pay for it, and 23K really isn't a lot of money to the serious shopper who will want exactly this car.
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From: North SF Bay, CA
Originally Posted by 2Kaputnik' timestamp='1429979169' post='23591047
[quote name='I-vtec. Do you?' timestamp='1429943475' post='23590753']
Never thought I'd be eyeing an S2k of this price, but one has really caught my eye as *perfect* despite the steep asking price.
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
Never thought I'd be eyeing an S2k of this price, but one has really caught my eye as *perfect* despite the steep asking price.
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
The bottom line is that these days he can probably get that amount, or very close to it. The car is worth whatever somebody is willing to pay for it, and 23K really isn't a lot of money to the serious shopper who will want exactly this car.
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That makes sense. This one sounds more appropriate for a collector type that wouldn't want to drive it too much. You can certainly find a nice S2K for around $18K that would probably suit you fine.
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Originally Posted by I-vtec. Do you?' timestamp='1429986148' post='23591135
[quote name='2Kaputnik' timestamp='1429979169' post='23591047']
[quote name='I-vtec. Do you?' timestamp='1429943475' post='23590753']
Never thought I'd be eyeing an S2k of this price, but one has really caught my eye as *perfect* despite the steep asking price.
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
[quote name='I-vtec. Do you?' timestamp='1429943475' post='23590753']
Never thought I'd be eyeing an S2k of this price, but one has really caught my eye as *perfect* despite the steep asking price.
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
The bottom line is that these days he can probably get that amount, or very close to it. The car is worth whatever somebody is willing to pay for it, and 23K really isn't a lot of money to the serious shopper who will want exactly this car.
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That makes sense. This one sounds more appropriate for a collector type that wouldn't want to drive it too much. You can certainly find a nice S2K for around $18K that would probably suit you fine.
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Yeah, I agree. This is my dream S2k but I suspect I would probably feel guilty every time I drove it, and I don't want that. I might offer him a bit less and see if he jumps at the idea of a quick, easy cash sale.
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From: Cali
Hey guys..
Opinions on prices for these 2 decent looking ones?
http://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/4981731791.html
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv...961261362.html
Thanks
Opinions on prices for these 2 decent looking ones?
http://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/4981731791.html
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv...961261362.html
Thanks
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Originally Posted by 2Kaputnik' timestamp='1429991668' post='23591204
[quote name='I-vtec. Do you?' timestamp='1429986148' post='23591135']
[quote name='2Kaputnik' timestamp='1429979169' post='23591047']
[quote name='I-vtec. Do you?' timestamp='1429943475' post='23590753']
Never thought I'd be eyeing an S2k of this price, but one has really caught my eye as *perfect* despite the steep asking price.
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
[quote name='2Kaputnik' timestamp='1429979169' post='23591047']
[quote name='I-vtec. Do you?' timestamp='1429943475' post='23590753']
Never thought I'd be eyeing an S2k of this price, but one has really caught my eye as *perfect* despite the steep asking price.
White AP1 (2002)
18k miles, stock, 1 owner
*Mint* condition
Fully red interior
This car has everything I want. 1 owner, no accidents, mint, white/red interior. Owner knows it's worth many dollars. He wants 23k and when I spoke to him on the phone he told me he was firm on the price at the moment. Am I crazy for entertaining the idea of 23k on this car?
The bottom line is that these days he can probably get that amount, or very close to it. The car is worth whatever somebody is willing to pay for it, and 23K really isn't a lot of money to the serious shopper who will want exactly this car.
[/quote]
That makes sense. This one sounds more appropriate for a collector type that wouldn't want to drive it too much. You can certainly find a nice S2K for around $18K that would probably suit you fine.
[/quote]
Yeah, I agree. This is my dream S2k but I suspect I would probably feel guilty every time I drove it, and I don't want that. I might offer him a bit less and see if he jumps at the idea of a quick, easy cash sale.
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cars are made to drive and enjoy. If u want something just to look at; buy a painting. The car has everything u want. Make an offer and enjoy it. White ap1 and 18k miles . Get that car . White was my 2nd choice but I got my dream color too. Go out and enjoy the car. AP1 ftw