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5 Things To Consider When Buying a Honda Civic

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Honda started as a motorcycle manufacturer and has now become one of the biggest vehicle manufacturers in the world. One of their most popular models with buyers is the Honda Civic, a front-wheel-drive car that comes in both the sedan and coupe models. The Honda Civic’s biggest selling points are that it has a solid engine that is reliable and gives great fuel economy, meager maintenance costs, and a comfy interior that allows for a joyful ride.

The Civic was first introduced by Honda in 1972 as a subcompact car. It has since then gone through many changes over the generations. There have been ten generations of the Civic, with the latest introduced in 2016, and since its onset, it has moved into the compact car segment. The first Civic was a two-door model and evolved to a hatchback later that year. It was initially known for its environmental friendliness and reliable engine that was fuel-efficient, but now it is more popular for its performance and sporty nature, especially with models like the Civic Type R, Civic VTi, Civic GTi and Civic SiR/Si.

When it comes to the used cars market, the Honda Civic is a hot seller. If you are looking for a Honda Civic for sale in Kenya, here are five things you need to know:

Before buying a Honda Civic with high mileage, check its service and repair records:

Usually, buyers tend to overlook high mileage cars fearing that they may be worn out or have other problems. However, this is not always the case. It is better to check the car history and see how many people owned it and how often it was serviced and repaired. Sometimes, it may also be useful to take a mechanic along to inspect the car, if the previous owner allows, or if you have the technical expertise you can do it yourself too.

Check the car for tire wear, rust, and extensive suspension:

Rust problems also depend on the location you live in, but based on region, the car is likely to have or not have an underbody, trunk, or hood. Some cars may have minor rust problems but for those, you can bring the price down when negotiating. If the rust problem is minor, it will not be such a big problem for the buyer, but keep in mind that it may bring down the future retail value of the car. It would do you well to thoroughly inspect the suspension, tie rods, shocks, and ball joints for and wobbliness, travel, or stoppage. This is because repairing these is usually expensive so it is best to watch out for any such defects and go for a different car if need be.

Cigarette smoke and mold in the interior:

If the car smells like smoke from cigarettes or any other drugs, it is likely that the smell will last a long time and has settled into the car. So unless you can bear the smell of smoke and visible mold, it is better that you look the other way.

How consistently the oil changes and servicing were done:

Getting the scheduled oil change and servicing done can add a lot of value to your Honda Civic, and get you a better price for it when reselling. The same with servicing, and timely tire inflation, rotation, and balancing. A car that looks better in the condition is likely to get more value at a dealership.

Find out the true market value of the car before buying:

Today, you can easily use car selling websites such as SBT Kenya and you don’t need to scour different dealerships to find the Honda Civic price in Kenya. A few clicks are all it takes and it is better to do thorough research before going into the market so you know what to expect. With used Honda Civic cars, it is better to find a reliable seller or importer so you can be at ease when making your purchase.

5 Things To Consider When Buying a Honda Civic

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