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Old May 11, 2011 | 03:18 PM
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I'm looking at buying a 1995 Honda Accord EX? 5 speed coupe 23x,xxx miles. I was just wondering if there were any problems consistent with this year or model, etc. I've driven one before and i really liked it. I'm aiming for better gas mileage.. i get 15 right now :/ oh, and the car is $2000. its completely loaded, power everything, sunroof, leather, etc. I have a POS right now, and im not trying to get another so any input is welcome (:
 
Old May 11, 2011 | 03:29 PM
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There are some common problems with those, but nothing major. Mainly slow window motors, speedometers breaking, and glove box light staying on.

$2,000 seems a little steep for a 16 year old car with 230,000 miles. I paid $1500 for my 95 with 160,000 miles 2 years ago.
 
Old May 11, 2011 | 09:49 PM
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Ok, the add says 2000 obo, so what would you suggest as a good starting offer? I'm prepared to go to 2000, but of course, who wouldnt want to get it cheaper.
 
Old May 12, 2011 | 02:01 AM
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It's hard to say without seeing it, but I guess maybe start at 1500. Have you looked on craigslist? I don't know about in virginia but up here there are literally hundreds for sale. A lot with less miles than the ones you described for cheaper, but obviously location does have something to do with that.
 
Old May 12, 2011 | 02:01 AM
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It's hard to say without seeing it, but I guess maybe start at 1500. Have you looked on craigslist? I don't know about in virginia but up here there are literally hundreds for sale. A lot with less miles than the ones you described for cheaper, but obviously location does have something to do with that.
 
Old May 12, 2011 | 06:40 AM
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Yes, the add is on craigslist. We dont really have much to choose from here though. I'm in richmond, and richmond isnt exactly the nicest city so a lot of them are beaters unfortunately.
 
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