Should I buy new '07 Civic or used '04-'05???

[Zorlio]

Hello, it appears as though my 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is about to die aaaany day now and I need a new car.

I'm thinking of buying a new Civic EX w/ Navigation, OR, a 2004-2005 used Civic.

I drive mostly to school, and I will be doing so for at least the next year/year and a half. The drive is around 100 miles daily and mostly on highways.

So now I have no idea what to do.

Do I spend around 22 thousand for a brand new EX, or do I spend around 12 thousand for a used vehicle? I'm planning on paying in cash using my school loans.

What would YOU do? Appreciate the input.

[Cybergypsy]

I bought the EX with Navi and have no regrets....

[CivicWithNav]

well i mean the school debt is huge

so i'd say save ur self some money and get your self decent used car OR a decent used 06 Civic.

do you need a factory navi? or can u deal with an aftermarket one

I fell in love with the civic from the day one but do whats financially right for you/

[lowerlevel]

Originally Posted by Zorlio

Hello, it appears as though my 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is about to die aaaany day now and I need a new car.

I'm thinking of buying a new Civic EX w/ Navigation, OR, a 2004-2005 used Civic.

I drive mostly to school, and I will be doing so for at least the next year/year and a half. The drive is around 100 miles daily and mostly on highways.

So now I have no idea what to do.

Do I spend around 22 thousand for a brand new EX, or do I spend around 12 thousand for a used vehicle? I'm planning on paying in cash using my school loans.

What would YOU do? Appreciate the input.

i i would have to say buy a new lx for 17k and a garmin c230.. have a great day

ps just make sure u want a car u will keep and get the color u want!

[mort]

Which body style do you like better?

[Special Ringpop]

There are a lot better cars out there if you're planning on buying anything lower than an EX, in terms of options and price.

[JeShUa]

Depending on how many miles the used 04/05 have on them,, I'd get that,, unless they have high mileage,, I'd opt for a 07 LX and get a *better* aftermarket system when you're more finantially able,, but idk,, you're gonna be paying for this in say 5 years,, do you really want to pay msrp of a new 07 in 2012 when its already worth a lot less,, idk your decision,, hope this helped out a bit,, just make sure that you're happy with your car and you wont have to do much maintenance,, and you drive waaay too far every day,, gl with the purchase :)

[jasongg06]

In your situation, i'd just get a reliable used car. You can enjoy a new car when you're out of school, debt free, and making bank.

[themuse03]

buy used finish school then get a better one when you're financially stable.

i'm sure by that time the all new 2010 si is already out in the market ready for you to be pounded.

[Xenin]

get the 7thGen and save money. then buy an Si.

[Zorlio]

thanks for the feedback; i guess a used 7th gen civic would make more sense right now

but I don't think I want an Si; the mpg doesn't appeal to me and i don't really care for the sports-car angle thing

any more info would be greatly appreciated

[Yodums]

Just get a beater box and buy something nice when you get out. There's no reason to put yourself in debt over a car... especially when you are in university.

[firmhonda]

I have a 7thgen (2005) coupe and I think that it's perfect for driving to school every day. I came very close to getting an 06 si not too long ago, but decided against it because of my financial situation (which seems to be very similar to yours). I love my 7thgen very much so and I think that you would too.. and if performance is something that is important to you, you could always build a project go-fast car. =D
I'm voting for the 7thgen. But I mean it, performance is nowhere near this car. It's strictly great gas mileage and comfort. Please get an automatic though, I wish I would have. I'm about 20-30 miles from school and traffic jams daily suck with a m/t.

Good luck with your purchase!