Sell the HX for a VX?
03-28-2007 | 02:41 PM
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Sell the HX for a VX?
So I'm thinking of selling my HX for a VX...Help me out here.
I've got a 96 HX w/ 245K on it. Is going to need new clutch, very very small oil leak, and the pass window just broke. Body is pristine, interior is pristine and engine still is strong, still pulls 40 mpg.
Thing is, I've always kinda liked the VX, had a chance to buy one back in the day but bought an old GSXR instead. Found one locally today, got home, got my tax refund and can buy it w/ that money straight up, and then sell the HX to get some back.
1995 VX only has 115K on it, all maitenance up to date, and can get 50+ mpg. It is hooked up a little (mild suspension, intake, stereo - you know the basics, kinda like my HX), but thats all I want. No power windows, steering - but thats fine by me - more stuff to break.
Opinions? Help a man out I love my HX but I've always loved those 92-95 hatchs the most. And keep in mind, I am buying this car BECAUSE of the VX engine, I WANT to get 50 mpg and have a fun car that can zip around town and moutain roads rather than an 11 s quarter mile - I have other toys for that (not that there is anything wrong with making a civic do that...)
Of course, I could just take that money from taxes, fix the HX and put on that suspension that I've been eyeing...
thanks!
I've got a 96 HX w/ 245K on it. Is going to need new clutch, very very small oil leak, and the pass window just broke. Body is pristine, interior is pristine and engine still is strong, still pulls 40 mpg.
Thing is, I've always kinda liked the VX, had a chance to buy one back in the day but bought an old GSXR instead. Found one locally today, got home, got my tax refund and can buy it w/ that money straight up, and then sell the HX to get some back.
1995 VX only has 115K on it, all maitenance up to date, and can get 50+ mpg. It is hooked up a little (mild suspension, intake, stereo - you know the basics, kinda like my HX), but thats all I want. No power windows, steering - but thats fine by me - more stuff to break.
Opinions? Help a man out I love my HX but I've always loved those 92-95 hatchs the most. And keep in mind, I am buying this car BECAUSE of the VX engine, I WANT to get 50 mpg and have a fun car that can zip around town and moutain roads rather than an 11 s quarter mile - I have other toys for that (not that there is anything wrong with making a civic do that...)
Of course, I could just take that money from taxes, fix the HX and put on that suspension that I've been eyeing...
thanks!
03-29-2007 | 06:49 AM
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Looks like a good price for it. It also looks like it has been well taken care of. I'd probably put the stock intake back on to help save gas and make it more quiet (since you want to get a high MPG).
It's too bad it doesn't still have the lightweight VX wheels on it. Does the owner still have them?
Not my favorite color, but still looks good.
It's too bad it doesn't still have the lightweight VX wheels on it. Does the owner still have them?
Not my favorite color, but still looks good.
03-29-2007 | 08:25 AM
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Do it! The whole reason I bought my civic was for the gas mileage. Its not even that spectacular, I get about 28 mpg city driving. But switching from my suburban to the civic to deliver pizzas has PAID for the civic in less than 5 months! Though it will take longer for the VX to pay for itself it still should with gas prices continuing to rise. I say take the tax money and pull a loan for the rest and get the VX in addition to the HX. 
Having multiple cars is awesome
Having multiple cars is awesome
03-29-2007 | 09:21 AM
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Thanks so far...seems like everybody says go for it, I'm going to take it out for a drive this weekend.
Do you think I'll be able to sell my HX, given the condition it is in? I just bought a Tein H Tech and KYB gr-2 for $150 EVERYTHING, so that should help w/ a sale. But w/ the other problems...fair asking price?
And heck yes, I'm pulling my HX wheels off and putting it on the VX if I get it (I spent 7 hours painting those wheels) and pulling the del sol seats out of my HX and into the VX...
Do you think I'll be able to sell my HX, given the condition it is in? I just bought a Tein H Tech and KYB gr-2 for $150 EVERYTHING, so that should help w/ a sale. But w/ the other problems...fair asking price?
And heck yes, I'm pulling my HX wheels off and putting it on the VX if I get it (I spent 7 hours painting those wheels) and pulling the del sol seats out of my HX and into the VX...
