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September 17th, 2017 01:57 AM #11A car of this age would often need quite a bit of fixing, unless the previous owner has already done all of it for you which is highly unlikely. This is why it would be wise to get a model with a healthy population on the road to avoid headaches with parts availability, and to set aside a sizeable sum to anticipate for said repairs or upgrades.
If fuel efficiency is a top priority, then I suppose the Altis 1.6 is the only way to go. Look for the post facelift dual VVTi model with the 6 speed manual, if you can stand driving a stick.
The 2.0's get horrible FC. If you're getting one, might as well go upmarket and spring for a 2.4 midsize, which gets roughly the same FC and can actually be similarly priced or cheaper, even, in the used car market.
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September 17th, 2017 02:23 AM #12
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September 17th, 2017 01:08 PM #13
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September 17th, 2017 01:12 PM #14
Not really. Leather looks and feels nice but is really hot whenever you leave your car parked under the sun.
Among cars in your price range, only the Mazda 3 2.0R and Camry 2.4V/Accord VTi-L have leather seats. Unless you consider older cars like the 9th gen Altis 1.8G and Nissan Exalta STA. But it shouldn't be a big factor in the decision process since you can always get leatherette seat covers which are fine for most people.
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September 17th, 2017 11:19 PM #15Am also really eyeing the Mazda 3 2.0. It's just that this car will mostly be used for the family. So the discomfort, as I've read, that the 3 has at the backseat is the main reason why I put it last in my choices. Sadly.
Why would the Camry be your top choice?
On the topic of the '05 Camry being your top choice, will the '04-'05 Accord be also a good choice?
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September 17th, 2017 11:22 PM #16
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September 18th, 2017 12:40 AM #17I do find the Accord better in the looks department mainly because of the front grills. Hahaha. If only I could find a lower priced '08 Accord, I'd get that.
Looks aside tho, in terms of FC, and performance, are they at par with each other?
Also, if I decide to get a Camry/Accord '05, will the cost of replacing the parts for maintenance be much greater than that of let's say, getting the Altis/Civic?
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September 18th, 2017 09:28 AM #18
The Camry of that era has the advantage in space but the Accord is a better driver's car. Accord's are known for their handling and it has always been Honda's best commuter car.
If looking for a 7th gen Accord (2003-2007), opt for the 2.4L model. It offers a good balance in performance and fuel efficiency. The 8th gen Accord (2008-2012) is considerably big than previous generations. It offers Camry-like proportions but still retained its good handling.
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September 18th, 2017 10:09 AM #19
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September 18th, 2017 10:26 AM #20
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