Buying a new car, please help (choosing between city and lancer)

[paologab]

I really want the new 1.5E honda city. I am also considering the 1.3S A/T version of the city and the 1.6L Lancer (older model, and cheaper, only 698K).

Is the 1.5E honda city the best choice? Also, what type of deal should i get from my SA for a honda city? I've been browsing the forums and the deals people get are very different from each other. I also want to be able to decide before October 1, because the city is going to have a price increase then.

This is going to be my first new car so i want to choose right and get a good deal. I'm still relatively young so I am also a bit scared of getting ripped off by SAs. Thank you for all the advice.

[mazzipino]

Although time isn't on your side, try as much as possible to shop around and get second opinions. Technically, text/call/visit different dealerships (and banks) and get all their offers.

I'd go for the 1.5E City.

[avid]

I would go for the 1.3 City AT which was introduced late or early this year than the Lancer which came out what 3 or 4 years ago . With the City your recoverable amount meaning the resale value of your vehicle is higher, or in other words, you would lose less if you buy a 09 model than buying a 06 even if both bought brand new.

After 5 years your City might still be in the brand new market while the older model Lancer is sure not. I quite sure by that time selling the honda will command a higher price. For me what I consider most when buying is not the price of the car but how much I would lose after selling it.

[ssaloon]

Hmmm different strokes for different folks.

Cars are the worst investments. It's actually an expense or liability since it doesn't appreciate.

BTTT: It really depends on your needs (family man, bachelor, etc) and the use of your car. This alone is the biggest factor in buying a car (second to budget of course).