[joank]

Is a used car with 100,000 miles on it a bad buy? It has a rebuilt engine. Its a 2002 Honda civic. The car is for sale by a mechanic.

 

[Basementgeek]

Could be, depends on the price.

I would have another mechanic inspect it.

BG

 

[joank]

He wants 6,000 for it and guarantees the engine for 6 months.

 

[Basementgeek]

Have you checked Kelley Blue Book or NADA book values?

Used Cars, Car Prices and Blue Book Values - Kelley Blue Book

New Car Prices, Used Car Values, New Car Reviews & Car Buying Guides - NADAguides.com Official Site

I question why the engine was replaced already. Was it from neglect or
misuse ?

BG

 

[joank]

Yes,it says about 5,400

 

[Basementgeek]

Only you can make that call as to value.

Again I wonder why the engine was replaced with/about 100,000 miles?
Engines should last at least 200,000 miles with normal driving with normal care.

I suspect the car had the hell run out of it. If it was, there could be other problems with it.

BG

 

[joank]

On another topic, how much money should one spend on my old car? It is a 99 Chevy cavalier?I t was in an accident because of snow. I had to replace the brakes and now the starter.

 

[Basementgeek]

Again, only you can answer that question. What is the value of the car now and how much is going to cost to fix?

BG

 

[wolfen1086]

For ^ k to me it better be in A1 condition, no scratches, no leaks, idle and run smooth no more that two cranks to start, glass perfect, interior perfect and no smells, tires and alignment shoudl be perfect and the exhaust system should be rust free. Thats when I would consider anything above 2k. Also how good of a mechanic is he? I have never been ASE certified in my life and have no formal schooling and I can guarantee a engine for 6 months.

 

[wolfen1086]

opps meant 6K not ^k