First post and newbie to the Civic world.
Finishing up the deal to pickup my first Civic this weekend.
I picked up a 1996 Civic CX hatchback, with ~130k miles, auto and A/C in okay running condition. Body is moderate (fair) with a few scratches (no rust). Compression test shows one cylinder is weak (~120psi) so motor probably needs to be replaced but already thinking about swap.
Seller and I agree on $5000 CDN (~$3100USD) for the car, passes emissions and will probably safety. Did I get a good price?
Also should I swap for another low mileage CX motor or go for a buddies prelude motor?
P.S. I wanted auto tranny so my mom could use the car to get groceries once in a while. Really my project/toy car that I will slightly mod as I already own a Supercharged Vette.
Finishing up the deal to pickup my first Civic this weekend.
I picked up a 1996 Civic CX hatchback, with ~130k miles, auto and A/C in okay running condition. Body is moderate (fair) with a few scratches (no rust). Compression test shows one cylinder is weak (~120psi) so motor probably needs to be replaced but already thinking about swap.
Seller and I agree on $5000 CDN (~$3100USD) for the car, passes emissions and will probably safety. Did I get a good price?
Also should I swap for another low mileage CX motor or go for a buddies prelude motor?
P.S. I wanted auto tranny so my mom could use the car to get groceries once in a while. Really my project/toy car that I will slightly mod as I already own a Supercharged Vette.