Lightning13
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- First Name
- R
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- Jan 27, 2020
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- Arizona
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- 2014 Camaro SS 1LE
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Intro:
I currently own a 2014 Camaro 2SS 1LE with a catback exhaust. It's a beast but it's also 6 years old (1-owner), my DD, and very expensive to maintain. Also "practicality" isn't a word in the Camaro dictionary.
Originally I was looking into getting a Model 3. While that would still be nice, it's impossible to find one for a decent price. They all hover well above $40,000.
Up to Date:
I've done a fair amount of research and I've fallen in love with the new Honda Civic Hatchbacks. The exterior design is phenomenal and the interior looks great too. I know Honda is bulletproof. Can't argue with the cars' price, and the MPG's would be a huge help. But i'm reluctant in a way because I've never owned a CVT, Turbo 4, or FWD. I guess I have a couple of questions i'd like to ask you fine people.
1. I'm looking at getting a 2020 Sport Touring Hatch (CVT). MSPR is 29k, I got a local dealership to agree with 26k flat, EXCLUDING tax licenses etc. Can I do better or is that pretty good? The original salesmen I worked with were bozos but I got this last guys info from Costco Auto. I've also worked with True Car, which helped put me in a good negotiating position. I might push my boundaries and see if they'll do 25.5k and a free window tint. What do you all think?
2. So about that CVT.. I get that i'm going from a 6.2L V8 to a 1.5L turbo 4. I'm not expecting the Civic to do burnouts through 2nd gear, but I would still like some acceptable pickup. The hatchback Sport's acceleration (only trim I test drove) was not a highlight. I've heard ups and downs about the CVT and how they severely limit what you can do. But I still want an automatic with paddle shifters. My question is: Does a Civic with a tune & CAI feel acceptable? Can I drive through an uphill onramp with passion?
I'd ask about the warranty too but I already know a tune & CAI would void it.
3. I'd love to hear some testimony and maybe other points I haven't brought up. Feel free to lay it all out!
Your help / responses are greatly appreciated. I'm ready to move into a Civic this week if everything is good on paper. Thanks!
I currently own a 2014 Camaro 2SS 1LE with a catback exhaust. It's a beast but it's also 6 years old (1-owner), my DD, and very expensive to maintain. Also "practicality" isn't a word in the Camaro dictionary.
Originally I was looking into getting a Model 3. While that would still be nice, it's impossible to find one for a decent price. They all hover well above $40,000.
Up to Date:
I've done a fair amount of research and I've fallen in love with the new Honda Civic Hatchbacks. The exterior design is phenomenal and the interior looks great too. I know Honda is bulletproof. Can't argue with the cars' price, and the MPG's would be a huge help. But i'm reluctant in a way because I've never owned a CVT, Turbo 4, or FWD. I guess I have a couple of questions i'd like to ask you fine people.
1. I'm looking at getting a 2020 Sport Touring Hatch (CVT). MSPR is 29k, I got a local dealership to agree with 26k flat, EXCLUDING tax licenses etc. Can I do better or is that pretty good? The original salesmen I worked with were bozos but I got this last guys info from Costco Auto. I've also worked with True Car, which helped put me in a good negotiating position. I might push my boundaries and see if they'll do 25.5k and a free window tint. What do you all think?
2. So about that CVT.. I get that i'm going from a 6.2L V8 to a 1.5L turbo 4. I'm not expecting the Civic to do burnouts through 2nd gear, but I would still like some acceptable pickup. The hatchback Sport's acceleration (only trim I test drove) was not a highlight. I've heard ups and downs about the CVT and how they severely limit what you can do. But I still want an automatic with paddle shifters. My question is: Does a Civic with a tune & CAI feel acceptable? Can I drive through an uphill onramp with passion?
I'd ask about the warranty too but I already know a tune & CAI would void it.
3. I'd love to hear some testimony and maybe other points I haven't brought up. Feel free to lay it all out!
Your help / responses are greatly appreciated. I'm ready to move into a Civic this week if everything is good on paper. Thanks!
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