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For sale is my wonderful 2008 Honda Civic Coupe EX-L. I bought
this car brand new, and I have been the only driver. The car was
always kept in my garage, and comes from a smoke-free – and
kids-free ;) – environment. Although I have a few dogs, they were
never allowed inside the Honda Civic. The car has been driven for
36,500 (average 15000 miles/year), mostly in highways. The car is
in absolutely perfect condition, with a flawless original paint job
and an immaculate interior (please take a look at the pictures in the
this car brand new, and I have been the only driver. The car was
always kept in my garage, and comes from a smoke-free – and
kids-free ;) – environment. Although I have a few dogs, they were
never allowed inside the Honda Civic. The car has been driven for
36,500 (average 15000 miles/year), mostly in highways. The car is
in absolutely perfect condition, with a flawless original paint job
and an immaculate interior (please take a look at the pictures in the
“Gallery”). This was never involved in a moving accident and
never had any mechanical breakdowns. All the scheduled
maintenance was performed by a Honda Certified Service Center,
and I have kept records of the same.
This car was uniquely configured by Honda, and comes equipped
with all available options and upgrade packages. The list of
standard equipment and added options is pretty extensive, and you
can see it in the “Specifications” page. I would like to point out,
however, that in addition to the “common” interior and exterior
options, this Honda Civic comes with the Honda Factory
Performance body kit, which was manufacturer-installed; this
body kit gives my Honda Civic a unique performance/racing look,
and makes it one of the few Honda Civics on the road like it.
In 2008, I paid $23,095.00 for the car and an additional $3,597.34
for the HFP Body Kit. Thus, the total amount I paid for this car in
2008 before taxes and fees was $26,692.42 (see link to a copy of
the original receipt in the “Specifications” page). Kelly Blue Book
lists this car for $18,000, but this evaluation does not include the
HFP Body Kit upgrade. I am selling this car for $16,999, which is
over a $1,000 below the Blue Book Value and does not take into
never had any mechanical breakdowns. All the scheduled
maintenance was performed by a Honda Certified Service Center,
and I have kept records of the same.
This car was uniquely configured by Honda, and comes equipped
with all available options and upgrade packages. The list of
standard equipment and added options is pretty extensive, and you
can see it in the “Specifications” page. I would like to point out,
however, that in addition to the “common” interior and exterior
options, this Honda Civic comes with the Honda Factory
Performance body kit, which was manufacturer-installed; this
body kit gives my Honda Civic a unique performance/racing look,
and makes it one of the few Honda Civics on the road like it.
In 2008, I paid $23,095.00 for the car and an additional $3,597.34
for the HFP Body Kit. Thus, the total amount I paid for this car in
2008 before taxes and fees was $26,692.42 (see link to a copy of
the original receipt in the “Specifications” page). Kelly Blue Book
lists this car for $18,000, but this evaluation does not include the
HFP Body Kit upgrade. I am selling this car for $16,999, which is
over a $1,000 below the Blue Book Value and does not take into
account the additional $3,597.34 body kit. In addition, I am also including the original set of four brand new
tires and respective alloy wheels (see pictures in “Gallery”).
This is how Kelly Blue Book describes this car:
“As Honda's best-known and best-loved car line, the 2008 Civic . . . Coupe continue to set the bar in the
compact-car arena. Long considered the standard by which all other compacts are measured, the Civic is able to
lure buyers thanks to its impressive fuel economy, unrivaled reliability and repair history and class-leading
resale values. Once considered the Civic's only weak point, exterior styling is now one of the car's most
appealing attributes. With its sharply raked windshield and low profile, the sleek Civic Coupe looks like nothing
else on the road. The car's appeal to younger drivers has put Honda back into the good graces of the tuner and
aftermarket crowd. If you appreciate world-class refinement (along with impressive mileage) . . . your test-drive
schedule might not continue past the Honda dealer. The Civic EX-L Sedan and Coupe introduce leather seating
to the Civic line.
Driving Impressions
We drove the Civic . . . coupe and found [it] notable for what you don't hear or feel---the ride is smooth and
quiet, while cornering and acceleration are easy and nearly effortless. The whole experience is more in line with
what you'd expect from a bigger or pricier vehicle. The refined 140-horsepower engine never overwhelms you
with power, but even when you run the tachometer up to its redline you don't feel like you're bullying the car.
The coupe version has a slightly sportier suspension to go with its decidedly sportier posture, but we found it to
be still comfortable after hour-plus drives. Whether you're in the driver's seat or one of the Civic's other seating
positions, the 2008 Honda Civic is a perfectly enjoyable way to travel.
Favorite Features
Audio Options: Listen to MP3s on CD. Listen to MP3s on a memory card. Listen to MP3s on an iPod. Listen to
XM Satellite Radio. Listen through a 350-watt system with a subwoofer (coupe only). When you're feeling
nostalgic, you can even listen to AM and FM radio broadcasts.
Two-Tier Instrument Panel: While some non-traditional instrument panel layouts come across as gimmicky, the
Civic's two-tier execution seems to make all the sense in the world.
Vehicle Details
Interior
In addition to offering more in-cabin technology than we've come to expect, the 2008 Honda Civic also features
the most visually futuristic interior of any vehicle on the market. Take a seat behind the wheel and your first
impression is dominated by a uniquely sculpted steering wheel and an unconventional two-tier instrument
panel. Technological highlights include an available navigation system and a broad array of digital audio
options . . . The fit, finish and design found inside the Civic are first-rate.
Exterior
[The] 2008 Honda Civic Coupe . . . [is] distinguished by a low-profile front end, short hood and long, laid-back
windshield . . .; the sleeker, sportier coupe that also includes a decklid spoiler as standard equipment. Smaller
gaps between the tires and body contribute to each model having a stance with better proportions and more
balance. Beneath the sheet metal, the Civic features an advanced body structure designed to better absorb and
distribute collision forces, especially in impacts involving taller sport utility vehicles and the like.
Notable Standard Equipment
Notable standard equipment on the base Civic Coupe EX-L includes power windows, a four-way adjustable
steering column, height-adjustable driver's seat, fold-down rear seatback and an impressive list of safety
equipment such as front, front-side and side-curtain airbags, active head restraints, anti-lock brakes (ABS) and
more.
Notable Optional Equipment [Included in this Civic for sale]
The Civic's list of optional equipment is highlighted by a navigation system with voice-recognition software
[which is installed in this Civic for sale]. An advanced 350-watt AM/FM/XM/CD sound system with subwoofer is
[also included] . . . and all audio systems have MP3/WMA CD playback capability. Getting the navigation
system also gives you the ability to play music stored on a variety of digital media cards. More familiar options
are included within the various trim levels and include an automatic transmission, one-touch power moonroof,
power door locks with keyless remote, power mirrors, air conditioning, cruise control and steering wheel-
mounted cruise/audio/navigation controls. [All these options are included in this Civic for sale]. In addition to
an auxiliary input jack for MP3 players, Honda offers an accessory adapter that lets you control an Apple iPod
through the car's audio controls; [this adapter is not included in this car].
Under the Hood
The Civic coupe features a 140-horsepower unit that delivers impressive city/highway mileage of up to 36-miles
per gallon. A five-speed manual is standard, but a five-speed automatic mitigates the performance penalty
normally associated with combining a small four-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission.
1.8-liter in-line 4
140 horsepower @ 6300 rpm
128 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4300 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 25/36 (automatic)
Pricing Notes
You can get a well-equipped Hyundai Elantra or Ford Focus for far less [than the Honda Civic], but they won't
have the Civic's polished fit, strong performance or outstanding resale value."
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me, or send me an email. I travel overseas quite often, but
will promptly return any email messages; phone messages, however, may take a few days to be delivered.
Keep in mind that I am asking $16,999, firm!
Mario Simoes
(386) 956-7899
msimoes2@cfl.rr.com
tires and respective alloy wheels (see pictures in “Gallery”).
This is how Kelly Blue Book describes this car:
“As Honda's best-known and best-loved car line, the 2008 Civic . . . Coupe continue to set the bar in the
compact-car arena. Long considered the standard by which all other compacts are measured, the Civic is able to
lure buyers thanks to its impressive fuel economy, unrivaled reliability and repair history and class-leading
resale values. Once considered the Civic's only weak point, exterior styling is now one of the car's most
appealing attributes. With its sharply raked windshield and low profile, the sleek Civic Coupe looks like nothing
else on the road. The car's appeal to younger drivers has put Honda back into the good graces of the tuner and
aftermarket crowd. If you appreciate world-class refinement (along with impressive mileage) . . . your test-drive
schedule might not continue past the Honda dealer. The Civic EX-L Sedan and Coupe introduce leather seating
to the Civic line.
Driving Impressions
We drove the Civic . . . coupe and found [it] notable for what you don't hear or feel---the ride is smooth and
quiet, while cornering and acceleration are easy and nearly effortless. The whole experience is more in line with
what you'd expect from a bigger or pricier vehicle. The refined 140-horsepower engine never overwhelms you
with power, but even when you run the tachometer up to its redline you don't feel like you're bullying the car.
The coupe version has a slightly sportier suspension to go with its decidedly sportier posture, but we found it to
be still comfortable after hour-plus drives. Whether you're in the driver's seat or one of the Civic's other seating
positions, the 2008 Honda Civic is a perfectly enjoyable way to travel.
Favorite Features
Audio Options: Listen to MP3s on CD. Listen to MP3s on a memory card. Listen to MP3s on an iPod. Listen to
XM Satellite Radio. Listen through a 350-watt system with a subwoofer (coupe only). When you're feeling
nostalgic, you can even listen to AM and FM radio broadcasts.
Two-Tier Instrument Panel: While some non-traditional instrument panel layouts come across as gimmicky, the
Civic's two-tier execution seems to make all the sense in the world.
Vehicle Details
Interior
In addition to offering more in-cabin technology than we've come to expect, the 2008 Honda Civic also features
the most visually futuristic interior of any vehicle on the market. Take a seat behind the wheel and your first
impression is dominated by a uniquely sculpted steering wheel and an unconventional two-tier instrument
panel. Technological highlights include an available navigation system and a broad array of digital audio
options . . . The fit, finish and design found inside the Civic are first-rate.
Exterior
[The] 2008 Honda Civic Coupe . . . [is] distinguished by a low-profile front end, short hood and long, laid-back
windshield . . .; the sleeker, sportier coupe that also includes a decklid spoiler as standard equipment. Smaller
gaps between the tires and body contribute to each model having a stance with better proportions and more
balance. Beneath the sheet metal, the Civic features an advanced body structure designed to better absorb and
distribute collision forces, especially in impacts involving taller sport utility vehicles and the like.
Notable Standard Equipment
Notable standard equipment on the base Civic Coupe EX-L includes power windows, a four-way adjustable
steering column, height-adjustable driver's seat, fold-down rear seatback and an impressive list of safety
equipment such as front, front-side and side-curtain airbags, active head restraints, anti-lock brakes (ABS) and
more.
Notable Optional Equipment [Included in this Civic for sale]
The Civic's list of optional equipment is highlighted by a navigation system with voice-recognition software
[which is installed in this Civic for sale]. An advanced 350-watt AM/FM/XM/CD sound system with subwoofer is
[also included] . . . and all audio systems have MP3/WMA CD playback capability. Getting the navigation
system also gives you the ability to play music stored on a variety of digital media cards. More familiar options
are included within the various trim levels and include an automatic transmission, one-touch power moonroof,
power door locks with keyless remote, power mirrors, air conditioning, cruise control and steering wheel-
mounted cruise/audio/navigation controls. [All these options are included in this Civic for sale]. In addition to
an auxiliary input jack for MP3 players, Honda offers an accessory adapter that lets you control an Apple iPod
through the car's audio controls; [this adapter is not included in this car].
Under the Hood
The Civic coupe features a 140-horsepower unit that delivers impressive city/highway mileage of up to 36-miles
per gallon. A five-speed manual is standard, but a five-speed automatic mitigates the performance penalty
normally associated with combining a small four-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission.
1.8-liter in-line 4
140 horsepower @ 6300 rpm
128 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4300 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 25/36 (automatic)
Pricing Notes
You can get a well-equipped Hyundai Elantra or Ford Focus for far less [than the Honda Civic], but they won't
have the Civic's polished fit, strong performance or outstanding resale value."
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me, or send me an email. I travel overseas quite often, but
will promptly return any email messages; phone messages, however, may take a few days to be delivered.
Keep in mind that I am asking $16,999, firm!
Mario Simoes
(386) 956-7899
msimoes2@cfl.rr.com
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