Too good to be true?

[Shah33m]

I am somewhat in the market for a car and really liking the Honda civic (the below shape). i was initially looking at a Honda accord but this is good enough.

Does the price seem a bit low? and this is negotiable as well. Automatic is a bit of a bummer though.


http://www.gumtree.co.za/a-cars-bakkies/strand/honda-civic-1-8/1001490502890910324812609

 

[Wall]

Gut says it too good to be true...

 

[FiestaST]

Agreed. Sounds a "great deal" to cheap all things considered.

 

[Stillie]

maybe there is no engine

 

[$m@Rt@$$]

It seems very low. That car could probably sell for almost 2x that.

Call and see if things check out. Sometimes people really are just in a pickle for some cash.

 

[TEXTILE GUY]

Maybe that auto box .....

Do all the panels line up?

 

[Shah33m]

If i buy, i would have to put in a manual gearbox. perhaps someone that does not mind an auto box would be interested though.

 

[ToxicBunny]

Its too good to be true...

That car is either a Code 3, or its a scam to steal your money.

 

[Wall]

Its too good to be true...

That car is either a Code 3, or its a scam to steal your money.

+1. Don't go for it mate, chances are high that you will get screwed over by buying a **** vehicle or you will be scammed.

 

[SauRoNZA]

If i buy, i would have to put in a manual gearbox. perhaps someone that does not mind an auto box would be interested though.

Why on earth would you do that?

Surely it can't be that bad that all other things not considered you would not drive a car because it's auto?

It's a bloody Civic, not a Lamborghini.

 

[FiestaST]

I think its cheap as the price does not incl the engine or gearbox

 

[SauRoNZA]

It could be legit though.

Sometimes people just have no idea what they are doing or selling car at what they owe the bank hoping to get rid of it quickly.

Numberplate lines up with the area etc.

Could be worth a look at the very least, just make sure all paperwork is legit and in order should you wish to take it further.