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2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 4dr Man

2012 Honda Civic Sedan
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sedan, Compact
28 (Est) mpg city / 36 (Est) mpg hwy
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June 29, 2012, 10:49 pm

Joe J
 

Question: which car should I buy?

I am stuck between buying a 2007 honda civic with 90K miles on it and a 2008 kia optima with 70K on it. I am just unsure which is a better car.


July 10, 2012, 9:44 pm

Tyler O
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All things equal, the honda will probably need less work in the long run. I'd decide on which ever one you like the most, and has the best service records.


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