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Used Civics in New Jersey as reliable as ever

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Car shoppers looking for used Hondas in New Jersey can be certain the latest generation Civic lives up to its name.

The first Civic came out in 1973, according to Edmunds.com. The model has been redesigned seven times since then, and every generation has managed to reinforce the Civic’s reputation as being a reliable and nimble compact.

The last time the car got a new look was in 2006, meaning that with the exception of a slight facelift, this year’s model looks exactly the same as the Civic of three years ago.

Like many cars, this Honda comes with several different levels of trim. The bad boy of the bunch has long been the Civic Si, which is powered by a 2-liter four-cylinder that produces nearly 200 horsepower and propels the compact to 60 mph in 7.2 seconds without the help of a turbo. Other Si highlights include its six-speed manual gearbox and limited-slip differential, says the website.

Honda enthusiasts driving used Civics in New Jersey and elsewhere know that no matter what generation their compact is, they’ll have fun getting to their destination.

Tokyo Motor Show concept car could evoke used Honda CRX’s in New Jersey

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A tiny hatch that gave up a lot of weight compared to its bigger Civic cousins, the newest update to used Honda CRXs in New Jersey is expected to be on display next month at the Tokyo Motor Show.

Unlike its predecessors, the CR-Z is expected to have it.s 1.5 liter four-cylinder engine mated to an electric powertrain, according to Jalopnik. Lookswise, the concept includes a long grille reminiscent of newer Audis, and a split hatch that could have been lifted from some Merceded Benz or Volvo models.

Expected to be released in Japan in 2010, it may take another several years before it appears stateside, and there are rumors over whether the car will have an automatic or six-speed manual gearbox.

Buyers looking for a two-seater model with a little more fun don’t have to wait to check out used Honda CRX’s in New Jersey, or their newer targa-roofed Civic Del Sols. They’re more affordable than newer cars, and offer a great way to make one’s way around the Garden State before the CR-Z’s introduction.

Families could benefit from the spacious middle seats of used Honda Pilots in New Jersey

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Many SUVs and crossovers now offer an optional or standard third row of seating, but as many families know, the middle row of seats is often shortchanged like the middle child. Cars.com editors recently responded to a family’s query about second-row seating, and their suggestions could point towards used Honda Pilots in New Jersey for families with growing children.

Unlike other models that may offer additional seating at the expense of space for those sitting in the second row, the website recommended the Pilot as one of its top three SUVs for families looking to fit tall teenagers for road trips.

The writers at Edmunds.com agreed, noting that “[As] one of the best crossover SUVs available, the 2006 Honda Pilot is an excellent choice for large, active families in need of versatility.”

Used Honda Pilots in New Jersey like the 2006 model also offers a frame strong enough for some light off-road work, but the suspension also provides a ride that “is quite smooth and comfortable on normal roads,” according to the review.

Foreign may be the way to go when choosing among used cars in New York

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Automakers like Hyundai and Honda offer good values for those looking at used cars this fall, and that may be one reason to consider pre-owned Honda Accords or used Hyundai Elantras in New York when putting together a list of vehicles to consider.

Among midsize sedans, a used Honda Accord may offer a reliable mode of transport that one writer at the Belleville News Democrat says has required little maintenance outside of an oil change over 125,000 miles and 10 years of ownership. It’s a “solid, reliable [car] that can run in top shape forever,” she notes.

Another option is the Hyundai Elantra, which has a low starting price combined with a “great feel on the road [and] some fun extras and superior safety ratings,” according to the newspaper. Some of the best model years for used Hyundai Elantras in New York are 2004-2007.

“The ride is pleasantly easygoing for a small car because its suspension copes adeptly with rough spots,” add Cars.com editors reviewing the 2004 model.

General Motors program nixed, buyers can find unibody used Honda Ridgelines in New Jersey

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Cars have used unibody construction for years to decrease the amount of weight and improve handling by incorporating the load-bearing sections with the body’s structure. General Motors was recently considering developing a truck using a similar construction technique, but buyers looking for a more car-like pickup may want to check out used Honda Ridgelines in New Jersey instead.

That’s because the American automaker couldn’t find a way to make their unibody truck cost-effective to produce, since market research participants didn’t want to pay a premium for a vehicle with less weight-carrying capacity than standard pickups, notes AutoWeek.com.

“We felt there would be a significant fuel economy improvement” from the mid-sized platform, Tom Stephens, GM vice chairman of global product development told the news provider. “But as we dived deeper into it, there wasn’t that much additional fuel economy to be gained.”

Although General Motors couldn’t make it work, people looking for an all-wheel drive vehicle that can carry a lot but still handle like a car could look at used Honda Ridgelines in New Jersey, the only model with unibody construction in the U.S.

Used Honda Ridgelines in New Jersey could be one pick for tailgating

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Football season is nearly upon us, and that means tailgating for college and professional games. For those looking to bring the party to the stadium, a used Honda Ridgeline in New Jersey could be one pick.

The editors at Kelley Blue Book recently compiled a top-10 list of vehicles to bring friends, family and food to the next big game, and the Ridgeline made it on the list because of a lockable trunk with a lot of storage areas.

Other benefits for football fans include a tailgate, which can be used as a seat, as well as space inside the cab that allows for stowage, the piece notes.

Although it’s a pickup truck by design, a 2006 model of the used Honda Ridgeline in New Jersey may appeal to buyers who are looking for something more car-like, with good handling and room for different tailgate necessities.

“Like a 4×4 Accord on steroids, the 2006 Honda Ridgeline is the perfect pickup for those who don’t really need a truck,” noted Edmunds.com reviewers.

Car and Driver: Best used cars in New York include Honda S2000

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In a now annual feature, the journalists at Car and Driver have been putting together a list of the best cars they’ve driven that are less than $20,000, and used Honda S2000s in New York come out near the top of the list.

Since they consider themselves enthusiasts, they have stuck with used cars since they are more affordable, and one that struck them as epitomizing affordable performance was the 2000-2006 model Honda S2000.

“In 1999, the S2000 screamed onto the scene and instantly elevated our sports-car expectations,” they noted. “The high-revving four-cylinder engine developed more power per liter than any naturally aspirated powerplant had ever achieved.”

Buyers could consider a 2006 model, which included a more refined engine and “agile” chassis that combined to offer a “high level of performance for the price” of a used Honda S2000 in New York, according to Edmunds.com editors.

“After driving it back-to-back against the best roadsters in its class, our editors couldn’t help but fall in love with [it],” they wrote.

Parents play key role in teaching safe teen drivers of used cars in New Jersey

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Parents who teach their teen children safe driving habits in used cars in New Jersey are more likely to find that younger drivers are operating vehicles more safely.

Geico says that while new GPS-based monitoring devices can help keep track of errant youth motorists and detect potentially dangerous driving habits such as speeding and large acceleration changes, teaching them to be responsible at the start may be the most effective choice.

The company cites a study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety that found parents who took a hand-son approach in their children’s driving education had a larger influence on automotive safety.

“The more involved a parent is in the learning process, the less likely a teen is to be engaged in all the risky behaviors associated with the teen years,” says Geico assistant vice president Janice Minshall.

Those who are looking for a car that may keep younger drivers protected in case of an inadvertent mistake may want to consider a 2005 Honda Accord coupe, which earned four 5-star crash ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Race enthusiasts can take advantage of program for used Honda cars in New York

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Owners of used Honda cars in New York can take advantage of a program sponsored by the automaker that offers amateur racers access to performance parts on an expedited basis.

While not everyone has the millions of dollars required to put together a race team for NASCAR or the IndyCar series, Honda knows that owners may want to take Civics or Accords to local autocross events or other races.

Its Honda Performance Development subsidiary will enable amateur racers to get aftermarket parts more easily by offering owners of used Honda cars in New York direct access to factory-supplied equipment under the Honda Racing Line program for licensed amateur racers.

“Thousands of our customers are racing Hondas or Acuras today with a need for regular access to parts,” said Erik Berkman, HPD president. “We are pleased to provide the [Honda Racing Line], and look forward to expanding the roster of benefits and services available to … members.”

HPD currently provides the engines used by Honda teams in the IndyCar and LeMans series.

Used cars in New York could represent the best choice among industry turmoil

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While automakers like General Motors and Chrysler have offered incentives on new cars, many consumers are considering used cars in New York because of the lower costs generally associated with buying pre-owned cars.

That includes many people who buy from used car auctions, where sales have risen 16 percent since January, according to a Manheim industry report cited by DailyFinance.com.

Despite the incentives available for new vehicle purchases, the news provider finds that many people are looking for deals in used cars because of the decreased difficulty in garnering used car loans, as well as a lack of consumer confidence in the warranties and other maintenance options offered on new cars.

The difficulty for consumers who are looking for a bargain now may be trying to figure out what car best fits their needs, and how much it will actually cost them to own it through the several years they expect to be driving their purchase.

One of the choices that a consumer may make is cost, but that doesn’t just extend to the price they pay at a used car auction; drivers may also want to know the cost of ownership based on maintenance and repair costs.

Those who are considering used cars in New York and other states have the ability to go on sites like Edmunds.com which offers a “true cost to own” index for many cars, based on other drivers’ reports and which breaks down costs for repairs, maintenance like oil changes as well as the price of gas or other incidentals.

The price of gas may also push some drivers to more fuel-efficient cars that may offer more miles per gallon of gas than similar vehicles.

While used Toyota Corollas in New York and used Honda Civics have often been thought of as gas sippers because of their relatively small size, an article in the L.A. Times also finds other cars that may interest buyers looking for low-cost cars that offer good mileage, without the higher price tag of some hybrids.

Those who consider a used Toyota Yaris or a used Scion xD in New York could also find that costs at the pump are reduced: both models are updated versions of cars found in Europe and Japan where efficiency is important because of higher gas prices in those countries.