Buftex Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 I am thinking of buying a 1996 Honda Accord of a buddy of mines' wife. It has about 112,000 miles on it. I have known them as long as they have had it, and have even driven it a bit myself. Nice car, for $1000. Now, you could fill a book the size a phone book with what I don't know about cars. This car has barely been driven over the last six months, but drove fine up to that point. My questions to you: Can gas "go bad" in an idle car? If yes, how long does that take to happen, at what are the repercussions? Also, what other problems are common as a result of car sitting idle, parked for a long period of time? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tux of Borg Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 The car and gas should be fine. Sometimes gas can be contaminated with rust and dirt, which could result in the fuel injectors getting clog. But I really don't see that happening. Does gas break down after 6 months? No, it usually stays in a mixed state. Now on to more important things... what type of bodykit are you going to put on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapefarmerinsc Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 the brakes will have a coat of rust on them from sitting when you apply them , it will result in rust particules imbedding into the brake pads , reducing friction ( that "stopping" force) and in some cases ,if thebrakes are already pretty worn down , fracture the brake material leaving you with metal on metal ,a grinding noise , and a larger bill for repair costs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Navy Chief Navy Pride Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 a 96 accord for 1000-buy it that thng will go for another 200,000 miles at minimum cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thailog80 Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 It wouldn't hurt to throw a new timing belt on it. It will run for another 100 grand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zonabb Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 I own a 96 accord (my wife drives it) and its the best car I've ever owned, bar none. I also own an 87 accord with 266,000 miles on it that I had sitting in my garage for over 2 years, never started once! I put it back on the road without a problem. Yeah, it had rusty brakes but a drive around the block cured that. Put in fresh gas and some gas additive and you should be fine. For $1000, it's a steal unless its all banged up and has known engine problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweet baboo Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 man! for $1k, if you don't want it, i'll buy it to drive as a beater that car should last forever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted January 15, 2005 Author Share Posted January 15, 2005 Thanks everyone! I am definitely going to buy the car, and I know I am getting a very good deal. The only thing that I know is wrong with it, it likely needs a new starter, or a new battery, both pretty minimal. We jumped it a few weekends back, I drove it around for about a half an hour, and it ran fine. When I tried to re-start it, about a half an hour later, it was dead again. Thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweet baboo Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 probably just the battery...about the only thing that will go wrong on a honda accord or toyota camry congrats on the good deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadBuffaloDisease Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 It wouldn't hurt to throw a new timing belt on it. It will run for another 100 grand. For sure. If it already hasn't been replaced, you DEFINITELY should do this, since it can wreck your engine if it goes (a known problem with Honda Accords). My only other caution is buying something from a friend. If you do, just accept it as-is and don't get worked-up over stuff that MAY go wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted January 15, 2005 Author Share Posted January 15, 2005 For sure. If it already hasn't been replaced, you DEFINITELY should do this, since it can wreck your engine if it goes (a known problem with Honda Accords). My only other caution is buying something from a friend. If you do, just accept it as-is and don't get worked-up over stuff that MAY go wrong. 206361[/snapback] Oh yeah, believe me, I know this. We have been friends for about 20 years, nothing would change that. I offered them more for the car, they would only take $1000 from me. They wanted to just give it to me. I am sure they could get at least twice that. They are fairly financially comfortable, and take care of their cars. Like I said, I know for a fact it has never been in any accidents, or had any major problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frez Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 Oh yeah, believe me, I know this. We have been friends for about 20 years, nothing would change that. I offered them more for the car, they would only take $1000 from me. They wanted to just give it to me. I am sure they could get at least twice that. They are fairly financially comfortable, and take care of their cars. Like I said, I know for a fact it has never been in any accidents, or had any major problems. 206438[/snapback] Just make sure the frame is not rotten. Hard to tell if you don't put it on a lift and look it over good. Salt from the road eats them older cars up, even a 1996. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadBuffaloDisease Posted January 15, 2005 Share Posted January 15, 2005 Oh yeah, believe me, I know this. We have been friends for about 20 years, nothing would change that. I offered them more for the car, they would only take $1000 from me. They wanted to just give it to me. I am sure they could get at least twice that. They are fairly financially comfortable, and take care of their cars. Like I said, I know for a fact it has never been in any accidents, or had any major problems. Well then, I'm sure if you DID have problems, they'd probably offer to give you your money back. Go for it. It's a good deal even at $2000, depending on the condition of the car's body. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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