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Old 05-08-2008, 03:38 PM
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Default Civic VTI 99 or Nissan Exalta 01

im presently choosing between the 2. The exalta has 54T km reading, 2001 top of the line model at P235T while civic vti 99 have 70T km at P290T. In terms of physical look, performance, maintenance, FC and other ameneties, please help me choose? Thanks a lot.
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Old 05-08-2008, 07:37 PM
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Default Re: Civic VTI 99 or Nissan Exalta 01

IMO, it would be better if you could afford the Honda civic @ 290k. It'll be worth the purchase. Even if dated, it will not look that old, and the ride would still be that nice.
If you could still negotiate the price, then it'll be good. The value and the resale value of the civic won't let you down. Just be sure it's not a lemon.
On the other hand, Exalta don't have the same value for the money. It would have the same riding comfort and drive feel as the Civic but the total impact won't be that much. Also, the resale value after some times will depreciate more than the civic. Good luck.
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Old 05-08-2008, 07:52 PM
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Default Re: Civic VTI 99 or Nissan Exalta 01

ill go for the civic in an instant basta alaga pa ng mayari...
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Old 05-08-2008, 08:19 PM
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Pag nissan kasi medyo may kamahalan ang maintenance so I would have to choose civic.. I agree with feeter, just be sure it's not a lemon. Bring a mechanic with you when inspecting the vehicle.
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Old 05-08-2008, 09:42 PM
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Default Re: Civic VTI 99 or Nissan Exalta 01

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im presently choosing between the 2. The exalta has 54T km reading, 2001 top of the line model at P235T while civic vti 99 have 70T km at P290T. In terms of physical look, performance, maintenance, FC and other ameneties, please help me choose? Thanks a lot.

exalta, tapos ung sukli na 55 thousand from buying a civic repair and repaint tapos upholster ng interior,

i just think that civics are over priced and over hyped cars, fan bois has already dictated the cars real value, sure there reliable but so are nissan sentra.

as far as maintenance goes "THIS ARE ALL ECONO SEDANS" dont expect repair bills the same as BMW,

as for parts just visit [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] they can help you source parts wayyyyyyyy cheaper than casa
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Old 05-08-2008, 09:46 PM
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Default Re: Civic VTI 99 or Nissan Exalta 01

ive been a member of nissanbayan for quite awhile, had a nissan b13 b4. for a civic, hindi ko pa natry sumakay nor gumamit. the last vehicle i used was an Isuzu Dmax. Whatever ill choose here, resale value is not a big factor.. im considering this one as posted in NB : [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] i do love theinterior elegance of an exalta too.

the car will not also be a daily driven one, will only be used on long drive lang.
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Old 05-09-2008, 07:42 AM
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Assuming both cars are equally in good condition, test drive both and see from there. If I were the one choosing, My first priority would be whichever car is in better condition. Next would be ride and comfort.

One of my best buds gave up his 99' Civic for a 2000 Exalta after he test drove the Nissan. Though I own a Nissan, I did not influence him in any way. Gulat na lang ako when he announced that he'll be buying this Exalta he checked out due to its soft and comfortable ride.

I believe that depreciation does not vary much between 2nd hand cars. If you buy the Exalta at 235k and the Civic at 290k, and assuming you sell them in 3-4years, should the Civic drop 30k from the acquired price, then the Exalta would have dropped no more than the same amount.

We have had a number of different cars, when it comes to parts, it depends on how resourceful you are in sourcing the items that you need, and you always get what you pay for.
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Old 05-09-2008, 07:48 AM
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Default Re: Civic VTI 99 or Nissan Exalta 01

i guess i need to go deeper into the units, ill sched a test drive this weekend for me to choose which one of them.

O.T. Zman, we met before in Nissan Commonwealth, EB ng NB.
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Old 05-09-2008, 09:46 AM
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i guess i need to go deeper into the units, ill sched a test drive this weekend for me to choose which one of them.

O.T. Zman, we met before in Nissan Commonwealth, EB ng NB.
Yun naman pala eh, Nissan by default. j/l

But seriously, my non-biased opinion would be, to go with which ever car is in better shape, then factor in which one feels better to drive.

Happy hunting!
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Old 05-09-2008, 10:13 AM
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Although I love Honda. Mas practical to get the Nissan in this scenario since its already a 2nd hand car and P50K is a big deal, if it was brand new without a shadow of a doubt I would go for the Civic. But of course as the others mentioned you still have to view the car by its merits....
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Old 05-09-2008, 10:27 AM
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Assuming both cars are equally in good condition, test drive both and see from there. If I were the one choosing, My first priority would be whichever car is in better condition. Next would be ride and comfort.

One of my best buds gave up his 99' Civic for a 2000 Exalta after he test drove the Nissan. Though I own a Nissan, I did not influence him in any way. Gulat na lang ako when he announced that he'll be buying this Exalta he checked out due to its soft and comfortable ride.

I believe that depreciation does not vary much between 2nd hand cars. If you buy the Exalta at 235k and the Civic at 290k, and assuming you sell them in 3-4years, should the Civic drop 30k from the acquired price, then the Exalta would have dropped no more than the same amount.

We have had a number of different cars, when it comes to parts, it depends on how resourceful you are in sourcing the items that you need, and you always get what you pay for.
In this case, we cannot judge both cars until we see the actual unit and test drive it. All I can say is for you is aside from checking the milage of the car, the pro of the civic is it being known for its outstanding durability (that's what I have observe, there are many civics ranging from 1995 models that runs good), and honda performance is practically great. The con of the civic is that parts are hard to find and pricey.

The Nissan exalta on the other hand, In terms of apearance and interior, it is equiped more with luxurious features rather than irs other competitors that produce sporty sedans in its class.
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Old 05-09-2008, 10:28 AM
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Default Re: Civic VTI 99 or Nissan Exalta 01

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Assuming both cars are equally in good condition, test drive both and see from there. If I were the one choosing, My first priority would be whichever car is in better condition. Next would be ride and comfort.

One of my best buds gave up his 99' Civic for a 2000 Exalta after he test drove the Nissan. Though I own a Nissan, I did not influence him in any way. Gulat na lang ako when he announced that he'll be buying this Exalta he checked out due to its soft and comfortable ride.

I believe that depreciation does not vary much between 2nd hand cars. If you buy the Exalta at 235k and the Civic at 290k, and assuming you sell them in 3-4years, should the Civic drop 30k from the acquired price, then the Exalta would have dropped no more than the same amount.

We have had a number of different cars, when it comes to parts, it depends on how resourceful you are in sourcing the items that you need, and you always get what you pay for.
In this case, we cannot judge both cars until we see the actual unit and test drive it. All I can say is for you is aside from checking the mileage of the car, the pro of the civic is it being known for its outstanding durability (that's what I have observe, there are many civics ranging from 1995 models that runs good), and honda performance is practically great. The con of the civic is that parts are hard to find and pricey.

The Nissan exalta on the other hand, In terms of appearance and interior, it is equipped more with luxurious features rather than its other competitors that produce sporty sedans in its class.
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Old 05-09-2008, 10:29 AM
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BTW, both cars have good air conditioning system.
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Old 05-09-2008, 10:51 AM
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Default Re: Civic VTI 99 or Nissan Exalta 01

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im presently choosing between the 2. The exalta has 54T km reading, 2001 top of the line model at P235T while civic vti 99 have 70T km at P290T. In terms of physical look, performance, maintenance, FC and other ameneties, please help me choose? Thanks a lot.
If you are looking for a more sporty look & ride quality... choose the civic.

The Sentra Exalta would give you the look and feel of an entry level luxury car.

It just depends on your preference in cars.
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Old 05-09-2008, 10:59 AM
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I think the Exalta already has auto-climate control which makes it really it the level playing field of luxury and leather seats na din ata sya and some wood....
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