Tuesday, 5 July 2011

honda civic engines

All the major parts stores sell engines as well, both new and rebuilt. You can get a price from them to get an idea about that bit. The engine swap, particularly at a dealer, will be priced according to their hourly labor rate (which they will tell you on the phone) and at the ASE time estimate for the job. Pull out your pocket calculator, multiply the two numbers together and have a friend apply CPR when you go into cardiac shock.
honda civic engines
You should go ahead and call some independent shops and get a quote for that job from them. This 50% warrantee jazz could very well mean it's an even deal either way since the dealership's hourly rate will be higher and so will their part cost. It might be the same end cost either way and you may or may not feel like the dealership is better for the job. Personally I believe private mechanics are often more talented and senior but maybe you have a different position.
honda civic engines
You should also consider whether this is a good use of funds. Cars.com pulls up a blue book value on this car (assuming 85,000 miles) of about $4500. ATK Engines (not an endorsement, just my first google pick) lists a rebuilt engine for your vehicle at $2300. If your dealership charges $80 an hour and book time is 14 hours you're in for another $1120 (not counting shop fees and all the associated hoses and gaskets that'll get replaced too).

honda civic engines

Friday, 1 July 2011

honda fit

The Honda Fit features a five-speed manual gearbox ($14,900) or perhaps a five-speed automatic ($15,700). Standard features include 15-inch wheels, black side mirrors, telescoping steering-wheel, auxiliary input jack for your iPod, MP3/WMA playback, and 160-watt stereo with four speakers honda fit

The Honda Fit is among the highest rated cars in initial quality as measured by J.D. Power surveys. It scores top marks for overall quality in the first Ninety days of ownership, falling into the “about average” category limited to design of interior and accessories. The current-generation Fit will not be available for sale of sufficient length to be a part of J.D. Power dependability surveys honda fit.

honda fit

The Honda Fit is incredibly maneuverable and it feels light and nimble while cornering. At only 2,500 ponds the Honda Fit accelerates briskly to 60mph in 9 seconds. Most reviewers remarked that it is very best in class in terms of handling and acceleration. Though at high speeds its engine is a bit loud. The Fit’s unibody structure utilizes a higher percentage of lightweight high-tensile steel to supply strength and rigidity without excessive weight. The Fit handles and corners adequately, using a perfectly tuned chasis, in comparison to competitors as noted by numerous reviewers including car and driver honda fit.

honda fit

honda accord

honda accord

honda accord

honda accord

honda accord

honda accord

For 2011, the Honda Accord sedan and coupe models undergo a mild facelift, with new front-end styling, improved interiors, and new standard or optional features. The four-cylinder model gains improved fuel efficiency due to engine improvements and transmission gear ratios, up to seven per cent better in the city and 11 per cent on the highway when compared to the 2010 model. The new SE trim line replaces the previous base LX trim, adding standard eight-way power driver’s seat, alloy wheels, Bluetooth connectivity, automatic headlamps and security system; these are now found on all Accord models.

honda accord

Available as a four-door sedan or two-door coupe, the Accord comes with a choice of four engines overall. A 2.4-litre four-cylinder in the base SE sedan produces 177 horsepower, while the 2.4-litre in the EX and EX-L sedan and coupe models makes 190 horsepower. The LE uses a five-speed manual transmission that can be optioned to a five-speed automatic, while all other sedan models use the five-speed automatic; four-cylinder coupes use the five-speed manual or optional five-speed automatic.

honda accord

Honda civic 2005

Coupes and sedans have a similar hood, front fenders, front bumper and headlight s

tyling. However, the two vehicles are clearly different. While they share the same wheel base and inner structure, most of their exterior panels are not interchangeable. The coupe features a more aggressive windshield rake, intended to create a sportier look, and its tail lamps light up in a signature pattern. The appearance of the Civic Hybrid sedan is also subtly different from other four-doors, with a deeper spoiler under the front bumper, a small spoiler on the lip of the trunk lid and Hybrid-specific lightweight alloy wheels. The four-door Civic is nearly 3 inches shorter than the Toyota Corolla and about the same length as a Ford Focus sedan. Both the Civic coupe and sedan ride a 103.1-inch wheelbase, but the four-door model is 1.6 inches taller than the coupe. The available Civic Si hatchback has a huge, flat windshield is steeply raked, and its nose slopes radically downward, generating excellent aerodynamics and allowing great visibility outward. The Si is slab-sided, without any sculpture in the sheet metal, though in 2004 better proportioned 16-inch wheels gave the car more character by better filling the wheel wells. Overall, this small car packs its motor into a condensed engine bay, leaving more space for passengers, especially in front, without increasing exterior dimensions.

Honda civic 2005

Honda civic 2005

The Civic is easy and pleasant to drive. It is quiet on the inside, Throttle response in the 127-hp EX is good, but its automatic transmission reacts a bit slowly. Honda's manual gearshift, however, is precise, and the clutch performs expertly. The base Civics may be a bit on the bland side in appearance and performance, but reputation for quality and dependability outweighs the lack of thrill. Steering requires only modest effort. This car delivers excellent ride quality and is wholly capable during tight maneuvers.

Honda civic 2005

Honda civic 2005

Honda's Integrated Motor Assist system in the Civic Hybrid makes the gas engine dominant. The electric motor provides additional power when needed. While yielding impressive fuel-economy figures and reduced emissions, the Civic Hybrid drives like any other automobile. The batteries never need to be connected to a power outlet because they're recharged while driving. An automatic idle/stop feature shuts off the engine when the car comes to a stop as a means of conserving fuel. The Civic Hybrid is available with either a five-speed-manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission that uses no gears. It's powered by a 1.3-liter four-cylinder and an electric motor/generator that produce a combined 93 hp. Compared with its gasoline-engine sibling, several exterior revisions give the Civic Hybrid a distinctive look. The Civic Hybrid differs little from a regular Civic sedan, so the driving experience is similar. Acceleration is wholly adequate from a standstill and at highway speeds. The car operates very quietly, but road noise is slightly greater than usual due to the low-rolling-resistance tires. The alternative to the hybrid, for consumers in certain areas, is the Civic GX sedan, which comes with 100-hp, natural gas-powered engine that requires a special fueling station for home use. The GX may have the cleanest internal combustion engine in the world, as Honda claims, but it's also the most expensive and one of the least powerful Civics. For 2005, the GX gets the same styling changes introduced on other Civic sedans in 2004.

Honda civic 2005