I am a newbie to this website, though I have been reading posts for quite some time now.
I am looking to buy a new TSX. It will be my first car purchase. It is a 2005 base model with 6MT and close to 91k miles. The dealer is selling it for 11.5k(includes everything - fees, sales tax etc.). It felt pretty strong during the test drive, clutch felt superb & interiors looked pretty decent. However, my only concern is that the car has some rust under the hood. There is a minor chip off (smaller than a 5 cent coin but he says he would cover it up).
I have read different opinions so I am not sure if I should be worried. I would appreciate if I could get any advice on the rust issue - is the car not worth it due to this, can I get it fixed on my own, does it indicate flooding or salvage which is not mentioned in carfax (the carfax states it as a clean vehicle). I am sure other members' experience will be invaluable to me.
I have uploaded some pictures on flickr & the link for the same is:
Flickr: marinertsx's Photostream
Thanks so much for.
I am looking to buy a new TSX. It will be my first car purchase. It is a 2005 base model with 6MT and close to 91k miles. The dealer is selling it for 11.5k(includes everything - fees, sales tax etc.). It felt pretty strong during the test drive, clutch felt superb & interiors looked pretty decent. However, my only concern is that the car has some rust under the hood. There is a minor chip off (smaller than a 5 cent coin but he says he would cover it up).
I have read different opinions so I am not sure if I should be worried. I would appreciate if I could get any advice on the rust issue - is the car not worth it due to this, can I get it fixed on my own, does it indicate flooding or salvage which is not mentioned in carfax (the carfax states it as a clean vehicle). I am sure other members' experience will be invaluable to me.
I have uploaded some pictures on flickr & the link for the same is:
Flickr: marinertsx's Photostream
Thanks so much for.