After much research and procrastination (parting w/ current vehicle, 1998 Black/black v6 accord coupe that has served as my chariot for 8 yrs, but i've grown out of it), I decided to get myself one of these beasts. I've been keeping an eye out for an fx35 that was "for me" for the past ~4 months, not too many on the market....fast forward to this past sunday. The snow finally let up (Vancouver, BC, home of the 2010 Olympics) and i was able to go check one out that just came on the market last week....
2003, black on black (like my ol' coupe) w/ nav, tech package, ~84k km's thats around 52k miles. Around 80% tread remaining (thank god, cause 20's aint cheap!), brand new brakes all around JUST installed at dealer, and i think thats about it for relevant info. Fair deal too, i didn't get a smoking deal, nor did I get ripped off, lets face it, this is a solid ride, that doesn't stay on market long. I think i could've squeaked out a few hundred $ more, but frankly, didn't want to take the chance losing this car.
Its perfect for me/my style, I'm addicted to snowboarding and the accord sittin on 18's on H/R race springs w/ i/h/e was just not right for the treks up to the Mtn. I am lucky to know that my job is secure and therefore ok w/ taking it on at this otherwise difficult economic time. I was somewhat hesitant, BUT my car is/was going to start costing me more $ and well, just didn't wanna deal w/ it.
Ok, sorry bout the ramble, but felt i need to bond w/ yall, haha. SO, i am just in the process of finalizing the financing before i go pick 'er up (at my liesure, its at a Nissan Dealership about 45 mins away) and just wanted to ask if there is ANYTHING significant i need to watch out for/be aware of. It was pouring rain so I requested they dry her up and leave her in the bay for me to do a once over, but I expect it to have some nicks/scratches (it is 6 yrs old now!). I’m buying the dealer ext. bump/bump warrantee, so covered there too.
I forgot to make sure, but it should come w/ the wireless headphones for the back DVD unit right? I just called in and salesguy said he can’t recall if they were turned in w/ the vehicle, but will find out. As I understand it, it’s the dealer responsibility to ensure everything that is Stock, ie. Comes w/ the car should be w/ the car right? If they say the don’t have them or can’t find them, what suggestions to you folks have?
Ok folks, that’s about it for now, I appreciate your feedback and great info. on here.
Jigjag,
Ps. I can’t wait to drive it home! – but pls if anything comes to mind that I should inspect, let me know!
2003, black on black (like my ol' coupe) w/ nav, tech package, ~84k km's thats around 52k miles. Around 80% tread remaining (thank god, cause 20's aint cheap!), brand new brakes all around JUST installed at dealer, and i think thats about it for relevant info. Fair deal too, i didn't get a smoking deal, nor did I get ripped off, lets face it, this is a solid ride, that doesn't stay on market long. I think i could've squeaked out a few hundred $ more, but frankly, didn't want to take the chance losing this car.
Its perfect for me/my style, I'm addicted to snowboarding and the accord sittin on 18's on H/R race springs w/ i/h/e was just not right for the treks up to the Mtn. I am lucky to know that my job is secure and therefore ok w/ taking it on at this otherwise difficult economic time. I was somewhat hesitant, BUT my car is/was going to start costing me more $ and well, just didn't wanna deal w/ it.
Ok, sorry bout the ramble, but felt i need to bond w/ yall, haha. SO, i am just in the process of finalizing the financing before i go pick 'er up (at my liesure, its at a Nissan Dealership about 45 mins away) and just wanted to ask if there is ANYTHING significant i need to watch out for/be aware of. It was pouring rain so I requested they dry her up and leave her in the bay for me to do a once over, but I expect it to have some nicks/scratches (it is 6 yrs old now!). I’m buying the dealer ext. bump/bump warrantee, so covered there too.
I forgot to make sure, but it should come w/ the wireless headphones for the back DVD unit right? I just called in and salesguy said he can’t recall if they were turned in w/ the vehicle, but will find out. As I understand it, it’s the dealer responsibility to ensure everything that is Stock, ie. Comes w/ the car should be w/ the car right? If they say the don’t have them or can’t find them, what suggestions to you folks have?
Ok folks, that’s about it for now, I appreciate your feedback and great info. on here.
Jigjag,
Ps. I can’t wait to drive it home! – but pls if anything comes to mind that I should inspect, let me know!
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all things FX. I know you will like it here enjoy your new ride.
