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Old 02-08-2015, 01:08 AM
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Originally Posted by DaBinChe
This is some what of a loaded question. It differs for everyone.

Some like a moon roof and some don't. For the folks that don't, like me, then a moon roof would be an extra expense. Or taller folks that want more head space the moon roof will cut into that.
Question: does the moon roof when closed, contributed in anyway to the noise of the ride?


I've had two EX Civics with moonroofs...always wondered.
 
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Old 02-08-2015, 08:06 AM
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Originally Posted by ZOZOFIT
I did consider the EX but ended up with an LX.

The reason that I picked the LX is because it's all I needed. Coming from a 97 Civic hatchback with sunroof
How many miles did you have on your Civic? My son traded his '97 Civic with 305,424 miles for a 2015 Fit. He would have kept it, but the auto trans was slipping. The dealer gave him $500 for it.
 
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Old 02-08-2015, 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by SilverEX15
How many miles did you have on your Civic? My son traded his '97 Civic with 305,424 miles for a 2015 Fit. He would have kept it, but the auto trans was slipping. The dealer gave him $500 for it.
I had a 97 Civic HX coupe manual with 220K miles. I sold it for $2K 2yrs ago after my first son was born. Wife got a RAV4 with 3rd row and I took her 97 hatch. Then my second son came and my 97 Civic hatchback got totaled. It has 198K miles on it. Now my 2015 Fit aka mini mini van, I guess we will see if it will break the record.

Your son's Civic is amazing. $305K is awesome. It's amazing how those old Honda were make. You can't break them. Both of my 97 Civic, had never had any issue. The HX, I just put in gas and change oil and it runs. Of course I do all the regular maintenance, but other than that, no issue. I wish the Fit is build the same way. I guess time will tell.
 
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Old 10-29-2017, 02:09 PM
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Originally Posted by ritholtz
I am planning to test drive LX and wondering if going for EX worth it. I am really liking bigger alloy wheels on EX. Not sure if they are worth paying $1800 more. There is also mpg penalty. Are there any differences with respect to suspension and engine.

I bought my 8g LX-P Accord without looking up lot of information. I was disappointed after coming across similar kind of thread for Accord where Honda made lot of changes for EX model (different engine, lot of extra suspension components, interior trim material updates, bigger alloy wheels and breaks, sun roof, audio, noise cancelling etc.,).

I am trying to educate myself before requesting quotes from dealer.
Thanks
I don't think its worth 1800 more.
Moon roof: 100 (I think they should call it a skylight)
increased cost of alloy rims over steel rims: 200
Increased cost of touch screen over button screen: $50
2 tweeters: 30
Cheap camera on right side mirror (it is not even 720p much less 1080p): $40
extra wire for camera if its not already there? $15
HDMI connector: $8
Fog lights:$40
Switch for fog lights $15

I can't think of anything else offhand. EX should be about $498 more.

As far as the decreased fuel mileage goes: no-one seems to know why the EX is rated lower. It weighs about 40 pounds more. It has the same engine. I doubt the smooth skylight significantly changes the aerodynamics. The lighter wheels and tires should increase gas mileage. Also, actual field reports from owners show they are getting about the same mpg. So I have no idea what's up with that.
 

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Old 10-29-2017, 03:19 PM
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Originally Posted by nomenclator
I don't think its worth 1800 more.
Moon roof: 100 (I think they should call it a skylight)
increased cost of alloy rims over steel rims: 200
Increased cost of touch screen over button screen: $50
2 tweeters: 30
Cheap camera on right side mirror (it is not even 720p much less 1080p): $40
extra wire for camera if its not already there? $15
HDMI connector: $8
Fog lights:$40
Switch for fog lights $15

I can't think of anything else offhand. EX should be about $498 more.

As far as the decreased fuel mileage goes: no-one seems to know why the EX is rated lower. It weighs about 40 pounds more. It has the same engine. I doubt the smooth skylight significantly changes the aerodynamics. The lighter wheels and tires should increase gas mileage. Also, actual field reports from owners show they are getting about the same mpg. So I have no idea what's up with that.
The question is over two years old, so a response is worthless.
 
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Old 10-29-2017, 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by SilverEX15
The question is over two years old, so a response is worthless.
Bwahaha, it's Sunday so forum traffic is light.

One thing I really like in the EX is the dynamic guide lines when reversing. It's a cool feature I wasn't expecting to like so much.

Oh and don't forget about the included floor mats, that's worth at least $1k... Lol
 
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Old 10-29-2017, 06:51 PM
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Originally Posted by nomenclator
I don't think its worth 1800 more.
Moon roof: 100 (I think they should call it a skylight)
increased cost of alloy rims over steel rims: 200
Increased cost of touch screen over button screen: $50
2 tweeters: 30
Cheap camera on right side mirror (it is not even 720p much less 1080p): $40
extra wire for camera if its not already there? $15
HDMI connector: $8
Fog lights:$40
Switch for fog lights $15

I can't think of anything else offhand. EX should be about $498 more.
Pretty sure those numbers are pulled straight out of your backside.
 
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Old 10-29-2017, 08:05 PM
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Pretty sure those numbers are pulled straight out of your backside.
Haha. I thought that was pretty obvious. I was saying what I thought they were worth, not what I would actually have to end up paying if I really wanted them.
 
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Old 10-29-2017, 08:29 PM
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Originally Posted by nomenclator
Haha. I thought that was pretty obvious. I was saying what I thought they were worth, not what I would actually have to end up paying if I really wanted them.
Understood. I was implying the value of your list as well as replying to a thread 2.5 years old.
 
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I didn't know....

Originally Posted by amy_wilhelmina
Same engine. Noise cancellation might be different. You already know about the wheels but you should do a trim comparison on honda website- EX includes alloy wheels, sunroof, side view camera, push button start AND smart key entry, paddle shifters, different fabric on seats, dynamic guidelines on back up camera, floor mats included, 6 speakers instead of 4, larger touch screen, extra usb port, and fog lights.

So is it worth it is a question only you can answer for your own needs and preferences!
I did my deal in a real stressed out state and a huge hurry. Anyhow, if I had known about all the goodies in the EX, I would have thought the $1600 or $1800 was fair. I really wish I would have known. I would have loved that side view camera. Now, does anyone know if it's possible to retro fit the FIT to the Side View camera?

I don't even know if it's possible for one thing. Also, it may simply be just too expensive to be worth it. If anyone knows, I think I'm set up to email me. I think. I've only been a member for about 15 minutes.
 
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