Where can I buy a Honda Civic Hatchback?

Is it worth it to buy this used 1992 honda civic hatchback?

• 1992 HONDA CIVIC BUBBLE HATCHBACK SOHC VTEC 5 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION 83,000 MILES CLEAN CLEAN CAR!! EXTERIOR IS WHITE WITH MINOR BODY DAMAGE 8/10 NOTHING MAJOR LIKE MOST INTERIOR IS FACTORY BLUE LEATHER VERY RARE TO FIND 9/10 GREAT CAR TO DO A SWAP THE CHASIS IS NOT BENT OR DAMAGED AT ALL!! THE ONLY THING WRONG WITH THE CAR IS THAT IT HAS A TAP WHICH I WAS TOLD WAS EITHER A SPUN BEARING OR THE MOTOR IS ON THE WAY OUT! Here is the link: http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/cto/2289120603.html He is asking 2000, but I wouldn't pay close to that. If I could get it for $1000 or less, would this be worth it? Or am I just asking for problems and headaches? I want to great gas mileage of this model, and the 5 speed vtec. But based on the description, it may need a new engine soon. What should I look for or ask the guy about? Thanks. I appreciate all your help in advance. Danny

• Answer:

  I think that it might be a great deal. First off, I'd get an AutoClub inspection - they are $50 bucks -- I do it with all used cars that I buy. That will let you know exactly what you need mechicanically. aaa.com As for a new engine, if it needs one -- the best thing that you can do for reliability is to get a new one. Here's one w/ 100,000 mile warranty for about $1800 https://www.engineguy.com/?cars=honda-civic-1992-1993-1994-1995-1-5-replacement-engine you can also put in a used japanese motor (cheaper) or a junk yard motor. it all depends on how cheap you can buy the car; and what you want to put into it good luck