Made my decision!
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From: miami
Made my decision!
Alright guys, it's been decided... I'm getting a Fit! 
I've decided on TW. Just not sure what trim yet. I like the added features the Sport has, especially that nice screen on the dash and the spoiler, but I don't know if I wanna dish out the couple extra g's for it. That, and insurance is a real ass****. I'm 21, so the rates will just skyrocket and my parents don't wanna pay any more than they already do.
Even though I offered to help with the insurance, but that's something else. LOL.
But a question... how much do you guys pay for insurance? (age range 18-25)
I do plan on a few modifications:
Any input would be fantastic! I need to start saving up.
1. HID Lights
(The bulbs or the kit. What's better?)
2. Exhaust system
(HSK is something I'm leaning toward)
3. Tints
4.
I've decided on TW. Just not sure what trim yet. I like the added features the Sport has, especially that nice screen on the dash and the spoiler, but I don't know if I wanna dish out the couple extra g's for it. That, and insurance is a real ass****. I'm 21, so the rates will just skyrocket and my parents don't wanna pay any more than they already do.
Even though I offered to help with the insurance, but that's something else. LOL.
But a question... how much do you guys pay for insurance? (age range 18-25)
I do plan on a few modifications:
Any input would be fantastic! I need to start saving up.
1. HID Lights
(The bulbs or the kit. What's better?)
2. Exhaust system
(HSK is something I'm leaning toward)
3. Tints
4.
Welcome to FitFreak! And hopefully you go through with the purchase!
If you're able to get the sport trim, go for it! But the base ain't that bad either. Overall, the Fit is a good vehicle.
As for your planned mods:
1. NO! Do a proper retrofit or just upgrade to better halogen bulbs.
2. I don't know what your taste in exhausts are, but I check on YouTube for sound clips before I buy an exhaust.
3. YES! I only have tints on the rear windows because cops here in my area are a bit retarded when it comes to front tint. Really helps a lot if you live in a sunny place.
4. My suggestion would be wheels, tires, and lower your car. It will change the overall appearance of the Fit.
Good luck!
If you're able to get the sport trim, go for it! But the base ain't that bad either. Overall, the Fit is a good vehicle.
As for your planned mods:
1. NO! Do a proper retrofit or just upgrade to better halogen bulbs.
2. I don't know what your taste in exhausts are, but I check on YouTube for sound clips before I buy an exhaust.
3. YES! I only have tints on the rear windows because cops here in my area are a bit retarded when it comes to front tint. Really helps a lot if you live in a sunny place.
4. My suggestion would be wheels, tires, and lower your car. It will change the overall appearance of the Fit.
Good luck!
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Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 1,199
From: Vermont, USA
Bear in mind that only the Sport with navigation has the touch screen radio...a non-navigation sport has the same head unit as the base. The navigation is $1780 on top of the sport, and only comes with an automatic; you're out of luck if you want a manual.
You could save a fair bit of change by getting and installing an aftermarket touchscreen head unit if that's of interest to you. You don't get quite the same steering wheel button options with an aftermarket unit—but it's not like it's a long reach to the radio in the Fit.
Clazzio seat covers might be worth looking into; they look slick and are reported to be comfy, a win-win.
You could save a fair bit of change by getting and installing an aftermarket touchscreen head unit if that's of interest to you. You don't get quite the same steering wheel button options with an aftermarket unit—but it's not like it's a long reach to the radio in the Fit.
Clazzio seat covers might be worth looking into; they look slick and are reported to be comfy, a win-win.
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From: miami
Bear in mind that only the Sport with navigation has the touch screen radio...a non-navigation sport has the same head unit as the base. The navigation is $1780 on top of the sport, and only comes with an automatic; you're out of luck if you want a manual.
You could save a fair bit of change by getting and installing an aftermarket touchscreen head unit if that's of interest to you. You don't get quite the same steering wheel button options with an aftermarket unit—but it's not like it's a long reach to the radio in the Fit.
Clazzio seat covers might be worth looking into; they look slick and are reported to be comfy, a win-win.
You could save a fair bit of change by getting and installing an aftermarket touchscreen head unit if that's of interest to you. You don't get quite the same steering wheel button options with an aftermarket unit—but it's not like it's a long reach to the radio in the Fit.
Clazzio seat covers might be worth looking into; they look slick and are reported to be comfy, a win-win.
As for the Sport trim... reallyyyy? I thought the Sport w/o navigation had the screen as well. BUMMER. For that, I'd rather just get an aftermarket radio. And viper alarm system.
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Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 189
From: Englewood
Good luck with the Fit when you get it.
Is the insurance more for the Sport, than the Base?
You said you offered to "help" with the insurance. Will they be paying the insurance forever?
If you are paying for the car yourself, buying the Base would save you $1700 +/-
If they are paying for the car, and need convincing that you "need" the Sport, explain to them, that the Sport comes with a sway bar, which can make it less likely to roll over!
Of course for $200 or so, you could install a better one on the Base.
Is the insurance more for the Sport, than the Base?
You said you offered to "help" with the insurance. Will they be paying the insurance forever?
If you are paying for the car yourself, buying the Base would save you $1700 +/-
If they are paying for the car, and need convincing that you "need" the Sport, explain to them, that the Sport comes with a sway bar, which can make it less likely to roll over!
Of course for $200 or so, you could install a better one on the Base.
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From: miami
Good luck with the Fit when you get it.
Is the insurance more for the Sport, than the Base?
You said you offered to "help" with the insurance. Will they be paying the insurance forever?
If you are paying for the car yourself, buying the Base would save you $1700 +/-
If they are paying for the car, and need convincing that you "need" the Sport, explain to them, that the Sport comes with a sway bar, which can make it less likely to roll over!
Of course for $200 or so, you could install a better one on the Base.
Is the insurance more for the Sport, than the Base?
You said you offered to "help" with the insurance. Will they be paying the insurance forever?
If you are paying for the car yourself, buying the Base would save you $1700 +/-
If they are paying for the car, and need convincing that you "need" the Sport, explain to them, that the Sport comes with a sway bar, which can make it less likely to roll over!
Of course for $200 or so, you could install a better one on the Base.
And I'll be paying for the car. I just got promoted at work, so I'll be working full-time.
I mean, I like the Base. Heck, I like any Honda. I just don't know if dishing out more money for something that's already included in the Sport model is worth it (i.e, wheels, spoiler). But I guess I can always get some used things.
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Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 189
From: Englewood
Edmunds lists a 2012 Fit (20,000 miles) Sport at $1553 more than the Base.
So you actually lose less money from depreciation, with the base. $182. Not a big concern in my book, if you want the Sport. The $1735 is!
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Ohhh, thy M/T. How I wish I can drive thee.
I need to learn M/T. I hate how "un-involved" I am when driving A/T.
But anywho... I'm going tomorrow to Honda, and talk numbers. Heck, if they give me a good deal on the Sport, I'll take it. If not, the base trim and modding from there on.
But at my age, 21, and minimal credit... I know they're gonna get me with the monthly payments. Echk.
I need to learn M/T. I hate how "un-involved" I am when driving A/T.
But anywho... I'm going tomorrow to Honda, and talk numbers. Heck, if they give me a good deal on the Sport, I'll take it. If not, the base trim and modding from there on.
But at my age, 21, and minimal credit... I know they're gonna get me with the monthly payments. Echk.
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Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 3,661
From: Georgia
Au contraire. Honda lists the Sport mt at $1735 more than the Base.
Edmunds lists a 2012 Fit (20,000 miles) Sport at $1553 more than the Base.
So you actually lose less money from depreciation, with the base. $182. Not a big concern in my book, if you want the Sport. The $1735 is!
Edmunds lists a 2012 Fit (20,000 miles) Sport at $1553 more than the Base.
So you actually lose less money from depreciation, with the base. $182. Not a big concern in my book, if you want the Sport. The $1735 is!
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From: miami
Hm, looking through the forums, I saw a dude who transformed his Base trim into the Sport trim. I thought that was pretty frickin' cool.
I've been looking at some body kits and whatnot, and sweet baby jesus, some are just beautiful. I do want fog lights though. In yellow. And HID's. I just want so much D:
Guess I'll save those $2,000 for mods, eh?
I've been looking at some body kits and whatnot, and sweet baby jesus, some are just beautiful. I do want fog lights though. In yellow. And HID's. I just want so much D:
Guess I'll save those $2,000 for mods, eh?
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Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 3,661
From: Georgia
Ohhh, thy M/T. How I wish I can drive thee.
I need to learn M/T. I hate how "un-involved" I am when driving A/T.
But anywho... I'm going tomorrow to Honda, and talk numbers. Heck, if they give me a good deal on the Sport, I'll take it. If not, the base trim and modding from there on.
But at my age, 21, and minimal credit... I know they're gonna get me with the monthly payments. Echk.
I need to learn M/T. I hate how "un-involved" I am when driving A/T.
But anywho... I'm going tomorrow to Honda, and talk numbers. Heck, if they give me a good deal on the Sport, I'll take it. If not, the base trim and modding from there on.
But at my age, 21, and minimal credit... I know they're gonna get me with the monthly payments. Echk.
1) MT is easy to learn. If that appeals you'll have it down in less than an afternoon. In a week you'll be an expert. I dumped my 17yo son in his Miata and let him figure it out. Really ask the salesperson (chicks would dig showing you) how it's done.
2) since you're entering the purchase phase, be very cagey with the dealer. They are experts at the game, you are not. consider:
- Don't bond with the car before you negotiate the best price. There are a lot of Fits sitting on car lots with more coming every week from Japan.
- You have a very powerful weapon: the door. While you're on their turf they have the advantage, but they can't keep you there. If you're not completely sure you're getting the best deal, walk out. Even if you are, it's a good idea to say thanks, I'll get back to you and leave. The price will drop in almost every case, often before you get out the door.
- Shop for accessories before going in. They will tend to get you to agree on the price and then bring out a menu of dealer add-ons that you will probably agree to without knowing their value. If you want any dealer add-ons ask for these before agreeing on a purchase price and negotiate lower prices. Floor-mats should be included.
- shop for interest rates. This is negotiable at the dealer. Know what you can get from a bank (or your parent's insurance company; these offer car loans now too) before you go in. A lot of dealer profit comes from selling too high interest rates. Ask for a lower rate than they offer you.
- the Finance and Insurance guy (back room where they set up loans) is a pro. This is where most high pressure sales tactics occur when you least expect it. Not only is the interest rate negotiable, but he will try to sell you extended warranties and service contracts and make you really really want them. But you have a simple weapon: just say, "No" when he bombards you with offers for overpriced nitrogen tire-fills after you agreed on a purchase price.
- don't be proud, take your dad with you (or a friend) as long as one of you can say no (good cop/bad cop) during negotiations. Leave if things are getting too heated.
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Couple finer points:
1) MT is easy to learn. If that appeals you'll have it down in less than an afternoon. In a week you'll be an expert. I dumped my 17yo son in his Miata and let him figure it out. Really ask the salesperson (chicks would dig showing you) how it's done.
2) since you're entering the purchase phase, be very cagey with the dealer. They are experts at the game, you are not. consider:
1) MT is easy to learn. If that appeals you'll have it down in less than an afternoon. In a week you'll be an expert. I dumped my 17yo son in his Miata and let him figure it out. Really ask the salesperson (chicks would dig showing you) how it's done.
2) since you're entering the purchase phase, be very cagey with the dealer. They are experts at the game, you are not. consider:
- Don't bond with the car before you negotiate the best price. There are a lot of Fits sitting on car lots with more coming every week from Japan.
- You have a very powerful weapon: the door. While you're on their turf they have the advantage, but they can't keep you there. If you're not completely sure you're getting the best deal, walk out. Even if you are, it's a good idea to say thanks, I'll get back to you and leave. The price will drop in almost every case, often before you get out the door.
- Shop for accessories before going in. They will tend to get you to agree on the price and then bring out a menu of dealer add-ons that you will probably agree to without knowing their value. If you want any dealer add-ons ask for these before agreeing on a purchase price and negotiate lower prices. Floor-mats should be included.
- shop for interest rates. This is negotiable at the dealer. Know what you can get from a bank (or your parent's insurance company; these offer car loans now too) before you go in. A lot of dealer profit comes from selling too high interest rates. Ask for a lower rate than they offer you.
- the Finance and Insurance guy (back room where they set up loans) is a pro. This is where most high pressure sales tactics occur when you least expect it. Not only is the interest rate negotiable, but he will try to sell you extended warranties and service contracts and make you really really want them. But you have a simple weapon: just say, "No" when he bombards you with offers for overpriced nitrogen tire-fills after you agreed on a purchase price.
- don't be proud, take your dad with you (or a friend) as long as one of you can say no (good cop/bad cop) during negotiations. Leave if things are getting too heated.
And thanks for all the tips! Much appreciated! I think me being a chick, they take advantage of that, but I've been researching what other people have bought for their Fit, and if they offer more than that... "thank you for your time, have a nice day!"
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Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 3,661
From: Georgia
So I've heard; that it's easy to learn stick. Gotta ask!
And thanks for all the tips! Much appreciated! I think me being a chick, they take advantage of that, but I've been researching what other people have bought for their Fit, and if they offer more than that... "thank you for your time, have a nice day!"
And thanks for all the tips! Much appreciated! I think me being a chick, they take advantage of that, but I've been researching what other people have bought for their Fit, and if they offer more than that... "thank you for your time, have a nice day!"