Hi everyone,

I recently purchased 2010 Sport 5 speed MT with 120K miles. I've been browsing the site for a little while now and because I love to drive I was inspired by Bananaclip's 13 Sport Commuter Build thread. However, since this is a first car that I own (I used to lease) I don't know whether a 2010 Fit with 120K on it worth significant investments. I'm not talking about interior inexpensive mods but rather about things like 17 inch wheels, Tanabe Medalion Exhaust, Anti-Sway Bar and so forth. Items that will run several grands in total. I live in NYC so I commute to work on public transportation and therefore don't anticipate to put more than 10-15 K per year but I still drive almost every day.
So in your knowledge and experience does Fit last as long as other Honda models (like Civic and Accord that I know can go for 200K and even 230K) before expensive parts start braking and it's time to change the car?

I appreciate everyone's input and thanks for your time!

 

The car will last a long time...but I'd never modify a car in NYC

 

^this.....

 

Thanks for your feedback. Though I'm already a bit upset with the broken driver's door armrest that just happen. I read that it's a fairly common issue with Fit which is obvious a design flaw and I wonder what other issues are there?...

Re: not modifying a car in NYC - why not? Bad roads or smth else?

 

Modify that girl! I wouldn't worry a second about 120k on the clock. You drive and own the car. If you feel like modding I say go for it

 

You'll be able to put many more miles on your Honda Fit. If that's the only thing stopping you from modding, go for it.

 

Thanks for the encouragement guys!

I chose to go for it!

 

NYC Mods:

 

Because no one else there cares abut car your car and it will be damaged.

 

I'd have to drive the M1-A2 mod.... NYC drivers are the worst....
either that or i'd drive a crash derby car.... go ahead...

 

Yeah, the only way to drive is not to let them get you which is why I got the manual and will add a few mods

 

Absolutely NOTHING is going to be an "investment"... but yeah, 120k is still damn near new. As long as it hasn't been abused, there's nothing wrong with a few mods. Especially if they're things you can remove and resell when you're done with the car.

My 2009 has 390,000 and the engine and transmission are still strong. In terms of driveability, the only issues I've had have been 3 clutches (keep throwing hub springs) and today's annoying seized alternator.

 

390K! Wow... That says a lot about the car and the driver. Thanks for your feedback!

 

Darth, don't do it! It won't be worth it.

How do I know?

If I ever have to question whether modifying a car is worth it, I know it isn't. It's something beyond logic because the gains are feeling based. It's not an investment.

If you know you will be happy with whatever modifications you are going to make, it'll be worth it. It's as simple as that.

 

Well, I asked only from quality and durability of a Fit stand point. Since I got feedback that a Fit last as well as any other Honda and I want to do the mods - I'm doing it

 

Nothing spent on that car will be an "investment". Buy stuff for it if it makes you happy.

 

I stand corrected. I meant spending money on mods with condition that the car will last for a while... You're right this would not be an investment per say

 

That car has a lot of life left. Mod away

 

When did a broken door panel become a common problem? this is the first I've ever heard of it being an issue

 

I meant broken driver's door armrest. Sorry if that confused you. If it didn't - there are plenty of people who got the same problem. Luckily it turned out that it is easy to fix by yourself...