Fit now or wait!!!
#22
02-12-2008, 03:36 PM
I'm about to do the same thing so I know what your going through. I tradeing in my 05 crv-se for a fit sport. I like the 09 but to me it's where I can save a few bucks. The 09 will atleast go for a grand if not more with a Skyroof. Plus there not going to more off msrp for atleast a few months.Plus first year bugs need to be worked out a bit. Your trade will be dropping in value. This is why I'm getting a 08. Maybe when they do the 09 refresh in 2012 I'll pick one up. And I'm getting a 08 Fit sport AT with all weather floor matts for 16100.00 before taxes.
#24
02-12-2008, 04:09 PM
Tyler
#25
02-12-2008, 04:14 PM
i don't want to sound like a jerk or anything, but with how often i've seen your posts about how much you dislike the current fit, it surprises me that you are still even considering one.
#26
02-12-2008, 06:48 PM
unless you absolutely want a car dont get it. cars are one of the worst
investments you will ever make from a financial standpoint. you waste
so much money when you make a "mistake."
if you absolutely like the current design, get it.
if you think you might like the new design, wait. you'll probably find
new or relatively new used 08's when the 09's are out in the market
anyway, so no sense rushing it.
investments you will ever make from a financial standpoint. you waste
so much money when you make a "mistake."
if you absolutely like the current design, get it.
if you think you might like the new design, wait. you'll probably find
new or relatively new used 08's when the 09's are out in the market
anyway, so no sense rushing it.
#27
02-12-2008, 07:32 PM
Ummm...
No, I have never driven a CRV. I just think they look cool and have always liked them. Elements, too.
First-year bugs, well, I doubt there'd be any to speak of. Those guys at Honda are nothing if not thorough. But yeah, I like the current Fit's look better than the PICTURES of the upcoming model.
Has anyone added a sunroof to a current-generation Fit? My brother Jeff had one added to a Buick he had once, and it was perfect and looked great. Just a thought.
First-year bugs, well, I doubt there'd be any to speak of. Those guys at Honda are nothing if not thorough. But yeah, I like the current Fit's look better than the PICTURES of the upcoming model.
Has anyone added a sunroof to a current-generation Fit? My brother Jeff had one added to a Buick he had once, and it was perfect and looked great. Just a thought.
#29
02-12-2008, 09:40 PM
i don't understand this logic. the new fit design is going to still be based on the current design, even if it's loosely based.
i don't want to sound like a jerk or anything, but with how often i've seen your posts about how much you dislike the current fit, it surprises me that you are still even considering one.
i don't want to sound like a jerk or anything, but with how often i've seen your posts about how much you dislike the current fit, it surprises me that you are still even considering one.
...and the reason i may still buy the current version is if the new one doesnt arrive before my current car dies. ....or if they tack on $1500 to the new one.
and even though i believe the current fit is "goofy looking," i still have a fondness for it. hell, i'm somewhat goofy looking myself.
#30
02-12-2008, 09:48 PM
i've searched around and all i see is sporadic speculation... some of which isnt encouraging.
#31
02-12-2008, 11:56 PM
i dont dislike the current fit. if a new one wasnt around the corner, i'd def buy the current version.
...and the reason i may still buy the current version is if the new one doesnt arrive before my current car dies. ....or if they tack on $1500 to the new one.
and even though i believe the current fit is "goofy looking," i still have a fondness for it. hell, i'm somewhat goofy looking myself.
...and the reason i may still buy the current version is if the new one doesnt arrive before my current car dies. ....or if they tack on $1500 to the new one.
and even though i believe the current fit is "goofy looking," i still have a fondness for it. hell, i'm somewhat goofy looking myself.
That's part of the reason I will probably go ahead and get an 08...I'd rather pay invoice for an 08 than MSRP+ for an 09 which will probably cost more to begin with.
#32
02-13-2008, 12:22 AM
According to Edmunds at the Tokyo Auto Show Inside Line: Video Player
Temple of VTEC (some guy that took spy pics of the new TSX at the U.S. Honda HQ said he also saw the new Fit being driven around)
Temple of VTEC New Model Release Matrix
Car and Driver
2009 Honda Fit - Auto Shows - Car and Driver October 2007
The only thing that would stop me from getting the new Fit is my patience :3
Last edited by HapaLynai; 02-13-2008 at 12:29 AM.
#33
02-13-2008, 04:17 AM
According to Edmunds at the Tokyo Auto Show Inside Line: Video Player
Temple of VTEC (some guy that took spy pics of the new TSX at the U.S. Honda HQ said he also saw the new Fit being driven around)
Temple of VTEC New Model Release Matrix
Car and Driver
2009 Honda Fit - Auto Shows - Car and Driver October 2007
The only thing that would stop me from getting the new Fit is my patience :3
Temple of VTEC (some guy that took spy pics of the new TSX at the U.S. Honda HQ said he also saw the new Fit being driven around)
Temple of VTEC New Model Release Matrix
Car and Driver
2009 Honda Fit - Auto Shows - Car and Driver October 2007
The only thing that would stop me from getting the new Fit is my patience :3
#36
02-14-2008, 10:32 AM
I don't really like the new Fit. I think it's mainly because the headlights are (for me) too big. Just looks....weird.
#37
02-16-2008, 09:47 AM
Forgot to edit my post to include these links.
Another article that mentions the release dates for North America and Europe.
Honda gets 20,000 Fit orders in Japan in 2 weeks | Reuters
Someone (from the U.S.?) claiming to be part of a focus group that saw the new Fit. Don't know how far a company has a focus group on a product before release but anyways.....I just want to think that person is from the U.S. (says "my bad" and spelled "color" without a "U")
Honda-Tech.com: Honda Fit: Sat in an 08 Fit yesterday
Yeah, the "bug eyed" look kinda weirded me out at first but I got used to it, kinda like how I thought the new xB was ugly at first......or maybe I just have poor taste in cars =[
Another article that mentions the release dates for North America and Europe.
Honda gets 20,000 Fit orders in Japan in 2 weeks | Reuters
Someone (from the U.S.?) claiming to be part of a focus group that saw the new Fit. Don't know how far a company has a focus group on a product before release but anyways.....I just want to think that person is from the U.S. (says "my bad" and spelled "color" without a "U")
Honda-Tech.com: Honda Fit: Sat in an 08 Fit yesterday
Yeah, the "bug eyed" look kinda weirded me out at first but I got used to it, kinda like how I thought the new xB was ugly at first......or maybe I just have poor taste in cars =[
#38
02-16-2008, 05:06 PM
According to that Reuters article the next-gen will be even more fuel efficient. I actually like the looks 99x better so I may end up waiting after all even if it means paying a premium...
#39
02-16-2008, 05:23 PM
why I went '08 and not '09
The bigest reasons I did not wait and I could and just picked up my '08 Fit Sport is the new i-VTEC 1.5l engine. The VTEC is old school, but all the bugs have been worked out and they run a long time. 200k + easy. Can't say that about the new engine and if your interested in economy the extra 10hp is no help. Top that off with a new car design (well sorta) and more CASH.
My racing friend worked in a large Honda shop and he said the i-VTEC eng in the Cvics are having issues.
That aslide it was tempting with the many solutions and improvements.
My racing friend worked in a large Honda shop and he said the i-VTEC eng in the Cvics are having issues.
That aslide it was tempting with the many solutions and improvements.
#40
02-16-2008, 05:24 PM
many of you may have already seen this (and its not USDM) but its funny enough to post here (it was in another thread recently) enjoy....
https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/fit-...vs-suzuki.html
https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/fit-...vs-suzuki.html