mmm def Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Our POS Geo was really starting to die, we looked at the Scion XA and the Honda fit as well as the Yaris. I did like the exterior styling of the XA better but that's it. The yaris was so bare bones that for the few options like abs and power windows would put it at the same $ as the XA. The fit has more interior room, better "magic" seats, 5 speed auto with paddle shifters, fogs alloys, 200 Watt stereo for a little over 16k. We use it to go to the train station and she runs errands on weekends. We pick it up tomorrow, got a grey sport. It will be a cool car, lots of room typical honda reliability and great gas mileage. But yeah, it sure isn't a looker Mike you know you want a ride in it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubix973 Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Congrats on the purchase Dave. Let me know how it is because down the road I'd like to get something like this to commute to work. You're a complete Honda man through and through now. Oh yeah, thanks again for the cubby I appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melayout Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Bold......BOLD MOVES I keed I keeed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyMtnGT Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 After paying $50 effn bucks to fill up yesterday I may have to do the same thing...or buy a scooter?? Congrats on the new car...ricer! jk jk hehe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWDxBOOST Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 i like the fit! especially the ones that have k20 swaps...hehe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legasee Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 there are lots of stuff for it already...start modding http://www.fitfreak.net/forums/ In Taiwan now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LzyKid4Life Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 those things are awesome did you get the lip kit and stuff......? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew.anderson Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 I had never even heard of this car until I read this thread. Thats what happens where you are out of the US for 2 1/2 years. http://automobiles.honda.com/images/2007/fit/customize/base_car/BK_sport_34FRONT.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 the Fit is not an US-only model, it's also available in Japan and other places... This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Gumby aren't you in New Zealand? This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LotusSeven Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 C & D rated the Fit first over virtually all other small cars, even though it was actually the smallest of the lot. Looks like a great city/suburban commuter, but definately not a long distance cruser. Honda fit and finish, very good economy and the best handling in the class by far. Sounds like a good choice. Was you dealer willing to give you a decent deal or are they still scarce enough that they are getting full MSRP ? Heavy Metal Killed Beethoven Support Classical Music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CreoSTi Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 the Fit is not an US-only model, it's also available in Japan and other places... Yeah, there were lots of them when I was in Thailand a couple years back. -Mike- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGTFan 88 Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Makes you realize just how "intelligent" we are over here! The best part is that the guy seems serious.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skubdu Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Your all honda now, first the Si now the Fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VXCL Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 traitor. when am i going to meet the si? MAYHEM #122/22 STS NNJR SCCA AUTOX4U.COM XENON RETRO GUIDE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondas123 Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Make sure to post us some pictures of your new Fit. Congrats. - The Mortgage Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmm def Posted May 9, 2006 Author Share Posted May 9, 2006 traitor. when am i going to meet the si? Lets do some Chimney Rock, what nights are good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axis008 Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Then you get to read amazing threads like this! http://www.fitfreak.net/forums/showthread.php?t=4242 Hahahahh!!! -ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mach_six Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 I got dumb just reading that thread...I rather get the Yaris though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jduk Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 $16k? Yikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmm def Posted May 10, 2006 Author Share Posted May 10, 2006 yeah but you get some decent stuff..5 sp auto with paddles, front side and side curtain air bags, power everything, alloys, fogs, body kit a Scion with comparable options would be similar in price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jduk Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 OK, well I won't rain on your parade. Enjoy the new car. I did see one at the NAIAS this year and the interior was surprisingly nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VXCL Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 Lets do some Chimney Rock, what nights are good? right now any since im between jobs MAYHEM #122/22 STS NNJR SCCA AUTOX4U.COM XENON RETRO GUIDE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 OK, well I won't rain on your parade. Enjoy the new car. I did see one at the NAIAS this year and the interior was surprisingly nice. you can get one for $13k without all the goodies. I drove a Fit Sport 5sp tonight. No power. Nice car. No power. Dealer wanted $20K for theirs after adding a $500 grille, $2000 HPT wheel package, $700 appearance pkg, and $250 floor mats plus a few other overpriced goodies. When I built the same car online, it came to $16k, so you see the gouge factor for someone too dumb to check the price. Oh, did I say that the car has no power? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jduk Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 you can get one for $13k without all the goodies. I drove a Fit Sport 5sp tonight. No power. Nice car. No power. Dealer wanted $20K for theirs after adding a $500 grille, $2000 HPT wheel package, $700 appearance pkg, and $250 floor mats plus a few other overpriced goodies. When I built the same car online, it came to $16k, so you see the gouge factor for someone too dumb to check the price. Oh, did I say that the car has no power? Exactly my point.. $16k for a car with a hair over 100hp?? $13k does sound more reasonable. I couldn't imagine Honda dealers asking $20k for a loaded one. Wait, yes I can BUT, I will say that the interior quality tops the Yaris and xA, hands down. It will be interesting to see what happens when the Nissan Cube is released in the U.S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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