Best Used Honda Buyer's Guide

Hondas are some of the most sought-after used cars, as they are prized for their reliability. It’s actually common to see a Honda log well over 100,000 miles of trouble-free driving. Only basic upkeep is needed to keep driving without the infamous maintenance nightmares of so many other makes and models. Many drivers also find more appeal in the styling of Honda cars, even over those of its biggest competitor, Toyota.

Which are the Best & Most Popular Used Hondas?

Honda Civic – Take your pick of the sedan, the coupe or even a hybrid. The Civic is the complete entry-level choice. With great fuel economy and solid Honda quality, it’s a perfect option for first-time buyers just as well as road warriors.

Accord - The Accord has run neck-and-neck with the Toyota Camry for overall best-seller, but the Accord came out on top with Kiplinger rankings with 4 nods over the past decade compared to the Camry’s two, winning it a top spot in the 10 Best Cars and Trucks from 2001 – 2010 and in 10 Cars that Refuse to Die.

2007 Sticker price: $27,830 (2011 EX V6)
Resale value (3 yrs./5 yrs.): 57%/39%
Horsepower: 271
MPG (city/highway): 20/30
Sticker price, 2001 model: $25,540
Horsepower for 2001: 200
MPG (city/highway) for 2001: 18/26 (revised)

The Accord offers a slightly sportier suspension and more weighted steering, and its reliability combined with outstanding resale value have won loyal customers everywhere. Even in 2007 you could choose from several models… from the modest LX, a four-cylinder with cloth seats and manual transmission ($22,730) to the near-luxury EX-L V6, with leather seats, navigation and rear-view camera ($32,380). Honda Accord EX-L was also named among the 10 Best Picks in Used Cars. Honda’s bestseller is renowned for its reliability. In the last year before its redesign, the Accord once again laid claim to its value status with top-notch safety, a controlled but comfortable ride, and a 3-liter V6 that puts out 244 horses.

Honda S2000 – Don’t underestimate this two-seater convertible; it offers about 240 horsepower from a 4-cylinder engine. The personality of the S2000, its excitable high performance, and its stunning looks and inexpensive price as a used car make it tough to beat for bargain-savvy sports car hunters.

Honda Odyssey – Possibly the most proficient minivan built in the last five years. A used Honda Odyssey is the perfect family choice, for those both small and growing. It represents the peak of Honda’s designs, as even used Odysseys remain competitive with current model year vans. The 2006 Honda Odyssey Touring was also among the 10 Best Picks in Used Cars. Also on that list? The 2008 Honda Pilot EX…

Price when new: $30,380
Dealer used price: $23,747
Private party price: $22,026
Certified used price: $24,997
MPG (city/hwy): 16/22

With the spaciousness and utility of a truck-based SUV, the 2008 Honda Pilot is a crossover that didn’t sacrifice a sedan’s handling nor fuel economy, thanks to the unibody construction.

From Pembroke Pines to Hollywood to Miami, you won't find a better value than at Rick Case. There's no greater reassurance than buying a certified used Honda from Rick Case Honda in Davie, FL, near Weston where you're guaranteed that each vehicle has surpassed a 150-point inspection, a free CARFAX report, Honda's "2009 Best Resale Value Award" from Kelley Blue Book and one of the best used warranties in the industry so you can drive off the lot feeling confident about your purchase. These warranties cover:
- Major engine and transmission components, except for standard maintenance items, body glass and interior.
- The repair or replacement of any covered part that is defective in material or workmanship under normal use. With a $0 deductible.
- Powertrain coverage for 7 years/100,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the vehicle's original in-service date.
- Non-Powertrain coverage for 12 months/12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the original warranty expiration date, or if the original warranty has expired, from the Honda Certified Used Cars purchase date.

Getting a car loan or other credit services, even bad credit financing, is easy with our online finance application and loan calculator. Being a part of the Rick Case family is a value all its own with the Rick Case Rewards Program, which earns points every time you drive in that can be used toward future purchases, services and exclusive discounts.

What's Hot, Cool, and Perfectly Affordable?

Honda is in the news again, and only days after posting Honda's best-ever JD Powers and Associates' Initial Quality Study, two Hondas also won places on Kelly Blue Book's 2011 list of "Coolest Cars under $18,000." The Honda Fit's versatility “remains an instantly unanimous choice for our annual cool cars list,” said the website editors of KBB.com. With 4 different seating configurations and a total cargo capacity of 57.3 feet,

About the 2012 Civic, they said “Good looking but not flashy, low maintenance and easygoing … but happy to be your partner in crime for any adventure.” What makes it so versatile? Virtually unlimited model and trim package combinations for almost every individual need - the Civic sedan and Civic coupe, high-performance Si versions of the sedan and coupe, the Civic hybrid sedan (with EPA ratings of 44 mpg city/44 mpg highway/44 mpg combined), the high-efficiency gasoline-only Civic HF sedan, and the Civic GX NGV—which runs on compressed natural gas and will be sold in all 50 states this year.

Honda has truly outdone itself with both vehicles, and there's no better place to go than to the largest-volume Honda dealership in the country, Rick Case Honda in Davie. Exclusively at Rick Case, every new Honda purchase comes with a free 10-year, 10-000 mile warranty, 5 years of 24/7 roadside assistance, free car washes for life... whether you're looking for new or used cars or you need the best service (and service specials!) in Fort Lauderdale and surrounding areas, there is no other place to look!

5 Different 2012 Civics, One Amazing Coupe!

A new kind of “Civic Revolution…” In a recent press release, Honda said:
“The all-new, ninth-generation 2012 Honda Civic, arriving at dealers nationwide starting on April 20, debuts with a new, sleek style and a fuel-efficient, technologically advanced lineup.”
…but which one? What Honda has really produced is a Civic revolution – 5 different Civics, each of which comes in different trim levels to suit your needs perfectly. All in all, if you’re interested in a 2012 Civic, it means your choice of over 10 driving experiences!

Music, Style, Performance – The words used to describe the Civic Coupe, but hardly sufficient to give you an idea of why the new 2012 Civic Coupe features are designed for the stylish road warrior who embraces technology on the cutting edge of communication, convenience, safety and efficiency:
• Available navigation system with voice recognition
• USB audio interface
• Customizable i-MID system (intelligent Multi-Information Display)
• 39 MPG Highway* with Eco Assist to help increase fuel efficiency
• Bluetooth HandsFreeLink with streaming audio
• ACE body structure
• VSA (VehicleStabilityAssist)
• Available FM traffic (visual display)
• 140 horsepower

That’s only the Civic Coupe. Whether you choose the EX, LX or EX-L trim level, there’s no need to question your audio experience, with up to 7 speakers, an auxiliary jack, MP3/WMA capability and even XM Radio. Some impressive EPA ratings have come from the weight-saving technologies, better aerodynamics and engine modifications – but you’ll be impressed cruising past the slow lane!
Honda calls the 2012 Civic a “personal sanctuary, concert hall and mobile communications hub all-in-one,” but don’t let it fool you when it comes to your most precious cargo. Vehicle Stability Assist actually senses when you understeer/oversteer, adjusting break power and engine power at each wheel to maintain control. The ACE body structure (Advanced Compatibility Engineering) uses a network of structural connections that distribute frontal crash energy away from you and around the car instead. Because of Honda’s safety philosophy, front, front side and side curtain airbags go without saying.
For a full tour of the 2012 Civic Coupe at the touch of your fingertips, visit Rick Case Honda’s online showroom where you can take a virtual seat in any of the new 2012 Civics, including the Civic Sedan, the Si Coupe or Sedan, the Civic Hybrid, and even the Civic HF. Download the brochures and, just like the Civic itself, enjoy the experience of an expert who will be happy to help you find the 2012 Civic that’s just right for your individual needs. Only at Rick Case Honda will you enjoy a free, 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty and 5 years of 24/7 roadside assistance with every new Honda purchase, not to mention free membership in the Rick Case Rewards program that gives you discount gas and free car washes for life, plus future savings every time you come in. To get you started, check out the $500 coupon on the homepage!
* 28 city/39 hwy/32 combined mpg for automatic transmission models. Based on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
** Eco Assist and the ECON button are trademarks of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., and may not be used or reproduced without prior written approval.

The 2011 Honda Odyssey Makes History

The 2011 Honda Odyssey just made history by becoming the first and only minivan to win the NHTSA’s (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) highest honor of 2011 Top Safety Pick. The Odyssey also won the highest achievable safety ratings for the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) and the NHTSA. Not only did it pass stringent testing for front, side, rear and rollover crashes in protecting vehicle occupants, it even passed the meticulous roof-strength test. The 2011 Odyssey was also one of the first vehicles to win the “Overall Vehicle Score” of 5 stars for crash scenarios, and 4 stars for the rollover rating as the federal New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), being applied for the first time to 2011 models. What makes the 2011 Odyssey so different? A lot, from under the hood to all around the body.

All 2011 Odysseys are built with the Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure, an elite body design that improves passenger safety and crash compatibility in frontal crashes through a network of structural connections that diminish the force headed for the passenger cabin. The minivan comes standard with Vehicle Stability Assist, traction control, Anti-Lock Braking System, driver’s frontside airbag, three-row side curtain airbags with rollover sensor, dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags and finally, a front passenger’s side airbag with an occupant detection system.

Increased interior functionality, more unique styling and better fuel economy have helped make the new Odyssey a winner among Honda and minivan drivers all around. Aside from more comfortable seating and a more powerful, efficient 3.5 liter i-VTEC engine that delivers 248 horsepower, there is a rear entertainment system with a 16.2” ultra-wide split-screen display and auxiliary HDMI video input. The “intelligent” i-MID (Multi-Information Display) has customizable wallpaper and integration of FM traffic data among many other features.

At Rick Case Honda, you get even more; all new Honda purchases come with a 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty, 5 years of 24/7 roadside assistance and free membership in the Rick Case Rewards program which lets you use points earned from each and every purchase or service toward discounts on future purchases or up to 10% off parts, services and accessories, discount gas and free car washes for life! Did we mention the $500 coupon on the homepage?

Honda Fit – Redefining Value in its Class

Don’t let the Honda Fit fool you… with its compact size and excellent fuel efficiency, you may be mistaken in thinking Honda cut corners on this sharp little road warrior. In fact, in the car that has the most cargo space of any vehicle in its class, Honda packed in so much value that the Honda Fit has taken the Consumer Reports title of 2011 Top Pick Budget Car. Furthermore, the Fit was ranked above over 200 other cars analyzed for value, and was proclaimed to have almost twice the value of the average vehicle model.

Even the base model includes air conditioning, full power accessories, keyless entry, cruise control, a telescoping/tilt wheel, the very useful 60/40 split seat and a sound system complete with USB/CD/auxiliary. The Honda Fit Sport model adds a wealth of both stylish and functional upgrades, ranging from alloy wheels, a underbody aero kit, rear spoiler and fog lights to an upgraded stereo system. The Sport model is also available with Satellite-Linked navigation with Voice Recognition on a 6.5” screen with over 7 million points of interest.

The bottom line? Starting between $16K - $17K, the Honda Fit is fit with more style and value than most vehicles, both in the Honda’s lineup and throughout other manufacturers, and has outranked countless vehicles in other classes. It may be a “budget” car, but there’s nothing cheap about it!

Buy your new fit at Rick Case, the only dealership where your purchase comes with a 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty and 5 years of 24/7 roadside assistance. With free membership in the Rick Case Rewards Program, you’ll see discounts on purchases, service, parts, accessories and discount gas, not to mention free car washes for life! Especially with Honda’s Big Thing Sales Event happening now, there’s never been a better time to check out our online inventory and Certified Pre-Owned Hondas.

The Rick Case Group Again Sponsored the Coral Springs Relay for Life

Rick Case Automotive Group, your friendly car dealer group for Acura, Audi, Honda, Hyundai, Mazda and Mitsubishi cars in Ohio, Georgia and South Florida regions, was proud to sponsor and celebrate the Coral Springs Relay for Life on January 27, 2011 from 6:00 to 9:00pm at The Coral Springs Melting Pot.

The Coral Springs Relay for Life is an annual fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. The American Cancer Society Relay’s For Life is a life-changing event gives everyone in Second Life a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease.

There was a celebratory dinner, including a fantastic meal and many luxurious raffle prizes for the occasion. The tickets were priced at $35 per person, with $10 from each going to Relay for Life, which provided attendees a four course dinner including a cheese fondue course, gourmet salad, entree and chocolate fondue to top it off.

The Rick Case Automotive Group, since its inception, has been a pillar in every community in which business is conducted. From the annual Hyundai’s Hope on Wheels Tour to its very own Bikes for Kids program, the automotive group does just about as much to help the community as they do to sell cars.

Honda Civic Hybrid and Fit Named Among ‘Top 5 Best Compact 2009 Used Cars for Fuel Efficiency’

Nowadays, people are buying used cars more than ever and many car dealerships are now offering special deals on used cars. Quality used cars are in great demand now and they are no longer the last priority on the lot. Recently when Autotropolis, one of the trusted online resources for new and used cars, came out with the list of “Top 5 Best Compact 2009 Used Cars for Fuel Efficiency”, there was a lot of buzz. Rick Case Davie Honda, your neighborhood Fort Lauderdale Honda dealership, knows that used Honda cars, including the Civic Hybrid and Fit, have caught the attention of people who choose more affordable 2009 used cars over the premium of new cars in the market today. Quality used cars can save drivers thousands of dollars without any real loss in quality or reliability – especially when they’re coming from America’s largest volume Honda dealer!

Going in for a used 2009 Honda Civic Hybrid is an intelligent choice because it delivers an estimated 40 mpg in the city and 45 mpg on the highway. It is one of the most popular compact cars of all time, and the Civic Hybrid is worth every penny as it is a well-equipped non-luxury vehicle with standard features like automatic climate control, a 6-speaker audio system, speed-sensitive volume control and sunroof.

A used 2009 Honda Fit is a good buy thanks to its engaging combination of engine performance and interior comfort. It is highly valued for its base features whether new or used. All Fit models are equipped with complete power accessories, air conditioning and a stereo system with CD and MP3 player. Its “Magic Seat” is well known for versatile storage capacity. The Fit delivers an estimated at 28 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.

Visit Rick Case Honda in Davie and explore the world of new and used Honda cars… the $500 coupon on the homepage is your first step! You can find a number of used 2009 Honda cars including a huge stock of quality used cars of other brands in the pre-owned inventory as well. Don’t forget, any purchase or service at Rick Case gains you free membership in the Rick Case Rewards Program, which provides discounts on everything from future purchases to 10% off service and parts with reward points! What else is only at Rick Case? A discount gas station, free car washes for life, and with every new Honda purchase comes a 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty and 5 years of 24/7 roadside assistance!