By Gregg (206.98.242.105) on Friday, July 20, 2001 - 12:26 pm:

I am looking at this 78' 1200 hatchback. I've never owned a honda but I know they can run forever. this particular one has 94k miles, 2nd owner, recent body work done. and he is asking $600. I don't have any pics but if this is in any kind of shape how much does it cost to keep these things running? Where should I look for weak spots, and questions to ask. Tranny, engine???? Thanks Gregg in Maine

By Anonymous (24.67.176.212) on Friday, July 20, 2001 - 02:11 pm:

For $600 how can you go wrong?

By Anonymous (24.67.176.212) on Sunday, July 22, 2001 - 08:31 pm:

Hey Gregg Early Hondas are fairly low cost to keep going and most OEM parts are still available.As far as weak spots go, good questions to ask would be : head gasket replaced? timing belt replaced?camshaft?clutch,CV axles,wheel bearings,struts,ball joints. These cars are fun to drive and if you've never owned a Honda I doubt that you will be disappointed once you do!

By Richard Nasr (Admin) (216.232.79.145) on Monday, July 23, 2001 - 10:22 am:

SORRY I HAD TO RENAME YOUR TITLE WITHOUT THE APOSTROPHE AFTER THE "78" BECAUSE IT WAS MESSING UP THE JAVASCRIPT ON THE BOARD.