2004 Honda Civic

I bought my car on e-bay. It is my first time to buy a car without test drive or even see it before I buy on the internet. Basically, I had to trust everything what is it says on the e-bay.

I think the car dealer did fine job but the auto shipping companies. They are very unreliable and terrible. As a matter of fact, I am still waiting for my car. It has not left first origin yet. It is not e-bay or car dealer's problem. It is the auto shipping company's problem.

I tried to use Countrywide Auto Transport but they have never picked up my car from the car dealer over 10 days from scheduled pick up date. They cannot pick my car up less than 7 days after I ordered and paid the money. I had to cancel this sipping. Because I lost faith with Countrywide. I already lost 17 days with them for nothing.

Ordered on 5/11/09 (Order number 86344)
Pick up date 5/18/09 (Never did for 11 days)
Order cancelled on 5/29/09

17 DAYS LOSS!!! with Countrywide auto transport!


And then, I tried to use DAS because they said "DAS (Dependable Auto Shipper) is the E-bay motors preferred auto shipping company." Is that true??? I would never agree with them from my experience. May be they did good job in the past but not now.

I ordered to DAS to ship my car on 5/28/09. (order number 21045386)

They picked up my car from the car dealer on 5/30/09 but it has not departed from 1st DAS terminal even today.

When I ordered this sipping, they told me they have their own truck to ship but when I called DAS customer service 3 days ago, they told me they have no trucks available to ship in the area at this moment. That is unacceptable. They should have not to take my order and the money when I ordered because they have no trucks!!!

It takes forever to see my car after purchased my car on e-bay. I have not seen it even today!!

Shipping ordered on 5/28/09 with expedite shipping service ($250 extra cost)

5/30/09
scheduled pick up had been made.

6/2/09
Called customer service because car is still in their terminal.

6/3/09 Called customer service.
They told me they have no trucks available.

6/4/09 Called customer service.
They told me my car will be loaded on the truck today.

6/5/09 Called customer service.
They told me my car will be loaded on the truck anytime.

6/6/09 Unable to reach customer service due to weekend.

Original scheduled delivery is 6/8/09.
How is that happens???

What kind of action do you suggest me to make? File a police report for stolen car by DAS? Because they took my money up front and my car, then kept it in their control for nothing. My original estimated time for delivery was 6/8/09.

I am having terrible experience with the auto shipping company now. I need your help to solve this terrible situation.

DAS is really an e-bay preffered auto shipping company still?
I disagree.

Please disregard overall satisfaction at this moment because I am sitll waiting for my car to deliver. It takes forever.

Don't know about this car, the guy was a scam. would like to see E-Bay keep people like that from ever getting back on E-Bay. I almost lost my money, I was just a little too wise for them otherwise I would have.

The car was a great value, the seller was just great. Everything about this purchase was a good experience. No communication problems seller worked well with processing sale of high dollar item. Seller made good on his word and made every effort to make the process a success. This is a Five star ebayer.
Highly Recommend, 110%.

With gas prices choking the American dream to death, it was time to wrestle my 100 mile round-trip work commute to the ground once and for all. After much research I settled on the Civic Hybrid, based on it's superior ride and good mileage ratings. I had test drove a Toyota Prius, and while the ride was OK, I found the road noise less than bearable and the general design and workmanship in the interior lacking. I have owned many a Toyota (Corolla, Previa, (2)4Runners, Tacoma) and Honda (Civic, Odyssey, CR-V), and general prefer Toyotas.

I bought a 2004 Civic Hybrid sedan on eBay. Arizona car with 58,000 miles. I drove it back to NY (2,430 miles) in 48 hours. The car was great in every way:

Mileage: Overall, I got 42.7 MPG, and that was averaging 75+ MPH with A/C blasting. The last 480 mile leg, from outside Columbus OH to my home saw 50.7 MPG, which included a 30 minute interstate crawl at 5 MPH due to an accident. Drove it to work today (46 miles) with fresh fill-up and got 52.4 MPG. Nice!

Comfort: It is a small car but even with this marathon trip with hardly any stops I was comfortable. I am 5'9". Hard to sleep in the back :) A/C works well, all the controls are within easy reach and intuitive.

Handling: Like all Civics, it handles like a dream. Very nimble with adequate dampening, even with the relatively sporty (stiff) suspension.

Performance: Not a drag racer but more than adequate off the line. Cruises effortlessly.

Style: The 2nd generation (2006 on) looks cooler inside and out, but this generation (2003-2005) is OK. Other than the HYBRID badges you would think it was a regular civic. Mine is white with nice tinted windows to combat the AZ sun; looks sharp. Interior is black and tan, so looks great with the white and black exterior. Antenna mounted on front center roof would have been better in the back like the 2nd gens.

Room: Me and the 5'9"" wife and two kids (12 and 10) fit easily. Truck space is not bad at all. We all agreed this will be out vacation car (instead of the 2003 4Runner) since it is roomy enough and comfortable enough for our long ( 300-700 mile)drives.

Price: I paid $13,650. The AZ car looked brand new underneath, exterior, and engine. The interior had a few scuffs, but mostly pristine. I calculate that after I put 100,000 of my own miles on it (4-5 years) I can sell it for at least $4000, and thus it will have paid for itself assuming gas averages $4/gallon!

Remember, I have only owned this for a few days. Previous owner loved it. We'll see!

It was in excellent condition. Description of vehicle was accurate. Seller was very honest and cooperative. I am very happy with purchase as it saved money and time.

I just bought this car over the weekend from a dealer in Chicago. Very nice little car, but with some damage. Vehicle made it back with no problems. Great little car for gas milage, especially with gas prices at $3.50/gal.

Purchased for the gas mileage and absolutely love it! I get an average of 42 mpg but I get a lot more if I watch it. Very good car.

Love almost everything about it.

Niggles?
Low level heating is mid-level not foot-level. No drop-down rear seats.

Performance?
Regularly get better than 40+ mpg hwy. 50 mpg if I travel at a steady 55 mph. The CVT is smooooth, and the IMA gives the kick of a donkey and provides tremendous acceleration and hill climbing performance.


Good sound (no mp3/wma) and quiet ride.

Reliable. Regular 10K services.