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In May 2004 I purchased a new Honda Civic 1.6 Executive automatic and I have so far enjoyed 64,000 miles trouble free motoring. The car is in immaculate condition and has a full Hondacare Service history. I would like to know the make/type autobox fitted to this car and information on CVT and DSG transmissions. Finally, what price could I reasonably expect to ask for this car in a private sale and also a trade-in price against a new car.

Asked on 24 April 2010 by R.M., Bangor

Answered by Honest John

It has a 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission. You can get a similar box in a KIA cee'd, KIA Venga, Hyundai i10, Hyundai i20, Hyundai i30, Nissan Note or Renault Modus. There's quite strong demand for the old Civic 1.6 Exec auto. You should get £5,000.

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