So I am looking at purchasing a 2008 Honda Civic Lx with 52000 miles. This will be for my daughters to drive. I was all set to get it but started to do some reading which has made me hesitant. First there is an extended warranty on this vehicle for 10 years (will expire 06/18) for the possibility of a cracked engine block which results in coolant leaking into engine. Apparently there have been quite a few so they extended the warranty to 10 years. Next I found out that in this particular model in some cases people have been having to replace brakes and tires as early as every 7500-15000 miles due to faulty rear arm controls. Other years of these things include 2006-2009. I know that probably sold millions of these and my concern may be for nothing but if I am going to pay $10,000 for a vehicle I don't want to have to replace brakes and tires every year or possibly a new engine if it failed after the warranty (06/08). So do any of you out there have a Honda Civic in the year 2008 and if so what have been your feelings about it. I know ultimately I need to decide for myself, just trying to see what others have to say other than the reviews I have already read online.. Thanks!