Hi mate, i think it all comes down to which ever car you like.. Do you like the civic more or the integra im sure you like one over the other by an inch or so.
If i was you i'd go look at the integra first since its in canberra, then also go have a look at the civic since is a 99 model and done only 87xxxks thats pretty good.
If your unsure best of to check both cars on revs to see if either of them has been in an accident. Also you can bring a mechanic to come with you to inspect i.e nrma inspector or a mechanic you know of.
Otherwise if you don't have that extra cash to spend on an inspector, these are the things i would check for.
1.Interior good condition if theres any major scuffs or scratches on the inside panels.
2. Check tyres to see how much tread is left you don't want to buy a car and end up spending afew more hundred for new tyres.
3. A must for every car check wheel alignment
4. Check undercarriage if you can for any big dents/holes/rusting to oil sump,extractors,exhaust etc etc
5. Make sure all lights are working, indicators left/right, brake lights, front lights and rear and also high beam.
6. Pop up the hood and check oil condition, good clean oil will make your car last longer.
7. I know its a bit corny but you should check if the wipers work too.
8. Usually when i go to look at older cars i always look at the paint work properly, if its a fresh respray you won't need to worry. But on older cars in time they tend to fade,crack,peel and rust away eating the metal shell. So it's good to check that too so you can get it fixed.
9.Be on the ball don't be shy to ask for a better price if you see things that need to be fixed in order to get the car driving from a day to day basis.
10.Ask them how often do they service the car and if they have any receipts or records of it.
Good luck buddy! i hope i covered most of it for ya.
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