Faults:

When I first got the car, I noticed the car would slightly chug I higher speeds or going up hill. And after that happened the PGM-FI light would come on. So I instantly thought something was wrong with the PGM Fuel Injection right? Well, turns out my Oxygen 2 sensor was all worn out and was reading a bad fuel backup reading. So, I installed a new O2 sensor and it ran like a beauty all over again.

Another thing, when I bought the car, the guy told me It was in perfect running condition. Well, as we all know, people lie to sell their stuff. I noticed the clutch would slip every so often, so I dreaded the fact I would have to replace the clutch. I took it in to a local repair shop, and they noticed that my tire ends and rods were also giving out, and that would explain the terrible shake it had while driving 75 mph or faster. So, a week and a half later, they put in a new clutch and tire rods and ends, ROBBING me of 850 bucks. That may not seem a lot to some of you older folks, but for me, I'm only 17 and the trees around my house only grow leaves... not 100 dollar bills.

After a couple of months, I figured I would have some fun on the pavement, and I stupidly decided to whip a rockford on the highway. Word of advice 86-89 Honda owners... Don't do that! The joint will bust clean off on what ever side your coming around on.

General Comments:

This car is one of the most comfortable rides I have ever taken.

I love the fact that it's and older five speed manual. It just seems the older manuals seem to have a more smoother shift than the new ones, like it doesn't have plastic brackets in it.

The small stock size tires, don't handle well on wet gravel or ice. Even though it does go through the snow nicely, it just catches all the time when your on the wet gravel. So pay attention when you drive!

Always wear your seat belt and never drink and drive folks.

Faults:

Had to replace the fuel filter, fuel injectors, drain the gas tank (it was sitting for a while) fix the right headlight, and some body work.

General Comments:

Awsome car, fast, reliable, good on gas.

Highly recommended!

Faults:

A/c is out

Factory stereo did not work

Needed rear shocks.

General Comments:

I bought this car 5 months ago with a damage front end for $150, I was looking for a "beater" car, something that would get better gas mileage than my mustang gt. I fixed the front end with junk yard parts for about $100. The engine has about 260k on it and it still runs strong, not one bit of smoke. The transmission still shifts great. The a/c did not work when I got it so I just took it out. But other than that there are not any other problems, this car was well maintained.

Faults:

All things considered, my Honda ran excellently. The only "problem" was that it needed an A/C charge. I do not consider that to be a major issue in terms of reliability; that is merely a nice convenience.

Major issues? The car did not have any. The transmission slightly jerked when I put it gear, but it shifted smoothly.

General Comments:

This car was my first car. I bought it because it was cheap ($1,200 cash, 6/2004), it had good reviews, and because of the renown this car gets for reliability and economy.

I did not own the car very long, but I do think that I got to know it fairly well. I drove it from southern Indiana to Chicago several times in the dead of summer, and it ran great. It always started. It can keep up with ease at highway speeds of 70mph+. They are very peppy too.

It consistently got 30+ MPG. All it really needed was a wheel alignment! I am a Mercedes diesel enthusiast, but as far as gasoline cars are concerned, I firmly believe that old Honda's (not sure about new yet) are GREAT cars. You may hear a horror story here and there, but the VAST MAJORITY, say upwards of 90%+, of all Honda's are very reliable and economical. Also, they are very cheap and easy to repair. If you are considering buying one, I would highly recommend it. I am an automotive enthusiast and self taught mechanic, and would pick this car over many out there, especially over an American brand auto.

If you have any questions, post it and I will try to respond ASAP,