This is a very reliable car
O2 sensor went bad.
Automatic seatbelt on the passenger side broke, covered by Honda lifetime warranty.
Burning/leaking oil.
This car is great on gas.
Handles very well.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 19th March, 2004
If one is in the market for an economical and reliable sports car, this is it!
The engine had a "knock" when cold ever since I owned it.
It started to burn oil and developed a minor oil leak at about 230,000k.
Sometimes, as I am trying to start it, the engine light will go on, thus not allowing it to start. I then have to give it a lot of gas for it to eventually start.
Other than the above mentioned "quirks", it is an excellent car!
It is economical, handles like a sports car, and VERY reliable!
I LOVE IT!!!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 24th February, 2004
The Accord is a great value in a used car
This was a gem of a used car. A fussy original owner did everything in the book, on time, with the dealer. And, he had it oiled just about every year. So, it was almost like new after 11 Canadian winters.
Rocker cover oil seals at the plugs were gone and replaced by dealer at time of sale. 189km.
Front rotors and pads replace by dealer at time of sale. 189K km.
Transmission began making a whine because of a low oil level at 200K Km. Worst of the noise was put right with a fluid flush, but the noise never went away altogether.
Failed smog test at 210K km. It was put right with a new catalytic converter - $600 CAD.
Air conditioner condenser and dryer went at 220K km - $740 CAD.
A host of interior parts failed all at once including: both door handles that cracked and failed to function; rear-view mirror became loose; heater control cable. Dealer charged $45 CAD for each plastic handle, wanted $100 CAD for a new mirror, and were not interested in fixing the heater.
The plastic interior parts were stamped "made in USA". Honda has always got this stuff right before. Now they are just like all the rest- crappy.
CV joints on both sides are on the way out at 239K km.
The windshield has about 5 chips in it - way more than anything else I've ever driven. It's a rock magnet.
The Accord is one of the best cars around. Its sporty, comfortable, and handles very well.
If the maintenance is done there is never a doubt about getting where you want to go. And, the car holds up very well.
It has adequate everything. There are only three things I don’t like.
It shifts roughly. The auto-box on Hondas has always been a weak point.
It slips around badly in winter.
And, the alloy wheels leak air and there is no fix for this - just keep pumping.
I got 530K km out of an ‘87 Civic with no major overhauls. This one will go farther than that in way more style. Not bad for $5K CAD.
Not getting a car oil-sprayed is "car abuse" if you live in snow country. With it - a 13 year old car can be at its half-life point.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 19th October, 2003
You get what you pay for
The car just leaks a little oil here and there, but it's no big deal, it's because the block is so old.
Other than that, it's fine.
This car does handle well due to me lowering the suspension.
The motor isn't all that bad.
I can keep up with stock V6 Mustangs until 3rd gear.
It really has no low-end torque. The motor starts making power close to its redline.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 8th August, 2003
Extreme reliability and economy with a little powerful something under the hood
There have been no serious problems with my 1990 Honda Civic Hatchback. In fact the only troublesome problem I have had with the car is some minor rusting. This is especially the case with the rocker panels. The previous owners had the car rust-protected and therefore, has kept this problem at bay. I also had a clicking noise in the axle that turned out to be a worn CV joint. This is common maintenance for older cars. Also having a problem with a minor water leak near the rear tail lights when it rains.
The car is responsive (especially for a 13 yr-old car.
The gas mileage is excellent, which is great considering recent fuel price increases.
The car retains a modern look despite its age. In other-words, it fits in well with its newer counterparts.
The reliability of this Honda product has been reinforced once again.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 1st April, 2003
21st Jun 2003, 09:36
I have the same leak problem in my tail-lights, except mine isn't minor - it makes them look like aquariums, without the fish... but I fixed it with some liquid rubber sealant. What bugs me now is rust deposits on the front brake rotors (top), it makes for very noisy braking. Otherwise the car is a fine one, like Steven said, still trendy in spite of the age, great engine, handling is fun.