Faults:

Engine fixed to stop emissions, new thermostat, timing belt replaced. All up we've spent maybe $600 on the car to fix it. She cost $1500 in the first place.

Add to this standard things like tyres being replaces etc.

The door handle was ruined by a friend, who also reversed into her without looking and broke the visor: (It took 3 months to fix the car due to there being a severe shortage of parts apparently.)

The interior is looking a little worn, but that happens with time, plus there is a very small oil leak that's been there for years.

General Comments:

This car was bought in an emergency, and has in 5 years broken down once ever (thermostat). This is the second time someone in the family has owned an Accord of this age, and I am surprised at what a reliable little car it's been. We've used it when other (newer) cars have had problems, and she's even had to tow a Commodore station wagon (large car) before. It's travelled all over the countryside, and was driven 1500 kilometres in one trip. I can't stress enough how loyal and reliable this little car has been.

Obviously, the comfort of larger, newer cars is just not there, and I realise that age is very soon going to catch up with her, so as of next year, she will be retired to suburbia where she can live out the rest of her days driving to the shops and back.

I couldn't recommend a car like this more, we've never had a problem with brakes, steering or rust, and most importantly, she's never come back from a service with the mechanics concerned for the safety of the car.

Faults:

Carb died at around 95k; replaced it with a Weber 2bbl, and it still passed emissions! Everything works except the ac, which died in a front-end wreck.

General Comments:

Current condition is sad for a beloved Honda. The worst thing on the planet is a hurting Honda. It's been in 8 known accidents, only 4 our fault. If it were not for the damage and the New England rust, we'd be driving it. The engine is strong and the tranny has been rebuilt and runs superbly. Wish I could pass on to someone who wants to keep their s running a little while longer. The clock is most remarkable; has never lost a minute. I starts well, even at -22F, although we are now living in Georgia. Handled well in all respects. If I could buy one today I'd do it in a heartbeat. It is hard to let go of a friend that has never failed you once. Drives fine, but needs some expensive brake work; I have to draw the line somewhere.

Faults:

This car was really reliable and dependable, but it burned a lot of oil and finally the transmission started to go. Parts were cheap and the engine was easy to fix.

General Comments:

I recommend a Honda to any car owner.