1996 Acura 1.6 EL Sport review from North America

The driver's door lock actuator wore out.

I've replaced the front brake pads and calipers, 2 timing belts (regular maintenance). I had the water pump done with the second timing belt, although the dealer said that they (water pumps) never wear out and it didn't need to be done. I wanted to be protected against sudden failure in the country. The original battery was replaced two years ago - and I still use it in another car.

This car has been bulletproof for me.

I spend 2 - 5 hours a day in it (highway) and I find it comfortable at all times. It handles highway / mountain roads without fault. It is still solid and rattle - free.

The gas mileage is amazing - 5.6 L / 100 km (similar to my motorcycle).

No rust.

No wear in fabric, or interior surfaces. (I do clean and amour-all regularly).

I do find the cost of replacing the summer tires expensive - they are rated as performance units... If I was to do it again I would by aftermarket rims in a 14" diameter (as the steelies I put my winters on).