1999 Honda Accord Type R review from UK and Ireland
"A high Performance cash bleeder"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Warning! Honda Accord Type R's on S, T and V plates Will cost you a lot of money.
Faults:
5th gear selector fork must be replaced along with synchro ring and other parts, ask your Honda dealer about the technical bulletin. This becomes evident when you shift into 5th above 4500 rpm.
Major fault with cam belt tensioners.
Electric window motors fail.
Axle Joints fail and cause loud road noise.
Car must be run on 98 unleaded.
Xenons do not auto adjust after time correctly.
Eats tyres.
Known manifold problems.
General comments?
Do not buy one.
Honda will not recall the gearbox fault. They expect you to pay for it.
Nice.
VTEC engine is only up point.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 44000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 46000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 6th February, 2004 |