1993 Acura Legend review from North America
"Amazing, but Frustrating"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Where should I begin?!
This car WAS a dream. I loved my Legend... but more recently I have come to hate it. In the past 2 years I have had so many problems with my car.
-Replaced Battery
-Brake Lights stay on--replaced the relay
-Replaced Manifold Gasket covers
-Replaced Driver's outside door handle
-Replaced Radiator
-Replaced a relay for the computer so my car would actually start (it would die or not start)
-A/C is broke--won't blow
-Door lock 'clicked' for a long time (the actuator), now the driver's side is completely broken
-Possible oil leak
-Headlights used to cut out or not turn on
-6 disc CD player never worked for me
-Stereo stopped working (made loud screeching noises off and on before that though)
-Ignition broke--key won't turn (would lock up at times, but could still get it loose)
-Window locks button fell off, now only the driver side window goes down
-Passenger seat back somewhat broke--doesn't lock in place properly
-Cigarette Lighter doesn't work
-Side mirror doesn't turn all the way
-Trunk seal needs replaced--leaks when it rains
-Leather on seats ripped and worn badly
-Paint coming off--spots & fading all over.
General comments?
I am a college student so I admit at some times I didn't take the "best" care of my car. But I did wash it, and get oil changes and try to take care of it the best I could with the time and money available to me.
I love how this car drives. It is fast and comfortable to ride in (unless you're in the backseat... which is fairly small). It is really frustrating to me that my Legend is now falling apart. It is one thing after another that I have to fix. I don't know if I am unlucky or my car is just a lemon. I wish it was in better condition because I really do like this car.
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![]() ![]() | Best Acura I've driven, and I've now owned two Legends! |
![]() ![]() | It is said that I spend more time taking care of my car than on my health |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 87000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 110000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Probe |
| Date of Entry | 15th June, 2006 |

