1987 Acura Legend Reviews - Page 4 of 4

Only have had the car for about 9 months. Had the alternator go out without warning, and a few very, very minor electrical inconveniences

The nicest car that I have ever owned and it rides like it is 3 years old, not 14. Incredible to be in such great shape after all of this time.

It still has a great deal of power, and rides very comfortable on the highway and in the city with very little engine noise.

The biggest problem we have with the car is the valve gaskets have needed to be replaced every 20,000 miles since the car hit 97,000 miles.

Generally, the car has been inexpensive to maintain.

We have done all the recommeded maintenance.

At 150,000 miles, we had to put about $2,000.00 to replace items that were wearing out.

Other than the valve gaskets, we have been very pleased with the car.

Not a lot has gone wrong on the car although the transmission does perform like it might need a new one in about 6 months or so. Plus the brakes squeak.

For a 1987 everything works! That's what I love about the car!!!

Not bad for a first car!

The car is almost as old as I am.

Me 16/car 14, WOW!!

Poor leather.

Fuel filler neck.

Bits o' rust.

Dash electricals.

Front CV axles and joints.

Upper control arm.

Moon roof leak.

I love this car... for the year and price I paid for it, it was worth it.

It is the best driving, smoothest, comfortable car of the era.

I guess it could use a little more power, but it is not a sports car, it is a luxury sedan.

If you are in the market for luxury car on a tight budget that looks like it was built in 1995, find a Legend if you can, they sell quick.

Had to have the transmission replaced.

Suspension replaced.

Minor repair to the radiator.

This is the best car I've ever driven. For a car with 200K miles, it handles better than newer cars. No slipping on icy or rain-slickened roads.

Solid car. Feel very safe inside this car.

Quiet ride. Quality interior, not a plastic/cheesy appearance.

Brakes.

CV joints.

Struts.

Fog lights.

Oil leak.

Lifters.

Electricals in the dash.

Overall the car has been one of my favorites.

A little too expensive to maintain.

The engine is 13 years old and the engine still has a lot of power.

I will drop money into the car because in my opinion it is worth it.

I've replaced the shocks with less mushy ones for better stability. Front wheel bearings were worn, rotors and pads worn, muffler replaced. Other than those wear items, just maintenance.

After 13 years on the road this car is still fast and quiet with great comfort and handling for a car of its size. Stomp on the pedal and as the revs climb those 24 valves kick in like a turbo (without the turbo related problems). All the gadgets and mechanicals still work solidly. Corners solidly with only minimal understeer. Contrary to some other reviews here I don't think there are so many 160k mile cars out there that still run practically like new. No rust on mine. Unfortunately parts that do have to be replaced can be relatively expensive. It's a high quality car that balances performance with comfort and comes with all the goodies.

RUST, RUST, & RUST. 5 speed transmission is a joke, knocks out of gears. Tons of electrical, fuel, & computer problems. Recalled 3 times for unknown problems (dealer would not tell me, you know it's bad when that happens). Leaks lots of oil from various places (I have never seen a Honda that doesn't). Front suspension weak, had to replace tie rods & more 2 times. All these problems & it only has 80,000 miles. Did I mention RUST?

Only good thing is it does have room for 4-5 people + luggage. Not built very sturdy. Just because it's made from Honda, does not mean it's any good. Its a medium sized family cruiser (not a Lincoln Town Car by far), not sporty at all (the 4 doors gives it away). Cure: Buy a real car.