1986 Acura Legend review from North America
"A car of dreams"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The heater hose tore. I had to replace it, so I did out of my pocket.
The heater hose tore because the temperature gasket was stuck and wouldn't open, this cause the engine to overheat.
Replaced the engine with a 2.5 from a 1987 Legend.
Then the radiator started having problems, I flushed it twice and had it sealed.
This problem with the radiator continued, when I was about to change it my cousin wrecked it.
General comments?
Well as we all know 1986 was the first year of production, so I have to say this car made it a long way up until 2002.
I love this car even though it's wrecked outside my house right now, but it's going to get fixed.
I even bought another Legend (88) when I was having problems with the engine on my this one.
I have to say that as soon as I get a chance I am going to buy another Legend hopefully a (93-95) sedan, with all the power options.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 115000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 170000 miles |
| Previous car | Acura Legend |
| Date of Entry | 19th April, 2002 |

