1988 Acura Legend LS review from North America
"An exceptional car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Previous owner replaced Air Conditioning Compressor under warranty.
I replaced left axle seal at 96000 miles.
Left door handle at 116000.
Right rear window motor failure at 137000 miles.
Alternator at 148000.
Replace Timing Belt at 150000 miles.
Replaced the radio/tape player.
Brakes all around at 184000.
O2 Sensor replace twice, once under 100000 miles and once at 192000.
Engine hood struts not working at 150000 miles.
On balance routine repairs, tires, brakes. Cost of parts higher than average.
Leather seats, showing wear on drivers side.
Car still drives and looks great.
General comments?
My Legend Coupe ranks as the best car I have ever owned. Exceeding my 85 Honda and my 29 Model A Ford and the other 26 lesser cars.
This Legend still gets looks, right along side far newer cars that cost ten times more than the $6,700 that I paid for it in June of 1996.
I bought it from a friend, who regrets selling the car, especially as the year's role by.
Not only does it drive like a sports car in town, but the ride is smooth on the open road.
The bucket seats and console give the feel of a true luxury car.
The Legend is a legend in its own time. A classic all around! A real collector's car that you can actually drive everywhere.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.7L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 91503 miles |
| Most recent distance | 198805 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Legend |
| Date of Entry | 31st May, 2004 |