1992 Honda Accord EX from North America - Comments

The front end developed a shake when the brakes were applied shortly after I purchased the vehicle, and replacement of the rotors, rotors & bearings, and brake pads have failed to get rid of the matter. I replaced the front struts at 180,000 miles, and am on my third timing belt, though it has never failed. I did recently replace the bottom end gaskets and the oil filter boss gasket to eliminate lower end oil leaks. I have never had a mechanic tune the engine or make any adjustments to the vehicle. I do all of my own repairs and have not had any mechanical failures that have left me out of the vehicle to this point. I have had the common rust problem that I see that the other Accords have at the rear edge of the rear wheel opening on the quarter panels. I have replaced the water pump once with the timing belt because it looked like it might be a good idea at the time, though it hadn't failed yet. And I have replaced the A/C condenser because a stone ruptured the coils, and the radiator was replaced because it started to leak out at the bottom of the core.

I bought the car for the reliability and fuel mileage concerns. Both have lived up to my expectations. The vehicle has been extremely reliable and averages 32 mpg for all of my driving. My job requires that I travel a bit throughout the state, and this car has been one of my best write-offs. I am impressed that the starter, alternator and other general maintenance issues generally associated with vehicle ownership have not been any problems yet. I change my engine oil every 2,500 miles, the oil filter every other oil change, and transmission oil every 10,000 miles. It's a four cylinder, so I do not expect this vehicle to be categorized as a performance vehicle, but I understand it can be modified if so desired. I am also amazed at the condition of the seat covers at this point - for as much as I get in and out of the vehicle, I would understand if the seat edge were worn or even tore, but to this day, the material does not indicate any significant wear issues.

I had Accord 91 first, and same: very impressed, now with ‘99 good run continues (since new). Whatever happens now: 100 000 miles on it, it's life, but I know that in all likelihood I'll be a one happy owner for some time.