1989 Honda Accord LX-i review from North America

Replaced original CV joints @ 180k.

Replaced 2 fuel injectors @ 180k.

Replaced original alternator @ 220k.

Replaced original radiator @ 253k (due to accident)

Replaced head gasket @ 275k.

Replaced original starter @ 298k.

Other than that, it's just been regular routine timing belts/drive belts, fluid changes, tune up items, and other consumables.

This car is amazing! The extreme reliability is just one of those things that makes you say, how do they do that? The car is still on the original engine, original manual transmission, and even the original clutch, all of which still work like new. Currently at 311,000 miles, the engine and transmission leak/burn no oil whatsoever, and it runs like brand new. Never once left me stranded or failed to start, and it's still perfectly reliable to take me anywhere I want to go. I also average right around 30 mpg, with my highest being 34.5.

Handling is excellent, especially for a sedan. The speed sensitive power steering is very crisp and agile with no play at all. It rides so smooth and quiet on the highway that I often catch myself going a bit faster than I should be.

Interior is well laid out, easy to accommodate to, and most of all comfortable. Even after driving 5 days straight from Illinois to Colorado and back, and then later, 2 days from Illinois to south Florida, I wasn't sore or fatigued at all.

Overall I believe the 3rd gen Accord is still a great car. You can pick them up for fairly cheap, and know that you'll be able to count on it for many miles to come. If this car ever does decide to finally die, which I don't think will be anytime soon, I will most definitely be purchasing another Accord. Honda has won my trust!