1988 Honda Accord LX review from North America
"Great used car for college kids"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket cracked at about 185k.
Needed to be realigned twice in the past 2 1/2 years.
Headlights will not flip open if closed.
Radio/speakers go out randomly (especially when accelerating or breaking suddenly).
Drivers seat has developed an uncomfortable bulge.
Axle broke, causing a clanking noise at about 191k.
Dome and glove box lights do not work.
General comments?
Runs at its best when traveling at highway speeds (60-70mph)
Does not accelerate any faster when gas petal is depressed deeply compared to when it is depressed slightly, which seems to save on the noise and strain of engine.
Steering/handling is smooth, even on bumpy roads.
Heater is very quick to produce heat in winter.
Car does not overheat at all, even in summer afternoon traffic.
Good gas mileage (About 30mpg highway)
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| Good beginners car, yet very temperamental. |
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| 1987 - Accord LX 4 door 2.0 carburated These are excellent cars, but can only take so much abuse |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 V Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 167000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 193000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 9th September, 2003 |