1989 Honda Accord LXi review from North America
"Reliable, quick, economical - Great car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced oil filter O-Ring.
Slight coolant leak, possible cracked head gasket.
General comments?
I love this car. The engine is peppy and has great pull, and the handling is spectacular. It's a very comfortable ride, though not as comfortable as my previous car (1986 Camry). The engine note is utterly beautiful, has a much more aggressive growl than your normal 120 horsepower engine. The fact that it's still running beautifully after 213,000+ miles of abuse is a testament to the amazing quality of these cars. You simply can't go wrong with any Accord, especially a 3rd-generation fuel injected one.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 EFI Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 208125 miles |
| Most recent distance | 213373 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 8th November, 2003 |

