1988 Honda Accord LX-i review from North America
"Great little ride with some power to go. Not bad for $1375.00 cash"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I first bought the car, it needed a valve cover gasket. I replaced it the second day I owned it.
Also the CV joints were shot. I also replaced them on the second day of ownership.
About two weeks later, two hoses busted and coolant sprayed everywhere. Fixed that problem with two new hoses on the side of the road, only took a screwdriver and about thirty minutes.
Power antenna broke and I just replaced it with a regular stationary antenna.
General comments?
This Honda is very quick and handles great. I've raced a few newer Honda Civics and blew their doors off. Also handles great at 127 MPH, top speed stock.
I'm a delivery driver for Domino's Pizza and use this car to make money. So it's imperative that it is great on gas mileage, average 26 miles per gallon.
I love the stiffer seats because of a herniated disk in my back.
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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 | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Fuel injected gas Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 151000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 160000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Ram Pickup |
| Date of Entry | 6th January, 2004 |