1993 Honda Accord LX review from North America
"One solid reliable car, built to last"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Original radiator replaced at 126,000 miles, great life for original radiator in my opinion. $250 installed.
Orginal ignition coil replaced at 126,000 also. Good life for that part too. Expensive dealer part,$286.
Original front drive axles replaced at 131,000. Understandable common repair in front wheel drive cars. Not horribly expensive though, roughly $600 installed.
Gas gauge not working properly. Involved job to correct, so I just live with it and fill up every 200 miles.
Original front motor mount replaced for inspection at 138,000 miles.
The transmission has trouble downshifting from 3rd and 4th gears when I slow down to 20 m.p.h. and below. When it does shift its very harsh.
General comments?
This is a very strong, reliable car that does not quit no matter how long you drive it or how hard you push it. I work 6 days a week as a pizza delivery driver in Philadelphia, PA. My job is very hectic and requires fast and aggressive driving, which this car does effortlessly. Handling is precise, predictablle, and confident. Acceleration is adequate with the 4 cyl. engine, and the gas mileage is good too, I see it as the best of both worlds.
Everything on this car is simple and effective. Ammenities are easy to use and well laid out.
My favorite thing about the car is it's tough-as-nails quality. The car can take whatever I can dish out and keep coming back for more. The car is driven a lot every single day. From stop and go on city streets, to flying down the highway, this car does it all and it does it very well.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 126000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 1st April, 2004 |