1986 Honda Accord DX Hatchback review from North America
"Looks like a shoe, but will never let you down!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Thermostat.
Turn-signal switch (multi-switch)
Slightly "notchy" when shifting, especially when cold.
General comments?
It is a great little car; Honda really built some great ones in this series.
It always starts right up, is fun to drive (first year for the double wishbone suspension all around), even with its little 185/70 13-inch tires.
It hums right along at 75-80 mph on the freeway and feels stable and safe.
It gets 28-30 mpg in town and 33-34 on the highway.
It never overheats, and the A/C gets so cold it will freeze your butt off even on the hottest days.
It has ugly black plastic bumpers on the front and back that are indestructible! Parallel-parking dings and scratches are not a worry.
It holds a lot of stuff with the seats folded down, almost like a little station wagon.
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| It goes well |
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| Awesome little car! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1986 |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 w/carburetor Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 155000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 170000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Celica |
| Date of Entry | 12th June, 2005 |