1998 Honda Accord EX review from North America
"I could not pick a more reliable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I replaced the clutch at around 135,000 miles only because it was slipping a little in first and second gear.
The clear coat started to come off at around 145,000 miles.
I replaced the alternator at around 150,000 miles.
I replaced the struts at around 230,000 miles because it was getting a little spongie.
I got a check engine light which turned out to be the Oxygen sensor on the exhaust manifold. Because the last service tech rounded the hex head and super heated my manifold to get it out. I had to replaced both the Oxygen sensor and the manifold; did it myself to save. That was at mile marker 242,000 miles.
General comments?
I love this Accord.
Still drives the same as when I first got it.
The interior still looks kind of new.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 VTEC Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 98 miles |
| Most recent distance | 245982 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 6th May, 2006 |