1990 Honda Legend review from Australia and New Zealand
"A true quality built car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
CV Joints needed replacing at 135,000k $350.
Radiator header tank repair at 164,000 K. $120.
Auto choke needed replacement.$60.
Door light switch replaced.$ 15.
General comments?
The engine is nearly bulletproof. It was cooked 3 times. Once when the radiator cap failed, two other times times when I found the radiator leak. The engine was so hot that it could hardly be cranked.
Even if the valve lifters click, there is very little to worry about as the engine will go forever.
The three dealers in Brisbane have never had to rebuild a V6 engine ever. That is truely amazing.
The car is total comfort. The leather trim is superb. Electric seats are great. Smooth ride. Real performance if you want to boot it. Great low down torque like a v8.
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| Brilliant car; superb build quality and a great ride |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1990 |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.7 Litre V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 113000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 185000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Fiat X1/9 |
| Date of Entry | 15th April, 2005 |