Honda Accord Saloon (1993 - 1998) 2.0i S 4d (1997/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Dubious - some people did relate it to the old man image but I am far from it yet.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Everybody I know really liked it and commented on the fact that it looked really smart and drove well also.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Without a doubt, although it would have to be a similar spec with the alloy wheels etc. Rover 600 (with the same engine) would be more than likely a future choice.
What are you likely to buy next?
Purchased a Vectra SRi 140 after this car.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£400
When did you buy the car?
November 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
£400 Full history 11 months MoT and 3 months Tax. Drove like a dream and looked good as well. One of the best buys I have ever had and wish that I had never sold it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Due to not being overly pleased with my Seat Cordoba (also reviewed on this website) a friend, who desperatly needed money, informed me that they were selling their Honda Accord. £400 later and I had the car, complete with a full history and 11 months MoT! Bargain!
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Lovely car to drive engine pulls extremely well and sounds great on full throttle. Steering felt a bit vague in wet weather though and was prone to understeering especially when pushing it. It guzzled fuel also.
What's it like to park?
Extremely easy considering the size of it - good all round visibility.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Exhaust backbox needed replacing but apart from routine servicing that was all. Until a Shogun decided to implant itself into the side of it causing major cosmetic damage, I later sold the car.
What's most practical about your car?
Big car, big boot and extremely comfortable for the long journeys.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
