The Official Honda Accord Thread
11-01-2010, 08:37 PM
#802
Whats up with RDX owners?
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Clean. 6th gen 4 doors FTW.
I believe its Redondo Red Pearl. Im having a hard time telling from the pic, but its an '05?
I believe its Redondo Red Pearl. Im having a hard time telling from the pic, but its an '05?
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11-01-2010, 08:47 PM
#804
Whats up with RDX owners?
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Damn. I thought I saw a bit of clear reflector in the tails but I didnt see it wrap around fully.
I has a disappoint.
I has a disappoint.
11-01-2010, 08:50 PM
#805
Burning Brakes
You are a disappoint, GTFO
Haha, but guess I should go to you if I want a DIY on oil change or something. You seem to know these cars really well, do you have one?
Haha, but guess I should go to you if I want a DIY on oil change or something. You seem to know these cars really well, do you have one?
11-01-2010, 08:54 PM
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He seems to know all modern Hondas well.
Nice pickup for your mom! RRPs are pretty rare, sad because it's such a nice colour.
Nice pickup for your mom! RRPs are pretty rare, sad because it's such a nice colour.
11-01-2010, 09:28 PM
#807
Whats up with RDX owners?
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There are currently 4 Accords in my immediate family - 1 6th gen, 1 7th gen and 2 8th gens. Its pretty nice how similar the cars are, from the Accord to the CL to the Odyssey to the Pilot. Its nearly identical from underneath.
That color really pops. I wish my mom had that instead of Tafetta white when she had her 7th gen.
How many miles are on it?
11-01-2010, 09:38 PM
#808
Burning Brakes
Hmm, this would be our family's second Honda, after my CL. 76k on the odo.(one owner too) The color really does look amazing.
Which is the most reliable for you guys, like v6 vs I4 or 4 vs 5sp., or are they all pretty much the same like you said?
Which is the most reliable for you guys, like v6 vs I4 or 4 vs 5sp., or are they all pretty much the same like you said?
11-01-2010, 09:46 PM
#809
Whats up with RDX owners?
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Depends on what youre doing with it.
I used my moms 04 V6 5AT sedan for half my senior year of highschool and I loved it. The power was pretty good, and I averaged 32mpg a few times driving from NY to VA. In hindsight, it needed more torque, but I didnt know what torque was at the time
My sister has an 06 i4 coupe. She just drove back to Vegas from LA and she said she was getting 34mpg doing about 80-85mph.
As far as reliability goes, theyre all pretty good. Obviously the v6s had the same tranny issues the TL and CL had. But I haven't heard of any issues with the 5 speed autos in the 4 bangers. I love K motors too
It can be a bitch to reach the oil filter though, but IIRC the Accord has enough space between the engine and the firewall that you can easily get to it. IIRC its the RSX thats a pain in the ass. I always had a problem squeezing between the rear crossmember, engine block and exhaust manifold to get to the filter without getting a nice oil shower.
If you want to check for recalls on it, sign up for Hondas Owner Link and put the VIN in when you add a vehicle. It should show you everything there.
Here are the possible recalls on the 2003 models:
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/pr...type=DrillDown
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/pr...type=DrillDown
I used my moms 04 V6 5AT sedan for half my senior year of highschool and I loved it. The power was pretty good, and I averaged 32mpg a few times driving from NY to VA. In hindsight, it needed more torque, but I didnt know what torque was at the time
My sister has an 06 i4 coupe. She just drove back to Vegas from LA and she said she was getting 34mpg doing about 80-85mph.
As far as reliability goes, theyre all pretty good. Obviously the v6s had the same tranny issues the TL and CL had. But I haven't heard of any issues with the 5 speed autos in the 4 bangers. I love K motors too
It can be a bitch to reach the oil filter though, but IIRC the Accord has enough space between the engine and the firewall that you can easily get to it. IIRC its the RSX thats a pain in the ass. I always had a problem squeezing between the rear crossmember, engine block and exhaust manifold to get to the filter without getting a nice oil shower.If you want to check for recalls on it, sign up for Hondas Owner Link and put the VIN in when you add a vehicle. It should show you everything there.
Here are the possible recalls on the 2003 models:
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/pr...type=DrillDown
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/pr...type=DrillDown
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11-01-2010, 11:17 PM
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I see you're still not considering that Civic an actual car yet then huh, civicdrvr? 
Anyways, my 03 I4's been problem-free, and I'm pretty happy with it. It's also managed to avoid Honda's worst of the early 2000's, like the transmissions not transmitting, or the airbags embedding chopped metal into your face.
Keep up with maintenance, and it'll be a great partner. Fall back on maintenance, and it'll be like a lazy teenager: It'll still get the job done, but grudgingly
Anyways, my 03 I4's been problem-free, and I'm pretty happy with it. It's also managed to avoid Honda's worst of the early 2000's, like the transmissions not transmitting, or the airbags embedding chopped metal into your face.
Keep up with maintenance, and it'll be a great partner. Fall back on maintenance, and it'll be like a lazy teenager: It'll still get the job done, but grudgingly
11-01-2010, 11:23 PM
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Burning Brakes
Lol, we'll do our best.
11-02-2010, 10:56 AM
#813
Whats up with RDX owners?
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It hurts because Ive already got about $9k tied into it.I jealous that Canada got the white with black leather while we got stuck with tan.
11-03-2010, 10:04 PM
#814
Suzuka Master
So should I trade this
for this?
It would be a trade with a bit of cash from his end.
for this?
It would be a trade with a bit of cash from his end.
11-03-2010, 10:19 PM
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Mark come on now man. You should know better
11-03-2010, 10:21 PM
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Suzuka Master
11-03-2010, 10:36 PM
#819
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Good.If you did, I may just have to drive up to MD and smack you
11-03-2010, 10:42 PM
#820
Turd Polisher
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Noooo.
Keep the Accord!
Keep the Accord!
11-03-2010, 10:57 PM
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If it has a B16 in it.. 
11-04-2010, 07:48 AM
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Well in its defense, it does look pretty good.
But yes, no.
But yes, no.
11-04-2010, 08:08 AM
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The Dumb One
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you see the value of both, and he pays the difference on the trade. 
(thats more then he's probably willing to stack on top though)
but if he was willing to add the 6k difference i'd do it.
you can buy an 03-06 for many years to come... clean del sols are dissapearing at an alarming rate..
not saying you should trade.. but if you want to own one... doing it in the near future would be in your best interest.
(thats more then he's probably willing to stack on top though)but if he was willing to add the 6k difference i'd do it
.you can buy an 03-06 for many years to come... clean del sols are dissapearing at an alarming rate..
not saying you should trade.. but if you want to own one... doing it in the near future would be in your best interest.
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11-04-2010, 10:55 AM
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^ I agree. Clean Del Sols are hard to come by now-a-days. I remember I was dead set on getting a black on black Del Sol Si in college. Never happened, but there's still something about a nicely done Del Sol that still makes me 
Can you provide more details, Mark?
Can you provide more details, Mark?
11-04-2010, 11:51 AM
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The Dumb One
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i would like a black sol as well.. but a vtec model. but anything with a 96' + bumper
something close to this with normal colored wheels.
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11-04-2010, 11:57 AM
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Kinda split on the Del Sol. I always thought it was supposed to be a CRX replacement, but I don't think it's particularly good as one. It's too cutesy.
Any early 7th genners getting rust? It looks like it's about time for the ones not well taken care of to give in. I found a tiny spot of rust on the edge of my door where there was a nick in the paint, and one in a rock chip on the hood. I was thinking of trying to scrape off the rust, and applying some touch-up paint. Would this work?
As far as prevention, best thing I can think of is a coat of wax all around at all times.
Any early 7th genners getting rust? It looks like it's about time for the ones not well taken care of to give in. I found a tiny spot of rust on the edge of my door where there was a nick in the paint, and one in a rock chip on the hood. I was thinking of trying to scrape off the rust, and applying some touch-up paint. Would this work?
As far as prevention, best thing I can think of is a coat of wax all around at all times.
11-04-2010, 01:21 PM
#831
Whats up with RDX owners?
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11-04-2010, 01:32 PM
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The Dumb One
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i just really like the whole idea of the targa top...
its a reminder of how bold and fun honda once was...
sure the S2000 was a vert.. but how many cars in the price range of the sol back then came in a Targa? that was just pure genius.. granted they werent around long.. but i for one love the IDEA of the sol...
the crx was a great car too.. its styling was just outdated at the end of its run.
its a reminder of how bold and fun honda once was...
sure the S2000 was a vert.. but how many cars in the price range of the sol back then came in a Targa? that was just pure genius.. granted they werent around long.. but i for one love the IDEA of the sol...
the crx was a great car too.. its styling was just outdated at the end of its run.
11-04-2010, 01:47 PM
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In the Mid-South meow
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^ Me, too. To think you could have a relatively flickable Honda with a targa top was a really cool thing. Oh, and I meant a black on black VTEC, not Si, forgot there was a difference between the two.
The problem with most examples of modified Del Sols out there is the addition of some fugly oversized body kit and undersized cheapo wheels. If done right, they can look great with just a drop and nice wheels IMO.
The problem with most examples of modified Del Sols out there is the addition of some fugly oversized body kit and undersized cheapo wheels. If done right, they can look great with just a drop and nice wheels IMO.
11-04-2010, 02:04 PM
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In the Mid-South meow
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^ I'm worried I'll be too lol.
11-04-2010, 05:34 PM
#836
Suzuka Master
I like the idea but I hardly see it being as practical as the Accord for the few days I need it in a month.
11-04-2010, 06:20 PM
#837
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We need pictures 
