Honda Accord Hatchback (1999 - 2003) 2.3i TYPE-V 5d (SN) (2001/51) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I have a Honda.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My wife loves it as much as she hated my MG ZT. Friends love its comfort and are surprised by its speed. 5 year old daughter loves "Sally Sat-Nav".
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, yes and yes. A great car.
What are you likely to buy next?
On current money, another used Accord. Unless my wife gets her finger out and wins the Euromillions. Then a Pagani Zonda. And a tank.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,500
When did you buy the car?
October 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
A decent deal. Helpful plus threw in six months tax.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I wanted something reliable after my dreadfully expensive MG ZT
What was the dealer like?
OK.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's wonderful - handles really well, and goes like stink. It doesn't look like a fast car, but it's the perfect stealth car. Boy racers in body-kitted Saxos and Corsas are left behind eating dust. Faster than a greasy weasel, and so comfortable.
What's it like to park?
Easy. The power steering is lighter than a Julian Clary handshake.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
It's needed an exhaust manifold, and general wear and tear bits - brake pads and two front tyres.
What's most practical about your car?
It's roomy, and it's very comfortable.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I can't pick just one. It's got all the bells and whistles - sat nav, cruise, air con, heated electric seats, leccy sun roof, leccy heated mirrors, and a Bose stereo that's louder than front row tickets for a Metallica gig.
