Honda Accord Saloon (1998 - 2003) 2.2 Type-R 4d (AC+Alarm) (2000/W) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
An enthusiast who knows a drivers car when he sees one.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Grown up compared to my previous car, fast and great looking, everyone likes it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
For any reason to buy another, off course but I love my Silver ATR.
What are you likely to buy next?
I won't retire from ATR ownership but wouldn't mind a S2000 as a second 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?
£2,250
When did you buy the car?
October 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
I did, got £250 off the price with the I am a student talk which I am not really.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Always wanted one, caught my eye more than any of the Type-R range of 90s and current.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Absolutely brilliant, handles superb and you won't believe you are in a Saloon, having owned many Hondas before, no wonder many say this as one of the all time best FWD cars, I am familiar with VTEC and it screams stronger and goes quicker than the B series I had and has excellent all around power to use everyday, never had issues overtaking or cruising steadily, the recaro seats are the best I have sat in too.
What's it like to park?
Really good, I use the spoiler as guidance sometimes when to stop, good all round visibility.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Been reliable.
What's most practical about your car?
Size, and huge boot, even with a sub in, I can fit many things.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I have done a few things in terms which I classify as my favourite, such as a custom exhaust to give it a slight burble,Gauges installed to monitor aspects of the engine, lowered on coilovers as my OEM suspension was on its way out, double din unit for the added sound experience and added some rare late red Accord Type-R interior for a great look inc an Armrest.
