Honda Accord Saloon (2003 - 2008) 2.0 i-VTEC SE 4d (17 inch Alloy) (2005/05) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Drives a Honda isnt up his own hole like most arrogant Beemer and Audi owners..

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Big Comfy car looks classy and understated.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Possibly ! would consider the new Diesel version as it more powerful than the last.

What are you likely to buy next?

Honda Accord Diesel or similar Jap specced car, possibly a Saab.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

July 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Trade in for my cherished 2001 Civic SE was poor, should have checked trade in value before doing the deal.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted to change my 2001 Civic sport for an Accord, saw this one with very low miles , good spec and price...

What was the dealer like?

Honda Hamilton were pretty average out of all the Honda dealers i have used before. Prior to purchase they replaced 3 tyres but they were a cheap brand of tyre, the 4th tyre i discovered after 1 mth was on the legal limit, they should have changed this also, cost me £78 for replacement of this tyre. Rear brake pad wore down in 4k miles it transpires that cheap non Honda pads were used, not good.. Will not use this franchise ever again..

What's it like to drive?

Smooth, refined, powerful, cosseting. Downside is MPG which is knowhere near the claimed figures i reckon i get 28-30 MPG on mixed driving, you need to be gentle with the gas pedal if you dont want to visit the Petrol station to often.

What's it like to park?

Poor rear visibility makes parking a nightmare it is impossible to gauge with any accuracy any obstacle to your rear, if you are thinking of buying this car make sure it has rear parking sensors unlike mine.

Have you had any problems with the car?

nothing gone wrong apart from previously noted glitches.

What's most practical about your car?

vast boot and cabin, key fob boot release, powerful engine.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Keyfob boot release, outside temp Gauge, dual climate control, rear electric windows and sunroof.