Honda Accord Saloon (2003 - 2008) 2.0 i-VTEC Type-S 4d (Sat Nav + HFT) (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Sensible and stylish.

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

Everyone thinks it is a smashing looking car. Type S model comes with 17" smoked alloys and sports kit.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Only had it 6 months and providing it stays reliable and trouble free i won't remove the new Accord of my list.

What are you likely to buy next?

Not sure. I plan to keep this car a while but if i had the money i would look at new Accord, Mazda 3 Sport 185 diesel, Honda S2000.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£9,500

When did you buy the car?

April 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. The salesman offered me £8000 trade in for my Civic which i paid £9000 for 6 months and 12000 miles earlier with a lot more stone chips.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I wanted rid of my terrible 2007 Civic. I like Honda and the Accord came highly recommended.

What was the dealer like?

Second to none.

What's it like to drive?

Very comfortable. Suspension firm but not crashy, handles well for a large car. Just wish it had more low down torque.

What's it like to park?

Not great. Rear visibility is poor. It a big car and not built for the towns and car parks.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing substantial. Rear alloys replace due to corrosion and i have one or two interior rattles and the seat squeaks. Car is much solid than the Civic.

What's most practical about your car?

Boot is large but there is only me in the car 90% of the time. Good fuel economy for a 2.0 litre petrol engine and a car of this size. 38MPG average out of a tank, runs can see as much as 46.5MPG.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Cruise control and the gearbox and engine are smooth as silk. Seats are very comfortable and i love the adjustable lumbar support.