1993 Acura Legend Consumer Reviews

Now My Weekender, But Still My Favorite

Written by: Acural53 on 06/12/2007

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 2 Dr L Coupe

Review

A timeless style, excellent build quality, classy coupe. Runs like all get out when pushed, very fast. Of my 3 vehicles, it is my preferred choice. Gorgeous dash at night. Parts not cheap, can be very expensive if not maintained properly. But if you keep it running properly, it will give you hundreds of thousands of miles of pure passion and pleasure. My LS 400 is my daily driver, it's a wonderful car, but come the weekend, I'm gone in my Legend. It is like no other car I have owned, and I have had many of them. And when I'm out driving in the coupe, my wife just bites her nails, LOL!

Favorite Features

Styling, Bose stereo, stance, tight tolerances, fit and finish, dash layout, material quality, engine torque and horses, tranny, overall ride.

Suggested Improvements

Seat bolsters tend to lose leather over time (every Legend I have seen has this problem) from entry/exit, mileage could be better, can overheat (blown head gaskets a potential problem), parts expensive (if something breaks, it's going to cost you to fix).

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Reliable engine, the rest-lacking

Written by: Paul on 07/19/2006

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 2 Dr L Coupe

Review

With about 126,000 miles currently the car doesn't have a great deal of wear on the engine. I have never had a problem with the engine. However I have had problems with various other non-mechancial parts on the vehicle. Replacements include: driver's side door handle with electronics, master cylinder and ignition switch. All of those with installation totalled $1000 plus. The engine is fairly powerful for the time period, however the gas mileage is decent at best. I average 16-18 mpg in a suburban area and on the highway 25-30. The ride is smooth but somewhat unresponsive. Turns are clumsy and makes the car feel heavy. Interior is rather plush for the base model.

Favorite Features

Engine power, comfortable seats, car design, power seats and large trunk

Suggested Improvements

Well since the Legend was replaced in 1996 this is pointless, but nonetheless I would increase gas mileage, shorten the length of the car, make more leg room for the back seat, decrease weight, change to a rear wheel drive, make tilt standard, build them in Japan not the U.S.

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Good..but not good enough

Written by: Okus on 04/27/2006

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 4 Dr LS Sedan

Review

I bought my Legend at 129,000 miles.. i loved every bit of it until 2 years and 35,000 miles later. I was upset to learn that these cars have expensive problems. Bad Head Gasket, sticky door. Rust around typical Honda and Acura areas. Gages went out. Window motor slowed way down. I sold it after 3 years and bought a SC400 Lexus. I would never go back to 90's Acuras or Hondas ever again!!! 1st and 2nd gears are good. But 3rd lags and 4th is nothing. I took care of my car very well. washed all the time and maintained at Acura Dealership. No major problem except BHG. I wish i owned the rare Type 2 Coupe Manual!! I suggest buying from a non-snowed state. where rust hasen't started.

Favorite Features

Tan beautiful Leather. STYLE!!! It still turned heads even today!!! They hold there value very well!! Good car for young professional!! I upgraded for custom HID Xenon Lights! Upgrade Soundsystem, Racing wheels.. this car looked great!!!

Suggested Improvements

Better Rust protection!!! Especially around Wheel Wells and Window Frame!!! i always maintaned the rust and it kept on coming back!! The car didn't show any rust...because it was all hidden under the paint.

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Jenn's Legend

Written by: Jennifer Mannon on 11/13/2005

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 4 Dr L Sedan

Review

I love my Acura, the only things I have had to replace were the battery and the radiator. Other than that I have never had a problem. It is very fun to drive and I will never get rid of it!!

Favorite Features

steering wheel radio controls, 6 disc cd changer, sun roof and AC

Suggested Improvements

to have two cup holders instead of one and better fuel economy, its not that bad being that is a V-6

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I LOVE MY LEGEND!

Written by: DavisD on 06/07/2005

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 2 Dr L Coupe

Review

I absolutely love my legend. It now has 226,000 miles on it and it is atill running great! Quiet, luxurious ride on the highway and still has great performance. Great blend of luxury and performance.

Favorite Features

ride quality

Suggested Improvements

Could Be a little faster :), and fuel economy isnt the best :(

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Still a dedicated owner after a Decade

Written by: Michele Lisor on 05/25/2005

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 2 Dr LS Coupe

Review

It was purchased originally in 1996 from a family member then transfered to me so it has been well kept for quite sometime. Maintaining the vehicle has been average tires are not fun to purchase due to specialized size. But I still say, "Luuuuv my car!" I am having a fuel system issue. When I turn key to start, once I've let go of key it does not stay running. If key is continuously turned to the start position it wants to turn over but will not stay running.

Favorite Features

Electronic seat adjustment features, memory settings, etc. Original stereo equipment was awesome. But after I had it professionaly upgraded and replaced tape deck with a cd player/stereo and all speakers replaced as well the sound system is 10X's improved.

Suggested Improvements

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True Legend

Written by: LoveMyLegend on 10/19/2004

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 4 Dr LS Sedan

Review

Car was passed down to me from my dad with 230,000 miles on it. The car is basically like new. Everything from the engine to the interior is as strong as it ever was. Very little signs of wear and tear. Like I said, the engine (whole car really) is extremely strong, and has one the nicest high revving sounds I have heard on a car. Put it past 5k on the tach. and it lets out a bit of a yell but no hesitation at all! I love this car and would only trade it for another legend (gs, 6 speed maybe)! The name really does say it all.

Favorite Features

Engine, bose speakers, smooth ride, extreme longevity and dependibility, overall build quality.

Suggested Improvements

None come to mind, maybe the gas mileage, but then again it is a luxo sedan...

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Magnificent machine

Written by: mikelrb on 01/25/2004

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 4 Dr LS Sedan

Review

Bought this 8 months ago. Wow. What a car. Bought it after reading all the positive reviews -- I mean, this thing scores high. Bought it for my wife. She LOVES it -- and at 11 years old now! Bought it with 160,000 miles on it. Mint condition, one owner, always maintained at dealer. Smooth, quiet, powerful. Love the lines. Beautiful styling that will never go OUT of style. Lots of power with the 3.2 V6. Cruise at 90, and you don't feel a thing. Really a fantastic car.

Favorite Features

Strong engine. Classic design. Elegant. Solid. Reliable. Beautiful to look at, beautiful to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Double cup holder would be nice. Other than that? They never should've discontinued this classic.

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Legend...The best in it's class

Written by: Stir Boy on 12/19/2003

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 4 Dr L Sedan

Review

I love my rare 5 speed w/o leather Legend. In my opinion it is the best car in it's class. My mom and dad just bought a 2003 Toyota Camry and they want to sell it and buy a Legend like mine. I get 24-27 mpg with the 5 speed. Although I have had this car just over a month, I have put over 2.7k miles on it. I started out with 125k. I know that it is a reliable car. The Bose premium sound is essential in this car. It does have it's little quirks, i.e. fan motor squeels when it runs a long time. But no major problems that I can see in the near future except a new clutch. It is extremely responsive and fun to drive. I love it too much to sell it.

Favorite Features

Back seat room. The sunroof is my favorite, I have it open all the time, even in the winter and the Bose Premium Sound system.

Suggested Improvements

Road noise, Acura, Could you have made it a little lighter?

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TRADE IN WORTH.

Written by: PAUL GEO on 10/03/2003

Vehicle

1993 Acura Legend 4 Dr LS Sedan

Review

HAS BEEN AN EXCELENT CAR.HAS BEEN IN ONE ACCEDENT,BUT WAS REPARED TO ORIGINAL.

Favorite Features

MOST RELIABLE CAR I EVER OWNED BEING AN MD THIS WAS IMPORTEMT.

Suggested Improvements

A MORE QUIET RIDE.

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