1996 Honda Accord Consumer Reviews

I Miss Her

Written by: Donna on 08/10/2007

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr DX Sedan

Review

Bought my '96 brand new and never regretted it. In over 145K miles, only needed to replace alternator and plug wires. This car never failed to start, the fit and finish was excellent, and it was a solid, well built car. Some idiot decided to steal it, so I no longer have one, but I just wanted to let everyone know what a great car they are. Have not done the research, but I hope that the new ones have kept all the quality features of my '96.

Favorite Features

Quality materials, fit and finish, and reliability, especially in Colorado rain and snow.

Suggested Improvements

My only regret was the fact that it was rather a "plain vanilla" sort of car. Too many silver ones...I was always trying to get into someone else's in the parking lot!...Honda needs to revamp their car designs! New ones still look the same! Otherwise, no complaints at all.

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Great car

Written by: gmiami on 08/06/2007

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

I've owned this car for 6 years now and have about 87k miles on it. I have put the standard upkeep into the car such as brakes, a new muffler, air filter, and soon a new timing belt. The only recent problem has been the driver's side airbag needing to be replaced. I absolutely love this car - my previous one was a 1990 Taurus that needed two transmissions in ten years. I can get about 30 mpg on the highway with the ac cranked up. This car is comfortable and fun to drive. The dashboard is well layed out. I plan on owning this car for several more years before I move on to a newer model. What amazes me is that this car is 11 years old and does not look out of style.

Favorite Features

Size - not as large as the newer models; gas mileage; reliability; overal design

Suggested Improvements

None

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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'96 Honda

Written by: 96 honda on 06/22/2007

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

I purchased my Honda in Aug 1995. I have close to 186,000 miles. It has been a reliable vehicle, but of course now that it has more miles on it, it is starting to cost a pretty penny for repairs. I had problems with the power windows and locks after about 5 years of ownership. I've had more problems in the past 2 years with the high mileage. I've replaced the radiator, axles, oxygen sensor and a list of other things. My paint has worn and I was told that it is a paint defect. I know other people with the green car with the same problem. I can't complain because I've had the car for almost 12 years with no major problems.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

More standard features. Other auto makers are including more than just a radio and clock.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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great car

Written by: marquis784 on 05/28/2007

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

Purchased car new and have little to no major mechanical problems with it. Extrememly satisfied with this car. Great gas mileage both intercity/highway. Great pick up with only the V4 option. Would consider purchasing this car again. Reliability is tops! Highly recommended. You definately get more than your money's worth with this car. Still runniing in good condition long after the payments have ended!

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Second Times a Charm

Written by: myhond on 04/16/2007

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr EX Sedan

Review

This is actually my second Accord.I love the way this car performs and handles. All the controls are in the right place and the interior is in impeccable condition for a pre-owned vehicle. Gas mileage is great. Although it still doesn't have the same performance as my 2000 which I loved, it still comes in a very close second. The VTEC moves out when you mash on it effortlessly even with the automatic. And the ABS stops on a dime. After keeping it a for a few more years, I'm gonna get yet another Accord.

Favorite Features

Sunroof, power height adjustment, alloy rims, VTEC engine, and ABS.

Suggested Improvements

The speakers in the rear will be replaced soon,not enough bass. Leather should have been standard on all EX models

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Nothing But Problems

Written by: Kristie on 04/13/2007

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr 25th Anniversary Sedan

Review

I purchased this car on 3/7/07, with 111,777 miles on it. The carfax report indicated that this was a one-owner car. At 111,972 miles I needed to have the following parts put on the car: front brake pads, rotors and wheel bearings $458.00, rear disc brake pads and rotors $139.40, left front CV shaft assembly $161.90, replacement of complete exhaust from catalytic converter back $398.54. As of today, 4/13/07, the alternator went out, add another $376.00 for the part (if you want one with a reasonable/and/or lifetime warranty). Also, I guess some type of pump has gone out because the windshield washer fluid doesn't work. Worst car I've ever owned.

Favorite Features

The Sony CD player.

Suggested Improvements

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Accord beats Passat

Written by: Accord Wagoneer on 03/21/2007

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr EX Wagon

Review

When my 2002 VW Passat wagon was diagnosed with over $3000 in repairs for bad components such as starter, wiring to accessories, suspension, etc. I sold it at a huge loss and found a ‘96 Accord Wagon with 79k miles on it. It is such a superior car in reliability and ease to service, there is little to compare. I have two 96 Accords now, they are amazingly reliable, and 11 years on these cars is nothing – they are lively, cheap to own, safe, and fun. I regularly get 25-30 mpg, they start in any weather, owners can service most components, and the web forums are very popular and informative. Pick one of these cars up, they are young at 150k, you can’t go wrong at the prices they go for now.

Favorite Features

Reliability, ease of service, mileage and strong 4 cylinder engine.

Suggested Improvements

They got it right with this car. I just wish Honda would bring the Wagons back to the US -the rest of the world has them.

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Great car with minimal repairs

Written by: cam0175 on 03/01/2007

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

I got this car when my dad was disabled in 2001. He had kept it in the garage with 7,500 miles. Six years later and 181,500 miles later (it has 189,000 now...mostly highway miles) the car has held up. I just replaced the struts and rotors and got new brakes. I also did the usual coolant change and transmission fluid change and had to replace two cv joints. The engine seems to purr now, I guess it is just breaking in! I plan on driving this thing for a long time. The body is in excellent conditions with one scratch and a small ding and the paint still shines when I wash her. I plan on seeing if this things will last me for another 80,000 miles.

Favorite Features

Great gas mileage. I always add fuel injection cleaner at least 3 times a week because i drive a lot and it improves gas mileage. I believe the honda has a 15 gallon tank which will give you about 31 gallons or more on the highway.

Suggested Improvements

Road noise is somewhat apparent in the cabin.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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1996 Honda Accord DX Sedan

Written by: Duane on 12/27/2006

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr DX Sedan

Review

I bought this car new and it has been the model of reliability. I bought it because my last car, a 1990 Oldsmobile Calais 442, was on its 3rd head gasket and multiple oil leaks after only 80K miles and wanted a car that would stay out of the shop. My Accord has not been in the shop except for maintenance items to be replaced. It is very roomy in the front, ok in the back and overall comfortable on long trips to drive of which I have taken it on many. The performance is acceptable for what it is. I like high performance cars and I would have bought the VTEC or V6 if I had the money at the time but it was not to be. However, it has competent acceleration and handling for a DX family car.

Favorite Features

Reliability, interior room, exterior design

Suggested Improvements

Better quality plastics in the interior

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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My Best Friend

Written by: s.macquaig on 12/12/2006

Vehicle

1996 Honda Accord 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

This is my second Accord, I have 152,000 miles on the present one and I really do not ever want to get rid of it. I have only had to replace batteries and I have been faithful getting timing belt, etc changed on schedule. I was a home health rn. working out in the country and put many miles on it, son had it for 1 semester at college, this car drove me to Florida about 2,000 miles round trip when I evacuated New Orleans from Katrina.I have retired to northern Michigan 3 months ago,and "my best friend" now has nice warm garage and loves to drive on the snow! My son lives here also and after my luck with honda, bought a Honda station wagon from private owner 1984/186,000 mi+ runs like a top.

Favorite Features

Dependability, easy drive.My sister drove me back to new orleans after i evacuated to her home in southern Fl.not only is the car fun to drive I enjoyed passenger feel, safe and the car has enough weight to feel safe.

Suggested Improvements

For some reason I seemed to get in trouble with my tires and the problem was always with the stems. I would wager I had to have at least 8-10 stems replaced after the tire lost air.no other cause for the flat

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