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By ajhall on 04/02/13 12:29 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord EX V-6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is my second Accord, also the first car I have ever bought without researching. My thoughts were "it's an Accord. I'm safe". Currently have 80k miles on it.
The car has been great, plenty of fun to drive and ample room although the trunk is a little small. What you've read about transmission issues are true. Mine is going in the shop this week for a rebuild around 3k in price. Honda has seem to correct the issue in later models and has been known to split the tranny rebuild with you since losing a class action suit, but it's a little shameful to have to do on a car so young. I'm going to keep it 300k+ miles.
Not my last Accord, but research each car individually before buying.
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By dannyboy on 03/28/13 21:24 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I purchased my new Accord LX in 2003.
I still average 35 MPH on the freeway. The only problems I have encountered were the gear shift knob ($20) and the brake light switch ($150). So far no transmission problems. Brakes still good.
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8 of 19 people found this review helpful
By uthookem on 11/09/12 07:14 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord EX V-6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Bought this used in 2007 with 60, 000 from a Honda dealership. I always noticed that this car didn't have the smoothest downshifting, but other than that, it was great. I'm now at 125, 000 and it shifts hard quite a bit. Within the past months on 2 occasions it has refused to accelerate with my foot on the gas, and the check engine and TCS lights immediately come on. After reading many other reviews and complaints about this car, I'm sure I know what's about to happen...
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By snowatcher on 11/02/12 14:15 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord EX V-6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I had to write this review, as I have never felt about any car like I do about this one.
When I bought it new in February 03, I thought it was the best value compared to competition.
10 years and 150K miles later, it proved to be more than that.
It's super reliable, comfortable, runs like new, it brings the smile to my face every time I drive it.
I do my own maintenance, which is really easy on this car.
The things that went wrong: radio display (fixed by dealer for free), and brakes.
I got tired replacing pads every 40K miles, so I put on Centric rotors and Akebono pads myself - best upgrade possible! OEM level performance, but much longer life and no dust.
Highly recommended car!
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By emc8 on 10/05/12 05:22 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord EX V-6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I bought this car new Dec 02.
I only have 73k miles on it.
Reading all the other reviews I am wondering if I need to get rid of it.
In the last 14 months I have to replace 3 different sensors to the tune of $1,200.
The engine sounds louder than ever.. this is my 5th Honda and have always loved them.
My fear if I keep it is the transmission will go based on other reviews.
The exterior looks fair at best and this car has been garage kept.
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful
By shehow on 07/09/12 20:14 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord LX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
Short and sweet, this car is reliable and has it all. I have not had it in the shop once. Great in any terrain you put it through. You always hear people say Honda quality, well here you go. Quality all the way. I will for sure buy another honda. This car is my baby. If you are debating buying one... DO IT!!!
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful
By 03hondaaccord on 04/28/12 19:15 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
This is my first car, a 2003 Honda Accord Lx (4 cylinder w/ Automatic.) I absolutely love it, it is good looking, comfortable, affordable, and drives perfectly. I bought mine used w/ 51743 miles on it and when driving at freeway speeds (65+) there is not a single squeak or rattle. Although the interior is a tan fabric, it has been very well maintained and all seats are very comfortable. If you are looking for your first car or just a replacement, this is a perfect choice.
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful
By revs29 on 12/12/11 11:46 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord EX V-6 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I am now at 196,000 miles on my Accord EX-V6 6MT which I bought CPO with 69k miles. I cannot imagine a better all-around car. I have NEVER been stranded with this car and last month went on a 2-week 5000 mile trip with it with zero problems. This car still has serious power and I routinely hit redline. It is the perfect mix of power, comfort, reliability and looks - my S2000 kills it in driving dymamics, but on most days I honestly prefer driving my Accord V6. The only issues I have had are ball joints/struts (Michigan roads!), a driver's side window regulator, and a main seal fixed under warranty. That's IT. I spend about $200/yr maintaining this car - far less than most brand new cars.
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By hollandsc on 12/07/11 09:32 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord EX V-6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Background: original owner, 148k miles, new transaxle @ 45k, new output shaft oil seal @ 145k, new struts @ 145k, and every warning light that could have come on has come on.
I need to mention that it has been in four wrecks all due to being hit from behind while stopped.
With this said, I do all repair work myself on this car and all of my other cars.
This Honda is a little touchy because of the number of sensors.
This is good or bad; good if you fix the issue because the car knows if there is an issue or bad if you want to ignore the problem and dont want to know about it.
Parts are readily available, cheep & the car is easy to fix.
No matter the car (I have had just about every
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3 of 4 people found this review helpful
By newstripes on 12/02/11 08:42 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2003 Honda Accord DX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
My experience with this car has been far from the perception og Hondas go forever, are reliable and great quality.
We are experiencing the well known problems of excess oil consumption & timing chain issues. It seems the design of the engine & car makes it very dificult & costly to repair this requiring about 14hours of Labor according to our Honda Dealer. This car usues the most oil of any car i ever owned (3L per 5K) and has cost the most to maintain this year at so far $2000! Now This $2000+!!! all at 80,000 miles (130K Km).
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