1997 Honda Accord Consumer Reviews

Solid Car

Written by: Richa on 05/01/2008

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 4 Dr DX Sedan

Review

This is the most solid built car I've ever owned-- almost eleven years old and no rattles! None. Also, there was a recall to replace dist. cap, rotor, wires, etc. within the past two years that would have addressed some of the other reviewers reliability complaints. My only "repair" (besides expected maintenance) was a new starter. This has got to be one of the better used car buys--30 mpg for a car that seats five.

Favorite Features

Body Style. It continues to look sportier every year as the newer models bulk up and up. To me, the new Accord looks like a Lincoln Town Car (no offense).

Suggested Improvements

None.

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By far my favorite car I've owned

Written by: tabby on 04/08/2008

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 4 Dr EX Sedan

Review

My poor accord had it's last ride 5 days ago. I got broadsided by a huge lifted Chevy Silverado truck on my drivers side door (the truck was going 60 mph on impact) and I walked away from the accident, and only ended up with some stitches (from the broken window glass) and a black eye. The police said they'd never seen a compact car hold up that well in that severe of a crash, and in most cars I would have been dead. And to top it off, the Chevy truck had minimal damage but wouldn't start, and my crushed Honda still started, drove, and all the electrical still worked. Furthermore, I have not had any problems ever with this car, nor had my mom who bought it new. Next car will be another Honda.

Favorite Features

Ran great, no weird noises or rattles. Very solid. Didn't hear outside noise like other compact cars. Fun to commute to LA with.

Suggested Improvements

If anything, better quality interior. My godmother had to replace it fairly soon after she got it.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Great car, sad it's getting old...

Written by: Esseppi on 11/23/2007

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 2 Dr LX Coupe

Review

I boght this car knowing very little about the reputation of the Accord. Loved it from the first second of driving. Extremely reliable, only had to replace radiator once and battery another time. Extremely fuel efficient.

Favorite Features

reliability, fuel efficiency.

Suggested Improvements

get the v6, for more power

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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'97 SE accord

Written by: SeattleGirl on 10/25/2007

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 4 Dr Special Edition Sedan

Review

I purchased this car with 55,000 miles on it in Nov '00. I now have 140,000 and it's still going. Do regular oil changes and maintenance. The dealer tells me the oilpan has slight leak, which I won't pay to repair and they say I might never need to repair (pricey fix, like about $1000). Slow window motors, weak AC, great gas mileage, reliable car that looks good too. I'll drive it until it dies, which I hope isn't before 200,000 miles. It is my daily driver to work, I'd love to get a new one but can't see getting rid of such a great car. It was worth the $14,000 paid 7 years ago.

Favorite Features

Roomy interior, quiet, comfortable seats (for the most part), low maintenance costs.

Suggested Improvements

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Roomy, reliable, and stealthy

Written by: nominivan4me on 08/22/2007

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 4 Dr LX Wagon

Review

Wanted something bigger to haul more people/gear, and still gets good mpg. The Accord wagon with a 5-spd is a near perfect solution. While hauling either bikes, skis, or kayaks on the roof it gets over 30 mpg, and 33 mpg without. Parts are reasonable, it is Honda reliable, drives great, does not wander like a minivan, and in winter with a full set of snow tires goes almost anywhere. Compared to an Outback it handles better, has more room, and gets about 6 more mpg.

Favorite Features

Drivablity, gas mileage, ability to haul people and gear, storage compartments, keyless entry, full-size spare.

Suggested Improvements

Re-introduce it. Many people are sick of minivans, and wagons seem to be making a come back. (1997 was the last year made)

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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More style than a Camry

Written by: shamarcus on 07/06/2007

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

This car has more style than a Camry but comes up short in the gotta-have department. I have owned a Jetta and a Maxima. The Accord would be my 3rd choice for the gotta-have-it factor. In my opinion, the car has been very reliable with low cost on the wear and tear parts such as brakes and belts. They actually last a long time. There are lot of aftermarket parts to personalize your Honda.

Favorite Features

Reliability, relative low cost of ownership (wear & tear parts last long). Maintenance is high as any car. More personality than a Camry, but short of the features of a Maxima. Resale, longetivity, and fold down rear seats. Big trunk.

Suggested Improvements

The car is a little small on interior volume. A little noisy inside (considering the Honda hype). The 4 cyl engine with AT is nothing flattering. Power windows are extremely slow and weak. A/C is marginal.

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Bad MPG, Reliable But Way Overrated

Written by: aguywhoknowscars on 07/02/2007

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 4 Dr EX Wagon

Review

After searching for over a year, I finally sold my beloved Dodge Caravan cause it only got 16 mpg overall and bought my '97 Accord EX Wagon thinking I'd be getting both economy and utility. Well I got the utility, but not the economy. My EX wagon (4 cyl VTEC) was woefully underpowered and got, at best, only 18 mpg combined. I'm very mechanical and know a lot about cars. I do not drive with a lead foot. I ran myself ragged for over a year taking the car to 3 or 4 mechanics (including the dealership) to try to remedy the problem. Everything's "normal" was what I was told. Fed up, I sold the car after 1 year of unsuccessfully trying to improve the mpg problem. Car had less than 50K.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Could've been great except very underpowered. Why they didn't make the V-6 available in the wagon I'll never understand, especially since it was the heaviest model in the line up, and that the wagon's primary demographic sales target was people with families. Bad product planning on Honda's part.

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My New Ride

Written by: MilesB on 06/06/2007

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 4 Dr Special Edition Sedan

Review

I recently bought this car, and I must say that I am VERY impressed. It has 145,000 miles on it, and it still runs like a dream. I honestly couldn't ask for more in a used car.

Favorite Features

Reliability, gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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My reliable friend

Written by: Doug on 06/04/2007

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

My favorite communter car ended its days today . . . alas a jerk looking down at his cell phone rear-ended her with me in it at about 40 mph. Of course that I am typing tonight is testimony to her design and strength of unit body. The car was shortened about 18" by the impact and the DS seat broke and I ended up half in the back seat. She is gone, but I am not! Before toda,y her 168,000 miles were a pleasure. Faithful service with no problems and we fully expected another 100,000 miles in the family. She is gone but not forgotten.

Favorite Features

Rock solid transportation and reasonably fun driveability.

Suggested Improvements

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Reliable

Written by: Brian M on 03/29/2007

Vehicle

1997 Honda Accord 4 Dr Special Edition Sedan

Review

We've owned this vehicle for 10 years and have had zero mechanical problems. Incredible reliability and it still runs nicely with 165,000 miles on it.

Favorite Features

Unbeatable reliability.

Suggested Improvements

None.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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