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Yes! Honda, 01/18/2004
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car for work, traveling a mere 20 miles roundtrip each day. What a delight. Everything works on it (air, cruise, speakers, radio, cassette, pw, pl, etc.) and it has 175,000 miles. I replaced the timing belt and springs/struts. It gives me confidence when I here that familiar Honda starter each morning. This thing will go at least another 100k as the engine and transmission are very strong. No more American cars for me. I will probably move to a newer car this year, maybe a '92 or '93. Maintain these cars well and they will go forever.
285K and still running
ReaRea, 01/20/2004
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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I purchased my 90 Honda in May 1993 as the second owner with 55K. I must say this has been the best car that I have ever purchased. I was in the military and have lived in various states and traveled from each state back to Georgia and this car have not given me a minutes problem. All of the original parts are still on the car except the radiator... I must say, if they keep building honda's with good quality like this......I will be a honda driver for life
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Haha, 01/23/2004
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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It is a very reliable car that I ever have. It is never gives me any major problems. It will run forever if you take care of it.
15 years and still going strong
drewd, 11/09/2005
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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I bought my Accord new in 1990. The only major problem that I had was my own fault - the timing belt broke because I did not follow the scheduled maintenance. Unfortunately, it cost about $1600 to fix, but that's the only significant problem that the car has ever had. It's protected my wife in two fairly serious accidents, even without airbags. It's been all over the US and treated us great! Every time we think about selling it, we just can't come up with a compelling reason - maybe it will just last forever!
dependable
mackjohn1, 02/14/2004
1990 Honda Accord DX 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car with 140000 miles on it and it is still going strong. I am sold on thr great quality and dependability. Will buy another without a second thought.
Everything should be this solid
Brad, 03/13/2006
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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Purchased 5 yrs ago with 134k miles, now at 200k. No major problems at all. My car has led a very demanding life, and granted I maintain it well, but its still amazes me how well it holds up! A true testament to Honda using quality materials. The A/C has needed recharged, brakes needed some maintanence, exhaust, and suspension bushings replaced, but these are all very normal things for almost any car over 10 yrs old. Everything that has needed attention has been a Do-it- yourself saturday job, if you enjoy doing your own work. I've never had to take it to a shop. Nearly every accessory still operates perfectly. Has NEVER failed to start, even in the dead of Ohio winter. Thanks Honda!
90 Accord EX High Miles
New2Honda, 07/13/2006
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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I bought a 90 Accord EX Sedan from a private party. This has to be the most dependable car I have ever owned! It has 210,000 miles and runs like its brand new. I use this car in a 140 mile daily commute and I trust it 110%!
reliable
HSwihart4, 05/09/2004
1990 Honda Accord DX 4dr Sedan
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I've had this car for almost 6 years. I love it; very dependable & reliable. It doesn't even look or perform like it's almost 15 years old. I will definetely be buying another Honda in the near future!
My First Honda--and still loving it!
LoveMyHonda, 08/15/2004
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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My 1990 Accord is the first car I bought on my own. It's my first non-American car (had Chevrolets and Buicks). I have kept this car for longer and for more miles than all my previous cars combined- 14+ years and 155,000 miles and still running strong! I have excellent mechanics who take great care of it. We just bought an Odyssey (family growing) but I hate having to sell this very reliable Accord.
Old but still going
ADS 1, 11/03/2004
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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Purchased with 150000 km 7 years ago. Just passed the 304000 km mark. Repair frequency increasing over the last year, but understandable given age and mileage. The engine and transmission have not been touched beyond seal replacement. This old horse just keeps on going. I will never buy anything but a Honda product - now own 3 of them!
My Favorite Car
czarbo, 12/02/2004
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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I have 227,000 on my Honda. It has served me well over the last few years. I have taken this car everywhere. I love the styling and the interior. I still think it is as modern and even better designed then some 2004 cars. 90% of my paint is gone but is still shows no signs of rust. This car has the unique ability to heal itself as problems that seemed to need repair - started to work again saving me much money. Truley a special car.
Make it again & I'll buy it!
Armes, 12/09/2004
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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I have never had a more reliable car. The first owner svcd car well, and that matters. I am sad that Honda doesn't own or prevent common problems (like an $8 O-ring hold down bracket that could have saved my oil draining and getting all over my new timing belt) until too late. Private mechs had been adding the bracket when changing the belt for yrs! I asked about common problems at my last svc, and they mentioned radiators, but wouldn't let me spend the money that day. Sure enough, it started to leak, and I have a new one. Those are the ONLY 2 major repairs I have had in 6.5 year
Best Purchase EVER!
PMW, 01/21/2005
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car new and never knew it would last almost 15 years! It just died at 324,000 miles, but if I could fix it myself I would keep it! Unfortunately the repair would be more expensive than the car. I kept up all the general maintenance and no real problems. I never had to replace the clutch!! How many car manufacturers can do that?!? This car was the best investment I have ever made and would gladly do it again! I will own another Honda!!!
Still a top 4 cylinder car
clarkfball101, 05/09/2005
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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Even in the year 2005 the 2.2L engine is still one of the best on the road. Excellent choice for a first car for a teen. Car can go from one side of the country to the other.
High Mileage Honda
Honda Lover, 08/04/2005
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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I purchased this car in Sept 1990 right out of college. 15 years later, it still takes me on long journeys reliably. I still get over 30 miles/gallon. Yes, the mileage is correct at 440,400.
still love this car after 17 years
Jean H, 11/18/2006
1990 Honda Accord DX 4dr Sedan
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great car.I bought a 2007 Honda Accord yesterday and it breaks my heart to part with this car. I might keep it on the road for the winter. This car is a one owner and it still has most original parts.
my winter beater
jeremy bunker, 11/20/2006
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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great car it's rusting out running rough but for the 1000$ I paid for it I can't complain. they are easy to work on and great on gas.
16 years old and still runs near new
Cruiser, 11/25/2006
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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I purchased my '90 Accord on the advice of one of the dealers mechanics. Good move on my part! After 16 years, except for usual maintenance, all I have done is had the auto transmission rebuilt ($1200)and a radiator ($250). I still get 28-32 mpg. Some of the clear coat has come loose, but the paint gets a good rating from me too. Mine was made in Japan, not USA manufactured. I don't think it makes a difference. Overall rating 9! Would I buy again? Yes (but you do get what you pay for). If you plan on keeping what you buy, this is a good deal; drive it 'til the wheels fall off. If you are going for flash and want to trade every few years, buy a Corvette.
Impeccable quality
J M, 04/08/2003
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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I have loved my Accord. I purchased the car used in 1993 because of its reputation for reliabilty. (Anything would be a step up from a Chevy Lumina). The Honda did not disappoint. The car now has more than 261,000 miles, with the original engine, transmission, clutch. The car just keeps going and going. Regular, obsessive maintenance is important. The car may be bland, but my wallet is happy. All are surprised that the car looks and acts younger than it is. Sadly, I have decided to sell it -- I purchased a used Acura RL with 132,000 mile, half the miles of my Accord. Shall I be as lucky?!?
17 years and still going well.
Gerry, 03/29/2007
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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I purchased this '90 Accord LX after reading Consumers Report and I am my sooo glad I did. It's the most reliable car I have ever experienced. Always ready to go hot or cold freezing weather. I always feel safe and very comfortable in the driver seat as well as other seats when my wife would drive it. I would do the required schedule maintenance which was quite reasonable and never a surprise. I said I would keep it until it dies. It refuses to die so I'll just sell it and give some one else a go with it and get a new '08 Accord this fall. The last few years all I've paid for are gas, oil change and insurance. Sad goodbye!
Hard to do better
beyelie, 03/01/2008
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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Original owner. The most reliable car ever owned. 249,000 after 18 years. The manual transmission makes it more fun to drive and squeezes the most out of its adequate power. Has original clutch. Fuel mileage superb; average 30+.
LoveMyHonda!
Gladi B Oughtahonda, 04/22/2003
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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I never owned a Honda until 1991; I bought a 1990 w/15000 miles. I've never kept a car this long nor have I ever experienced such reliability and worry free ownership. I keep the oil changed and everything maintained and today it still rides and drives great! Most would not consider my 4 dr Accord an exciting car since it is a 4 cyl/auto. However, it is exciting to save all the money in repairs and gas prices and it's excitng to be able to save for the next car while still enjoying the one you have. It's no slug on the road either: it has more pick up than many 6 cyl I've driven. I'm no pokey driver! Even the air doesn't bog it down.
Hate to sell it
bobby24j, 04/26/2003
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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Bought it new for my wife. It's been the best car I've ever owned, which includes Buick, Chevrolets, Fords, Chrysler, Nissan and a few others. I've never had a major mechanical problem...only routine maintenance, including oil/filter changes every 3,000 miles. It's got about 116,000 miles on it and drives like new. My wife wants a new car just because 'she wants a new car' (go figure...it's a genetic femaie thing). When that happens, I might just keep our '90 Accord because I like it so much.
Best Value On The Road
HPS, 04/28/2003
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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I'm the original owner of my Honda; purchased with just 6 miles on the odometer, it now has over 122K. The car has been an oustanding vehicle. I was so satisifed I bought a second, new Honda Accord in 2000. If Honda continues to keep up the quality and value, I will be a Honda owner for life.
so far so good
sweetcheeks, 05/11/2003
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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Purchased with 123,000 on it, now has 176,000 and the problems are starting to occur, which I guess should be expected at such high miles. Things I have had to fix in the last year. 1. had to install new speed sensor. 2. alternator had to be replaced. 3. front cv joints. Power drivers window no longer works. Seems to be some problem with the electrical system, I am constantly putting new bulbs in brake, side marker and parking lights. Power locks, sometimes car will lock when shutting door, always have spare keey!! Lots of front end noise although I have had it inspected and there is nothing wrong! All in all though this has been an excellent reliable car.
Man, this car was awful.
LemonHonda, 05/14/2003
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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I had an immeasurable amount of trouble with this car. I had oil leaks from three seperate spots, a broken resonating thinger (chamber? I forget, but it made a heck of a lot of noise). My muffler broke off a piece and spat it back into the pipe, I had a leaky trunk (compounded by a faulty drain, making a huge puddle), I had to replace the mesh part of the exhaust pipe, had to replace the clutch, had a torn CV boot, improper idling, broken reverse gear, had a blown head gasket, and had a massive problem with the radiator (which I did not fix before getting rid of the car). All this at 115k miles and proper maintenance.
Honda is good, when it runs
rubrenbear, 05/17/2003
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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I bought the car from a friend 2 years ago. The first few months of owning the car were not spent driving it. The car needed costly repairs such as timing belts, battery changed 3 times, ignitor switch, starter and alternator. Once fixed it stopped entirely. It was towed to the nearest shop but nothing was wrong. An hour later, we tried starting it and it magically was fine! Arrg! I've had this car 2 years and it almost feels like I'm making monthly payment on this car.
Reliable even if it is a little dull...
wester, 02/05/2003
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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These cars tend to have a rust problem at the front of the rear wheel wells. Power could be better, but it runs every day.
clean
garfield, 03/24/2002
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
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its a really good reliable car. its comfortable and really good fuel efficiant.
Best ever Japanese engine.
Knapper , 05/19/2025
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
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I got my champagne 90 at 156k 6 years ago got it garage kept and oil every 4k. Best car ever owned.Every mechanic that gets under the hood has made an offer. Check out Mrs. Doubtfire movie about 1 hour and 36-50 min in Robin Williams in full gear walks up to top hill and 1990 champagne Honda Accord rolls by him. Nerdy 1990 Accord fact from the streets of San Francisco..
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xx, 08/06/2002
1990 Honda Accord LX 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
have driven since 1997. Bought frm elderly coupe, no kids or smoke. perfect condition. Just had exhust system cleaned out and new fue pump. Last of metal timing belt, so never need to replace
Great car!!
Jessfly57, 06/09/2004
1990 Honda Accord EX 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car was an excellent choice for me. Being 14 years old it was very reliable and I will always drive a Honda. I have had 8 so far and will continue driving them for the reliability of the car. Thanks!!