ABSOLUTELY, YOU SHOULD GET ONE OF THESE. I bought a 07 for 5k with 120k miles. I put 1.4k into the maintenance (tune up, brakes/rotors, water pump, idler pulley, and one motor mount). That car runs like new! For a total of 6k ish! Can't beat that! There is no car payment, and I have a car that I can drive until 250k miles.
So a 06 ex 4 cylinder with 132k miles for 5k be a good deal? Clean tittle. Also looking at a 2007 civic ex with 120 k miles for 5,500. I like both but don’t know which one to choose
I bought a 2006 Accord 4 cylinder with an auto transmission last March 2021. Recently changed the coils and spark plugs as well as the upper and lower control arms. Now the car drives and feels brand new. Keeping it foreve!
I bought EXL version at 36K and have been driving it since 2008. Kept it maintained very well with Mobil1 synthetic oil changes and regular transmission oil changes with Honda ATF. Although had few issues like any other car, have replaced catalytic converter, struts, starter, one of the O2 sensors, steering rack and pinion (due to a minor accident) and did throttle body and EGR cleaning couple of times myself. At 170K, it's got great gas mileage and now I have to replace headliner! I guess that must have been caused by sunroof because my old Camry 2K doesn't have this issue. Overall, I think this is a great car, but if I have a choice, I would go with a Toyota because my of past experience.
I bought my '05 EX (V6 auto) about a year ago with 302k miles, currently it has 324k miles. Only issues I've had were the lower control arm bushings and the power steering pump. Both were just worn out after 18 years and 300k+ miles. Also worth mentioning the car was a one owner car and had full service records all from the dealer that sold the car brand new. Oil change every 3k miles. Transmission, coolant, power steering, and brake fluid flush every 75k, and timing belt every 100k.
That’s incredible! Damn, your Honda is a faithful friend to last so long. Do you know if the transmission is original? It’s funny, a reliable car can go 200k miles with limited maintenance, but proper maintenance unlocks a whole other level of longevity!
my first car 2005 accord 2.4. I got that car at 52k miles 5 years later its sitting at 103k, the engines are bulletproof so far no issues. Only thing is the lower ball joints tend to wear out quickly
I hope you’re able to keep it on the road for many years. The 2.4 accords are really awesome. I’ll have to keep an eye out for my lower ball joints…didn’t know about that!
Resilient engine, I agree. But I disagree about the lower ball joints. I think they are sturdy too. Replace stabilizer links when they are weak, keep your tyre pressures up and do regular front wheel alignment. That way, you shouldn't have ball joint issues.
366k? damn! I’m trying to catch up lol. I recently popped in new control arms, ball joints, and some other suspension components so hopefully it’s ready to roll for another 150k-200k miles
@@aveautomotive2441 This car is amazing people are always trying to buy it off me the highest offer so far with this high mileage has been 4500! I can't do it! This car is my work horse!
I guess you have the i4? I've read that it's one of the most reliable transmissions. Have you had any vibration and hesitation issues when accelerating (esp. 3/4th gear)? I'm having the ATF refilled several times.
Just bought a 03 for $250, running hot, no heat or A/C, needed brakes, motor mount, power steering pump, and a radiator. I now have $800 in the car and it runs great
My 2007 4cyl vtec automatic has sunroof, leather seats, heated seats. 190,000 just replaced control arms and brakes rotors and calipers , valve cover gasket and plugs. Runs like new! The suspension is solid. Ready for another 100,000!
2007 exl 2.4 with the 5spd manual. Best car I’ve ever had. Bought it in 2010 with 15k on it. Traded it in on a 2021 accord last year. It had 240k on it and was still running fine. Original clutch, although I did have to replace the master and slave cylinders on the clutch hydraulics at around 200k miles. It did burn oil quite a bit by the time I got rid of it. I actually regret trading it in, but at the time I was trying to get the payments down on the 2021 as low as possible. Great car though, I did all the maintenance myself, easy to work on.
I bought my '07 2.4 Accord 11 years ago and have almost 200,000 miles on it. I have had minimal issues with it other than the master window regulator. A couple weeks ago I got the flashing check engine light and my car started to misfire. Had it towed to my mechanic where he found that it had a stretched timing chain and was leaking on the exhaust side of the engine. Digging into it further he found the exhaust valves were pretty crummy and one even had a hole form on it from carbon build up as well as leaking valve gaskets. Not saying that this will happen to you if you by a 7th Gen today but just be aware that it is a possibility with higher mileage.
I have a 07 4cyl with the auto with 170k miles. Fantastic car. Burns a fair bit of oil and needed a transmission oil change when I bought it as it shuddered. All good now and loving the reliability
I have an 05 4 cylinder auto and its a great car. Bought it 9 months ago at 143k miles and its now at 152k. Prior to this car I had an e90 BMW 3-Series, and I like the Accord a lot more, its a much nicer driving experience, it has more space, gets higher MPG and doesn't cost over $1,000 per year to maintain. Not difficult to work on either, I was in a minor crash with mine and I was able to replace the fender, hood and bumper myself (and also had enough cargo space to bring all 3 parts home in one trip). My uncle who had it before me said its one of the best cars he ever had and I have to agree with that.
The 7th gen, specifically 06-07 and EX-L, is the perfect combination of modern features and classic style interior. Things like push button start and button parking brake are not present, however the interior is extremely comfortable and full of features for driving. Cruise, heated seats, sunroof, leather, and others.. makes the car one of the last best cars of our modern times. Now everything is plastic plastic plastic, CVT transmissions everywhere, and electric buttons for everything. Technology is great, I love it, but some things don't belong in a car. (I posted this on another 7th gen video as well, opinion remains the same) Edit - I own an '06, 2.4L coupe, Manual. I can't believe how much I love this car, much more than my 2017 Camry (rip) which was a fantastic car as well. I'm doing everything I can to keep it on the road for years. 192k miles currently.
I agree with much of what you said here. It’s the combination of good features and mechanical/technological simplicity that made this the perfect choice for me. I’m lucky to have found the a manual V6, but I would’ve been just as happy with the excellent 2.4L and the 5-speed…what a great engine. I have no doubt that if we keep them long enough, we will both hit 350k+ miles. I’m not sure what region you’re in, but up here in the Northeast the biggest danger to these is rust. So far so good!
I own a 03 Accord 2.4 EX and I feel exactly the same way. I guess the 2000s was the sweet spot for proven and innovative technology coming together in a perfectly functional way, where everything works in favor of a comfortable driving experience. The only thing I changed was replacing the head unit and audio system.
You wouldn’t believe it but I bought my 7th Gen Accord specifically for the elongated look of the taillights. I find it beautiful. Anyway, I found a 2003 V6 with 50k miles and a yearly Honda service which makes it ridiculously one service under 3k miles, including oil change of course. I had to replace the transmission pump, the engine mounts and the breaks. Here my question, with such low mileage would you change the timing belt? Thank you In advance for your comment and congrats on a very useful video.
That’s awesome! What color combo do you have? I know the 03’-05’ v6 (and 4 cylinders too) had some trans issues, so I’m glad yours seems to be okay. To answer your question, I’d say since it’s a rubber belt you should replace it. Typically you change it based on age or mileage- whichever comes first. I’m guessing it’s original based on the low mileage, so I’d say do as soon as you can… a 19 year old rubber part is not something I’d want to risk. I hope this helps and thanks for your question!
Bought an '07 Accord SE sedan with the K24 and auto trans new in Dec '06. Currently has 120k miles. 17 years of usage and only tires, a couple batteries, fluids and filters so far. No other repairs needed. A fun to drive and very versatile car, great for city driving and decent on the highway. I found that premium tires are necessary to help keep road noise tolerable on the highway. I'll be keeping this great car for many years to come.
@@Carey-whut Just recently changed the spark plugs, tensioner pulley (was a little noisy), and ignition switch in the steering column (old switch was acting up). These were all easy to do myself and inexpensive items. Serpentine belt is original and still looks good, no cracks. I should do the valve adjustment sometime soon.
@@njg875 Thanks for your response! I do NOT know anything about valve adjustment...but, I agree about the tires. I usually get the Michelin tires two at a time...and I agree about easy to work on. I changed my NGK (IR) spark plugs and serpentine belt on my own recently. I have just over 100,400 miles...so I did the work so I would not have to worry about failure soon? I guess preventative maintenance... But, I generally say If it ain't broke don't fix it! My tensioner pulley seemed aligned with that arrow when I changed to a NEW belt! I think they are good cars! 2007 seems like a good year. No problems here! Thanks again! ~ Carey
I just bought a 2007 automatic sedan with 210k miles for $4400 and I LOVE IT!!! No buyer's remorse whatsoever!! He's a little janky cosmetically, but super solid mechanically. And videos like this make me feel confident that I made the right choice! Yay! Lol🙂
Awesome! I’m happy to see people buying high mileage cars-well high mileage cars that can easily double that mileage with proper maintenance. I hope you enjoy it for many years to come! :) mine is janky cosmetically too-makes me love it more lol
That’s crazy they’re that cheap where you live! In New England $4500 for 200k is not a bad deal (as far as the market goes anyway) if it’s otherwise in good condition
Original owner of a 2007 V6 auto sedan. I do all my own maintenance including the timing belt & water pump (I always break the crank pulley by bumping the starter with a breaker bar braced against the lower control arm, works every time). Still my daily with 255,000 miles and all original and the power steering hose recall replace was done at 200k for free after it cracked. Just don’t beat on it, maintain, maintain, maintain. The most unreliable part of any car is the owner.
So true! It’s really amazing what proper maintenance can do. Nick, the big tall guy on our channel, had a 2015 S4 and took it to 150k. Almost no issues except motor mounts and a bad injector towards the end… and it was tuned stage 2! Even the “unreliable” stuff can still be manageable with a careful loving owner. These Honda’s are forever cars with proper maintenance though. I hope you get 500k miles on it someday!
I have a 2004 Accord 2.4L 4 cylinder with 317,000 miles. It burns no oil, though it has developed a number of oil leaks. It has the original transmission and motor correctly maintained with *Honda* ATF fluid and Mobile One extended or annual protection oil.
@@aveautomotive2441 I wanted to add that the car also has: no check engine lights, ice cold AC, all the windows roll up and down, and no feature original to the car is broken.
04 4 cylinder with 207k miles. Its all about transmission fluid changes and not forgetting the transmission filter that some mechanics don't even know exist. Did my transmission drain and fill 3x at 170k + filter and it has shifted like brand new since. These cars are phenomenally bulletproof and low maintenance.
As someone who currently owns a 4-cylinder automatic (2007) and whose father owns a V6 automatic (2006), my preference with an automatic is overwhelmingly the 4-cyl. The low-end torque of the 4 is more apparent than the 6 (which has the advantage of being better for high-end hp and highway passing). For everyday driving, around town, the transmission pairing and the 4 cylinder engine is super easy to live with. It just overall seemed less jerky and better suited for everyday ownership.
When I drove my friends 07 4 cylinder auto I had a bit of a crisis because that engine is just so lovely to live with on a daily basis. I got along very well with the auto in that application also.. great cars.
@@Nicholas-x5p6q 2007 v6 engine got wayyy more hp then the 4 s big difference in passing power with the v6 the 4s not even near the speed and power of the v6 accord
@@onrdetailingnews802 personally, top speed doesn't really concern me. I generally cruise at 70 on the highways, and the i4 5AT combo provides plenty of power to pass at those speeds. My father's V6, while more powerful, had an automatic transmission that did not shift nearly as smoothly. A perfectly fine car, and certaintly faster at passing and accelerating, but not as refined a powertrain. If the v6 had shifted more smoothly, I would recommend that over the 4 cylinder, particularly because the J30 is an extremely reliable engine.
Finally...a thorough and comprehensive review of both the 4 cylinder and 6 cylinder model Accord. I have an 07 6-6 sedan and am coming up on 200k miles. Mine had the 3rd gear pop-out. I took it the dealer and they performed the 3rd gear synchro replacement as detailed in the Honda issued technical service bulletin. Other than this and the timing belt services, I have done the rest of the maintenance myself. My brother had an 06 4 cylinder with the 5 speed. He bought it brand new and recently sold it with 420k miles...primarily due to rust. The engine was never apart and the clutch was original. Synthetic oil every 5k miles since new. I would always recommend using OEM Honda parts, especially axels and suspension components. They may be more expensive but I think it is worth the extra price. The aftermarket parts never seem to fit or last in my opinion.
It’s wonderful that these cars are simple enough to allow a handy owner to do most of the maintenance themselves. I recently replaced a lot of the front suspension (including ball joints and axles etc). It’s honestly a joy to work on. I also do synthetic every 5k…I hope to put over 300k on it during my tenure as owner. 420k! That’s awesome. I’d say it was surprising, but I hear story after story of 7th gen’s reaching that mileage. They really were well built. Thanks for the kind words and I hope 200k comes and goes without any issues for you!
Just bought a 2007 Accord 2.4 167k miles. Immediately changed the plugs (Ruthenium HX) and a high flow air filter. Car runs great zippy as hell plan on keeping it a long time.
I just bought a 05 4 cyl coupe ex with a manual transmission, has 170 miles but super clean. Sounds like I made a good decision. Thanks for the information!
I just bought a single owner 07 v6 ex-l with 325k for 3 grand. It has been garage kept and well maintained, so I have no worries about it lasting at least another 5 years or 200k.
@@aveautomotive2441 unfortunately it's the AT, I had to get something to replace my work vehicle. I also own an 05 civic hybrid with bad CVT that has 315k on it
I am VERY HAPPY with my 2007 Honda Accord (4 cylinder)! Currently at 100,450 miles. Very reliable car! Just changed spark plugs and serpentine belt recently. Pretty easy to work on! DIY 🤪 Do NOT D I E or NO DEI
That’s honestly not a terrible deal given how insane the market is. I got mine before Covid so I got extra extra lucky. I hope you’re enjoying it, they are a joy to daily!
I have an 06 6-6 sedan that I paid $4100 for this past December. Had 224k when I got it (231k now), but no rust whatsoever. I daily it, do all my own maintenance, and am happy with it so far.
@@frankweiland438 Gonna leave the suspension on mine fairly stock, although I will get the TL sway bars at some point. That being said, I do want the aluminum subframe off the TL. Also the aluminum hood, trunk, crash bars, and rear knuckles off the hybrid.
I purchased a new 4dr. LX in 2005 with the manual transmission and 2.4L . It had sat on the lot until the end of the model year because nobody wanted a manual transmission. Being a Master Toyota technician I knew that the manual transmission Accords were the best option for reliability and being fun to drive. Well it’s 2023 and we still have the car. After 160K miles the only gripe I have with the car is the front brakes. The rotors will warp no matter what you do. We’ve never been hard on brakes and have never had issues with the Camrys brakes that we have owned. The Accord had to go back to the dealer before 2000 miles because of the front rotors.They resurfaced them under warranty and that lasted about three thousand miles. Since then I’ve serviced it at my shop and turned the rotors with an on-car lathe and they still pulsate. It’s got 160K on it and I’d have to look at my records to tell you how many sets of front rotors I’ve put on that car. Brembo and O.E. rotors all warp on it. That being said the rest of the car has been perfect for 160K miles. It gets plugs at 100K , oil& filter every 6-7K , coolant and p.s. fluid and brake fluid every 30K and Amsoil MTF every 60K. Cabin filters as needed. I just installed it’s 3rd set of tires . It hit me with a catalyst efficiency code about 30K ago but a can of catalyst cleaner in the tank resolved it. I’d drive it anywhere anytime.
I'm seeing this video 8 months after it being posted and I'm glad somebody at least did it within the past year at all. I'm in the process right now of buying a 4 cylinder 2007 coupe Accord and I couldn't be happier with it considering the price right now being as high as they are everywhere else and I'm finding one with 154,000 miles for 5.6,000 dollars. It comes with the entire kit the navigation screen radio and air conditioning controls with touch screen and the leather seats with heating and the engine was checked out by my personal mechanic that I paid for inspecting because I don't know enough about cars yet and he said it was an amazing shape aside from the engine mounts which are getting replaced by the dealer before I buy at no cost
That’s awesome! 154,000 isn’t even halfway on these, so I hope you get your money’s worth and more. We work on cars all the time and I still pay a more professional set of eyes than my own to check stuff out.. that’s a good move. Did you end up with a stick or auto?
Question: do you find the seats to be some of the most comfortable you’ve ever had? I’ve met a lot of people who say 7th Gen accord and equivalent era Honda seats are just sublime compared to its contemporaries.
Very informative. We have a 2010 CR-v with the k24z4. That thing just sounds great to rev. So much better then the turbo stuff of today. The exhaust valves can get get tight so we’ve adjusted those ourselves. It now has 200k and does burn a little oil. It also has the vtec oil starvation rattle at startup but most mechanics say to leave it alone. Great vid. Looking forward to more of these.
@@danjones3402when we bought the CR-v it at 150k mikes and no mention of water pump in the maintenance records. Now at 205k and no problems. Something we’ll keep and eye on.
Wow 474k! That’s incredible. How is it jumping back and forth between the two? Do you use them for different purposes or just whatever you’re feeling in the moment?
I used to be HARD CORE GM until I bought a 2003 Honda. And never will I regret it. Mines a lower trim accord but it’s a no BS car just as Honda wanted you to think. And after this one dies I’ll buy another one because now I’m attached to the damn things. Now I know why my grandma demanded she gets a Honda after their ford van robbed them and grampa gave in because at the time he didn’t like any modern Chrysler product and he was hard core Chrysler.
Funny. I’ve been a Honda guy from 15 years old to probably 23 ish? In 2013/14 purchased my 13’ civic si brand new to replace an 09’ civic si which was having issues with its slave/master cylinder. 2 years with the 13’ I wanted something faster so I got a 16’ wrx base, was fun but 4 months later it was time for a STI LOL. Never could drive the sti hard as comfortably as any civic without worrying about issues! Now I have a 2012 caprice ppv,07’ accord and a 20’ mazda 3.
I currently have a 2006 Accord coupe v6 and a 2007 Accord sedan 4 cylinder. No way would I choose the four cylinder over the six. For a little sacrifice on fuel economy you get much better power that to me equates to a more fun-to-drive car. I've owned a 1991 coupe and a 2001 V6 coupe and never had costly problems out of either of those either. They are just good vehicles that seem to run forever.
I have 06 2.4 with 125k runs good I’ve replaced a few things in 2 years but nothing serious just old parts that needed to be replaced. Like battery brakes oil pan spark plugs and now I’m thinking the alternator needs to be replaced but I’m going to get it checked to be sure
The J series A5 did have an increase in hp but was heavier so negates any increase. They do run a little cooler with the change in the coolant temp sensors. Have had at least 7 of the 6-Speeds 7th gens. Good review!
I have the 2003 accord coupe v6 got it in 2018 with only 41,500 km. Old man owned. Long story short the transmission went out cost me almost as much as I paid for the entire car to rebuild it with a sonnex update kit. Been driving it each day since up to 89,000 km now. Otherwise great car but due to the inherent transmission issue please stay clear of 2003 v6 unless you enjoy spending 3800 for a rebuild and finding a trustworthy rebuilder is a challenge. I seen my tear down and my sonnex rebuild kit and other parts that went in. A 13 hour job with the tear down of the car and transmission and then rebuild and placing it all back together.
I have a 07 4cyl. They’re easy to work on suspension wise as long as someone wasn’t there before you and stripped stuff out. The suspension does wear out prematurely on them and engine mounts go out to and vibrate like mad. But even when they’re collapsed they still run like scaled apes. I paid $3500 for mine with 125,000 on it and I now have 185,000 on it a year later only work I’ve done was rebuild the front suspension and water pump and power steering pump. Never touched anything in the engine but the 2 pumps never touched the transmission because it’s the automatic and I don’t want to risk changing the fluid in it and have it start slipping. I can say I definitely would buy one again but not a 7th gen I would go for the 8th gen. This cars biggest competitor is the Camry and well the Camry is a better car I had a 02 Camry before the accord and adored it smooth ride and dumb reliable except for oil consumption. Both cars have their ups and downs and both are great cars longevity and comfort Camry shines handling and power the accord shines. The biggest thing to watch for when buying a accord is front suspension and if you do replace it I dont recommend most rock auto parts because you’ll end up having to do it over again in 20,000 miles like I did. Balljoints love going out on these cars thankfully the guy I bought it off had them changed before he sold it since he mainly only sells the 7th gen accords with 4cyl and knows every single problem they have. Radios/climate control go out all the time on these as well as the window control switches on the drivers door. I hear of ac problems on these but haven’t experienced compressor failure thankfully which is the main problem they have. They can be hard to find in some junkyards and if you do they are most likely stripped down before you get to it. If you buy one just use quality suspension parts if you need to replace anything and keep the oil changed every 3-5,000 miles and they will run for a long time. They’re also quite safe in accidents and if they’re totaled they still hold great value for insurance pay out to get a replacement . Just don’t pay more than $4,000 for one if they’re asking $8,000 you’re better off going to find a Camry for that price rather than a accord for the money.
Great info here, thank you! I recently did my ball joints and a bunch of suspension parts including upper and lower control arms, wheel bearings, abs sensors, and outer tie rod ends. I’ve heard the 8th Gen is great but 08-09/10 seems to have some issues and 11-12 is the sweet spot. I hope you’re enjoying yours still!
@@aveautomotive2441 I’m wanting to get rid of it. I’m past enjoyment with it. I’m not having fun with it anymore I did when I first got it. I’m just not excited to go out and drive it. Where I always enjoyed every ride in the Camry because it was a soft quiet ride where the accord is loud and stiff
Also forgot to mention I own a 7th gen 07 4 cylinder sedan in "cool blue", bought it 2.5 years ago at 118k for 7k and it now sits at 131k today. And I also own a 02 6th gen v6 coupe with the crappy auto sitting on 151k in Naples gold metallic with oem half clear tailights. Out of thee 2 the 7th gen feels more peppy while the 6th gen feels more nimble. Bough the 6th gen for 3.7k this year
That’s awesome. My friend has a 2007 4 cylinder auto sedan we drove to nashville and I loved driving it. Definitely had a lot of pep and it made me question my v6 purchase, but I do love my v6. The 2.4 is a fantastic driving experience though… and the 31 mpg doesn’t hurt either lol. I definitely want to drive a 6th Gen… aren’t they under 3,000 lbs? Definitely would make them pretty nimble
Up in New England, a clean 06-07 4cyl 5M is easily $6500, V6 auto about $7500, and 6-6 unicorn is rapidly becoming a collectible pushing 5 figures or beyond. The other factor is many are no longer bone stock, for better and for worse. My 4-cyl 5M has a mild tune and driveability is not perfect, but once it's rolling I can't believe how quick it is. They survive in such numbers because there's no better alternative. What other midsize sedan made in the past 15 years has the looks, performance and handling of these? European cars aside, I have not found one.
Yes the 6-6 is almost impossible to find it seems. Even the 4 cylinder autos are hard to find for under 4-5k- even with higher mileage. Agreed besides some European cars, it’s really hard to find such a good driving experience in a commuter sedan like this. How many miles on your 4-cyl 5M?
@@aveautomotive2441 During covid i bought a 2005 honda accord 2.4 for 3100 with 77k miles on it. Thing drives and handles better than most modern cars. After 2.5 years of ownership so far I only had to replace the battery, tires, and the CV joints.
@@jasperseen7347 if that's manual and clean title that's a crazy find. Looking at an 03 2.4 with 80k miles and great condition and guy is asking 7500. But the prices of cars rn is still bad
@@KalaniThames Hey there, My car is a manual. When someone stole my catalytic converter. The insurance company did not junk my car because the values on the used honda accord went up. So they replaced the cat.
It's very odd. I constantly hear that V6 is more powerful and therefore puts more strain on transmission and brakes...i.e. more transmission problems, excessive brake wear.
I’d have to dive deeper into it, but my assumption is that Honda used the same exact 5-speed unit for both…no beefing up for its use with the v6. The 4 cylinder is killer anyhow!
My sister bought a 04 accord coupe on marketplace with the k24 and it has a grinding sound when starting, worsens in cold weather and I’m sure it’s affecting the timing chain atp because it’s starting to have a slight tick.
We’d honestly love to get a hold of one. One of our friends had one but it got stolen and crashed… gotta find another clean one! I think the 6th gen’s are super clean looking. Nice simple design
I have a 2007 a sedan V6 MT EX-L that it’s just sitting, I’ve been wanting to rebuild. I purchased the car over 8 years ago with 36k miles and now it has less than 90k miles. Not sure if it’s worth the investment to do suspension, wheels, tires, paint, tints, audio system upgrade, etc…
Totally worth it if you ask me! These things are going for 8-9k with under 150k miles..it’s insane. They are so lovely to drive too and with 90k miles you’ll have years to go before you’re worrying about anything but basic maintenance. I’m at 230k on mine now and it’s still got tons of life left.
I always thought the 8th gen looked more like the 03-05 7th gen from behind, than the 6th gen. Specifically, the later 8th generations with light bars on the trunk lid.
I have the coupe 6-6 in San Marino red with tan interior and carbon fiber the sedans are hard to find nor a lot around especially with the 6 speed here in cali I have not seen any 6speeds
Most likely your engine mounts! If the idle is jumping around though that’s more likely to be coil packs, a dirty or broken MAF, or maybe a leak in your intake. Best way to test if it’s your mounts is to have someone rev the engine while you see how much the engine moves. That or visually inspect them for cracks and rips. Hope this helps!
@@aveautomotive2441 Tried my level best to replace with the same configuration used but never got anything even close to it. Mine was fully loaded EXL V6 with nav that I bought new in 2006. It was with hardly 80k miles that I lost last year. I went with 2016 CRV now.
I got the V6 manual 06 the nice red v6 embelm about 217 miles k going to drive it in the ground... I do have the 3rd gear issue. you don't use the Honda Transmission fluid?
On the recommendation of the mechanic who did my pre-purchase inspection, I use pennzoil synchromesh fluid. I drained the Honda fluid and put that in when I bought the car in 2019 and I’ve had no issues including eliminating the 3rd gear popping out thing. I’m about to drain and put in fresh synchromesh fluid this week since it’s been about 40k miles since my last change. What color is yours btw?
I have question. If looked at a 2006 or 2007 Accord four cylinder and the transmission fluid is dark brown or black, should I not buy it? Car faxed do t always show transmission fluid changes. Thanks
I have a 05 accord with 205k and it has BEEN low maintenance until recently sadly 😢 my transmission shifts hard at times so I’m thinking it’s going out, also major oil leaks that are leaking onto the alternator sometimes causing it to not keep charge 😭 I wish I had done ALOT more preventative maintenance smh I will probably just trade in and try and get a low miles 2017 2.4 cylinder since it is the last year without the turbo 🙌🏽
Great Video's, I went to test drive 06 4 cyl. and couldn't get it out of park. Dealer there. Also said hadn't started in few days needed jump. normal? 204,000 mi. $4,000 or 5,000$ .Sweetie I'm 67 on S.S. and just recently bought 2003 Olds. Alero from a Mechanic and got Screwed. My fault for trusting him tho my gut said not to buy it. I do plan on getting a car fax for Honda, it was super clean. The other issue is not much $ to spend on another car. I liked this Honda and know , used I'll need to pay for up keep on maintaince. I know a few things to look for. Suggestions???? What to look or feel for? Thank You
Hi! Apologies for the late response. Yes, many dealers leave cars sitting, which is a pretty crappy thing to do, but it seems to be common practice. Given that Honda’s with low miles are 8-12k now (totally insane), the only reasonable deals are on higher mileage. Based on the cars out there, the 4k range would be reasonable if it’s in good shape. 200k miles isn’t a big deal on the k24 motors especially from 05-07. I would check these things: 1. Suspension… make sure the ball joints have been replaced or a trustworthy mechanic says they are in decent shape. 2. Transmission. Make sure it shifts well into all gears and even at full throttle feels smooth. Also check the fluid and see if the car fax has any record of fluid change. Honda wasn’t known for great transmissions but they can last 250k-300k miles on the 05-07 4 cylinders if properly maintained. Given that it already has 200k… I’d imagine it’s at least been fairly regularly serviced but best to check. 3. Check the oil level. It’s hard to determine if a car is burning oil but you want to make sure this isn’t to a crazy degree. Hopefully they have some kind of 30 day warranty… you’d be able to tell if you drove it 1,000-2,000 miles if it had a serious oil burning problem. Hopefully the car fax will also have some record of oil changes. 4. Make sure the car is checked for leaks. These cars aren’t known for being leaking but I’d make sure the valve covers are done and maybe spend the $100 when you get the car to do plugs. 5. Make sure the power steering isn’t whining. The pumps are known to fail but aren’t super expensive to replace. 6. Listen to the car cold start. After it sits over night you need to hear it start so you can hear if the variable valve timing actuator is good or if it’s wearing out. Just one less repair you’d need to make. Lastly, I’d say that these are really solid cars aside from potential transmission issues but like I said in the video, those are mostly relegated to 03-04 on the 4 cylinders. They are great cars but definitely try to pay as little as possible… they just aren’t worth thousands upon thousands. If this one checked or checks out, it should be a solid 5-6 year car with little maintenance though, assuming things have been kept up by previous owners. Hope this helps and good luck!!
Your Awesome, Thank You so much for the valuable info. I live in Idaho small towns where the roads are horrid. Its really not worth it to have a nice vehicle. I have a Olds. Alero 2003, i think ill just hang on to it since I dont drive very far. Thank You, Your the one I go to , to get the best and honest facts. Love Ya Man
I’m so glad I could help! Feel free to ask me anything. If I don’t know I’ll definitely tell you to ask someone smarter and more experience lol. Good luck with the olds!
Not really! I often get weary of super low mileage 15+ year old commuter cars, because low mileage isn’t always a good thing. These cars, depending on the engine and transmission you get can last for 300k miles without breaking a sweat. I’d always get a PPI or have a trusted car savy friend (or you if you’re a DIY type) take a look before you buy. $3k for an 05’ in good shape is a solid deal!
Damn! That’s a valuable item. Mine is at 230k now. Just spent some money and time to replace most of the suspension components in the front. I figured since I plan on getting 300k miles at least, it’ll hopefully be worth it
Yes, absolutely. Great point, can’t believe I forgot that. So so important on any automatic car… regardless of whether or not they claim “lifetime” fluid.
We're a Honda family,with that being said we're thinking about a 2007 Accord LX automatic with 54,000 original miles for 12,000.00 any advice would be appreciated.
Hi Debbie! I think a 2007 Accord LX auto is a fantastic choice. That said, I almost spit out my coffee when I saw the price. With a transmission replacement somewhere around 250-300k miles, I say you can confidently get 400,000+ miles out of a 4 cylinder 07 Accord. I’m not sure doubling the price is worth the premium for low miles. That said, the prices on 06-07 Accord’s have absolutely skyrocketed lately so the best deals are really at 140,000 or more. That sort of makes it up to you and your family… if you think it’s worth the premium and it’s in perfect shape… it might make sense. Just make sure you get it inspected by a trusted mechanic because older low mileage cars can have issues with dried gaskets and complications that result from sitting. 54k miles in 15 years is only a 3600 a year average. That said, my friend has an 07 he got with 46,000 and it’s been absolute perfection for him and he’s at nearly 100k now. If it seems good to your trusted shop and you plan on keeping it for many many years (assuming you think it’s worth the price) I’d say go for it! Let me know if you have any other questions and good luck :)
@@aveautomotive2441 thank you so much for your insight and advice. I just got off the phone with my husband and we're going to go for it.. You see I never disclosed my husband is a Nissan master technician, that's why we're a Honda family .lol I can say with all honesty the car dealership he works for are not giving us any price cut on this car, to me it's very disappointing. My husband bought a brand new 2000 Honda Accord five speed that he's had for 22 years , with 250,000 still runs great but need a rear subframe and your regular maintenance water pump belt yada yada yada. He could easily do it but I just don't think he wants to work on car's all day and work on ours. We will bite the bullet with this Honda (2007) and plan on having it till the wheels fall off!! And if any mechanical issues down the road he'll be able to fix. He did have some concerns about the transmissions in this Honda, but I think you did a good job explaining that on your channel. I'm a fan of !! Thanks again!!
I don’t know any mechanics that want to come home and do more automotive work so I totally get it! Lol… love that that’s part of why you’re a Honda family 😂 Also a 2000 5 speed accord! I nearly bought one… such incredible cars. Yes the autos are definitely a concern on 7th gen’s but those 06-07 cars seem to be solid in the trans dept. Especially with the 4 cylinder. I’m so glad this video had some info that helped, I hope the Accord lasts you many times many trouble free years to come :)
@@aveautomotive2441 update we've had our 2007 Honda Accord automatic for one week and it's starting to jutter at 35 mph.. O' Boy not good !! Would a torque converter be the answer?? With 54,000 miles you wouldn't think we would be facing this quite so soon.. it has had all its maintenance regularly, I'm baffled.. any advice would be appreciated thanks.
Oh no, I’m sorry you’re having some issues! It’s a huge surprise to have any transmission issues at that mileage on an 07 with a good service history. If the torque converter is bad it would in theory be at any speed… a shudder at 35 mph could be any number of things. Could be that the tires are out of balance, bad alignment. More likely on a Honda it could be a bad axle. I’ve heard of many 7th gen’s that have shudders at 30-35 or 40-45 mph and it’s been an axle. Expensive to go OEM but far cheaper than a transmission issue. I would also check motor mounts! Definitely get that stuff checked out and rule that out before you dive into the transmission. If it is the transmission somehow I’d probably go back to the dealer and see what they can do. Does it only shake around 35 mph? Does it shift smoothly between gears? If so, I’d definitely bet on it being another drivetrain component. That said its certainly possible it could be the torque converter. I might try putting new fluid in as well. Honda autos are EXTREMELY sensitive to transmission fluid type and most techs say to only use the specified Honda blend. Hope this helps!
I think so! Assuming you picked up a 4 cylinder auto, I’ve seen many many go that distance on the original engine and trans. The motor is easily good for 300k, but the trans was known for issues. Most of the 06-07’s seem to be good for at least 200-250k if properly maintained (fluids, filter etc). Hope you have good luck with it!
I have multiple coworkers with 4 cylinder autos with north of 250k on them. Granted I work as a technician at a Honda dealership, so the cars are all well maintained. I myself have an 06 V6 6 speed with 230k that I daily.
Interesting, every time i want to find wideo about Honda Accord 7th generation i’m finding this models(americans i think) in europe is different looking honda! Like 2.2 ictdi for example
My 2-owner 4-cyl automatic has 249k miles and regularly delivers 32mpg highway. However, I disagree with your assessment of its handling. This car is fine for daily driving, but its wet-surface understeer is terrible, bordering on dangerous. I've owned over 100 cars and have raced and instructed, and I've never encountered a car that has such a loose front end.
I’m sorry to hear that! What year, motor, and trans do you have? Usually excess fuel consumption comes down to o2 sensors, fuel injectors, air filter, fuel filter/injectors etc. could be many things. What has been done for routine maintenance recently? I’m happy to help however I can! My Miata was sucking gas recently too and I managed to fix it with a downstream o2 sensor and cleaning the maf
To my understanding a transaxle has nothing to do with transmission type (I.e whether it’s auto or manual, but I could be wrong). Many automatic cars technically have a transaxle, like the automatic version of the Accord featured in the video. A transaxle is different from a transmission because a transmission doesn’t also have to do the job of a differential in addition to transmitting engine power to the wheels through a driveshaft. It would, from my cursory research, be more accurate to say “FWD cars don’t have transmissions”. The CV shafts are connected directly to the “transaxle” in FWD cars which is what technically makes it a transaxle. That said, it’s mostly semantics because people know what I mean when I say transmission, but I appreciate you pointing out that rather interesting technicality. Cheers man!
I think the 07’ 4cyl is an exceptional car. In the current 7th Gen Accord market, $4k seems about right. Might be a touch on the high side, but I’m seeing 150k ish mile examples listed for $5k-7k, so I don’t think it’s unreasonable. If you get it checked out by a professional or someone you trust, I don’t think it’s a gamble to buy a high mileage one. I bought mine with 182k on the clock and it’s running like a dream 45k miles later. They are some of Honda’s best cars, so as long as it was maintained it should get you through at least 5-6 years depending on your annual mileage and the transmission.
Generally, the recommended interval to change is 120k-130k. My friends 2007 2.4 cylinder still has under 100k, so he hasn’t changed his yet. It may be wise to change it just due to age, but so far no issues on his!
@@aveautomotive2441I see. Very true, I'm do for mines being done at 158k. When I turn on my ac it's starts to shake and a louder noise than normal is coming for that area of the car. My mechanic thought it was the bearing on the tensioner pulley but after seeing it shake I believe it's the water pump. I was just curious and thanks for the response...
Yeah probably worth changing. It wouldn’t cost much more to do the idler pulley and whatever else could be making noise while you’re in there. Good luck with the repair! They really are fantastic cars.
The 2.4 water pumps have proven to be bulletproof. 300K on the original pump is not uncommon. In our shop the the 7th Gen is the most reliable Accords we’ve ever serviced.
My dad has a 2003 4 cyl auto, 170ish thousand miles. Biggest issue...AC compressor. I have a 2011 4 cyl auto, 204 thousand miles. Biggest issue.....alternator failing at 203k. These cars with the 2.4 are damn near bulletproof. Both fully loaded ex-l sedan models and all accessories still work on both cars. I've replaced the blower motor and master window switch on mine which again is the 2011. All after it hit 200k back in November. Rock solid cars IMO
Just went and looked at odometer...204,842 miles. It did say "check fuel cap" though and the cap is tight so it must be bad. Funny that pops up after I leave that comment 😂 no biggie though with this mileage.
My friend’s dad had a 2010 that hit 460k! He was a scout for the mlb and drove constantly. I think he still has an accord with some ungodly amount of miles lol
Yeah like I said in the video, I know a guy who put 400k+ miles on multiple 4-cylinder Accords. Crazy how long they hold up. That said, I have nearly 235k on my V6 and it still runs and drives like new too. Can’t go wrong with a 7th Gen stick!
@@aveautomotive2441 That and the V6 gets almost the same MPG as the I4. Maybe a couple less in the city, about the same on the highway. I've gotten 30 on mine, and that was cruising at 85+ mph.
It’s not as common as some have said, based on my experience. 03-07 Honda’s and a similar year range of Acura’s (and actually 97-02 Accord’s as well) had more failures compared to other brands, but it wasn’t something that seemed so widespread that it was a common failure point. There was never a recall to my knowledge, though some swear there is a design flaw that causes separation. That said, the reported failures seemed to happen about 10-12 years after the original purchase of the vehicle. There are a lot of high mileage Honda’s out there, so my theory is that they just flat wore out. 150-200k miles seems to be about the lifespan of most suspension components. I also suspect that many of the failures were due to lack of service… I’ve monitored mine as well as my friends and everything seems in good shape. I’ll definitely look into this a little more deeply and update if anything happens! I’d feel safe saying it’s not much to worry about if you get your car serviced regularly.
The v6 autos are good for 100k, 2.4 are fine. When someone says "just pop" it usually means they havent or arent capable of doing it. Lets see a valve adjustment mr. Know it all! The rear bank wiring harness is mounted in a plastic housing that doesnt allow easy access. Done dozens of them & you know nothing about it.
Thank you for your comment! I’ll make a video for our viewers when I do it to my car. Currently at 228k it doesn’t need one. I’ve done valve covers on other j30 and as a rookie myself is just isn’t that hard. Totally agreed on the v6 autos though, hence why I did not recommend them in the vid. Feel free to link any data or videos you have for our viewers to see in order to add validity to your comment. Cheers man!
@@aveautomotive2441 the cylinder management engines that came in later sucked. You got one of the good ones, with t,belts 500000 is not out of the qiestion.
You’ve got a v6 manual sedan with 400 miles? That’s insane! Any 15 year old accord with less than a 1000 miles is basically unheard of. Right now I’ve seen prices for a 200k mile examples of the 6-6 sedan going for 8500… kind of silly, but hey if the market says it’s worth that much… it is.
ABSOLUTELY, YOU SHOULD GET ONE OF THESE. I bought a 07 for 5k with 120k miles. I put 1.4k into the maintenance (tune up, brakes/rotors, water pump, idler pulley, and one motor mount). That car runs like new! For a total of 6k ish! Can't beat that! There is no car payment, and I have a car that I can drive until 250k miles.
That’s a great deal! Totally right too-no car payment and no worries for quite a few years with a well kept 7th Gen
So a 06 ex 4 cylinder with 132k miles for 5k be a good deal? Clean tittle. Also looking at a 2007 civic ex with 120 k miles for 5,500. I like both but don’t know which one to choose
@El Vale in this market, it's a great deal. An 8th or 9th gen civic is also a good buy.
Nice! It will run much longer than that I'm sure but even if it crapped out at 200k you'd be ahead of most in this market
Just picked up a 07 with 125k on it. Just did entire front suspension, new brakes, tires and alignment. Rn I'm 3700 all in.
I bought a 2006 Accord 4 cylinder with an auto transmission last March 2021. Recently changed the coils and spark plugs as well as the upper and lower control arms. Now the car drives and feels brand new. Keeping it foreve!
The 4 cylinder auto is a phenomenal car. I’m replacing the control arms on my v6.. can’t wait to see how it feels!
I bought EXL version at 36K and have been driving it since 2008. Kept it maintained very well with Mobil1 synthetic oil changes and regular transmission oil changes with Honda ATF. Although had few issues like any other car, have replaced catalytic converter, struts, starter, one of the O2 sensors, steering rack and pinion (due to a minor accident) and did throttle body and EGR cleaning couple of times myself. At 170K, it's got great gas mileage and now I have to replace headliner! I guess that must have been caused by sunroof because my old Camry 2K doesn't have this issue. Overall, I think this is a great car, but if I have a choice, I would go with a Toyota because my of past experience.
@@aveautomotive2441 upper or lower?
Lower or upper control arms?
Accurate review of the 7th gen accords. Fun to drive, very reliable, resilient engine, enough DIY room, etc.
I bought my '05 EX (V6 auto) about a year ago with 302k miles, currently it has 324k miles. Only issues I've had were the lower control arm bushings and the power steering pump. Both were just worn out after 18 years and 300k+ miles. Also worth mentioning the car was a one owner car and had full service records all from the dealer that sold the car brand new. Oil change every 3k miles. Transmission, coolant, power steering, and brake fluid flush every 75k, and timing belt every 100k.
That’s incredible! Damn, your Honda is a faithful friend to last so long. Do you know if the transmission is original? It’s funny, a reliable car can go 200k miles with limited maintenance, but proper maintenance unlocks a whole other level of longevity!
Nothing to be surprised! Just take good care of your car and you can make 500 000 miles easily!!!
Did you ever get a valve adjustment?
my first car 2005 accord 2.4. I got that car at 52k miles 5 years later its sitting at 103k, the engines are bulletproof so far no issues. Only thing is the lower ball joints tend to wear out quickly
I hope you’re able to keep it on the road for many years. The 2.4 accords are really awesome. I’ll have to keep an eye out for my lower ball joints…didn’t know about that!
Resilient engine, I agree.
But I disagree about the lower ball joints. I think they are sturdy too.
Replace stabilizer links when they are weak, keep your tyre pressures up and do regular front wheel alignment. That way, you shouldn't have ball joint issues.
My 2003 accord 2.4L automatic transmission has 366k miles! It's my hustler very dependable and reliable!!
366k? damn! I’m trying to catch up lol. I recently popped in new control arms, ball joints, and some other suspension components so hopefully it’s ready to roll for another 150k-200k miles
@@aveautomotive2441 This car is amazing people are always trying to buy it off me the highest offer so far with this high mileage has been 4500! I can't do it! This car is my work horse!
I guess you have the i4? I've read that it's one of the most reliable transmissions. Have you had any vibration and hesitation issues when accelerating (esp. 3/4th gear)? I'm having the ATF refilled several times.
I got the 4 cylinder 06 for 4000 with 164k miles and I love it. I feels great!
@That V8 Life did you get it? Cause i recently got mine like more than a month ago exactly like yours but an lx with 93k miles for 5.5k
Just bought a 03 for $250, running hot, no heat or A/C, needed brakes, motor mount, power steering pump, and a radiator. I now have $800 in the car and it runs great
How TF did you get that deal
That's a GREAT gamble
This is the best generation accord. No question.
Best blend of features and mechanical simplicity.
Amen to that.
06-07 best years of them to get but all them Good 👍
My 2007 4cyl vtec automatic has sunroof, leather seats, heated seats. 190,000 just replaced control arms and brakes rotors and calipers , valve cover gasket and plugs. Runs like new! The suspension is solid. Ready for another 100,000!
Great video enjoyed watching, love my 06 Accord V6 6-speed 290k and counting never will get rid of it.
Thank you! I’m hoping to keep mine for years to come too
Did you ever get a valve adjustment on yours ?
2007 exl 2.4 with the 5spd manual. Best car I’ve ever had. Bought it in 2010 with 15k on it. Traded it in on a 2021 accord last year. It had 240k on it and was still running fine. Original clutch, although I did have to replace the master and slave cylinders on the clutch hydraulics at around 200k miles. It did burn oil quite a bit by the time I got rid of it. I actually regret trading it in, but at the time I was trying to get the payments down on the 2021 as low as possible. Great car though, I did all the maintenance myself, easy to work on.
Thanks for your honesty.. I was looking for a v6 but I think I'll consider 2.4 L, purely based on maintenance cost and labor.
Good choice. Greater fuel economy and reliability. I have a 2010 Accord EX 2.4 L 4cyl. automatic. Bought used 2 years ago, no issues.
True, especially if you'd go DIY, the 2.4L has enough DIY room.
Sorry to hear that.
Nice review... Detailed and well explained for both the 4 Cyl & 6 Cyl models ... Thank you.
Thank you!!
I bought my '07 2.4 Accord 11 years ago and have almost 200,000 miles on it. I have had minimal issues with it other than the master window regulator. A couple weeks ago I got the flashing check engine light and my car started to misfire. Had it towed to my mechanic where he found that it had a stretched timing chain and was leaking on the exhaust side of the engine. Digging into it further he found the exhaust valves were pretty crummy and one even had a hole form on it from carbon build up as well as leaking valve gaskets. Not saying that this will happen to you if you by a 7th Gen today but just be aware that it is a possibility with higher mileage.
I have a 07 4cyl with the auto with 170k miles. Fantastic car. Burns a fair bit of oil and needed a transmission oil change when I bought it as it shuddered. All good now and loving the reliability
I have a 03 v6 absolutely flawless, no issues
Heck yeah! What color combo, is it auto or manual, and how many miles? I hope that it lasts you many more years either way
I have an 05 4 cylinder auto and its a great car. Bought it 9 months ago at 143k miles and its now at 152k. Prior to this car I had an e90 BMW 3-Series, and I like the Accord a lot more, its a much nicer driving experience, it has more space, gets higher MPG and doesn't cost over $1,000 per year to maintain. Not difficult to work on either, I was in a minor crash with mine and I was able to replace the fender, hood and bumper myself (and also had enough cargo space to bring all 3 parts home in one trip). My uncle who had it before me said its one of the best cars he ever had and I have to agree with that.
I bought my 07 Accord with 89000 miles on it 3years ago for 5 grand! 4 cylinder with auto. Love that car! Oh and still running like a champ! 🏆
I have a 03 accord v6 paid 2400 for it has been one of the best cars ive ever bought and has plenty of power
I am going to buy my first car, a 2007 2.4 Accord for sure!
Hell yeah! The 2.4L’s are terrific
The 7th gen, specifically 06-07 and EX-L, is the perfect combination of modern features and classic style interior. Things like push button start and button parking brake are not present, however the interior is extremely comfortable and full of features for driving. Cruise, heated seats, sunroof, leather, and others.. makes the car one of the last best cars of our modern times. Now everything is plastic plastic plastic, CVT transmissions everywhere, and electric buttons for everything.
Technology is great, I love it, but some things don't belong in a car.
(I posted this on another 7th gen video as well, opinion remains the same)
Edit - I own an '06, 2.4L coupe, Manual. I can't believe how much I love this car, much more than my 2017 Camry (rip) which was a fantastic car as well. I'm doing everything I can to keep it on the road for years. 192k miles currently.
I agree with much of what you said here. It’s the combination of good features and mechanical/technological simplicity that made this the perfect choice for me. I’m lucky to have found the a manual V6, but I would’ve been just as happy with the excellent 2.4L and the 5-speed…what a great engine. I have no doubt that if we keep them long enough, we will both hit 350k+ miles. I’m not sure what region you’re in, but up here in the Northeast the biggest danger to these is rust. So far so good!
I own a 03 Accord 2.4 EX and I feel exactly the same way. I guess the 2000s was the sweet spot for proven and innovative technology coming together in a perfectly functional way, where everything works in favor of a comfortable driving experience. The only thing I changed was replacing the head unit and audio system.
@@thefunkybassist9916android aftermarket?
@@aveautomotive2441rust is non existent if you rust proof it yearly. Fluid film works wonders
Yes Android with every modern feature: gps, 4G, 10 inch Full HD screen, even digital audio which sounds insanely good
You wouldn’t believe it but I bought my 7th Gen Accord specifically for the elongated look of the taillights. I find it beautiful. Anyway, I found a 2003 V6 with 50k miles and a yearly Honda service which makes it ridiculously one service under 3k miles, including oil change of course. I had to replace the transmission pump, the engine mounts and the breaks. Here my question, with such low mileage would you change the timing belt? Thank you In advance for your comment and congrats on a very useful video.
That’s awesome! What color combo do you have?
I know the 03’-05’ v6 (and 4 cylinders too) had some trans issues, so I’m glad yours seems to be okay.
To answer your question, I’d say since it’s a rubber belt you should replace it. Typically you change it based on age or mileage- whichever comes first. I’m guessing it’s original based on the low mileage, so I’d say do as soon as you can… a 19 year old rubber part is not something I’d want to risk. I hope this helps and thanks for your question!
I agree. I look the long tail rather than the short tail. It's fine on the coupe.
If not, definitely due to age. Rubber belts will dry rot the same as tires.
YES! Change it asap
@@aveautomotive2441 it’s the silver blue with black interiors in leather :)
Bought an '07 Accord SE sedan with the K24 and auto trans new in Dec '06. Currently has 120k miles. 17 years of usage and only tires, a couple batteries, fluids and filters so far. No other repairs needed.
A fun to drive and very versatile car, great for city driving and decent on the highway. I found that premium tires are necessary to help keep road noise tolerable on the highway.
I'll be keeping this great car for many years to come.
I have an '07 Honda Accord also! Have you changed your spark plugs or serpentine belt on yours yet? Just curious. I have a 4 cylinder.
@@Carey-whut Just recently changed the spark plugs, tensioner pulley (was a little noisy), and ignition switch in the steering column (old switch was acting up). These were all easy to do myself and inexpensive items. Serpentine belt is original and still looks good, no cracks. I should do the valve adjustment sometime soon.
@@njg875 Thanks for your response! I do NOT know anything about valve adjustment...but, I agree about the tires. I usually get the Michelin tires two at a time...and I agree about easy to work on. I changed my NGK (IR) spark plugs and serpentine belt on my own recently. I have just over 100,400 miles...so I did the work so I would not have to worry about failure soon? I guess preventative maintenance... But, I generally say If it ain't broke don't fix it! My tensioner pulley seemed aligned with that arrow when I changed to a NEW belt! I think they are good cars! 2007 seems like a good year. No problems here! Thanks again! ~ Carey
I just bought a 2007 automatic sedan with 210k miles for $4400 and I LOVE IT!!! No buyer's remorse whatsoever!! He's a little janky cosmetically, but super solid mechanically. And videos like this make me feel confident that I made the right choice! Yay! Lol🙂
Awesome! I’m happy to see people buying high mileage cars-well high mileage cars that can easily double that mileage with proper maintenance. I hope you enjoy it for many years to come! :) mine is janky cosmetically too-makes me love it more lol
200k mikes? For almost 4.5k gawd dam where u live at these go for 3k 100k-150k and 200k miles for 2.5k
That’s crazy they’re that cheap where you live! In New England $4500 for 200k is not a bad deal (as far as the market goes anyway) if it’s otherwise in good condition
Original owner of a 2007 V6 auto sedan. I do all my own maintenance including the timing belt & water pump (I always break the crank pulley by bumping the starter with a breaker bar braced against the lower control arm, works every time). Still my daily with 255,000 miles and all original and the power steering hose recall replace was done at 200k for free after it cracked. Just don’t beat on it, maintain, maintain, maintain. The most unreliable part of any car is the owner.
So true! It’s really amazing what proper maintenance can do. Nick, the big tall guy on our channel, had a 2015 S4 and took it to 150k. Almost no issues except motor mounts and a bad injector towards the end… and it was tuned stage 2! Even the “unreliable” stuff can still be manageable with a careful loving owner. These Honda’s are forever cars with proper maintenance though. I hope you get 500k miles on it someday!
I have a 2004 Accord 2.4L 4 cylinder with 317,000 miles. It burns no oil, though it has developed a number of oil leaks. It has the original transmission and motor correctly maintained with *Honda* ATF fluid and Mobile One extended or annual protection oil.
I have heard the automatics are best with the OEM Honda fluid. 317k is impressive but weirdly common! Those k24s just don’t quit
@@aveautomotive2441 I wanted to add that the car also has: no check engine lights, ice cold AC, all the windows roll up and down, and no feature original to the car is broken.
03 for 3k 110k miles and manual, only issue ive had outside of normal wear and tear is the radio which i installed a new one, 9/10 recommend
04 4 cylinder with 207k miles. Its all about transmission fluid changes and not forgetting the transmission filter that some mechanics don't even know exist. Did my transmission drain and fill 3x at 170k + filter and it has shifted like brand new since. These cars are phenomenally bulletproof and low maintenance.
As someone who currently owns a 4-cylinder automatic (2007) and whose father owns a V6 automatic (2006), my preference with an automatic is overwhelmingly the 4-cyl. The low-end torque of the 4 is more apparent than the 6 (which has the advantage of being better for high-end hp and highway passing). For everyday driving, around town, the transmission pairing and the 4 cylinder engine is super easy to live with. It just overall seemed less jerky and better suited for everyday ownership.
When I drove my friends 07 4 cylinder auto I had a bit of a crisis because that engine is just so lovely to live with on a daily basis. I got along very well with the auto in that application also.. great cars.
@@aveautomotive2441 They really are. I love yours too! Someday I want the 6 speed manual. Great video!
@@Nicholas-x5p6q 2007 v6 engine got wayyy more hp then the 4 s big difference in passing power with the v6 the 4s not even near the speed and power of the v6 accord
@@onrdetailingnews802 personally, top speed doesn't really concern me. I generally cruise at 70 on the highways, and the i4 5AT combo provides plenty of power to pass at those speeds.
My father's V6, while more powerful, had an automatic transmission that did not shift nearly as smoothly. A perfectly fine car, and certaintly faster at passing and accelerating, but not as refined a powertrain. If the v6 had shifted more smoothly, I would recommend that over the 4 cylinder, particularly because the J30 is an extremely reliable engine.
Finally...a thorough and comprehensive review of both the 4 cylinder and 6 cylinder model Accord. I have an 07 6-6 sedan and am coming up on 200k miles. Mine had the 3rd gear pop-out. I took it the dealer and they performed the 3rd gear synchro replacement as detailed in the Honda issued technical service bulletin. Other than this and the timing belt services, I have done the rest of the maintenance myself.
My brother had an 06 4 cylinder with the 5 speed. He bought it brand new and recently sold it with 420k miles...primarily due to rust. The engine was never apart and the clutch was original. Synthetic oil every 5k miles since new.
I would always recommend using OEM Honda parts, especially axels and suspension components. They may be more expensive but I think it is worth the extra price. The aftermarket parts never seem to fit or last in my opinion.
It’s wonderful that these cars are simple enough to allow a handy owner to do most of the maintenance themselves. I recently replaced a lot of the front suspension (including ball joints and axles etc). It’s honestly a joy to work on. I also do synthetic every 5k…I hope to put over 300k on it during my tenure as owner.
420k! That’s awesome. I’d say it was surprising, but I hear story after story of 7th gen’s reaching that mileage. They really were well built.
Thanks for the kind words and I hope 200k comes and goes without any issues for you!
Just bought a 2007 Accord 2.4 167k miles. Immediately changed the plugs (Ruthenium HX) and a high flow air filter. Car runs great zippy as hell plan on keeping it a long time.
I just bought a 05 4 cyl coupe ex with a manual transmission, has 170 miles but super clean. Sounds like I made a good decision. Thanks for the information!
Excellent car vid. I just got a 03 . Not so pretty but a super driver. Thanks
I just got a V6 coupe (Manual obviously) the sound is absolutely wonderful
They do make a pretty noise. How many miles?
@@aveautomotive2441 206,000. Not ideal but hey it's still running amazing. Pretty rusty and it has some bruises but hey it's my first car
You still got at least another 100k out of it! I saw a guy who had 430k on his. Amazing
I just bought a single owner 07 v6 ex-l with 325k for 3 grand. It has been garage kept and well maintained, so I have no worries about it lasting at least another 5 years or 200k.
That’s awesome! And here I was thinking I had high mileage at 235k lol. Auto or manual?
@@aveautomotive2441 unfortunately it's the AT, I had to get something to replace my work vehicle. I also own an 05 civic hybrid with bad CVT that has 315k on it
I am VERY HAPPY with my 2007 Honda Accord (4 cylinder)! Currently at 100,450 miles. Very reliable car! Just changed spark plugs and serpentine belt recently. Pretty easy to work on! DIY 🤪 Do NOT D I E or NO DEI
Sinchromech for that 3rd gear issue, is very correct. It will be fix.. but still you want to treat the car with love.
You got a great deal on your car. I have an 06, V6, 6-speed manual sedan. It’s clean and I paid $6500 with 140k in California.
That’s honestly not a terrible deal given how insane the market is. I got mine before Covid so I got extra extra lucky. I hope you’re enjoying it, they are a joy to daily!
I have an 06 6-6 sedan that I paid $4100 for this past December. Had 224k when I got it (231k now), but no rust whatsoever. I daily it, do all my own maintenance, and am happy with it so far.
Getting ready to replace the clutch and install all Acura TL Type -S coil-over suspension and swaybars
@@frankweiland438 Gonna leave the suspension on mine fairly stock, although I will get the TL sway bars at some point. That being said, I do want the aluminum subframe off the TL. Also the aluminum hood, trunk, crash bars, and rear knuckles off the hybrid.
@@SkylineFTW97 is the Aluminum TL subframe a direct bolt in?
I purchased a new 4dr. LX in 2005 with the manual transmission and 2.4L . It had sat on the lot until the end of the model year because nobody wanted a manual transmission. Being a Master Toyota technician I knew that the manual transmission Accords were the best option for reliability and being fun to drive. Well it’s 2023 and we still have the car. After 160K miles the only gripe I have with the car is the front brakes. The rotors will warp no matter what you do. We’ve never been hard on brakes and have never had issues with the Camrys brakes that we have owned. The Accord had to go back to the dealer before 2000 miles because of the front rotors.They resurfaced them under warranty and that lasted about three thousand miles. Since then I’ve serviced it at my shop and turned the rotors with an on-car lathe and they still pulsate. It’s got 160K on it and I’d have to look at my records to tell you how many sets of front rotors I’ve put on that car. Brembo and O.E. rotors all warp on it.
That being said the rest of the car has been perfect for 160K miles. It gets plugs at 100K , oil& filter every 6-7K , coolant and p.s. fluid and brake fluid every 30K and Amsoil MTF every 60K. Cabin filters as needed. I just installed it’s 3rd set of tires . It hit me with a catalyst efficiency code about 30K ago but a can of catalyst cleaner in the tank resolved it. I’d drive it anywhere anytime.
I just bought a 2007 Honda Accord with 208000 miles for 2800$ the transmission and motor runs very smoothly
4 cylinder auto? Either way that’s awesome!
I'm seeing this video 8 months after it being posted and I'm glad somebody at least did it within the past year at all. I'm in the process right now of buying a 4 cylinder 2007 coupe Accord and I couldn't be happier with it considering the price right now being as high as they are everywhere else and I'm finding one with 154,000 miles for 5.6,000 dollars. It comes with the entire kit the navigation screen radio and air conditioning controls with touch screen and the leather seats with heating and the engine was checked out by my personal mechanic that I paid for inspecting because I don't know enough about cars yet and he said it was an amazing shape aside from the engine mounts which are getting replaced by the dealer before I buy at no cost
That’s awesome! 154,000 isn’t even halfway on these, so I hope you get your money’s worth and more. We work on cars all the time and I still pay a more professional set of eyes than my own to check stuff out.. that’s a good move. Did you end up with a stick or auto?
Right on, love my 07. 8 years of ownership. Besides maintenance. headliner is pined back up, few motor mounts, and did blinker relay today.
Question: do you find the seats to be some of the most comfortable you’ve ever had? I’ve met a lot of people who say 7th Gen accord and equivalent era Honda seats are just sublime compared to its contemporaries.
Very informative. We have a 2010 CR-v with the k24z4. That thing just sounds great to rev. So much better then the turbo stuff of today. The exhaust valves can get get tight so we’ve adjusted those ourselves. It now has 200k and does burn a little oil. It also has the vtec oil starvation rattle at startup but most mechanics say to leave it alone. Great vid. Looking forward to more of these.
At what miles did you have to replace your water pump?
@@danjones3402when we bought the CR-v it at 150k mikes and no mention of water pump in the maintenance records. Now at 205k and no problems. Something we’ll keep and eye on.
Exactly. That's the K24 alright.
And yes, leave that rattle alone.
I have 2006 4 Cyl with 5-speed & 2007 6 Cyl(AUTO) models. I like both cars. i have 474K miles on 4 cyl and 153k miles on V6.
Wow 474k! That’s incredible. How is it jumping back and forth between the two? Do you use them for different purposes or just whatever you’re feeling in the moment?
I used to be HARD CORE GM until I bought a 2003 Honda. And never will I regret it. Mines a lower trim accord but it’s a no BS car just as Honda wanted you to think. And after this one dies I’ll buy another one because now I’m attached to the damn things. Now I know why my grandma demanded she gets a Honda after their ford van robbed them and grampa gave in because at the time he didn’t like any modern Chrysler product and he was hard core Chrysler.
Funny. I’ve been a Honda guy from 15 years old to probably 23 ish? In 2013/14 purchased my 13’ civic si brand new to replace an 09’ civic si which was having issues with its slave/master cylinder. 2 years with the 13’ I wanted something faster so I got a 16’ wrx base, was fun but 4 months later it was time for a STI LOL. Never could drive the sti hard as comfortably as any civic without worrying about issues! Now I have a 2012 caprice ppv,07’ accord and a 20’ mazda 3.
I currently have a 2006 Accord coupe v6 and a 2007 Accord sedan 4 cylinder. No way would I choose the four cylinder over the six. For a little sacrifice on fuel economy you get much better power that to me equates to a more fun-to-drive car. I've owned a 1991 coupe and a 2001 V6 coupe and never had costly problems out of either of those either. They are just good vehicles that seem to run forever.
I have 06 2.4 with 125k runs good I’ve replaced a few things in 2 years but nothing serious just old parts that needed to be replaced. Like battery brakes oil pan spark plugs and now I’m thinking the alternator needs to be replaced but I’m going to get it checked to be sure
The J series A5 did have an increase in hp but was heavier so negates any increase. They do run a little cooler with the change in the coolant temp sensors. Have had at least 7 of the 6-Speeds 7th gens.
Good review!
I have the 2003 accord coupe v6 got it in 2018 with only 41,500 km. Old man owned. Long story short the transmission went out cost me almost as much as I paid for the entire car to rebuild it with a sonnex update kit. Been driving it each day since up to 89,000 km now. Otherwise great car but due to the inherent transmission issue please stay clear of 2003 v6 unless you enjoy spending 3800 for a rebuild and finding a trustworthy rebuilder is a challenge. I seen my tear down and my sonnex rebuild kit and other parts that went in. A 13 hour job with the tear down of the car and transmission and then rebuild and placing it all back together.
Sleeper for sure!
you got a great deal on yours
thanks for the informative and indepth review, im looking at an 06, ill let you know if i buy it
Glad we could help! Definitely let us how you like it if you end up buying.
@@aveautomotive2441 it got sold from under me
I have a 06 accord with 338k and still runs smooth
I have a 07 4cyl. They’re easy to work on suspension wise as long as someone wasn’t there before you and stripped stuff out. The suspension does wear out prematurely on them and engine mounts go out to and vibrate like mad. But even when they’re collapsed they still run like scaled apes. I paid $3500 for mine with 125,000 on it and I now have 185,000 on it a year later only work I’ve done was rebuild the front suspension and water pump and power steering pump. Never touched anything in the engine but the 2 pumps never touched the transmission because it’s the automatic and I don’t want to risk changing the fluid in it and have it start slipping. I can say I definitely would buy one again but not a 7th gen I would go for the 8th gen. This cars biggest competitor is the Camry and well the Camry is a better car I had a 02 Camry before the accord and adored it smooth ride and dumb reliable except for oil consumption. Both cars have their ups and downs and both are great cars longevity and comfort Camry shines handling and power the accord shines. The biggest thing to watch for when buying a accord is front suspension and if you do replace it I dont recommend most rock auto parts because you’ll end up having to do it over again in 20,000 miles like I did. Balljoints love going out on these cars thankfully the guy I bought it off had them changed before he sold it since he mainly only sells the 7th gen accords with 4cyl and knows every single problem they have. Radios/climate control go out all the time on these as well as the window control switches on the drivers door. I hear of ac problems on these but haven’t experienced compressor failure thankfully which is the main problem they have. They can be hard to find in some junkyards and if you do they are most likely stripped down before you get to it. If you buy one just use quality suspension parts if you need to replace anything and keep the oil changed every 3-5,000 miles and they will run for a long time. They’re also quite safe in accidents and if they’re totaled they still hold great value for insurance pay out to get a replacement . Just don’t pay more than $4,000 for one if they’re asking $8,000 you’re better off going to find a Camry for that price rather than a accord for the money.
Great info here, thank you! I recently did my ball joints and a bunch of suspension parts including upper and lower control arms, wheel bearings, abs sensors, and outer tie rod ends. I’ve heard the 8th Gen is great but 08-09/10 seems to have some issues and 11-12 is the sweet spot. I hope you’re enjoying yours still!
@@aveautomotive2441 I’m wanting to get rid of it. I’m past enjoyment with it. I’m not having fun with it anymore I did when I first got it. I’m just not excited to go out and drive it. Where I always enjoyed every ride in the Camry because it was a soft quiet ride where the accord is loud and stiff
Also forgot to mention I own a 7th gen 07 4 cylinder sedan in "cool blue", bought it 2.5 years ago at 118k for 7k and it now sits at 131k today. And I also own a 02 6th gen v6 coupe with the crappy auto sitting on 151k in Naples gold metallic with oem half clear tailights. Out of thee 2 the 7th gen feels more peppy while the 6th gen feels more nimble. Bough the 6th gen for 3.7k this year
That’s awesome. My friend has a 2007 4 cylinder auto sedan we drove to nashville and I loved driving it. Definitely had a lot of pep and it made me question my v6 purchase, but I do love my v6. The 2.4 is a fantastic driving experience though… and the 31 mpg doesn’t hurt either lol. I definitely want to drive a 6th Gen… aren’t they under 3,000 lbs? Definitely would make them pretty nimble
Up in New England, a clean 06-07 4cyl 5M is easily $6500, V6 auto about $7500, and 6-6 unicorn is rapidly becoming a collectible pushing 5 figures or beyond.
The other factor is many are no longer bone stock, for better and for worse. My 4-cyl 5M has a mild tune and driveability is not perfect, but once it's rolling I can't believe how quick it is.
They survive in such numbers because there's no better alternative. What other midsize sedan made in the past 15 years has the looks, performance and handling of these?
European cars aside, I have not found one.
Yes the 6-6 is almost impossible to find it seems. Even the 4 cylinder autos are hard to find for under 4-5k- even with higher mileage. Agreed besides some European cars, it’s really hard to find such a good driving experience in a commuter sedan like this. How many miles on your 4-cyl 5M?
@@aveautomotive2441 During covid i bought a 2005 honda accord 2.4 for 3100 with 77k miles on it. Thing drives and handles better than most modern cars. After 2.5 years of ownership so far I only had to replace the battery, tires, and the CV joints.
@@jasperseen7347 if that's manual and clean title that's a crazy find. Looking at an 03 2.4 with 80k miles and great condition and guy is asking 7500. But the prices of cars rn is still bad
@@KalaniThames Hey there, My car is a manual. When someone stole my catalytic converter. The insurance company did not junk my car because the values on the used honda accord went up. So they replaced the cat.
It's very odd. I constantly hear that V6 is more powerful and therefore puts more strain on transmission and brakes...i.e. more transmission problems, excessive brake wear.
I’d have to dive deeper into it, but my assumption is that Honda used the same exact 5-speed unit for both…no beefing up for its use with the v6. The 4 cylinder is killer anyhow!
I just got a 2003 ex v6 automatic model for my first car but so far its still working i just gotta get it a new ac system
Still a great car. Hopefully you don’t have any trouble, but I’d despite the potential trans issues I’d rather gamble on an accord than a 3 series lol
My sister bought a 04 accord coupe on marketplace with the k24 and it has a grinding sound when starting, worsens in cold weather and I’m sure it’s affecting the timing chain atp because it’s starting to have a slight tick.
You should cover the 6th gen accords when you can. They also suffer with a weak 4 speed auto transmission when paired with a v6 option.
We’d honestly love to get a hold of one. One of our friends had one but it got stolen and crashed… gotta find another clean one! I think the 6th gen’s are super clean looking. Nice simple design
@@aveautomotive2441 they are very nice but just like the 1st gen crvs and civics of that era they suffer from a very weak anti theft device.
I have a 2007 a sedan V6 MT EX-L that it’s just sitting, I’ve been wanting to rebuild. I purchased the car over 8 years ago with 36k miles and now it has less than 90k miles. Not sure if it’s worth the investment to do suspension, wheels, tires, paint, tints, audio system upgrade, etc…
Totally worth it if you ask me! These things are going for 8-9k with under 150k miles..it’s insane. They are so lovely to drive too and with 90k miles you’ll have years to go before you’re worrying about anything but basic maintenance. I’m at 230k on mine now and it’s still got tons of life left.
If you don’t build it. Sell it a lot of people looking to buy them including myself
Best first car ever
Agreed! :)
I have a 2005 accord v6, it’s been a long time that I faced with a TCS sign on dash, no one could fix it!
I always thought the 8th gen looked more like the 03-05 7th gen from behind, than the 6th gen. Specifically, the later 8th generations with light bars on the trunk lid.
I'm picking up a 06 ex 118k 4cyl miles tomorrow for 6k.
Awesome! That’s a solid deal for that mileage in this market. What color and transmission?
@@aveautomotive2441 silver auto trans, I'm gonna try to get it lower down to 5.5k .
The 4 cylinder feels a little punchier both because of DOHC and it has considerably longer stroke.
Oh cool! I didn’t know the longer stroke attributed to that eager feel. That’s really interesting
I have the coupe 6-6 in San Marino red with tan interior and carbon fiber the sedans are hard to find nor a lot around especially with the 6 speed here in cali I have not seen any 6speeds
That’s awesome! I’m a bit jealous of the red. Such a great color on the 6-6… on the 7th Gen in general actually.
i have a little vibration when in drive while idle in the 4 cylinder ‘06
Most likely your engine mounts! If the idle is jumping around though that’s more likely to be coil packs, a dirty or broken MAF, or maybe a leak in your intake. Best way to test if it’s your mounts is to have someone rev the engine while you see how much the engine moves. That or visually inspect them for cracks and rips. Hope this helps!
I so loved my 07 v6 accord…unfortunately lost someone hit it and it was totaled. Cry each time I watch…😢
I would cry if mine got totaled too :/ That’s awful. What did you replace it with?
@@aveautomotive2441 Tried my level best to replace with the same configuration used but never got anything even close to it. Mine was fully loaded EXL V6 with nav that I bought new in 2006. It was with hardly 80k miles that I lost last year. I went with 2016 CRV now.
just got my 06 v6 accord back from a tune up and she only has 98k on it
Wow that’s basically a new car. You have the timing belt and water pump done?
I got the V6 manual 06 the nice red v6 embelm about 217 miles k going to drive it in the ground... I do have the 3rd gear issue. you don't use the Honda Transmission fluid?
On the recommendation of the mechanic who did my pre-purchase inspection, I use pennzoil synchromesh fluid. I drained the Honda fluid and put that in when I bought the car in 2019 and I’ve had no issues including eliminating the 3rd gear popping out thing. I’m about to drain and put in fresh synchromesh fluid this week since it’s been about 40k miles since my last change. What color is yours btw?
Im about to go pick up a 5 speed for 2500
Very good review. Easy to understand and follow. Thanks🙂
Thank you so much! If you have any questions about anything we didn’t cover, feel free to ask!
I have question. If looked at a 2006 or 2007 Accord four cylinder and the transmission fluid is dark brown or black, should I not buy it? Car faxed do t always show transmission fluid changes. Thanks
Sorry for the misspellings😟
I have a 05 accord with 205k and it has BEEN low maintenance until recently sadly 😢 my transmission shifts hard at times so I’m thinking it’s going out, also major oil leaks that are leaking onto the alternator sometimes causing it to not keep charge 😭 I wish I had done ALOT more preventative maintenance smh I will probably just trade in and try and get a low miles 2017 2.4 cylinder since it is the last year without the turbo 🙌🏽
Did you get rid of the car? I think the oil leak you speak of is actually pretty easy to fix.
Also, have you ever changed the transmission fluid?
Great Video's, I went to test drive 06 4 cyl. and couldn't get it out of park. Dealer there. Also said hadn't started in few days needed jump. normal? 204,000 mi. $4,000 or 5,000$ .Sweetie I'm 67 on S.S. and just recently bought 2003 Olds. Alero from a Mechanic and got Screwed. My fault for trusting him tho my gut said not to buy it. I do plan on getting a car fax for Honda, it was super clean. The other issue is not much $ to spend on another car. I liked this Honda and know , used I'll need to pay for up keep on maintaince. I know a few things to look for. Suggestions???? What to look or feel for? Thank You
Hi! Apologies for the late response. Yes, many dealers leave cars sitting, which is a pretty crappy thing to do, but it seems to be common practice. Given that Honda’s with low miles are 8-12k now (totally insane), the only reasonable deals are on higher mileage. Based on the cars out there, the 4k range would be reasonable if it’s in good shape. 200k miles isn’t a big deal on the k24 motors especially from 05-07. I would check these things: 1. Suspension… make sure the ball joints have been replaced or a trustworthy mechanic says they are in decent shape. 2. Transmission. Make sure it shifts well into all gears and even at full throttle feels smooth. Also check the fluid and see if the car fax has any record of fluid change. Honda wasn’t known for great transmissions but they can last 250k-300k miles on the 05-07 4 cylinders if properly maintained. Given that it already has 200k… I’d imagine it’s at least been fairly regularly serviced but best to check. 3. Check the oil level. It’s hard to determine if a car is burning oil but you want to make sure this isn’t to a crazy degree. Hopefully they have some kind of 30 day warranty… you’d be able to tell if you drove it 1,000-2,000 miles if it had a serious oil burning problem. Hopefully the car fax will also have some record of oil changes. 4. Make sure the car is checked for leaks. These cars aren’t known for being leaking but I’d make sure the valve covers are done and maybe spend the $100 when you get the car to do plugs. 5. Make sure the power steering isn’t whining. The pumps are known to fail but aren’t super expensive to replace. 6. Listen to the car cold start. After it sits over night you need to hear it start so you can hear if the variable valve timing actuator is good or if it’s wearing out. Just one less repair you’d need to make.
Lastly, I’d say that these are really solid cars aside from potential transmission issues but like I said in the video, those are mostly relegated to 03-04 on the 4 cylinders. They are great cars but definitely try to pay as little as possible… they just aren’t worth thousands upon thousands. If this one checked or checks out, it should be a solid 5-6 year car with little maintenance though, assuming things have been kept up by previous owners.
Hope this helps and good luck!!
Your Awesome, Thank You so much for the valuable info. I live in Idaho small towns where the roads are horrid. Its really not worth it to have a nice vehicle. I have a Olds. Alero 2003, i think ill just hang on to it since I dont drive very far. Thank You, Your the one I go to , to get the best and honest facts. Love Ya Man
I’m so glad I could help! Feel free to ask me anything. If I don’t know I’ll definitely tell you to ask someone smarter and more experience lol. Good luck with the olds!
Is there a good or bad mileage to buy it at? I’m looking to buy a 2005 for 3000
Not really! I often get weary of super low mileage 15+ year old commuter cars, because low mileage isn’t always a good thing. These cars, depending on the engine and transmission you get can last for 300k miles without breaking a sweat. I’d always get a PPI or have a trusted car savy friend (or you if you’re a DIY type) take a look before you buy. $3k for an 05’ in good shape is a solid deal!
@@aveautomotive2441 Thank you so much man. I'm looking at one with 170k miles. This has been a great help!
Timing belt sucks. I would not dare change it myself because if I make a mistake,...game over.
It’s a scary game to play. I’m happy I got out unscathed!
I have a 2006 6-6 sedan with 79k!
Damn! That’s a valuable item. Mine is at 230k now. Just spent some money and time to replace most of the suspension components in the front. I figured since I plan on getting 300k miles at least, it’ll hopefully be worth it
Make sure to drain and refill your atf
Yes, absolutely. Great point, can’t believe I forgot that. So so important on any automatic car… regardless of whether or not they claim “lifetime” fluid.
I prefer the 7 taillights over the 7.5 tbh
I feel you! My brother prefers the 7 as well
We're a Honda family,with that being said we're thinking about a 2007 Accord LX automatic with 54,000 original miles for 12,000.00 any advice would be appreciated.
Hi Debbie! I think a 2007 Accord LX auto is a fantastic choice. That said, I almost spit out my coffee when I saw the price. With a transmission replacement somewhere around 250-300k miles, I say you can confidently get 400,000+ miles out of a 4 cylinder 07 Accord. I’m not sure doubling the price is worth the premium for low miles. That said, the prices on 06-07 Accord’s have absolutely skyrocketed lately so the best deals are really at 140,000 or more. That sort of makes it up to you and your family… if you think it’s worth the premium and it’s in perfect shape… it might make sense. Just make sure you get it inspected by a trusted mechanic because older low mileage cars can have issues with dried gaskets and complications that result from sitting. 54k miles in 15 years is only a 3600 a year average. That said, my friend has an 07 he got with 46,000 and it’s been absolute perfection for him and he’s at nearly 100k now. If it seems good to your trusted shop and you plan on keeping it for many many years (assuming you think it’s worth the price) I’d say go for it! Let me know if you have any other questions and good luck :)
@@aveautomotive2441 thank you so much for your insight and advice. I just got off the phone with my husband and we're going to go for it.. You see I never disclosed my husband is a Nissan master technician, that's why we're a Honda family .lol
I can say with all honesty the car dealership he works for are not giving us any price cut on this car, to me it's very disappointing.
My husband bought a brand new 2000 Honda Accord five speed that he's had for 22 years , with 250,000 still runs great but need a rear subframe and your regular maintenance water pump belt yada yada yada. He could easily do it but I just don't think he wants to work on car's all day and work on ours.
We will bite the bullet with this Honda (2007) and plan on having it till the wheels fall off!! And if any mechanical issues down the road he'll be able to fix. He did have some concerns about the transmissions in this Honda, but I think you did a good job explaining that on your channel.
I'm a fan of !! Thanks again!!
I don’t know any mechanics that want to come home and do more automotive work so I totally get it! Lol… love that that’s part of why you’re a Honda family 😂 Also a 2000 5 speed accord! I nearly bought one… such incredible cars. Yes the autos are definitely a concern on 7th gen’s but those 06-07 cars seem to be solid in the trans dept. Especially with the 4 cylinder. I’m so glad this video had some info that helped, I hope the Accord lasts you many times many trouble free years to come :)
@@aveautomotive2441 update we've had our 2007 Honda Accord automatic for one week and it's starting to jutter at 35 mph.. O' Boy not good !!
Would a torque converter be the answer?? With 54,000 miles you wouldn't think we would be facing this quite so soon.. it has had all its maintenance regularly, I'm baffled.. any advice would be appreciated thanks.
Oh no, I’m sorry you’re having some issues! It’s a huge surprise to have any transmission issues at that mileage on an 07 with a good service history. If the torque converter is bad it would in theory be at any speed… a shudder at 35 mph could be any number of things. Could be that the tires are out of balance, bad alignment. More likely on a Honda it could be a bad axle. I’ve heard of many 7th gen’s that have shudders at 30-35 or 40-45 mph and it’s been an axle. Expensive to go OEM but far cheaper than a transmission issue. I would also check motor mounts! Definitely get that stuff checked out and rule that out before you dive into the transmission. If it is the transmission somehow I’d probably go back to the dealer and see what they can do. Does it only shake around 35 mph? Does it shift smoothly between gears? If so, I’d definitely bet on it being another drivetrain component. That said its certainly possible it could be the torque converter. I might try putting new fluid in as well. Honda autos are EXTREMELY sensitive to transmission fluid type and most techs say to only use the specified Honda blend. Hope this helps!
Check ball joints they ade known for doing kachow
I got a 07 Accord with 130k you think I can get close to 300k on stock engine and trans?
I think so! Assuming you picked up a 4 cylinder auto, I’ve seen many many go that distance on the original engine and trans. The motor is easily good for 300k, but the trans was known for issues. Most of the 06-07’s seem to be good for at least 200-250k if properly maintained (fluids, filter etc). Hope you have good luck with it!
I have multiple coworkers with 4 cylinder autos with north of 250k on them. Granted I work as a technician at a Honda dealership, so the cars are all well maintained. I myself have an 06 V6 6 speed with 230k that I daily.
That’s awesome! You have fine taste
Interesting, every time i want to find wideo about Honda Accord 7th generation i’m finding this models(americans i think) in europe is different looking honda! Like 2.2 ictdi for example
Can you help me to get type of this Honda Accord talking to you from Ghana
My 2-owner 4-cyl automatic has 249k miles and regularly delivers 32mpg highway.
However, I disagree with your assessment of its handling.
This car is fine for daily driving, but its wet-surface understeer is terrible, bordering on dangerous. I've owned over 100 cars and have raced and instructed, and I've never encountered a car that has such a loose front end.
Mines is guzzling gas what to do
I’m sorry to hear that! What year, motor, and trans do you have? Usually excess fuel consumption comes down to o2 sensors, fuel injectors, air filter, fuel filter/injectors etc. could be many things. What has been done for routine maintenance recently? I’m happy to help however I can! My Miata was sucking gas recently too and I managed to fix it with a downstream o2 sensor and cleaning the maf
@@aveautomotive2441 07 EX accord 134k miles auto 4 Inline
@@bestcity0979 how much mpg are you getting?
@@swagkidm1021.5 MPG on a 12 G tank
FYI, manuals don't have "transmissions," they have transaxles but ok
To my understanding a transaxle has nothing to do with transmission type (I.e whether it’s auto or manual, but I could be wrong). Many automatic cars technically have a transaxle, like the automatic version of the Accord featured in the video. A transaxle is different from a transmission because a transmission doesn’t also have to do the job of a differential in addition to transmitting engine power to the wheels through a driveshaft. It would, from my cursory research, be more accurate to say “FWD cars don’t have transmissions”. The CV shafts are connected directly to the “transaxle” in FWD cars which is what technically makes it a transaxle. That said, it’s mostly semantics because people know what I mean when I say transmission, but I appreciate you pointing out that rather interesting technicality. Cheers man!
I’ve got the same Bluetooth radio thing!
Is it practical to buy a ‘07 4cyl with 200k on it for 4 grand?
I think the 07’ 4cyl is an exceptional car. In the current 7th Gen Accord market, $4k seems about right. Might be a touch on the high side, but I’m seeing 150k ish mile examples listed for $5k-7k, so I don’t think it’s unreasonable. If you get it checked out by a professional or someone you trust, I don’t think it’s a gamble to buy a high mileage one. I bought mine with 182k on the clock and it’s running like a dream 45k miles later. They are some of Honda’s best cars, so as long as it was maintained it should get you through at least 5-6 years depending on your annual mileage and the transmission.
At what miles did you guys have to replace the water pump on your 2.4 accord?
Generally, the recommended interval to change is 120k-130k. My friends 2007 2.4 cylinder still has under 100k, so he hasn’t changed his yet. It may be wise to change it just due to age, but so far no issues on his!
@@aveautomotive2441I see. Very true, I'm do for mines being done at 158k. When I turn on my ac it's starts to shake and a louder noise than normal is coming for that area of the car. My mechanic thought it was the bearing on the tensioner pulley but after seeing it shake I believe it's the water pump. I was just curious and thanks for the response...
Yeah probably worth changing. It wouldn’t cost much more to do the idler pulley and whatever else could be making noise while you’re in there. Good luck with the repair! They really are fantastic cars.
The 2.4 water pumps have proven to be bulletproof. 300K on the original pump is not uncommon. In our shop the the 7th Gen is the most reliable Accords we’ve ever serviced.
My dad has a 2003 4 cyl auto, 170ish thousand miles. Biggest issue...AC compressor. I have a 2011 4 cyl auto, 204 thousand miles. Biggest issue.....alternator failing at 203k. These cars with the 2.4 are damn near bulletproof. Both fully loaded ex-l sedan models and all accessories still work on both cars. I've replaced the blower motor and master window switch on mine which again is the 2011. All after it hit 200k back in November. Rock solid cars IMO
Just went and looked at odometer...204,842 miles. It did say "check fuel cap" though and the cap is tight so it must be bad. Funny that pops up after I leave that comment 😂 no biggie though with this mileage.
My friend’s dad had a 2010 that hit 460k! He was a scout for the mlb and drove constantly. I think he still has an accord with some ungodly amount of miles lol
@@aveautomotive2441 thats insane ! Hoping mine makes it there. So far still running 206k now !
03 accord ex 4 banger does have a belt
The K24A4 and K24A8 both have a timing chain.
so take away
stick with 06-07
inline 4
5 speed over automatic tranny
Pretty much lol!
2.4 is better. Mine has 235k. Drives like new. Adjust the valves every 100k., Drain and refill the trans every 20k.
Yeah like I said in the video, I know a guy who put 400k+ miles on multiple 4-cylinder Accords. Crazy how long they hold up. That said, I have nearly 235k on my V6 and it still runs and drives like new too. Can’t go wrong with a 7th Gen stick!
V6 got that power 4s are weak in a honda accord 07 always get that v6 244 hp
The v6 does bump power by nearly 80 hp. Definitely worth it if you really want the power
@@aveautomotive2441 That and the V6 gets almost the same MPG as the I4. Maybe a couple less in the city, about the same on the highway. I've gotten 30 on mine, and that was cruising at 85+ mph.
Unless you're racing or driving fast the 2.4 has more than enough power in my opinion. Many people mod their cars off the k24 engine block...
@@danjones3402 it nothing like 👍 the v6 vtech honda accord 3.0 or 3.5 they got the power
@@danjones3402 and the v6 gets about the same gas ⛽ mileage 30 hwy 26 in town and way more powerful then the 4 cylinder honda
I heard this honda accord normally has ball joints issues. How true?
It’s not as common as some have said, based on my experience. 03-07 Honda’s and a similar year range of Acura’s (and actually 97-02 Accord’s as well) had more failures compared to other brands, but it wasn’t something that seemed so widespread that it was a common failure point. There was never a recall to my knowledge, though some swear there is a design flaw that causes separation. That said, the reported failures seemed to happen about 10-12 years after the original purchase of the vehicle. There are a lot of high mileage Honda’s out there, so my theory is that they just flat wore out. 150-200k miles seems to be about the lifespan of most suspension components. I also suspect that many of the failures were due to lack of service… I’ve monitored mine as well as my friends and everything seems in good shape. I’ll definitely look into this a little more deeply and update if anything happens! I’d feel safe saying it’s not much to worry about if you get your car serviced regularly.
Had it for about a year don’t know if the previous owners actually changed them or not they said they did but I definitely had to change it recently
What mileage/year on yours? What were your symptoms? That sucks you had to get them changed though :/
The v6 autos are good for 100k, 2.4 are fine. When someone says "just pop" it usually means they havent or arent capable of doing it. Lets see a valve adjustment mr. Know it all! The rear bank wiring harness is mounted in a plastic housing that doesnt allow easy access. Done dozens of them & you know nothing about it.
Thank you for your comment! I’ll make a video for our viewers when I do it to my car. Currently at 228k it doesn’t need one. I’ve done valve covers on other j30 and as a rookie myself is just isn’t that hard. Totally agreed on the v6 autos though, hence why I did not recommend them in the vid. Feel free to link any data or videos you have for our viewers to see in order to add validity to your comment. Cheers man!
@@aveautomotive2441 the cylinder management engines that came in later sucked. You got one of the good ones, with t,belts 500000 is not out of the qiestion.
I have one like that but it’s in way better condition only 400 miles it’s a 2007
You’ve got a v6 manual sedan with 400 miles? That’s insane! Any 15 year old accord with less than a 1000 miles is basically unheard of. Right now I’ve seen prices for a 200k mile examples of the 6-6 sedan going for 8500… kind of silly, but hey if the market says it’s worth that much… it is.