What is the best year Honda Accord ?
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- Опубліковано 23 жов 2022
- Former Honda mechanic tells you the best years to buy the Honda Accord. I'll tell you the best years to get a used Honda Accord and exactly why these years are the most dependable.
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Bought my 2008 exl accord at 121k and it was essentially a brand-new vehicle. I've driven it to 210k over 7 years of ownership. I gotta say, right around 175k to 200k several engine accessories needed replaced. I changed the starter, alternator, and timing chain assembly. I just recently had suspension bushings and a wheel hub replaced. Other people may have different experiences, I have driven mine like a bat outta hell, and spent 2 years in a cold northern state with harsh winters and road salt. I went from a 2003 chevy cavalier with a 5 speed, to this. It was like driving a supercar compared to what I was used to. Fun trivia fact, Honda has been a successful participant in F1 racing since 1964. They are a racing company that builds cars to stay afloat.
Yes you’re right. Honda makes a lot of things.. small engines, motorcycles etc etc
I was just about to sell my 2011 accord but I decided to keep it! Thank you! You are the best!
Keep it as long as possible! Lol New cars average price is 40,000 and most are not as reliable because of the technology needed to increase the average miles per gallon (ie direct injection, high pressure fuel systems, turbos etc) 💯
I know next to nothing about cars and currently shopping for my first one, definitely gunna take your advice, thanks for the information 🙏🏽
You’re welcome. Check out this video where I give tips about used car shopping.
m.ua-cam.com/video/P3dttpD7cCU/v-deo.html
Also, if your need an automatic, don't be afraid to look at a Civic.
@@johnlozauskas778are automatic civics better than automatic accords?
Man your a legend. Never thought that kids could not drive a manual. That's a good enough reason for me too get a manual. Better fuel as well.
Also cheaper to replace a clutch than to replace an automatic transmission. 👍 Yeah there have been reports of young people trying to car jack manual transmission cars and then not being able to drive them away lol
I have to agree and another note, super easy to modify and do headgasket work too! I bought mine off a guy for 1200 because his head gasket went bad! I replaced it along with the intake gasket and added a few modifications to get it looking nice!
Wow 1200$ and you fixed it easily..
Awesome ! 👍 Nothing beats a car that’s easy to work on. 🛠️
Great insights Going to get a 2009 - four-cylinder. Awesome to drive.
Thanks bro 👍
Hey man first time come across your channel pretty interesting appreciate your reply
No problem 👍
More of a Toyota/Lexus guy here but like Hondas too. Had two manual Accords - a 2003 4 cylinder and now a 2014 v6 coupe. The Honda manuals are great, and this 2014 V6 with the standard I got is a blast to drive. I think you hit the nail on the head about the simple engines before 2013 in the 4 cylinder engines and also the automatic transmission issues on Hondas. My dad has a 2012 CRV with the same 2.4L and it's very solid but I do maintain the transmission to try to keep the fluid fresh.
Great video!
Thanks 👍 Yeah that 2014 Accord Coupe is a really great looking car. It’s an underrated gem. I was considering getting one before I got my second Camry 💯
@@MJ100k Yeah I like it a lot. I think I'll have it a long time. I had a 2015 Camry V6 before this and though the powertrain and tranny were very nice, it was boring and uncomfortable compared to the Accord.
thanks for the advice. Just started shopping for a camry or accord. Up here in the rust belt Rusted out Subframes have become a major problem. This is a problem across all brands it seems.
You’re welcome. I worked as a mechanic in Michigan, so I’ve seen a lot of rusty cars. Lol It’s a problem for everyone. Have a mechanic look under any used car before you buy it. Some rust is ok but once it gets really bad, it becomes a safety concern.
Nice video man, I appreciate your work.
Thank you 👍💯
I own a 2010 Exl 190hp Accord. Bought it in 2013 with 50,000 miles for 16grand. It now has 210,000 miles, I have OCD with maintenance to keep it honest. But the car has been bulletproof and absolutely love it. Side note there are 2 4cylinders offered one has 177hp and the other 190hp. Watch out for that.
210,000 miles…. Very nice 👍 Plenty of life left ! 🚗🛠️
Will be subscribing. Awesome content. I’ve got a 17 Sport manual and I luv this car! Do w several mods to make it stand out from the norm.
Thanks ! Glad to have you as a subscriber 👍💯
Have 2011 accord 2.4 liter, good to hear thanks. Though I did have to replace the vtc sprocket recently, it has run well.
Nice 👍
Did that end up fixing the cold start rattle?
I bought my 08 a year and a half ago for only 3500 Canadian...I'm in Toronto...with 150,000 miles on it and I love it...4 cylinder, 5 speed...fun to drive, cheap to fix and super reliable ❤❤❤❤
Nice 👍 A 4 cylinder Honda engine and a manual trans are a match made in car Heaven 😉
Great review.
Thank you 👍
GREAT video because of timing belt I got 2014 honda accord coupe v4 instead of v6
Although I see that cvt sucks in honda but I still got no problem and its running smooth thanks for the video!
Yeap that year Accord coupe looks awesome 👍 It’s definitely better to have the timing chain.
I bought the same car for the same reason, cvt isn’t bad they hold up with maintenance but you can’t go as crazy as the regular auto. The v6 auto transmissions of this gen also have some electrical problems that seem to be pretty common and a giant pain to fix properly
I bought a 2013 Honda accord EXL four-cylinder at Carmax at the end of 2021 with only 40,000 miles and I absolutely love the car. I’m about to hit 70,000 miles right now and knock on wood I haven’t had any issues so far with the 2.4L Earthdreams technology.
Nice 👍 If I were you - I’d drain and fill the oil every 2500 miles and do a full oil change with filter every 5000. Mobile 1 full synthetic… OEM filter. That’s what I’m doing on my Camry lol
I have a 2010 LX-P w/ almost 130K miles on it! Had it for 3 years and its been my favorite so far!
Nice 👍 Keep it forever 😍
@@MJ100k definitely planning to do so!
I had the 2006 7th Gen Accord with a 2.4 Liter engine and it is also one of the best Accord you can buy. It had over 400,000 kilometers when I bought it and just changed the spark plugs, tires and battery and drove it for 50,000 more kilometers with no problems.
Nice 👍
7th gen was way better than 8th
@@TheDannyGetz why ?
@@MJ100k power to weight, mpgs, reliability, the list goes on haha 7th gen is one of the best accords! Not to mention the 6-6 sedan!
@@TheDannyGetz Everybody has their favorite 🤩💯
Yooo , that's badass! I love my 2012 accord exl 2.4l v4. It's zippy, low-maintenance, has good fuel economy, and not bad looking either! Get's me where I need to go, and it's decked out with all the bells and whistles besides nav -.- that was in the v6 model lol you saying that 140 miles still has lots and lots and lots of life yet made me and my wallet smile because now I'm at like 132k lmao Thanks for the video!
Yup you can keep that car another 20 years if you want lol
If the engine or trans ever go (many years from now) you can just easily drop in a rebuilt unit. It’s a very popular engine and trans so the cost won’t be too high..
Just take it to a car wash frequently to avoid rust. (As with any car) And keep the interior clean..
In car Navigation is obsolete- using the NAVI in your phone is more accurate and up to date.
Enjoy not having to make 800$ a month car payments 😁👍
@MJ100k thanks bro, i appreciate the advice! Good luck out there!
@@kempwood_foo 👍💯🚗
I love your videos. Keep it up
For me the 2010 -2012 is one of the best honda ever built.we share same opinion 👍
Followed by the Honda 2007,both are great cars.
I plan to lol Thanks bro 👍
Five years ago I got my 2012 accord L4 with 9000 miles, now with 57000 best car ever, not planning in changing it anytime soon.
You got another 950,000 miles left in that car 👍🛠️
@@MJ100k 😎 awesome
That 8th gen coupe in the thumbnail though ❤️❤️❤️
I've always liked those Accord coupes. I was working at a Honda dealer when they came out. I put a factory body kit on one. It was awesome !
@@MJ100k yes although i think the face lifted ones in V6 trim are the best looking ones
good stuff.. thanks!
No problem 👍💯
I agree with the author of this video 100%. It is a great reliable car. Those K24Z are great engines. Transmission is ok, I mean it is absolutely non sporty or I would even say slow, but it is reliable if you change fluid on time. And those who talk and complains about oil burn. Buy those used Accords where previous owners had heads on their shoulders and changed oils not more than 5k miles, and it will not burn oil even after 200K miles. In case it will, those burns will be minor and quite acceptable. In comparison with modern vehicles 2010-2012 are solid bulletproof vehicles! And it is also true that those Aisin transmission in Toyotas are better than Honda made ones. Well, take care about your transmissions. Drive gently. Accord is not a sports car so drive it accordingly and change your fluids on time
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I can attest to this fact! I drive an ex-government 8th gen Honda Accord 2.4 (here is Malaysia it's rebadges as Proton Perdana, for VIP government officials). Bought it ridiculously cheap at 50k mileage. Now sailing to 200k. Drives like brand new! Only regular oil changes and services since then. And yeah, a busted front shaft at 190k service. Other than that, looks like it could easily go to the moon and back! It's comfortable, solid, spacious, superb gas mileage. Like you said, this is the time when Honda nailed it perfect. Later generations only add more complications and technology which does put a dent in Honda's reputation for reliability. I think for all automakers the sweet spot for reliable cars is between the late 90s and early 2000s where there is a fine balance between mechanical reliability and technology complexity.
Absolutely! I think there was a sweet spot for Honda, and many other OEMs, during this time period. Right before things got a lot more complicated…
Good update and review
Thank you 👍
Your welcome.
The Honda Accord 2006 and 2007 is an absolutely great ride if not the best
I drove my sister's Honda accord 2010 today for 300km
The car consumed 17 to 20 llitres
The eighth generation, in my opinion, is the apex, top of the mountain as far as Accord styling goes. Larger, better proportions, much more classic styling than the Accords that came before it or after it. I personally like the interiors better in Gen 8 too. You're right----the interior space/room is fantastic. This is basically a full-sized car being sold as a mid-sized. I will say, I picked the V6. Got a decent deal on a beautiful EX-L V6 and had a dealer do the timing belt----even with that expense, still a good deal. It's a highway cruiser----maybe not up to the standard of my Lexus LS460 V8 on the turnpike----but the Accord is a sportier handling car, and you get that nice exhaust sound and some pleasing road noise that the Lexus insulates you from. I like a little "vroom" with my driving, LOL. Both the 4 and V6 in this generation are known to burn some oil----so you have to keep an eye on that. People say the cylinder deactivation in the V6 causes problems with the piston rings/other issues, hopefully improved by the 2011-2012 model year. Not an issue in all of them, and there are actually products on the market that you can install to make it run on 6 cylinders full time and stop the deactivation nonsense. Honda and other manufacturers moved to cylinder deactivation to try to comply with stupid government mandates for fleet fuel economy, but at the expense of reliability. With the 4 cylinders, not sure why there is sometimes excessive oil consumption, other than piston ring design not being up to usual Honda standards. All that said, these are still reliable engines/reliable, desirable cars and for styling, the best Honda Accords ever produced in my opinion. In 2024, you can find nice examples with about 100,000 miles, for $9500.00-$12,500.00. For that amount, you get Honda durability, great styling, strong performance, spacious interior volume and likely another 100,000+ miles of driving without a lot of drama. They are a strong value in my opinion, if you can find a good deal on one. Oh, and if you like coupes, don't sleep on the coupe. Great video by the way!
Thank you👍 Bro- I was working at a Honda dealership as a mechanic when this generation came out. People LOVED them! I wanted one too lol They were selling so fast they barely stayed on the lot. I actually did one of the first OEM option body kits on a Coupe in the US. I took my time on it and it came out looking AMAZING. Good times 🚗💯
but honda civic have rusting issues in the rear wheel wells till teh rocker panels. Ive seen some accords with rust as well in my area too sadly
I have a 96 Honda accord in my opinion golden car and I’m sitting at 183k mileage now got it at 175k
Nice 👍 That Accord is just getting started at 183k lol
I recently sold my 2017 Honda Odyssey Touring and traded it for a 2023 Honda Pilot EX-L. But me and my dad have researched a 2012 Honda Accord sedan just as a fun vehicle and the one I found was 2012 top of the line excellent mileage automatic transmission that would be a fun car to drive and ride in
Nice 👍 Whenever buying a used … Try and screen the previous owner. That’s the key to buying any used car. Here’s a couple videos on how to do that:
Master Mechanic shares 3 NEW secrets for picking a GREAT used car !
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How to buy the BEST used Lexus ES350. Shop SMART !
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Got a 08 2.4 accord with 210k runs like new amazing car i would suggest getting a accord without direct ing.
Nice 👍
Where was the 9.5 gen (2016-17) on the list?
I agree, the 8th gen was definitely peak Accord.
Facts 💯 I do like the new ones that just came out…. We’ll have to see how they hold up in a few years 🤔
I love my 2007 Accord. K24a8 bullet proof.
Nice 👍
2012 Honda coupe exl owner with the Honda sport 19 inch rims love it will never get rid of her wish someone would do a body comparison with 2008-2010 vs 2011-2012 much love for the Honda coupe gang
I bought a 2012 EX-L sedan. I like the rear end styling of the 2011-2012 better----but all of the 8th generation years are classic looking. Some people like the early ones better----all are great looking vehicles.
@@funktron4 my opinion the 4 doors look more classic than the coupes can’t go wrong with either one though
2006 Honda Accord V6 owner here, replaced transmission at 181k miles and still going
Nice 👍
just bought a 2001 1.8i manual with 90.000km, interior and paint in mint condition. needs a new belt next year, new brakes and the back bumper is almost rusted away which german regualation agency probably wont like. if those expendable parts are replaced im confident its gonna run a long ass time before I need to replace anything major. accords are reliable af
also whats your opinion on the 6th gens?
@@luca4k484 6th gen 1998-2002. Yeah they’re good. Really old at this point. So should really baby it at this point. Make sure you do all the maintenance. Trans can be a weak spot so watch that. If you’ve never changed the fluid you might as well leave it in there at this point. But if it’s been changed… change about every 30,000 miles. Don’t flush it… Just drain and fill it with the OEM fluid. Don’t drive it around all fast. If you take care of it you may get another 10 years or more out of it 👍
I listened bro ✊🏿
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It’s crazy because other people say to avoid the 2008-2012 models, and only get the 2013 and up 🤦🏾♂️ . idk who to believe. I’m looking at the 2008 2.4l 169k miles for 5k
What is their reasoning behind saying get 2013 and up ? I would avoid the 2013 and 2014 because it was the start of using direct injection and a cvt transmission. Many times when a new engine or transmission is introduced they have a few bugs to workout for the first couple years. 2008-2012 and 2015 or newer is what I would rather get myself if I had a choice. As far as your 2008…. Just make sure to have a mechanic check it out before you buy it (as with any car) Also if you can- check the car fax… sometimes they will list maintenance that the previous owner had done to the car. Ie oil changes, transmission flush etc. When buying a used car with alot of miles, you don’t just shop the car… you shop the previous owner 😉
@@MJ100k they talked about the alternator, the high oil consumption, the rotors being wrapped a lot, these are the main ones. And yes, it’s been a while since I had to do some car shopping. Thank you for the advice
@@bbeal2325 Yes, when I was working at Honda I do remember the rear brake pads wearing out sooner than expected on some early models. I believe there is a fix for it - so if you get the 2008 it’s probably been addressed already. Give your vin number to your local dealership to be sure. Also make sure to have your brake fluid flushed every couple of years (that’s for any car actually) As far as oil consumption I would just make sure to change the oil often and keep an eye on it. Also make sure your pcv valve is working. 99% of all cars have common problems. Including the 2013 -2014. They are known for oil consumption and other issues as well. You just gotta pick the ones with the problems you can easily deal with. Older cars you gotta really take care of them as far as maintenance and also don’t drive them hard. My Camry has 272,000 miles. I drive it nice and easy 👍
Here’s a video that will help you pick a great used car - enjoy 👍 m.ua-cam.com/video/uADJ-f39pvE/v-deo.html
As an owner of a 2009 Accord Coupe i4 for about 2 years now & recently hit 150k miles, my only issue has been the starter. That’s it. I replaced the old starter (presumably was an aftermarket one) with one from the factory. Just keep up with regular maintenance intervals & you’ll be great to go.
Do we have to adjust the valves in honda accords and how frequently we are supposed to do it
Yes you have to adjust the valves on many Hondas including the Accord. Here’s a link to a Honda website where you can access the owners manual. The maintenance frequency will be in there. For some models - a maintenance minder will come on the dash.
mygarage.honda.com/s/find-honda
I'm buying a 2009 Accord V6 tomorrow, but I'm going to be replacing the timing belt right away
Good idea 👍
This honda is good
BUT
it's hard finding bodywork parts in Europe for US version
Oh ok. I’m in the US, so there are a-lot of parts for Hondas over here. Thanks for the info 👍
Whats the normal rpm shift range for an automatic I4? Also when stopped and it's in D it has a slight vibration. Is that something to worry about?
A slide vibration I drive at idle could be just a bad transmission or engine mount. Generally, most vehicles will shift around 2500-3000 rpm’s. But that can change based on how you are driving. If you’re on level ground and accelerating at a normal pace…. If you find the vehicle won’t shift gears until 3500-4000 rpm’s. That can be an indication of a transmission problem. You can try checking the fluid level.. and if the check engine light is on check for codes. Transmission issues can cause the check engine light to come on for transmission codes
What about the automatic transmission fluid filter? That's usually neglected. How often should we change that? Thanks
Change the transmission filter whenever you change the transmission fluid 👍
My son wants a v6 manual for his 1st car purchase. We were looking at the 2013-2017, but I found a 2012 for 11k with 115k miles. I'll definitely replace the timing belt, but that 3.5v6 seems like solid motor.
I’d get him a Civic with an automatic! He’s gonna be driving around too fast I bet 👀🤣
@@MJ100kHe's 24, so and fairly responsible. He's just been in a hand-me down until now. He drove an EX-L and fell in love with it. He tried a Civic and it was much noisier.
It's a great engine, and if I'm not mistaken, the coupe V6 might not have the cylinder deactivation, which makes it even better. These engines tend to do better running on six cylinders at all times instead of changing between 3-4-6 to save a little bit of gas. I bought a 2012 V6 sedan and after getting it home, my first trip was to a dealer to get a new timing belt, since there was no documentation that the original was ever replaced. You definitely want to do that or risk ruining the engine if it breaks. And once the new belt is on, you should be good for at least 7-10 years. Really nice cars. And among the 2008-2012 Accords, the 2012 V6 Coupe with stick shift is probably the most reliable one and will hold its value the best. Great choice.
What are your thoughts with the years from 2008-2010 having transmission problems? Heard from a lot to just skip those and get 2011-2012.
I haven’t heard about that. At this point these vehicles are around 14-15 years old… So anything could be a problem. If I were you instead of focusing on a year, I’d focus on the individual Accord you’re thinking of buying. Try and screen the previous owner and the maintenance history. Hopefully you can find an Accord with a previous owner that has driven it easy and done the transmission fluid services. Also, have a mechanic check out the car before you buy it.
@@MJ100kthank you sir!
Hey man am thinking about getting a honda accord but they have 0il consumption problems what year you thinking is a better choice am looking on the 2014 with manual transmission
Hmmm.. I looked into this, it looks like a lot of that generation accords with Earth dreams engine have oil consumption issues. Afew people have been able to solve it with a new pcv valve but that doesn’t always work. People with the 6 cylinder sometimes have the oil consumption issue but it’s due to the vcm system. So IDK what to tell you lol You could try an older K series engine Accord. But then it’s older… Or a newer 1.5 liter turbo engine but then you have to follow some stricter maintenance. I talk about how to take care of the 1.5 liter turbo engines in my What is the best year Honda CRV video if you wanna check that out.
Do you have to get an Accord stick shift, or are you open to an automatic or other brands ? If I had to get a 2014 personally I’d get a Toyota es350 or Toyota Avalon
Thoughts on the 2021 Honda Accord sport se 1.5?
I wouldn’t get one. It’s got a turbo- I’m hearing guys in the field say those engines have been blowing head gaskets at 70-80k miles.
Thanks for the video. I recently bought 2008 accord with 122k miles with automatic trans, 2.4l. Overall nice car from the first owner who took care of routine maintenance. After driving for a week, noticing that car has acceleration problem from a stop. RPM gets high before the car picks up speed. Its very annoying. I hope it’s not a trans problem. Any thoughts?
Sounds like it could be a transmission problem. You can check the fluid level and (if the check engine light is on) check for trouble codes. Transmission issues can turn on the check engine light… But I would recommend you take it to a mechanic for diagnosis.
change transmission fluid.
I have ‘12 Accord V6 manual - how much should it cost for a new clutch + throw out bearing with install?
IDK depends on who’s doing it. Dealerships and shops are charging a lot for labor right now because of inflation. Some shops are charging 200$ an hour! A wild guess would be 1200-2200$
I have 08 Honda Accord,am having ignition coil problems,it won't start.how do I determine what's the cause of this issues.
Have you checked for spark?
If yes- How did you check for spark?
Why do you think it’s being caused by ignition coils ?
I have a 2010 v6 that I bought with 120 miles how do i know if I need a new timing belt ? And do you recommend any work on it ?
Do you have the Carfax report? If yes, you can see if it’s listed on the maintenance records as being replaced.
Or If your maintenance minder shows symbol B4 (this will be to the left of the oil life percentage) you should replace the timing belt. or at least every 60,000 miles if you drive in a very hot or very cold environment. This is according to the owners manual - page 309
techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/A51010/A51010OM.PDF
Summary:
If you don’t know that the timing belt has already been replaced … you should have it replaced now. Because if it breaks while you’re driving, you can trash the whole engine.
If it were my car- I’d replace it now. While you’re in there replace the water pump, timing belt tensioner… and you might as well do the front main seal if you plan on keeping the car. Use all OEM parts.
Hope that helps 👍
i like the 2014 honda sport whats your opinion on it and its a 2.4 liter engine. im about to check it out at the dealership tomorrow with 137,000 miles
It is my understanding that the 2.4 engine in the 2014 Accord is a direct injected 2.4 liter earth dreams engine - which is not the same type of fuel system as the 2.4 liter engine that I recommended in this video. I’m not sure if it’s the same engine block but the fuel system is much higher pressure and more complicated. Also direct injection engines can sometimes, in general, run into issues with carbon deposits.
Also the 2014 has a cvt transmission.. which is a different transmission than the transmission in the years I recommended in this video.
hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/releases/release-95eca0bb681b47f0a7e6c85311c0f401-2014-honda-accord-specifications-and-features
I mean it’s not like the 2014 is a terrible car, but I would rather have the accord years that I mentioned. I think the previous generation Accord is better in terms of reliability, interior space and its easier to repair.
Also (unless you are a mechanic) make sure to have a mechanic look at the car before you buy it. Someone needs to get under the car to check for excessive rust, leaks and other issues.
@@MJ100k man thanks i got my boy coming with me he's a mechanic and knows about cars we checking it out for sure. appreciate the feedback fam!
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how do you about a 2010 Honda accord v6 ex-l coupe 2d? will this bee reliable or no? Also any good coupe version that will be reliable?
I like the 4 cylinder 2010 Accord. Sedan or Coupe 2d doesn’t matter because they have the same engine and transmission anyway. Either one can be reliable but the v6 has a timing belt which has to be changed so I prefer the 4 cylinder. If you want a reliable used car make sure to try and figure out if the people who owned it before you took care of the car. I made a video that helps you try and figure that out for free. Here is the video
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thank you brother I appreciate it@@MJ100k
I have a 08 Honda Accord,am ignition coil
Hey MJ can you please type the model you're talking about im new to cars sorry i want to buy one and should be manuall im fro europe, thank you.
Honda Accord 4 cylinder 2.4 liter engine. It comes in automatic or manual transmission.
Thank you! Just subscribed
@@slepk7898 Awesome 👍💯
Would you recommend a 9th gen Accord 4 cyl (CVT)?
Not my favorite: but It might be ok- Common problems include : oil consumption and starter replacement. For oil consumption… make sure to change the oil and check the oil level halfway in between oil changes… if it’s low add some to bring it back into spec…
The starter…. Well nothing you can do, if it goes bad replace it with a new one from the dealership parts department.
Also make sure to change the fluid in the cvt with the OEM fluid at the proper interval and drive it gently.
Make sure to have any car inspected by a mechanic before you buy it. Also try to screen the previous owner and the vehicle’s maintenance history. I show you how to do this in the following video. 👍
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I will say, stay away from the early years (2008-2009) as those have been the models with VTC actuator issues. A definitive fix was never found for the 4 cylinder but other than that, definitely a solid choice!
Automotive Nerd research indicates - there is a service bulletin for VTC actuator for 2008-2009 Accords. However; there are reports of this issue for other year Accords (and other Honda models) as well.
Symptoms include a 2 second rattle at startup (seems to happen more in cold climates) As well as check engine light codes. Many people are saying that if you just hear the rattle … but don’t have any codes … then it’s not a big deal (a vehicle characteristic) If you - DO get codes from it - ie misfire codes etc.. then you can replace the actuator. Which is about a two hour job. Some people report even after the actuator is replaced - the noise may return in a couple years.
One reported workaround to this annoying noise is - turn the key but don't start the car, wait a few seconds, turn it back off, then turn key the whole way to start the car.
If you take it to a mechanic unfamiliar with this issue - the noise could be misdiagnosed as a bad timing chain.. So make sure the mechanic is aware of this issue.
static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2012/SB-10041669-7570.pdf
I have a 2017 accord touring with the V6. I cruise around like a gangster pimpin around😂 but I'm reality im just a little white hillbilly plumber who just loves Hondas reliability and appreciate the v6's power umph. Every now and then I let er eat and it sure is a blast especially for a big sedan
Honda Accord gangster lean edition 🤣🚗😎
@@MJ100k gangsta, it's not offensive that way😂
thoughts on 2013?
i need a honda with a rear view camera by honda im too lazy to install and do not trust 3rd party chinese tech wiring etc.
Ive driven my brothers 2015 and found that it drives well but i want something that lasts a lifetime while keeping me safe.
I would prefer: backup cam, lane assist, lane indicator to prevent me from crashes thanks again
You just want it all don’t you ? Lol I’m not a big fan of the 2013 and later Honda accords. They had some issues to work out when they first switched over to direct injection. If you want a back up camera and blind spot monitoring I would consider a 2015 -2017 Toyota Camry. I’ve got a 2017 Camry. It has a factory backup camera but no BSM. You have to get the highest trim to get both. Here’s an example of one www.cargurus.com/Cars/inventorylisting/viewDetailsFilterViewInventoryListing.action?sourceContext=carGurusHomePageModel&entitySelectingHelper.selectedEntity=d292&zip=47203#listing=342602824/NONE
If you can afford to pay alittle more I’d consider a 2015 or newer Lexus ES 350. It’s got the blind spot monitor and backup camera. In fact I’m considering one for me lol. A Lexus ES is basically the same platform as the Camry but much fancier.
www.cargurus.com/Cars/inventorylisting/viewDetailsFilterViewInventoryListing.action?sourceContext=carGurusHomePageModel&entitySelectingHelper.selectedEntity=d2720&zip=47203#listing=344749441/NONE
If you must have a Honda… you can look for a used 2012 Acura (same company as Honda) with backup camera and blind spot monitor. Just go to cargurus.com and search for 2012 Acura and then put the features you want in the search. Acura comes out with stuff alittle before Honda because it’s a luxury brand. If you get a 6 cylinder just make sure to change the timing belt. Here’s and example of a 2012 Acura with the features you want.
www.cargurus.com/Cars/inventorylisting/viewDetailsFilterViewInventoryListing.action?zip=47265&selectedMakeId=m4&selectedModelId=All%20Models&showNegotiable=true&sortDir=ASC&sourceContext=cargurus&distance=500&sortType=DEAL_RATING_RPL&entitySelectingHelper.selectedEntity=m4#listing=346168509/PRIORITY
I got a 2015 9th gen 2.4 with 90k miles. My cousin made me a little nervous cuz I only changed the cvt fluid at 60k and he is telling me it might go out at like 120k miles.
In the owners manual - page 489 it says you have to change the transmission fluid when the maintenance minder indicator on the dash shows subcode#3 (replace transmission fluid) - only under extreme conditions: like driving in mountainous areas or towing a trailer: does the fluid have to be changed at 25,000 miles.
So according to the manual - the vehicle calculates when the fluid should be changed. It should alert you with maintenance minder code 3 on the dash when it’s time. I’m not finding a specific mileage on when to change it in the manual.
However changing it at 60,000 seems reasonable to me unless you are driving in mountain areas or towing trailers.
Going forward- (if you drive it normally) -
If I were you I’d change it again at 100,000 unless the maintenance minder code comes on. If the maintenance minder code 3 comes on, then change it at that time. Makes sure to have it changed with the OEM fluid, and reset the maintenance minder once it is changed. Here’s a link to the owners manual.
techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A2A154DOM/enu/A2A154DOM.PDF
Hello MJ100k, I know this is a pretty late time to ask this question but Im looking for a used honda accord to buy while Im still in college until I get a good job to buy a newer one any good websites I can look at?
I like to use cargurus.com Here is a video of me using that site and also: - a secret that I use to look at the carfax report for free. Do your research before you even step on the car lot. Let me know if you have any questions.
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Also remember- don’t Just shop for a good used car… try and shop for a good previous owner. Here’s a video of some of the techniques I’ve used to pick out great used cars.
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@@MJ100k All alright, thanks I searched the website apparently it has none near where I live but I went to the Facebook marketplace just to see and I think I found a good one. It's a 2008 Honda Accord EX-L Sedan 4D for $3,700.
Driven 199,000 miles
Automatic transmission
Exterior color: Null · Interior color:
21.0 MPG city · 31.0 MPG highway · 24.0 MPG combined
For Sale 2008 Honda Accord full
Clean Title in hands
No check engine light on
Brake ✅
Tire✅
New battery
New Starter
New ball joints
Engine and transmission like new
Price $3,700 negotiable
I copied and pasted the info here.
@@MJ100k definitely going to see this video
@@eliezerventura1585 Watch both of them, it’s two different links lol.
Which one is batter honda accord in sense of fuel n maintenance honda accord 2002 or honda accord 2008 n above model
I would get a 2008 and above (4 cylinder Accord) over a 2002 Accord. The 2002 Accord 4 cylinder has a timing belt. Which needs to be changed because if it breaks you can destroy the engine.
From 2003- 2007 model years the 4 cylinder Accord was a different body style than the 2008 and up …but it still had the k series engine which has a timing chain. Which is good.
The chain didn’t have to be changed unless it breaks or stretches. That usually doesn’t happens as long as the owner changes the oil on time.
When shopping used cars it’s best to find the find the year you want (which you are doing here) … and then when you find an actual vehicle… try and screen the previous owner… The previous owner’s maintenance habits are very important when searching for a good used car. I show you how to screen the previous owner in this free video linked below 👇 Check it out👍
Master Mechanic shares 3 NEW secrets for picking a GREAT used car !
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I have a 2015 Honda accord 4 cylinder with the CVT 98k miles. Seems to be ok. I hope the trans lasts
Nice 👍 Did you drain and fill the trans fluid yet?
@@MJ100k the dealership did when I just bought it
@@Datroothstr8100 Cool. If I were you I’d drain and fill the fluid every 30k miles. With the correct OEM fluid of course. Drive it nice and easy. Should be cool for a while hopefully 😎
@@MJ100k hopefully, gonna be driving it a ton for work.
Hey MJ u feel I 2009 accord now is good in 2023 bro?
What do you mean, do you think a 2009 is too old? There are cars older than that still on the road. My 2004 is still driving around lol
You will have to have any used car inspected by a mechanic before you buy it, to make sure it’s been taken care of. 🛠️
Thanks for the info. Question. My AC blows cold but not cold enough... the refrigerant is in the green zone, I tried to refill it using those kits.
Any causes on why its not cold enough?
Thank you
Makes sure it’s still on green now… It may have leaked out quickly as soon as you put it in…. Make sure your hvac filter (aka cabin air filter - is not super dirty) See if your fan comes on when you turn on the ac.. see if you ac compressor comes on when you turn on the ac. Make sure your condenser is not all clogged up with leaves/debris.
If you still can’t figure it out you’ll have to take it to a mechanic. They have gauges that they put on the high and low side that will give them more info to figure out the problem.
They’ll also use an ac machine to pull a vacuum on the system. If it holds vacuum there are no leaks. If there’s a leak they have to fix it. Then they’ll fill it up to spec and see if the ac gets as cold as it supposed to. Hope that helps 👍 Let us know what fixes it 💯
@@MJ100k thank you. Still a newbie in Honda. Wheres the condenser? The compressor comes on. Do I need to check if it has oil?
@@georgegeorge1873 The condenser on most vehicles is in between the front grill and the radiator. You’re probably not going to be able to check the oil in the ac system. They way it’s usually checked is when the mechanic hooks up the ac machine - it pulls out all the refrigerant and oil at the same time. So if the compressor is coming on and it’s not making a ton of noise -- there is most likely oil in the system.
@@MJ100k dude what state and city are you in btw :)
@@georgegeorge1873Sorry - It’s a secret! Lol
Would you buy a v6 honda accord with 200 k miles for 3800? Is it worth it ? Or i just go for a 4 cylinders?
Do you know when the timing belt was replaced last on the v6 accord ?
I currently have a 2013(165k) , 2012 (172k) and a 1993(365k) Accord. I don't see myself buying anything but Accords.
Nice 👍 Accords are great cars. But I would say… look at each generation as an individual car. Every so often they have to change the engine and transmission with a new design. That’s for every OEM. For example the Tundra is a great truck… but the new Tundra has a new engine that’s had a couple problems it’s first year. So I try to give new cars time when they update stuff… and not assume it’s always going to be great. 💯
@@MJ100k I agree and I'm currently debating on purchasing a Camry for the first time....... Or another Accord 🤣
@@esvinperez3580 Two good options 👍
What are the best car dealers for the car
I wouldn’t say there is a Best Car dealer… But I will say there is a Worst. The Worst place to buy a car is a Buy Here Pay here car lot. Don’t ever buy a car from a place like that. They’re whole business model is to overcharge the price and interest rate… and if you miss a payment, they will repo the car and “sell” it again just to get another downpayment.
Don’t just shop the used car … shop the previous owner.
I give 3 free tips on how to screen the previous owner in this video: These tips will save you tons of $ and headaches
Master Mechanic shares 3 NEW secrets for picking a GREAT used car !
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Is the 8th generation Accord coupe still a good buy in 2024 ?
Sure, but just like any used car.. find one that in good shape, one with a good previous owner that took care of it.
2017
Im torn between the 2010 honda accord or the 2006 honda accord. Some say that the 2010 is the worst year and that the 2006 is one of the best. Right now, When it comes to mileage its 60k miles on the 2006 or 80k miles on the 2010. The 2006 will go for 3800$ and 5000$ for the 2010. What should i get??
I would get the 2010. BUT consider this… You don’t just shop for the best used car… you have to also try and figure out who was the previous owner.. and did they take care of the car?
I made a video about how you can try and figure out info about the previous owner.
Check it out
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bought a 2012 honda accord 2.4l 4 for 7k at 73k miles. Only problem i am hearing is clunking from the front suspension
Cool. Yeah get that looked at, probably won’t cost too much to fix 👍
@@MJ100k alright thanks man
What about the 2007 honda accord 4 cylinder
It’s fine. It has the same k series engine as the 08s and up. It’s just the body is smaller/ different. Just make sure to check out the car fax and have a mechanic go check it out BEFORE you buy it 👍
did that.. it’s a great car but it is smaller.
I miss my 2011😩
What’s happened to it ?
I am looking at 3 accords to buy
2007 2.0i petrol 155hp
2008 2.2 dtec diesel 150hp
2010 2.2i dtec diesel 150hp
All have 250k kilometers
What is better to take
If you are comfortable owning a diesel … I would try and examine the carfax reports to try and see which car had the better service history. Ie which car had the better previous owner….I made a video on how to try and screen a used car’s previous owner here:
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Once you see which car you prefer from comparing the previous owners / service history - have that car inspected by a mechanic.
Used cars with the exact same mileage-year make and model - can be in Very different conditions- When you dig deeper, you’ll find the best pick 👍
@@MJ100k thank you for advice. but in overall these models are good?
@@tinnie1835 I’m in the US so I don’t have experience with the Honda diesel engine. They don’t sell that over here. Information I saw online says it’s good.
Looking to buy one.. can u tell me which year of the 8th gen is the one to go with 2009,2010,2011 or 2012? Thank u.. looking to buy one in March.... Also looking to get a Honda pilot or Toyota Highlander same year model for my wife.. which one of the two u recommends
Any year should be fine. Newer with less miles is gonna be preferable generally. I’d take the Toyota Highlander over the Honda Pilot by a wide margin. Actually I’m making a video right now on how to look deeper into the used car buying process by trying to screen the car’s previous owner. These tips I will give you won’t be found anywhere else. These are my personal practices lol The video should be ready either tomorrow or this Tuesday. Thanks for watching 👍
@@MJ100k thank u so much i appreciate u and i will be looking forward to that video
Here’s your video - enjoy 👍 m.ua-cam.com/video/uADJ-f39pvE/v-deo.html
2012 had best rating in Consumer Reports
I like how u did Honda accord but what about Honda civic ?
I made a video for the best year Honda Civic too, check it out 👍
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@@MJ100k oh okay I saw it and by any chance would u know any info on this ,To be brief I accidentally drove with my emergency brake on for about 5-10 minutes going 35-45 miles per hour because I was going to a gas station and I smell burning .. What kind of consequences can I expect and if I do get my car check out and expect repairs what kind can I expect and will it be expensive? I probably did huh
@@WAFEYYQQ You may have overheated and damaged your rear brake pads/ rotors or Shoes/drums. I would have a mechanic do a brake inspection to be sure. If you need new pads/ rotors or Shoes/ drums (depending on what kind of brakes your car has) it will be around a few hundred bucks
i just got a 07 v6 j30a5 with 107,000 miles on it. no issues, drives very smooth. getting valve adjustment and spark plug replacement next week. timing belt and water pump got changed at 82000 miles. Out a new purge valve on, put a new battery in and a oil change, transmission flush, and new tires. I do have a few codes involving the main power window switch module, they are:
B1058
DTC-Relay control module lost communication with Power window Master Switch.
B1160
DTC-Gauge control module lost communication with Door Multiplex control unit (door lock switch message)
B1006
DTC-MICU lost communication with Power Window Master Switch
B1010
DTC-MICU lost communication with Power Window Master Switch
I also don’t step on it ever, would you still recommend I sell my 07 and try to get a 2010-2012 accord 4 cylinder? And if so what should I pay attention to the most?? Any tips??
Did you mean your getting a valve adjustment (not replacement)? That’s a common maintenance adjustment for many Honda engine. For your body codes.. are you having any issues with the power locks or windows ? If there are no issues I probably wouldn’t worry about the codes. If you are having problems I would take the car to the dealer (or at least a mechanic with alot of Honda experience to try and fix the issue…
@Gold Glove Baseball So you have a 2007 accord V6? How long have you had it?
Also here are some tips on how to shop any used car.
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@@MJ100k yes, I meant valve adjustment. I’ve had for about 2 months now. The owner before me put an after market radio in and that caused a clicking noise every 10-15 seconds in the fuse box location inside car below dash. Once I put the stock radio back in the noise went away. The wiring was done incorrectly on after market radio. That was also the cause of the PO443 code that kept going on and off randomly. Even after purge valve and gas cap replacement. The check engine light and code stopped popping up completely after I put stock radio back in. I believe due to the bad radio wiring set up from previous owner, it was messing with the ECM causing other things to look like the problem. The previous owner only had the after market radio in for about 1 month before he sold it to me. I just swapped it out 1 week ago. It was in there for about 3 months total. The windows seem to work fine, sometimes they don’t respond right away but always respond after the 2nd 3rd attempt if not first attempt
@@Dude2618 Cool. Yeah I could go either way on selling it to get the next generation accord. I do remember the main pain in the but about those v6 accords was the transmission. But also what if the next generation Accord you get had a terrible owner who didn’t take care of it? If I were you I’d drive it a few months before you decide. If you decide to sell it for the next generation make sure to have a mechanic look at it before you buy it. Also look at the carfax report. Sometimes they report maintenance like oil changes etc. on the car fax. Also I’d probably wouldn’t bother fixing the window switch either unless it gets worse.
Is a 2005 a good buy?
It’s not a bad car. But I’d much rather have the 2008-2012. It also depends on price, condition and what you want to do with it. If it’s a 2005 in great shape then it should be ok. If the previous owner took care of it. I would definitely want the four cylinder engine . The 2.4 liter engine with the timing chain is the one you want. Just make sure to have a mechanic check it out for you before you buy it. 2005 is getting kinda old, you want the mechanic to check for excessive rust.
Id agree with what hes saying but when looking for performance this is not the case. Great for first time buyer !
The only performance I’m looking for is low maintenance and high mileage lol 😉
@@MJ100k 😂 i totally get you.
My problem is the ball joints
Yup on any car the ball joints, tie rods, struts etc… will wear out eventually. They are wear items 🤷♂️
2010 because that’s what I have.
Valid reasoning 😁
The best 8th gen 4 cylinder.
FACT ! 👍💯
Too funny. Just bought an '09 coupe, 4 cylinder a few days ago. 123k for 8500. Then this vid pops up.
Everything things great but in gear, stopped, produces a vibration. It goes away in neutral, park and when I get going.
Read it could he several things:
Spark plugs
Engine mounts
Clogged fuel injectors
Something else but I forget.
Going with injector cleaner for the gas tank. Cheapest fix listed, not confident it will work but it's something recommended every 2k to 3k miles anyways so doing it.
Anyone deal with this, and what solutions worked?
Is the check engine light on ?
@@MJ100k Nope, should have mentioned that
Ok.. Since you don’t have a check engine light… The problem is most likely not spark plugs or fuel injectors. The cars computer would likely sense a problem with either one of those and turn on the check engine light with a misfire or fuel trim code.
I think it’s most likely an engine/ trans mount issue… or perhaps a transmission issue. Unless you know how to diagnose and change mounts… I’d take it to a good mechanic and tell him the problem. Ask for a diagnosis though… Don’t just request new mounts. Let them be on the hook for figuring out the problem. 👍
@@MJ100k Thx, appreciate it
2.0 l or 2.4 l and why?
Because the v6 has a timing belt. If the belt breaks it can cause major internal engine damage. Unless you can verify the belt was changed already… you should change the belt as soon as you buy a used v6…. Or you will risk the belt breaking and ruining the engine. That’s why I like the 4 cylinder. It has a timing chain.
Think the 08-13 is the best
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I’m getting one threw carmax every Honda out there is salvaged lmao
Yeap I don’t want anything with a salvage title either lol
It's crazy man these companies are going down hill man l have a 2011 honda civic 1.8 motor with the manual transmission that this bullet proof l need a bigger car that is why l am looking on the accord am not a fan of the city transmission l don't know man
It’s harder to be as bullet proof when things get a lot more complicated unfortunately. When direct injection and cvts entered the chat… things changed. But mpg is now way higher. So that’s good. I did find an accord 1.5 liter with over 600,000 miles though. You just HAVE to do proper maintenance and avoid a lot of short trips. There is less room for maintenance error with all OEMs newer generation engines.
There are still people getting super high mileage… as customers we just have hold up our end as far as maintenance and driving habits. I did a - what is the best year CRV video- where I talk about maintenance habits / tips that will get you to high mileage.
I also did a video on the Ford Edge and Toyota Rav 4. I recently found a 2020 Rav 4 hybrid with almost 500,000 miles! Original engine, hybrid battery and transmission. That one has an eCVT transmission. It’s way better than a CVT transmission because it has 2 electric motor generators instead of a band, so more durable than cvt.
2008-2012 But its the largest accord
That’s what I like about it lol
V6 all the way for me
I hear you, they are faster lol Just be sure to change the timing belt 👍
Honda accord 2.2 turbo diesel gives 50 mpg with 150 bhp .
Wow that’s pretty cool. We don’t get that engine in the US. In what country do they sell that diesel engine ?
@@MJ100k uk 🇬🇧
But dont u think the honda 2013 to 2015 is better that its counter part the Toyota 2012 -2015
I’d rather have the Toyota Camry for those years. Why do you think the Accord is better ?
@@MJ100k well sir I have the 2013 Camry and currently it is having gear issues. The car shudders and vibrates when driving at a low speed.
They say it is a General problem with these toyotas, torque converter gets bad and will have to be replaced.
Secondly the Honda drives better and has better gas mileage..the interior of the Honda Accord looks better also,I mean the quality of the materials put together
@@alhassanzayyanu5712 The Accord has TSBs too. for the starter and trans fluid deteriorating too fast… What can I tell ya everything has problems 🤷♂️🤣
@@MJ100kyes I agree but you see here in Nigeria the Camry that is most reliable is the 2007-2011 model.
The 2012-2014 is not very popular,becoz the body is not strong
@@MJ100k in my view newer cars are loosing their reliability status.
The best Honda Accord model is the 2007 model while the best Camry ever built was the 2005-2006 model
But 8th gen 08-10 had major problems
Any of em without a timing belt
Yup 👍
Honda are notorious for bad automatic transmissions, lucky fir past 20 years I've only driven manual hondas😂
You forgot the main reasons why this is the best accord made it’s the last of the Honda independent suspension before they cheaped out like Toyota and went to McPherson struts. You can feel it in how the car handles although it supposed to make more road noise the Honda suspension is far superior to McPherson struts.
For me - the most important thing I look for is the engine and transmission-