In the time I've owned it, the car has need very little maintenance above and beyond regular checkups. It is reliable; even in very cold weather I have never had trouble starting it. I put a lot of miles on the car, and it just keeps going. My mechanic is convinced we can keep this car going for an indeterminate length of time. It gets decent, though not exceptional, MPG. I just wish the vehicle had more pizzazz.

I purchased this car used as my very first car at a time when I was new to driving, was uncomfortable doing so, and generally felt unsafe on the road because you never know what drivers or deer will do. I loved this car, and only recently passed it on to my little sister as her first vehicle. I'm small (only about 5 feet tall) but I could reach everything, which was a plus, and I liked the get-up-and-go of its V6 engine. The relatively infrequent need to visit a mechanic were a plus, and maintenance was inexpensive. It was roomy, had soft seats that adjusted electrically, and had all the perks I was looking for at the time. It was safe, reliable, and quick to respond when I needed it to. It withstood being hit by a deer, too! The best part is, after all these years, it's still in great working order and I'd still be using it but I'm told it wouldn't pass the emission standards of the state in which I now reside. I want another Honda Accord and probably will get one in the future. Honda is still the company my family and I trust most for vehicles, and almost everyone in my large immediate family drives a Honda Accord or Civic. I would recommend this car to anyone looking for a safe, economical ride.