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The EX V6 MSRP/Invoice is $25,800/23,214.76 plus $460 Destination and Handling. EX V6 only comes in leather.
That totals - $26,260/$23,674.76
Ickes & Dudley: 250 hp in an Accord....how times have changed!!!
I did see that in reviews, but not the 10 lbf torque increase.
Just thought I would pass on some info I had read. Before I do though, I want to let you know that I HAD always believed that if you used premium fuel (when only reg was required) you would improve power and fuel effeciency.
That was until I read an article about how the previous generation of accords and Odyssey's actually lost peformance when premium was used including the last V-6. I was shocked. It seems that when honda said regular, they meant regular.
I think this is the first time they have said "go ahead and use regular but feel free to try out the premium"...paraphrased with a grin.
Just thought I would pass on what I have read on the Internet. (These were actual test done on a number of cars and the effects of premium gas.)
Has anyone heard about this fee?
Also, he asked for $300 deposit, he charged it to my credit card, first he said it is refundable, then when I cancelled the transaction, he said he can't refund it. If I dispute this charged to the credit card company, would they refund it?
Please anyone help me to solve this problem.
He is dishonoring everything this country was founded on. These words are strong but I am appauled anyone would even attempt such nonsense to gain profit. This place should be boycotted.
While our service people are and prepare to go in harms way--we have a civilian trying to make a buck. rrrrrr.
INKY
Thanks
I went to the same dealer again, I told them to refund the first charge (on debit card) and gave them my other credit card. However, he run a new charge $300 on my credit card and he did not refund the debit card, because he said his bank is closed. The charge went through, but I do not want to sign it. So this deposit become $600 now. Do you think I can get it back, if I end this deal?
What if I pay cash for the car, and ask them to match the price on the newspaper ad and waive the fees? Are they gonna accept this deal?
Should I deal this with their general manager?
Any suggestions?
The abhorrent practices conducted by your dealer discredit and dishonor the basic business fundamentals that should be synonymous with every other Honda dealer (Japanese OR American-made) in this country. In fact, if I'd experienced what you had, I would publish the name and location of the dealer with whom you've experienced this debacle. At least others can be warned.
Good luck, and I hope you are able to locate a dealer of true integrity just like 99.9% of all Honda dealers are, nationwide.
Good luck and stick to your guns. No way does the excuse about the bank being closed hold water. A charge can be voided as easily as it was rung up. A call to the Better Business Bureau and NY's State's Attorney's or Attorney General's office can't hurt either.
seems many car makers are running into this problem as they try to make plastic and sheet metal combine more elegantly with flatter surfaces that reflect light at different angles...
The front end and hood look MUCH better in person than in photos. The way the hood lines cut in gives the front fenders a S2000-esque look. Overall very masculine and stylish.
The back end still looks somewhat stubby. And the "smiling" taillights will take some getting used to.
The quality of the interior material is better than the '02. The leather seems to be of a higher quality. It actually has a nice leather smell, which is not typical of Honda leather. The steeing wheel in particular has a nice heft to it.
IMO, I can't say that the new dash is any more stylish than the old one. Just different.
The interior seems a smidgeon less roomy in all dimensions than the '02. Cozier, but less roomy.
Trunk area is higher, but shallower, I think. And they did away with the handy side pocket and tray.
There is NO flashing LED light for the security system. The salesman told me that's a dealer-installed option! Maybe he was out to lunch but he seemed like he knew what he was talking about. But anyway, I just find it odd that they would eliminate something like that. Maybe Honda figures it's more upscale not to have blinking lights. Mercedes don't come with flashing LED, I don't believe. But it makes in less user-convenient, IMO.
The style of the alloys are only so-so. Kinda plain-looking.
Colour selection for the Canadian models are, as usual, pitiful.
INKY
Overall, I'd say the new car is better than the '02 in almost every respect. The interior materials and finish are definately a cut above. The first thing I noticed were the seats, which have a much more enveloping backrest. The center console radio and HVAC controls are definately top notch. I liked the sliding armrest and the door arm rests are more comfortable too.
Disappointments: The high dash and sill line are really different and would take getting use to. And, the rear seat seems really low. I have only a 30" inseam, but felt like my knees were well above my hip. Lots of headroom however, as a result. The biggest disapointment remains those stupid gooseneck hinges. Combined with the short rear deck, they really reduce the usefullness of an aready small trunk...
Just a minor thing, though. Our 99 Accord's "measly" trunk is pretty spacious for the family's need, despite it having the smallest rating (?) in the midsize category.
I still prefer Toyota's approach. It's just simpler and aesthetically superior than the struts.
Couldn't find one for the Intrigue, though. And I have no idea how you could tell for the Mazda 6...haven't seen a pic with the trunk opened.
One way to know for sure, would be to check Honda's website on Oct.1 and build your Accord, XM Radio should be listed in the audio upgrade section along with the cassette and MP3 player if its available.
It will cost $ 9.95 a month for about 100 channels of digital music, talk & news. So far it has received good reviews and even some awards. Tall buildings can interfere with the signal but "repeaters" are being installed to solve this problem ( this may take some time )
Channels include CNN, weather channel, discovery channel, ABC News, Fox news, CNBC, USA Today radio, CNET radio, disney, ESPN, NASCAR radio, BBC world radio, Bloomberg radio and dozens of music & talk channels.
They are advertising 02 EX V6 sedans for $20,900 here and LX coupes for $14,900. 03 LX sedans are $18,500. Lease on an 03 EX sedan is $299 a month with nothing down.
results,plus any lil scrash will show more easy than maybe any other color.
Greetings from sunny Miami.
mackabee:
bodydouble:
bowke:
sorry for not writing back sooner (weekend and all).
http://www.collegehillshonda.com/instructions/03accord/tempgauge.pdf
Top of the Document:
"NOTE: The outside temperature gauge cannot be
installed if the vehicle is equipped with optional
fog lights."
I'm just going on what I've read folks. If anyone knows better please let me know. I've even talked to Dealership owners and they don't know anything about it.
Thanks,
Amin
Can someone tell me how to post a picture....
I'm leaning towards silver (which on our '01 shows paint chips because of black primer underneath). The outside color is ok, but I REALLY like that all black interior. But, I saw a graphite car up close this weekend and really liked it. Thoughts?
Loved the I4 (EX with leather). Felt the same as the EX V6 inside (cockpit feel). Power was sufficient.
My brother and I both liked the accord (v4) even more then the Camry SE V6.
My brothers only complaint was the sunroof window was smaller then other cars or even the 2002 accord.
robertsmx said it best; the i4 is like a small 6 (in his example the 626 2.5l 6cyl).