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They say it is there for good posture...Well I hate it and if I could I would love to take all that stiff/firm bulge out of there. It is the same push feeling against the back when power lumbar support is partially or fully used.
In my brand new 94 Accord, I took the large plastic panel from back part of the seat, made a few up-down slits in the seat foam, and very carfully cut off some of the foam from the back portion. I never had any wrinkle in the fabric and the seat ended up having the exact back support I needed.
On this 08, there is no back cover and the seat appears to be one piece. My 2001 MB E430 has the most comfortable seats. The seat contour in that car must be the bench mark for comfort.
Any suggestions? in Camry/Accord/Sonata test drive, Sonata had the most comfortable seats, but the outside look was too bland to go with Sonata.
Joe
The TSX is in its last year, and a brand new model will be out within months. So, unless you somehow love the outgoing model (which is basically the Japanese and European Accord), I would wait for the new model. Although I am sure there are some good deals to be had on the 2008 TSX (and TL, for that matter).
Photos of the new Pilot were released today, in conjunction with its introduction at the Detroit Auto Show. Honda is going into some interesting directions with their styling. Again, the new Pilot is certainly not ugly, but I am not sure if I'd call it attractive. It looks like a Ford Escape after a steroid injection. The interior is also different from anything I've ever seen from Honda. But again, if it looks too nice, it cannibalizes sales of the MDX. All in all, a good effort and it should do well once it is out.
The HP difference between LX and EX is only noticeable at higher RPMs -- so I think it is a non-factor.
I think the issue comes out to whether or not your mom is into the looks of a car -- aluminum vs. wheel covers (other-wise the cars look identical), whether or not she uses the car for long-distance driving (EX seats are more comfortable with their electric controls) or strongly prefers electric-control seat, and whether or not your mom cares about a sun roof.
If I were buying an Accord for my mother, I would certainly go with the LX - the added features of the EX would be completely lost on my mother.
This is going to sound crazy, but, IMHO, the new 08 Hondas have a slight year 2000 American car look to them that I don't like. Take a look at a 2000 Ford Mustang or a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am. - there are some similarities with the 08 Accord. (I mean they all have four tires and a front windshield--- right
I love my Honda and would purchase it again -- but not because it wins the battle of exterior design!
I had the body side moldings installed on mine - we live in Manhattan. Almost a necessity - those beautiful slab sided lines look a lot better with body side moldings, no matter what you think of them, than pock marked down the side with door dings from being parked in parking garages!
When I park the car I also put on bumper protectors (not permanent - go on and off real easily) - they park the cars rear bumper against front bumper in these places. You end up with with scarpes and paint chipped off all over the place otherwise.
Kind of funny though - have to tell you. When I came back into the garage with the new Accord after donating our 1990 Acura Legend? The guys in the garage went crazy over it - could not believe how nice it was and how little I paid ($26,000 plus tax and tags). All this in a garage with MANY Bentleys, Aston Martins, Maserati Quattroportes, etc.
The 08 Accords seem to have very large bodies and I'm wondering if 4 cyl and 190 hp is enough get these cars going.
Good luck searching....and I do agree that the new TL or TSX may be well worth the wait.....but will they look better than the new Accord coupe....probably not from my eyes.....
The power to weight ratio is very competitive with others in the class.
Drive one, and see how you feel about it for yourself.
I've just got a little crush
Just for a little perspective. I still own a 97 Accord EX wagon. I've stopped driving it because I bought a new car last year. I've loaned it out a few times to friends that needed a car temporarily. The 4 cyl. is rated at something like 144 HP. Being a station wagon, it's not small. It still does fine merging onto the highway or passing. It's not a fast car, but it doesn't make you fear for your life.
Don't get me wrong, its an awesome car, and more than likely I will get it, but at this time, not sure I want a bigger family sedan, when I am only 23, hardly any passengers, I perhaps want something with much more fun factor,. I have the 06 Accord, and love the size!! It is perfect for me, but going smaller does bother me a bit. My car takes my family to florida, which is about 15hrs away. I am not sure what I want, but I am staying with Honda, Acura.
The Accord rated really high.
Last month someone got the same in white for $26475 OTD.....you did very well indeed.
From WSJ:
AutoNation Car seller 10/24/2007 "[C]hallenging economic environment" in the third quarter "for new vehicle sales driven largely by continued weakness in the housing market in our key markets of Florida and California." New vehicle unit sales for California and Florida declined 11%.
I would agree that if I waited, perhaps til spring, I probably would have saved some money, but maybe would have had to compromise on something- color, trans, etc. No other dealer I contacted had one definitely scheduled for build and delivery. The later in the model year you look, the fewer options you have. Although I am in New York state, I don't think it makes a difference.
I was willing to make the move. That's the beauty of the whole thing- we all can choose how we want to deal. Nobody should criticize me for buying now, and I can't criticize those who want to hold out.
Anyway, I plan to give the Coupe another chance once it's been properly prepped. It was just off the truck, so my somewhat irrational hope is that the seats hadn't been adjusted somehow. Also, are the leather seats actually different seats than the cloth (i.e. more "buckety") or are they simply upholstered differently? This was an EX with the cloth seats.
One other observation: it was a nightmare getting into the rear seat! When you release a seat in my '99 Beetle, the entire seat raises and moves forward to allow gobs of space to get in the back. The Honda was positively old-fashioned - the seat back flopped forward and that was it!
I love the styling of the Coupe - as far as I'm concerned it's in a class by itself. Sadly, I'm beginning to think that I may have to "settle" for a sedan, meaning I'll also consider a bunch of other cars like the Passat and Malibu.
Page 286 of your 2008 Accord's Owner's Manual states:
Drive (D) - Use this position for your normal driving. The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear (1 through 5) for your speed and acceleration. You may notice the transmission shifting up at higher engine speeds when the engine is cold. This helps the engine warm up faster.
I hope you are NOT talking to a floor salesman or calling the sales dept. on the phone. Even worse is showing up to the showroom floor in person! You will not get your best deal doing any of these things.
The only way to get the best sales quotes are talking to the internet sales person, and the best way for a first contact is via email.
-Nano
Anyways, I will be leaving the tundra of western NY for the balmy skies of Florida on the 28th of January. Not a great deal of time for a break in period. Should I be concerned, or jsut get in the car and drive?
I finally got to sit in an '08 Accord Coupe and, after having read lots of reviews complimenting its headroom, was sorely disappointed. FWIW, I stand 6'1" and prefer to drive in a fairly upright position - I guess these reviewers (some claiming similar heights) are guys who like to lie down when driving.
Anyway, I plan to give the Coupe another chance once it's been properly prepped. It was just off the truck, so my somewhat irrational hope is that the seats hadn't been adjusted somehow. Also, are the leather seats actually different seats than the cloth (i.e. more "buckety") or are they simply upholstered differently? This was an EX with the cloth seats.
One other observation: it was a nightmare getting into the rear seat! When you release a seat in my '99 Beetle, the entire seat raises and moves forward to allow gobs of space to get in the back. The Honda was positively old-fashioned - the seat back flopped forward and that was it!
I love the styling of the Coupe - as far as I'm concerned it's in a class by itself. Sadly, I'm beginning to think that I may have to "settle" for a sedan, meaning I'll also consider a bunch of other cars like the Passat and Malibu.
Save the $2000 and spend it on the 6speed coupe. You get 18 inch wheels, almost 70 more horsepower, 2 seconds faster to 60mph, homelink, and much better resale and exclusivity IMHO.
I agree. That's why I'm starting to think its best to wait. Let these car dealers face the effects of a recession and then they might be ready deal. When those Honda are not being sold a the rate they expect then it will become a buyers market. Right now the 08 Accords are hot. You don't see that many of the road right now, they seem hard to get. I think that will change by summer.
However, the 08 Coupe, is one Beautiful car! It truly is. Especially in red, or the gorgeous blue. Now, that is hot! 6spd, you got it made!
I was looking at my dealerships inventory of the Accords, and a salemen snuck up on me, practically shouting, "Hello, How can I help you?" He scared the crap out of me! He said he was loud, and I said that I was just looking. He was like a lion, ready to pounce on me. I told him, I am not buying from this dealership, I was just looking at their inventory.
I agree. I like black on black with leather interior. I have been doing research on cars. I think I've narrowed it down to Camry or Accord Coupe. I'm leaning toward the Accord Coupe since I really don't want a family Sedan since I'm a very thin and the only person that will be in the car 95% of the time.
I was thinking about getting a used 2007 Mercedes C-230, but dealer don't want to budge from their dealer price, even though I showed them they are over charging for the car. Also, I read a lot of bad things about Mercedes, particulary the C class. JD powers and Consumer Reports ranked them real low in terms of reliability.
I don't know about the 08 C-300's (fantastic looking cars) but a out of my price range. I'm hoping that the types that will spend 40k on C-300, due to the economy, won't decide to get smart and start purchasing Accord Coupe's increasing the demand for them. They probably won't because those types usually thumb their noses at Japanese made cars.
Anyway I need a reliable car because I plan to keep my car for the next ten years. That is what lead me to Honda and Toyota. I no longer care about depreciation because I plan on keeping my next car until it dies.
Good point. Another is that by midyear we might actually begin to see the clean diesels (he said, hopefully....
Loved the features and look of the new Accord and bought a new 2008 EX-L after a brief test drive. Unfortunately I didn't drive it long enough on the test drive to notice this problem.
I agree with your comments - my back aches after any drive of more than 10 minutes. The bulge midway up the back of the driver seat becomes very uncomfortable over time. Increasing the lower lumbar support does nothing to relieve the problem. Nor does tilting the seat back. I've taken the car back to the dealer and there is nothing they can do. Had hoped the seat might break in a bit - but isn't getting any better after one month and now I have back aches after commuting to work.
Would be interested in hearing if anyone else has experienced this problem and if they have any suggestions? I've previously owned other sedans - Audi A6, Toyota Camry, Mazda 6 - had never experienced any problems with them.
I'm afraid I will need to sell this car very soon at a loss unless I can fix the seat.
Kevin