Questions of reliability of Older Hondas

HI,
I am looking into purchasing a 1988 Honda Accord. It has an automatic transmission and has 91,000 miles on it. The car is flawless, inside and out. It appears to be worth the $1500 asking price upon initial inspection. Can anyone tell me about their reliability? I am wondering about the automatic tranny as it is the first one I have seen that wasn't Manual. Are there any gremlins that I might want to look for? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks
I am looking into purchasing a 1988 Honda Accord. It has an automatic transmission and has 91,000 miles on it. The car is flawless, inside and out. It appears to be worth the $1500 asking price upon initial inspection. Can anyone tell me about their reliability? I am wondering about the automatic tranny as it is the first one I have seen that wasn't Manual. Are there any gremlins that I might want to look for? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks
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Maybe we should have a contest to see who has the most miles. I know there are some who have way more than me.
'24 Chevy Blazer EV 2LT
Overall, the car has been very reliable. Only problems is a PCV valve failure, CV boots, and the usual tires, brakes, exhaust, and timing belt.
A nearby Honda master mechanic says this vintage Accord can easily get 200-300k on it. He felt that since they are somewhat underpowered, it's harder to abuse the engine and trans.
Mrbill
Wow, ever see the game show "Press Your Luck?" You better get that belt changed before it becomes a "whammy" of an engine problem!
the belt doesnt just break
everything breaks.
cracked engine blocks are common from that.
my 95 accord has 187000 miles on it and never had a single mechanical failure.
I think one of my rods might be knocking but Its okay
I'll get them replaced with aftermarket rods.
When something breaks, its a wonderful excuse to make it better.
Knock on wood, bud!