Shifting On a automatic Accord
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Originally Posted by Nirvanaspartan
wow theres lots of tension with automatic and maunel transmission...damn i'd hate to be in the middle of this but why is manual, from what i have heard and this isnt my personal opinion but from the dealership parts saleman he told me that automatics keeps its value better then manual transmission because of the clutch replacing and that people perfer automatics because in traffic its a bitch to keep shifting and etc. so what do you guys think i mean its coming straight from a honda salesmen
I'd say that some people who drive manual have a tendency of not put the clutch in or out fully when switching gears, braking, etc. and it strips gears and screws up the clutch. as well as those who like to rock their cars at stop lights.
However I drive a 92 accord automatic, I have had it since 92 as well and 3 years ago my trans computer shorted and there were times when I couldn't even get the shifter to move. Then when I did drive it, it would be in D4 and then rev like it was in neutral. I ended up eating my gears and had to buy a rebuilt transmission as well as a rebuilt computer.
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Originally Posted by Jaxi
I'd say that some people who drive manual have a tendency of not put the clutch in or out fully when switching gears, braking, etc. and it strips gears and screws up the clutch. as well as those who like to rock their cars at stop lights.
However I drive a 92 accord automatic, I have had it since 92 as well and 3 years ago my trans computer shorted and there were times when I couldn't even get the shifter to move. Then when I did drive it, it would be in D4 and then rev like it was in neutral. I ended up eating my gears and had to buy a rebuilt transmission as well as a rebuilt computer.
However I drive a 92 accord automatic, I have had it since 92 as well and 3 years ago my trans computer shorted and there were times when I couldn't even get the shifter to move. Then when I did drive it, it would be in D4 and then rev like it was in neutral. I ended up eating my gears and had to buy a rebuilt transmission as well as a rebuilt computer.
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Originally Posted by treetribe
I'd say the biggest reason why Automatic Accords hold their value better than manuals, is because the average 'family-man' buyer prefers Automatic....
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The automatic Accord is far more common...prob. 90+% of the new ones sold. I'd say auto. is really "standard" for a sedan. It's also more expensive than the manual shift model, if you're talking about the 4 cyl., and more expensive to fix, too. (If you drive a stick car right you might only need one clutch change as long as you drive it. Rarely anything else craps out on a manual, unless it's abused.)
The auto. should resell for more since it costs more initially. That's the way it goes...It's also a family car, and the driver demographic leans more to the non-racer. Now the V6 coupe is a whole 'nuther discussion.
Oh, and on shifting an auto...don't waste your time, just drive it. The only exceptions I'd note is driving downhill on a steep grade and hauling a load. In the mountains, 1st or 2nd gear down a hill can save brakes, but then you have to be careful not to overspeed the engine. Also, in the rare case you hitch up to a small trailer or are carrying a very heavy load, you should stay in D3 instead of D4.
The auto. should resell for more since it costs more initially. That's the way it goes...It's also a family car, and the driver demographic leans more to the non-racer. Now the V6 coupe is a whole 'nuther discussion.
Oh, and on shifting an auto...don't waste your time, just drive it. The only exceptions I'd note is driving downhill on a steep grade and hauling a load. In the mountains, 1st or 2nd gear down a hill can save brakes, but then you have to be careful not to overspeed the engine. Also, in the rare case you hitch up to a small trailer or are carrying a very heavy load, you should stay in D3 instead of D4.
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Originally Posted by mrksts
The automatic Accord is far more common...prob. 90+% of the new ones sold. I'd say auto. is really "standard" for a sedan. It's also more expensive than the manual shift model, if you're talking about the 4 cyl., and more expensive to fix, too. (If you drive a stick car right you might only need one clutch change as long as you drive it. Rarely anything else craps out on a manual, unless it's abused.)
The auto. should resell for more since it costs more initially. That's the way it goes...It's also a family car, and the driver demographic leans more to the non-racer. Now the V6 coupe is a whole 'nuther discussion.
Oh, and on shifting an auto...don't waste your time, just drive it. The only exceptions I'd note is driving downhill on a steep grade and hauling a load. In the mountains, 1st or 2nd gear down a hill can save brakes, but then you have to be careful not to overspeed the engine. Also, in the rare case you hitch up to a small trailer or are carrying a very heavy load, you should stay in D3 instead of D4.
The auto. should resell for more since it costs more initially. That's the way it goes...It's also a family car, and the driver demographic leans more to the non-racer. Now the V6 coupe is a whole 'nuther discussion.
Oh, and on shifting an auto...don't waste your time, just drive it. The only exceptions I'd note is driving downhill on a steep grade and hauling a load. In the mountains, 1st or 2nd gear down a hill can save brakes, but then you have to be careful not to overspeed the engine. Also, in the rare case you hitch up to a small trailer or are carrying a very heavy load, you should stay in D3 instead of D4.
wow thanks for the advice this guy knows how to give some really good tips
98 Accord Coupe 5spd!
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When i was looking for a manual ex coupe, it was close to impossible to find one in decent condition. I probably looked at over two hundred 6th gen accords under 10k and i found like 5-6 stick shifts with mileage < 100k
98 Accord Coupe 5spd!
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Originally Posted by wedley2
you'd have a better chance just buying the lexus SC300...it is a coupe, v6, rwd, and comes in stick.
they are quite nice when lowered.
they are quite nice when lowered.
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From: six-five-o
Originally Posted by vikool
aaah..buts its not a honda. call me a fanatic if you want. I might have gotten a prelude if not for the !@#!@#!@# insurance on it.