I think it would surpass the Legacy's handling with top of the line tires. My Accord on Potenza S-03's in the dry handled better than an Audi A4 1.8T Quattro...I can't see your Subie handling any better than that.

I'd say you're looking at spending between $8,000 and $14,000 depending on year, miles and condition. The Accord has incredible resale value. What other cars are you considering? What's your price range?

 

8-14 sounds about like what I was thinking. I haven't really considered any other vehicles, I'm VERY picky, and I find very few vehicles appealing. It looks like if my car is totaled, I'll get 8-9k for it, roughly. I see it as an investment for many many years, so I'm willing to put up a little bit of extra money for it. I'm thinking 11k might be my ceiling, but it looks like this can probably get me exactly what I'm looking for if I shop around.

 

If you desire good handling, and are willing to put about $1K into the suspension, the Accord will out-handle most cars on the road.

Springs/shocks (or coilovers like TEIN), sways, strut bar.

I'm more than satisfied with the way my car handles.

Check my sig for suspension setup.

 

Whatever you do, good luck and keep us updated

 

I definitely will. Hopefully I'll know better next week what's going to happen with the Subaru, then I can make a decision and (maybe) start shopping for an Accord. Thanks y'all, I'll let you know what happens

 

Hi, and welcome. Get the 98-02 (6th Gen) Coupe V6, they look really nice. I know many people had them and they don't have many problem with it. So Honda is a good place to start.

 

Can anyone recommend a good website that has basic information about these cars; specs equpiment, etc? I'm specifically interested right now in seeing what colors are available for the sedans. Initial (online) shopping has yielded a multitude of lightly colored vehicles (champagne, white, silver). Is this just my geographic location (AZ) or are darker EX sedans rare? I'm interested in finding a burgandy or sapphire blue one, are these available? Black or dark green would be acceptable as well, though I'd really like to nab one of my first two choices. Thanks again, guys

 

Well, the "OwnerLink" at the Honda website gives the specs to my car, because I'm registered there. I know you want the V6, so maybe someone with a V6 can post some info for you, but here's the info on my 99 Accord LX Sedan:


Engine
Type: Aluminum Alloy: In-Line-4
Displacement (liters): 2.3
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net): 150 @ 5700*
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 152 @ 4900*
Compression Ratio: 9.3: 1
Valve Train: SOHC: 16-Valve VTEC™
Fuel System: Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Ignition System: Electronic w/Immobilizer

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Drivetrain
Type: Front-Wheel Drive
Manual Transmission: 5-Speed
Automatic Transmission: 4-Speed (available)
Final Drive Ratio (MT/AT): 4.06/4.46

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Body/Suspension/Chassis
Body Type: Unit Body
Suspension: Multi-Link 4-Wheel Double Wishbone
Stabilizer Bar (mm., front/rear): 26.5/16.0
Variable-Assist Power Rack-and-Pinion Steering
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.): 36.4
Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes: ABS Available w/AT
Wheels: 15" w/Full Covers
Tires: All-Season: P195/65 R15 89H
Spare Tire: Compact

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Interior Dimensions
Headroom (in., front/rear): 40.0/37.6
Legroom (in., front/rear): 42.1/37.9
Shoulder Room (in., front/rear): 56.9/56.1
Hiproom (in., front/rear): 54.9/54.1
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.): 14.1
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.): 101.7

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Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in.): 106.9
Length (in.): 188.8
Height (in.): 56.9
Width (in.): 70.3
Track (in., front/rear): 61.2/60.4
Curb Weight (lbs., MT/AT): 2987/3053

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EPA Mileage Estimates/Fuel Capacity
5-Speed Manual (City/Highway): 25/31
4-Speed Automatic (City/Highway): 23/30
Fuel (gal.): 17.1

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Exterior/Interior Colors
Satin Silver Metallic/Lapis
Raisin Pearl/Quartz
Heather Mist Metallic/Ivory
Taffeta White/Ivory
Flamenco Black Pearl/Quartz
Dark Emerald Pearl/Ivory

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Interior Features
Driver's and Front Passenger's Airbags
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel: Accessory
Driver's Seat w/Power Height Adjustment: Manual
Wood-Grain Interior Trim: Accessory
Power Windows w/Auto-Down Driver's Window
Power Door Locks
Cruise Control
Air Conditioning
AM/FM High-Power Stereo: w/Cassette & 4 Speakers
Map Lights
Beverage Holders, Front and Rear
Sunglass Holder
Center Console Armrest w/Storage Compartments
Adjustable Steering Column
Tachometer
2-Speed/Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
3-Point Seat Belts, Front and Rear
Adjustable Front Seat Belt Anchors
Fold-Down Rear Seatback with Lock
Fold-Down Rear Seat Center Armrest
Trunk Pass-Through w/Lock
Remote Fuel Filler Door Release
Remote Trunk Release w/Lock
Trunk-/Door-Open, Low-Fuel Indicator Lights
Rear Window Defroster w/Timer
Cargo Area Light
Coin Box
Driver's and Passenger's Vanity Mirrors: Illuminated
Rear-Seat Heater Ducts
Lockable Glove Compartment w/Light
Quartz Digital Clock
Maintenance Interval Indicator

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Exterior Features
Integrated Rear Window Antenna
Body-Colored Door Handles
Body-Colored Dual Power Mirrors
Alloy Wheels: Accessory
Multi-Reflector Halogen Headlights
Security System w/Remote Entry: Accessory
Body Side Moulding
Body-Colored Impact-Absorbing Bumpers

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* ULEV rated @ 148hp/148 lb.-ft., only available w/AT. (Available in California and parts of the Northeast.)
† Used for comparison purposes only. Your mileage may vary.
†† Homelink® is a registered trademark of Prince Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls.™
NA = Not Applicable



If you get the EXV6 like you said above, it'll have nicer stuff like the motor of course which is a 3.0 V6 rated at 200hp, auto climate control, homelink garage opener, steering mounted radio controls, and probably others I can't remember.

Oh, the wheels are 16" in coupe V6 and 15" in sedan V6 models. Tires are 205 for V6 models instead of the 195 for I4 models.

 

auto trannies have the aforementioned problem... 5 spds, i haven't heard anything really... i've put on 72xxx mi on mine and the only problem i've had is vandals and teenage girls rear-ending me...

my last car 4th gen accord put 252xxx mi on it and still ran incredibly perfect, engine wise.

 

Good luck with your purchase. My 1999 only has 37,000 but they've been trouble free for the most part.