Should I Buy? 7th Gen (03-07) Honda Accord - AVE Explores

In this new series we attempt to give you all the necessary information you need to make an informed decision when buying used cars. We talk about common problems and their preventative measures, engine and transmission options, cost and ease of maintenance, and the driving experience. We hope those of you looking for a used car find this to be a helpful guide.

Please let us know if you have more questions about the models we feature or if there are things you'd like to see added to the videos! As always, thanks for watching!

[ssjrose]

ABSOLUTELY, YOU SHOULD GET ONE OF THESE. I bought a 07 for 5k with 120k miles. I put 1.4k into the maintenance (tune up, brakes/rotors, water pump, idler pulley, and one motor mount). That car runs like new! For a total of 6k ish! Can't beat that! There is no car payment, and I have a car that I can drive until 250k miles.

[mcdus]

I bought a 2006 Accord 4 cylinder with an auto transmission last March 2021. Recently changed the coils and spark plugs as well as the upper and lower control arms. Now the car drives and feels brand new. Keeping it foreve!

[benmullins]

I bought my '05 EX (V6 auto) about a year ago with 302k miles, currently it has 324k miles. Only issues I've had were the lower control arm bushings and the power steering pump. Both were just worn out after 18 years and 300k+ miles. Also worth mentioning the car was a one owner car and had full service records all from the dealer that sold the car brand new. Oil change every 3k miles. Transmission, coolant, power steering, and brake fluid flush every 75k, and timing belt every 100k.

[daviderhahon]

Accurate review of the 7th gen accords. Fun to drive, very reliable, resilient engine, enough DIY room, etc.

[CsGoUnlimited]

Just bought an 04 accord LX with the 2.4 with 179k for $800. I replaced the drive belt, all 4 spark plugs, cabin air filter, engine air filter, oil change, replaced radio with aftermarket radio, 4 new tires, mount, balance, alignment, headlight restoration kit, and detail. I did everything on my own besides the tires and alignment and the car is in great condition, well taken care of and is unbelievable! I now have $1800 into it and drives like new!

[garciadavid]

06-07 best years of them to get but all them Good 👍

[Losthillz]

my first car 2005 accord 2.4. I got that car at 52k miles 5 years later its sitting at 103k, the engines are bulletproof so far no issues. Only thing is the lower ball joints tend to wear out quickly

[jordanventura]

I got the 4 cylinder 06 for 4000 with 164k miles and I love it. I feels great!

[jayc]

Nice review... Detailed and well explained for both the 4 Cyl & 6 Cyl models ... Thank you.

[mariomaxwell]

Great video enjoyed watching, love my 06 Accord V6 6-speed 290k and counting never will get rid of it.

[timothyholloway]

Just bought a 03 for $250, running hot, no heat or A/C, needed brakes, motor mount, power steering pump, and a radiator. I now have $800 in the car and it runs great

[catoilsalesman]

This is the best generation accord. No question.
Best blend of features and mechanical simplicity.

[jagl]

Thanks for your honesty.. I was looking for a v6 but I think I'll consider 2.4 L, purely based on maintenance cost and labor.

[AccordV_EXL]

I bought a 2007 Honda accord 4DR V6 EXL FWD with the 5 speed automatic when it had 78, 340miles for like $11, 000 from a dealership 2 previous owners and I’ve put about 10, 000 miles on it in 5 1/2 -6months so far and I’m super happy about the car. The 3.0 VTEC v6 engine is very powerful and gets up and goes really strong and it drives really well and smooth and comfortable and it’s quiet. It’s one of the best cars I’ve owned been super reliable and easy to maintain and it’s held up great so far and it runs and drives like a new car still. The 5 speed automatic is ok not the worst or the best but it’s decent enough for me with the V6 engine pairing. Of course while I’ve owned it had to do the alignment, the front 2 struts replaced and it’s already had new tires and brakes put on when I bought it and a new battery and starter, and it also has an AISIN timing belt on it from 66, 777 miles installed and put on just before I bought the car. And I have a 3 yr 50, 000 miles warranty from the dealership also. Haven’t had to do anything else to it and I’m happy with it now and it also has wheel locks installed and the original 17 inch Honda alloy wheels and the sunroof deflector Honda OEM accessory was installed on the roof of my car from the 2nd owner also has had the lower control arm bushings replaced and has had brake fluid flushes and oil changes and just regular basic maintenance so far. And has had the power steering pump and fluid replaced and changed out as well so I’m hoping this car will last me 300, 000 miles also get a V6 accord for the power and for the speed demon accord you’ll thank me later and skip the I4/ 4 cylinder too under powered compared to the V6

[CHRISROYALSCHIEFSFAN]

I bought my 07 Accord with 89000 miles on it 3years ago for 5 grand! 4 cylinder with auto. Love that car! Oh and still running like a champ! 🏆

[JMRSplatt]

The 7th gen, specifically 06-07 and EX-L, is the perfect combination of modern features and classic style interior. Things like push button start and button parking brake are not present, however the interior is extremely comfortable and full of features for driving. Cruise, heated seats, sunroof, leather, and others.. makes the car one of the last best cars of our modern times. Now everything is plastic plastic plastic, CVT transmissions everywhere, and electric buttons for everything.

Technology is great, I love it, but some things don't belong in a car.

(I posted this on another 7th gen video as well, opinion remains the same)

Edit - I own an '06, 2.4L coupe, Manual. I can't believe how much I love this car, much more than my 2017 Camry (rip) which was a fantastic car as well. I'm doing everything I can to keep it on the road for years. 192k miles currently.

[chrisclayton]

I have a 03 accord v6 paid 2400 for it has been one of the best cars ive ever bought and has plenty of power

[honestnewsnet]

My 2007 4cyl vtec automatic has sunroof, leather seats, heated seats. 190, 000 just replaced control arms and brakes rotors and calipers, valve cover gasket and plugs. Runs like new! The suspension is solid. Ready for another 100, 000!

[garrymarin]

I have a 03 v6 absolutely flawless, no issues

[GurtB]

I bought my '07 2.4 Accord 11 years ago and have almost 200, 000 miles on it. I have had minimal issues with it other than the master window regulator. A couple weeks ago I got the flashing check engine light and my car started to misfire. Had it towed to my mechanic where he found that it had a stretched timing chain and was leaking on the exhaust side of the engine. Digging into it further he found the exhaust valves were pretty crummy and one even had a hole form on it from carbon build up as well as leaking valve gaskets. Not saying that this will happen to you if you by a 7th Gen today but just be aware that it is a possibility with higher mileage.