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HONDA ACCORD Used Car Review

The Accord put Honda on America's automotive map in the late 1970s, impressing with its high quality and low fuel economy. It would go on to become the US's most popular Japanese nameplate for 15 years running. Between 2003 and 2015, Honda Australia ran a twin-model strategy for the Accord. There was the medium-sized Accord Euro sedan with its sportier, European feel and the larger, wider-bodied Accord sedan that focused on comfort and offered a choice of a V6 engine.

Pros

Cons

  • Ride and handling of Accord Euro models
  • Bigger Accord's silky-smooth V6
  • Accord V6's strong value
  • Build quality and reliability
  • Best Accord model - the Euro - was dropped in 2015
  • Larger Accord was no driver's car like the Euro
  • Bigger Accord's conservative styling
  • Short-lived Hybrid variant was expensive
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2006 Honda Accord MY06 Upgrade Euro Silver 6 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 311432 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

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$4,800 Excl. Gov. Charges
Beresfield, NSW

Dealer used
30/04/2024

Top2007 HONDA ACCORD EURO AUTO 4CYL 2.4L 249,000KMs

  • 249000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

2007 HONDA ACCORD EURO AUTO 4CYL 2.4L 249,000KMs 🔥🔥🔥 CLEARANCE SALE 🔥🔥🔥 🏁 HONDA ACCORD EURO AUTO 4CYL 2.4L 249,000KMs 🏁 ODO: 249,000KMs 🏁 CLEAR "PPSR" 🏁 WARRANTY 🏁 AUTO 🏁 4CYL 🏁 RWC 🏁 2.4L 🏁🏁 6MONTHS FRESH REGO AVAILABLE UPON YOUR REQUEST [$450 SURCHARGE] 🏁🏁 THE CAR COMES WITH ROAD WORTHY CERTIFICATE 🏁🏁 THE CAR COMES WITH DEALER WARRANTY 💥💥 WE HAVE ONSITE FINANCE AND WILL CERTAINLY GET YOU THE BEST POSSIBLE RATE AND SUITABLE TERMS ACCORDING TO YOUR CONDITION ✅ CEN

$5,500 Excl. Gov. Charges
Slacks Creek, QLD

Dealer used
29/04/2024

Top2012 Honda Accord Euro CU MY12 Luxury Navi Silver, Chrome 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 123366 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Buy with confidence knowing when you buy your Pre-Loved Car from us you will drive out with complete peace of mind in a vehicle that has been inspected, tested and approved by our licensed technicians. For your peace of mind our cars come with: 1. 12 Month Roadside Assist. 2. 48-hour Money Back Guarantee. 3. Fixed Price. We have done the research for you, no need to haggle. 4. No immediate expenses on your car. Located centrally, only 20 minutes from Melbourne CBD and 10 Minutes from Melbourn

$15,880 Drive Away^
Strathmore Heights, VIC

Dealer used
29/04/2024

Top2012 Honda Accord 10 MY12 Euro Luxury Silver 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 146200 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Thank you for viewing this vehicle. We are LOCATED in Newcastle in the suburb of NEW LAMBTON 100 meters from West Leagues Club at 223 Lambton Rd New Lambton. Our Contact number is ******8599. By Far the B E S T 2012 Honda Accord Euro LUXURY with O U T S T A N D I N G 10 out of 10 Log Book Services I have Seen Yet. 1 Owner 2012 Honda Accord Euro Luxury Edition with Low Klms, Aircondtioning, Power Siteering Power Windows, ABS Brakes, Cruise Control, Dual Front and Side Airbags, SUNROOF

$15,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
New Lambton, NSW

Dealer used
30/04/2024

Top2009 Honda Accord 10 Euro Luxury 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 127074 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

2009 Honda Accord euro, $12888 plus on roads, includes 1 year extra protection plan more information available soon ! 4cyl 2.4l petrol engine 5 speed automatic, electric sunroof, heated leather seating with memory driver seat, lumbar support, fitted with 10 speakers sound system with subwoofer, 6 CD in-dash stacker,dual climate control air conditioning with rear air-conditioning, this vehicle drives and handles smooth it has been kept up to date with servicing next due at 133xxxkms and

$12,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Tweed Heads, NSW

Dealer used
29/04/2024

Top2012 Honda Accord Euro CU MY12 Luxury Blue 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 84379 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Family Owned Business Est 1985 Free 3 Year Warranty Full Car History Report Available and Clear of All Titles NSW Registered All Cars Mechanically Workshop Tested Log Books with Service History Automatic

$14,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Lidcombe, NSW

Dealer used
30/04/2024

2022 Honda Accord 10th Gen MY22 VTi-LX E-CVT Passion Red 1 Speed Constant Variable Sedan Hybrid

  • 9439 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

***ONE OWNER***2027 NEW CAR WARRANTY***HYBRID*** - 2.0L DOHC Hybrid i-VTEC In line 4-cylinder - 158kW @ *****6000 rpm and 315Nm @ 0-2000 - Fuel consumption 4.3L/100km average - CO2 emission s (g/km) 98 - Honda Sensing suite of driver-assist technologies: - Forward Collision Warning (FCW) - Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) - Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) - Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) - Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

$48,500 Excl. Gov. Charges
Valley View, SA

Dealer used
7 minutes ago

2003 Honda Accord Euro CL Luxury Silver 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 315387 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

NSW registration till 29th of July 2024 Family Owned Business Est 1985 Free 3 Year Warranty Log books with Service History Full Car History Available and Clear of All Titles All Cars Mechanically Workshopped PLEASE NOTE WE ARE LOCATED IN 2132, SYDNEY, NSW

$4,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Croydon, NSW

Dealer used
22 minutes ago

2013 HONDA Accord EURO LUXURY NAVI

  • 204994 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Yes, this vehicle is available. Please call zero four one nine three six two zero eight seven. We are located 15 mins from the eastlink tunnels, in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Please look at pic 2 for our number. Just arrived and drives great. Honda Accord Euro Luxury sedan, very economical 2.4ltr 4 cylinder automatic with the safety of driver, passenger and side airbags, ABS brakes, power steering, climate control air conditioning, cruise control, electric windows, cd player, Bluetooth,

$11,496 Drive Away^
Lilydale, VIC

Dealer used
52 minutes ago

HONDA Accord EURO LUXURY

  • 224923 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

AUTO ALLOYS REGO INC RWC INC STAMP DUTY INC CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE https://www.broombroom.au/ YES WE DO FINANCE FINANCE MADE EASY SELF EMPLOYED FINANCE LOW DOC FINANCE PENSIONER FINANCE SOLE PARENT FINANCE OUR LOW OVERHEADS = LOW PRICES TO YOU!!!!!!! YES WE WILL TRADE-IN Our price range of trucks and cars plus a team who are easy to deal with, will hopefully put the fun back into buying your next investment with us! With our big buying power and high turnover of vehicles you save $$$$$$

$7,499 Drive Away^
Slacks Creek, QLD

Dealer used
2 hours ago

2011 Honda Accord Euro CU MY11 Luxury Silver 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 70274 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

As a pre-owned vehicle from Melbourne's number one pre-owned specialist based in the South East suburbs, you can trust that this car has been thoroughly inspected and maintained to ensure that it is in excellent condition. We offer a hassle-free, no-haggle policy and price check our vehicles daily to ensure they are competitively priced for their condition, year, and mileage. We have hand-picked all our vehicles to undergo our 101 point safety check, so you can drive away with confidence

$16,980 Drive Away^
Springvale, VIC

Dealer used
2 hours ago

2016 Honda Accord 9th Gen VTi-L Blue Steptronic Sedan

  • 68600 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Buy with confidence knowing when you buy your Pre-Loved Car from us you will drive out with complete peace of mind in a vehicle that has been inspected, tested and approved by our licensed technicians. For your peace of mind our cars come with: 1. 12 Month Roadside Assist. 2. 48-hour Money Back Guarantee. 3. Fixed Price. We have done the research for you, no need to haggle. 4. No immediate expenses or service on your car. Located centrally, only 20 minutes from Melbourne CBD and 10 Minutes fr

$26,980 Drive Away^
Strathmore Heights, VIC

Dealer used
3 hours ago

2004 Honda Accord Euro CL Luxury Silver 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 106983 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

2004 Honda Accord Euro CL Luxury Silver 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

$9,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Adelaide CBD, SA

Dealer used
3 hours ago

2006 HONDA Accord V6 LUXURY

  • 153260 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

Honda Accord 3.0 V6 Sedan. 5/2005. AYC86R. SN 7162. 153XXX kms. Alloy wheels, AUTO, beige leather interior, driver passenger and side airbags, A/C. power steering, cruise control, electric windows, power mirror. $6990 We are located at 1700 Forest Road in Orange. Opening hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Mon to Fri and Saturday 8.30am to 1 pm.

$6,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Orange, NSW

Dealer used
3 hours ago

2013 HONDA ACCORD V6-L 5 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 164237 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

2013 Model purchased new in 2014, serviced regularly, log book provided- 160k on the odometer Air con recently re done Registered until March 2025 Some scrapes and internal fabric peeling (see photos for details) No Major mechanical issues since purchase Cash on pick up only - 10500 or best offer, can view in Corlette.

$10,500Negotiable
Corlette, NSW

3 hours ago

2008 Honda Accord 50 VTi Silver 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 264500 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

-CLEARANCE SALE FOR LIMITED TIME -CLEAR TITLE -NO ACCIDENT HISTORY -RWC -POPULAR K24 MOTOR -BARGAIN PRICE -ALLOYS -4 CYLINDER -POWER WINDOWS -FLOOR MATS -CRUISE CONTROL -DUAL CLIMATE CONTROL -MP3 COMPATIBLE -CD STACKER NOT TESTED -3 KEYS -GARMIN NAVIGATION -IMPRESSIVE SERVICE HISTORY -DRIVES A1 -AND MORE. MOST OF OUR CARS COME WITH RWC FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND. WITH OVER 15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE I CAN GIVE YOU THE BEST ADVICE AND PROVIDE YOU WITH THE BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE. HASSLE FREE SALE, FRIEND

$7,499 Excl. Gov. Charges
Ravenhall, VIC

Dealer used
4 hours ago

2008 Honda Accord Euro CL MY2007 Luxury Grey 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 190828 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Crazy Daves is a family run business with over 30 years experience in the industry. We stock quality used cars at wholesale prices, with new stock coming in daily. Buy with peace of mind knowing that all of our cars come with warranty, registration, guarantee of clear title and a current safety certficate. We do not stock repaired write offs and offer a large range of very competitive finance options, tailored to suit customers from all backgrounds. Give us a call today, so we can have you driv

$12,850 Drive Away^
Springwood, QLD

Dealer used
4 hours ago

HONDA ACCORD EURO LUXURY AUTO WHITE.

  • 230 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Honda accord euro luxury auto white pearl in colour.full optioned aircon electric windows,electric heated seats,cruise,airbags,Bluetooth,cd player with built in stacker,aux,steering paddle shift,factory electric 3way sunroof,tinted windows,parking sensors,immaculate condition inside & out mechanically excellent with books clear title.

$6,900Negotiable
Tullamarine, VIC

6 hours ago

2009 Honda Accord Euro CU Luxury Black 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 175115 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Introducing the Honda Accord Euro Luxury 2009 model in great condition from both in and out. Ideal spacious family car. 2.4L 4cylinder engine paired with and automatic transmission will be a fanstastic experience to drive. You will not be disappointed in owning this one. Priced very competitively in the market. Hurry!!! book your test drive today. Economy Cars Derwent Park is operated by Tasmania's largest dealership network. We offer our customers complete satisfaction 100% of the tim

$8,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Moonah, TAS

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2010 Honda Accord 10 Euro Silver 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 133077 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

VERY TIDY AND ONLY 133077 KMS WITH LOGBOOKS. Just serviced. 2.4 liter petrol Automatic. Warranty. We are a GOLD COAST Dealer based in Southport. EASY FINANCE Available to approved purchasers. Key Features: Cruise control. Dual Zone Climate Control air conditioning. Airbags, ABS Brakes. 17 inch Factory Alloy wheels. Premium sound Radio/CD player with 10 speakers. Paddle shifters. Fold down rear seats. Good service history. Towbar and more. We provide Certified Roadworthy and PPSR Cert

$13,490 Excl. Gov. Charges
Southport, QLD

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2008 Honda Accord 10 Euro Luxury Grey 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 216846 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

-RWC -CLEAR TITLE -AUTOMATIC -VERTINI CONCAVE ALLOYS -XENON LIGHTS -2.4L 4CYL ENGINE -1x KELESS REMOTE ENTRY -POWER SUNROOF -POWER WINDOWS -POWER SIDE MIRRORS -CRUISE CONTROL -FRONT PARKING SENSOR -REAR PARKING SENSOR -HEATED SEATS -LEATHER INTERIOR -LUXURY -ALOT MORE -AND MORE. MOST OF OUR CARS COME WITH RWC FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND. WITH OVER 15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE I CAN GIVE YOU THE BEST ADVICE AND PROVIDE YOU WITH THE BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE. HASSLE FREE SALE, FRIENDLY STAFF, AUSTRALIA WIDE W

$10,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Footscray, VIC

Dealer used
12 hours ago

2011 Honda Accord 50 MY10 VTi White 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 125644 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

FREE 1 YEAR GRAND WARRANTY AUTOMATIC PETROL ENGINE REVERSE PARKING SENSORS ALLOYS AIR CONDITIONING FINANCE AVILABLE* WARRANTY OPTIONS AVAILABLE* 5 MINS FROM GEELONG STATION NEXT DOOR TO KARDINIA CAFE ALL TRADE INS WELCOME COME IN & TEST DRIVE TODAY

$10,990 Drive Away^
Newtown, VIC

Dealer used
12 hours ago

2006 HONDA ACCORD EURO LUXURY MY06 UPGRADE AUTOMATIC SEDAN 4CYL 2.4L 168,000 Kms

  • 168000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

✔️RWC ✔️REGO ✔️WARRANTY ✔️FINANCE ✔️TRADE INS 2006 HONDA ACCORD EURO LUXURY MY06 UPGRADE AUTOMATIC SEDAN 4CYL 2.4L 168,000 Kms 🏁 BLUETOOTH CONNECTION TO LISTEN TO YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC 🏁 DRIVES VERY NICE & SMOOTH 🏁 RWC & REGISTRATION 🏁 FREEZING AIRCON 🏁 ODO: 168,000KMs 🏁 PETROL ENGINE 🏁 WARRANTY 🏁 AUTOMATIC 🏁 5 SEATER 🏁 4 DOORS 🏁 4 CYL 🏁 RWC 🏁 2.4L 🏁 LEATHER SEATS 🏁 SUNROOF 🏁 ELECTRIC HEATED SEATS 🏁🏁 THE CAR COMES WITH ROADWORTHY CERTIFICATE & REGISTRATION (exc. Gov. Cha

$9,995 Excl. Gov. Charges
Acacia Ridge, QLD

Dealer used
15 hours ago

2013 Honda Accord 60 VTi-L Silver 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 136416 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

!!!!!!!!!!! SALE ON!!!!!!!!!!!!! This 2013 HONDA ACCORD VTi-L 60 MULTI POINT F/INJ 2.4L 5 SP AUTOMATIC, Audio, visual & communication. Audio - Aux Input Socket (MP3/CD/Cassette) Audio - Aux Input USB Socket Audio - Input for iPod Audio - MP3 Decoder Audio Decoder - WMA Bluetooth System Multi-function Control Screen - Colour Speed Dependant Volume Stereo CD Player 7 Speaker Stereo Subwoofer Active Noise Cancellation Antenna - in Rear Glass Safety & security Airbag - Driver Airbag - Passenger

$17,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Homebush, NSW

Dealer used
16 hours ago

2012 Honda Accord Automatic 4 Cylinder 146.876 km AUG 2024 Rego Best Car

  • 146876 km
  • Other
  • Auto
  • 4

2012 Honda Accord Automatic 4 Cylinder 146.876 km AUG 2024 Rego Best Car Mobile: Mobile: 0426, 165, 549, Click Below link For All Stock. Website: WWW.GTWESTERNAUTOS.COM.AU FACEBOOK: https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Car-Dealership/gtwesternautos 2012 Honda Accord Automatic 4 Cylinder 146.876 km AUG 2024 Rego Best Car really neat and clean always service on time air bags All unregistered vehicles will come with 3 months NSW registration ALL power option Power Air Steer

$12,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Mount Druitt, NSW

Dealer used
17 hours ago

2011 HONDA Accord V6 LUXURY Auto Sedan

  • 149108 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

It's not often you can describe a 12 year old car as being 'like new' but this vehicle is it. Top of the range with every luxury that was available in 2012. Leather, memory and heated seats, sunroof, satnav, reverse camera and much more plus all the standard safety stuiff. Two older owners, full service history, absolutely excellent condition. Just arrived so more photos soon.

$11,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Yass, NSW

Dealer used
18 hours ago

2008 HONDA ACCORD V6 LUXURY 5 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 187000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.5L

Good car runs and drives well

$5,000Negotiable
Murrumba Downs, QLD

18 hours ago

2011 Honda Accord Euro CU MY11 Luxury Gold 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 203554 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.4L

Here's one for the rich and famous. Only the rich and famous can afford to have ash trays in the rear doors of their luxury saloon and enough leg room to stretch right out and look up and the stars through your flash electric sunroof at night, whilst James isn't sparing the horses to get you home to your luxury mansion, in your luxury chariot. Totally luxury, as you adjust your rear zone climate control to optimum temperature. Most of us don't know what rear zone climate control even is, cau

$9,750 Excl. Gov. Charges
Cardiff, NSW

Dealer used
18 hours ago

2004 Honda Accord 7th Gen V6 Luxury Gold 5 Speed Automatic Sedan

  • 74178 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 6 cyl 3.0L

2004 Honda Accord 7th Gen V6 Luxury Sedan: Elevate Your Driving Experience! ***VERY LOW KM VEHICLE*** ***FULL SERVICE HISTORY*** ***IMMACULATELY WELL MAINTAINED AND LOOKED AFTER*** Are you searching for a perfect blend of luxury, performance, and reliability? Look no further! Introducing the sensational 2004 Honda Accord 7th Gen V6 Luxury Sedan. Sleek Design: With its timeless elegance and refined curves, the Accord V6 Luxury Sedan turns heads wherever it goes. Crafted with precision, every

$13,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Lithgow, NSW

Dealer used
18 hours ago

1996 HONDA Accord VTi-S

  • 153814 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.2L

1996 HONDA ACCORD VTi-S 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN. 🔴2.2L Petrol Engine. 🔴4 Speed Auto. 🔴Low Kilometers 153814kms. 🔴Cold Air Conditioning. 🔴Cruise Control. 🔴Alpine Compact Disc Player. 🔴Central Locking. 🔴Power Seat Driver. 🔴Power Mirrors. 🔴Power Steering. 🔴Power Windows. 🔴Leather Trim throughout. 🔴Sheep Skin Covers Fronts. 🔴Air Bags. 🔴Sun Roof. 🔴Original Rims. 🔴4 Good Tyres. 🔴Full Service Books. 🔴3 Keys. 🔴Long Rego 08/04/2025. 🔴1 Owner Since New!! COMPREHENSIVE WARRANTY OPTI

$5,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Maddington, WA

Dealer used
19 hours ago

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Overview of the Honda Accord

Overview of the Honda Accord

The Accord put Honda on America's automotive map in the late 1970s, impressing with its high quality and low fuel economy. It would go on to become the US's most popular Japanese nameplate for 15 years running.

Between 2003 and 2015, Honda Australia ran a twin-model strategy for the Accord. There was the medium-sized Accord Euro sedan with its sportier, European feel and the larger, wider-bodied Accord sedan that focused on comfort and offered a choice of a V6 engine.

HONDA ACCORD GENERATIONS (SINCE 2003)

2003-2008

2008-2013

2013-onwards

2003-2008 (Accord Euro)

2008-2015 (Accord Euro)

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.4L 4-cylinder: 7.9 to 8.2 litres per 100km

3.5L V6: 9.3 litres per 100km

Hybrid: 4.6 litres per 100km

2.4L 4-cylinder (Accord Euro 2008-2015): 7.5 to 8.9 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO HONDA ACCORD

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: HONDA ACCORD EURO (2008-2015)

The Euro version of the Accord was built in Japan, while the non-Euro version (badged simply 'Accord') was built in Thailand. That gives the Euro a big head-start in quality terms, because Japanese factories have high standards when it comes to assembly methods.

Not that there was anything major wrong with the Thai-built car, but it couldn't match the Euro for being squeak and rattle-free over time.

Some owners have complained about noisy brakes in the Accord Euro, and a revised pad material was specified by Honda along the way.

The rest of your time inspecting any Honda Accord Euro should be spent checking the service history for any evidence of skipped oil changes.

The V-Tec technology in these engines allows them to perform very well, but they won't appreciate dirty oil that will restrict and ultimately block the flow of oil around the engine's internals.

If the oil on the dipstick is black and thick, we'd be looking elsewhere.