I had a 2008 Accord EX-L 4 cyl sedan in 2012-2013, it was my first car. It was Nighthawk Black Pearl with a black leather interior. I've been interested in car safety my whole life, wear my seat belt religiously, have been to 2 real life IIHS crash tests when I was a teenager ('09 Hyundai Genesis front offset and '09 Dodge Journey front offset) and didn't learn how to drive until I was 19 because I wanted to make sure I was good and ready. When I was looking for my first car, I knew I wanted an 8th generation Accord, I saw the crash test ratings and the crash test footage and it all looked great! Of course, safety wasn't my only concern, I looked up the reliability, quality, I rode in a few before I got mine, there was nothing I could find wrong with the car. It was as if Honda had built the perfect car... of course, something like a Mercedes S-Class would be technically better but few can afford them. Then April 22, 2013 came. A Chevy Impala barreled right into the driver's door of the Accord going probably 40 mph. The side curtain airbags and side airbags that I considered a must have feature leapt into action in less than 1/50 of a second and covered the window and chest area before my mom could get thrown to the side of the car. My mom means the world to me, the sweetest person in the entire world and that car saving her life in that split second was amazing. She literally walked away with a couple bruises in a crash where she could have been seriously hurt or worse in a car that barely met the safety standards of 2008. Honda really cares about safety and the 8th generation Accords are some of the safest cars of their era and are still very safe for today's standards. I got a 2011 Accord EX-L w/Nav V6 sedan, White Diamond Pearl with a tan leather interior to replace the '08, it's got about 147,000 miles on it and is still going strong after over 7 years. I plan on getting the 11th generation Accord whenever it comes out as my next car. People say an Accord is reliable, durable, comfortable, has easy to use controls, is easy to drive but the best endorsement I can give the Accord is that it can SAVE YOUR LIFE if the worst happens. August 8, 2020 5:22 am
@@Wally-pu2hh What price? Have a me hanic check it out for axles and differ suspension issues aside from the normal powertrain. The powertrain should be good still.
Purchased a 2008 EX-L, with 157,000 miles two years ago. Love the vehicle. It had a single owner who maintained it well. I did have to replace the center armrest padded cover. It was easy.
I too own a 2008 honda accord 2.4 AT Elegance in India. It has done 102000 kms now. Most of the issues you said are in my car too. Front doors rattle and vibrate (outer panels) while closing. Rear bearings are very noisy now. I work in Dubai and i bought all new shocks (kyb), wheel bearings (ntn), window weather strips (taiwan) and many other parts for my car from here and carrying it to India this week. Hopefully the car will ride smoother as earlier with all these new parts on. Also, i like wat u did for the lower part of front bumper. I will do the same as it is irritating for me to see such a big opening. I love my car and it is excellent to drive. I get almost 12kms/ltr of gas. Thanks for this good video.
Jyothi Karnavar I forgot about the bearings, I had to replace a set as well. I think it may have been caused from overloading it for a family trip. Thank you for checking out the video, hope your car improves with your new parts. 👍
@@luisreviews6412 Now i have new bearings and shocks on all 4 wheels, new weather strips, changed the transmission, power steering and engine oils (genuine honda). The beast is absolute joy to ride now. I am almost getting a smoother ride like my dodge charger in Dubai. Luckily all parts matched even though i bought LHD parts from Dubai for an RHD car in India. Also, i put matte black mesh grill on the lower part of front bumper. It looks a lot better now. Thanks a lot buddy for tat idea. I have 2 more weeks of vacation left in India and will take her out for a long drive.
Jyothi Karnavar Hey I am from India too and planning to purchase a preowned accord 2010-12 model,would you recommend me purchasing it and what is maintenance cost approx?
This was a boost of motivation to get a 2012 accord. Right now I have an 02 civic. It still works, just not like it use to. I abuse it, raced for 2 years with a messed up transmission, let it sit for 6 months, had crappy mechanics, oh my goodness. This car is still kicking, just have a problem with the head because people dont know how to put them back together apparently. Looking for a new car already because the repairs for the shocks that went out 2 years ago, the paint, and the head, its alot. Too much money. I would because I've had it for 10 years, and I still love my civic, but... I gotta let her go man.😢😢😢😭😭😭
Very true ! My brother's in law 2007 honda accord still runs smooth and it ac is icy cold, and has 304k miles all it needs to be replaced are the shocks other than that it's been a great car.
We have the same year and also have had to change rear wheel bearings and that rattle issue upon start up. We have 250k miles on it and have been happy with it. Just regular maintenance so far nothing big.
I've got a 2010 V6 coupe with 130K. The power door lock actuators started going out. Since I had to pull the door panels off anyway, I bought some new speakers (Infinity, though anything will be any improvement over the weenie stock Honda speakers) and a $40 box of Amazon sound deadener and just did all 3 at once. Sounded night and day better. So I pulled up the back seat, the trunk panels and carpet, laid down the rest of the sound mat and ran wiring for 8" Pioneer sub which tucks to the right side of the trunk. The whole ride is quieter and the tunes are much improved.
James Farmer 7,000. This was back in February, since then all I’ve needed was an oil change, and it takes the cheaper oil. 37 bucks later and zero problems!
Ryan R man $7,000 here in California isn’t going to get me nothing, there is one 2008 with 120,000 for $7000 where I live and thats the lowest I’ve seen, did you buy yours at a dealer?
I own same car like yours. Mine is 2.4 ivtech year 2008 with 157k km mileage. But not experience yet the grinding sound. I live in saudi arabia and this car perform well on riyadh road 💪
I've owned my 2008 Accord for 13 years going through Canadian winters , lots of salt ice etc. No doubt it will be on my next buy list it really has been a great car.
@@luisreviews6412that is probably my favorite generation of Accords - the 9th Generation! Timeless looks, beautiful styling…I’d love to have the V-6 Coupe w/ 6MT! Closest thing to a sports car that I’ll ever get. 😃
@@abel_gee as someone who sold cars for 5+ years, make sure you get gap coverage bc that vehicle won’t book out for more than $14k. If you wreck it you’ll be screwed with todays market being falsely inflated. I work auctions so my pristine one with 51k miles only books for $12,3 and I paid $11,3. Protect your investment my friend.
It's a very simple process to help with the hollow door sound. A couple of screws and popping the plastic pins out from the interior panel and you can get some stick on rubber/foam mat on the door skin. Make sure you wipe the metal down with some alcohol first and stick it on. Not expensive nor time consuming and it make a big difference. It can also in a slight way improve the speaker sound by deadening the door.
I had the same leaking problem with power steering pump and i replaced with new one from autozone 5 months ago with no problem. The issue in my opinion is the starter you have to take off many parts to reach it so if you have bad starter you have to tow your car because you can't reach it and hit it to make it start temporary.
This car are amazing, after I got 2012 with supposedly 90k miles, found out 3 months later that the guy got it from PA rolled back the miles, so it had 187k miles, NJ missed it, well 2 years later the car still going no problems, it have now 220k miles, only thing I do is flush trans fluid every 6 months, 3 quarts and trans will not shake making people think is the motor mount, spark plugs or fuel pump, injectors, also power steering noise pump I fixed changing the fluid.
I bought my ‘11 Accord LX 4cyl as a 2nd owner at 36K in 2013. Now it has 253K miles. It has ZERO ISSUES in the time I’ve owned it. Only maintenance work done: oil change every 5K miles w/Mobile1, filters, tires, brake pads, rotors front&rear. Treated fuel system every 20K miles/once a year with a bottle Techron. Living in MN we have harsher winters and I never warm it up past 30 seconds. She still purs to this day.
@@DS-ox9pz mine had a stumble at 20 ish. Drained the transmission fluid, 3 quarts comes out. Used 2 quarts of OEM honda transmission fluid and quart of Lucas stop slip and it shifts smooth, no more stumble.
I have 175,000 miles on my 2008 EX and I'm hoping to making it to 275,000 miles. Problems: VTC actuator, oil consumption (due to piston ring), fuel tank door rusted (make sure you wash yours at car washes). Paint is great, mileage is great, power is great.
I would always upgrade the door speakers first and run an amp to them. Then add a sub. Most people find they don’t need subs after getting amped door and deck speakers.. unless you’re really young.
I just inherited one of these from my sweet Mom for my sweet Daughter. One thing I am impressed with yours that needed immediate replacement with mine, is the headlights. Those are your originals!? If so, consider yourself very lucky indeed. These are notorious for clouding and hazing up. Looks like you've been able to avoid that unfortunate situation. Thanks for sharing your two cents here!
@@luisreviews6412 Ahhh! Ok! So you replaced them too. Yes, wasn't it so much fun peeling off the ENTIRE front bumper to get to them!? Well worth it though.
@@Damien781x You'll probably need to re-read my comment, my headlight issues are clearly stated. I replaced them due to how hazed and cloudy they were. What a difference it makes. Now if only the transmission wasn't slipping. Hopefully replacing that won't be my only option.
@@ademolaodunade4971 only when afrikanners drive them dry on oil then try to add it when it's too late. They do it to Subarus and every other car they touch
Thanks good information I have the Honda 2008 myself the only problem I have so far it’s the power stirring pump,the car is beautiful and drives beautiful thanks 🙏
Your door is making a very unique sound. I've owned 2 2009 accords and 1 2008 accord. I've never heard it sound like that. Maybe there is something moving inside of the door from a previous repair. Great car and I would only recommend it to my closest friends. Because I don't like people driving what I drive.
I have owned my 2012 coupe Exl for two years. The only issue I've had is rear brakes drag. Replaced the calipers but a year later it is starting to do it again. Still not a big deal for a car with 78k miles and otherwise runs perfectly. Very dependable.
The engine rattle noise on the Cold start is your VTC.. and the door rattling noises is from inside the door .. take the door panel out there is a metal trim to the very top comes loose
Wow, I bet your power steering pump wasn't going out. It was whining because of the o-rings issues. Man I am shocked the dealer did not tell you about the o-rings issue. I fixed mine for $10 after the whining got bad. Honda had an internal service bulletin on the o-rings part number change. If you are having power steering issues on this car do the o-rings first it cost $10 for 2 o-rings and fluid to top it off.
@@johnfitbyfaithnet super easy I did it in maybe 8 minutes total. I am sure you can find in video on it. If you have that whine when turning it will be gone, I did mine now almost 2 and a half years ago and that sound has never returned. Just have a rag handy because a little bit will leak out. Make sure you add fluid back to top the system off.
Had to watch this video again.. mine is a 2011 LX-P with 137k miles.. runs like a beast had a few issues when it was newer which was covered by warranty.. other than that, oil change every 7k miles..
The cold start rattle can sometimes be remedied by better oil, bought mine used changed from crap oil to mobil 1 full syn then to pennzoil full syn which is 2nd best to only amzoil. Cold start rattle went away after 3/4 k mile changes w good oil
@@dr.bunterhidenbrobruh5502 well then you're probably an owner of one that didn't get that issue I've had my 08 coupe since 2013 have had the rattle since then my neighbor has a 2011 4cyl sedan and we both had the rattle issue lol the neighborhood knew when we were leaving in the morning we'd both start ours at the same time lolz. But I agree with better oil it does diminish the sound
I have a 2009 Accord, fewer miles but I never knew it was a common issue to hear a grinding noise when cold starting. Glad to know I'm not the only one!
@@luisreviews6412 that is the VTC actuator for the valve timing. My 09 accord started doing it recently. It’s an issue with the timing chain that can cause it to stretch overtime. I would replace it, it’s not a hard job and if you do ur car is really low milage for an accord lol
I've had my 08 Accord Lxp since 09. 186k miles. These are known for high oil consumption from cheap piston rings and heads. Honda knew about this and a class action happened. Lately got a blinking check engine light. Scanned it. Random misfire code and misfire on 2 and 3. Replaced correct plugs and bad coils. Still misfiring and same codes. Replaced MAF and the PCV. Still misfiring. Engines are easy to work on for the most part. Did all maintenance myself. Faulty piston heads and rings. Faulty VTC actuator that Honda new about. Now trying to check EGR valve. Hard to diagnose a misfire. Honda after 10 years the paint starts chipping. Cheaply made rice burner in my opinion.
3:39 - In 1973, parked next to one of General Motors' redesigned mid-sized A-bodies(Malibu/Chevelle, Grand Prix, Cutlass, Regal), the 2008 - onward Accord would barely classify as MID-sized, lol! In all fairness though, Honda managed to stealthily carve ample cabin space of of what would be a compact-class body in the late 1960s early '70s. The aforementioned mid-sized GMs sat several inches lower to the road, much lower rooflines than today's Accord, Camry, and Malibu. Plenty of legroom and hiproom back then, coupled with mad amounts of overhang front and rear to accentuate that huge hood and trunk. The Inspire- I mean, North American Honda Accord for 2008! - is huge where it counts: behind the wheel, and at each passenger location, plus a competitive trunk. Additionally, Accord will out-handle and out-maneuver any early 70s GM boat any day!
@5:46 for cold start up , vtc valve is going out. And you have rodents. You can see their foot prints on the intake manifold. Rodents like to keep warm on the engine and they LOVE to chew wires. I'm not implyin that your dirty it just happens. I've show customers the footprints and they have gotten defensive bout being told bout them. They'll say " I live in a brand new development and all homes are new". Then I tell them your new development has been a field forever. So just keep and eye on it cause chewd up wires cost a lot.
Pablo Martinez You are correct, I mainly deal with them in the winter when the cold fronts start coming in. I fight with them back in forth trying to trap or keep them out until they go else where eventually... it is a yearly thing.
I once found a nest of some sort when I removed the engine beauty cover. I permanently removed the engine beauty cover and spark plug covers. Helps keep the engine a couple of degrees cooler and avoid rodents nesting.
Also bad piston rings and piston heads. High oil consumption. Repair estimate 2500.00 to 3k at the stealership. VTC actuator faulty. After 10 years paint chips off.
Its a timing chain adjuster sound... U must change it ASAP.. Otherwise it will ruin the whole engine when the timing chain guider will break due to that timing chain hitting with the guider.. Cuz i faced the same issue with my accord 2014..better u repair now.. May b it will cost around 400$
The EXL V6 model has vents and a nice sounding subwoofer in the back. Dealer parts are the best. The V6 models are very quiet. There are more damping in the V6 model. Honda addressed most issues in the 2012 models.
i am glad i watched your video, now i know i am not the only one the door problem...in my case i only have the hollow sound on my front doors the rear doors sound fine ...so what i have to do is keep on looking at more videos and possibly ask people on the know...
I have a 2009 accord lx 300,000 thousand miles first owner it has the trunk rattle just stuck foam back there just changed catalytic converter and starter still runs beautiful inside looks like new and outside has minor dings prefer to my 2017 civic my wife drives only thing is common issue with hood sensor triggering alarm randomly keeping it until it gives out then go get new accord lx less gizmos less problems
Lol, I have a true 100% base 2011 lx. I got the cheapest spec Accord from 2011 possible. I love the manual transmission. I paid $19,007 brand new with 5 miles on it, still have it today it will be 10 years old in under 60 days, and zero regrets on getting it.
@@Reptitude Nice lol, I had my 08 accord exl for 4 years now and I bought it for $2300 in 2017 (from car auction with minor hail damage) and its been the best car i ever owned and still do, after having owned a 2012 BMW 540i for 6 months lol. I just with the mpg was better, I got a 4cyl and I average like 17mpg.
I have the 2008 two door coupe, it’s 2022 now, first to go was the sunroof and it was open stuck, dealer claimed they couldn’t fix it, I went on RUclips and watched an easy fix, did it myself, closed it, good enough, then recently air conditioned went out, got that fixed and this week catalytic converters , replaces that, should be good for now. Fingers crossed.
I have a 2015 Civic in maroon color and love it!! i have electric power steering and a timing chain with CVT tho. mine is 85,000 miles. The doors also have a solid sound so maybe they did fix alot of the issues you had! :)
I have a 2010 Accord EX-L and I love my car. I have had some complaints about it but as far as the mechanics go, I’ve never had tissues with it. Shifts like butter! and it’s always looking good. I had the same concerns as you did, the hollow noice from the doors, the inner trunk arms that come down when you close the trunk. Other issues I had had are, having to replace the “bell molding” because the sun ate it up and the rubber was just cracked and peeling off. Also, even though the my EX-L came with “premium sound” because it has a subwoofer (the sound was really great) on hot days, and me living in the desert, the stock amp would overheat often, and I’d loose bass quick, but again, mainly in the summer. With the sound too, the plastic cover in the back that covers the area under the rear window, it would rattle so much! I had to add foam and apply it to the very end where it would make pressure against the plastic and window and it stopped the rattling. I hd the sound system redone recently and they added a lot of sound dampening material. Another thing is, having the leather on it, it wasn’t perforated so it would get awfully hot in the summer. It’s also common for the leather arm rest to bubble up and begin to rip. Mine did and I had to find a replacement. It’s held up even though it’s the wrong grey. (EX trim has dark grey leather/ EX-L was a warm light grey leather). Other than that, it rides great! It’s comfortable for long trips and does well with gas on that. For the city and day to day driving, it’s not bad but it glides have a big 18.5 Gal tank so it will fill up with like 50.. 55 bucks at $3.20 per gallon or so if your E light comes on. I have seems some of these cars with 325K! I only have about 87K on mine so I have a long ways to go! :)
Just saw this review of the 2008 Honda Accord LX today (7-14-21) and it's an honest car review, from what I got. My wife has had the same make, model series since we got it new back in July 2008 in Atlanta. It has 156,000 on it now. Was, several years ago, in a front end accident. Lot of the parts mention in this video may have been replaced...don't recall...the detail car repair work would have it. My wife wasn't hurt in the accident. Neither the "idiot" who hit her doing a rush through an intersection that had the stop light out. But, the front end of the car...a mess! Anyway, as to other "problems" we've had...it's been the brakes that had been manufactured for that year and I think the next as a bad series. Honda finally recalled them and fixed it. No problems. That "cold start winter noise" we have had but not often. The door hollow sound...not on her car. Now my Subaru Forester 2004...yes on the front doors only. (That car has 131K on it. I bought it outright in September of '03. It has had a couple of "issues" but, that's fixed. As to the Accord's road noise...it's a common problem with drivers. We've had 3 Honda Accords in almost 40 years and all are victims of increased road noise. My "Subie" is quieter than the Accord. (Next year, I'm probably going to get another "Forester"; it's just my speed and style being almost 71 years old) Back to the Accord in the hood insulation... yes, it needed that during production. I do think the wheel bearings on the car are going out. Noticing the "grinding noise" increasing like my Subaru had earlier this year which I had repaired. Well...good reviews on the " older cars" like this help.
Crazy because I am chosing between a Forester , and an Accord , and which one should I get ?? I love both even though they're different. Hit like if you reply so I know what you think . Thanks
Wally - They both are good. Reason why I mainly like the Subaru SUV's ( Forester & Outback) is the engine: Boxer four runs quite smooth...no rough four cylinder engine idle like all the others. It seems quieter too. Other reason, It's easy to get in and out of, especially those made the last few years. Ground clearance is almost 8.75". Yep...the CVT transmission is the main drawback in the complaints people say. I guess, if you are "kind" in driving habits: easy starts and not "punching the engine and drive train, the car should give one many miles of pleasant driving, if not years. I'm very decent on the treatment of my cars I've had for several decades. The Honda people develop great engines. Just look at their "track record" in past F1 & Indy car racing. A winner! The latest Accords are great looking...tough to beat all around. Hope this helps, Wally.
I have 2009 i4 one still runs strong at 150k I bought used in 2011 with 20k I had to fix the starter and it has a oil leak but it’s my ol reliable! Good on gas a solid car! Turned meh into a Honda guy! My wife had a 12 v6 accord it was a beast! But we traded it for a 19 Pilot! It is Awesome!
I own a 09 Honda Civic lx and I love it so much I got it with 103k now I have 117k almost 118 I’ve had it a lil over a year Now but ur accord is beautiful
Im also owner of a 08 EXL Nav for 2 years now..what i have done : replaced the vtc actuator for the cold start.....replaced both rear brake caliper pins due to uneven pad wear.....steering pump Oring due to leak....steering rack seal overhaul due to leak....both CV axles due to boot rupture....transmission oil and filter change....overhaul on starter motor...new shock absorbers...passenger side engine mount....engine belt tensioner...tyres...and normal maintenance.....upgrades : new Halo HID projector headlights....chrome door handles....sewn leather steering wheel cover.....self amp trunk woofer and amp speakers ....bumper fog lights...rear camera....front grill chrome inserts....led trunk brake strip....led fog and brake bulbs...3m paint polishing and wax....door light logo 3D lights on ground... long story Amazon is mostly where i get the parts at very good prices ...I love my Honda...im detailed with it...
@@luisreviews6412 Hello Luis.....I installed it June 2016... got it from Amazon for 130$...sound was gone but.as of today March 08th 2019...i think its coming back....it happens maybe twice every 10 start ups.....this time i wont replace it again since i know that the part is OEM and how old it is.....
@@marcomoya6599 I have brought that issue up to a couple of mechanics I use and both have said it is just a known characteristic of that particular motor. They both didn't recommend taking any action, my only change has been moving to synthetic hoping that helps with the dry starts.
@@luisreviews6412 the service bulleting does not warn of engine damage due to this....so yeah....we have to live with it....ajajjaja. I use a synthetic blend and use 10w30...to help eliminate oil compsumption....also prone to happen to our cars.
Hola amigos. .como andan ..Aca en la familia tenemos el 2010 impecable Accord V6 El auto mejor del mundo para mi ..potente , elegante , sobrio, Grande , calidad de primera. ..lo mejor .Gracias HONDA ...SALUDOS A TODOS .LO MEJOR DESDE ARGENTINA.
Same car 2009 accord, alternator issues battery issues for a bit. Brakes went through a ton. The locks are annoying, my key fob broke then my key broke and my one driver door key entry was locked no turning left or right I think someone tried to break in. I tried WD-40 etc. The window switch master driver side of course, one window switch just broke off and really strange. The cold start rattling for 1 second is exactly what mine has at 150k miles. However this car is awesome and a great reliable engine for sure. Expect 80k miles easily with just regular maint. After 100k you need to be vigilant to sounds noises and warning lights. Abs is another issue I've had but never fixed. Paint is great in my opinion lasting 15 years in Cali heat
Sounds like you have lots of miles and experience with your car. My power steering pump is the only thing that gave me trouble, the rest were just annoyances. With that said it was a solid car.
That is a long term review. I find it lame when a channel does a long term review after 5k miles or one year. Sad. You really find out what a vehicle is really like with quality after at least 5 years. Just keeping it real.
I have a 2012 honda accord and it doesn’t have any vents behind the armrest area so what I do is turn on the air condition for the front seats and also the rear defroster so if you notice, the defrosters blow the same air temperature as the AC. I hope this helps
I really want one for my first car. I'm hoping to get it sometime next year maybe. I'm looking for a good car for under $9k and 8k and from what I've seen these usually cost about 5 to 7 thousand
bought an exl back in august love it going to swap the head for a android auto come tax season great on gas i can go from southern nh to vermont and back on a half tank
I was wondering for anyone who has the Honda Accord luxury or euro, if the issues in the regular accord are still present in those models? Eg the hallow sound?
i do have a question though. do you see a drop in gas mileage? My calculate mpg is around 280-300 mpg in city/highway mix which is about a 100 mile loss
@@luisreviews6412 yea I’m averaging around 16-17 mpg using highway and city. I changed all my O2 sensors, spark plugs, oil change ever 3k and I cleaned out my fuel system but no luck. Edit: k24 not v6 ofc
This car is pretty boring to me but in terms of reliability it sounds great. You got a like for the in depth review as that's what people need before buying an older car
Yours is an LX model. I've got an 02 accord I have owned since new. Over the past year I have just started replacing oem hardware. Clutch assembly, power steering pump and steering rack, both new Honda parts. I've had an AC Hose replaced, and AC oil refrigerant replaced, cabin air filters. Differential oil drained and refilled with Honda spec diff. fluid. One thing I run mobile 1 Synthetic oil I always have and a K&N Oil filter. I've never had grinding on my cold starts. I do change my oil every 19 months on the dot. The BIGGEST GRIP I have is 98 - 02 Honda switched to water based paint for their whole line. And I've got clear coat degradation on the hood, front fenders, and sides of the body. NOOOOO Paint recall or class action suit against Honda for this blunder. Here in So. Cal. The sun reaks havic on paint. I'm on the hook for a top quality Paint job of $8K. Minor dent removal, taking the paint down to bare metal, body work then priming and paint. This accord has been THEEEE BEST car I've ever owned. I had Chevy, Pontiac, Dodge, two Mercedes which Have been great because they were older Benz models. A 96 E and a 2002E.
I recently got a 2009 accord. I noticed the same problem with the steering pump and also the hallow sound from the door. Also, my car didn't have a hood or trunk insulation which is weird my old 1998 had on both.
5:45 That grinding noise on cold start up is a VVT solenoid/valve issue and is common on old/high mileage accords. The filter screen for the VVT valve may be dirty and/or the VVT solenoid/valve needs to be cleaned or replaced. If you don't maintain oil in this engine frequently or let it go low, you will have this problem guaranteed.
@@luisreviews6412 Yeah I tried taking my solenoid out a year ago but it was pretty much impossible since it has been in there since the car was manufactured. But yeah, car still works lol
@@steevegmtech7326 That depends on the extent of damage to the intake camshaft acuator. If the problem has persisted for years, then I'd say maybe not, but there is definitely a chance
I found it at either Walmart or something like that. It is an all in one sub with a small amp. Isn’t perfect but for the small price it added bass to the radio without having to go overboard on a whole system $$$. I think it was a KICKER at Walmart for under $200.
iam scrollax No over haul just yet, consiering doing it however. I am at a point where I might trade it in and replace... but not decided yet. If I keep it I do plan on investing on some big ticket long term maintenance items. 👍
I had the 2011 EX model and it had an air vent for the back seat! My only complaint with mine was the rattle in the back windshield! Any issues with your door locks?
Alvin Gayo No rattle on mine but will listen closer. I have had some intermittent issues with door locks but they have gone away on their own thankfully.
@@luisreviews6412 hey luis if you still have the cold start rattle if you dont already use fukk synthetic oil, id advise pennzoil full syn 2nd best to amzoil.
What's the wattage on the amp for your sub? That's a rather thin wire for it coming off the battery, at least it looks that way. I wouldn't feel safe with smaller than 8 gauge to power a sub amp.
Beast of a sedan and one of the most beautiful design ever. Still looks relevant after 16 years later. Keeping the one I have forever.
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Im buying one this week. Nice car.
@@myidham1984for how much and what year.
@@stephinjacob3429 i bought 2013 about 10k usd, in Malaysia RM40k
@@luisreviews6412I just replaced my steering pump and I noticed a noise i bought the steering pump online you think that is what causing the noise
I have the same car... but when I saw your with tint windows it looked soooo good... I made a appointment the next day to get tint windows
Awesome! Yeah I am in Texas and tint is a must to help with the sun, plus it looks good as well.
What tint level do u have. I have an EXL.... which does have some of the things that you don’t have on that model
Mastroz Not that dark really, just whatever the tint place put on... or maybe the way it came.
How much is it for tints ?
@@luisreviews6412 where in Texas? I live near Brownwood Texas
I had a 2008 Accord EX-L 4 cyl sedan in 2012-2013, it was my first car. It was Nighthawk Black Pearl with a black leather interior. I've been interested in car safety my whole life, wear my seat belt religiously, have been to 2 real life IIHS crash tests when I was a teenager ('09 Hyundai Genesis front offset and '09 Dodge Journey front offset) and didn't learn how to drive until I was 19 because I wanted to make sure I was good and ready. When I was looking for my first car, I knew I wanted an 8th generation Accord, I saw the crash test ratings and the crash test footage and it all looked great! Of course, safety wasn't my only concern, I looked up the reliability, quality, I rode in a few before I got mine, there was nothing I could find wrong with the car. It was as if Honda had built the perfect car... of course, something like a Mercedes S-Class would be technically better but few can afford them.
Then April 22, 2013 came. A Chevy Impala barreled right into the driver's door of the Accord going probably 40 mph. The side curtain airbags and side airbags that I considered a must have feature leapt into action in less than 1/50 of a second and covered the window and chest area before my mom could get thrown to the side of the car. My mom means the world to me, the sweetest person in the entire world and that car saving her life in that split second was amazing. She literally walked away with a couple bruises in a crash where she could have been seriously hurt or worse in a car that barely met the safety standards of 2008. Honda really cares about safety and the 8th generation Accords are some of the safest cars of their era and are still very safe for today's standards. I got a 2011 Accord EX-L w/Nav V6 sedan, White Diamond Pearl with a tan leather interior to replace the '08, it's got about 147,000 miles on it and is still going strong after over 7 years. I plan on getting the 11th generation Accord whenever it comes out as my next car.
People say an Accord is reliable, durable, comfortable, has easy to use controls, is easy to drive but the best endorsement I can give the Accord is that it can SAVE YOUR LIFE if the worst happens.
August 8, 2020 5:22 am
whattheheck1000 Incredible experience, glad to hear all went well for you!
Are you a serial killer or something. Come on bruh
Man I absolutely love my 09 Accord! 178k miles and it still drives strong! It's my work horse when I'm not driving my Infiniti Q50.
Jonathan Nice
Funny you say that as I have an 08 accord and a 17 Q50. Honestly I like the accord better
@@ryanr2885 why ?
Hows it doin now
@@zoom-zoom3606 sold it, bought a 2021 Accord new back in 2021, but it was a beast.
I have a 2011 and at 370,000 miles now. I drove cross country and went through many long driving adventures. Looking to upgrade to a newer year.
Any major repairs you had to do? Cv axles, struts,wheel bearings etc?
Thanks for the review sir. Mine is a JDM Accord 2.4 with 130kmiles on it. Still doing very well for a 10 years ride 👍
I enjoyed this review. It's 3 years after you made it, but it has really been helpful.
I am going to check out a 2009 honda accord tomorrow.
Thank you! Popular car that runs for long time and people are still buying these on the used car market. Glad you found it helpful.
@@luisreviews6412 should I buy an 08 accord with 175,000 ? Like comment to let me know
@@Wally-pu2hh What price? Have a me hanic check it out for axles and differ suspension issues aside from the normal powertrain. The powertrain should be good still.
Purchased a 2008 EX-L, with 157,000 miles two years ago. Love the vehicle. It had a single owner who maintained it well. I did have to replace the center armrest padded cover. It was easy.
They are good cars, even better when gas is $4+.
@@luisreviews6412even with a V6?
I too own a 2008 honda accord 2.4 AT Elegance in India. It has done 102000 kms now. Most of the issues you said are in my car too. Front doors rattle and vibrate (outer panels) while closing. Rear bearings are very noisy now. I work in Dubai and i bought all new shocks (kyb), wheel bearings (ntn), window weather strips (taiwan) and many other parts for my car from here and carrying it to India this week. Hopefully the car will ride smoother as earlier with all these new parts on. Also, i like wat u did for the lower part of front bumper. I will do the same as it is irritating for me to see such a big opening.
I love my car and it is excellent to drive. I get almost 12kms/ltr of gas. Thanks for this good video.
Jyothi Karnavar I forgot about the bearings, I had to replace a set as well. I think it may have been caused from overloading it for a family trip. Thank you for checking out the video, hope your car improves with your new parts. 👍
@@luisreviews6412 Thanks buddy....cheers...
@@luisreviews6412
Now i have new bearings and shocks on all 4 wheels, new weather strips, changed the transmission, power steering and engine oils (genuine honda). The beast is absolute joy to ride now. I am almost getting a smoother ride like my dodge charger in Dubai. Luckily all parts matched even though i bought LHD parts from Dubai for an RHD car in India.
Also, i put matte black mesh grill on the lower part of front bumper. It looks a lot better now. Thanks a lot buddy for tat idea. I have 2 more weeks of vacation left in India and will take her out for a long drive.
@@jyothikarnavar Very nice!
Jyothi Karnavar Hey I am from India too and planning to purchase a preowned accord 2010-12 model,would you recommend me purchasing it and what is maintenance cost approx?
This was a boost of motivation to get a 2012 accord. Right now I have an 02 civic. It still works, just not like it use to. I abuse it, raced for 2 years with a messed up transmission, let it sit for 6 months, had crappy mechanics, oh my goodness. This car is still kicking, just have a problem with the head because people dont know how to put them back together apparently. Looking for a new car already because the repairs for the shocks that went out 2 years ago, the paint, and the head, its alot. Too much money. I would because I've had it for 10 years, and I still love my civic, but... I gotta let her go man.😢😢😢😭😭😭
Religiously change engine oil, transmission oil, engine coolant, power steering fluid and brake oil and these Accords will go over 300,000 miles.
Very true ! My brother's in law 2007 honda accord still runs smooth and it ac is icy cold, and has 304k miles all it needs to be replaced are the shocks other than that it's been a great car.
We have the same year and also have had to change rear wheel bearings and that rattle issue upon start up. We have 250k miles on it and have been happy with it. Just regular maintenance so far nothing big.
@@dark2000king LOL what’s a V4
@@dark2000king you ever owned one 200k + that had proper maintenance it’s whole life? These cars easily go 300k, with the regular maintenance
@@dark2000king it’s powered by a inline 2.4 or a 3.5 V6. Go ask a mechanic lol
I've got a 2010 V6 coupe with 130K. The power door lock actuators started going out. Since I had to pull the door panels off anyway, I bought some new speakers (Infinity, though anything will be any improvement over the weenie stock Honda speakers) and a $40 box of Amazon sound deadener and just did all 3 at once. Sounded night and day better. So I pulled up the back seat, the trunk panels and carpet, laid down the rest of the sound mat and ran wiring for 8" Pioneer sub which tucks to the right side of the trunk. The whole ride is quieter and the tunes are much improved.
Dave Clark Nice! I have only added a sub, but I like the sound dampening idea.
I just brought one today! Same color as yours with 64,000 miles. I sooo love it!! Thanks for this very informative video!!
ĆHËŁŠĖÂ Exciting, congratulations! 🎉
@@luisreviews6412 Thank you!!!
Is the 2008 good?
@@oscarbrieva5362 yes! I love my vehicle. I have had it a little over a year, and No major issues at all. You can’t go wrong with this model!
@@CMKR99 awesome i like that model but they say that the 2008 is like a bad one but thanks for letting me know
I just got a 2008 Accord with 42k miles on it and it looks absolutely identical to yours, same color and same trim level. So far I love it!
rjr 19 Nice, pretty low miles... take care of it and it should have lots of life left.
Luis Reviews Exactly what I’m hoping for. Hoping she’ll at least last me the next few years through college.
How much?
James Farmer 7,000. This was back in February, since then all I’ve needed was an oil change, and it takes the cheaper oil. 37 bucks later and zero problems!
Ryan R man $7,000 here in California isn’t going to get me nothing, there is one 2008 with 120,000 for $7000 where I live and thats the lowest I’ve seen, did you buy yours at a dealer?
I own same car like yours. Mine is 2.4 ivtech year 2008 with 157k km mileage. But not experience yet the grinding sound.
I live in saudi arabia and this car perform well on riyadh road 💪
Haikal Khairuddin 👍
what about the spare parts? expensive in KSA?
@@usmanafzaal6275 spare part for me still acceptable the manpower is expensive
Change the engine oil, the grinding will go away, these cars burn oil as they get older. Mine has 215k miles on it.
I've owned my 2008 Accord for 13 years going through Canadian winters , lots of salt ice etc. No doubt it will be on my next buy list it really has been a great car.
Have you ever had any hard shifts when temps were close to zero or below?
@@trishahunt79 Not that i can recall, just get in the car and warm it up for a couple minutes and drive away ,
@@jboyce6140 Purchased another Honda Accord - 2015. Kind of hard to find a reason to buy something else.
@@luisreviews6412that is probably my favorite generation of Accords - the 9th Generation! Timeless looks, beautiful styling…I’d love to have the V-6 Coupe w/ 6MT! Closest thing to a sports car that I’ll ever get. 😃
Just bought a 2009 ex-l with only 51k miles on it. I really appreciate your review and some things that I need to look out for. Great video!
thinking about getting the same exact car for 19000 with 42000 miles on it. thinking i should just bite the bullet
@@abel_gee as someone who sold cars for 5+ years, make sure you get gap coverage bc that vehicle won’t book out for more than $14k. If you wreck it you’ll be screwed with todays market being falsely inflated. I work auctions so my pristine one with 51k miles only books for $12,3 and I paid $11,3. Protect your investment my friend.
Glad the video helped.
@@abel_geedamn in 2020 ( a week before Covid) I paid $9k for a EX-L with 73k on it
It's a very simple process to help with the hollow door sound. A couple of screws and popping the plastic pins out from the interior panel and you can get some stick on rubber/foam mat on the door skin. Make sure you wipe the metal down with some alcohol first and stick it on. Not expensive nor time consuming and it make a big difference. It can also in a slight way improve the speaker sound by deadening the door.
Good to know, something to try out.
I had the same leaking problem with power steering pump and i replaced with new one from autozone 5 months ago with no problem. The issue in my opinion is the starter you have to take off many parts to reach it so if you have bad starter you have to tow your car because you can't reach it and hit it to make it start temporary.
So true.....it happened to me...
This car are amazing, after I got 2012 with supposedly 90k miles, found out 3 months later that the guy got it from PA rolled back the miles, so it had 187k miles, NJ missed it, well 2 years later the car still going no problems, it have now 220k miles, only thing I do is flush trans fluid every 6 months, 3 quarts and trans will not shake making people think is the motor mount, spark plugs or fuel pump, injectors, also power steering noise pump I fixed changing the fluid.
I have found them to be good, I am on my second Accord.
The cold start grind is either the TCT or VTCA. Just changed both with my uncle and it fixed the issue.
regarding the cold starting sound.....your VTC Actuator is bad. Don't worry....it's common. check out Chrisfix's channel
Lol i just commented the same 😂
I bought my ‘11 Accord LX 4cyl as a 2nd owner at 36K in 2013. Now it has 253K miles.
It has ZERO ISSUES in the time I’ve owned it.
Only maintenance work done: oil change every 5K miles w/Mobile1, filters, tires, brake pads, rotors front&rear. Treated fuel system every 20K miles/once a year with a bottle Techron. Living in MN we have harsher winters and I never warm it up past 30 seconds. She still purs to this day.
Pretty impressive 👍 That’s why we buy Hondas.
@@DS-ox9pz mine had a stumble at 20 ish. Drained the transmission fluid, 3 quarts comes out. Used 2 quarts of OEM honda transmission fluid and quart of Lucas stop slip and it shifts smooth, no more stumble.
I have 175,000 miles on my 2008 EX and I'm hoping to making it to 275,000 miles. Problems: VTC actuator, oil consumption (due to piston ring), fuel tank door rusted (make sure you wash yours at car washes). Paint is great, mileage is great, power is great.
Are the piston rings a easy/cheap fix and do you know if it was a wide spread issue with the 08’s
I would always upgrade the door speakers first and run an amp to them. Then add a sub. Most people find they don’t need subs after getting amped door and deck speakers.. unless you’re really young.
How much does it cost to add a basic amp with labor? I'm looking for a cheap upgrade.
I just inherited one of these from my sweet Mom for my sweet Daughter. One thing I am impressed with yours that needed immediate replacement with mine, is the headlights. Those are your originals!? If so, consider yourself very lucky indeed. These are notorious for clouding and hazing up. Looks like you've been able to avoid that unfortunate situation.
Thanks for sharing your two cents here!
Good eye! No they are Amazon replacements... cheap and are great... even came with bulbs. 🤷🏻♂️
@@luisreviews6412 Ahhh! Ok! So you replaced them too. Yes, wasn't it so much fun peeling off the ENTIRE front bumper to get to them!? Well worth it though.
@@stevealaska73 That was a long night with help from a friend and some cold ones.
idk what issues you have with your headlight but I have an 08 with original headlights!
@@Damien781x You'll probably need to re-read my comment, my headlight issues are clearly stated. I replaced them due to how hazed and cloudy they were. What a difference it makes. Now if only the transmission wasn't slipping. Hopefully replacing that won't be my only option.
Fantastic. I have a 2008 and she has 168k and runs like a dream.
Altima131 Great cars!
Do you mind telling me what you've replaced during that milestone? I own 2008 accord 4cyl 80k miles atm.
Love my 2008 honda. I just hit 200000 miles. I've changed my alternator 3 times, but it's a easy fix with the right tools. I change my oils regularly.
Nice
Please how regular is regularly as this model of Honda is known to burn a quart of oil every 1k miles
@@ademolaodunade4971 This was not my experience
150,000 miles still have original alternator
@@ademolaodunade4971 only when afrikanners drive them dry on oil then try to add it when it's too late. They do it to Subarus and every other car they touch
Thanks good information I have the Honda 2008 myself the only problem I have so far it’s the power stirring pump,the car is beautiful and drives beautiful thanks 🙏
Great to hear
I wish Honda would make a RWD v6 sedan. That would be great😎
That would be fun 🤩
Your door is making a very unique sound. I've owned 2 2009 accords and 1 2008 accord. I've never heard it sound like that. Maybe there is something moving inside of the door from a previous repair.
Great car and I would only recommend it to my closest friends. Because I don't like people driving what I drive.
It was a very good car for us. Now we have a 2015.
Have you noticed a dramatic difference in the newer model? Specifically the entertainment Console.
I have owned my 2012 coupe Exl for two years. The only issue I've had is rear brakes drag. Replaced the calipers but a year later it is starting to do it again. Still not a big deal for a car with 78k miles and otherwise runs perfectly. Very dependable.
How did you noticed the brake issue?
Yeah I have an 08 coupe and had to replace calipers twice no sure why but now it seems to be good
Luis Reviews good job on the mesh grille up front. I've once clogged up my condensor. Fixed it with heavy degreaser gel and pressure washer.
The engine rattle noise on the Cold start is your VTC.. and the door rattling noises is from inside the door .. take the door panel out there is a metal trim to the very top comes loose
I learn to live with the noise of the VTC as well as the door.
Thanks for the video. I am planning to buy a station wagon of this model next week with 205000 km mileage. Sounds like I'll be driving it for a while.
Inimrahvas 👍
How's it running man ?
@@maverick.7 Very good. All works. I have driven it 9000 km so far. Only some lightbulbs have needed to be changed.
Wow, I bet your power steering pump wasn't going out. It was whining because of the o-rings issues. Man I am shocked the dealer did not tell you about the o-rings issue. I fixed mine for $10 after the whining got bad. Honda had an internal service bulletin on the o-rings part number change. If you are having power steering issues on this car do the o-rings first it cost $10 for 2 o-rings and fluid to top it off.
Great tip
Were they easy to replace?
@@johnfitbyfaithnet super easy I did it in maybe 8 minutes total. I am sure you can find in video on it. If you have that whine when turning it will be gone, I did mine now almost 2 and a half years ago and that sound has never returned. Just have a rag handy because a little bit will leak out. Make sure you add fluid back to top the system off.
Had to watch this video again.. mine is a 2011 LX-P with 137k miles.. runs like a beast had a few issues when it was newer which was covered by warranty.. other than that, oil change every 7k miles..
Eddie Wow Very nice 👍
The cold start rattle can sometimes be remedied by better oil, bought mine used changed from crap oil to mobil 1 full syn then to pennzoil full syn which is 2nd best to only amzoil. Cold start rattle went away after 3/4 k mile changes w good oil
I don't recall ever hearing this and I use only Mobil 1 full synthetic high mileage on my '08 4 cylinder accord
@@dr.bunterhidenbrobruh5502 well then you're probably an owner of one that didn't get that issue I've had my 08 coupe since 2013 have had the rattle since then my neighbor has a 2011 4cyl sedan and we both had the rattle issue lol the neighborhood knew when we were leaving in the morning we'd both start ours at the same time lolz. But I agree with better oil it does diminish the sound
I have a 2009 Accord, fewer miles but I never knew it was a common issue to hear a grinding noise when cold starting. Glad to know I'm not the only one!
Andrew K Unfortunately it affected mine but I just learned to live with it.
@@luisreviews6412 that is the VTC actuator for the valve timing. My 09 accord started doing it recently. It’s an issue with the timing chain that can cause it to stretch overtime. I would replace it, it’s not a hard job and if you do ur car is really low milage for an accord lol
@@nasseranise102 I considered doing it but just sold it and left it like that. I have 2015 now and it doesn’t do it.
@@nasseranise102 my 2009 3.5 V6 has only 35,000 genuine miles very 👌🏼
@@Colonelwalterekhurtz hell yeah dude. I have the 4cyl with manual trans
I've had my 08 Accord Lxp since 09. 186k miles. These are known for high oil consumption from cheap piston rings and heads. Honda knew about this and a class action happened. Lately got a blinking check engine light. Scanned it. Random misfire code and misfire on 2 and 3. Replaced correct plugs and bad coils. Still misfiring and same codes. Replaced MAF and the PCV. Still misfiring. Engines are easy to work on for the most part. Did all maintenance myself. Faulty piston heads and rings. Faulty VTC actuator that Honda new about. Now trying to check EGR valve. Hard to diagnose a misfire. Honda after 10 years the paint starts chipping. Cheaply made rice burner in my opinion.
Had similar issues and it turned out to be the O2 sensors
Great detailed review! Really help me decide on which used car to buy.
Glad I could help. A family memes purchased the car and it is still running strong.
I got 2011 Honda Accord 139k
It’s very smooth running and it don’t make any noise
3:39 - In 1973, parked next to one of General Motors' redesigned mid-sized A-bodies(Malibu/Chevelle, Grand Prix, Cutlass, Regal), the 2008 - onward Accord would barely classify as MID-sized, lol! In all fairness though, Honda managed to stealthily carve ample cabin space of of what would be a compact-class body in the late 1960s early '70s.
The aforementioned mid-sized GMs sat several inches lower to the road, much lower rooflines than today's Accord, Camry, and Malibu. Plenty of legroom and hiproom back then, coupled with mad amounts of overhang front and rear to accentuate that huge hood and trunk. The Inspire- I mean, North American Honda Accord for 2008! - is huge where it counts: behind the wheel, and at each passenger location, plus a competitive trunk. Additionally, Accord will out-handle and out-maneuver any early 70s GM boat any day!
Some good points
@5:46 for cold start up , vtc valve is going out. And you have rodents. You can see their foot prints on the intake manifold. Rodents like to keep warm on the engine and they LOVE to chew wires. I'm not implyin that your dirty it just happens. I've show customers the footprints and they have gotten defensive bout being told bout them. They'll say " I live in a brand new development and all homes are new". Then I tell them your new development has been a field forever. So just keep and eye on it cause chewd up wires cost a lot.
Pablo Martinez You are correct, I mainly deal with them in the winter when the cold fronts start coming in. I fight with them back in forth trying to trap or keep them out until they go else where eventually... it is a yearly thing.
I once found a nest of some sort when I removed the engine beauty cover. I permanently removed the engine beauty cover and spark plug covers. Helps keep the engine a couple of degrees cooler and avoid rodents nesting.
Also bad piston rings and piston heads. High oil consumption. Repair estimate 2500.00 to 3k at the stealership. VTC actuator faulty. After 10 years paint chips off.
Its a timing chain adjuster sound... U must change it ASAP.. Otherwise it will ruin the whole engine when the timing chain guider will break due to that timing chain hitting with the guider.. Cuz i faced the same issue with my accord 2014..better u repair now.. May b it will cost around 400$
The EXL V6 model has vents and a nice sounding subwoofer in the back. Dealer parts are the best. The V6 models are very quiet. There are more damping in the V6 model. Honda addressed most issues in the 2012 models.
I now own a 15 EXL, lots of upgrades.
@@luisreviews6412 Did you get the V6 model with a regular 6 speed instead of cvt and how is the mpg?
@@yemi0 4 cylinder- enough power for my needs and mpg.
i am glad i watched your video, now i know i am not the only one the door problem...in my case i only have the hollow sound on my front doors the rear doors sound fine ...so what i have to do is keep on looking at more videos and possibly ask people on the know...
besamemucho5 You’re right only the front doors sound that way, good observation.
I have a 2009 accord lx 300,000 thousand miles first owner it has the trunk rattle just stuck foam back there just changed catalytic converter and starter still runs beautiful inside looks like new and outside has minor dings prefer to my 2017 civic my wife drives only thing is common issue with hood sensor triggering alarm randomly keeping it until it gives out then go get new accord lx less gizmos less problems
Nice
Nice video. I am torn between Honda Accord and the Maxima. I know that they are different sizes. My friend told me to stay away form all Nissans
ivorysteele I agree
It's either Honda or Toyota
Toyota Camry and honda accord 👍🏼👍🏼.
Thanks for this in depth review definitely helps me appreciate my purchase.
Awesome glad it helped!
I can't deal with a base model let alone for 10yrs lol. I love my exl
Sam Lung I hear you on that... it got us through the baby and little kids phase of our lives and it fit the bill for that.
Lol, I have a true 100% base 2011 lx. I got the cheapest spec Accord from 2011 possible. I love the manual transmission. I paid $19,007 brand new with 5 miles on it, still have it today it will be 10 years old in under 60 days, and zero regrets on getting it.
@@Reptitude
Nice lol, I had my 08 accord exl for 4 years now and I bought it for $2300 in 2017 (from car auction with minor hail damage) and its been the best car i ever owned and still do, after having owned a 2012 BMW 540i for 6 months lol.
I just with the mpg was better, I got a 4cyl and I average like 17mpg.
In my country the only option for the Accord is the EXL
I have the 2008 two door coupe, it’s 2022 now, first to go was the sunroof and it was open stuck, dealer claimed they couldn’t fix it, I went on RUclips and watched an easy fix, did it myself, closed it, good enough, then recently air conditioned went out, got that fixed and this week catalytic converters , replaces that, should be good for now. Fingers crossed.
No car payments i hope?
Just bought a 2012 EXL with the 4 cyl and Iove it
ZephyrMagni Same here, will do a review soon.
How much?
@@jamesfarmer5349 Paid 8500k for mine that was with taxes and registration. Great gas milage too
I have a 2015 Civic in maroon color and love it!! i have electric power steering and a timing chain with CVT tho. mine is 85,000 miles. The doors also have a solid sound so maybe they did fix alot of the issues you had! :)
I have those Civics, they look sharp.
I have a 2010 Accord EX-L and I love my car. I have had some complaints about it but as far as the mechanics go, I’ve never had tissues with it. Shifts like butter! and it’s always looking good. I had the same concerns as you did, the hollow noice from the doors, the inner trunk arms that come down when you close the trunk. Other issues I had had are, having to replace the “bell molding” because the sun ate it up and the rubber was just cracked and peeling off. Also, even though the my EX-L came with “premium sound” because it has a subwoofer (the sound was really great) on hot days, and me living in the desert, the stock amp would overheat often, and I’d loose bass quick, but again, mainly in the summer. With the sound too, the plastic cover in the back that covers the area under the rear window, it would rattle so much! I had to add foam and apply it to the very end where it would make pressure against the plastic and window and it stopped the rattling. I hd the sound system redone recently and they added a lot of sound dampening material. Another thing is, having the leather on it, it wasn’t perforated so it would get awfully hot in the summer. It’s also common for the leather arm rest to bubble up and begin to rip. Mine did and I had to find a replacement. It’s held up even though it’s the wrong grey. (EX trim has dark grey leather/ EX-L was a warm light grey leather). Other than that, it rides great! It’s comfortable for long trips and does well with gas on that. For the city and day to day driving, it’s not bad but it glides have a big 18.5 Gal tank so it will fill up with like 50.. 55 bucks at $3.20 per gallon or so if your E light comes on. I have seems some of these cars with 325K! I only have about 87K on mine so I have a long ways to go! :)
Thank you for your experience, great to hear! We purchased a 2015 EX-L which I will be doing a review of as well.
What MPG's have u got? Im looking at a 2010 EX-L 4cy here in a few. I was surprised it didnt come with Nav.
Just saw this review of the 2008 Honda Accord LX today (7-14-21) and it's an honest car review, from what I got. My wife has had the same make, model series since we got it new back in July 2008 in Atlanta. It has 156,000 on it now. Was, several years ago, in a front end accident. Lot of the parts mention in this video may have been replaced...don't recall...the detail car repair work would have it. My wife wasn't hurt in the accident. Neither the "idiot" who hit her doing a rush through an intersection that had the stop light out. But, the front end of the car...a mess! Anyway, as to other "problems" we've had...it's been the brakes that had been manufactured for that year and I think the next as a bad series. Honda finally recalled them and fixed it. No problems. That "cold start winter noise" we have had but not often. The door hollow sound...not on her car. Now my Subaru Forester 2004...yes on the front doors only. (That car has 131K on it. I bought it outright in September of '03. It has had a couple of "issues" but, that's fixed. As to the Accord's road noise...it's a common problem with drivers. We've had 3 Honda Accords in almost 40 years and all are victims of increased road noise. My "Subie" is quieter than the Accord. (Next year, I'm probably going to get another "Forester"; it's just my speed and style being almost 71 years old) Back to the Accord in the hood insulation... yes, it needed that during production. I do think the wheel bearings on the car are going out. Noticing the "grinding noise" increasing like my Subaru had earlier this year which I had repaired.
Well...good reviews on the " older cars" like this help.
Thank you for sharing your experience. Lots of these still out on the road and I hope my review helps someone out there. 👍
Crazy because I am chosing between a Forester , and an Accord , and which one should I get ?? I love both even though they're different. Hit like if you reply so I know what you think . Thanks
Wally - They both are good. Reason why I mainly like the Subaru SUV's ( Forester & Outback) is the engine: Boxer four runs quite smooth...no rough four cylinder engine idle like all the others. It seems quieter too. Other reason, It's easy to get in and out of, especially those made the last few years. Ground clearance is almost 8.75".
Yep...the CVT transmission is the main drawback in the complaints people say. I guess, if you are "kind" in driving habits: easy starts and not "punching the engine and drive train, the car should give one many miles of pleasant driving, if not years. I'm very decent on the treatment of my cars I've had for several decades.
The Honda people develop great engines. Just look at their "track record" in past F1 & Indy car racing. A winner!
The latest Accords are great looking...tough to beat all around.
Hope this helps, Wally.
vents in the back come with the higher trim level.
Was just listing to my door close very solid. Nice thud.
I have a 2002 Accord LX and it runs like it's brand new
Mike Davis Great to hear
Haad mine for 12 years and counting it’s almost 200k best car I’ve ever had had minor issues… only thing bad is the pain started fading on the hood
I have 2009 i4 one still runs strong at 150k I bought used in 2011 with 20k I had to fix the starter and it has a oil leak but it’s my ol reliable! Good on gas a solid car! Turned meh into a Honda guy! My wife had a 12 v6 accord it was a beast! But we traded it for a 19 Pilot! It is Awesome!
They make good reliable cars that get the job done for a long time.
I own a 09 Honda Civic lx and I love it so much I got it with 103k now I have 117k almost 118 I’ve had it a lil over a year Now but ur accord is beautiful
Nice! Your car still has a lot of life left.
I got a 2011 EX-L V6 with almost 90K miles on it. I love my car lol
B. F. 👍
Im also owner of a 08 EXL Nav for 2 years now..what i have done : replaced the vtc actuator for the cold start.....replaced both rear brake caliper pins due to uneven pad wear.....steering pump Oring due to leak....steering rack seal overhaul due to leak....both CV axles due to boot rupture....transmission oil and filter change....overhaul on starter motor...new shock absorbers...passenger side engine mount....engine belt tensioner...tyres...and normal maintenance.....upgrades : new Halo HID projector headlights....chrome door handles....sewn leather steering wheel cover.....self amp trunk woofer and amp speakers ....bumper fog lights...rear camera....front grill chrome inserts....led trunk brake strip....led fog and brake bulbs...3m paint polishing and wax....door light logo 3D lights on ground... long story Amazon is mostly where i get the parts at very good prices ...I love my Honda...im detailed with it...
Forgot tinted windows and sunroof!!
marco moya Wow, very nice! Were you able to get rid of the cold start issue?
@@luisreviews6412 Hello Luis.....I installed it June 2016... got it from Amazon for 130$...sound was gone but.as of today March 08th 2019...i think its coming back....it happens maybe twice every 10 start ups.....this time i wont replace it again since i know that the part is OEM and how old it is.....
@@marcomoya6599 I have brought that issue up to a couple of mechanics I use and both have said it is just a known characteristic of that particular motor. They both didn't recommend taking any action, my only change has been moving to synthetic hoping that helps with the dry starts.
@@luisreviews6412 the service bulleting does not warn of engine damage due to this....so yeah....we have to live with it....ajajjaja. I use a synthetic blend and use 10w30...to help eliminate oil compsumption....also prone to happen to our cars.
Mine is 2008 EX-L 2.4 270,000K
Jonathan Jonathan I just bought a 2012 exl v6 mine has 120k runs like new!
@@zane423 does it have a CVT? If so then I'm sorry brother
9th gen Honda are CVT.
Lol, a cvt on an 8th gen Accord!!!!!
That was a nice joke
Hola amigos. .como andan ..Aca en la familia tenemos el 2010 impecable Accord V6 El auto mejor del mundo para mi ..potente , elegante , sobrio, Grande , calidad de primera. ..lo mejor .Gracias HONDA ...SALUDOS A TODOS .LO MEJOR DESDE ARGENTINA.
Si es un buen carrito para la familia. Saludes de Tejas!
Same car 2009 accord, alternator issues battery issues for a bit. Brakes went through a ton. The locks are annoying, my key fob broke then my key broke and my one driver door key entry was locked no turning left or right I think someone tried to break in. I tried WD-40 etc. The window switch master driver side of course, one window switch just broke off and really strange. The cold start rattling for 1 second is exactly what mine has at 150k miles. However this car is awesome and a great reliable engine for sure. Expect 80k miles easily with just regular maint. After 100k you need to be vigilant to sounds noises and warning lights. Abs is another issue I've had but never fixed. Paint is great in my opinion lasting 15 years in Cali heat
Sounds like you have lots of miles and experience with your car. My power steering pump is the only thing that gave me trouble, the rest were just annoyances. With that said it was a solid car.
The fact that you filmed this 10 years after the model was built
That is a long term review. I find it lame when a channel does a long term review after 5k miles or one year. Sad. You really find out what a vehicle is really like with quality after at least 5 years. Just keeping it real.
I have a 2012 honda accord and it doesn’t have any vents behind the armrest area so what I do is turn on the air condition for the front seats and also the rear defroster so if you notice, the defrosters blow the same air temperature as the AC. I hope this helps
Kevin Nguyen I have heard of people doing that before.
I aim the vents in the center up and the side ones toward the door.
You placed a subwoofer in the trunk. Door sounds shouldn't bother you much.
Ernesto Mongalo Sub helps, isn’t perfect but good for such a small price.
I really want one for my first car. I'm hoping to get it sometime next year maybe. I'm looking for a good car for under $9k and 8k and from what I've seen these usually cost about 5 to 7 thousand
I have found it to be a good car overall and can really see why these vehicles last for so long.
Did u ever get one
850 Jayy What did you end up getting ?
bought an exl back in august love it going to swap the head for a android auto come tax season great on gas i can go from southern nh to vermont and back on a half tank
Stephen Roach Nice, I purchased an EXL as well, really enjoy it. Hope to add a Car play unit soon.
Great video. Thank you for sharing. Nice car!
I was wondering for anyone who has the Honda Accord luxury or euro, if the issues in the regular accord are still present in those models? Eg the hallow sound?
i personally enjoy my 08 exl's audio quality a lot. me and my friends even agree that its much better than some of the newer cars.
i do have a question though. do you see a drop in gas mileage? My calculate mpg is around 280-300 mpg in city/highway mix which is about a 100 mile loss
@@Damien781x You mean a loss over time? I haven’t, just be sure to properly maintain your vehicle.
@@luisreviews6412 yea I’m averaging around 16-17 mpg using highway and city. I changed all my O2 sensors, spark plugs, oil change ever 3k and I cleaned out my fuel system but no luck.
Edit: k24 not v6 ofc
@@Damien781x Wow that is very low. Lay off the gas pedal is all I could say… definitely not normal.
i have the 2005 best car i ever had ,got new and will die old with me,its been 15 years and still going like new
Nice! Just keep up with the maintenance
I have also the 2005 i bought new , will keep forever too
Oil consumption and VTC actuator rattle is consumption is common.
Good to know!
Are the transmissions reliable?
So far so good with the transmission.
I have 17 Accord EXL very pleased!
I have a 2001 Accord, owned for 13 years. 154,000, Runs like new. :)
The LX models have less insulation that's why there is none under the hood the door and the trunk. you get the subwoofer with the EX-l
I get it but still disappointing.
...I don't like the hub caps/wheel covers on the LX. EX trim looks much better.
Yeah, wasn’t a fan of them either but I understand they have a price point to meet.
I drive this it’s called “evil spirit “ in Nigeria, such a nice car.
This car is pretty boring to me but in terms of reliability it sounds great. You got a like for the in depth review as that's what people need before buying an older car
I hear ya, but when you are married with kids... you just need something reliable, safe and good for your family.
@@luisreviews6412 oh yeah I understand. Maybe later I will be in the same situation, but if I get a nice ass ride maybe being single won't be so bad!
@@manuelmarquez5600 Enjoy it
you do have vents for the back seat....they are just under the front seats instead of on the center console....your welcome.
kenmasters43 Technically yes, practically No.
Great video. Very informative.
Philip Hall Thank you
Yours is an LX model. I've got an 02 accord I have owned since new. Over the past year I have just started replacing oem hardware.
Clutch assembly, power steering pump and steering rack, both new Honda parts. I've had an AC Hose replaced, and AC oil refrigerant replaced, cabin air filters. Differential oil drained and refilled with Honda spec diff. fluid. One thing I run mobile 1 Synthetic oil I always have and a K&N Oil filter. I've never had grinding on my cold starts. I do change my oil every 19 months on the dot.
The BIGGEST GRIP I have is 98 - 02 Honda switched to water based paint for their whole line. And I've got clear coat degradation on the hood, front fenders, and sides of the body. NOOOOO Paint recall or class action suit against Honda for this blunder. Here in So. Cal. The sun reaks havic on paint. I'm on the hook for a top quality Paint job of $8K. Minor dent removal, taking the paint down to bare metal, body work then priming and paint.
This accord has been THEEEE BEST car I've ever owned. I had Chevy, Pontiac, Dodge, two Mercedes which Have been great because they were older Benz models. A 96 E and a 2002E.
How comfortable is the seat for you on longer trips? I've read that some people find the seats in this generation uncomfortable for longer trips.
Patrick Simpson I don’t recall it being an issue for me on long trips.
I recently got a 2009 accord. I noticed the same problem with the steering pump and also the hallow sound from the door. Also, my car didn't have a hood or trunk insulation which is weird my old 1998 had on both.
Cost cutting I imagine.
5:45 That grinding noise on cold start up is a VVT solenoid/valve issue and is common on old/high mileage accords. The filter screen for the VVT valve may be dirty and/or the VVT solenoid/valve needs to be cleaned or replaced. If you don't maintain oil in this engine frequently or let it go low, you will have this problem guaranteed.
That is what I diagnosed it to be but never replaced it... then sold it to a friend. Still running strong.
If you change the vvt solenoid, you won't have that noise anymore right??
@@luisreviews6412 Yeah I tried taking my solenoid out a year ago but it was pretty much impossible since it has been in there since the car was manufactured. But yeah, car still works lol
@@steevegmtech7326 That depends on the extent of damage to the intake camshaft acuator. If the problem has persisted for years, then I'd say maybe not, but there is definitely a chance
@@JoseRivera-uj8km 👍
Im planning to buy an automatic version of this, a 2.4L. Hopefully it lasts for 10 more years.
Check of it has that rattle , which you hear it from a cold start only. Also good maintenance and your golden. 4 cyl is easier to maintain.
@@luisreviews6412 thanks man. will definitely check everything you mentioned here!
Your door is messed up, I have the same exact car and the doors do not sound hollow. All stock and got it new.
What model? LX?
@@luisreviews6412 Yes 2008 LX
6:56 I went through the same thing with an alternator for a 2001 camry. Turns out Napa was a better parts house but YMMV.
Lesson learned
I just purchased this model yesterday! What kind of sub is that? I'm really interested and looking for one
I found it at either Walmart or something like that. It is an all in one sub with a small amp. Isn’t perfect but for the small price it added bass to the radio without having to go overboard on a whole system $$$. I think it was a KICKER at Walmart for under $200.
Have one also but I miss my Volvo! Big difference!
Hi Luis...I reckon that your car has a mileage of ard 150k miles. Have you have ever done any type of overhaulin of engine or transmission?
iam scrollax No over haul just yet, consiering doing it however. I am at a point where I might trade it in and replace... but not decided yet. If I keep it I do plan on investing on some big ticket long term maintenance items. 👍
iam scrollax my 08 just hit 150k only thing ive replaced is the power steering pump and belt tensioner
Very good review.
TY! Hope to do a 2015 review soon.
5:40 Mine didnt start making this noise till after 330k miles. Pretty sure its just worn out pullys.
I had the 2011 EX model and it had an air vent for the back seat! My only complaint with mine was the rattle in the back windshield! Any issues with your door locks?
Alvin Gayo No rattle on mine but will listen closer. I have had some intermittent issues with door locks but they have gone away on their own thankfully.
@@luisreviews6412 hey luis if you still have the cold start rattle if you dont already use fukk synthetic oil, id advise pennzoil full syn 2nd best to amzoil.
What's the wattage on the amp for your sub? That's a rather thin wire for it coming off the battery, at least it looks that way. I wouldn't feel safe with smaller than 8 gauge to power a sub amp.
Don’t recall, it was an all in one combo so it was designed that way.
Do you have a link for the grill you installed behind the front grill?
Tihut Temari I don’t, I just looked for leaf guard or gutter screens for gutters.
@@luisreviews6412 ok thanks.
I have a 2009 with 166k. How are the transmissions?
Lenny D. Same mileage and had no issues.
Gear 1 and 2 are hard shift