2006 accord? difference between EX and LX?

[dufffman]

Hi,

I am in the market for a new/used(2004-2005) Honda Accord and was wondering what is the difference between the EX and the LX models?

Also, when would the 2006 Accord be coming out? If anyone has been closeley following the cars previews is it something to wait for or better to get the '05 instead? What are the good/bad things in the new accord?

Lastly I am sure that there would be a unanimous agreement in that the Accord is wayyy better then the camry (in this group at least), but am wondering if someone could offer and unbiased opinion as to why is it better and what (if any) are the drawbacks?

Thank you for your help.

 

[Dick]

You will still be in the current generation. Expect only minor changes. I have never seen a good reason to upgrade within a generation. The 2006 should be out next month +/-. In my opinion, now is the time to buy a 2005, not wait for a 2006. There are significant differences between the LX and EX versions, but it's all bells and whistles. The basic car is the same. Go to Edmunds http://www.edmunds.com/ for a complete explanation of the differences. You can also go to the Honda website http://automobiles.honda.com/ , but I like the way Edmunds explains it.

I don't think you will find unanimous agreement that the Accord is much better than the Camry. Depends on what you are looking for. Both are very reliable cars, and both hold their value well. The Honda has a more sporting suspension, and many like its looks better. The Camry is often described as being more like a Buick in the way it rides and performs. Either car is an excellent choice.

Dick
2003 EX V-6

 

[Elmo P. Shagnasty]

Lastly I am sure that there would be a unanimous agreement in that the Accord is wayyy better then the camry (in this group at least), but am wondering if someone could offer and unbiased opinion as to why is it better and what (if any) are the drawbacks?

I wouldn't say waaaaay better. Different, that's all. If you have to put it into words, the Honda is typically more of a driver's car and the Toyota more of a rider's car (some call it the Japanese Buick).

Frankly, it may come down to which dealership is closer to you, or is better for service.

 

[jmattis]

Virtually no differences with the 2006 model compared to 2005.

The 2007's will have a revised rear end.

The 2008's will be all new.

 

[High Tech Misfit]

Hi,

I am in the market for a new/used(2004-2005) Honda Accord and was wondering what is the difference between the EX and the LX models?

I think the EX has 4-wheel disc brakes, while the LX has front discs and rear drums. The EX also adds a moonroof and some other fancy stuff.

Also, when would the 2006 Accord be coming out? If anyone has been closeley following the cars previews is it something to wait for or better to get the '05 instead? What are the good/bad things in the new accord?

I don't know what changes Honda has planned for the '06 Accord. It was all new for 2003, so if Honda maintains its usual 5-year cycle, the next generation of Accord would arrive for 2008. I would imagine the '06 will come out in the fall, as usual.

Lastly I am sure that there would be a unanimous agreement in that the Accord is wayyy better then the camry (in this group at least), but am wondering if someone could offer and unbiased opinion as to why is it better and what (if any) are the drawbacks?

As I said to another poster recently, Camry has a slightly smoother ride but Accord has slightly tighter handling. So if ride quality is a higher priority then handling, then perhaps one should look at a Camry first.

And personally, I think the Camry looks better than the Accord sedan. But the Accord coupe looks a bit better than the Camry-based Solara coupe.

Thank you for your help.

No problem.

 

[noydb]

models?

I think the EX has 4-wheel disc brakes, while the LX has front discs and rear drums. The EX also adds a moonroof and some other fancy stuff.

I'm pretty sure both have 4 wheel discs.
The EX has alloy wheels, the moonroof, and climate control.

You should check out edmunds.com

They have a bottomless pit of information.
Really good site, but you have to poke around a bit.

Cheers, --N

 

[High Tech Misfit]

I'm pretty sure both have 4 wheel discs.
The EX has alloy wheels, the moonroof, and climate control.

You should check out edmunds.com

They have a bottomless pit of information.
Really good site, but you have to poke around a bit.

Cheers, --N

I just looked on Edmunds, and we were both half right. The LX 4-cylinder has front discs and rear drums, but the LX V6 has discs on all 4 wheels.

 

[dufffman]

If the new Hondas are due to come out in Fall does that mean that the '05s would be on sale at that time? In which case is it advisable to buy it right now or wait till the new models come out?

- What percent discount from the blue book invoice value would be a "good price" to buy it for? For example if I am getting a car 5% less then the listed invoice price on the blue book is that a good deal?

 

[SadaYama]

You need to keep lookin' at the Edmunds web-site. Sometimes, dealers will be given an incentive of $500 to $1000 to get rid-off older models etc., You need to know this, before you go. Also, watch the newspapers. Sometimes they advertise the sale price -- sometimes, absolute minimum. Invoice price is one thing, but you need to look at dealer's incentive, too.

 

[Nick (4)]

Hi,

I am in the market for a new/used(2004-2005) Honda Accord and was wondering what is the difference between the EX and the LX models?

Also, when would the 2006 Accord be coming out? If anyone has been closeley following the cars previews is it something to wait for or better to get the '05 instead? What are the good/bad things in the new accord?

Lastly I am sure that there would be a unanimous agreement in that the Accord is wayyy better then the camry (in this group at least), but am wondering if someone could offer and unbiased opinion as to why is it better and what (if any) are the drawbacks?

Thank you for your help.

You can check the following URL for the 2006 brochure and all of the features the 06 will have including LED lights, a revised rear for the sedan, and a slight boost in HP.

http://www.vtec.net/forums/one-message?message_id=389734

Nick

 

[dufffman]

Hi,

A couple of questions:

- So I like the 2006 Accord.. the question being again, when the new cars come out would their MSRP be the same as the '05 Accords right now? and would the '05 Accords go down in price? or would the '05 Accords be about the same price as now and the '06 Accord be at a higher price?

- I found a 2004 Accord that I like with the lucrative reason being that whoever bought the car had bought a 10 year bumper-to-bumpuer warranty with it. Its a 2004 Accord EXL. When I am factoring in the pric I want to know approximately how much would the 10 year warranty cost? Also, when I purchase a used car how do I pay tax on it? (I am in New York City).

Thanks again for all your help.. much appreciated.

 

[Seth]

- So I like the 2006 Accord.. the question being again, when the new cars come out would their MSRP be the same as the '05 Accords right now? and would the '05 Accords go down in price? or would the '05 Accords be about the same price as now and the '06 Accord be at a higher price?

The '06 should be "about" the same MSRP the '05 was. Maybe a small difference. How much they mark down an '05 may be a moot point by then. How many do you think they will have left? It's not like with GM where they have tons of previous model year vehicles sitting around.

- I found a 2004 Accord that I like with the lucrative reason being that whoever bought the car had bought a 10 year bumper-to-bumpuer warranty with it. Its a 2004 Accord EXL. When I am factoring in the pric I want to know approximately how much would the 10 year warranty cost? Also, when I purchase a used car how do I pay tax on it? (I am in New York City).

Tax is paid when you go to register/transfer title at the NYC DMV based on A) tax rate for where you are registering the car and B) price stated on the bill of sale you present.

 

[dufffman]

Anyone have any idea how much a 10 year bumper-to-bumper warranty costs on a Honda Accord?

THanks,

 

[SoCalMike]

- I found a 2004 Accord that I like with the lucrative reason being that whoever bought the car had bought a 10 year bumper-to-bumpuer warranty with it. Its a 2004 Accord EXL. When I am factoring in the pric I want to know approximately how much would the 10 year warranty cost?

is it the hondacare warranty? or some shitty fly-by-night aftermarket "warranty". how many miles on the car? how many miles is the warranty good for? 100k? how much do you drive?

 

[SoCalMike]

Anyone have any idea how much a 10 year bumper-to-bumper warranty costs on a Honda Accord?

THanks,

from $800 on up, depending on how bad the dealer screwed the original owner. my g/f was offered a 7 yr extended warranty (first 3 covered by OEM warranty, anyway) for "only $30/mo"

do the math on a 5 yr note... $30x 60= $1800. i said hell no, and they immediately dropped it to $600. she ended up taking it. i wouldnt have, but hey- its her car. and i saved her $1200 right off the bat.

 

[Dick]

from $800 on up, depending on how bad the dealer screwed the original owner. my g/f was offered a 7 yr extended warranty (first 3 covered by OEM warranty, anyway) for "only $30/mo"

do the math on a 5 yr note... $30x 60= $1800. i said hell no, and they immediately dropped it to $600. she ended up taking it. i wouldnt have, but hey- its her car. and i saved her $1200 right off the bat.

Anyone who pays attention knows that extended warranties are cash-cows for the companies. Ever notice how often you get asked now on the most trivial of purchases? Even things that only cost $30 or so? It is well known that extended warranties often make more profit for the companies than profit on the product itself. In the long term, it is not a cost-effective purchase.

Think in terms of buying a car. Let's say you negotiate a deal down to $500 profit for the dealer. Then he tacks on a $1,000 extended warranty. Which do you think will earn the dealer more money? I would NEVER buy an extended warranty on a new vehicle.

Dick

 

[SoCalMike]

Think in terms of buying a car. Let's say you negotiate a deal down to $500 profit for the dealer. Then he tacks on a $1,000 extended warranty. Which do you think will earn the dealer more money? I would NEVER buy an extended warranty on a new vehicle.

i wouldnt either, especially on a honda or toyota. doubly especially on a configuration that has an excellent track record. i bet the people that got extended warranties on honda v6/automatic are happy

 

[Dick]

i wouldnt either, especially on a honda or toyota. doubly especially on a configuration that has an excellent track record. i bet the people that got extended warranties on honda v6/automatic are happy

Well, I had a '99 EX V-6 and now a '03 EX V-6 and have not had one minute of trouble with either one. Put a total of about 90,000 miles on them. I know some people have had problems, but luckily not me. In fact, the only problem I had with either of them was a leaky roof railing trim strip in the '03. Just made it under the warranty period.

Dick

 

[dufffman]

Hi,

Thanks for your replies.. I was still a little confused by your replies. You guys vehemently oppose extended warranties, but is it really a bad idea to have everything in your car covered for a $1000 more bucks? I mean, if anything goes wrong with your car you end up spending at a few hundred on it. And in Mike's case, a 7 year warranty for $600 bucks? I understand that the dealer makes money on it, but what do YOU really lose? A peace of mind for the next 10 years, and if nothing goes wrong, you still only paid 600 bucks, rite?

And in simple terms would I be better off buying a new accord '05 rite now, or wait till next month when the '06's come out for a better deal?

thank you very much!
ANd as dick said he just made it under the warranty period in '03. If he hadn't what would your cost to fix that glitch have been?

I appreciate your replies and am not trying to discount them by any means. I just dont know too much about cars (its the first car I am buying) and am thinking from different perspectives as to what would be the best thing to do.

and mike what do u mean when you say

i bet the people
that got extended warranties on honda v6/automatic are happy

so are you saying that its good to get an extended warranty on an automatic V6 or are you saying that the automatic V6's are crap? Maybe I am a little too drunk from friday nite, but I believe that you were talking about how warrnty SHOULDN'T be purchased, so why the switch?

I am very close to buying a car and

 

[Elmo P. Shagnasty]

and mike what do u mean when you say
so are you saying that its good to get an extended warranty on an automatic V6 or are you saying that the automatic V6's are crap?

Until mid-2004 model year, Honda's auto trans that they put on their V6 engines were crap. Plain and simple.