Lighter/Ashtray Optional Cost?

[Dick Campagna]

A friend told me that HIS friend refused to buy a new Honda Accord 'cause the ashtray was available only at optional cost. While I think this is a great idea ('cause I don't want to pay for stuff I don't use), I wonder if this is true?!? If true, how much is the option?

 

[George G]

I don't know how much it costs, but your buddy might have a hard time finding this as a standard equipment. I bought my Chrysler 6 year ago and it was an option as well. But a good salesman will give it to you for free. I know Toyota gives you the lighter with the Highlander.

 

[Elmo P. Shagnasty]

A friend told me that HIS friend refused to buy a new Honda Accord 'cause the ashtray was available only at optional cost. While I think this is a great idea ('cause I don't want to pay for stuff I don't use), I wonder if this is true?!? If true, how much is the option?

Yes, it's true. Probably around $150 installed.

 

[Cosmin N.]

Nope. When my dad got his 02 Accord, Honda wanted CAD$25 installed.

Cosmin

 

[Jan S Hoffman]

Not quite right: The Accord has two outlets, already wired for 12 Volt DC; one next to where the ash tray would go and one in the box between passenger and driver. Although both "hot" neither one supports a cig. lighter. There is an optional part/kit that converts the 12 Volt DC outlet next to the ash tray (also optional) that converts the 12 Volt outlet to one with the proper contacts to support a lighter. It also includes a light for lighter and ash tray. After the conversion the socket does double duty for lighter and any 12 Volt accessory. before the conversion, accessories work, but lighter will not.