Oh I concur, however I checked with several other dealers, was not able to find one that did not have the same rip off the customer attitude. I also took the thing in to try and trade the car that was $26k (CAD) in on the new coupe, the car with 50k on it, less than a year old they offered me $12k for. Accords do not depreciate like that, or have 'dealer' reccomended nuisance charges.
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2008 Accord V6 Coupe
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Oh I concur, however I checked with several other dealers, was not able to find one that did not have the same rip off the customer attitude. I also took the thing in to try and trade the car that was $26k (CAD) in on the new coupe, the car with 50k on it, less than a year old they offered me $12k for. Accords do not depreciate like that, or have 'dealer' reccomended nuisance charges.
RagingBITCH
Lifer
How is the 190hp 4 banger "sick"? It's still the same 2.4L in the 7G Accords, with the HP bumped up. (Probably just a slightly detuned 2.4 from the TSX) Torque remains about the same.
Been there too, they were very prompt in having both dealers call me back to tell me that to trade in my year old car for the same thing I would be paying $14k after my supplier discount. I was very excited to purchase this car specifically, I see nearly every car get built and how the companies make decisions about what is an acceptable defect etc. The Altima was the car I was most impressed with, Honda is great too, but the Altima had a much stronger engine (before their supplier cheaped out on the piston rings causing that huge recall). I would have been happy to take a 6-8k hit, but 14k on a car that's only a year old ... not acceptable. I think I'm going to revisit this with Corporate, copying this post so they know what kind of attitude they have instilled in me. To reiterate, I loved the car because I have been involved directly in how its made, I'm pissed because I wanted the newer coupe and the trade in value was nil, and the dealers nickel and dime you for everything. My parents with their 98 camry were told that with 88k on the original brakes there was nothing to do, and to come back when they got over 100k and the dealer would have a look to see if anything was needed, my car on its first dealer check they wanted more than the cost of new components to 'extend the life'. If anyone's interested PM me and I'll be happy to say which dealers I'm talking about.
Regs
Lifer
Looks a lot better!
Though the V6 is a tad pricey for a Honda Accord. Likely because of all the features add an extra 2-3k to the car. And it's new..
After putting 5-6k down you're looking at 400 a month for 60 months. That's for the coupe.
The Honda accord sedan looks like a good choice. 25-26k for a 270 hp car....whoa.
Though the V6 is a tad pricey for a Honda Accord. Likely because of all the features add an extra 2-3k to the car. And it's new..
After putting 5-6k down you're looking at 400 a month for 60 months. That's for the coupe.
The Honda accord sedan looks like a good choice. 25-26k for a 270 hp car....whoa.
jdoggg12
Platinum Member
Yea thats what disappoints me. Its ONLY available in the EX trim if you want V6 in the Coupe, so it comes standard with leather and all the bells and whistles. The only option is with or w/o Navigation.
On the one I test drove, they wanted an extra $800 for a paint/leather 'seal' they put on it. This was, of course, in addition to the 5 year warranty on those parts, so i asked if its got the warranty, why do i need an $800 seal? He said, "Ohh, its so you dont have to ever wax it it!". There must be some really dumb people out there for fall for crap like that. 😕
jdoggg12
Platinum Member
Haha, i was doing a search and this thread is the first hit in google when you search: 2008 Accord V6 Coupe
http://www.google.com/search?h...oup&btnG=Google+Search
http://www.google.com/search?h...oup&btnG=Google+Search
theeedude
Lifer
Accord coupe is pointless, IMO, as are all of these FWD midsize sedan based coupes.
It's less practical than a sedan, which I do like, but still boring. Basically you give up two perfectly good doors, and pay more money without getting anything in return, except some poseur image. Look at me, I am driving a coupe, I am hip, yo. It's still a frikken Accord, you aint fooling anyone.
It's less practical than a sedan, which I do like, but still boring. Basically you give up two perfectly good doors, and pay more money without getting anything in return, except some poseur image. Look at me, I am driving a coupe, I am hip, yo. It's still a frikken Accord, you aint fooling anyone.
jdoggg12
Platinum Member
I work at a Honda Dealership and every day that damn car stares me in the face. I want it so bad and I have driven it. The car is amazing because its built by Honda, but has the looks of an exotic! Also the car is really big inside. I love big coupes! I own a 93 Coupe Deville lol! So until this car came out all the coupes besides a CL 550 were not comfortable.
The altima comparably equipped is about the same price so you gotta look at all the stupid packages other companies besides honda does. Also interior build quality is an issue. One example of many, look at where the headliner meets the windshield and rear window of the Altima you will see ... ehh... ugh.
Anyway, anyone can make a car for cheaper and on the new consumer reports Nissan has a few vehicles on least reliable and EVERY HONDA VEHICLE IS MOST RELIABLE... hmm.....
No the EX comes as cloth the EX-L is leather which is about 2k more. 😀
That seal is simonizing protection for the exterior and scotch guard for the interior which is good, but its supposed to be an option don't listen to a turd like that guy.
Sorry for spamming the forum, but I love these new ones. And Amen on the guy who told off the Coupe hater. One of the main reasons you buy a car is for the Looks. So if you like the Coupe look why not buy it!
P.S. It doesn't look like a Hyundai and let the Sedan grow on you a little in the future you'll love it!
Sorry wasnt watching this thread, I took a plane back from Nashville after working in the Nissan plant and rode beside the guy from borg-warner that was there covering their asses for blow belts. Small defects in manufacture would cause the belt to detonate, but if it ran for the first 100 miles it should be fine.
Oh and I do like my Altima, I'm just pissed that I couldnt get in a new coupe for a reasonable price. Posts like this tread tend to get me into /rant mode, but knowing what I know now I would look alot harder at the Accord
ajskydiver
Golden Member
HondaCare is NOT factory backed and is entirely separate from the factory warranty. Honda Care will go out of their way to reject claims and refuse repairs. Unfortunately, I'm speaking from experience. Honda Care is just like any other "extended" warranty/service plan, etc. It exists solely to increase profits for Honda.
I've had dealings with several CSRs from American Honda and the Regional Manager for American Honda -- Honda Care is a part of American Honda but not American Honda. In my experience so far, if Honda Care makes a decision, it's very, very difficult to have American Honda reverse it.
Considering my issue is still unresolved (going back to March 07), I would not recommend a Honda product again UNLESS you consider that once that 3 year/36K miles is done, the warranty is done...counting on Honda Care is a mistake.
jdoggg12
Platinum Member
Link?
Edit:
http://www.kbb.com/kbb/NewCars...onda_Accord_Coupe.aspx
Look at the EX trim- no v6 coupe, only in EX-L
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