Eric wrote:
> Elliot Richmond wrote:
>> I looked at some available 2002 Honda Accord models, but they all had
>> far too many miles on them. Most were pushing 100,000 or more. I test
>> drove a couple of 2006 and 2007 Accord SEs and they were very nice
>> cars.
>
> 100k miles is middle age for a well maintained Honda.

i agree. you can get a great price on a vehicle that mileage, take care
of maintenance like timing belt, driveshafts, maybe clutch, and still be
well ahead of the price you'd pay for an 06/07. and you get the last of
the "real" accords.

> They should go 250k
> miles or more.

take care of the radiator, meaning replace before you crack it and run
it dry, and you likely won't ever blow the head gasket either.

> I currently have 253k miles on my '88 Civic and I'm hoping
> to make to at least 300k or 350k miles (though more would be nice).
>
> Eric