"Elmo P. Shagnasty" <elmop@nastydesigns.com> wrote in message
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I have to agree with everything shag says. But the '03/'04 Accords are even
better than previous year Accords if you like the characteristics of vdubs;
not interested in any vw bigot flames about how Hondas are appliances for
the soulless masses - but the Accords now have a more european car feel to
them. While I don't like the pedal feel and steering input as much as vw,
they're getting close. Seats are firmer, steering wheel is thicker, and the
stock suspension is pretty stiff these days. I also like the dead pedal and
telescopic steering column. The shock/spring/tire setups were downright
lousy on vw for a long time and you had to upgrade them if you preferred a
tighter and stiffer ride. It must be aging, but I was diehard vw gti for
years but now drive an 03 Accord - overall I just like it better than what
vw has now (was looking at a Jetta). Forgot to add, you should be able to
get an LX for a lot less than 21.5 - I just got an 04 for 17,982.