Honda has had some problems with the V6 ATs, but not necessarily more
than other manufacturers. No problem with the 4 cyls and they are a
better choice for most drivers anyway.

Civics "dangerously underpowered for any use on the highway"? The
non-hybrid models have 115-127 hp (not counting the 160hp Si.) That
much power used to make a small car a 'hot sports car.' It may not
qualify as such now, but it isn't "dangerously underpowered."

The only car I have driven in recent memory that I would describe as
"dangerously underpowered" was the first generation RAV4 with an AT.


On 10 Aug 2004 01:54:32 GMT, moodfoul@aol.com (Moodfoul) wrote:

>>Ok, I used to have a Honda 15+ years ago. It was first made in Canada
>>and I have been plagued with problems from day one. I said to myself
>>that I would never get another Hon
>
>You need to listen to yourself - very seriously. You have spoken the truth.
>
>Honda (accords in particular) are plagued with horrifying transmission defects.
> Do an internet search of 2004 honda accord transmission recall (and many past
>years).
>
>Honda has some nasty arrogant dealers out there ( as do all auto companies -
>but honda is more arrogant).
>
>I do not trust honda to fix my transmission or my broken air conditioner or
>anything else. I am stuck with a 2004 accord that i may never get rid of.
>
>I will say that they do make one reliable vehicle which is the civic, but is is
>dangerously underpowered for any use on the highway.
>
>Volkswagon is a horrifying car company and makes cars that will leave you
>stranded out in the cold desert sun wondering what happened to your brain when
>you purchased this car.
>
>Do your research and I hope you make a wiser decision to purchase a vehicle
>than I did.
>
>Dealer lots are bloated with 2004 accords with bad - very bad - horribly bad
>transmissions.
>
>Save yourself before it is too late.
>
>I wish I had.