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jaxxy:
Its a very good car only if u know how to maintain it. Lol

Its not not as rugged as ur corolla and camry.

This is the best opinion so far.

Honda Accord cannot tolerate the kind of abuse that Toyota tolerates. And as a commercial car user, you'll want to cut corners in maintenance just to save cost. So Honda might not be the best for you.

But if you wantba personal car and are sure you can maintain it regularly and your mechanic is not a criminal, then Honda is great for you.

DC is a car you'll enter and you'll know this is a personal car not taxi. Especially if you install android screen. Bam!!!

Oga sir... Brand new of a 2007 car? Eyin tun gbonaaa o

kpankpangolo:
Buy it brand new and you won’t open this thread.

2006 Honda accord is good.

I have used same car for more than a year doing Uber.
I changed from Toyota Corolla 2010 to DC because of maintenance cost.
I couldn't keep up.
DC has been serving me, I changed both engine and gear box for less than 700k, the parts are far cheaper than Toyota, but if u want fuel economy I suggest u go for Corolla or Honda irobot, DC is not economic with fuel.
Though I converted mine to CNG.

Isobug:
You de call 2007 car premium when Honda started premiumizing their cars from 2017

lies where did you get your facts from, Toyota boy

Mountbatten:
Don't buy any Accord lower than 2010

says who , am using Honda Accord EOD 04 and the car serves me like a hero the only issues are the ball joints if you can get the original and knows when it's gets bad you are good to go you can compare Honda And Toyota in terms of maintenance cost Toyota cost way higher

JayJ27:
I bought this same honda accord (2007 model) in 2024 Nigerian used
Interior is leather and the AC is super, duper chilling infact the AC is like a freezer

The sound system is outstanding.

However because it was Nigerian used, it came with its issues which I had to fix!!
1.The engine was in bad shape so I had to change for a tokunbo engine. (Thank God the gear box had no issues)
I changed shocks, tyres etc

Ever since I changed that engine the car has been driving like brand new

The car is reliable and durable however the problem with it is "the legs" ball joint and shaft cannot be compromised with this car.
On 2 occasions now the ball joint has pulled right in the middle of the road which was very embarrassing but with 30-50k that problem is solved.
MAKE sure u go for tokunbo parts which are readily available and also cheaper compared to Toyota.

Overall, it's an okay car if u will pay good attention to maintenance, the legs in particular and drive responsibly.

Though I don't think it's the best choice for Uber because of its 2.4L engine, which might not give u the best mpg on fuel.

I'm still enjoying mine today.

All the best

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maxiuc:
lies where did you get your facts from, Toyota boy

Oga Honda stated their premium quality from 2017. Perhaps you don't know the meaning of premium as refers to cars, not your everyday use of premium . Expensive is different from premium

jimmyolasun:
How much does it cost you? I plan buying my first car too but haven't had any in mind.

Buy Honda Pilot.....2006/07....tgank me in tge future

My brother

Congratulations to you in advance, it is a good car

Don't let anyone discourage you, I am using the same car and I can tell you for free, once you use a good oil and brake oil, you do y have problem.

If I buy 10k fuel I fit use am for 2 to 3 days.

I love it die.

Dc Part is pocket friendly I swear down

Kingdavid579:
Good day, house.

I'm about to join the "car owner" association for the first time and I'm seriously considering a Honda Accord 2007 DC (4-cylinder).

The funny part is that I don't even know how to drive yet, so this car will literally teach me how to drive and hopefully not teach me financial lessons too. 😂

I'm a businessman in Abuja, and apart from personal use, I might put it on Uber or Bolt for a while to bring in some extra income instead of letting it sit idle.

My priorities are simple:

- Reliability.
- Fuel economy.
- Affordable maintenance.
- Availability of spare parts.
- Peace of mind.

For those who have owned or driven one, would you recommend it as a first car?

Is it a sensible choice, or should a first-time owner look elsewhere?

What are the common issues to watch out for before buying one?

Abeg, advise a future car owner before I use my hard-earned money to buy premium stress. 😄

That's the car I'm currently using. I bought mine a few months ago.
My advise go with a mechanic to inspect the car. If you can scan it, better.
Check the engine and gearbox. Make sure the gear selects well.
Generally the car is a sweet ride. Honda built that car way ahead of its time.
The handling is superb
The speed is great
The AC Na freezer
The sound system? Oh my goodness!
Mine has heated seats and heated side mirrors
Volume control on the steering.
The parts are cheaper than its counterpart Toyota. Imagine I bought shock absorber for 8k direct Belgium.
In terms of fuel consumption make sure the oxygen sensor is working.
If the thermostat is there it's an added advantage for fuel economy.
The gear is a 5speed automatic, so on long distance journey it is more economical.
You have to be careful about the ball joint maintenance. Buy original ball joint 12k and you won't experience leg pull. Also make sure they put locking pin after tightening the nut.
Enjoy your car.

oladele239:
Go for it chief
No regrets !
Forget that crap of leg cutting for road , I currently drive the 2004 accord bought in 2022 not for once has leg pulled on the road ! Now I have upgraded to the 010 accord v6
Nothing beats honda ! I'm a fan till I kpai
Na only me dey drive honda for my family and bro I love the uniqueness and feel of honda especially the interior

seriously Honda cars are very good. It's so underrated

OCHKESTINE:
I have used same car for more than a year doing Uber.
I changed from Toyota Corolla 2010 to DC because of maintenance cost.
I couldn't keep up.
DC has been serving me, I changed both engine and gear box for less than 700k, the parts are far cheaper than Toyota, but if u want fuel economy I suggest u go for Corolla or Honda irobot, DC is not economic with fuel.
Though I converted mine to CNG.

How is the CNG serving you? Is it ok compared to fuel and can you throw more light on the CNG and how much was your DC when you bought it

freeman500:
That's the car I'm currently using. I bought mine a few months ago.
My advise go with a mechanic to inspect the car. If you can scan it, better.
Check the engine and gearbox. Make sure the gear selects well.
Generally the car is a sweet ride. Honda built that car way ahead of its time.
The handling is superb
The speed is great
The AC Na freezer
The sound system? Oh my goodness!
Mine has heated seats and heated side mirrors
Volume control on the steering.
The parts are cheaper than its counterpart Toyota. Imagine I bought shock absorber for 8k direct Belgium.
In terms of fuel consumption make sure the oxygen sensor is working.
If the thermostat is there it's an added advantage for fuel economy.
The gear is a 5speed automatic, so on long distance journey it is more economical.
You have to be careful about the ball joint maintenance. Buy original ball joint 12k and you won't experience leg pull. Also make sure they put locking pin after tightening the nut.
Enjoy your car.

Your detailing is nice .

How much was it when you bought it

freeman500:
That's the car I'm currently using. I bought mine a few months ago.
My advise go with a mechanic to inspect the car. If you can scan it, better.
Check the engine and gearbox. Make sure the gear selects well.
Generally the car is a sweet ride. Honda built that car way ahead of its time.
The handling is superb
The speed is great
The AC Na freezer
The sound system? Oh my goodness!
Mine has heated seats and heated side mirrors
Volume control on the steering.
The parts are cheaper than its counterpart Toyota. Imagine I bought shock absorber for 8k direct Belgium.
In terms of fuel consumption make sure the oxygen sensor is working.
If the thermostat is there it's an added advantage for fuel economy.
The gear is a 5speed automatic, so on long distance journey it is more economical.
You have to be careful about the ball joint maintenance. Buy original ball joint 12k and you won't experience leg pull. Also make sure they put locking pin after tightening the nut.
Enjoy your car.

Your detailing is very nice .

How much was it when you bought it

OCHKESTINE:
I have used same car for more than a year doing Uber.
I changed from Toyota Corolla 2010 to DC because of maintenance cost.
I couldn't keep up.
DC has been serving me, I changed both engine and gear box for less than 700k, the parts are far cheaper than Toyota, but if u want fuel economy I suggest u go for Corolla or Honda irobot, DC is not economic with fuel.
Though I converted mine to CNG.

Please can you shed more light on the CNG thingy! Considering converting my 06 to CNG.
How much did it cost and do you always use the AC while on CNG? I just want to your Experience using the CNG on the DC

Gotocourt:
Buy 07/08 civic and rest.

Yes. If you really love Honda cars as I do go for Honda Civic from 2007 - 2010 model.

If you are lucky, you might get a good Naija used that will serve you; if you are unlucky, start saving money for a new gearbox and engine. Aside from that and AC problems, the car will serve you. Pay attention to the legs and sensors. Then you are good to go.

But my advice is that if you do not have the money to buy two of that car type, better buy a tokunbo CRV 99/2000. It will serve you while you save Money for Tokunbo 2007. Avoid anything Naija used due to a poor maintenance culture.

Honda and Acura are generally maintenance-sensitive cars.

aumeehn:
Please can you shed more light on the CNG thingy! Considering converting my 06 to CNG.
How much did it cost and do you always use the AC while on CNG? I just want to your Experience using the CNG on the DC

I converted my Honda Accord 07 a year ago, it has been wonderful.
For example, from where I live to the office cost 10k petrol daily (to and fro) that's 50k per week.
After I converted to CNG, it cost me 2k (to and fro) that's 10k weekly with CNG.
So you can see the cost saved by CNG.
I still buy petrol like 5k weekly, because the car starts with petrol and switches to CNG, I warm the car with petrol every morning then when I want to drive out I switch to CNG.
Some people don't mind starting their cars in the morning with CNG but I prefer petrol to start to give my pistons little lubrication before I switch to CNG.
The only downside to CNG is the cylinder weight in your trunk.
Since I began Uber fully, I had to add a second cylinder to make it total of 2 cylinders, that's because it helps reduce the amount of time I frequent the station to buy(CNG queues are kind of tough in Abuja where I live because we have few stations and many car owners have converted especially since iran and USA war increased the price of petrol.
I must say it is the only reason I am still doing e-haling.

peleson1:
How is the CNG serving you? Is it ok compared to fuel and can you throw more light on the CNG and how much was your DC when you bought it

I converted my Honda Accord 07 a year ago, it has been wonderful.
For example, from where I live to the office cost 10k petrol daily (to and fro) that's 50k per week.
After I converted to CNG, it cost me 2k (to and fro) that's 10k weekly with CNG.
So you can see the cost saved by CNG.
I still buy petrol like 5k weekly, because the car starts with petrol and switches to CNG, I warm the car with petrol every morning then when I want to drive out I switch to CNG.
Some people don't mind starting their cars in the morning with CNG but I prefer petrol to start to give my pistons little lubrication before I switch to CNG.
The only downside to CNG is the cylinder weight in your trunk.
Since I began Uber fully, I had to add a second cylinder to make it total of 2 cylinders, that's because it helps reduce the amount of time I frequent the station to buy(CNG queues are kind of tough in Abuja where I live because we have few stations and many car owners have converted especially since iran and USA war increased the price of petrol.
I must say it is the only reason I am still doing e-haling.

OCHKESTINE:
I converted my Honda Accord 07 a year ago, it has been wonderful.
For example, from where I live to the office cost 10k petrol daily (to and fro) that's 50k per week.
After I converted to CNG, it cost me 2k (to and fro) that's 10k weekly with CNG.
So you can see the cost saved by CNG.
I still buy petrol like 5k weekly, because the car starts with petrol and switches to CNG, I warm the car with petrol every morning then when I want to drive out I switch to CNG.
Some people don't mind starting their cars in the morning with CNG but I prefer petrol to start to give my pistons little lubrication before I switch to CNG.
The only downside to CNG is the cylinder weight in your trunk.
Since I began Uber fully, I had to add a second cylinder to make it total of 2 cylinders, that's because it helps reduce the amount of time I frequent the station to buy(CNG queues are kind of tough in Abuja where I live because we have few stations and many car owners have converted especially since iran and USA war increased the price of petrol.
I must say it is the only reason I am still doing e-haling.

That means the CNG thing is actually kind of hybrid because you can still use ur petrol to drive if you want .

For instance,if the CNG has finishes ,u can switch to your petrol and drive till u refill ur CNG?

peleson1:
Your detailing is nice .

How much was it when you bought it

2.8m

peleson1:
That means the CNG thing is actually kind of hybrid because you can still use ur petrol to drive if you want .

For instance,if the CNG has finishes ,u can switch to your petrol and drive till u refill ur CNG?

Absolutely yes!

.

is the business still okay in Abuja with CNG??

OCHKESTINE:
I converted my Honda Accord 07 a year ago, it has been wonderful.
For example, from where I live to the office cost 10k petrol daily (to and fro) that's 50k per week.
After I converted to CNG, it cost me 2k (to and fro) that's 10k weekly with CNG.
So you can see the cost saved by CNG.
I still buy petrol like 5k weekly, because the car starts with petrol and switches to CNG, I warm the car with petrol every morning then when I want to drive out I switch to CNG.
Some people don't mind starting their cars in the morning with CNG but I prefer petrol to start to give my pistons little lubrication before I switch to CNG.
The only downside to CNG is the cylinder weight in your trunk.
Since I began Uber fully, I had to add a second cylinder to make it total of 2 cylinders, that's because it helps reduce the amount of time I frequent the station to buy(CNG queues are kind of tough in Abuja where I live because we have few stations and many car owners have converted especially since iran and USA war increased the price of petrol.
I must say it is the only reason I am still doing e-haling.

loverbo1:
is the business still okay in Abuja with CNG??

Not like before.
It's quite saturated now.
Too many people have converted and the number of drivers have tripled but with CNG, u can get by doing Uber and on weekends u get to make up for weekdays u didn't meet target

is 10,15k profit on average possible daily

OCHKESTINE:
Not like before.
It's quite saturated now.
Too many people have converted and the number of drivers have tripled but with CNG, u can get by doing Uber and on weekends u get to make up for weekdays u didn't meet target

loverbo1:
is 10,15k profit on average possible daily

I make 200k weekly and I don't work full-time.
That's an average of 30k daily (I work half days on Sundays)

OCHKESTINE:
I make 200k weekly and I don't work full-time.
That's an average of 30k daily (I work half days on Sundays)

What car do u drive? Fuel or CNG?
The question here is, Is honda DC good for Uber?

JayJ27:
What car do u drive? Fuel or CNG?
The question here is, Is honda DC good for Uber?

I have been using Honda DC for Uber/Bolt for 1 year.
I converted to CNG before I began using it.
Doubled my CNG cylinder to reduce my refill so I can go wherever ride leads me without a fear of running out of Gas.

My response was to a question someone asked about daily profits.
I have a daily target of 30k, half of my gas gets me that while the other half is for the next day.

OCHKESTINE:
I have been using Honda DC for Uber/Bolt for 1 year.
I converted to CNG before I began using it.
Doubled my CNG cylinder to reduce my refill so I can go wherever ride leads me without a fear of running out of Gas.

My response was to a question someone asked about daily profits.
I have a daily target of 30k, half of my gas gets me that while the other half is for the next day.

Great stuff