Overview & Reviews

Changes to the ever-popular 1997 Honda Accord include the deletion of antilock brakes on the LX five-speed models and the discontinuation of the EX Coupes with leather. No other changes for the 1997 Accord.

• Good build-quality, nice interior, peppy engine, and comfortable seats.

User Reviews:

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  High mileage - 1997 Honda Accord
  By windshawne - November 13 - 9:41 pm

  I bought the car in 2003-3 days after I bought it, I had to have the heads redone. Researching its history, I found the car had been abused, however, as of today, it has 199,500 miles on it and its still as sound as the day I bought it. Just the past oil change it has started to use oil, so I need to investigate that. This has been the most reliable car I have ever had. When it finally dies, I will buy another one.

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  Good Car - 1997 Honda Accord
  By tim d - November 9 - 11:32 pm

  My wife had one of these for her first new car. Very reliable, easy to maintain and drive. Mileage was 30MPG combined, which was exceptional. A few minor problems: clutch start interlock switch (fixed myself) and a/c condenser kept getting stopped up with leaves and spilling water on floor (dealer wanted $200 to install a screen to keep this from happening). Fairly fun to drive and reasonably fast for a basic car. We had the coupe, but should have spent the money on the sedan so we could get more use out of it after we had kids.

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  This my first car and I love it - 1997 Honda Accord
  By red97 - November 5 - 10:30 am

  I love this car, it is so fun - it drives better than a Benz. The 4 cylinder is very fast and responsive. Great gas mileage. The only problems Ive had so far is the front axles had to be replaced and the starter and solenoid, thats about it. The ac stinks but I got sun roof so its all good and the seat belts are horrible they choke you but the seats are extremely comfy. Plus the trunk is very roomy. I once got three kids, two ice chests, 3 tents, 2 adults, a million blankets etc. and food in my car. Oh and tiki torches out the sun roof.

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  Great Car - 1997 Honda Accord
  By PennyPincher - October 23 - 10:00 am

  Our Honda Accord has been the best car we have ever owned. The only work that has been done on the car is routine maintenance. Our Accord had no problem getting through this years long winter.

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  The Best Ever - 1997 Honda Accord
  By Tober - October 16 - 10:00 am

  This has been our "second" car -- the other is a 5 series BMW, also a fine car. However, this Honda is without a doubt the best yet. For whatever strange reason, probably to compete in the SUV market, Honda no longer makes wagons. It is a shame. This car does everything, and more, that a owner could ever want. Comfort, pickup, space for dogs and or children and or adults and old folks, fuel economy and mileage range, great exterior and interior design, you name it, it has it and it does it. Dont have a clue, when it comes time, as to how to replace it.

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  Not as good as others - 1997 Honda Accord
  By Asian user - September 27 - 10:00 am

  got it from a private party with 85,000 miles on it. The trans is jerking in the "slow & go" situation. Wont happen when its " Stop & go". Thats why I didnt find out at the test drive. I have been a Toyota fan for more than 8 years, their trans just smooth like silk. Been to shop (not dealer), they told trans jerk on high mileage Accord are very common. No solution unless change a used one-$1,200. Also, many of the repair cost are higher than Toyota. it does have one advantage: its timing belt need to replace every 90,000 miles, not 60,000.

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  Good Car - 1997 Honda Accord
  By RaLpH - September 20 - 2:00 am

  I just wanted to say that this is a great car. Im 16 yrs old and happy to be driving a honda accord. These are the best cars ever, they run forever, Very Good Quality!

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  Running strong - 1997 Honda Accord
  By yixter - September 6 - 9:09 pm

  Bought this car in 03 with 68k now it is 183k and still going strong, about 80% of the miles are highway and I still got 31/32mpg overall according to the cars odometer. I carefully rated this car in the listed categories and wont say anything more. I had to replace a failed starter, front cv joints, changed the exhaust system and the tires 2 times, battery and a pair of front brake pads once, that is all. I recently bought a 09 accord new instead of trade in my 97 for $1000 I decided to keep it.

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  Great Car - 1997 Honda Accord
  By CHK - September 2 - 10:06 am

  Bought the car in 2006 when it had about 150,000 miles - have made many trips from PA to NH and back with never a problem - this car has never let me down. It now has 215,000 miles, and Im looking to take it to 300,000. The only service Ive had to do is routine maintenance, and repairs that were a result of my own dumb mistakes. Great car!!! Looking to by buy another car in the next couple months - this one will be another Accord. Thanks, Honda.

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  1997 Honda Accord - 1997 Honda Accord
  By Paul - July 30 - 9:22 pm

  Simply the best car I have ever owned. Have owned Gm, Chrysler, etc and they dont compare reliability wise. Simple car, which is why they last as long as they do. 250k, tires, oil changes and brakes. Fantastic car....