Overview & Reviews

Honda redesigns its best-seller for 1998. A 3.0-liter V6 engine makes its debut in LX V6 and EX V6 models, marking the first six-cylinder VTEC in the Honda lineup. The standard 2.3-liter four-cylinder is also re-engineered, as is the chassis. The 1998 Honda Accord is also larger, and the interior boasts more room inside.

• Good build-quality, spacious interior, peppy engine, and comfortable seats. We call it intelligent engineering.

• Popularity. Bad guys steal them.

User Reviews:

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  First car - 1998 Honda Accord
  By martin james - May 24 - 6:29 pm

  I really enjoyed this car at first, after all it was my first. When we first bought it the dealer said that the transmission was just rebuilt, thinking nothing of it we purchased it. Needless to say I have had the car for a total of about 5 years now, and have rebuilt the tranny twice. First costing 1,500 and second costing 1,300. The car isnt even worth that much. So unfortunately I am trading it in. I have read that it was that specific year that the tranny cant handle the engine, but I have given up on it.

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  My honda is a lemon - 1998 Honda Accord
  By localkid - April 28 - 2:00 am

  What ever happen to Hondas reputation for reliable engines. My diffuculties include engine shut off constantly as I approach a red light. I took my current Honda to a dealer to figure out what was wrong and they explained to me that it was due to a sensor canister (whatever Im not a mechanic) so I got it fixed and a couple of months later the same problem appeared - engine shut off. Second, are minor issues such as the winshield wiper blades nut or screw whatever the thing is every so often becomes lose and Ive had to tighten it a couple of times.

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  I feel for who I sell this to. - 1998 Honda Accord
  By MNMan - April 7 - 10:00 am

  I loved my Accord when I bought it. I paid cash after saving throughout college. Then I had to replace the transmission, Desert Honda in Las Vegas where I bought it failed to replace the fluid when the scheduled maintenance said it was due. At 65,000 miles the transmission was shot and American Honda did not help nor did Desert Honda. I have gone through a catalytic converter, rack and pinion, new steering column and a new starter. None of it with the help of Honda. I will never buy another.

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  LAST HONDA - 1998 Honda Accord
  By Linda - November 8 - 4:07 pm

  My first Honda was a Civic. Great car! This is my second Honda. Bad! I had to replace the transmission at 90,000 miles, and the catalytic converter also went out around the same time. In speaking with others who own this same car, everyone has had the same bad experience - transmission and catalytic converter. Of course, these problems happen when the car is no longer covered by warranty.

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  Dont Buy Accord V6 - 1998 Honda Accord
  By lofosuad - March 14 - 3:40 am

  On 4/16/98 I purchased my second Honda, an accord EX V6. On 2/12/99 I replaced the transmission computer, under warranty. On 5/19/00 there was a recall. At 100K after first engine tune-up, the alternator dies $275. A few weeks later the transmission goes out $3100, then the check engine light comes on, something about EGR valve $500. The check engine is back on again all this on top of expensive maintenance costs. The car has 109K miles on it, I am thinking about selling it. My advice to you is dont buy the accord V6 at least not the 98-01 model it was designed to break down. My girl friend has similar problems with 98 LX

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  will never buy a Honda again - 1998 Honda Accord
  By heatherismad - January 31 - 10:00 am

  I have had more problems with this car than any I have ever had. I have already had to get a new transmission and now the EGR valve is clogged. Its one thing after the other. I should have gone Toyota!

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  Sad with my Honda - 1998 Honda Accord
  By SadWithHonda - May 11 - 2:00 am

  Automatic transmission rebuilt at 95,350. Im so disappointed in my Honda. Bought it for reliability, find that its always run rough and had repeated annoying problems (ie musty smells in AC/Heating, occational water leaks, leaking sunroof) My previous car, a nissan, served me better and have much tighter fit and finish. No more Hondas for me