honda accord type 1999 need ur opinion

[wiido]

hi there i was liikoing to buy a honda accord type r 1999 but the downside is the car is sitting at 110k with full service history. whats your advice towards that ?

[RobCrezz]

I wouldnt worry about them miles at all, especially if its been serviced to schedule (cambelt etc). I had a prelude 2.2 vtec (same h22 engine roughly) with over 140k miles on it, and it still ran and pulled brilliantly.

[Glosphil]

Don't the 1.8 & 2.0 engines in the 1999 Accord use a chain rather than a belt?

[10 Pence Short]

Glosphil said:

Don't the 1.8 & 2.0 engines in the 1999 Accord use a chain rather than a belt?

No, they're belt driven.

[wiido]

thanks for ur help much appreciated, so you think there wont me a problem mechanically wise with the car?

[RobCrezz]

wiido said:

thanks for ur help much appreciated, so you think there wont me a problem mechanically wise with the car?

As long as it looks ok for condition, and it drives well on the test drive, I can see no reason why it wont be fine. Them engines are really tough.

[wiido]

rit ok thanks alot for ur help. ill let u know how i get on.

[cwoodsie2]

As has been said above the engine should be good for that mileage and well beyond but check it's been serviced properly, on time and with good quality oils.

ATR's also have a notorious syncro problem on the gearbox - check this has been replaced or recalled if required.

there was an ATR forum but dunno if it's still about - sure someone will know the address though

[SonicHedgeHog]

Great car, I had one from new. Just check the drive shafts. Mine were both replaced under warranty, but could be an expensive job if you're paying.

[tkdsteve08]

Check the drive shafts and stabilizer links

[EddandSam1]

Great cars but I would say sack it and buy mine ;-)

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1097948.htm

[AccordR]

There are a few track going ATR's which are pushing 200k !

110 is just broken in

[havoc]

EddandSam1 said:

Great cars but I would say sack it and buy mine ;-)

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1097948.htm

If I needed 4-doors that's an absolute bargain!

[EddandSam1]

Thanks!!

New car is on order so need to shift it.

And yes I am gutted...