Honda Euro 2009 cool to purchase?

[Euromob]

Hi all

I am seeking some advice , are there any concerns in purchasing a Honda Euro MY10 ( Auto), that should be arriving in Oct? :confused:

[unity]

Hi all

I am seeking some advice , are there any concerns in purchasing a Honda Euro MY10 ( Auto), that should be arriving in Oct? :confused:

If they are not on our shores yet it will be too early for any one to give you an honest opinion. Hopefully the pinging issued has been fixed at the manufacturing stage.

[buddah51au]

It is a car I would recommend to anyone without hesitation. For the money I don't believe there is a similar size car that comes close to it in any area.

[Sludge]

It is a car I would recommend to anyone without hesitation. For the money I don't believe there is a similar size car that comes close to it in any area.

DITTO.

Had mine 12 months, best car I have owned. If I won Lotto I would keep it and buy a couple more in different colours!

[THEEYA]

DITTO.

Had mine 12 months, best car I have owned. If I won Lotto I would keep it and buy a couple more in different colours!

Lol, that reminds me of the Nitto Racing days, use to have all cars in all colours for teh lolz

[buddah51au]

well, any colour bar 3, no way would i have black, silver or volcano grey ..... now that will create some controversy.....lol. i know there are only 6 colours to choose from, so that would limit me to 3 Euro's ...... 1 of each spec level.

[SPQR]

Only mexicans buy dull colours that go with the dreary, sad, depressing weather. It's why Victorians wear black. And not because it was Queen Victoria's favourite colour.

How's that for controversial?

[Joystick]

well, any colour bar 3, no way would i have black, silver or volcano grey ..... now that will create some controversy.....lol. i know there are only 6 colours to choose from, so that would limit me to 3 Euro's ...... 1 of each spec level.

hehe. Buddah, wanna swap my balck Euro for your white one? :(

I sooooo regret black now. Wish I went white, blue or grey now.

[buddah51au]

I just dislike dark colours, way too much work to maintain to my standards, even though I now believe i have found the perfect (for me anyway) product. I also have a severe disliking for silver, so for me in order it is White, Blue or Red. No disrespect for those with other colours as it is a personal thing.

No chance of a swap there Joystick, I have enough trouble maintaining White with my back problems.

For those interested I have just clocked up 17000km ..... who would believe an overall fuel consumption average of 7.18, nothing short of amazing.

[kimnkk]

Agreed the CU2 is up there! Build quality over the CL9 is nuts! I've probably said this heaps of time but we almost didnt even check out the CU2 because we didn't think it would be much different to the CL9. Lucky we did, build quality was up there with the Audi B8 A4 and the features for the price made the decision easier. Plus its a Honda :D

P.S Grey fo lyf y0 :p

[lingamair]

I love my CU2, although I really wished my dealer brought the "Luxury" edition in. The additional features are worth the extra, do consider getting the Lux ed instead.

[buddah51au]

I love my CU2, although I really wished my dealer brought the "Luxury" edition in. The additional features are worth the extra, do consider getting the Lux ed instead.

Each to their own when it comes to updating to the luxury, if you live in tropical QLD you don't want leather seats or you will finish up with a roasted butt, same goes for a sunroof which would never be used, A/C is a must.

so really I guess it depends on what part of the country you live in.

[Euromob]

Thank you all for your replies , they have been most helpful..!! I really appreciate everyone's feedback:) I am definitely getting the Euro..!!

I have ordered the car in the Silver ( Due to our hot climate here in Darwin) is the metallic finish worthwhile , does it fade?

[Sludge]

Only mexicans buy dull colours that go with the dreary, sad, depressing weather. It's why Victorians wear black. And not because it was Queen Victoria's favourite colour.

How's that for controversial?

Don't know what to say really! Being from NSW Victorians are our natural born enemies, But my car is Black!

It does Look good when its clean, but it is a lot of work. Son gave me an orbital polisher for fathers day which should help on the elbow grease.

Euromob, there is a silver one in my street, I'm not a great fan of silver normally but it looks good on the Euro, seems to match in well with the grill and the alloy's. Look after it and you won't have any paint issues.

[euro2009]

CU2 is a great car - have had mine for 2 months now and love it. For those who own a CU2 std, does yours can use the Remote to wind down the windows when holding the unlock buttons for 5 secs? I can't seem to get it to work or is it available at all ? Look forward to those owners reply and thanks.

[Euromob]

I believe this is a new feature on the MY10's , but still not sure if it's available on the std'd or lux models only..?

[jimlee008]

Yeah I tried my CU2 STD.. can't be done.. may be need a firm ware update when I send my car for 1000kms service :D

[denot]

Have it since Valentines day (coincidence only :p) and still loving it... bad comment? there's the post combustion issue, my front left speaker's dead and its black (should've listen to your advise buddah! :p).

Anyway, its the best car I've ever have and I still prefer this to my friend's C200 ($1400 extra for folding rear seat is ridiculous!!!). But regarding build quality, if you look at the details really really detailed, you can see some bad build quality. For example, when I took it to my smash repair, he pointed out that the gap between the front left and the back left door is smaller to the one on the right hand side. He even quote that Honda's build quality is getting poorer... but heck, who cares about 0.001 mm difference, right? :p

[buddah51au]

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=119416

Denot, if you can find the time I would advise doing what I suggest in that link. Put your foot down if your lady tells you not to spend so much time on it, or better still, get her to help. I think you will be very surprised with the result & I would be interested to know how long it would last on a Black car.

I love Black when it is new, but unless you are prepared to spend several hours a week on cleaning it looses it's new appearance very quickly (my opinion only). For that reason I prefer light coloured cars (with the exception of silver) as they are easier to maintain. With some effort i have got my pearlesent white to reflect like a mirror in the right light conditions.

[Sludge]

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=119416

Denot, if you can find the time I would advise doing what I suggest in that link. Put your foot down if your lady tells you not to spend so much time on it, or better still, get her to help. I think you will be very surprised with the result & I would be interested to know how long it would last on a Black car.

I love Black when it is new, but unless you are prepared to spend several hours a week on cleaning it looses it's new appearance very quickly (my opinion only). For that reason I prefer light coloured cars (with the exception of silver) as they are easier to maintain. With some effort i have got my pearlesent white to reflect like a mirror in the right light conditions.

Recently started using Meguiars products myself after some advice from a work colleague (the Cleaner Wax and Scratch X), great result, people walking past asked me if it was a brand new car.

Particularly like the Scratch X, I had a scratch on the passenger door from some inconsiderate A Hole in a car park. After a few applications of Scratch X I don't even notice it anymore and I know where it is/was.

Denot, its been a bad season for black cars in Sydney, the westerly winds have brought a heap of dust with them, you should see the bottom of my pool!!! Anyway at least we know when our cars need a tub!

[denot]

Denot, its been a bad season for black cars in Sydney, the westerly winds have brought a heap of dust with them, you should see the bottom of my pool!!! Anyway at least we know when our cars need a tub!

LOL yeah, especially when the tree outside our place is full with pollen. :( Washed the car one day @ my friends apartment, bring it home. take a quick shower myself and then get out to drive, its covered with pollen already :(

Bottom of your pool? HAH! nothing compare to ours! ours can breed crocodiles and alligators in it! green and yucky!!! hehehehe Oh well we're moving soon, so hopefully I can get a garage this time :p

BTW thanks for the link buddah! just need more time to convince my wife about spending $100bucks to buy the products from waxit :p

[tron07]

why not the manual? It should provide you heaps more fun

[buddah51au]

why not the manual? It should provide you heaps more fun


Sure, a manual can be more fun on odd occasions, but the way auto transmissions have improved over the years they are well worth considering for a number of reasons :-
1 - A lot less hassle when in city traffic
2 - A taller top gear which helps with economy on country trips
3 - With the advent of sports mode & paddle shift it can be just as much fun
4 - Auto's are much more popular these days & tend to hold resale value better

But like everything it comes down to personal opinion & what you want from a car.

[praja6]

What is the drive away best price for Accord EUro My10 auto at the moment. I am in Sydney looking to purchase Euro with silver metallic paint.

THanks

[euro_tr4sh]

Hi all

I am seeking some advice , are there any concerns in purchasing a Honda Euro MY10 ( Auto), that should be arriving in Oct? :confused:

its a fake... how can it be a 2010 model if its here in 2009... dont buy it!










:rolleyes:

[Type R Positive]

The only thing that shits me off about my CU2 is the door sills.
They are too tall and scuff up pretty easily.

The euros are all about value for money. I've had mine for over
a year, not one single problem. I love jap cars.....

[Euromob]

its a fake... how can it be a 2010 model if its here in 2009... dont buy it!










:rolleyes:
MY10's refer to the latest update to the Euro's CU2's i.e The dark rear shelf and extra functions for the key remotes.

[euro2009]

MY10's refer to the latest update to the Euro's CU2's i.e The dark rear shelf and extra functions for the key remotes.

I definitely want to do more with my CU2 2009 remote such as power windows windows ....

[SpeedBird]

In the USA, from late august early september, they start selling Model Year 2010 spec cars, the new models sell along MY2009, so its up to you to do a deal thats right for you. Either old or new, the choice if yours based upon what you like to own.

[mikhaelnen]

MY10's refer to the latest update to the Euro's CU2's i.e The dark rear shelf and extra functions for the key remotes.

+1

As far as i know, build date Jun-08 to Jun-09 is MY09, build date Jul-09 onwards is MY10.

[Type R Positive]

I might do the dark rear shelf upgrade.....

[tony1234]

I might do the dark rear shelf upgrade.....
That'll cost you $$$$.:eek:

[Type R Positive]

That'll cost you $$$$.:eek:
yeah, or just get it dyed myself.

[SPQR]

+1

As far as i know, build date Jun-08 to Jun-09 is MY09, build date Jul-09 onwards is MY10.

Correct for the Aussie Euro. Different date for Accord, CRV, Civic etc.

[ozscott]

yep - standard base model 2010 model has the window remote feature....its good on a hot day coming back to the car and just having them wind down from 30 feet away....its the ongoing subtle upgrades and improves on the production line that they dont tell you about and are not a marketing tool that makes the 2010 worthwhile I reckon.

Cheers

[fOoLiX]

Has anyone got any quotes for a MY10 lux lately?

[noodleman27]

i just brought a black euro lux navi today

euro lux 09 auto model should be $46k drive away if you bargin.

[fOoLiX]

Ok, thanks for the heads up. Has anyone here bothered with the bluetooth module? Not sure if its worth it..... Hopefully it works with iPhone

[fOoLiX]

Actually having thought about it more, 46K driveaway for the navi is an insane deal....!

[mikhaelnen]

i just brought a black euro lux navi today

euro lux 09 auto model should be $46k drive away if you bargin.

i think nodleman bought a lux navi for around $49k, therefore he assumed lux auto (w/o navi) is around $46k

Just bought a MY10 lux auto for $51618 (with accessories), without accessories should be around $46k - $47k.

[fOoLiX]

Yeah, that makes more sense, I misread!

Did you go with the bluetooth module?

[mikhaelnen]

Nope, i did not get the bluetooth.

Since it is a standalone unit, i suggest you get a GPS navigation with bluetooth function, is much much cheaper. Well, at least this is what i've done.

[oz_accord]

i just brought a black euro lux navi today

euro lux 09 auto model should be $46k drive away if you bargin.

I was quoted $46300 with tint on MY10 lux auto with metallic but had to wait for 2 months so decided to went for MY09 for $44600 with same features but extra 2 yrs ext warranty.

Had the car for almost 2 months now and no ping prob (fingers crossed).

Rescently drove my sister's merc c220 bought it last week for 71k. I was surprised it really did feel that much diff to the euro. If anything steering is softer and tighter space. Not to mention the service cost. It will be intereting to find out

[denot]

Rescently drove my sister's merc c220 bought it last week for 71k. I was surprised it really did feel that much diff to the euro. If anything steering is softer and tighter space. Not to mention the service cost. It will be intereting to find out

I think if there's a new merc comes out with high class interior, exterior, driving, etc but they badge it with Hyundai brand. Ppl still say it feels crap. :p

[noodleman27]

yeah i brought the black lux navi with free options include tow bar + tow ball, mats, boot protector tray & touch up paint for 50k drive away

brought it this morning, picking it up on thursday night :D

[javiba]

Just bought a MY10 lux auto for $51618 (with accessories), without accessories should be around $46k - $47k.

Hey mikhaelnen,

picked up my white MY10 lux auto today ($50.1K driveaway) - happy chappy.

Build 08/2009, compliance 09/2009 - dealer commented it was their first delivery with the new modulo body kit and they were impressed with the results. Thanks for your input.


(btw - $2800 for the body kit was worth it)

[mikhaelnen]

:) my pleasure

Hope to see you around sometime on the street. Mine build date 07/2009, compliance 08/2009

[oz_accord]

I think if there's a new merc comes out with high class interior, exterior, driving, etc but they badge it with Hyundai brand. Ppl still say it feels crap. :p

Yeah I wonder how much will the euro be if it's badged in Acura like in us. I wouldn't mind to have all logo changed to Acura if it can be done. Saw some astra with Opel badge before.

[denot]

Yeah I wonder how much will the euro be if it's badged in Acura like in us. I wouldn't mind to have all logo changed to Acura if it can be done. Saw some astra with Opel badge before.

LOL, I was in the same boat man... "Accord Euro" that is not an "Euro" car sounds weird... :p They should call Euros "AJAP" and the normal accord "ATHAI" :D:D:D

[albii]

yeah i brought the black lux navi with free options include tow bar + tow ball, mats, boot protector tray & touch up paint for 50k drive away

brought it this morning, picking it up on thursday night :D

Man thats quick...

[noodleman27]

yeah they had it in stock

they have both blue and black in lux and lux navi in stock

[albii]

yeah they had it in stock

they have both blue and black in lux and lux navi in stock

i love my black, although its a pain in the arse to keep looking decent.

[Type R Positive]

Stuff you guys paying $50k for a euro

[buddah51au]

Give them a break Type R .... think what it does for resale of our base models.....lol

[denot]

Lol, somone offer mine $35kbefore when I told them I'm selling mine. (I bought it for 34k brand new! :p)

[Euromob]

Lol, somone offer mine $35kbefore when I told them I'm selling mine. (I bought it for 34k brand new! :p)
You guys are laughing..!!

Hard to get a MY10 Base for under 40k , these days.

[BatRambo]

Yeah, the price is dramatically changed since last year.
Bought mine Lux Navi with Bluetooth, Floor Maths, windows tint and extra warranty for 49$ driveaway last september. I believe now this will cost me 51 or maybe 52. Who knows :P

[denot]

Yeah, I was thinking to sell it and get extra $1-2k and then buy something smaller second hand before... but then again... nah couldnt be bothered :p

[noodleman27]

apparently price has gone up 1-2k since july :S

[albii]

I just couldn't go past the base....Too much value for money.

[javiba]

Yeah, the price is dramatically changed since last year.
Bought mine Lux Navi with Bluetooth, Floor Maths, windows tint and extra warranty for 49$ driveaway last september. I believe now this will cost me 51 or maybe 52. Who knows :P

Knowing what I paid, you'd probably still pay $49 to 50K for the above - but hey, any dealer would be more than happy for you to pay them $53K++ ;)

[praja6]

Hi GUys,

Just found in carsales website, this My10 brand new accord euro luxuary auto with 2yr ext warranty and roadsite assist 48888 drive away...It seems like in NSW dealer

http://www.carsales.com.au/all-cars/bncis/details.aspx?R=7641776&__sid=120EF380B5C7&__Qpb=true&Cr=0&__Ns=pCar_RankSort_Int32%7c1%7c%7cpCar_Price_Decim al%7c1%7c%7cpCar_Make_String%7c0%7c%7cpCar_Model_S tring%7c0&keywords=&__N=1216%201246%204294965322%204294965100%20898&seot=1&__Nne=15&trecs=26&silo=1011

[praja6]

Did anyone got a good drive away price for My10 EUro Base model auto recently

[accordeuro09]

Howdy all,

Just for your info, and to find out whether it's a good deal or not too...
Euro Lux Navi MY10, Auto, Metallic Paint, Bluetooth, Floormats, Boot protector $48,500 driveaway.

What do you think?

Cheers!

[Type R Positive]

You guys are laughing..!!

Hard to get a MY10 Base for under 40k , these days.
are you serious? :confused:

[mikhaelnen]

Just FYI

My dealer quoted me $38500 MY10 base AUTO driveaway. (with extended warranty + 5 yrs roadside assistant, tinting, floor mat, full tank fuel, rear sensor, metallic)

[denot]

^^^ ya, that's more like it...

[sagas007]

Just FYI

My dealer quoted me $38500 MY10 base AUTO driveaway. (with extended warranty + 5 yrs roadside assistant, tinting, floor mat, full tank fuel, rear sensor, metallic)

Can ask who the dealer is, i am looking for Accord Euro Red auto base model.
my leasing company has quoted me 38000.

It is HONDA ACCORD EURO 5 auto 2008 FWD Sedan 2.4 PFI 4dr 5spd AUTO ULP
148kw 5seat 0608 does it mean its a MY08 or a MY09 ??

[denot]

Can ask who the dealer is, i am looking for Accord Euro Red auto base model.
my leasing company has quoted me 38000.

It is HONDA ACCORD EURO 5 auto 2008 FWD Sedan 2.4 PFI 4dr 5spd AUTO ULP
148kw 5seat 0608 does it mean its a MY08 or a MY09 ??

0608 means build date. so its MY08

[sagas007]

Oh yeah booked my Euro in Red standard with paint prot, 5year warranty, rear parking sensors, mats ... 3 weeks wait, and I should be back of the wheel

[praja6]

Hi All,

Just interesting to know... IS anyone use this people www.costpricecars.com.au

We have to pay $50 or 60 and they can give us the cost price for the car(any make). Has any of you guys use this people to get cost price and bargain for price at dealer.

Are these people legitimate? Please advise if anyone use these services.. Does it worth....How do these people get cost price(dealer pay actual price to get the car)..

Thanks

[skouta]

Hi, newcomer and first post.

Have been into a Honda dealer in Melbourne and the sales person advised that the Honda Accord Euro is having a slight mid term upgrade and that is why there are current shortages. He was quoting me Jan-Feb delivery??

Anyone heard of this upgrade and or delivery delay??

Thanks.

[javiba]

He was quoting me Jan-Feb delivery??

Anyone heard of this upgrade and or delivery delay??

Thanks.


I think a boatload is due to dock anyday in Melbourne from Japan - I was quoted a 19Oct09 delivery date (approx two weeks after the scheduled docking) when I placed my order in early Aug. Luckily, my dealer actually managed to get me one off the September shipment.

Most of time it's how proactive the salesman is - you never know, you might be able to get one earlier than quoted if you push the issue or go to another yard.

[Euromob]

Hi, newcomer and first post.

Have been into a Honda dealer in Melbourne and the sales person advised that the Honda Accord Euro is having a slight mid term upgrade and that is why there are current shortages. He was quoting me Jan-Feb delivery??

Anyone heard of this upgrade and or delivery delay??

Thanks.
Yep go to another dealer , the one u are at now would have sold their consignment , if u go to someone that havn't sold every car on their incoming list u should get one much sooner. The MY10 is the mild upgrade.

[Euromob]

I think a boatload is due to dock anyday in Melbourne from Japan - I was quoted a 19Oct09 delivery date (approx two weeks after the scheduled docking) when I placed my order in early Aug. Luckily, my dealer actually managed to get me one off the September shipment.

Most of time it's how proactive the salesman is - you never know, you might be able to get one earlier than quoted if you push the issue or go to another yard.
yes they have just arrived in Australia a couple days ago , I have one coming from that September shipment and they are on their ways to the dealers now.

[skouta]

Hi, Thanks for the tips...

I'll try another dealer and see how I go.

[skouta]

Well...I got my new My10 Honda Accord Euro Luxury Navigation....

And I love it...

[chunsa]

Great buy! Auto or manual? (when I bought my car the dealer was mentioning they are phasing out manual sat nav, so if it's manual you are one of the lucky last!).

Either way enjoy your car :)

[skouta]

Thanks,

It's an auto...

[noodleman27]

lux navi dont come in manual they only come in auto

[chunsa]

CU2 luxury sat-nav did come in manual. Only now they don't. I think the MY10 onwards don't come in manual anymore (dealer told me). Last saw a manual sat-nav at Homebush Honda when I was buying my car and this was last month.