At $4,999, Is This 1992 Honda Accord LX Really a Steal?

A 1992 Honda Accord LX with 213,624 miles is listed for $4,999 on Craigslist in San Diego, California.

This fifth-generation Accord represents an era when sedans like the Accord and Toyota Camry dominated the market before SUVs and crossovers took over.

The LX trim sits between the base DX and the top-tier EX, offering standard features including air conditioning, power windows and locks, cruise control, power steering, and power brakes.

The car is powered by a 2.2-liter 16-valve inline-four engine (Honda’s F22) producing 125 horsepower and 137 pound-feet of torque, mated to a four-speed automatic transmission driving the front wheels.

While the ad does not mention service history, the battery was replaced in January of this year, and the car is described as running and driving “nice” with no mechanical issues reported.

The exterior is in impressive condition for its age, with Champaign metallic paint still glossy and intact, clear coat preserved, and only a single dent on the right-side passenger door.

The interior is equally well-preserved, featuring original burgundy upholstery, a color-matched dash, and a factory AM/FM/cassette stereo. The trunk is carpeted and clean, and the car comes with a clean title.

The Accord’s reputation for reliability and solid build quality is well-earned, though this LX model lacks modern amenities and has high mileage.

The $4,999 asking price is roughly the going rate for a clean, functional older sedan in today’s market.

Whether this Accord is worth the price depends on the buyer’s tolerance for high mileage and the absence of maintenance records. The ad is posted on Craigslist in San Diego, California.