Ecomodder NEWB!! would like some advice?! - Fuel Economy, Hypermiling, EcoModding News and Forum

chammons0007 · 11-20-2012, 11:33 AM

I currently own a 1998 Honda Accord getting about 25 mpg and a 2006 Ford f150 getting 15 mpg. So I am definitely in the market for something different and I came across this listing on craigslist and wanted to know what you all thought and things too look out for with this type of vehicle.

lexington.craigslist.org/cto/3330585441

mackerel · 11-20-2012, 12:10 PM

Page not found.

Care to re-post the link?

chammons0007 · 11-20-2012, 12:18 PM

knoxville.craigslist.org/cto/3419340445.html

nbleak21 · 11-20-2012, 12:25 PM

Does your accord have the F23 in it? If so you can get some decent mileage out of it with a few little changes... I'm aiming for 40mpg hwy in my acura cl (same thing as accord)

chammons0007 · 11-20-2012, 12:30 PM

How can I tell which motor it has in it? vin#? Does it say in the door jam? It is automatic as well!

Sven7 · 11-20-2012, 12:38 PM

Buy a stick shift. Buy a ScanGauge. You don't need a hybrid- just a manual with over 30mpg stock and a few mods. Of course, driving habits play a big part in it. So will aerodynamics.

Also, lmgtfy. Accord VIN Decoder

The EPA only lists the 2.3L I4 and the 3.0L V6, which means his car must be one of those. Is it a four or six cylinder?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_Accord
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_F_engine#F23A1

If it's the 2.3L four you should be able to get low 30's mpg tanks with light aeromodding and some effort at the wheel.

chammons0007 · 11-20-2012, 12:41 PM

I know I will get a thousand different responses. What do you all recommend I look for because I am in the process of selling both vehicles.

Daox · 11-20-2012, 12:45 PM

Hybrids are great, but I wouldn't pay that much for that car.

What do you need your vehicle to be able to do?

Ecky · 11-20-2012, 12:48 PM

We'll need some more information. What is your budget? How mechanically inclined are you? Do you need more than 2 seats? How about cargo space? Can you drive a manual?

I'm personally saving my pennies for a manual first gen Honda Insight like you linked but they have some limitations and won't fit everyone's needs.

chammons0007 · 11-20-2012, 12:55 PM

Budget lets see like to stay under $6000.00 but cheaper the better. I can drive a manual. I dont mind to turn a wrench and I have the ability aslong as its within means. dont need more than 2 seats some cargo room would be nice i tend to carry a backpack and a gym bag 95% of the time as well as by passenger. my work commute is about 60 miles which as of now is 2 days a week from my house to town/school is about 3 miles one way

my accord is a 2.3 BTW