Traded the Si last Saturday...

[mauiSI19]

If the Hood of the accord wasn't so damn long I would have gone for the 2.0T
alas passed up for an SI.

congrats on the new ride.

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[RedBullHondaF1]

Grats on the Accord Sport 2.0T!!! The 2.0T is a riot to drive and is an absolute beast of a sleeper. That's a good move by you.

 

[arpypat]

Agreed. What a douche rocket.

@Dan9908 - Does the Accord roll the windows down and open the sunroof with an unlock click followed by a long press on the keyfob?

I'm sure it does since the Si has it! I was surprised that even the Civic would have it, since I've only seen it on Acuras before.

 

[SoCalCivicSI]

Congrats on the New Accord!
Wow! they gave you a LOT for your trade......a 18 SI trade in value is only about 15K at best!
I'm guessing they didn't give you that great a deal on the Accord but you can't have it all.
If they give you a good deal on one end they don't on the other.

 

[Dan9908]

Im happy with my trade and the price. $26,500 for the Accord

 

[cafecito820]

Everyone has an opinion and things would be boring if everyone simply agreed all the time.

Of course, but you can disagree without being a douche rocket.

 

[MaxPower]

Everyone has an opinion and things would be boring if everyone simply agreed all the time.

Well, sure. Nothing wrong with differing opinions. I don't think that even needs to be stated. I took issue with the way this particular opinion was delivered. This thread isn't a "look at me" brag post, it's just a guy who decided to move on from the Si and shared his thought process (which, incidentally, I appreciated reading). The comment in question intimated that his decision was a mistake, citing some incorrect assumptions. A less offensive way to present the opinion would have been something like:

The Si is a proper driver's car and the Accord is not. If you are someone who enjoys the shifting, handling, and overall driving experience, the Accord is a downgrade...That doesn't mean the Accord isn't fantastic at what the Accord is meant to do- it looks great and provides a sophisticated, comfortable, and relatively luxurious ride that packs a punch in a straight line.

...rather than the incomplete list of half-truths & falsehoods that was actually posted. You can see the difference, right?

We're (mostly) big boys here, and I doubt OP is losing any sleep over this. Even so, as summarized in sage fashion by cafecito820:

Of course, but you can disagree without being a douche rocket.

 

[Dan9908]

Hardly losing sleep over an Internet reply! Those who are enthusiasts appreciate people’s differing car choices and their reason for those choices. Maybe if I had bought a Prius I’d be open to some ball busting, but alas- no Prius here.

and activating Sport mode is nice in this

 

[amirza786]

Well, sure. Nothing wrong with differing opinions. I don't think that even needs to be stated. I took issue with the way this particular opinion was delivered. This thread isn't a "look at me" brag post, it's just a guy who decided to move on from the Si and shared his thought process (which, incidentally, I appreciated reading). The comment in question intimated that his decision was a mistake, citing some incorrect assumptions. A less offensive way to present the opinion would have been something like:



...rather than the incomplete list of half-truths & falsehoods that was actually posted. You can see the difference, right?

We're (mostly) big boys here, and I doubt OP is losing any sleep over this. Even so, as summarized in sage fashion by cafecito820:

Actually, the best response would be:

Congratulations! I hope you enjoy your new car!

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Just say nothing. Silence can be a virtue if one has nothing nice to say

 

[amirza786]

Hardly losing sleep over an Internet reply! Those who are enthusiasts appreciate people’s differing car choices and their reason for those choices. Maybe if I had bought a Prius I’d be open to some ball busting, but alas- no Prius here.

and activating Sport mode is nice in this

I'm going to take some flack for this, but Prius is actually a very nice car. It is well built, very roomy, is a technological marvel, actually drives very well, gets amazing gas mileage, and is built to last (the batteries are not of course). I wouldn't buy one, but I wouldn't bust the chops of anyone that did

 

[Dan9908]

Car enthusiast = no Prius

they’re fantastic cars... but generally not a car that an Si owner or a 2.0 owner would likely buy!

 

[amirza786]

Car enthusiast = no Prius

they’re fantastic cars... but generally not a car that an Si owner or a 2.0 owner would likely buy!

LOL, yes that's correct!

 

[Maroco]

LOL, yes that's correct!

I'm going to take some flack for this, but Prius is actually a very nice car. It is well built, very roomy, is a technological marvel, actually drives very well, gets amazing gas mileage, and is built to last (the batteries are not of course). I wouldn't buy one, but I wouldn't bust the chops of anyone that did

You'll never catch me saying it... But you arent wrong! Its not a bad place to be, inside a prius.

 

[MaxPower]

Actually, the best response would be:

Congratulations! I hope you enjoy your new car!

*****OR*****

Just say nothing. Silence can be a virtue if one has nothing nice to say

I agree completely; those would be appropriate responses. Also, totally off topic, but: I'm trying to figure out how you quoted my text...under another user's name ("Jeremiah T" - whoever that is). It's kind of amazing.

 

[Siiick]

When it comes to refinement and luxury, the Accord is most definitely a step up compared to the Civic, no question about it. All that really matters is the OP is happy with their purchase. I can see why some Si owners might get upset about it and take that as a slap in the face - "How dare you trade away the Si. It's the most bestest car everrrrrr!!!" Simple truth is there are many, many different cars to choose from. No reason not to try as many as you can - that's what I do

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