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In my driveway is a car that’s almost as old as I am. A 19 year old Honda Accord automatic that gives plenty of poke and has rather impressive early ABS brakes. And the air-con still works, which is excellent given the recent muggy weather.

So why would I want to change my car? Going to visit friends was always a delight, because in a Honda Glasgow might as well be around the corner. But one can’t help wanting to move with the times, and whilst I’ve had years of impeccable service from the Accord I was starting to look at trendier cars with rather less than innocent intent. There’s no mistaking a car that’s getting on in years, and whilst I was still more than happy with the performance, there were little indicators that the Accord was starting to feel its age.

I found myself back in Pollockshields recently, taking a break from work and staying with my chums for a couple of weeks to enjoy the glorious surrounding countryside and equally arresting architecture. But there was one thing that caught my eye every time we drove out for the day. A certain company that seemed to encourage me to entertain thoughts of defection from the trusty little Accord.

It was a Honda dealership, and with a forecourt full of sleek, shining and above all modern models it wasn’t long before I was forced to come up with an excuse for taking off for a day on my own. I already knew that in a Honda, Glasgow traffic was nothing more than a slight inconvenience rather than the infuriating hindrance that it became in other models. The older Accord had served me well for years, but it was time to think about an upgrade. I was in the ideal place to make a decision about the future of my driving career.

Reader, I chose a new Honda Accord. There are more bells and whistles in this car than I know what to do with, and every passenger thus far has been unable to refrain from saying “ooh, that’s fancy” when they slip into the seat. The ride quality is outstanding, and I couldn’t be happier. Needless to say my friends were a little confused when I rocked up after a day of alleged shopping in a brand new car, but after a quick spin they understood my reasons behind purchase!

You’re probably asking yourself what happened to the old Accord?  Surely I couldn’t be so cold hearted as to abandon it for a younger model?For that old Honda, Glasgow was not the last stop.  I ignored the very compelling scrappage offer and went through some interesting logistical adventures to ensure that my old car could come home with me. After all, why try to improve upon perfection? Now I can still get my fix of vintage Honda excellence without feeling envy every time I pass a curvy new model.

In my driveway is a car that’s almost as old as I am. A 19 year old Honda Accord automatic that gives plenty of poke and has rather impressive early ABS brakes. And the air-con still works, which is excellent given the recent muggy weather.

So why would I want to change my car? When I visited friends in Glasgow, Honda was the manufacturer that got me there in comfort and without a headache from a whining engine as I beetled up the M6. But one can’t help wanting to move with the times, and whilst I’ve had years of impeccable service from the Accord I was starting to look at trendier cars with rather less than innocent intent. There’s no mistaking a car that’s getting on in years, and whilst I was still more than happy with the performance, there were little indicators that the Accord was starting to feel its age.

I found myself back in Pollockshields recently, taking a break from work and staying with my chums for a couple of weeks to enjoy the glorious surrounding countryside and equally arresting architecture. But there was one thing that caught my eye every time we drove out for the day. A certain company that seemed to encourage me to entertain thoughts of defection from the trusty little Accord.

It was a Honda dealership, and with a forecourt full of sleek, shining and above all modern models it wasn’t long before I was forced to come up with an excuse for taking off for a day on my own. I already knew that in a Honda, Glasgow traffic was nothing more than a slight inconvenience rather than the infuriating hindrance that it became in other models. The older Accord had served me well for years, but it was time to think about an upgrade. I was in the ideal place to make a decision about the future of my driving career.

Reader, I chose a new Honda Accord. There are more bells and whistles in this car than I know what to do with, and every passenger thus far has been unable to refrain from saying “ooh, that’s fancy” when they slip into the seat. The ride quality is outstanding, and I couldn’t be happier. Needless to say my friends were a little confused when I rocked up after a day of alleged shopping in a brand new car, but after a quick spin they understood my reasons behind purchase!

But what about the old Accord?  Surely I couldn’t be so cold hearted as to abandon it for a younger model?For that old Honda, Glasgow wasn’t its final resting place.  I ignored the very compelling scrappage offer and went through some interesting logistical adventures to ensure that my old car could come home with me. After all, “if it ain’t broke, why fix it”? Now I can still get the pleasure of a vintage Honda driving experience without being wracked with envy over newer cars.

Living in Strathblane means that any car that happens to find itself on my driveway is in for a lot, whether I’m heading into town for work or going for a day in the glorious countryside. I’ve had my eye on a Honda S2000 for a while now, and when my current car failed its MOT it seemed like fate was pointing me in the direction of the alluring convertible.

For my hankered after Honda, Glasgow was the destination of choice. I spent time browsing online and found an absolutely unbeatable price on a new S2000 at Henrys Honda. With my mind made up and having seen an excellent finance package, I went to bed that night dreaming of all the country roads that I would conquer with the roof down and the wind in my hair. Needless to say that in the morning I was like a child at Christmas, eager to tear down to the dealership and get behind the wheel of the convertible that had captured my heart.

A friend very kindly offered to give me a lift to the Glasgow Honda dealership in exchange for being the first to take a roofless ride in the S2000, and as that was a very fair trade I found myself in the showroom with shining eyes and trembling hands. My friend decided to stick around, and was wowed by the impressive range of new Honda models on offer!

I’m over the moon with my new Honda, and if you’re looking for a convertible car the S2000 beats the competition hands down. Whether you’re cruising in the countryside or cutting a dash on the motorway, the S2000 will prove a delight to drive wherever you’re heading.

Over the past few years there has been an noticeable growth in the market for superminis. Virtually every manufacturer has designed and produced their own version of the best possible small hatchback. When this is the case, it is often impossibly difficult to decide which is the best model for you and your family. I have taken the liberty of driving a selection of the bestselling superminis and have come to a conclusion regarding which is the best.

First of all I test drove the brand new Honda Jazz. The Honda Jazz has been gaining vast popularity in the small hatchback world over the past couple of years. This is due to its impeccable styling, economical engines and capacious interiors. I found the drive of the Honda Jazz was amazing compared to most of the competition.

The other model I tried was the Vauxhall Corsa, which has been selling well for many years. In all honesty I thought the Corsa seemed laboured and heavy, especially in the lower gears. It was also difficult to drive in terms of heavy handling. I also found the elevated driving position a little disconcerting.

Finally I tried the new Ford Fiesta, which has been a critical success since it was launched earlier this year. Whilst driving it I was reminded of one of the key complaints regarding the Fiesta. Many have said the handling is too light and I agree. In contrast to the Corsa, you genuinely don’t feel as though you are entirely in control of the Fiesta, which can be concerning on country roads.

In conclusion, I personally believe that the Honda Jazz provides the best value for money and the most engaging drive. It is the perfect juxtaposition between form and function and easily one the drive test. If you are looking for a supermini, I would recommend the excellent new Honda Jazz.

Being a great Sales Rep is always a balance between having the right things to say and making a great first impression. In all my years on the road I have realised that without one, the other won’t work. That is why first impressions are so important. There is no better first impression you can make than by pulling up at a client meeting in the brand new Honda Legend. I find it attracts many envious glances as I drive about town. So what is it about the brand new Honda Legend that makes it such a fantastic car to own?

Firstly, Honda have achieved the impossible by combining luxurious interiors, high performance engineering and all of the above at a low, low cost. This has rarely been achieved by a car manufacturer, so it is a superb testament to Honda’s manufacturing capabilities that they have managed to do this so well. I applaud Honda for their efforts.

I visited the Bristol Honda dealership and found their selection of brand new Honda Legends to be out of this world. They all looked so awesome I was practically mesmerized. I have now bought a Honda Legend now and know that it will guarantee that I make a great first impression about the kind of professional attitude I have. I honestly believe that the brand new Honda Legend has been instrumental in my business success.

If you are looking for a fabulous new Honda Legend, I would highly recommend that you visit Bristol Honda, as they currently own one of the largest and best quality selections of new Honda vehicles and have priced them very reasonably indeed. I feel so fortunate that I found their dealership that I feel compelled to pass on my knowledge and hopefully make a few more motorists as happy as I am. Please call them today.

Some car brands or models are unjustly categorised into owner stereotypes. The Fiat 500 will forever be associated with young women’s first cars, the Mondeo will always nod toward the middle-of-the-road family man and the BMW Z3 will always belong to smug executives or hairdressers. There is one categorisation that has stuck in my mind and been noticeable during car journeys; the Honda Accord is a car for pensioners.

Anyone who is familiar with the British roads will have been stuck, frustrated, behind an elderly person in an Accord, who insists on doing 30mph in a national speed limit area with no sign of moving out of 3^rd gear. After about 10 miles of this, you can feel your anger welling up inside you like a volcano that’s about to blow and you make a risky manoeuvre to overtake which results in you either crashing headlong into an oncoming lorry, or careening off into a ditch . Either way the Honda Accord driver will tut and shake his head as he slowly drives past your lifeless corpse.

This maybe a slight exaggeration, but the Honda Accord has really built up a reputation for being the elderly’s car of choice, but why exactly? Let me make it obvious. It’s the multitude of gadgets Honda include that take away all choice and responsibility from the driver. In the top spec model there is an annoying beep if you accelerate over the speed limit, there is annoying beep if you change lanes on the motorway and there is an Adaptive Cruise Control system, which presumably involves some kind of annoying beep. All of these little beeps and blips seem to attract the elderly car buyer; they are obviously reassuring or potentially keep the driver awake as they are cruising at 26Mph on the dual carriageway.

Despite all the annoying warning noises, the Honda Accord is a pretty handy car. The two petrol and diesel options are all punchy, responsive and ecologically sound. If given choice between the i-CDTi Diesel and the i-VTEC petrol engines, the diesel makes the most sense. Its performance is very close to that of the petrol and the monetary returns you’ll get at the petrol pumps are worth the minor drop in performance.

The quality and reliability of Honda cars is renowned internationally and these factors are also going to appeal to the more sensible and prudential senior market. You can’t really picture a 61 year old man going out and buying a sporty, but famously unreliable Alfa Romeo can you? No, those amongst us of a more ‘advanced’ age always choose the safe options and there is little safer than a Honda Accord.

The Honda Accord’s current reputation is slightly undeserved though. At its core it is a perfectly serviceable car for anyone looking for a good performance saloon with low residuals. I’m sure Honda aren’t like to be overly concerned by their current ‘elderly’ consuming demographic, as long as they keep buying the car in droves, which I’m sure they will…which they surely will.

Every day we’re told the world is becoming more Americanised, but that, as all the best things are from America this is no bad thing.  Space travel, fast food, blues and jazz, theme parks, telephone numbers such as 0-8-0-0-F-U-N-T-I-M-E have all found their way over here.What’s wrong with using numbers on the telephone anyway, why use lthe alphabet?  No, for me the US of A has contributed more than enough for the time being and rather than our culture becoming further Americanised, I vote for us to become Japanised.  I mean that’s where the really cool stuff comes from: computer games, Manga cartoons, toilets that shoot water towards your…well you know, that cool robot from television (not available at your Honda dealer) and the most reliable cars on the planet.

Yep for cool stuff that 99 percent of the time will never be used in mainstream markets, Japan is the place to go.  It’s the one percent that really does work however that excites me the most.  The Sony PlayStation has been the market leader since its inception and the gaming industry as a whole is a multi, multi billion pound yearly business.  In fact Japan’s economy alone generated £120 billion through the sale of publishing, games, films and music in 2006 alone.  The cars are fast becoming market leaders too.  Gone are the days of reliable vehicles that looked like a baby had styled it – enter the simply stunning Nissan GTR or Honda’s most successful hot-hatch the Civic Type R (this unlike the robot is available at your Honda dealer).

The reason why the latest cars from Japan are so well styled whilst maintaining the build quality and reliability you’d expect from the country is that they’ve embraced their culture, which to Western society is, well, bonkers.  We’ve all seen the clip shows on TV that showcase the mad game shows Japan have as entertainment.  In the UK you answer a few questions correctly and you win some money.In Japan you answer a few questions correctly and then you only have to eat ten spiders, jump through rings of fire and have your leg chopped off to win the grand prize.

Then there’s the Bosozoku.Essentially they were a motorcycle gang that started sometime in the mid fifties, but thanks to Manga comics and Anime films such as Akira and Fat Don the Pirate, the image has been glamourised so the modern day Bosozoku are more style than actual gang fighting and.  They have also branched out to modifying cars with crazy features such as exhausts that reach skywards and end above the roofline.  Japanese culture is the perfect ying and yang – they work really hard, they play really, really hard.

You can see now why channelling all the above into a car such as the Nissan GTR is pretty exciting.  You have the reliability and build quality from the hard-working Japanese culture, the mad styling from the Manga culture and the incredible handling and on-board computer wizardry from the gaming culture.  You can see these elements filtering through to many Japanese car-makers and most notably across their range, Honda.

When judging a car brand, I like to see what their entry-level car is and if that’s good then it’s a good rule of thumb to assume this standard is maintained as the pound signs increase.  Using this logic and a trip to your Honda dealer will bring the Honda Jazz before you.  It’s a fun little hatchback from the styling to the way it drives around town.In fact it’s not entirely dissimilar to Doctor Who’s Tardis.Admittedly the Jazz doesn’t transcend time and space, but it’s far bigger on the inside than its exterior suggests.  The front and rear lights wrap around both ends and a simple arched line down the side completes the shape.  It is once again Japan in microcosm: small, functional and stylish.

There are two engines available, a 1.2 litre unit or a 1.4 VTEC litre version.The later is also available with a 6-speed i-SHIFT gearbox that is arather intuitive semi automatic.The funky features don’t end there, with the Jazz offering a panoramic glass roof, a refrigerated glove box and rather handy iPod connectivity.Crucially your sweating Honda dealer will take pride in declaring the Jazz emitting just 130g/km CO2 and returning a combined fuel consumption figure of 51.4mpg.  The Jazz is cheap to run then, but it’s reasonable to buy in the first place, with prices starting at £9,990 in the UK.

The verdict on the Jazz then is a glowing one.Obviously I’d deeply adore a Nissan GTR to embrace my love of all things Japanese, but to suit my wallet and I’m sure the vast majority of readers, nip to your Honda dealer for a small slice of Tokyo.