2003 Honda Accord EX V-6

Right, the 2003 Honda Accord EX-L. Now, I know what you’re thinking: "Clarkson’s about to slag off another dull, everyday saloon." But hang on a moment, because this particular Accord has a secret. It’s the sort of car that sneaks up on you. At first glance, it looks like something your uncle might drive – sensible, quiet, understated. But once you get behind the wheel, you realize Honda was up to something clever. Under that mild-mannered exterior, it’s hiding a 3.0-liter V6 engine. And what does that mean? Well, put your foot down, and it’ll surge forward with surprising urgency, like a retired accountant rediscovering his youth at a classic rock concert. It’s smooth, refined, and yet, it’s got that satisfying oomph when you need it. The interior, too, is one of those places where Honda’s engineers have put on their best “grown-up” faces. Leather everywhere, climate control, a dash that’s simple yet perfectly functional, like a well-made Swiss watch. And because it’s a Honda, it’ll probably still be working long after the sun has swallowed the earth. Reliability? Of course. This thing is practically indestructible. But don’t expect it to set your soul on fire. It’s not a Ferrari, it won’t make you feel like a racecar driver, but what it will do is keep you cocooned in comfort, quietly confident that it’ll handle anything life throws at you, from school runs to cross-country trips. In short, the 2003 Accord EX-L is the automotive equivalent of a solid handshake. Not flashy, but dependable. Sensible. And surprisingly quick when it needs to be. Honestly, if you want something that just works, this is the car for you Price excludes $399 processing fee