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How sixteen 2012 Honda Accords ended up in a dealer’s used car lot

Friday, March 30th, 2012

They were sunny days down in Palm Beach, Florida those first days of March. Spectators and news cameras from all over the world gathered at the PGA National Resort & Spa to watch some of the greatest golf players battle it out at The Honda Classic.

Anyone who’s anyone in the world of golf was there; from Darren Clarke to Lee Westwood and Rory McIlroy, they made the journey from their home country to play this famous golf tournament.

During the four days of The Honda Classic (March 1st through the 4th), brand new 2012 Hondas were used as courtesy cars to transport the likes of Tiger Woods, Kenny G (who performed a benefit concert and was also the host of the event), and a myriad of golfing royalty.

Now, what happened to all of these new Honda cars once the golf tournament was over? Did they drive off into the sunset never to be seen again? Did they get eaten by the famous alligators of Florida? None of the above my dear friend.

Over a dozen of these courtesy cars made the trek all the way down to Austin, Texas. As if they were part of a high school marching band, sixteen 2012 Honda Accords marched (or drove) into the Howdy Honda used car parking lot and found their temporary home.

Now these practically brand new 2012 Honda Accords are waiting for a family to take them home and love them. They have all been Honda Certified and posses under 500 miles, and quite a few of them have less than 100 miles on them. Practically new.

Not everyone in Austin knows that we are also a used Honda dealership, but we are (and a good one!). So if you want to give one of these 2012 Honda Accord your love, give us a call at 512-443-4300, email us at howdy@howdyhonda.com or drop by.

Oh yeah, and check out this infographic that tells the story of these sixteen 2012 Accords and their journey:

Certified Used 2012 Honda Accord for Sale Austin TX

Why are Honda Vehicles a Nightmare for Car Mechanics?

Thursday, November 3rd, 2011
Why are Honda Vehicles a Nightmare for Car Mechanics?

Why are Honda Vehicles a Nightmare for Car Mechanics?

A while back the Magliozzi brothers, who are both mechanics, wrote a blog post about their Top Ten Most Hated Cars.  Now, they don’t dislike these cars based on appearance or specifications, they strongly dislike these vehicles because they never seem to find their way into their shops. As an Austin Honda dealer, we are proud of the fact that several of these vehicles are Honda made. And we hate to break it to the Magliozzi brothers, but the people at Honda don’t plan on changing that anytime soon either.

Both the Honda Civic and Honda Accord made the list and the reason is simple: their reliability.  On top of the fact that these cars are a dream to maintain; if either vehicle happens to break down, not only are the problems a piece of cake to figure out, but original Honda parts for both are easy to obtain.

The Honda sedans weren’t the only ones to make the list, so did a few of Honda’s midsized SUV’s/Crossovers; the Honda CR-V and Honda Element. Both the CR-V and Element share the same drive-train, which is already a bad sign for mechanics, as it is about as reliable as it gets.  All of the vital parts of both vehicles are way above average including the engine and transmission.  The same thing still applies for these SUV/Crossover vehicles as parts are both affordable and readily available!

Howdy Honda,  the premiere used Honda dealership in Austin, has a wide selection of Certified Pre-Owned Honda vehicles, like those listed above, as well as a slew of other new vehicles, not to mention a lot of other used cars.  We take pride in our customer service and it shows with each and every interaction with our clientele.  If you’re thinking about possibly buying a used car in the next few months, check out our certified inventory as we have always have the best Certified used cars in Austin. If you want to make less visits to a mechanic, you have to check out the Certified Hondas. Call us at 512-443-4300 or email us at howdy@howdyhonda.com and we’ll make sure you drive off the most reliable car we have.

How to buy a car safely

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

Car buying is stressful and, maybe even, a little intimidating, especially if the vehicle is used. Here, at Howdy Honda, we aim to ease the stress and guide you during your purchase. However, we know that not everybody comes here, or goes to a dealership, to buy a used car and might prefer to purchase a vehicle from an individual. Therefore, we’ve assembled a few tips on how to buy a car safely from another person:

1. Visit the seller – It’s important that you personally visit the person who’s buying the car, see all the documentation and check the car. Try to visit during sunlight hours; you’ll be able to spot any physical damage easily. Also, it’s advisable to visit the seller at their home and check that the address and VIN on the registration matches the address of the individual and VIN of the car.

2. Check the car’s history – Always carry out the vehicle’s car history check. It will tell you if the car has been recorded as stolen, on an accident, or subject to outstanding finance or major repairs. It can also bring to light any discrepancies with the mileage and confirm all the details on the vehicle’s registration. It’s also a good idea to check the car’s history while visiting the seller.

3. Price – Verify the car’s market value. There are several websites where you can check the value of a vehicle by make, model and year, like Kelly Blue Book or AutoTrader. If the person is selling the car for a lower price, ask yourself (and the seller) why and be skeptical.

4. Paperwork – The seller must always provide you with all original documentation: registration, service history, etc. Make sure that all documents are originals before handing over any money.

5. Payment – This seems like a no-brainer, but always pay for the car when you are physically in front of the seller. Never wire or send money.

As a leading used Honda dealership in Austin, Howdy Honda is always looking out for the best interest of the Austin community. We love being part of such a vibrant city filled with interesting and intelligent people, which is why we want to bring you the most relevant information so you are confident during the purchase process and in your final decision.



Howdy Honda is your Austin TX Honda Dealer

Howdy Honda is a friendly car dealership that takes great pride in our our Texas roots. We make a personal commitment to every customer that visits our dealership that they will be treated warmly with the utmost dignity and respect. We want our customers to be customers for life which is why they are considered part of our Honda family. View and leave us a testimonial about your experience.

Whether you are looking for a new Honda car or used car in Austin Texas we can help you into the car of your dreams. We pride ourselves on our great prices on Honda SUVs and crossovers in Austin. We also sell great vehicles to great customers from Bastrop, Georgetown , Leander, Round Rock, San Marcos, Buda. We also have plenty of Honda hybrid cars on our lot.

Here at Howdy Honda we are always updating our list of Hondas that are on sale in Austin TX. If you find a car on sale that you are interested in don’t hesitate to see what we can offer you for trading in your car. You can also fill out our car loan credit application to see what kind of financing is available for your budget. If you are looking for auto parts or automotive repair in Austin Texas we can help you get your car back on the road as well.

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