Starting at $22,405, the Accord retains much of its value, thanks in large part to Honda's reputation as a reliable automaker and the Accord's long tradition of longevity.

The Accord Coupe gets an estimated 31 mpg highway (4-cylinder 5-speed manual vehicles), and, as an added bonus, all Accord models run on regular unleaded gasoline.

In 2008 Honda recalled 351,000 Accord units due to problems with the electrical circuit breaker, which could cause the windshield wiper motor to become inoperative, therefore increasing the likelihood of a crash in certain conditions.

The Accord Coupe V6 is a great performer, with a 0-60 mph time of only 8 seconds.

The Accord Coupe has been featured in many Hollywood films throughout its time, including appearances in "Into the Night" (1985), "New York Stories" (1989) and most recently, in "Tooth and Nail"(2007).

The top engine in the 2008 Accord Coupe is a 3.5-liter V6, capable of producing 268 horsepower, while the base car produces a respectable 190 horsepower.

With the introduction of the 2008 Accord, Honda became the first automaker to offer a lineup that includes both 4-cylinder and V-6 models meeting the even stricter Partial-Zero-Emission Vehicle (PZEV)** standards.

The Accord Coupe has significantly contributed to the overall success of the Accord model in North America, where it was the best-selling Japanese car for 20 years (1982-97), topping its class in sales in 1991 and 2001, with around ten million sold in the U.S. in total.

Available with XM Satellite Radio, a navigation system, and Bluetooth, the 2008 Accord Coupe is a great choice for anyone looking for a tech-savvy model within a reasonable price range.

According to a recent AP report, Honda is set to slash production of the Accord Coupe in response to the current global financial crisis.