n00b question..

[ronin]

Ok, i'm getting confused after hearing many ppl having different knowledge-talk. Do the 89 Accord LX-i coupes have powerlocks and sunroof? Because mine doesnt, and that guy who installed the alarm for me said i got ripped because all 89 LX-is have powerlocks.

2nd question: i'd like to change my head-light bulbs since mine aren't as bright, any recommendations?

thanks

[zero.counter]

1. Yes, DX...No (O.E.) I neglected to read that this was concerning coupes. This applies to the most common, the sedans (4-door). I was unaware that the coupes (2-doors) do not have these basic amenities...
2. Sylvania Silverstars are nice...

[SteveDX89]

LX, LX-i and SE-i sedans had sunroofs and power locks. No coupes had either. The guy that installed your alarm doesn't know what he's talking about.

For headlights, you've got a couple options. You can use Sylvania Silverstars. There are also sealed beam conversions. Some use a standard bulb and other use H4 bulbs.

[zero.counter]

LX, LX-i and SE-i sedans had sunroofs and power locks. No coupes had either. The guy that installed your alarm doesn't know what he's talking about.

From Ebaums,

Accord took a big jump up-market with the introduction of the 1986 version. Bigger and better was the theme, with an increase of nearly 6 inches in the wheelbase and 3 inches in overall length. Weight for an LX Sedan increased nearly 200 pounds; from 2,341 lbs. for a 1985 to 2,529 lbs. for the new 1986. The new Accord also had a much sleeker look, with pop-up headlights (unusual on a sedan) and much better aerodynamics. Even the rain gutters were flush with the body in order to make the car quieter and more aero-efficient. Sedans came in base DX, luxury LX and loaded LXi trim levels. The two-door hatchback came in either DX or LXi guise. The top dog LXi included all the features of the LX (such as air conditioning and power everything) and added fuel injection, alloy wheels and, on the sedan, a power moonroof.

To handle the bigger, heavier Accords, the engine was increased in size, from 1.8 to 2.0- liters and produced either 98 horsepower (in the carbureted DX and LX trims) or 110 ponies in the fuel-injected LXi. An all-new suspension featured "double-wishbone" design at all four wheels. Derived from Formula 1 racecar chassis design, this setup allowed precise handling (by always keeping the tire perpendicular to the road surface) while still delivering a comfortable, slightly firm ride. As the family sedan battle between Toyota and Honda heated up, it seemed that those interested in sporty handling went for the Accord, while those who weren't looking for a poor man's BMW and who preferred a softer ride chose the Camry.

Pricing for the 1986 Accords ranged from $8,429 for a DX Hatchback Coupe to $12,675 for the LXi Sedan.

1987 saw no changes to the wildly popular Accord.

Catering to those who prefer a formal coupe body style with a trunk, an Accord Coupe joined the hatchback and sedan for 1988. As with the hatchback, the new notchback two-door was available in either base DX or loaded LXi trim. Very minor tweaks to the sedan's taillights and bumpers were the lone visual changes for the '88 Accord. Functionally, a bump in horsepower for the LXi engine (from 110 to 120 hp) improved the performance of the top Accords. By now Honda's reputation for building extremely well-built, reliable and long-lasting cars was common knowledge, and sales of over 360,000 units for 1988 confirmed the public's affection for the Accord.

In accord with Accord tradition, Honda brought out an SE-i version of the Accord to mark the last year of a generation, in this case 1989. Chock-a-block with luxury features, some highlights of this special Accord included plush leather seats, a high-performance Bose stereo/cassette sound system and remote stereo controls located on the steering wheel. Also setting the SE-i apart from ordinary Accords were 14-inch alloy wheels, four-wheel disc brakes and bronze-tinted glass. The other Accords were unchanged for 1989.

I was just wondering, because now that I think of it, I have seen a couple of LXi coupes with power windows.

[Vinny]

No the coupes and hatches did not come factory equiped with power locks, if in doubt look at Majestics online parts catalog. Theres not a listing for any power door lock actuators for any of the 2 door models (coupe or hatch) in the door lock breakdown. If anyones curious you can't add the power locks from a sedan to a coupe or hatch because of the way the locking mechanism, linkage, and even the inside of the door lock knob (the part you push down on in a sedan or flip in the coupe and hatch) are entirely different due to the retractable seatbelts on the 2 doors

[BITESIZE]

I'd rather have a hatchback than have a sedan with the power locks. No one really needs power locks with a two door, you just reach across and lock or unlock. However, the sunroof would have been killer.

[A20Accord]

I'd rather have a hatchback than have a sedan with the power locks. No one really needs power locks with a two door, you just reach across and lock or unlock. However, the sunroof would have been killer.

No Keyless entry OwNz You! :cool2:

[BITESIZE]

Ummmmm......NO...............No Turbo OwNz me!

[ronin]

wellz..i had to install the powerlock for both doors...freaking $70 and viper installation $150...so it made $220 total for parts and labor. Now I'm just looking for a headlight bulb replacement to make it brighter and i'm happy for this year. I've invested $1600 so far in this car. Paper fees and insurance not included.

[Sabz5150]

Ummmmm......NO...............No Turbo OwNz me!

Who says you can't turbo the 4 doors?

[BITESIZE]

ummmm......read what i wrote, and look in my signature. :321:

It only ownz me until i do it. :cool2:

[Cyric_accord]

I was just wondering, because now that I think of it, I have seen a couple of LXi coupes with power windows.


Coupes came stock with power windows.... but it's a bitch when you need to replace the Power Window Controller and you can only get them at dealerships or junkyards.... so I used a Sedan's controller perfectly

[Bloodlust]

LXi Coupes dont have power locks, but they can be installed with actuators. Im actually having this done at the end of the month. I do indeed have a power sunroof, and i have an lxi. Its an aftermarket one so that might explain it.