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20 Cars So Overbuilt They Made Their Engineers Regret It

15. Acura Legend

1988 Acura Legend Coupe
A sleek Acura Legend luxury sedan gleams under the sunlight, showcasing the refined elegance of Japanese automotive design. | Photo by Mike Bird on Pexels

The Acura Legend set a high bar for Honda’s luxury ambitions, featuring an overbuilt V6 engine and renowned reliability. Many owners found their Legends running strong for decades with minimal issues.
As MotorTrend recounts, this commitment to quality won devoted fans but came at a steep cost, making it hard for Honda’s luxury arm to maintain profitability in the fiercely competitive premium market.

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