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kelsen Apr 9, 2001 12:07pm
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KarenS
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Nice to meet you!
My name is Don. I live in Glendale, California.
This van is for my daughter, Vivian (2 1/2yrs) and New baby (expecting end of Aug. 2001).
I purchased 2001 Granite Green Feb 14, 2001 from Gardena Honda. This was a gift for my wife.
We really love our Odyssey and I feel much safe when we drive together.
Thanks for your time.
I will write more later.
Don. :0
My vehicle is better than yours because....
Brag about your ride on Tuesday, May 8, 5-6pm PT/8-9pm ET in the new News & Views Weekly Chat
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Thanks much!
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This was a huge upgrade for me, but We're a little older and I bought that civic right out of college. The big reason for the upgrade is we are expecting twins in October. So, with a toddler and two more on the way... it didn't take us long to realize the civic wouldn't cut it ;-)
I hope to spend some more time on the board and share our ownership experiences.
Jeff
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Cars of Bellevue in Omaha, Nebraska last May. We have had it one year and are very
happy with it. The dealer was great. We were able to get it at MSRP and then we
had mud flaps, floor mats and cargo tray added with no cost. We did get the 7/100,000
for $895.00. We did have a problem within the first month the A/C was making a clicking
noise and they replaced the compressor. We now have a slight problem with it pulling to
the right. We only have 11,000 miles on it. I did see an early posting that advised of a
bulliten about the pull factor. It is nice to be able to talk to other Odyssey owner's to hear
about the trails and tribulations we go through in dealing with Honda/Dealers. Thanks for
a Great site. ...JIMZ...
My name is Ben from So California. I have been reading and posting some comments @ edmunds for a while. We finally pick up our 01 GG EX Friday night. Guess I could join ths club now.
Regards,
Ben
I hear ya mcrjsk, we had twins in January of this year and have two other kids, 4 and 9. We've been more than cramped... it currently takes us two vehicles to get anywhere! Twins are great, twice the blessing I say. (The first few months are rough, but you'll make it.)
Thanks to all the Ody owners who have posted here. You not only helped me make up my mind, but state my case for my dh (who wanted a Suburban) and my mil/dil. Can't wait to pick it up!
I'll be reading as many messages as I can to become familiar with the group.
I hope they've fixed some of the '01 issues with the door handles. Of course, I also wish the '03 V6 engine was going to be in the '02 model. Oh well.
I can't wait. I'll be posting my comments when it arrives (8 weeks or so).
--Mark
They posted the 2002 Ody prices
customers and great Information on this site.
I was steered to the 2002 EX.
Picked it up today for MSRP Plus Destination
and Dealer Fee 395.00.
Alot of new feature and seems to drive alot quieter and transmission seems to shift without much effort. Overall Very satisfied.
They should start arriving more regularly
as their New plant should be producing 120,000
vehicles per year. Mine was made in Ontario.
Nickv
2000 emerald green ex
dealer options:leather interior,6 indash disk changer,lojack, cargo tray, floor mats,wheel locks
options purchased from internet: nose mask, splash guards
What's funny about our purchase was that we weren't shopping for the car that day, May 25, 2000. We just happened to be looking for a test drive. After driving the dealer test model, which had leather of course, they told us 3 were available on the lot. After reading all of the horror stories posted about waiting list, we moved quickly to purchase the car. We started from MSRP, but they killed us on the dealer options and they knew it! Nonetheless, we are very pleased with it.
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Please send your response to jfallon@edmunds.com, or post in Talk to the Press.
Thanks!
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I picked my Odyssey(named Homer) on Saturday, 8 Jan 2000. Today, I had my first flat - at 94,459 miles. Yup - that's nearly 100K in less than 2 years! We use it for ALL long trips where 1 drives while the other sleeps. I can't begin to tell you how much nicer it is to sleep lying down than in a sitting position. I have hauled an estates-worth of goods across country(4 trips worth), loaded to the suspension stops, and still got 26MPG. I cannot imagine why anyone would want any other conveyance.
There are only a couple of things I wish were changed:
1) a more convenient location for the front seat power socket AND more than power hole!
2) grab handles over the rear doors,
3) really DECENT coat hooks behind the rear seats.
This is not our first Honda, either. Our daughter inherited our '91 Accord(Dimples) with 383K on it. My husband bought a '01 Accord this summer(Surprise!). It already has 13K+ on it. Yes, I do have $$ in oil wells. I sold a Passport to get the Odyssey. I hated to see the Passport go, but Homer is much better.
On a Roll!
Harriet Marvin
Our van is a 2000 white EX.
Thanks
BTW, I am currently debating the Honda care warranty issue. Does that have to be purchased at the time of the vehicle purchase and is the price negotiable here in Canada?
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Modified mine by installing new set of Pioneers over the cheap OEM speakers. Just added a 6 disc chger over Christmas. Installed Michelin X-Ones 2 months ago, now this is what should've been mounted on the van! Affinity tire suck big time in snow and rain. My latest project is installing 2002 amber outer tailights, Why did Honda of all their vehicles ever made (well since I've been a Honda owner since '85), put RED turn signals on the '99-01 Odysseys?
Well enough said, I hope to have this van for the next 10+ yrs, I sold my 16 yr old Accord for this submarine.
Just had 15K service after 10 months of care-free driving. No problems, despite what I've heard about the power sliding doors. Absolutely the top in class. Easily handles a full-load of seven passengers, far better than my two previous mini-vans. And, I don't have any complaints about the gas mileage of 22-23 mpg, better than my RL's 18-20 mpg.
We bought our Odyssey LX two weeks ago, and today, the engine malfunction indicator and TCS indicator lights both went on. The TCS light eventually turned off but came on again after several minutes of driving. The engine malfunction light, however, stayed on and still has not shut off. Has anyone experienced similar problems within two weeks of purchase? We're having the car serviced but no longer feel confident with the quality of the van. Can anyone tell me what my recourses are? I'd like to exchange for another van but the dealer says they have a no-return policy. Please help!!
Thanks...
My name is Joe and I'm from CT. I just ordered my Ody, a Mesa Beige EX-L, from Schaller Honda in New Britain for MSRP. Visited many dealers and nobody would come in under MSRP. Really had to work to get a good trade in price. Will have to wait about three months, but I expect the wait will be worth it. This will be my first Honda or any foreign vehicle. By the way, to GGLENN1, what is zymoil? Love this site!!!
Looking forward to learning even more!
Warmly,
Lori in Milwaukee area
If you have some time, we would really appreciate Town Hall members writing a review of their current auto, or a favorite make/model. It takes approximately a week for your review to appear on that make/model.
If you have any questions, please let me know!
Thanks!
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We were looking at the Odyssey, Mazda MPV & Ford Windstar (we get employee purchase at both Ford & Mazda). I liked the MPV as well, but it is smaller and feels that way. DH was interested in long-term quality and resale value, so we went with the Oddy. This is our first experience with a manufacturer other than Ford.
The local dealer said that the Entertainment package supports VHS tapes, DVD's and PS2 (Sony's Play Station two.) My wife beleives that the PS2 can be brought into to the house and connected to our TV. I didn't hear anything about taking the PS2 out of the car. The Honda web site doesn't give details on the entertainment package, so I'm curious if anyone has this package and could provide more info.
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Lot of times dealer will give you temporary tags to transport van home. When you go to permanently register vehicle then you pay full sales tax in that state. However if purchasing state required tax, you may only have to pay difference in tax rates when you register it. Again, each has it's own rules.
Maybe someone who followed this route cana relate their experience.
I just purchased a white 2002 Odyssey EX from Tampa Honda Land. They had 3 red ones and one white one left. I took the white.
Since I am out of town on business I will not be able to pick it up until this weekend. The paperwork is coming to me by mail.
I did not take the extended coverage because I generally never take them with other purchases. I welcome comments by club members on whether or not I should reconsider.
IT is my intent to continue to participate in this club to share my experiences, and learn from others.
I have 2 questions the first for GGLENN. Is ZYMOIL a wax, and where would I look to buy it.
The second question I rtead but cannot now find. It is from a Club member said he installed a cd changer, and it was fairly easy. Was that the one that goes in the dash or the one that goes under the seat? Also what was the cost of the unit from Honda parts.
I'm Steve, and I am a car-oholic. Had a '97 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport (lease) which I traded-in at 38 months w/45k miles (a little used lease provision allows you to do this for fun & profit) on a 2000 Ford Windstar SE (lease). Sold the Ford to a friend at 24 months w/32k miles and bought a '02 Ody EX (GG cloth). At a few days shy of 1 year, this van looks like a long term keeper, but time will tell.
I also bought an '02 Subaru Outback Wagon 16 months ago, and am active over on the "Subaru Crew" board here at Edmunds.
Before owning/leasing the above, I had a string of Toyota wagons (Camry/Corolla). Have had econo hatchbacks, a sport coupe, wagons, vans, and even a Ford F-150. Bought my first new car in '79 (a Ford Fiesta), so I have been at this for a while....
I am an engineer, live in the Hudson Valley region of NY, and have done much of my own car repair over the years.
Steve
You dont replace your oil drain plug, just replace the oil drain plug washer is good enough.
Have fun!
bjk
I love the seats and the power outlets and overall the whole car. we were in a horrible accident two weeks ago, and the car is TOTALLED but we walked away without a scratch.
needless to say we are in the market for a new Ody, sad that the granite greens are gone, and am finding the dealers are willing to negotiate, but are basically rude when it comes to the Ody. they think that we as customers will pay ANY price BELOW MSRP and be happy. I think not.
I have 5 children, from carseats to teenagers and I must say that my car gets a work out daily!
Best of luck in replacing it. At least they are finally talking 'below MSRP' rather than equal or above as they could do for so long. I too was surprised that they would drop one of the most popular colors.
Steve