2013 and earlier-Honda Pilot Prices Paid and Buying Experience

nac03

I purchased a honda pilot from MP Honda and I must say I had no problems at all. I drove to Akron vs. having it delivered, but i could not find any problems with them from beginning to end. No paperwork mistakes, the car was properly prepared and clean, no problems. The salesman was excellent and well organized. Your situation may have just been the exception not the rule. I would still recommend that dealer as my experience was great and the price even better!

coachg

please list invoice prices on 05. cannot find anywhere just msrp. exl-exnav exdvd. thanks

Kirstie_H

I haven't purchased a Honda here, but I did shop for them, and found Huey's Honda to be reasonably friendly.

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anna

I researched a very large area before making a final decision. I sent quote requests to Stephen Vincel Honda, Ed Napleton Honda, St. Louis Honda, Huey's Honda, and Meyer Honda in O'Fallon, IL, plus several in the KC and Chicago areas. I even went to Huey's and had a very nice salesman. After doing my research, I found Carr's Honda in Chicago to be the best deal. I went back to Meyer (which is where I purchased my first Honda in 1996) and to the salesman at Huey's..gave them the quote I had received and they both basically laughed at me. So, my husband and I took the train (after getting a faxed confirmation of the quote)up to Chicago and we picked up our EX-L in June. We had an excellent experience. No problems to date and have given two other referrals who had great experiences as well. It was worth saving $2000. Plus, they will pick you up from the airport or train station. Can't ask for more than that. I think the STL dealers think consumers won't go other places and I will do it again next time...the internet sale is the way to go. Feel free to email me if you need any info but I certainly would look outside the STL area.

lee_w

Sounds like you did your homework! Goodluck with your new purchase!

binu

Could someone who has purchased from an Out-of-state dealer clarify:

What are the procedures for vehicle registration when you buy from a dealer who is located out of state ?

As the dealer executes the registration, do they register in 'your' state or do you have to re-register the vehicle in 'your' state?

Are there any laws/regulations against driving a vehicle out of state without registration plates?

Thanks

antiquablue

You will need to register the vehicle in your own state. Make sure you check out the registration requirements with the state you are registering in to see if any costs can be offset from the taxes paid in the state that you made the purchase in.

antiquablue

I am interested in purchasing a 2004 Pilot EXL in the Wilmington Delaware/ West Chester, PA. area and was wondering if anyone has recently purchased a similar model and what they purchased it for? Also what dealer would you recommend or stay away from?
Thanks for your help.

cccompson

I went through this experience in June when I bought a car in neighboring Kentucky.

The dealer intially balked at my insistence that they handle ALL of the paperwork to title the vehicle in Ohio. They claimed that they had always had the out of state customer do so. I took the position that the transaction was not complete until they took care of it.

I did take the relevant Ohio phone numbers with me to Kentucky so they could call and verify the Ohio process and any questions related to sales tax (since I was trading a car for which I was entitled to a credit).

They issued me a Kentucky temporary tag (good for 30 days) and I drove the car home.

As it turned out, they did do all the paperwork but it took longer than it should have (extending past the 30 days for which the temp plate was good). Fortunately, this wasn't really a problem for me as I had another vehicle to drive. I did call them to check on things and they were more than willing to send me a second 30 day tag at their cost.

I strongly suggest following this procedure on any out-of-state purchase (if available in your state) to minimize the potential for paperwork issues. As long as you have physical possession of the vehicle they have a powerful incentive to get the paperwork right.

echetham

Just ordered an 05 EX-L no nav no dvd from Mike Pruett Honda, $29.909 which was $500 over invoice. They should be able to tell you invoice on the other options. Just shoot them an email

jthan24

Yes, I drove it home...took about 7.5 hours. I only stopped twice....once for gas.

The experience was wonderful. I was picked up at the airport. Met the sales and finance person and was out the door in 75 minutes. They even packed me a cooler with lunch knowing I had the long drive.

Received the title yesterday, less than 2 weeks and have already registered in state. I didn't add any options for I didn't want to add more to the tax. And it's cheaper to buy from the web at wholesale and install yourself (saving on the labor).

Car is great and everybody (family and friends) like it.

hadleyfarm

jthan24;

Confirming that yours was a Black 2004 EXL-DVD for $28,600.00 out the door?

ltrrtl

Can you give more details on your deal with MP honda.. any fees, prep, other added cost etc.. are you having it delivered or picking it up? if delivered,how far away are you, and how much is that costing? thanks

simsan

We are looking to buy a Pilot ex-l. We live in northern NJ. Where are the best dealers deals? Please advice.
Thanks a mill.
-Simsan

simsan

Hi,
Looking to buy a pilot EX-L 2005 sage pearl, from NJ.
Please advice if there are any great dealers with best deals.
Thanks
r -simsan

echetham

$100 prep fee $25 dollar tag fee (30 day temporary) I'm picking up. Delivery fee quoted to me was $600.00 340 miles away to my door. But I can catch a flight for $95.00 and they pick up you at the airport. Plus I have family in Ohio I will visit. Even with the delivery fee it was a much better deal than what I could get the the Maryland/DC area.

hondaisnumber2

with chrome tube steps and air shield for $29,268 from Huey's Honda in St. Louis. More than $200 under invoice I think....Good guys over there. Nice to deal with. I pick it up tomorrow

civlman22

I just wanted to give an update on my MP buying experience. I received my Ohio title from them last week and went to the Virginia DMV to get plates. No problem at all. Just took it for a state inspection (required) and took all the paperwork in and paid sales tax (3% VA). Also, I just received my calendar with my picture of my new vehicle. Thanks again to MP Honda. I call MP first when I purchase my next Honda in a couple of years.

gasr3

Recently picked-up my 2004 Pilot EXL-DVD from South Shore Honda in Valley Stream. I read all the posts from other buyers to guide me in the process. After receiving a sky high quote from my local honda dealer I started my internet buying experience. Next, I got a great quote from MP in Ohio but they did not have the color I wanted. I used their price, plus shipping, to negotiate with all the Honda dealers in the NY-NJ-CT area. I sent out approximately 25 E-mails with my desired vehicle and what I wanted to pay, which was $200 above the MP quote when you figure the shipping. I had several dealers meet my price much to my surprise. I purchased the car from SS Honda with no haggling. They facilitated my experience every step of the way and would recommend them to the group.

(2004 Pilot EXL-DVD, Sandstone metallic, fog lights, gold emblem kit, lugagge crossbars, rear splash guards, running boards, all season floor mats, cargo tray, cargo net and wheel locks.....$31,000 plus tax and plates.)

crawfish

It looks like all greedy tri-state Honda dealers are willing to unload the 04' models. ;-)

ttuck

Just put deposit on 05 Pilot EX-L with DVD in black with saddle interior, picking up on Tuesday. AFter extensive shopping, best deal I got in the Philadelphia area was $1000 under MSRP, and I got a good deal on my trade. Took lots of work over several weeks to flush out this deal, most Phila. dealers including the big ones want to sell at or near MSRP. Many were real jerks with a bad attitude, and I'm surprised how many knew absolutely nothing about the 05's or the pricing - I knew far more than most of the sales people I dealt with. Of course, that's been my typical experience everytime I buy a car - I'm always stunned at how little the average salesperson knows about what they are selling. Anyway, I think I got a pretty ggod deal, and the salesperson I ended up dealing with was professional, reasonable, and knowledgeable. Turned out that the best deal was at a small dealership(JL Freed Lansdale, PA) a few miles from my home, the big dealerships just couldn't come close.

chicagocarbuyr

MP in Ohio had the best price $ 27611 inc dest. charge for an 04 EX-L but the colors were only black and silver. 05 EX-L quote was $ 29909 but I could not justify the extra standard features for the price increase. Their salesman was very pleasant, courteous, and helpful.

I submitted 8 internet quotes in Chicago.

The local dealership in St. Charles was the highest at $ 29286. The internet salesman even emailed me to go to the other dealership with the lower price I quoted him and buy it right away.

Lisle of Honda had the best deal at 27735 inc. dest. charge but they only had Black & Red.

Lisle's EX-L DVD price was at invoice + dest. charge (29609) but I could not justify $ 2005 more just for a DVD in the car.

Carrs in Chicago EX-L & EX-L DVD prices were at invoice + dest charge and had more color selection.

Bemis in Sycamore EX-L price was 28760.80.

So, I ended up buying an EX-L with the color I wanted and some options from Valley Honda in Naperville at a reasonable price this past Wed. I emailed an internet quote, and I replied with the price I wanted. I don't think anyone should tell any salesman what color you want because that color will somehow have added options already on the vehicles that they can't take off. After discounting a color that was supposedly on hold for another buyer, discounting another that had a chrome varnish, I ended up with the color I wanted but it had a 10-yr warranty on the exterior and interior (995) + a pinstripe (125). I wanted other options and made a discounted deal on the options. For $ 28468, I got the car including dest. charge, cargo mat, splashguards, wheel lock, all season floor mat, 10-yr environmental pkg, and pinstripe. I just had to pay $53.52 for doc, 6.5% sales tax, and new lic & title $ 143. I don't know if the 10-yr option is worth anything but I got the car with the color I wanted at a good price with relatively no stress or haggling. When I picked up the car and paid with their financing, they were courteous and fast. Buying options after you buy the car is cheaper to buy aftermarket through the web instead of the high markup the dealers will charge. Sorry for this long e-mail, but I gained a lot from this message board and I wanted to contribute something back. I was looking to buy a Pilot for more than a year and I think this time is the best time to buy for a good deal. Thanks!

ltrrtl

Was the quote from MP in Ohio of 29,909 incl. dest. charge? Did they tell you what colors of '05s they had in? thanks

echetham

I just picked up my 05 EXL from MP Honda. $29,909 includes dest Charge. Add 100 filing fee and 25 for temp tags if out of state. I don't think he had any 05 plain EX-Ls left in stock, but you can put a deposit down on the color you want. They can let you know whats comming in the next couple of weeks. They've started to roll in. I reserved my pilot two weeks before it came in.

jmurf

Had a long but good experience at victory honda in plymouth, michigan (detroit sub). $29,500 for a ex with leather and dvd. Made them throw in the protection package (mud guards, wheel locks, and rear cargo tray) as well as the cross bars for the luggage rack. This price inc the dest charge (490). Also recd 2.9 financing. Good deal, only other deal out their was 30k without the extras. They want the 04's off the lot by 9/30 and they had 20 to move. E-mail me if you want sales persons name. After visiting several dealers, he knew the most about the car.

chicagocarbuyr

Yes, the quote from MP in Ohio of 29,909 includes dest. charge. He told my that I could order any color I wanted but the car would not be available until sometime in October.

bioteacher

I just got off the phone with a very pleasant saleslady from MP honda. As many have posted, the price for a 2004 EX was only $26,202. They had great prices on the '05 models but there doesn't seem to be that many improvements to justify the additional $1700 in cost. My wife and I will fly up in October to pick up our new car. This is the first time I've been excited about a car purchase in YEARS...

I'll post back and let everyone know if they are avctually as nice as they sure appear to be

05pilot

I have learned a lot on this list..now its time for me to post. Based on info I learned here, I bought a 2005 Pilot EXL-DVD in sagebrush from MP Honda. I live in Boston and flew to Akron last night ($49 on AirTran). M (the internet salesman) picked me up, took me to my hotel, and picked me up again this morning first thing. I inspected the car and it was perfect...with just 3 miles on it. There was some new car scuffs and decals that the MP prep dept missed, but M cleaned them right up. I was in/out of the dealership in about an hour and on my way for 640 miles back home. The ride home went without a hitch..I listened to the DaVinci code most of the way.

I am very pleased, and would do it again, as I saved something like $2000 over what Boston dealers wanted (all wanted MSRP for 2005's) Funny thing....one Boston dealer called on my cell phone while I was signing papers at MP...he now wanted to match the MP price!.....Too Late!

One note of caution, check your insurance for the ride home. If you live in Ohio, your insurance co has to cover you for a minimum of five days on out of state purchases...MA does not have this rule, and will not generally cover out of state purchases unitl it has been registered in MA...I am not sure, but I may have just driven a new Pilot 640 miles w/out insurance...but like they say in New Hampshire..Live Free or Die! I do have 30-day Ohio temporary registratrion plates.

I paid $500 over MP Invoice. MP Invoice = Honda invoice + $520 destination charge. I paid $31,250 before accessories. I believe MSRP (w/ destination) for a Pilot EXL-DVD is $34,100

ven2606

05pilot
Can you tell me what price did you pay on the roda?

05pilot

RODA? Sorry ven2606, I don't understand the question.

srdjedit

Just to let others know about my buying experience in Los Angeles. We were looking for an 05 EX-L w/Nav. I called all over looking for 05's and alot of sales people said that they wern't shipping, or just not available. The way I finally found who had 05's was - go to Honda.com and search for local dealers, call around. I found 3 dealers w/models, one in hollywood that expected me to pay above msrp. Finally Kaiser in downtown LA didn't play games quoted me a price a couple of grand below msrp and was very knowledgable. Great Experience. We went down, they had our color, and bought today, having options added and will pick up tomorrow Oct. 1.

laroy76

Anybody notice in the Owner's Manual for 2005 it states that premium 91 octane or higher required? We did and "freaked out". Not to worry. Called Honda directly and they said it's a typo. Close call.

gewiz

Congratulations! That's a great story on an '05 pilot!

I too live in the Boston Area and have been tempted to look into a MP purchase in Ohio.

Could you post the dealer in the Boston area who was willing to match the MP price?

Thanks a lot!!

05pilot

It was Boch Honda on Rte 1 in Norwood. I gave them two opportunities to match the MP price over two weeks. The finally agreed over the phone on 9/29 (eg month-end quota time) as I was closing on the car I bought in Ohio..I suggest you walk in there and tell them you're going to buy an '05 Pilot in Ohio at 500 over invoice...If they don't budge off MSRP, walk back in on October 30.

05pilot

I just bought an '05 Pilot from MP Honda in Akron (see my previous post).

I would also suggest bringing certified funds if you are not financing through them..MP will take a personal check, but they'll wait 10 days for the check to clear before they send you the title for registration in your state. If you have certified funds, they'll send it right away.

ven2606

pilot05

Sorry,

How much did you pay on the road(Including taxes, tags and everything).

05pilot

To the $31,250 I already mentioned, add:
$125 document and misc fees from MP
$1060 in accessories (side steps, rubber mats, cargo tray, ski attachment, cross bars)

MP Honda ncluded at no add'l charge a 30 day registration tags and a free tank of gas.

I have paid no sales tax, but will (5%)when I register the car in MA.

ltrrtl

I also noticed this today when i test drove an 05...I called Honda and the person told me to follow the owner's manual and put premium gas in!!!!!! So did the dealer.....
Could honda allow a typo to get into there pilot manual? I hope if enough people call, they will resolve this issue. I don't want to have to buy premium gas with prices only going up!

gewiz

Thank you very much. Did you happen to try Bernadi Honda in Natick/Framingham?

onnastick

ltrrtl, I am looking at picking up an 04 or 05 Pilot very shortly, and I was curious about this, too. I haven't looked at the manual yet, but I checked Honda's website, and it clearly states regular unleaded for the 05:

http://www.hondacars.com/models/specifications_full_specs.asp?Mod- elName=Pilot&Category=3

05pilot

Re: Bernardi Honda

Yes I did try them. I generally like that dealership (for service, etc.), but they were not interested in coming close to the MP Honda price

echetham

Laroy76, did you talk to Honda or the dealer. I ask a local dealer and he said it was probably a mistake an that 87 was ok. I called Honda directly and they told me that 91 octane was the right number and that the dealer should check his tech files (whatever that is)

rational

I am interested in your 05 pilot purchase approach for I am in Boston as well. Please elaborate.

egp

Edmunds says tire monitoring system and auto headlights are on the 2005. Honda website says same thing about headlights. Can someone tell me where I can find them on my 2005 I had delivered last night.
Fine enough vehicle (my wife wanted it), but for $34k - no memory seats, no power passenger seat, no auto dimming rearview mirror, sorry warranty, 7" DVD screen when everything else is going to 9", etc. And that's all that I found in the 12 hours I've owned it.
If we didn't need the third seat and demand mechanical excellence, we would get another RX.

Advice - drive everything out there unless you can get them to sell you this for around 27k.

habitat1

Sounds like you should have gone for an MDX, if all the items you mentioned are important.

We are trying to decide between the Pilot, MDX, GX470 and XC90. While the amenities you mentioned are desireable, we recognize that if we want a 3rd row seat and mechanical reliability, the Pilot is about the least expensive way of achieving it. A 2004 GX470 with all of the goodies for about $44.5k-$46k is tempting, but I do think the Pilot at $12-14k less is a solid choice.

d105k

Did you get a quote from MP to have the Pilot shipped to Boston? Thanks

05pilot

Yes, I think they quoted an extra $550 or so to ship it in their own covered trailer (which you can see on their web site)..Given the poor experience some other list member had in having an MP Pilot shipped AND the fact I could fly to Akron for $49 I decided I would go, inspect, and pay for the car in person..I don't mind driving distances. Some of my buddies say "what's your time worth"? Well, a 10-hour drive home to save $2000 is $200/hour...its even more if I drive faster!

rational

I like the 05 Pilot EX price from Berlin City. How do I contact him and let thme know you refered me?

wayne9269

hey there all. i was wondering what would be a decent price on a new 04 honda pilot ex. i live in wisconsin. thanks for all of your help.

alg

Looking to buy in NY/nj area. Anybody with any great dealer stories/NAMES and PRICING that you can share with me would be greatly appreciated. Why did you buy a Pilot anyway?? NEVER BOUGHT AN SUV IN THE PAST.

Thanks