2013 and earlier Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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  • felix_carfelix_car Member Posts: 16
    22,050 OTD (with 3% state tax). is it a good deal? thanks.
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    To sum it up (and I'm sure I'll be corrected if in error):

    Do a mass emailing seeking quotes, pit dealer against dealer, and don't set foot in a store until you've made your best deal.
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    Yep, that's a good price.
  • gkchestertongkchesterton Member Posts: 3
    cccompson,

    Thanks. I found where DonkeyPunch re-posted his method at #17261, and offers more advice at #17334.

    Hey anybody, are there any cash incentives on the '08 Odys? Is the $2500 dealer cash back only for '07s? Does the $2500 dealer cash back expire at the end of November? Does the deal have to be completely done before the cash back expires in order to get it, or is it enough to be in the process of negotiating and you still get it even if the cash back offer expires before the deal is completed?

    GKC
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    None on '08s and the $2500 manufacturer incentive on '07s is scheduled to end 11/30. Typically, a vehicle must be delivered to the customer to qualify.
  • gujaratigujarati Member Posts: 10
    Is it possible for you to send persons name and phone # on bvimal at gmail.com
  • richiehrichieh Member Posts: 17
    Just thought I would post todays experience:

    Dealer had 4 silver 07's (T-RN) in stock, agreed upon price and interest rate 32.6K & 4.9%............pretty good deal...............

    Only to get................yep, you guessed it................low ball trade-in..............they didn't know I had a trade in till just before I got there.............I'm not even sure about Carmax at this point.

    One other thing................has anyone mentioned that the interior of the ODY is kind of plasticy..................didn't get a great feeling about it............

    any thoughts or advice is greatly appreciate!!!!!
  • frankr3frankr3 Member Posts: 9
    Yes, I have noticed that the interior is plasticy; even posted it here in an earlier message. Especially the Silver with grey; I'm not crazy about the color combo. I'm getting $29.4K with 5.99% financing - for 07 exl with res and nav.
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    You've got the MDX, right? I can tell you (because I just shopped hard for a month for a used SUV for my son) that the SUV market is pretty slow right now.

    What do you mean "low-balled?" If you're relying on KBB or edmunds for numbers, be cautioned that they don't always bear much relation to reality, especially right now on SUVs. Best thing to do is get numbers from several stores. If everybody's the same, that's what it's worth on trade - period.

    As you probably know, Ohio offers a tax credit on trades.

    And, yes, the interior is most definitely "plasticy." On the lower trim levels that would be ok but on the Touring, well, it just seems cheap.
  • stormsong1stormsong1 Member Posts: 1
    That price is what I am looking for. By the way, where are you?
    can you itemize this price? Thanks!

    Another question for all is why I can not found 2007 odyssey in Honda website by Donkeypunch method. Anybody can show me?
  • daryeydaryey Member Posts: 4
    Thanks just need to know certain info when you say capitalize what price should i enter?? once i know this i will use the calculator and get Honda special lease rate? then where do i go to get the car from?

    what is the best price i could expect to buy the price for? even a range would be helpful

    so
  • nnsuchnnsuch Member Posts: 5
    For financing try penfed.org. 5.29% for up to 72 months, I think. It's a credit union and you do have to join to get a loan, but it's easy, even if you aren't in the services. I found out about it from the other odyssey forums.
  • nnsuchnnsuch Member Posts: 5
    Yes, you can only request a quote for the 2008s through honda.com. What you do is fill out the quote request form and write in the Note Section that you want a quote on a 2007 Odyssey, not 2008. Most dealers will email you back with their 07 prices, but there will be a couple who don't actually read your note and will send you 08 quotes. Just reply back asking them for what you want.
  • richiehrichieh Member Posts: 17
    cccompson,

    You're exactly right, never dawned on me how slow the big gas guzzling SUV market is with gas prices headed even higher.

    I'm probably going to go to Carmax, just to see how they appraise vehicles, if nothing else, it'll be good experience. Getting another number put on my trade-in at a different dealership should confirm the numbers on way or another.

    Good advice.............THANKS!

    Back to the "plasticy" thing, is the tan interior any better? The gray leather on the Touring and plastic, did give off that high quality feel, IMHO.
  • mfletou1mfletou1 Member Posts: 508
    One of the main reasons we bought the black is to get the ivory interior. I think it does look better---the grey interior is just VERY grey...its kind dark and can be a little drab. Tan brightens it up and gives it a nice two tone look.

    Of course, I don't think the Ody interior is "plasticky" anyway---but I wonder if that is because I am comparing it to other minivans. If you think the Ody is bad, check out the new Dodge van, the Hyundai and even the Sienna for comparison. I think you'll find that the Honda is actually the least "plasticky" of all these--even the Toyota which has a really dated audio head unit and seems to use a lower grade plastic than the Honda on the dash material.

    It all depends on what you're used to seeing.

    CarMax is easily your best bet...they gave me $1500 more than a dealer would for my trade last week. They have the ability to ship cars to where there is actually a market for them which is a big advantage.
  • gjones0316gjones0316 Member Posts: 6
    My wife and I really like the 2008 model vs. the 2007. We test drove both, and it seemed like the 2008 EXL drives smoother than the 2007 EXL because of the change in the variable cylinder management feature - ie, it now switches from 6 to 4 to 3 cylinders instead of just 6 to 3. Of course there are the other 2008 EXL features that we like: active head restraints, front passenger airbag sensor, rear view camera, auxiliary audio input, etc.

    My question is this: at what point do the dealers start negotiating prices on the 2008 models? The best quote I've seen is $500 off sticker price - all of the dealers I've talked to are pushing the 2007 models big time.

    Of course the $2500 cash incentive will not apply to 2008 Odys, but once the 2007 inventory is pretty much gone will that be the only price difference? If so then I am willing to wait and pick up the the 2008 EXL when the dealers will actually deal on these.
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    Well, the interior of my '05 Touring is gray and, yeah, it's rather boring. It is holding up pretty good though after almost 38K. Never liked the clash of the silver/gray trim pieces with the ivory interior.

    IIRC, the other thing here is that the MDX interior has a high grade feel to it and so the contrast for you has to be fairly striking.

    The other thing you might do is post the details of you MDX over on the Real World Trade-in Values thread and see what the experts there say. I know that in the past month here in Ohio there were several offered privately for what seemed like somewhat low numbers (but still way out of the price range that I was shopping).
  • richiehrichieh Member Posts: 17
    Ya..........I guess you're right, driving over in the MDX, then getting into the light gray interior of the ODY.................well............I guess I just expected a higher quality fit and finsh inside for a 35K plus vehicle, because the fit and finish of the exterior is very nice.

    Thanks for the advice on the MDX............I'll keep looking around and try to get a better handle on exactly the market value, $13,500 just seemed really low for a clean, one owner AWD SUV..........even at trade in value. I'll try the real world thread and see what they think.

    THANKS AGAIN!
  • mfletou1mfletou1 Member Posts: 508
    No, the $2500 won't be the only price difference.

    For one thing, Honda raised the price of the 2008 over $1000. Figure your best case scenario to be paying invoice for a 2008. I got my 2007 this week for $1000 under invoice and the incentive. So even without the $2500 cash incentive, there is $2000 right there.

    I'm not trying to argue one way or other, because it truly depends on your financial situation. For us, the Ody was pretty much unattainable for our budget, but now we were able to get into this $30k+ van for $25. We couldn't afford an 08.

    One other option would be to explore whether there's anything you can do aftermarket that would bring the 07 closer to 08. We've been looking at a few things like MP3 and Bluetooth integration. I understand the reasons why it may not be as good as factory, but for some people it could be an acceptable compromise.
  • stormsongstormsong Member Posts: 2
    Thanks! Man, I got it.
  • richiehrichieh Member Posts: 17
    How does $600 over dealer invoice sound on an 08 Touring - NAV, RES?
  • marcma3marcma3 Member Posts: 4
    Got several quotes from local dealers. The best one is

    08 EX $26636.00
    (This price includes the Destination & Handling Fee. Tax, title, license, document fee, and accessories are additional.)
    07 EX *$23651.00

    Don't know if the above price for 07 Ex is included the rebate or not. Should I go for it?
  • sundevilsundevil Member Posts: 28
    You may be able to do a little better on the 2007. I recently got a quote of $23291 from Brian Bemis Honda for the 07 EX.
  • jssrjssr Member Posts: 4
    I am about to purchase a 2008 Touring without PAX and am paying $36,500 which includes destination -- comments? Also, suggestions on how much the towing package should cost. I only need the receiver for a bike rake but am thinking about buying the whole trailer package, is that overkill? Should I just buy and install an aftermarket one like I have on my Solara...
  • richiehrichieh Member Posts: 17
    I've been negotiating on an 07 and 08 and got the 08 quote to 36,850 which includes destination, so at least we are in the same ball park.

    Did you notice the rims are a graphite gray and not an polished alloy finish?
    Not sure what to think about those rims yet.
  • marcma3marcma3 Member Posts: 4
    thank you Sundevil. It is very helpful. I will try to get more quotes.
  • ariane1ariane1 Member Posts: 15
    Hello,
    Just wanted to update. Got the check on the 21st, just before thanksgiving. Breathed a sigh of relief when I got the check. Just wanted to let every one know.
    Thanks for your replies and posts. They kept me going through the dark period.
    Thanks once more.
  • rmossrmoss Member Posts: 23
    Just sent requests to 31 dealers in the Bay area, will keep you guys posted on the offers. I had mentioned a target base price of 25K including dest. Thanks to all of you for your help, especially donkeypunch1.

    We had long debates between the Honda Odyssey, Pilot and Toyota Sienna and finally settled on the Odyssey because of price/value/convenience factors.
  • beebowbeebow Member Posts: 12
    We bought our 08' EX-L for right around invoice and destination so keep working on the dealers. It took a couple of weeks of negotiating, but was worth it to us. We did the edmunds pricing request from dealers and then started negotiations from there by email only. Most of the dealers told us that we would never be able to purchase for the price we did. We love the 08'.
  • gjones0316gjones0316 Member Posts: 6
    OK I see that Honda raised the sticker price on the EXL with RES/NAVI, which is what I'm hoping to get, about $900 from 2007 to 2008. Also the dealer cash is $2000 per Edmunds.com, not $2500.

    So theoretically I should be able to get the 2008 for about $2900 more than the current deals on the 2007 model, or right around invoice cost plus destination charge, as a couple of buyers on the board are now suggesting. Looks like I'll have to work a bit harder to get it though.
  • felix_carfelix_car Member Posts: 16
    That night they called and secured one for us it at no additional charge. --> so the car will be driven to the local dealer. Is any problem for the break-in in this case? I remember that the new car can not be on a highway for long time, because it need to break in gradually. In my case, it is about 120miles.

    BTW, my dealer also requires $200 for getting a car from other places (dealer trade), is it normal? I am in the NC.
  • vinnynyvinnyny Member Posts: 764
    The only good reason to buy the factory towing package is if you actually plan to haul heavy loads. You can buy an aftermarket hitch for about $150--you don't get the transmission cooler, but if you're only hauling a bike you don't need it. Should you buy aftermarket, haul something heavy and blow a tranny, Honda may not cover it under warranty.
  • mursilismursilis Member Posts: 20
    Anyone know if this $2500 incentive will carry over into December? We're coming up quickly on the end of the month.
  • mfletou1mfletou1 Member Posts: 508
    Edmunds is wrong. Its actually $2500. (Look back at previous posts in here, and a number of dealers confirmed that with me---including the one I purchased from).

    Also, you can do better than invoice on the 2007. I bought mine for $1000 under. For a 2008, the best you'll do is invoice, which, as you stated, is more to begin with.
  • infinitedreaminfinitedream Member Posts: 4
    To Finish the Story for any Seattle area peeps

    We settled on the color my wife wanted (Ocean Mist) with a local dealership (Kirkland). The base price was $26,453.00 which included destination and accessories already on the van, wheel locks, door edge and fender well 'guard'. The OTD was plus 9.2% tax, and ~$250 for license+title+doc fee.

    note: As we have kids, we were looking for non-ivory interior, so when I was asking about inventories, I asked them to exclude ivory interior

    Although I don't think I could classify any of the Seattle area dealers as completely upfront, the Seattle dealership was amongst the best and still had a couple Slate Greens left. Klein was there as well and also had some EXL's left (silver+black). I believe both Seattle and Klein also had about the best prices for Seattle-area accessories (the ones you perhaps wouldn't want to install yourself, see estore.honda.com ). Burian Honda may have been slightly better.

    I don't know if it's true but two Eastside dealers (Bellevue & Kirkland) told me they don't accept Capitol One financing due to the turn-around time it takes for Capitol One to actually get the $$ to the dealership (note: Bellevue and Kirkland have the same owner). I ended up taking 5.74% from Honda Financing, which was competitive (but did not beat) the Capitol One 5.65% I had (over 48 months, the difference was ~$60). I will likely pay it out much sooner, so I wasn't overly concerned about this, but wanted to mention it for others.

    My worst experience was with Bellevue and Sims Honda; ironically both Honda 'award' winners :p
    Bellevue was probably my own fault, as they had the color, and said they would match, but would not give the OTD quote (asked me to bring in the ones I had). Bellevue is the biggest Volume dealer in the area. Sims had an offer on the table, then retracted it... and that's putting it nicely. Thankfully that was all via email, and I never stepped foot in the dealership.

    My wife is happy, so thanks for the advice DonkeyPunch =)
  • liverpool1liverpool1 Member Posts: 10
    The best price so far for Beige 07 EX is $23,400 including 3 rows all season mats and splash guards. 23,400 includes the base and distination. Can I go for this offer?

    Thanks
  • lkrlkr Member Posts: 1
    Hi all,

    I got a quote from a dealer here in NC for a red odyssey Ex for OTD 25300. Is it an ok price or am i being ripped off ?. Since it is 07 , should i take the deal or can i ask for a lower price. But i see some people in the forum quoting 23.3. Iam i missing anything.

    Thanks for the reply.
  • vkuttyvkutty Member Posts: 25
    can you pls give me the dealershipe name i am looking for EXL
  • jmarrinjmarrin Member Posts: 5
    How's that sound?
    I surveyed 15 dealers today and have heard from 5.

    Is that a starting point or ending one, given that it's an 08?
    Thanks
  • rmossrmoss Member Posts: 23
    I got the below quote. What do you guys think? Options seem pricey to me and excessive of MSRP.

    2007 Odyssey EXL - $25,713.00
    Sales tax - $2125.86
    DMV - $239.75 (includes CA tire fee of $8.75)
    Documentation - $55.00

    Back-up sensors - $700.00
    Fog Lights - $420.00
    Cross Bars -$215.00
    All Season mats - $190.00 (first and second row)
    Splash guards - $120.00
    Auto Day/Night mirror w/ compass - $310.00
  • rmossrmoss Member Posts: 23
    The best quote I received is 29,893 (incl dest charge). Just posting for the benefit of those looking for an 08 model. This is in Bay area, CA from Honda of El Cerrito.
  • mfletou1mfletou1 Member Posts: 508
    Those are BS and pure profit for the dealer. I wouldn't pay more than $500 for the whole lot of them combined.

    Step one is to negotiate with them on the TOTAL price of the car, irrespective of the options. Make them give you a number that includes all that, and negotiate from there.

    My Ody had $499 worth of dealer add ons. I paid exactly zero for them.
  • bargainhuntebargainhunte Member Posts: 1
    How can we propose in the room of what papers are we going to sign. Can we ask them nicely to please show all paper work? Or how do we let them know we are paying cash/loan check before getting to the dealership so that they won't force us to fill out a Credit Application Form, saying that Capital One requires the dealership to send this when processing our check or stating that the form needs to be signed in order to buy the vehicle from the dealership?

    Any advice is helpful.

    Thanks
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    Compare those prices with those on the websites for H and A Accessories or College Hills Honda. Don't forget to calculate installation or evaluate as DIY.
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    And the vehicle would have cost exactly the same without them?

    You're only kidding yourself.
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    Just tell them - period. You control this, not them.
  • siggie1siggie1 Member Posts: 56
    36,850 is the invoice price. The holdback on the 2008 Touring is $1166 so there might still be some negotiating room, especially if the dealer is going to tack on a dealer (or "documentation") fee on top of that.

    I too am ambivalent about the rims. However, if you want a Touring and all of its features, then the only way to get different rims would be to get PAX, and to me that would be unacceptable.
  • mursilismursilis Member Posts: 20
    Doing a search via cars.com of the new car inventory in my area, it shows at least 5 2006s (mostly Tourings) still in stock at various dealers! Why would they still be holding on to those? Any additional incentives from Honda on 2006 leftovers? Seems like dealers would be trying harder to move those.
  • mfletou1mfletou1 Member Posts: 508
    Yes, I think it would have. I paid $3500 under invoice--25294. My $500 worth of dealer accessories cost the dealer maybe $150. It was an easy throw in. If you had taken all the accessories off my car, I don't think it would affected the price one bit. When I negotiated the price, I didn't even know it had any accessories. When I looked at the vehicle, it was presented as "oh, these are on here, don't pay attention to their price."
  • felix_carfelix_car Member Posts: 16
    do MSRP, Invoice, TMV prices on edmunds include TTL?

    Is TMV alread reduce by incentive/rebate?

    The total TMV for LX is $22,692. The most reasonable explanation is that TMV is the OTD price, in this case.

    thanks.
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