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Re: queenv1
I'd love to see the pictures. I was thinking of side molding myself but would prefer to see it first.Thanks
Honda 2011 Odessey spefications says it is available.
All leading car websites inform this model exists.
In NC state, most of the dealers says it is not available.
Is anyone know this model available in Virginia or Georgia?
May be in any other State
LINK: http://www.realcartips.com/news/0336-hidden-rebates.shtml
2010 Honda Odyssey, Ridgeline, Civic Hybrid - $1500 :shades:
Pic of 2011 EX
No trade.
MSRP $44,030 incl destination.
Sales price $40,530, including destination
I added roof rails, and the heavy duty mats so I am sure they made some money there. But my deal only needed minimal negotiation, and was much better than what I was seeing three weeks ago when I closed the deal (Only $1000 - $1500 off MSRP offers at that time.) The total OTD was about $44K including taxes, etc.
Financed through the dealer (not Honda fin) at 2.49 for 60 mos.
I am extremely pleased, and from reading other posts looks like there is a bit of competition locally as Rahal is offering great deals as well.
THANKS
This quote from dealer NC
North Carolina 2011 Honda Odyssey Touring
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price: $41,353
Your Discounted Internet Price: $38,796
NC Sales Tax: $1,163.88
NC Tag: $70.50
Documentation: $389
TOTAL: $40,419.38
I need go up there get Touring Elite
Thank you
We picked up our 2011 EX-L today. It is a lease. No NAV or RES. MSRP was $35,230. Lease price/ sell price was $30,693.07. I also saw a post somewhere on here which listed lowest nationwide Odyssey 2011 prices for the different trim levels- best was $31,000 for EX-L. We leased at Weymouth Honda, Weymouth, MA. Not sure where you're located, but give them a call- they do ship nation wide. Deal with the Internet sales team- they were great. I also hated this process and shopped several dealers- they were very straight forward and gave best price up front. Did not continue shopping after that. Start with an internet inquiry first off their web site. Hope this helps and good luck. If you plan to lease, I'll post my deal in the Lease Discussion area soon.
Thanks for the info., I live in Los Angeles California. I've checked the internet inquiry called a few dealers, they prefer I come in to go over the numbers.
Of course they do. They can't pressure you into a purchase over the internet. I'd cast a wider net to find some dealers who will respond with pricing via email.
Honda issued a TSB service bulletin to perform a computer update on the transmission software. However, this does not fix the problem. The problem is defective torque converters which cost $1,000 to replace.
Please do your homework before spending $30-40k+ on this vehicle. We have an '06 that had several major mechanical problems including collapsed engine mounts, exhaust droning defect, and now the transmission shuddering.
My '06 started shuddering around 60k after the warranty expired. So, if I want a new torque converter it's on me for $1,000.
People buy Honda for reliability. Our experience has not been very good with this van. With the economy in the tank we were hoping to run this car for at least another 2-3 years.
I don't have the time to run around looking for a dealership to admit the problem. Two Honda dealers in my area were not willing to help us out.
There IS a known torque converter issue on the '05-'10 models. It does NOT affect every vehicle, or even a large percentage of vehicles. But it is showing up a fair amount of the time. I had the issue, too. My local dealer was more than willing to work with me on it and spent a lot of time with me driving the vehicle and taking notes. At the end of the day, I couldn't get mine to replicate so they updated the software. The first software update didn't do much. They let me know a few months later there was a new round of software updates and they installed in my car. I haven't had a problem ever since--and I still have the original torque converter.
They also noted that this issue is considered powertrain, so its under that (longer) warranty, and that because I had documented the issue prior to the warranty expiring, Honda would give that consideration if the problem arose again post-powertrain warranty. That's about all I can ask for.
We have absolutely no idea if there will be a problem like that with the 2011. The mechanics of both the engine and the transmission are not exactly the same, though the basics are. I do wish all 2011 had's gotten the 6-speed--I think that's lame on Honda's part, especially because technical features like that are rarely decision makers for buyers (maybe some of us that hang out on edmunds, but likely not your average minivan buyer)--so it isn't like having a 6-speed is going to be enough to push somebody at an Elite that didn't already want one.
In my brief drive in a 2011, I noticed a significant difference in the standstill "launch"--it was much smoother overall--shifts were barely noticeable. This was on an EX-L with a 5-speed. The whole level of refinement was impressive, from the ride quality to the interior materials.
There are no "tests," per se. What you will notice is some issues up-or downshifting...in our vehicle, it was most notable going down a hill--there would be some rough down shifts and the van would shudder.
There's absolutely nothing that they're going to do "proactive" about it. Just be aware of it, and if you ever experience anything like that, you'll have an idea what it could be. The 2011 will have all the latest software upgrades and that would be the only thing that could be done proactively anyway.
I agree on the screen in the EX. I don't want an Odyssey with nav either. But--in the EX-L, even without NAV, its totally different. The screen looks awesome--you can put wallpaper there, and it displays a full range of trip computer data. Its a colorful VGA display.
http://www.thecarconnection.com/marty-blog/1050819_five-vehicles-in-high-demand
Steel on the minivan and alloy on my Accord. Need room form 8 tires in my garage, but that is a small price to pay. The alloy were only about $25 apiece more than the steel - partly because you don't need $40 worth of wheel covers.
Also when you mail order the tires with the wheels they throw in mounting and balancing, so you don't even have to pay for the initial mounting.
I am concerned because the 2011 Honda Pilot failed to get 5 stars in the NHTSA safety tests.
I plan to wait and see if the 2011Ody passes the IIHS and NHTSA tests with top honors.
After the Pilot debacle, my motto is: trust but verify!
You might want to note that the new 2011 Sienna has already been tested and got 4 stars as well--not 5. The 2010 and prior Odyssey of course will never be tested under the new NHTSA guidelines, but its a virtual lock that it would not have gotten 5 stars, either. Sooo...while I understand waiting, if it gets, say, 4 stars...what are going you to buy?
NHTSA says this: Explanation of 1990–2010 tests compared to 2011-newer tests
Starting with 2011 models, NHTSA introduced tougher tests and rigorous new 5-Star Safety Ratings that provide more information about safety feature performance and crash avoidance technologies. Because of the more stringent tests, ratings for 2011 and newer vehicles should not be compared to ratings for 1990-2010 models.
I disagree that "very few vehicles will get 5 star ratings".
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata got a 5 star rating. In fact, even the 2011 Honda Accord managed to get an overall 5 star rating.
If the 2011 Odyssey does not get a 5 star rating, hold on to your wallet.
You may then want to wait for the all new Nissan Quest coming out in January.
Early reports indicate that this minivan is comparable, if not superior, to the Odyssey.