2008 Honda Odyssey Consumer Discussions

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2008 Odyssey EX-L DFW Area

  Written by: chode96 on Sep 14, 2008 10:37:02 AM

  We pulled the trigger yesterday. After 2 months of compiling quotes, and re-compiling new quotes after the incentives went up we made the following deal. 24,950 + TT&L We were out the door for 26,700. We were not utilizing the special financing. This car did include the Pro-Packs and other dealer adds. The Dealer asked that we not advertise this deal, as they lost money on the deal (probably a lie). ... Read More

• Re: What's the best time to buy a 2008 Odyssey? [smariner]

  Written by: coachkos33 on Sep 14, 2008 4:19:02 AM

  We've been waiting for months and just purchased last night for an Odyssey EXL for $26,452 OTD. I've been tracking this for months, but we only wanted a black one. We saved $1800 over an OTD quote in July and probably $1000 from an August quote when financing was better. I would go on autotrader.com and just keep tracking inventory of Odysseys in your area. Dealers with more on their lot, ... Read More

• Just Purchased Odyssey from Hendrick Honda in Woodbridge, VA

  Written by: coachkos33 on Sep 14, 2008 4:10:54 AM

  Just bought an Odyssey EXL from Hendrick last night (Sept. 13, 2008)! I've been getting quotes on-line for months from dealers in Maryland and Northern, VA. We were quoted $26,452 OTD in an e-mail. I was dealing with several other Honda dealers in Northern Virginia. Landmark of Alexandria called me non-stop and seemed to be high pressure. On the same day we received the Hendrick quote, Landmark quoted me 28,125 OTD ... Read More

• Update from the Seattle area (WA State)

  Written by: smariner on Sep 13, 2008 11:14:37 PM

  For the 2008 Odysseys, I got a quote of $3000 under invoice from Bellevue Honda (on the phone); $3500 under invoice from Kirkland Honda – both the quotes were over the phone; so, I’m not sure if that was a gimmick to get me in. Anyone got better deals in the Seattle area? Ideally, I'm looking at getting the LX or EX for $4000 less than the internet-invoice price.

Honda Odyssey vibration

• Re: 2011 Honda Odyssey Vibration in ECO [tdadamchik]

  Written by: surfsalterpath on Feb 1, 2012 7:50:13 PM

  ...do it! https://www.facebook.com/groups/224748094257241/ https://www.facebook.com/DontSettlewithHonda http://www.dontsettlewithhonda.org/ I drive a 2008 accord and so far knock on wood have been ok with it. But nothing pisses me off more than a dealership passing the buck on problems w/ the cars they sell. Nothing! Good luck!

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Sienna or Odyssey [brianmcgann]

  Written by: spankspank on Sep 10, 2008 9:25:14 PM

  Any thoughts as to who is offering a better deal, Toyota or Honda on an '08 at this point? Also, we have a baby due in November so I'd like to get the car by then, but if I can save substantially on an '08 by waiting until December I would do that. Any thoughts on if it makes sense to wait another couple of months to get a better deal? ... Read More

• Re: Honda Odyssey - EX-L with RES [vwpassat2001]

  Written by: phatlipboardz on Sep 8, 2008 4:10:17 PM

  In regards to the 150 miles, you might be able to swing a few free oil changes or something along those lines. I am looking more along the lease option with the Ody, so the mileage wouldn't be too concerning in that arena, however if I were purchasing it I would try and push it a little. If you want to try and deal with Frontier Honda in Longmont (don't know ... Read More

• Honda Odyssey - EX-L with RES

  Written by: vwpassat2001 on Sep 8, 2008 12:56:39 PM

  I just wanted to get the expert opinions on a new EX-L with RES. I am in Colorado and the best price I got for EX-L with RES is = 28,000 + tax as of 6-Sep-08. The model was received by the dealership in 2008 May and has around 140 miles on it. I was thinking the model might be a little old and has a lot miles on it. Probably ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Towing/Trailer Hitch Questions

• Re: 2008 Honda Odyssey Hitch [tom200]

  Written by: aanda on Jul 17, 2009 3:13:08 PM

  Like you, I have been looking for a hitch but all seem to hang below the bumper except for the OEM. I found this link in another forum that shows pictures of the OEM installation on a 05 Odyssey. http://dcimbackup.com/ody/hitch/ Hope this helps.

• Re: 2008 Honda Odyssey Hitch [4my2boys]

  Written by: tom200 on Jul 12, 2009 10:25:14 AM

  Would appreciate some recommendations for a 2008 odyssey hitch. Mostly for bike carrier. I'm online now looking at dozens of different brands. The Honda version $240 pre shipping and requires bumper removal. Is it worth it? Aftermarket brands go from $116to $175 including shipping and seem straight forward to DIY install. I want it to look good as well. Thanks, :)

• Re: 2008 Honda Odyssey Hitch [4my2boys]

  Written by: iromero77 on Jun 28, 2009 4:10:32 AM

  Hi, Here is a great website where I just purchased a hitch for my 2004 Odyssey. It is a very easy installation, no drilling or welding required. I purchased it for a bike rack as well. http://www.suspensionconnection.com/cgi-bin/suscon/112H.html?mv_pc=yahoo_odyssey- _hitches

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 exl with dvd+nav [sundaram]

  Written by: gji on Sep 8, 2008 6:01:58 AM

  According to the new incentives - mplshondadlr, "Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience" #20301, 3 Sep 2008 10:13 am#20300 The OTD without the 2.9% financing should be 2500 less than "with" financing.. And costco-capitalone offers an attractive APR (I got 4.67%) which easily overrides the 2.9% deal(assuming you have a good credit score.. but you need that for the 2.9% financing too) ------------ Sundaram neeyum Sundaran yaanum senthirum naal thiruOnam. ... Read More

• 2008 EX in Harrisburg, PA 24.5k OTD

  Written by: audiblesigh2 on Sep 6, 2008 11:16:42 AM

  Just picked up a 2008 Slate Green Odyssey EX in Harrisburg, PA. Here were my numbers: MSRP: 29,630.00 Discount: 6566.46 Sale Price: 23,063.54 Tax (6%): 1383.81 Tags/Other Fees*: 52.65 Total OTD: 24,500.00 *I transferred an existing registration; other fees were $5 tire tax and 14.15 online registration fee. I did get a quote for 22,500 (before tax/tags), 24003.95 OTD from a dealer in Bloomsburg, but I had already committed to buying ... Read More

• 2008 EX-L Quote - Northern VA / DC Metro

  Written by: su_hyd on Sep 6, 2008 11:10:37 AM

  Internet quote received from Hendrick Honda of Woolbridge (Deal valid until SEP 03, Labor Day) Sale Price - $25,360 Coupon - (-$250) Freight - $670 Processing - $399 VA Tax - $816.79 (3.12%) VA Tags - $59.50 Total - $27,055.29 OTD Price I have shared the information posted in this forum i.e. dealer cash back being increased from $2500 to $3500 on 2008 Odyssey's starting SEP 04 2008 and here is ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Odyssey EX in SF bay area [na_tra]

  Written by: bigdadi118 on Sep 6, 2008 5:05:41 AM

  na tra - I am not buying just comparing the MSRP and how much off into invoice, then invocie to less the Honda to dealer's cash rebate and dealer's holdback. It is for the poster that I replied to his question.

• Re: 2008 Odyssey EX in SF bay area [gluck51]

  Written by: amyscar on Sep 5, 2008 3:47:02 PM

  Honda is currently kicking back $3500 to the dealers this month to get rid of the '08s. So your price is reflecting that. (Then I think they get another 2-3% also from Honda.) So 26299-3500= $22799 then if they are desperate they can kick you back their other 2-3%.

• Re: Looking for 2008 Odyssey Touring in Red - DFW [flytexas]

  Written by: nobodyyouknow on Sep 3, 2008 3:19:38 AM

  We're also facing the the '08 v 09 decision b/c we want the liftgate. But we decided against the '09 b/c the price is likely to be several thousand more expensive, even though on a sticker price basis, it's only 800 more. But for '09, there won't be the kinds of incentives we are seeing now for some time, if at all. Honda is cutting back Ody production for '09 and ... Read More

• Re: Looking for 2008 Odyssey Touring in Red - DFW [cccompson]

  Written by: flytexas on Sep 2, 2008 9:05:23 PM

  Yes, you're right... I meant the Dark Cherry Pearl... Every car seems to have a new name for red. :) In any case, it turns out the red isn't an option for the touring model in 08, just 09. I drove home a 08 EX-L NAV RES tonight in Dark Cherry Pearl to have my wife drive tomorrow, if she really wants the power liftgate, we'll have to wait for the ... Read More

Honda Odyssey 2010 EX...WORST VEHICLE IN 35 YEARS!

• Re: Honda Odyssey 2010 EX...WORST VEHICLE IN 35 YEARS! [blackexv6]

  Written by: waltchan on Jan 5, 2012 2:23:19 AM

  Undersized brake rotors and undersized transmissions do count in quality control, design, and reliability. Engineers that work for Honda of America while designing the Accord and Odyssey were NOT intelligent enough to realize that larger vehicles will need larger components, and the problems exist quickly and spooked all the once, loyal Honda customers. The Honda Japanese engineers in Japan would caught this problem faster than what the Honda American engineers could ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Looking for 2008 Odyssey Touring in Red - DFW [flytexas]

  Written by: cccompson on Sep 2, 2008 12:28:52 PM

  You won't find a red '08 because Honda doesn't offer that color. The closest is Dark Cherry Pearl which to my eye has a fair amount of brown in it. There are two '08 blues - one light (Ocean Mist) and one dark (Baltic).

• Looking for 2008 Odyssey Touring in Red - DFW

  Written by: flytexas on Sep 1, 2008 10:11:38 PM

  I'm new here, always bought my cars by just walking into a place, this is my first time to use the Internet to try this... Looking at a few dealer websites, I see a lot of Touring models in White and Silver, I haven't found one in Red yet. (I figure they must, since the 2009 model on Honda's web site is a Touring Red) My wife currently drives a 2002 ... Read More

2012 Wind noise driver side defect? test drove 3 vans

• 2012 Touring Elite-Wind Noise

  Written by: rbmarsee10 on Dec 13, 2011 12:12:09 PM

  My husband and I purchased a 2012 Touring Elite in October 2011. (Traded in our 2008 Odyssey). We had an issue with the wind noise in our 2008 and found a tsb regarding the issue. We brought it to the attention of our local Honda dealer and they corrected the problem immediately by placing a "foam strip" on the internal components of the door. Now that we have our 2012, we ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vibration

• 2008 Honda Odyssey shuddering

  Written by: payur on Dec 12, 2011 10:50:45 AM

  I started seeing the symptoms and the issues discussed by folks here in this group on our 2008 Odyssey EXL. Initially I was getting the judder at 40-45 mph when accelerating, once a week and now it is happening at least once a day. This is the first complaint I have seen so far, I have around 30K miles on the van. This has been there for 2 months now Please ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L in Oakland, CA

  Written by: slomves on Aug 31, 2008 7:14:05 PM

  I just picked up one that had 4 miles on it for $30.5K OTD (8.25% sales and .9% 36 month financing).

• Re: 2008 - Honda Odyssey EX-L With RES & NAV (Texas) [ffwu]

  Written by: sababu on Aug 31, 2008 9:37:19 AM

  approx. $31,000

• Re: 2008 - Honda Odyssey EX-L With RES & NAV (Texas) [sababu]

  Written by: ffwu on Aug 31, 2008 9:05:54 AM

  Thanks for the info. I am wondering what's the OTD price if without 7 Year/100,000 Bumper to Bumper extended warranty with $0 deductible. GAP Coverage. Honda 0.9% apr

• Re: 2008 - Honda Odyssey EX-L With RES & NAV (Texas) [ffwu]

  Written by: sababu on Aug 31, 2008 8:16:38 AM

  Gillman, Schertz, TX

• Re: 2008 - Honda Odyssey EX-L With RES

  Written by: rockstar7 on Aug 30, 2008 10:03:45 PM

  I am getting this deal for 2008 Odyssey EX-L with RES near Dallas, TX: MSRP: $33,810 Invoice: $30,612 Destination fee: $670 OTD: $30,800 (Invoice minus $2500 + dest fee +TTL) Includes: Tint, splash guards, pin-stripe, cargo tray My Questions: 1. Is this a good deal? 2. Is it true that if i get $2500 off from invoice(which i am getting) then i am not qualified for AHFC special finance of 2.9% ... Read More

• Re: 2008 - Honda Odyssey EX-L With RES & NAV (Texas) [sababu]

  Written by: ffwu on Aug 30, 2008 9:21:59 PM

  sounds like a very good deal, which dealer?

• 2008 Odyssey EX-L RES in North Virginia

  Written by: mamee on Aug 30, 2008 8:15:21 PM

  Very happy. Just bought a new van for $30,000 otd with 2.9% financing from Honda. Its $29,000 otd if pay cash or your own financing from Landmark Honda. Excellent service. Other 2 dealerships were matching the price, but this is closest. Herson's in MD countered offer with $28,800 otd, but got the reply late after I made the purchase. Mamee :)

• 2008 - Honda Odyssey EX-L With RES & NAV (Texas)

  Written by: sababu on Aug 30, 2008 8:09:25 PM

  Thank you all for your inputs. This forum is so helpful. Here is what I paid in Texas. I really appreciate your comments. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - - --------------------- Trim : 2008 HONDA ODYSSEY EX-L with RES & NAV. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - - --------------------- OTD : $33,133 (Includes.. 7 Year/100,000 Bumper to Bumper extended warranty with $0 deductible. GAP Coverage. Honda 0.9% apr ) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - - ---------------------

• EX-L in Northern NJ

  Written by: mgav on Aug 30, 2008 6:18:45 PM

  Just closed on a brand new (7 miles total) 2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L (no RES or NAV; not a demo model and never damaged or otherwise repaired) that was on the lot. Joyce Honda - salesman whose one-syllable first name starts with Z and last name starts with T is a straight-shooter and we enjoyed working with him. MSRP $32,210.00 Invoice $29,166.00 Plus Destination/ Delivery Fee $670.00 = $29,836.00 Less Honda ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Odyssey EX-L RES & NAV (DFW area) [nayak]

  Written by: nayak on Aug 30, 2008 6:54:01 AM

  I realized that the numbers in my earlier post were not competitive at all. So I reviewed this thread for the numbers that others were getting and decided that the number to look for EX-L Res and Nav was about 30K + TTL. Sent out emails from Edmunds and Honda websites - stated exact color combination required. Got an immediate phone reply from a dealer. I stated that I was looking ... Read More

• Odyssey EX-L in Los Angeles

  Written by: sbad on Aug 29, 2008 8:31:00 AM

  Purchased 28 Aug 2008: Honda Odyssey EX-L with Pro Package (Mud Guards, Locking Nuts, Trunk Tray) $26,592 - Car $2198.38 - Taxes $55 - Doc Prep $263.75 - Licence/Title/CA Tire Fee/Smog Impact Fee ---------------------------------------------- $29,109.13 - Total - Paid Cash The dealer in-house paperwork displayed that they had lost $893 on the deal. I'm not sure how that gets calculated with all the sales tactics. My research: $29,166 - Base invoice ... Read More

• Re: EX-L in Austin [spark8]

  Written by: cpmacinnes on Aug 28, 2008 9:48:40 AM

  Sorry, don't know about Houston. The prices I found in Austin for a 2008 Odyssey EX-L were: Howdy Honda: $27,336 (OTD $29,279) First Texas Honda: $27,600 Cleo Bay Honda (Killeen): $27,600 Gilman Honda (San Antonio): $27,390 Round Rock Honda: $27,000 (OTD $28,915)

• Re: Houston Area Group buyers: 2008 Honda Odyssey [pravp]

  Written by: spark8 on Aug 28, 2008 7:26:25 AM

  Hi, I am planning to buy an EX-L. Did you already buy it? I am interested and am in the Houston area. My e-mail is paresan at gmail dot com. Thanks, Sandeep

• Re: 2008 Odyssey EX-L RES + NAV [atk08]

  Written by: kurman on Aug 27, 2008 9:01:48 PM

  Hello There, I am in the market for a Ex-L RES and got a quote from Stokes Honda North in North Charleston, SC; Stokes Honda North Maggie Mathewes Below is your price quote from Stokes Honda North. 2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L w/ Rear Entertainment: Internet Price: 28,761 Tax: $300 Tags: $59 Doc Fee: $299.50 Total Price: $29,419.50 * All of our new vehicles include a Free Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. If you ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Odyssey EX-L RES + NAV [sundaram]

  Written by: atk08 on Aug 26, 2008 2:16:01 PM

  Just came back from Honda dealership, best price OTD I got was 30686 (extra $1,000 off if no H/ finance) plus NC Tax, $398 dealer documentation fee, $74 for a new tag. Total of $32,078.58 Is anybody getting a better deal in the area or VA / SC. Any comments would be helpful, if I should pull the trigger and buy the car.

• Re: Forming group in Central New Jersey for 08 Odyssey for discounts. [keckny]

  Written by: swaminra on Aug 26, 2008 12:27:22 PM

  Hi I am also in the market for buying 2008 Odyssey EX-L with DVD and Nav this weekend(before Sep 2). I got some quotes from Open Road Honda ( out of the door $32,595 ) and base price of $29,372. Are there any other dealships u know which are better priced that this ?

• 2008 Odyssey EX-L RES

  Written by: rsmann123 on Aug 26, 2008 6:59:49 AM

  We got a Silver EX-L with RES from local Cincinnati Honda East dealer. I intend to keep the van for quite some time, so got the Honda care warranty also, which seemed like worth the money to me. And got the special Honda 0.9% finance rate also. Vehicle Price: $28,178 (incl destination charge) Honda care 8 yr/100,000 miles warranty - $1150 Tax: $1906 (OH 6.5%) Dealer Proc: $250 Title fee - ... Read More

• Houston Area Group buyers: 2008 Honda Odyssey

  Written by: pravp on Aug 25, 2008 9:12:41 AM

  I'm planning to buy 2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L , sometime this week, Are there any group or person looking to buy the same so that we can get better price as a group. Thanks

• Looking to buy 2008 Odyssey EX-L w/Res this week

  Written by: kurman on Aug 24, 2008 11:32:37 PM

  This is my 1st post and I am in the market to buy a 2008 Odyssey EX-L w/Res this week in Savannah, GA. Wanting to know if anyone out there bought one in this area and what best price they got. I am looking to add options Running boards (retail $611)+wood trim(Retail $219)+ Fog Lights(retail $311). Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, teaming up may make sense if someone else ... Read More

• Best Quote Ever

  Written by: akaushik on Aug 24, 2008 2:33:47 PM

  The best Out Of door price for Honda Odyssey 2008 EX-L with RES is $31,007.88. Has anyone in Bay Area or Elsewhere gotten below that for this Model.

• Re: Honda Odyssey Rated Not Reliable [gene00]

  Written by: dreyfus1 on Nov 2, 2011 7:50:40 PM

  The new year models are usually rated excellent. The 2011 Odyssey gets fair on two points namely Body Hardware and Power Equipment and good on three points Electrical, Squeaks/rattles and Audio. 2007 and 2008 are also not as good as one would hope. My take on it is that the Odyssey is still a good minivan I particularly like the 2005-2010 generation for its routine and emergency handling. If the reviews ... Read More

• 2008 Honda Odyssey Ex-L RES - willing to join group.

  Written by: sababu on Aug 23, 2008 9:20:21 AM

  Hello, I live in San Antonio, TX and ready to buy 2008 Honda Odyssey Ex-L RES. I looking forward to join any group to get best price. Please contact me @ welcome757575 at gmail dot com Thank you.

• Re: Reality check for quote for EXL-RES [artispee]

  Written by: crvguy1 on Aug 21, 2008 9:57:13 PM

  Hi there, Any one want to team up to buy a 2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L in Columbus,Ohio.

• Bay Area Touring W/Out Pax Prices

  Written by: xier on Aug 21, 2008 1:10:11 PM

  Well I recetly went through the RFQ process for a Honda Odyssey Touring no Pax and thought I'd share the #'s that I received in case anyone in the Bay is looking to buy (PM me and I can send you the actual email/quote dealer etc...). I ended up buying a 08 Sequoia Platinum but that's for a different forum. I found that there are not very many Touring models in ... Read More

• 2008 honda odyssey ex

  Written by: jmd164 on Aug 18, 2008 3:23:59 PM

  just bought a honda odyssey ex here in northeast pa for $23400. i thought that was a good deal.i;m now looking to add a RES, whats the best option.

• Re: Quote on a 2008 EX [exbuyer]

  Written by: shannonchia on Aug 20, 2008 11:14:46 AM

  I'm going tonight to sign papers for a Honda Odyssey EX w/RES for 26,289. After tax and title/license it will be 28,851. What do you think about that is it a good deal or should I try to talk them down a little. The RES is going to be put in the headrest. Let me know what everyone thinks.

Honda Odyssey Oil Consumption Problem

• TSB 11-033 Issued to Help Address Engine Oil Consumption

  Written by: ee4life on Sep 28, 2011 10:59:49 AM

  Honda issued TSB 11-033 "Engine Oil Consumption; MIL May Be On With DTC P3400 and/or P3497" to help address the engine oil consumption issue. The issue is related to the VCM function repeatedly switching on/off under specific driving conditions. A PCM software update is available. Odysseys Affected: 2008–10 Odyssey EX-L, Touring – ALL 2011 Odyssey – From VIN 5FNRL5H..BB000001 thru 5FNRL5H..BB062427 http://techinfo.honda.com/Rjanisis/pubs/SB/A11-033.PDF

• Odyssey oil consumption

  Written by: 08hondaody on Sep 17, 2010 11:56:40 AM

  Thanks for general5's suggestion on calling Honda North America 800-999-1009. I called today and spoke to a Rep. She wrote down the info. I have a 2008 Odyssey, which consumes 1 quart of oil every 1000 miles. It's been in Honda service center 4 times since March 2010. I have a question for general5. Did the case manager from Honda NA call you back? What's the solution for the issue? For ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Lease Questions

• Don't just turn in your lease!

  Written by: eppy1999 on Sep 7, 2011 9:46:59 AM

  I highly recommend trying to make money on your expiring lease. I just traded in my 2008 Odyssey LX lease and was able to make an additional $2300 over the buyout. Because the dealer doesn't have to pay tax that's extra money in your pocket. It's certainly possible that my purchasing another vehicle aided my ability to deal this car, but it's certainly better than just turning it in. One other ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Ody EXL RES

  Written by: imariquinn on Aug 15, 2008 5:27:30 AM

  I am unsure of what my target price should be? After listening to the podcast, this sounds like a good time of year for dealers to take losses on 2008 to get more 2009 as they are turning & earning right now. If they sell 20 2008 models, they get 20 09 models now. I have 5 honda dealers in my area, should I go with the one who sells the ... Read More

• Re: [jgz]

  Written by: elmerfudd3000 on Aug 14, 2008 1:41:16 AM

  I personally dealt with the dealers by email almost exclusively. We have a newborn and I did not want salesmen calling all the time. Almost all seemed to honor the email only preference on the dealer quote request on the Honda website. I would stay patient and keep negeotiating. In terms of waiting, I don't know. If you are not particular about color it might help. I don't know enough about ... Read More

• Re: Help with best price in Northwest [odesseyman]

  Written by: nwodyssey on Aug 13, 2008 9:01:10 AM

  Don't prices generally drop on last year's (in this case, 2008) inventory in September as the new models come out on the market. Isn't this expected for the Honda Odyssey EX-L? Right now, I am working with several dealers. However, I was thinking of waiting. Please advise.

• Re: Honda Odyssey-Prices Paid VI [KarenS]

  Written by: wmso on Aug 29, 2011 10:57:34 AM

  We went to a dealership in Huntersville NC and had our 2008 Highlander which is in great condition, low mileage etc. They said the best they can do after trade is $34K on the Odyssey with entertainment system, (cool box) and roof racks. I feel like, especially looking at what people here have paid, they did not even give us a trade in. Did anyone else have a trade in? What ... Read More

• Excellent Experience with EX-L RES & Nav in SC

  Written by: stefaned on Aug 11, 2008 8:28:49 PM

  After e-mailing and negotiating with several dealerships in upstate SC and Atlanta area I purchased a 2008 EX-L with RES and Nav today from Hendrick Honda in Easely, SC. I could not be happier with the salesperson, overall deal and professionalism of my experience. I simply told the salesperson via the phone where I wanted to be and he said he could do it. This was before he even saw my ... Read More

• 2008 EX-L Odyssey Price Check in Michigan

  Written by: boilerman1 on Aug 11, 2008 12:15:59 PM

  What is the best OTD price anyone has paid for in or around Michigan for a '08 Honda Odyssey? I'm getting numbers all over the board but still over $30,000. anyone??

• End of the Odyssey odyssey

  Written by: elmerfudd3000 on Aug 9, 2008 2:01:09 AM

  We picked up our 2008 EX-L with RES DVD today. $28,709.31 OTD minus TTL $574.18 AL state tax (2%) $16.50 title $107.66 county tax (0.375%) $29,407.66 OTD As I mentioned above I used the donkeypunch method. I emailed 15 dealers with quote requests, worked them a little bit, then decided to shortcut the process, and sent an email to the 6 or so lowest quotes that the first dealer to my ... Read More

• Re: Just picked up 2011 Odyssey Touring Elite [rwheiler]

  Written by: marvsv on Aug 24, 2011 4:09:39 PM

  Hi! How much is your monthly payment for that price? is 575 monthly for the touring elite, a good price already? We are going to trade in our 2008 honda crv with 24000 miles on it for $17,000 and we are going to pay down paymetn of $2,500. So basically, when I was negotiating, I told the manager that I want to have a $575 as my monthly payment.. They are ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: Buying first minivan and need advice [momneedsavan]

  Written by: sebring95 on Aug 17, 2011 10:50:15 AM

  $20k is pretty tough to get into a reasonable mileage Honda/Toyota IMHO. We sold our '05 Odyssey with 100k miles back in Feb for $16k. Stupid money in my book...but I'm not complaining. You can get into a decent fairly new Chrysler for that coin though. We have had Caravans in the family over the years and most were very reliable. However my parents now have a 2007 that has been ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Steering Problems

• Re: 2005 Odyssey Steering Problems [amacatula]

  Written by: johnnydugood on Aug 16, 2011 1:21:15 AM

  Actually had my 2008 EX-L serviced yesterday for the same issue - for the axle popping - they replaced the right one - it is a known defect which is corrected in the replacement part - they changed the metal alloy. Even though I'm covered w/Honda Care - I was told it is orginally covered for 5yrs/60,000 from the in-service date whatever comes first - they also said to come back ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vibration

• Re: Honda Odyssey Vibration [mastertech4]

  Written by: joesp8 on Aug 15, 2011 1:06:26 AM

  2008 honda EXL....had the same problem when I accelerate at 50-60mph then disappears...the whole van vibrates. Brought it to Honda Friendly in Poughkeepsie NY and they suggest to do wheel alignment and change all 4 tires. I did that and I still have the problem. I will bring it back and have them check the torque converter. Hopefully this solves the problem. Thank God I signed up for 100k mile warranty... ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Oil Consumption Problem

• Re: Odyssey just died due to NO OIL at 17,000 miles! [joe359]

  Written by: dendro on Aug 8, 2011 8:19:28 PM

  I had a 2008 Odyssey and I had no oil in my engine at 22,000. Mind you I change my oil every 3 to 4,000 miles. My oil life control (if you can call it that) said I had 50% oil life left. I guess that doesn't mean what it says. No one did anything to fix the problem. I went through my dealer who basically had their hands tied by ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Steering Problems

• Re: 2005 Odyssey Steering Problems [sugarlandtx]

  Written by: amacatula on Aug 8, 2011 1:07:07 PM

  we have 2008 odyssey EXL same issue steering good thing I cought mine during warranty. They replaced my steering box. Now my other problem is axle it is popping once in while, I was complaining about it but they didnt diagnose the problem then, because there certain position and speed that would pop the sound. I have to drive the car with honda mechanics to diagnosed it, then they admit there ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Odyssey buying experience in Houston area [derrickson]

  Written by: liveandletlive on Aug 5, 2008 7:43:18 AM

  Be careful with Gilllman Honda in Houston. I got a detailed drive out price quote for an 2008 EX-L w/RES by e-mail. Set appointment. Got there, told them was ready to buy and re-confirmed price. After selecting vehicle, when was ready to sign, surprise! they made a mistake and "price offered was for an 2007 Odyssey". I'm not interested in harming anybody and rarely post messages but just wanted other people ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Odyssey EX and EX-L in MA [snaxvan]

  Written by: multiplyby2 on Aug 5, 2008 5:40:21 AM

  Sorry for the late answer. Prime Honda and Boch both offered that price.

Honda Odyssey vibration

• Honda Odyssey Excessive Vibration with ECO ( The Solution)

  Written by: biap2006 on Aug 4, 2011 6:45:42 AM

  http://accuratecars.com/blog/2008/11/26/excessive-engine-vibration-with-eco-on-t- he-honda-odyssey-ex-l-and-honda-odyssey-touring/ Excessive Engine Vibration with ECO on the Honda Odyssey EX-L and Honda Odyssey Touring When American Honda introduced the current body style of the Honda Odyssey in 2005, the van had some new refinements. For the first time, many of the Honda vans included a factory sunroof, back-up cameras, and sensors in the front and rear bumpers, that notified the driver if the van was too close to a ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• The Odyssey odyssey has begun

  Written by: elmerfudd3000 on Aug 4, 2008 11:42:12 PM

  Looking at a cash purchase of a 2008 Odyssey EX-L with DVD Ent. System here in Alabama. I have read the great posts here for guidance. Listened to the Econtalk podcast referenced by several and have used the donkeypunch contact template to start the process. I contacted 15 dealers Honda listed as a result of a zipcode dealer search, plus contacted the Costco auto buying program. The problem with the Costco ... Read More

• Re: Best value model year for a honda odyssey [kyfdx]

  Written by: bohlig on Aug 3, 2008 8:47:09 AM

  Thanks, that is very helpful. Do you think buying a 2008 now will be a better deal than buying a 2009 later this year? I expect they might be giving incentives to move old inventory, but of course having a later model year should be worth more depreciation wise... Thanks!

• Re: Best value model year for a honda odyssey [bohlig]

  Written by: kyfdx on Aug 2, 2008 5:50:27 AM

  Used Hondas usually aren't very good buys... High resale will do that to a car.. Getting a new 2008 model, with the big incentives, is the probably the most cost effective over the long-term... You'll get full use of the standard 3yr, and the 5yr powertrain warranties.. New Odysseys are cheaper now than they were in 2001.... Just my $0.02

• Best value model year for a honda odyssey

  Written by: bohlig on Aug 1, 2008 9:45:12 PM

  I'm interested in the Odyssey but am neutral regarding the model year. I want the entertainment system, but could either wait for a 2009, buy a 2008 or buy a used 2007. I would expect that a used, low mileage, 2007 would be the best value. That being said the used market seems very choppy. By best value I mean lowest overall cost of ownership over five years or so. Any ... Read More

• Re: Honda Odyssey EX-L RES and or Nav Northeast [markrr]

  Written by: snaxvan on Jul 29, 2008 7:18:39 PM

  Same North East market here, but much higher prices for me. I'm interested in the 2008 EX-L, but haven't gotten below $29,000. What dealer(s) are you visiting? Thanks.

• Re: 2008 Touring with nav and res no PAX [mplshondadlr]

  Written by: bigdadi118 on Jul 28, 2008 1:26:45 PM

  Not really, the fine print didn't say any restriction except your trade has to be deternmined on condition - In May I leased 08 Pilot VP 4WD with Honda's special lease and got 120% of 07 Odyssey LX buy out .... In the beginning the floor manager wanted MSRP, but I complained to the GM, Howe at downtown, HC has 4 Honda dealerships in MA.

Honda Odyssey Transmission Problems

• Re: 2000 HONDA ODYSSEY EX [luckwithhondas]

  Written by: autowrite on Jun 28, 2011 7:10:47 PM

  If you look at customers' reports [reliability dots] on Cconsumer Reports 2003-2006 and 2008-2010 had best reliability in transmissions for the Odyssey. 2007 is bad news. You need to read more on Edmunds.com & OdyClub on what members have to say. I trust Consumer Reports more than any other magazine because they purchase vehicles where the dealers do not know that they are Consumer Report people.

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 Touring with nav and res no PAX [mss1144]

  Written by: mplshondadlr on Jul 28, 2008 12:22:08 PM

  Lemme see if I understand this: You're buying a brand-new Honda Odyssey Touring R&N for $33635.00 which is $7010.00 UNDER MSRP and $3700.00 UNDER invoice, correct? With such huge discounts on brand-new Odysseys, what do you think would happen to the value of your current Odyssey? Given that people are buying a brand new one for over $7000.00 OFF MSRP? Better yet, would you buy a 2006 Honda Odyssey Touring with ... Read More

• Re: 2007 Honda Odyssey - EX-L [rasu57]

  Written by: bigdadi118 on Jul 27, 2008 9:27:00 PM

  Promotion til end of July ... the Aug month promotion should be up online by 8/6 or 7 New 2008 EXL MSRP of $32,880 Save Over $7,888 off MSRP Stock#: 51134, 51343, 52196, 52733, 53541, 53688 Buy For $24,988 OR Lease for only $248 * Best have No Trade-in or they give your trade a much lower price than Kelley's to make up profit. * Floor manager will probably double-dip on ... Read More

• Honda Odyssey EX-L RES and or Nav Northeast

  Written by: markrr on Jul 27, 2008 7:54:19 AM

  Hi All, I am impressed with all the information posted here. In the market in the NorthEast for a 2008 Honda EX-L with RES and or NAV. Best prices I have gotten so far without pushing the envelope at EX-L $26,481 EX-L RES $27,895 EX-L NAV a & RES $29,662 These all seem very good. I also wanted to ask aobut those 'extra' fees dealers have. Title and Tax I have ... Read More

• Re: Honda Odyssey EX-L from Hendricks Honda in Woodbridge, VA [rxm2]

  Written by: michaeljh on Jul 27, 2008 5:59:07 AM

  This is what it was: Price for 2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L $25,501 (Includes Destination and extras like mud flaps, pinstriping, and wheel locks) $399 Dealer Prep $25,900 Total $150 Registration (I had to get a new plate) That was it. Just fill out one of the quick quote forms from their site. They're open on Sunday. They will respond quickly. If they don't respond, then just call and ask for Internet ... Read More

• Re: Honda Odyssey EX-L from Hendricks Honda in Woodbridge, VA [michaeljh]

  Written by: rxm2 on Jul 26, 2008 11:51:46 PM

  Hi michaeljh - I have been planning to go buy from the same dealership. Can you please give a breakdown of the price (i.e all discounts). Also if you can provide the name of the salesperson/manager. Additionally, any idea on how many 2008 EX-Ls does this dealership have? Regards rxm2

• Honda Odyssey EX-L from Hendricks Honda in Woodbridge, VA

  Written by: michaeljh on Jul 26, 2008 9:50:29 PM

  I bought a 2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L on Saturday, July 26 from Hendricks Honda in Woodbridge, VA. The price I paid was $25,900, which included the destination and dealer prep. They include pinstriping, wheel locks, and mud guards with their vehicles. I was quite pleased with the deal. The price I was quoted was the price I was given when I arrived. The whole transaction took less than two hours. Everyone ... Read More

• Honda Odyssey EXL with Nav&DVD

  Written by: ffwu on Jul 20, 2008 8:17:55 PM

  I'm looking to purchase a 2008 Honda Odyssey EXL with Nav&DVD. Can the buyers in the Austin and Houston area share your purchasing experiences and prices?

Honda Extended Warranties Pricing and Info

• Re: Extended Warranty for my 2008 Honda Odyssey [coolpete]

  Written by: dwynne on Jun 7, 2011 6:47:18 PM

  I just got HC for my 2008 S2000 and for me Hyannis was the cheapest by a bit. It is all real Honda care from a real Honda dealer, so just be sure they are not going to add tax onto your price (most will not, unless you live in same state as their dealership) and the plans are the same and go with the cheapest price. I have purchased HC ... Read More

• Re: Extended Warranty for my 2008 Honda Odyssey [captain747]

  Written by: jet10000 on Jun 7, 2011 7:39:20 AM

  We just bought a 2006 Odyssey with 93k miles from a private party. I was wondering if I was able to purchase an extended warranty from a honda dealer. Honda Care is not available if the vehicle has more than 36k miles or been in service longer than 3 years.

• Re: Extended Warranty for my 2008 Honda Odyssey [jet10000]

  Written by: coolpete on Jun 7, 2011 6:25:51 AM

  Got it. Thanks captain747 for your response. I guess then it all comes down to just price if all other things are equal. I am still waiting for a quote from Bernardi but I do have quotes from the other 3 now. Thanks a lot.

• Re: Extended Warranty for my 2008 Honda Odyssey [jet10000]

  Written by: captain747 on Jun 6, 2011 6:29:01 PM

  We just bought a 2006 Odyssey with 93k miles from a private party. I was wondering if I was able to purchase an extended warranty from a honda dealer. I went to a couple of Hondas websites but i don't see anything there. Any help? Thankyou, :)

• Re: Extended Warranty for my 2008 Honda Odyssey [coolpete]

  Written by: jet10000 on Jun 6, 2011 2:30:24 PM

  If I buy before June 30th, and lets say I buy 4 years 84K warranty, that means I will get 4 more years from the purchase date and/or 84K miles, whichever comes first? Yes. That is correct. Also, are all of these warranties the same? I mean does it really matter where I end up purchasing from? Do I get the same coverage? Yes. Whomever you buy it from, you still ... Read More

• Extended Warranty for my 2008 Honda Odyssey

  Written by: coolpete on Jun 6, 2011 12:57:43 PM

  Guys, My factory warranty is about to expire on June 30th and I want to buy an extended warranty. So couple of questions - 1) If I buy before June 30th, and lets say I buy 4 years 84K warranty, that means I will get 4 more years from the purchase date and/or 84K miles, whichever comes first? 2) I have read last 5-6 pages of this thread and came up ... Read More

Honda Odyssey Oil Consumption Problem

• Re: 2008 Honda Odyssey Excessive Oil Comsumptions [dinog]

  Written by: myodyeatsoil on Jun 6, 2011 12:00:19 PM

  Honda handled the situation in a way that infuriorated me , I'll never buy another Honda ever again. I was the first case of my brand new exl burning oil . Honda would not return my calls , district rep or American Honda. A Toyota is now in our driveway.

• Re: 2008 Honda Odyssey Excessive Oil Comsumptions [08odysseyms]

  Written by: dinog on Jun 6, 2011 10:22:52 AM

  My 2009 Odyssey EX-L has the same problem. Did you get resolution? What do you recommend for me? Do the 2011 Odyssey's (with the new "new plateau honing technique for the cylinder bores""low-tension piston ring design" and molybdenum--coated piston skirts) have the same problem? Thanks! Dino Graziano graz4@earthlink.net

Honda Odyssey Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Help with best price in Northwest

  Written by: satya589 on Jul 21, 2008 11:46:35 PM

  I am looking into a 2008 Honda Odyssey 2008 EXL .I dont need rear entertainment or navigation etc. I am looking for the best deals in Northwest(seattle ,portland ,spokane ,tacoma ). I am willing to drive to these places to get the best deal. If anyone made a recent purchase in these areas please help me. Whats the best deal with Honda finacing and what the best price I could get ... Read More

• How much to offer for a 2008 EX-L with the $1500 promotion?

  Written by: danmohiuddin on Jul 16, 2008 3:40:03 AM

  Hi Fellow Honda Odyssey Shoppers: I am ready to start making some offers for a 2008 EX-L, dark cherry on beige leather. We are going to be taking advantage of the $1500 cash back & special finance rates. Since I plan to do all "negotiating" online via a Request for Quote, I understand the breakdown as this...$29,836 is dealer cost for the EX-L, when you subtract the $1500 for the promotion, ... Read More

• 2008 Odyssey EX-L RES

  Written by: renmtpdb on Jul 15, 2008 7:28:45 PM

  On July 7th. I took delivery of a 2008 EX-L RES. I negotiated the price over the net before entering the dealership. I'm pretty happy with the deal. The price below was obtained from Brilliance Honda in Crystal Lake, IL. $33,810 MSRP $635 Destination $184 Mud flaps $129 Wheel locks $34,758 Total $28,432 Net In addition there was a $150 documentation fee and $105 title and registration fee. Tax was an ... Read More

• 2008 EX-L with RES/NAV

  Written by: marydove on Jul 14, 2008 1:09:04 PM

  After getting a ton of great information from this site, I wanted to pass on our buying experience. In St. Louis, MO we paid $32K inlcluding destination for EX-L with RES/NAV. This was by far the best price we could get and we negotiated for quite some time for this. We slightly preferred a Toyota XLE (with no nav) but the dealer would not come down from $35,500 ($33,500 after $2000 ... Read More

• EX-L RES including tag,Freight, Doc Fee $28,700

  Written by: dd99 on Jul 12, 2008 8:39:09 PM

  I bought a 2008 Honda Odyssey with 8 miles on.. It was not considered Brand new but was Honda Certified Used and had been titled by Honda USA. The trick is to find one of these. It took me a while and to find a dealer that will sell you one at good price and not at a premium as it has the extended warranty included ($1500), not that the warranty ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Odyssey EX [bikezzz]

  Written by: shamrocks on Jul 6, 2008 5:01:10 PM

  Dealers are pretty tricky. One says one thing and another something else. Do no take the first offer you receive. Be careful of additional fees such as prep and high doc fees of $400.00 We went to many dealers in ny and nj. DCH honda in old bridge were way overpriced as were freehold. Open road is hit or miss. We found a nice salesman there but the manager was not ... Read More

• weekend incentives

  Written by: derrickson on Jul 3, 2008 2:38:29 PM

  Just received this email below from a local (Houston) dealer... looks like the better incentives have begun! ;) Buy any new Honda from John Eagle Honda and declare your independence from the gas pump – with 250 gallons of gas, ON US! Do the math, a 36mpg 2008 Honda Civic plus 250 gallons = 9,000 miles. That’s almost a year of gas! 0% financing is available on 2008 Pilots, Elements, Ridgelines, ... Read More

• Odyssey Sales Down for June...

  Written by: benf on Jul 2, 2008 2:38:26 PM

  To all of you (including me) waiting to hear on the July incentives before giving the "buy" order, Honda just announced their sales figures for June. For June, Odyssey sales were off 8.6% from June of last year: 15,516 units in '07 versus 12,602 for '08. YTD Odyssey sales are off 9.1% from 80,338 in '07 to 72,589 in '08. (All percentages reflect the daily selling rate as calculated with 24 ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Odyssey EX [coolpete]

  Written by: shamrocks on Jul 1, 2008 1:03:09 PM

  Sounds like a really good deal. We have been looking in the nj , nj, pa area for a few months now. The lowest "quote"we received is 23,810 + dest. We showed them ads for boch honda in MA for 21,988 and all dealers tell us they cannot do that. It is a loss for them. So we are struggling as well. Could you share your info with me. I have ... Read More

• Re: 08 Honda Odyssey, Ourisman Honda and Volkswagen in Laurel, Maryland [rohitk]

  Written by: ratss on Jun 30, 2008 9:24:20 PM

  If you haven't bought already, check out Hendrick in Woodbridge. Worth the trip. I just bought mine there 2008 EXL W RES. Very happy. Also spoke to Ourisman...SLEEZY. Would never deal with them.