CR-V General question

Discussion in 'CR-V' started by jamie, May 1, 2007.

  1. jamie

    jamie Guest

    Hello

    I'm looking to buy a used CR-V. A 2001 model.

    Are there any years of CR-V's that are worse for repairs than an
    other year(s)?

    And how about Civics or Accords? Any year better than others
    in your opinion.

    Thank you so very much
     
    jamie, May 1, 2007
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  2. jamie

    motsco_ Guest

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    '99 to '01 CR-V has higher horsepower. All engines in that series need
    their valves adjusted more often than the owner's manual says (the North
    American Manual). Great vehicles otherwise. Check Consumer reports, etc.

    'Curly'
     
    motsco_, May 1, 2007
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  3. jamie

    motsco_ Guest

    -------------------------------------

    '99 to '01 CR-V has higher horsepower. All engines in that series need
    their valves adjusted more often than the owner's manual says (the North
    American Manual). Great vehicles otherwise. Check Consumer reports, etc.

    'Curly'
     
    motsco_, May 1, 2007
    #3
  4. jamie

    pheonix1t Guest

    hi,
    I'm looking to sell our CRV, it's 2001. Has honda 100,000 warranty
    until fall of 2008. Has about 78k miles. Excellent shape. Please
    email me if you're interested. I'm in Houston, TX. pheonix1t AT
    gmail DOT com.

    Thanks,

    Oskar
     
    pheonix1t, May 1, 2007
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  5. jamie

    pheonix1t Guest

    hi,
    I'm looking to sell our CRV, it's 2001. Has honda 100,000 warranty
    until fall of 2008. Has about 78k miles. Excellent shape. Please
    email me if you're interested. I'm in Houston, TX. pheonix1t AT
    gmail DOT com.

    Thanks,

    Oskar
     
    pheonix1t, May 1, 2007
    #5
  6. jamie

    jamie Guest

    Thank you Curly,
    I do appreciate the information! :)
     
    jamie, May 1, 2007
    #6
  7. jamie

    jamie Guest

    Thank you Curly,
    I do appreciate the information! :)
     
    jamie, May 1, 2007
    #7
  8. jamie

    Larry Guest

    I just traded in a 2001 CR-V LX 4WD for an 05 Pilot EX. It had 72,000 miles
    on it that never had any mechanical failure whatsoever. This is the only
    car I really felt bad about giving up. Good luck on your search for one.
     
    Larry, May 1, 2007
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  9. jamie

    Larry Guest

    I just traded in a 2001 CR-V LX 4WD for an 05 Pilot EX. It had 72,000 miles
    on it that never had any mechanical failure whatsoever. This is the only
    car I really felt bad about giving up. Good luck on your search for one.
     
    Larry, May 1, 2007
    #9
  10. jamie

    jamie Guest


    Thank you.
     
    jamie, May 1, 2007
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  11. jamie

    jamie Guest


    Thank you.
     
    jamie, May 1, 2007
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  12. jamie

    Wayne Brown Guest

    After driving a 1992 Accord for 9 years, virtually trouble free, we got a
    2001 Accord. So far, we have had to replace the engine and the front end.
    Less than 90000 km on it.
     
    Wayne Brown, May 2, 2007
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  13. jamie

    Wayne Brown Guest

    After driving a 1992 Accord for 9 years, virtually trouble free, we got a
    2001 Accord. So far, we have had to replace the engine and the front end.
    Less than 90000 km on it.
     
    Wayne Brown, May 2, 2007
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  14. jamie

    jamie Guest

    Got one today. I'm happy.

    Thanks!
     
    jamie, May 3, 2007
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  15. jamie

    jamie Guest

    Got one today. I'm happy.

    Thanks!
     
    jamie, May 3, 2007
    #15
  16. jamie

    nerdwizard Guest

    Have a 2003 CRV built date is 09/2002, and the Honda Corporation
    replaced the entire AC system after a sudden, catastrophic, failure of
    the compressor, at 68,000 miles, April 5, 2007.

    We thank Honda Motors USA profusely for the $2,000
    gift, that included a rental car overnight. They sorta acknowledged
    defective material, without letting on that there was any liability.

    But, the scarey thought is that someone will be buying these CR-V's of
    2002 through 2005 (the years the service tech. mentioned that see this
    problem with the AC compressors).

    Well, otherwise, we have owned Hondas since the late 70's, in Japan, in
    the Air Force; and, here in the US, along with dozens of other vehicles,
    like vans and trucks, by other makers.

    We tend to drive them until the "wheels fall off", and do all
    maintenance ourselves, except for any 'FREE' factory work we can
    negotiate.

    Bottom line is that Honda is the most honest and trustworthy marque,
    with the best overall products. We have owned and managed used car
    dealerships since the 1980's. Some of the other brands of products
    that look so nice, aren't. Avoid GM, Ford, Dodge, except for the
    heaviest duty trucks. Thus, our preference has been Honda.

    I would buy a Certified Used Honda; or, at least have it checked out
    by Auto Critic or my favorite Honda mechanic, before finalizing a deal.
     
    nerdwizard, May 8, 2007
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  17. jamie

    nerdwizard Guest

    Have a 2003 CRV built date is 09/2002, and the Honda Corporation
    replaced the entire AC system after a sudden, catastrophic, failure of
    the compressor, at 68,000 miles, April 5, 2007.

    We thank Honda Motors USA profusely for the $2,000
    gift, that included a rental car overnight. They sorta acknowledged
    defective material, without letting on that there was any liability.

    But, the scarey thought is that someone will be buying these CR-V's of
    2002 through 2005 (the years the service tech. mentioned that see this
    problem with the AC compressors).

    Well, otherwise, we have owned Hondas since the late 70's, in Japan, in
    the Air Force; and, here in the US, along with dozens of other vehicles,
    like vans and trucks, by other makers.

    We tend to drive them until the "wheels fall off", and do all
    maintenance ourselves, except for any 'FREE' factory work we can
    negotiate.

    Bottom line is that Honda is the most honest and trustworthy marque,
    with the best overall products. We have owned and managed used car
    dealerships since the 1980's. Some of the other brands of products
    that look so nice, aren't. Avoid GM, Ford, Dodge, except for the
    heaviest duty trucks. Thus, our preference has been Honda.

    I would buy a Certified Used Honda; or, at least have it checked out
    by Auto Critic or my favorite Honda mechanic, before finalizing a deal.
     
    nerdwizard, May 8, 2007
    #17
  18. jamie

    ottguit Guest

    I habe a 2003 Element, and as long as Heat or Defrost is dialed in the
    compressor is being used, unless I turn off the fan or put it in Vent
    mode.
    Bg
     
    ottguit, May 8, 2007
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  19. jamie

    ottguit Guest

    I habe a 2003 Element, and as long as Heat or Defrost is dialed in the
    compressor is being used, unless I turn off the fan or put it in Vent
    mode.
    Bg
     
    ottguit, May 8, 2007
    #19
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