How are you guys dooing with your Ridgelines?

Discussion in 'Ridgeline' started by gfretwell, Feb 16, 2006.

  1. gfretwell

    gfretwell Guest

    That is on the short list for our 3d Honda. How are they doing in the
    real world.
     
    gfretwell, Feb 16, 2006
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    Art Guest

    I don't have one but Consumer Reports loved it. Reportedly initial sales
    were slow and large incentives were offered.
     
    Art, Feb 16, 2006
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    gfretwell Guest

    Not really the case here. (SW Fla) The dealers are holding tough on
    the price.
     
    gfretwell, Feb 16, 2006
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    Art Guest

    Call Autopark Honda in Cary, NC. Ask for a salesman Don Hilebrande. I
    bought 2 cars from him a few months ago and he is a straight shooter.
    Shipping is only about $600. Might be worthwhile if he can save you a few
    grand. I have no idea what they go for now. I bought an Accord Hybrid and
    Odyssey. They don't play games. Or try the internet sites dealers near you
    and get quotes from several. That is how I got started. Also check prices
    at www.Edmunds.com and www.kbb.com They will tell you what people are paying
    and any incentives available. I got better deals than both those sites
    suggested I would.
     
    Art, Feb 16, 2006
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    G-Man Guest

    Father-in-law has one. Loves it. I think he has about 15k on it now.

    G-Man
     
    G-Man, Feb 16, 2006
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    shortspark Guest

    I've had a Ridgeline since last May. Not a single problem so far. I
    can not say enough about the safety features, ride, performance and
    technology that went into this thing. Many respected auto publications
    and critics have sung its praises time and again. In fact, it was named
    Motor Trends Truck of the Year and this was against some powerful
    competition outside its own class. By that I mean the Ridgeline is not
    meant to compete with the big Rams and Silverado type trucks but is
    really mid-size, more like the Dakota type trucks. Also, I am pretty
    sure it was named truck of the year in Canada as well.

    In fact, the Ridgeline is so unique and innovated, some publications
    have said it re-difines the genre to the point where a new
    classification is in order - perhaps, "Transporter" would be more
    appropriate. If you want to do oil field work or ranch chores this may
    not be the vehicle for you. But if you want to ride in comfort and
    safety (more than any truck in history) and haul bass boats or small
    trailers (5000 lbs) along with the things you buy once and a while at
    the hardware store, the Ridge is the way to go.

    The best thing to do is google honda ridgeline forums and click on them
    to see what owners are saying. The rideline owner club (ROC) is perhaps
    the best.



    MARTY
     
    shortspark, Feb 18, 2006
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    twfsa Guest

    If the Ridgeline is the way to go if you want to haul a small trailer, or a
    bass boat how come Honda doesn't offer a factory trailer hitch?
    Doesn't say much for the Ridgeline if thats not an option! I think that the
    Ridgeline is nothing more than a beefed up Pilot! The price is a joke, for
    that kind of money you just as well buy a Tacoma crew cab. More truck and
    the mpg is the same!

    Tom
     
    twfsa, Feb 18, 2006
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    John Horner Guest

    The Ridgeline reminds me of Honda's first attempt at a minivan, close
    but not quite on target.

    John
     
    John Horner, Feb 22, 2006
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    Elbert Guest


    i agree. I'm a Honda fan (99 Accord) but to me a truck needs to look
    like a truck. I'm sure the ridgeline performs well but it does not
    look to me like what a truck should. I've never looked at the
    interior, just speaking about the exterior. I would have to say there
    are a number of so called trucks "Cadillac, Lincoln, etc" that may
    perform like any other but they just don't look like a truck. My
    view. The Ridgeline does not say truck to me.
     
    Elbert, Feb 23, 2006
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    daleboyd Guest

    Well, having owned 2 trucks (Chevy Silvarado and Ford F-150 Lariat), and
    currently own a Honda Ridgeline, I will tell all that this truck meets my
    needs perfectly.

    While the other two trucks were fine trucks, this one is the best. I have
    better gas mileage, more passenger room and with the trunk, a great access
    to hold much of the gear I normally would have had to haul in the bed.

    As to hauling, 99% of the time the bed of my previous two trucks was empty.
    Same with the Ridgeline. It will haul 4 by 8 sheets of material with the
    tailgate down (same as my Lariat). Driving is great with more response than
    my Lariat and the ride is very, very good.

    While the Ridgeline may not be for everyone, it is the perfect truck for me.
     
    daleboyd, Feb 23, 2006
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