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#424 of 1127 Re: Honda Dealer Test Drives [mikejax] by batman47

Apr 03, 2008 (5:49 am)

Replying to: mikejax (Apr 01, 2008 6:37 pm)
There are many 2007-2008 Honda Pilot owners complaining a lot about vibrations in the car. Some blame it to the 6-3 VCM, other to the suspensions and even the disc brakes, etc.
 
So the previous Pilot was not a complete satisfaction for owners or a bad luck for some owners. I expect to buy a 2009 Pilot but I don't know if Honda has addressed all these vibrations of the previous one on this 2009 version.
 
Does someone know about some price projections for this 2009 Pilot model from the simple to the full loaded?

#425 of 1127 Re: Honda Dealer Test Drives [batman47] by vibo

Apr 04, 2008 (11:04 pm)

Replying to: batman47 (Apr 03, 2008 5:49 am)
I have owned a 2006 Pilot EX 4wd for 2 years now with 22,000 miles. I have not noticed any vibration at any speed. Perhaps that is because the VCM does not exist on the 4wd models. Consider a 4wd instead of 2wd.
 
We have really enjoyed the Pilot. Our previous vehicle was a 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
 
The Pilot's engine is smooth and quiet, but there is a bit more road noise than our Trailblazer. In comparison, the Trailblazer's engine was loud, unrefined and thirsty.
 
I have had zero mechanical problems with the Pilot. Really, quite impressive to me. I have owned Toyotas and other reliable makes.
 
So batman47, when you go to purchase your 2009 take an extensive test drive at all speeds. I did not drive mine at freeway speed to experience the road noise, but I still would have purchased the Pilot, because it is very smooth and stable at high speeds, very safe (it has a very low accident death rate), and still fuel efficient for an SUV.

#426 of 1127 Re: Honda Dealer Test Drives [vibo] by batman47

Apr 05, 2008 (3:00 am)

Replying to: vibo (Apr 04, 2008 11:04 pm)
Many thanks!
 
The point put forward about the AWD/4WD seems to be a plausible reason for the ghost vibrations in 2007-2008 Pilots. Your comments are very reassuring.

#427 of 1127 2009 Honda Pilot's Spotted by quickreply

Apr 09, 2008 (10:11 am)

Replying to: batman47 (Apr 05, 2008 3:00 am)
Jalponik has a link to some Car and Driver photos of the new 2009 Pilot at a Marriott in Detrioit.

#428 of 1127 Re: 2009 Honda Pilot's Spotted [quickreply] by ceric

Apr 09, 2008 (5:39 pm)

Replying to: quickreply (Apr 09, 2008 10:11 am)
Another close-up picture here.
http://www.autospies.com/images/users/jbrown/honpil_09_35_gallery_image_large.jp- g

#429 of 1127 Re: 2009 Honda Pilot's Spotted [ceric] by texases

Apr 09, 2008 (7:08 pm)

Replying to: ceric (Apr 09, 2008 5:39 pm)
HELP! Someone please explain the cross-eyed headlights and overdone grille. I just don't get it...

#430 of 1127 Re: 2009 Honda Pilot's Spotted [texases] by carabel

Apr 09, 2008 (8:38 pm)

Replying to: texases (Apr 09, 2008 7:08 pm)
Neither do I - the grill looks like a smiley face - are these pix's for real !. Honda better have other grill options for those interested in Pilots. First impression - it's not MEAN looking - it's corny !

#431 of 1127 Re: 2009 Honda Pilot's Spotted [quickreply] by quickreply

Apr 09, 2008 (9:01 pm)

Replying to: quickreply (Apr 09, 2008 10:11 am)
Couple more from Jalponik...interior shots as well.
 
http://jalopnik.com/378024/2009-honda-pilot

#432 of 1127 other than that Mrs. Lincoln by steve_ HOST

Apr 09, 2008 (9:19 pm)

So, the grill is what - too Hummeresque? I don't mind the slab sides but the wheel well bump-outs don't appeal to my eye too much. Otherwise it seems perfectly .... serviceable.
 
I like the holder for my baseball cap on the dash.
 
Is someone keeping score about just what's wrong with the new restyle?

#433 of 1127 Re: other than that Mrs. Lincoln [steve_] by qs933

Apr 10, 2008 (12:12 am)

Replying to: steve_ (Apr 09, 2008 9:19 pm)
Is someone keeping score about just what's wrong with the new restyle?
 
I'll hold final judgement till I see it in person. Till then, here's my thoughts:
 
1. The new exterior screams "cheap" to me, rather than "tough."
 
Look at the rear wiper, how it's just sort of stuck on to the tailgate. Compare it to the Highlander, which has the rear wiper mounted on the window itself, making it blend in. The handle below the Pilot's license plate also looks like it was just stuck on there as an after-thought.
 
2. The interior is better, but still has a low-rent look. Hopefully the materials feel better than they look (opposite of the Highlander, which has great, expensive looking plastic that's actually hard to the touch).
 
For example, look at all the drab-looking plastic to the left of the steering wheel, the round air conditioning vents, the white-faced gauges, the open area for clutter above the glove compartment, etc. The center stack also has way too many buttons, though I'm sure it's a snap once you're familiar with the important ones.
 
On the plus side, I guess, Honda is still providing bodyside molding, something that Toyota seems to be allergic to with all its new models.

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