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#7 of 108 2008 CR-V EX-L wNAV by itsmecissy May 12, 2008 (1:54 pm)
Have owned for 2 months today. Always owned Toyotas previously, so this is my very first Honda. I love my CR-V and chose it over the RAV-4 because of the CR-V's standard features. I held out for the Tea Green Metallic color and the only options I've added are fog lights and the hood deflector. Purchased really good floor mats at Walmart (of all places). My only complaint is that it -unbelievably-doesn't have Bluetooth!   Other than that, I love it! Replies to this message: tobyb (May 24, 2008 5:29 am)
#8 of 108 Green Tea Metallic - black leather request by nowakj66 May 19, 2008 (11:07 am)
Replying to: crvexl2008 (May 11, 2008 11:10 pm) I also wish the Green Tea Metallic came with black leather instead of tan.
#9 of 108 Re: 2008 CR-V EX-L wNAV [itsmecissy] by tobyb May 24, 2008 (5:29 am)
Replying to: itsmecissy (May 12, 2008 1:54 pm) I noticed that you found car mats at Walmart for your CR-V. May I ask which ones you purchased (the brand)? I can't seem to find any that fit really well, and I really don't want to spend $140 to purchase the ones from Honda. Thanks!
#10 of 108 Advice needed re: DVD rear entertainment by cqx May 25, 2008 (9:23 am)
I'm a previous Honda CR-V owner, current Pilot owner, looking to downsize. I hate to give up my rear DVD entertainment system -- not available on 2008 CR-V. Can anyone advise me -- are there any decent aftermarket DVD systems that suit the CR-V well? Pros/cons? Am considering 2008 EX-L.... If it came with DVD available I would have bought one months ago. Thanks for any and all input.... Replies to this message: tdiidman (May 25, 2008 3:02 pm)
#11 of 108 Re: Advice needed re: DVD rear entertainment [cqx] by tdiidman May 25, 2008 (3:02 pm)
Replying to: cqx (May 25, 2008 9:23 am) I saw one on a CR-V at our local dealership in which there was a DVD screen located in each front seat headrest; in one of the units, there was the slot for the DVD. I can't recall the company, though, that made the product- but it exists. Might try an internet search or check with your local Honda dealer or aftermarket auto goodies dealer.
#12 of 108 New CR-V EX-L w/ Navigation by kevinaom May 26, 2008 (3:29 am)
I recently purchased a blue 2008 CRV EX-L w/ Navigation from Lake Michigan Honda in Benton Harbor, MI. I have about 700 miles on it right now and have driven to Chicago and back. Overall, I rate this car very high with some really annoying little things that I think Honda could have fixed with little to no cost or effort.   So, the good things: Nice interior. I think overall good fit and finish and the "cockpit" has everything readily accesible. I like having the "clean" look of factory installed XM/Navi (Performance of this will be in the negatives). I came from a car with a bunch of wires due to aftermarket installation. This is nice. IPOD connection is nice. Drives well. Like a lot of new cars, everything is "tight" and handles well. Great space. 5 can fit comfortably and you can still put suitcases etc. in the back. I love the backup camera. Probably will never be without one again. Very good gas mileage.   Now the things which could be improved: Road Noise is too much for this type of car. I have a feeling it is the tires and when I posted that in other places, a lot of people agreed with me. The Navigation system is horrible. Knowing what I know now, I WOULD NEVER BUY the Navigation system Honda sells. Pure junk. Maps are not updated, too many "unverified areas" etc. Why can't it be at least as good as the ones that cost a measly $300 in Best Buy since I am paying about $1,000 for this one? I will never understand that. The "PC-Card" for the audio is hit or miss as to what to do. Many boards have people buying exactly what Honda recommends and they cannot get it to work. I am trying a "hit or miss" approach. Try getting a PC card? They are almost always not available anywhere so is this just old technology? Why not just put a slot for a SD card?   Ok, Overall, I would rate this a 7.5 to 8 out of 10. I like the car, not sure if I could have done better with a RAV-4 or VUE but I am not in love with the car. Would not cause me to buy a CR-V "sight unseen" for my next car. Honda had a big opportunity to get a life long "brand" buyer and they blew it. Replies to this message: blackexv6 (May 26, 2008 8:09 am)
#13 of 108 Re: New CR-V EX-L w/ Navigation [kevinaom] by blackexv6 May 26, 2008 (8:09 am)
Replying to: kevinaom (May 26, 2008 3:29 am) Road Noise is too much for this type of car. I have a feeling it is the tires and when I posted that in other places, a lot of people agreed with me.   It's not the tires...the car lacks proper sound insulation like the whole Honda lineup.   If you like the car, have a car stereo specialist install dynamat on your floor under the carpet, in the door panels, & can try the fenderwells.   Make sure they are reputable & not a big box store that may hire people just there for the paycheck.   I am soundproofing my '08 Accord shorlty (when I have a spare minute) because the car is otherwise great. It's embarassing when you can't hear people on your cell phone because of the horrid road noise.
#14 of 108 Re: 2008 EX-L [kevman3] by ocotillo10 May 27, 2008 (4:40 pm)
Replying to: kevman3 (May 09, 2008 5:38 am) I have 9,600 miles on my 2008 CRV and the oil life is just now at 20%. The owner's manual states not to change the oil until signaled to do so at 0 - 5% or once per year whichever comes first, but the dealer says not to wait that long, change it every 5,000 miles. I don't know who to believe. I'm not used to going 10,000 on an oil change.   Anyone else have any experience with that? Replies to this message: lzc (May 27, 2008 7:26 pm)
#15 of 108 Re: 2008 EX-L [ocotillo10] by lzc May 27, 2008 (7:26 pm)
Replying to: ocotillo10 (May 27, 2008 4:40 pm) Yes, freeway miles are kinder to oil than city driving. I've heard of people claiming 14K miles. I think my '07 CR-V suggests changing at 15% remaining oil life, or once a year.
#16 of 108 Re: Navigation System on New CR-V [queenie7] by rnlsb May 27, 2008 (7:45 pm)
Replying to: queenie7 (May 08, 2008 6:30 am) I have been very disappointed with the Navigation system. It couldn't find a local Fed Ex or UPS store. It couldn't find the Radio Shack in my area either. These are places that I can easily find on my old Magellan. The Nav System was one of the main reasons I bought this instead of the Vue. It has taken me in circles and doesn't have newer freeway exits. Any idea if a new DVD to update the maps is coming out?

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