I'm a little late to the party, but I love my CRV! There is a reason one can barely drive a mile, in the average US town, without seeing at least one Gen2 CRV. One of the best cars ever. Definitely the best I've ever owned. I've got an 04 with a standard transmission. I am absolutely committed to keeping this car in good working order... for the rest of my life. I'm 55 now, and I'm confident I can keep the CRV on the road for 30 more years, no sweat. If you know, you know. They are AWESOME!
@@ron4413 I'm at 195000. Since my comment, I've put The CRV in the shop for $5000 if repairs and maintenance. New AC compressor, all for struts, brakes, rotors, wheel bearings, and a bunch of other once-in-a-car's-lifetime stuff. It didn't bother me a bit. Now, I've basically got a new 2004 CRV. She runs and handles like the day she rolled off the lot. Did I mention I love my CRV?
Thank you, I collect my 2003 Honda CRV Se Sport 130,000 miles, price £1850 tomorrow from the garage, I keep watching these type of videos. Thank you once again for the detailed video. Kind regards from the United Kingdom 🇬🇧
I’ve had my 2002 CRV since new. Only two parts have failed: an O2 sensor and a knock sensor. I replaced them myself. Cost: about $200. That’s the total repair cost of 22 years ownership (excluding regular maintenance and wear items like tires.)
Getting ready to pick up my third Gen 2 CRV. Bought a 4wd EX auto new in 2002. Had it for 8 years, put a lot of miles on it. Bought my second (2005 2wd) in 2017. I bought it totaled, as it got hit by a tree. Fixed it up, drove it a while, sold it to a friend that needed good cheap transportation. My third is a 2005 EX Auto 4wd, picking up in 2 days. Only 166K. Every service record since new. Cannot wait to be back in a CRV again. Take care all.
Excellent review. But that speed shift. Ooof...I felt that all the way over here!! I've been recommending these to anyone who asked me, "What's a good used car?" I finally decided to get on, and held out for the 2005 facelift version. Trailered it home from the SF Bay Area yesterday, and couldn't be happier with the purchase. It's the 5spd, AWD, sunroof model, 1 owner, no accidents, all original. Paint color is a little darker than the bright silver that they came in; sort of an "anthracite" metallic silver color. Really nice looking color.
I have a 2003 crv, and I see one everyday on the highway. I enjoy driving it because it is very practical and it says workhorse . lots of spaceat the trunk. it is over 20 years old so it.requires a lot of maintenance,and I just get the parts at the junk yard. great video
I only saw old ladies driving these cars. So I thought they weren’t cool. I was so wrong. They are great, so I bought one. And I love it. Whoever had it before took good care of it. There were some problems. It’s 20 years old. But I haven’t have difficulty finding parts and have been able to do repairs myself. I don’t know why they can’t make practical cars, at a reasonable price, like this anymore. I love the ground clearance and the AWD too.
Love this car but they are not cheap. Nor is anything else these days it seems. Paid over 5 thousand dollars for mine with 195k miles. Hoping i can get it too 250-300k with good maintenance
I bought my granddaughter an 03 last year for $3K. It had exactly 239K mi. on it, but it is a trooper. I expect it to see 300K. I checked live data the other day. Long Term Fuel Trim: 0.0.
You got a deal (these days). It's worth every cent. You can ALWAYS sell it for at least as much as you paid for it, if you ever have to. I hope you don't. I paid 2800 for my 04, about 7 years ago, I've spent about twice that repairing it since. All once in a lifetime stuff: drive shaft, AC condenser, struts, and a few other things. I don't mind putting a grand or two into it, every year. It's WAAAAAAY less than payments on an equivalent, new car. And the insurance?! I have the legally required on mine, $35 a month.
@@johnafagerquist8235 The best thing about the one I bought was the long list of things the previous owner (a mechanic) already replaced, including: engine, trans, and differential mounts, all 4 axles, struts, stabilizer and anti-sway bars, exhaust system, fuel injectors, plugs, wires, coils, and since he hadn’t gotten around to preemptively replacing the radiator, hoses, and both cooling fans, he included those parts with the car. Naturally, he used all genuine Honda fluids. I’m not crazy about the noisy lifters, but my mechanic said he could adjust them if I wanted. Other than that, I’m tickled pink. (Note: I did wind up replacing the radiator and fans, as they were ready to be changed.)
Looking at getting one in the UK. Grateful our used market is cheaper here (can't say the same for insurance) I lots of listings saved between £1k £2.5k
There is a 2005 manual transmission CRV on marketplace with 177,000 miles that looks real good for $5400. I don't need another vehicle but I am very tempted to buy it. I had a 2005 with 90,000 miles but my son needed a car so he is driving it, I love those things.
i bought one of these while owning a 2018 crv/2021 passport on lease and its insane how similar they are aside from cabin noise/ride quality hahahaha (practical and functional though)
@@SethKendallD the 2nd gen is the best gen. Also the most reliable generation. After 2006 they changed the piston rings the newer generation have oil dilution problems
I have this car and if anything is to break on it it is mostly easy to work on but haven't really been much to fix while i have owned it. but i had to change the clutch at one time and it was much easier than i thought it would be even tho im not a mechanic or anything like that, you just don't give up and you will be able to fix it, litterarly the hardest thing on this was removing the starter but the removal of the gearbox went much more smoothly 🤣.
I pulled the seats with the armrest from an EX model if found at the junkyard. Highly recommend finding seats with the armrest! Makes the car so much more comfortable.
You never know about Nissan xtrail T30...since 2003?? A lot better n power than thus crv... xtrail t30 2.500 cc 177 hp..245 Nm torque..faster than this crv.. xtrail more comfort... suspension is like sedan...more fiture ... more quite inside !!!
I'm a little late to the party, but I love my CRV! There is a reason one can barely drive a mile, in the average US town, without seeing at least one Gen2 CRV. One of the best cars ever. Definitely the best I've ever owned. I've got an 04 with a standard transmission. I am absolutely committed to keeping this car in good working order... for the rest of my life. I'm 55 now, and I'm confident I can keep the CRV on the road for 30 more years, no sweat. If you know, you know. They are AWESOME!
love this car, easy to work on if something break.
How many miles on yours?
@@ron4413 I'm at 195000. Since my comment, I've put The CRV in the shop for $5000 if repairs and maintenance. New AC compressor, all for struts, brakes, rotors, wheel bearings, and a bunch of other once-in-a-car's-lifetime stuff. It didn't bother me a bit. Now, I've basically got a new 2004 CRV. She runs and handles like the day she rolled off the lot. Did I mention I love my CRV?
@@johnafagerquist8235 Sounds like you are good to go now! So the clutch and transmission are original I take it?
@@ron4413 Yes... clutch and tranny are original.
Thank you, I collect my 2003 Honda CRV Se Sport 130,000 miles, price £1850 tomorrow from the garage, I keep watching these type of videos. Thank you once again for the detailed video. Kind regards from the United Kingdom 🇬🇧
You should make more videos man! Incredible stuff, loved the whole thing!
Thank you! I do have some more videos planned for the future. Thanks for watching
I’ve had my 2002 CRV since new. Only two parts have failed: an O2 sensor and a knock sensor. I replaced them myself. Cost: about $200. That’s the total repair cost of 22 years ownership (excluding regular maintenance and wear items like tires.)
Getting ready to pick up my third Gen 2 CRV. Bought a 4wd EX auto new in 2002. Had it for 8 years, put a lot of miles on it. Bought my second (2005 2wd) in 2017. I bought it totaled, as it got hit by a tree. Fixed it up, drove it a while, sold it to a friend that needed good cheap transportation. My third is a 2005 EX Auto 4wd, picking up in 2 days. Only 166K. Every service record since new. Cannot wait to be back in a CRV again. Take care all.
Recently bought a 2004 CR-V LX with 118k miles. Other than maintenance items, the car is a champ! I can't get enough of it.
Excellent review. But that speed shift. Ooof...I felt that all the way over here!!
I've been recommending these to anyone who asked me, "What's a good used car?" I finally decided to get on, and held out for the 2005 facelift version. Trailered it home from the SF Bay Area yesterday, and couldn't be happier with the purchase. It's the 5spd, AWD, sunroof model, 1 owner, no accidents, all original. Paint color is a little darker than the bright silver that they came in; sort of an "anthracite" metallic silver color. Really nice looking color.
Nice video. Thanks from ireland 🇮🇪
I have a 2003 crv, and I see one everyday on the highway. I enjoy driving it because it is very practical and it says workhorse . lots of spaceat the trunk. it is over 20 years old so it.requires a lot of maintenance,and I just get the parts at the junk yard. great video
Just bought one of these. It is a great SUV indeed.
I only saw old ladies driving these cars. So I thought they weren’t cool. I was so wrong. They are great, so I bought one. And I love it. Whoever had it before took good care of it. There were some problems. It’s 20 years old. But I haven’t have difficulty finding parts and have been able to do repairs myself.
I don’t know why they can’t make practical cars, at a reasonable price, like this anymore. I love the ground clearance and the AWD too.
I just bought a 2005 EX with a 5 speed manual transmission myself! I love it!
Love this car but they are not cheap. Nor is anything else these days it seems. Paid over 5 thousand dollars for mine with 195k miles. Hoping i can get it too 250-300k with good maintenance
Just bought 2005 crv se with 99k miles for 13k. Little pricey but i tell you what its still worth every penny!!
Got my 2005 less than 2months ago for 4000$can and it only had 78000km 😅
I bought my granddaughter an 03 last year for $3K. It had exactly 239K mi. on it, but it is a trooper. I expect it to see 300K. I checked live data the other day. Long Term Fuel Trim: 0.0.
You got a deal (these days). It's worth every cent. You can ALWAYS sell it for at least as much as you paid for it, if you ever have to. I hope you don't.
I paid 2800 for my 04, about 7 years ago, I've spent about twice that repairing it since. All once in a lifetime stuff: drive shaft, AC condenser, struts, and a few other things. I don't mind putting a grand or two into it, every year. It's WAAAAAAY less than payments on an equivalent, new car. And the insurance?! I have the legally required on mine, $35 a month.
@@johnafagerquist8235 The best thing about the one I bought was the long list of things the previous owner (a mechanic) already replaced, including: engine, trans, and differential mounts, all 4 axles, struts, stabilizer and anti-sway bars, exhaust system, fuel injectors, plugs, wires, coils, and since he hadn’t gotten around to preemptively replacing the radiator, hoses, and both cooling fans, he included those parts with the car. Naturally, he used all genuine Honda fluids. I’m not crazy about the noisy lifters, but my mechanic said he could adjust them if I wanted. Other than that, I’m tickled pink. (Note: I did wind up replacing the radiator and fans, as they were ready to be changed.)
I Have had 2005 crv for the last 18 years...300k miles.... i never knew there was a drawer below the passenger seat...lol
Looking at getting one in the UK. Grateful our used market is cheaper here (can't say the same for insurance)
I lots of listings saved between £1k £2.5k
There is a 2005 manual transmission CRV on marketplace with 177,000 miles that looks real good for $5400. I don't need another vehicle but I am very tempted to buy it. I had a 2005 with 90,000 miles but my son needed a car so he is driving it, I love those things.
i bought one of these while owning a 2018 crv/2021 passport on lease and its insane how similar they are aside from cabin noise/ride quality hahahaha (practical and functional though)
You totally convinced me to seek one out one of these days!!!!
Thank you! They're genuinely more fun than they may first appear.
WTF? Our 2012 CRV doesn’t have a picnic table!!!! So jealous.
@@SethKendallD The 2006 cr-v has one too
@@SethKendallD the 2nd gen is the best gen. Also the most reliable generation. After 2006 they changed the piston rings the newer generation have oil dilution problems
Loved the video! 😊 I’m looking for one here in Australia. You said yours has done 250,000 miles. What’s that in kilometres please?
Thank you! 250,000 miles is about 402,336 kilometers. Hope this helps, good luck with your search!
@@FriendlyManProducts Thank you! 🙏🏼😊
Definitely get one if you can. if you know how to drive a manual transmission, get a CRV with one. 03, 04 or 05. You will love it!
I have this car and if anything is to break on it it is mostly easy to work on but haven't really been much to fix while i have owned it. but i had to change the clutch at one time and it was much easier than i thought it would be even tho im not a mechanic or anything like that, you just don't give up and you will be able to fix it, litterarly the hardest thing on this was removing the starter but the removal of the gearbox went much more smoothly 🤣.
I bought my 2004 honda crv ex Last month,with 103,851miles for $4600,I dont know if decide wisely..im still thingking if im going to sell it rightnow.
CR-V THE BEST
i just bought mine cus it was the only thing i can afford but when i looked into the car and what i can do with it. Jesus christ
I also have a 2003 CRV Manual, but no arm rest. Did you install yours aftermarket?
I pulled the seats with the armrest from an EX model if found at the junkyard. Highly recommend finding seats with the armrest! Makes the car so much more comfortable.
I'm looking at a 2005 manual and it has no armrest either. Strange they don't have armrest with the manual.
You never know about Nissan xtrail T30...since 2003?? A lot better n power than thus crv... xtrail t30 2.500 cc 177 hp..245 Nm torque..faster than this crv.. xtrail more comfort... suspension is like sedan...more fiture ... more quite inside !!!
Many Honda enthusiasts are always looking towards the Honda Element, and rarely giving the 2nd generation CR-V a second look.