I'm on my 3 rd Accord my 2005 has 295,000 miles v6 tire rotations every 10,000 miles this car still has most of the original light bulbs oil change mobil 1purolator filter every 10,000 trans fluid mobil 1 every 25,000 3 quarts and yes i change the trans filter thats in the housing every fluid change and old school alignment with a piece of string once a year i do all the maintenance myself
I would prefer to buy domestic cars, but I have to be realistic. I couldn't justify the short life span. I've been driving Hondas, and they don't let me down. One Civic went 400,000km (250000 mi) before hail wrote it off. They're easy to work on for maintenance as well. And they're built domestically, so what's the down side?
Jim,(my name is Jim also)I'm a D.I.Y. & have been maintaining my personal vehicles for over 40 years. over the years I have experienced more problems with the American cars since I've owned a 1989 Plymouth voyager & 1998 chevy Tracker 4wd. switched to 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 4WD&put 146k miles before purchasing the same model in 2008 but with FWD. I'm retired since 2015 (appl Tech)& only drive 4k mi. per year now. The SUV has 101k mi & turned 13yrs old in May 2021. This SUV runs the same as when I drove it off the dealer's lot. For me, these older Hyundai SUVs are fairly easy to work on, as I will keep maintaining This one as long as I can.
It's been very apparent to me since watching techs on UA-cam that most all of you own a Honda, Toyota or Subaru. No mechanic wants to work all day on cars then have to work on their own stuff.
Thats why a lot of mechanics cars are in bad shape. They wont touch them till they have to, then do a ton of work on a weekend and then not touch it again till they have to. Rinse and repeat.
@@Longtrailside Actually you are wrong. maybe some are like that but all the mechanics I know maintain there car just as we recommend to our customers but thank for you thoughts.
@@jimthecarguy Thats why i said a lot of mechanics, and not all. I personally am very on top of my cars maintenance. However most of the people that i have worked with in the past and friends let there car go untill they are forced to work on it. Comes down to the person and if they have a passion for working on car or just lazy..
I work at a pre-owned car dealership and we usually keep about 330 vehicles on our lot. Toyota’s and Honda’s will almost never go into our shop for any repairs. But our bay’s even right now are filled with GM’s Ford’s and some German cars. They simply aren’t built to last. I myself was looking at a pre-owned GMC. Acadia for my wife but the “Shift-to-Park” issue that GM still hasn’t really solved turns me away.
Seeing the title didn’t have to listen to say. TOYOTA. I am a DIY and say. Do your maintenance. Never had an engine or transmission issue in 35 years. Always own them for about 14 years. Drive about 30K a year. 1 Denso alternator replaced in those 35 years. Never replaced a starter in 35 years. Denso is awesome. 1 coil on a 2002 sienna went bad at 228K in these 35’years. Cylinder #1 coil. Brake always last at least 150K. Replaced a Lexus LS400 brakes at 142K and they still had 70% of the pad left. Daughter was just given a 2010 HHR with 149K and I feel like I have replaced the entire car in 6 months. I am thankful for being gifted the HHR but it has been a project. One issue after the other. I have a 2011 Camry with 188K now and it runs better with less parts than I have replaced on her HHR. Could talk more about Toyotas but need to stop before I run out of alphabet. Honda’s have transmission flaws.
Denso products are made to last a very long time. Now, when it comes to spark plugs, I would recommend NGK over Denso. Even on Toyotas NGK works very well.
All of Scoty Kilmer's specials, Toyota. Have 2 Camrys, an 09 XLE 164K and an 07 Hybrid 213K. I am a DIY mechanic and I get so bored with these cars because they don't break enough to justify buying new tools, or even use my own tools. LOL I need to buy a Ford LOL. Final note, KIA and Hyundai are catching up, they still have way to go for reliability but they are snapping at Toyota and Honda's heals.
I owned a '91 Honda Civic and drove it for 22 years. Great car. I took care of it though. Maintained it well. It ran like clockwork. I ended up buying a new Civic in 2014. Real pleased with it. Glad I bought mine before Honda came out with their new 1.5L turbo with oil dilution problems.
Owned a Hyundai lantra for the last 6 years, never let me down and very economical. Owned Ford's in the past and was always under the Hood fixing them. I suppose the upside of owning a car you have to fix regularly is you actually become a better mechanic and better mechanically minded
Driving my Toyota Corolla 2004 purchased in 2006, been 15 years with no problems, just brake, oil, and filter maintenance, and I do maintenance myself because those oil changing stations are a joke.
😂 You read my mind. I was thinking “Scotty Kilmer is always saying Toyotas and then Hondas.” Every other mechanic, I’ve met, have said the same things.
I agree Hondas are great except the six cylinder ones that still equipped with timing belts that cost a lot of money to replace. The problem now the newer four-cylinder Hondas are equipped with crappy CVT transmissions or turbo chargers which made them so complicated to maintain in the future.
The saying goes "Finance Japanese, Lease European, Avoid American" - There is some grey area with this, for example, When it comes to Pick up trucks American companies actually make GREAT trucks. I wouldn't buy a Ford F-150 over a Toyota Tundra, but the Americans DEF make a great P/u!
I wish American automakers could make a basic car like the Corolla, reasonable price and quality built. I’m sure we have the capability, keep our money home🇺🇸
Thanks for the review. Hate to agree, but my families imports rarely breakdown. My Chevy Colorado has had its share of snafus....just wondering Jim, what Older Vintage American cars do u prefer as far as reliability? I had many Pontiacs and they were good to me. Chevy too. Your thoughts ...
I bought a Kia Soul in 2016 new paid 13.5k. Even with 60k on it now the resale price is great. Only thing that sucks on the car is the gas mileage is only like 27 MPG, and the suspension is weak.I supposedly have a lifetime powertrain warranty and I get free oil changes for life. I just assume the lifetime powertrain is fake and they will never support it past the normal 100k warranty.
Jim I tend to agree with you about Toyota and Honda.They are a few American cars that I would consider.The Chev/Gmc pickup trucks.Equinox and buick small Suvs and last the Ford Edge
I still like the older American trucks 1988 to 2006 GMC or chevys , I'm 70 and still enjoy working on them , my wife drives Hondas both were 1.5 turbos' but I buy new ones every 5 years . my favorite truck that I still drive is a 1991 GMC 2x4 automatic short box its dual fuel propane and gasoline ,with the same engine ,I guess the propane keeps that motor clean 448 klms on it. she looks like this now was cheaper to rebuild then buy any new GM or Ford or Dodge pick up , more reliable as well only one computer in it no modules . but I agree Hondas and Toyota are a good truck . ua-cam.com/video/-BDUuHcDqW4/v-deo.html , hello from Alberta Canada
It is a shame the American cars are so bad for reliability. They don't look bad. Chrysler has made some nice looking cars but their reliability, from what I read, is atrocious.
Greetings from Sweden! I agree with you. Toyota, Lexus and Honda are the best for somebody who wants a reliable vehicle. Kia/Hyundai are also closing in. In Sweden this year the most reliable brand according to statistics was Lexus, then KIA and then Toyota. Conventional technology. They seldom go out on a limb and try new things out. Vorsprung durch Technik (Audi) is not what those three brands mentioned normally are aiming for. 🇸🇪🙂
Thanks for sharing! I have a 2008 Ram 1500 Quad cab 4x4 5.7 hemi bought used with 38000 miles on it fron a dealer in the next town over from Quincy near your old flounder fishing trips. has almost 180000 never left me yet typical maintenance . wish I could affor a new toyoda truck they look nice!
@@jimthecarguy Thanks for taking the time to educate us with your know how much appreciated !Flounders not as plentiful around here as they used to be! used to dive for them!
Very sad when you see federal, state and local buying junk GM, Chrysler, even Ford. I do not consider any of them American anymore, mostly owned and built in foreign country and parts.. I do believe Ford Trucks are good still but prices are insane. One time 10 years ago or more I went and looked at american cars. I dont know about you guys but the stickers on those "american" cars are insane like double the msrp price. I consider myself an excellent negotiater I could not tell what a invoice price is on those brands.Those prices scared me right out of the dealership.
I’m not sure if you have mentioned but I’d like your take in another UA-cam video on whether or not you would suggest buying a third party repair warranty contract for a used vehicle? Have you had any customers with one, if so, was it a hassle for you or the customer to submit a claim and get a covered repair approved...
I agree they are very dependable. Hyundai did have some problems with the Sonata engines but they did stand behind their produce. If it failed they would replace the engine. Thanks for watching.
Ford , Chevy and Chrysler don't make hardly any more cars :) Ford is mustang and fusion . Chevy is left with Corvette, Camaro,Malibu and spark with a couple more at Buick and Cadillac. Chrysler is left with charger , Chrysler 300. Seems the big three are getting out of cars but big in suv and trucks . I have a 2015 chevy Cruze , Silverado and F150 both awesome trucks 18 & 10 years old , all high quality vehicles . There's no money in cars anymore as most have given up on buying cars by the sales numbers. Awesome chat buddy so I think any car , suv or truck built in North America is my only buy as I refuse to buy anything else to keep the jobs in north american as the vehicles in my view are as good or better than any offshore vehicle. Scotty spent 45 years fixin cars in his driveway 45 years ago so he's definitely the guy that know his vehicles 😅 General Motors is the largest auto company in north America by sales so sales numbers do indicate people's choice . VW is the largest vehicle manufacturer in the world . After building cars and trucks on the assembly line for 30 years and know how it's done I feel confident in recommending any vehicle built in north America because they build the highest quality vehicles with the best workforce in the world . Yep I'm pro American big time . Cheers Jim
@@jimthecarguy LMAO Jim you didn't insult me at all as Honda and Toyota are built in North America and a great high quality choice for all . Merry Christmas buddy.
I remember when the American cars were very dependable and trust worthy. It is sad that that is not how it is any more. You pay top dollar and once you leave the dealer it drops like a rock.Thanks for watching.
Would it matter to you whether you would pick Honda or Toyota when it comes to the transmission reliability? Wish there was a mechanic such as yourself in my area. Its very difficult to find someone trustworthy.
Honestly you will not go wrong with Honda or Toyota but I have read that the new Honda 1.5 turbo is having engine trouble.I've not seen it yet at the shop.
I think more people will agree with you here then disagree! You will be surprised with the feedback! Anytime someone asks me what car to buy I always tell them to see what car their mechanic drives!
Mechanics know best. I would not own a bmw or Mercedes either. Plastic cars. Plastic in the transfer case and transmissions is stupid. My mums bought a BMW X3 and I told her she would have transfer case issues and she did at 47K. Had to replace it. $6K dollar fix. Trash is what I call it. You work on them you know what quality is. I am not a fan of Hyundai or Kia.either. Hyundai makes Kia.
@@jimthecarguy You are welcome.. We own an Nissan Armada and Lexus RX350 now.. The last Chevy Suburban we had ( 2008 with 5.3 L with AFM ) left us not trusting Chevy any more . We still miss the room of the Chevy though .. :(
Years ago I only owned American cars but today I own all foreign cars. I think if you ask any mechanic they will also be driving a foreign car. Maybe I should post a ride along presenting that question to any mechanic who would like to comment? What do you think?Thanks for watching.
Subaru is great car, unfortunately not too many mechanics besides the dealer know how to work on them. The specialty shops that work on them charge a premium for their service.
I'm on my 3 rd Accord my 2005 has 295,000 miles v6 tire rotations every 10,000 miles this car still has most of the original light bulbs oil change mobil 1purolator filter every 10,000 trans fluid mobil 1 every 25,000 3 quarts and yes i change the trans filter thats in the housing every fluid change and old school alignment with a piece of string once a year i do all the maintenance myself
Thank for your input. If you take care of the maintenance you will have the car for a long time.
Thank you for not bashing Hyundai
Actually Hyundai makes a very good car and trucks..I actually drive one myself.
Agreed. My Toyota been great. Kia been great. Glad I chose them.
I would prefer to buy domestic cars, but I have to be realistic. I couldn't justify the short life span. I've been driving Hondas, and they don't let me down. One Civic went 400,000km (250000 mi) before hail wrote it off. They're easy to work on for maintenance as well. And they're built domestically, so what's the down side?
Jim,(my name is Jim also)I'm a D.I.Y. & have been maintaining my personal vehicles for over 40 years. over the years I have experienced more problems with the American cars since I've owned a 1989 Plymouth voyager & 1998 chevy Tracker 4wd. switched to 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 4WD&put 146k miles before purchasing the same model in 2008 but with FWD. I'm retired since 2015 (appl Tech)& only drive 4k mi. per year now. The SUV has 101k mi & turned 13yrs old in May 2021. This SUV runs the same as when I drove it off the dealer's lot. For me, these older Hyundai SUVs are fairly easy to work on, as I will keep maintaining This one as long as I can.
Thanks for watching. I am in the process of filming a video on that same model now . 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe . Watch for the videos soon.
I agree with your opinion of American-made cars. They're designed by accountants, not by engineers.
Thanks for watching.
It's been very apparent to me since watching techs on UA-cam that most all of you own a Honda, Toyota or Subaru. No mechanic wants to work all day on cars then have to work on their own stuff.
I agree Wyatt. I don't like working on my own car for sure. Merry Christmas
Thats why a lot of mechanics cars are in bad shape. They wont touch them till they have to, then do a ton of work on a weekend and then not touch it again till they have to. Rinse and repeat.
@@Longtrailside So true. I've heard that when I was a teenager. "Never buy a mechanics car because they know what's important and what's not". :)
@@Longtrailside Actually you are wrong. maybe some are like that but all the mechanics I know maintain there car just as we recommend to our customers but thank for you thoughts.
@@jimthecarguy Thats why i said a lot of mechanics, and not all. I personally am very on top of my cars maintenance. However most of the people that i have worked with in the past and friends let there car go untill they are forced to work on it. Comes down to the person and if they have a passion for working on car or just lazy..
I work at a pre-owned car dealership and we usually keep about 330 vehicles on our lot.
Toyota’s and Honda’s will almost never go into our shop for any repairs. But our bay’s even right now are filled with GM’s Ford’s and some German cars. They simply aren’t built to last.
I myself was looking at a pre-owned GMC. Acadia for my wife but the “Shift-to-Park” issue that GM still hasn’t really solved turns me away.
Thank you for your input. Wait what am I doing . If I tell everyone to by a Honda or Toyota I may just put myself out of business.Lol
You may want to look at Hyundai Kia Palisade and Telluride, they're getting outstanding reviews.
Seeing the title didn’t have to listen to say.
TOYOTA. I am a DIY and say. Do your maintenance. Never had an engine or transmission issue in 35 years. Always own them for about 14 years. Drive about 30K a year. 1 Denso alternator replaced in those 35 years. Never replaced a starter in 35 years. Denso is awesome. 1 coil on a 2002 sienna went bad at 228K in these 35’years. Cylinder #1 coil. Brake always last at least 150K. Replaced a Lexus LS400 brakes at 142K and they still had 70% of the pad left.
Daughter was just given a 2010 HHR with 149K and I feel like I have replaced the entire car in 6 months. I am thankful for being gifted the HHR but it has been a project. One issue after the other.
I have a 2011 Camry with 188K now and it runs better with less parts than I have replaced on her HHR.
Could talk more about Toyotas but need to stop before I run out of alphabet.
Honda’s have transmission flaws.
Some of the new Honda CRV with the 1.5 turbo also have trouble with the engine from what I read.
Denso products are made to last a very long time. Now, when it comes to spark plugs, I would recommend NGK over Denso. Even on Toyotas NGK works very well.
@@thaloszapispapos715
I have used NGK on Toyotas
All of Scoty Kilmer's specials, Toyota. Have 2 Camrys, an 09 XLE 164K and an 07 Hybrid 213K. I am a DIY mechanic and I get so bored with these cars because they don't break enough to justify buying new tools, or even use my own tools. LOL I need to buy a Ford LOL. Final note, KIA and Hyundai are catching up, they still have way to go for reliability but they are snapping at Toyota and Honda's heals.
Hahahah I can't believe that I agree with Scotty. Thanks for watching and your input.
I owned a '91 Honda Civic and drove it for 22 years. Great car. I took care of it though. Maintained it well. It ran like clockwork. I ended up buying a new Civic in 2014. Real pleased with it. Glad I bought mine before Honda came out with their new 1.5L turbo with oil dilution problems.
That is for sure. Don't buy anything turbo.
Owned a Hyundai lantra for the last 6 years, never let me down and very economical. Owned Ford's in the past and was always under the Hood fixing them. I suppose the upside of owning a car you have to fix regularly is you actually become a better mechanic and better mechanically minded
Driving my Toyota Corolla 2004 purchased in 2006, been 15 years with no problems, just brake, oil, and filter maintenance, and I do maintenance myself because those oil changing stations are a joke.
😂 You read my mind. I was thinking “Scotty Kilmer is always saying Toyotas and then Hondas.” Every other mechanic, I’ve met, have said the same things.
Honda civic! Toyota corolla, and cummins diesel for long hauls if you have to
yes for sure all great cars and trucks. Thanks for watching.
Out of curiosity what is your opinion of Subaru Outback?
Bryan
They are very good cars.
Overpriced Honda and Toyota they should last of what you pay for them. .
I am Ford person all my cars last 15 plus years with proper maintenance.
Absolutely agree with you Jim - Hondas and Toyotas are the best! 😀👍😀
Yes they are!Thanks for watching and your input.
I agree Hondas are great except the six cylinder ones that still equipped with timing belts that cost a lot of money to replace. The problem now the newer four-cylinder Hondas are equipped with crappy CVT transmissions or turbo chargers which made them so complicated to maintain in the future.
Your right the new Honda CRV 1.5 liter turbo does have some major issues with the engine.
The saying goes "Finance Japanese, Lease European, Avoid American" - There is some grey area with this, for example, When it comes to Pick up trucks American companies actually make GREAT trucks. I wouldn't buy a Ford F-150 over a Toyota Tundra, but the Americans DEF make a great P/u!
I like your saying.
I wish American automakers could make a basic car like the Corolla, reasonable price and quality built. I’m sure we have the capability, keep our money home🇺🇸
I agree. If an American company made a quality car i would be the first one to buy it .Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the review. Hate to agree, but my families imports rarely breakdown. My Chevy Colorado has had its share of snafus....just wondering Jim, what Older Vintage American cars do u prefer as far as reliability? I had many Pontiacs and they were good to me. Chevy too. Your thoughts ...
I bought a Kia Soul in 2016 new paid 13.5k. Even with 60k on it now the resale price is great. Only thing that sucks on the car is the gas mileage is only like 27 MPG, and the suspension is weak.I supposedly have a lifetime powertrain warranty and I get free oil changes for life. I just assume the lifetime powertrain is fake and they will never support it past the normal 100k warranty.
Thanks for watching and your input.
No argument from me. My 2000 Toyota Tacoma has 256000 miles on it. The best vehicle I have owned in my 73 years............Jay
Thanks for watching and your input.
Jim I tend to agree with you about Toyota and Honda.They are a few American cars that I would consider.The Chev/Gmc pickup trucks.Equinox and buick small Suvs and last the Ford Edge
Thanks for watching and your input.
I still like the older American trucks 1988 to 2006 GMC or chevys , I'm 70 and still enjoy working on them , my wife drives Hondas both were 1.5 turbos' but I buy new ones every 5 years . my favorite truck that I still drive is a 1991 GMC 2x4 automatic short box its dual fuel propane and gasoline ,with the same engine ,I guess the propane keeps that motor clean 448 klms on it. she looks like this now was cheaper to rebuild then buy any new GM or Ford or Dodge pick up , more reliable as well only one computer in it no modules . but I agree Hondas and Toyota are a good truck . ua-cam.com/video/-BDUuHcDqW4/v-deo.html , hello from Alberta Canada
Jim, love your videos. Apparently VW are very economical in Europe, but here at home, I totally agree, you really can’t beat a Honda or Toyota.
Very true!
It is a shame the American cars are so bad for reliability. They don't look bad. Chrysler has made some nice looking cars but their reliability, from what I read, is atrocious.
Your right they look great but are not very reliable for sure.Thanks for watching.
Greetings from Sweden!
I agree with you. Toyota, Lexus and Honda are the best for somebody who wants a reliable vehicle. Kia/Hyundai are also closing in. In Sweden this year the most reliable brand according to statistics was Lexus, then KIA and then Toyota. Conventional technology. They seldom go out on a limb and try new things out. Vorsprung durch Technik (Audi) is not what those three brands mentioned normally are aiming for. 🇸🇪🙂
Thanks for watching and your input.
If I was buying new or certified used car, it would be Hyundai Kia. Anything 5 years or older then definitely Honda or Toyota.
I agree. Honda are good cars.
Yes they are very dependable for sure. Thanks for watching and your input.
Thanks for sharing! I have a 2008 Ram 1500 Quad cab 4x4 5.7 hemi bought used with 38000 miles on it fron a dealer in the next town over from Quincy near your old flounder fishing trips. has almost 180000 never left me yet typical maintenance . wish I could affor a new toyoda truck they look nice!
Very nice! I can believe that you remembered that "Quincy". Did I mention that in one of my live streams?
@@jimthecarguy Thanks for taking the time to educate us with your know how much appreciated !Flounders not as plentiful around here as they used to be! used to dive for them!
Very sad when you see federal, state and local buying junk GM, Chrysler, even Ford. I do not consider any of them American anymore, mostly owned and built in foreign country and parts.. I do believe Ford Trucks are good still but prices are insane. One time 10 years ago or more I went and looked at american cars. I dont know about you guys but the stickers on those "american" cars are insane like double the msrp price. I consider myself an excellent negotiater I could not tell what a invoice price is on those brands.Those prices scared me right out of the dealership.
Thats for sure. Go into a dealer and you can waste the entire day .
I agree 100% with you sir. Regards.
Thanks for watching and your input.
I’m not sure if you have mentioned but I’d like your take in another UA-cam video on whether or not you would suggest buying a third party repair warranty contract for a used vehicle?
Have you had any customers with one, if so, was it a hassle for you or the customer to submit a claim and get a covered repair approved...
@jimthecarguy
Newer Honda's are not like their older peers. Toyota's are still tops.
Your right the new Honda CRV 1.5 liter turbo does have some major issues with the engine.
They were better when they was all made in Japan. Only a handful are still exported to North America.
2016 Hyundai Elantra great car
We've had two Santa Fes....great cars...!!!
I agree they are very dependable. Hyundai did have some problems with the Sonata engines but they did stand behind their produce. If it failed they would replace the engine. Thanks for watching.
Hyundai and kia, hopefully you won’t have to buy parts or have a collision because the parts are going to cost TOO MUCH!!
Thanks for watching and your input.
Jimthecarguy thank you for your video Sir! Merry Christmas and a happy new year!
Ford , Chevy and Chrysler don't make hardly any more cars :) Ford is mustang and fusion . Chevy is left with Corvette, Camaro,Malibu and spark with a couple more at Buick and Cadillac. Chrysler is left with charger , Chrysler 300. Seems the big three are getting out of cars but big in suv and trucks . I have a 2015 chevy Cruze , Silverado and F150 both awesome trucks 18 & 10 years old , all high quality vehicles . There's no money in cars anymore as most have given up on buying cars by the sales numbers. Awesome chat buddy so I think any car , suv or truck built in North America is my only buy as I refuse to buy anything else to keep the jobs in north american as the vehicles in my view are as good or better than any offshore vehicle. Scotty spent 45 years fixin cars in his driveway 45 years ago so he's definitely the guy that know his vehicles 😅 General Motors is the largest auto company in north America by sales so sales numbers do indicate people's choice . VW is the largest vehicle manufacturer in the world . After building cars and trucks on the assembly line for 30 years and know how it's done I feel confident in recommending any vehicle built in north America because they build the highest quality vehicles with the best workforce in the world . Yep I'm pro American big time . Cheers Jim
Thank you for your input Steve. Sorry if I insulted you just my opinion. Have a Merry Christmas.
@@jimthecarguy LMAO Jim you didn't insult me at all as Honda and Toyota are built in North America and a great high quality choice for all . Merry Christmas buddy.
We've had two Santa Fes....great cars...!!!
I remember when the American cars were very dependable and trust worthy. It is sad that that is not how it is any more. You pay top dollar and once you leave the dealer it drops like a rock.Thanks for watching.
I hope your Santa Fe is holding up well.
Yes so far so good but I did get a notice that there is a recall on it
Good cars if you trade every 3 or 4 years. I'd never buy a used one. Parts are way too high and finding a good tech for them can be a challenge.
Thanks for watching
always bought AMERICAN mostly gm and gmc trucks they let me down every time now i only bye toyota or honda no more bailouts let them die
I agree John. At one time I was a buy American cars only. It said but I can't say that any more. Thanks for watching.
2004 Honda Element 🥰
Very good car for sure.Thanks for watching.
2002 Honda CRV with 188000 miles on it and a 2006 Pilot with 182000 miles, they both run like a clock.
My 2006 crv has 332k miles.. amazing vehicle.. I change oil and transmission fluid regularly
Whats your opinion on Subarus ?
Wow 332K. I just sold mine with 225K. I like Subaru also but I do lean toward the Honda and Toyota's. Thanks for watching.
Those K series engines run for ever.
Would it matter to you whether you would pick Honda or Toyota when it comes to the transmission reliability?
Wish there was a mechanic such as yourself in my area. Its very difficult to find someone trustworthy.
Honestly you will not go wrong with Honda or Toyota but I have read that the new Honda 1.5 turbo is having engine trouble.I've not seen it yet at the shop.
I think more people will agree with you here then disagree! You will be surprised with the feedback! Anytime someone asks me what car to buy I always tell them to see what car their mechanic drives!
That is true most mechanics( not all )will be driving a foreign car or truck.
Mechanics know best. I would not own a bmw or Mercedes either. Plastic cars. Plastic in the transfer case and transmissions is stupid. My mums bought a BMW X3 and I told her she would have transfer case issues and she did at 47K. Had to replace it. $6K dollar fix. Trash is what I call it. You work on them you know what quality is. I am not a fan of Hyundai or Kia.either. Hyundai makes Kia.
Thanks for watching and your input.
So for 3 row SUV you would say Sequoia.
Yes for sure. Years ago I would never say that but times change. Thanks for watching.
@@jimthecarguy You are welcome.. We own an Nissan Armada and Lexus RX350 now.. The last Chevy Suburban we had ( 2008 with 5.3 L with AFM ) left us not trusting Chevy any more . We still miss the room of the Chevy though .. :(
Even better, the Land Cruiser or Lexus LX
Completely Agree.
Years ago I only owned American cars but today I own all foreign cars. I think if you ask any mechanic they will also be driving a foreign car. Maybe I should post a ride along presenting that question to any mechanic who would like to comment? What do you think?Thanks for watching.
Hey! Where is all the snow???? Lol
Hahaha that was filmed before the snow. Thanks for watching.
I agree.
TXSVIKING nice of you to stop by and leave a comment.
Subaru?
I like Subaru also but I do lean toward the Honda and Toyota's. Thanks for watching.
They are a pain to work on.
Subaru is great car, unfortunately not too many mechanics besides the dealer know how to work on them. The specialty shops that work on them charge a premium for their service.
Most complicated repair that you wont do again, go.
Thanks for watching.