my dad left his silver 06 ridgeline to my brother in his will but now that he needs a bigger truck for his business it’s going to me and i’m so excited. i’ve loved that truck since the moment my dad got it and i’m glad i get to take him everywhere i go
The Ridgeline is a phenomenal light duty truck. 90% of truck owners don't need heavy duty towing/hauling capability. The quality and reliability is superb.
I'd say the look is probably what scares most "truck" people away. This ridgeline is super clean. Id love to have one like this if I didn't have a tacoma
Newer Toyota tacomas are super overrated, I use to own those 2000 generation tacomas. But I also had a 98 frontier which was its competitor and that 98 frontier drove some much better than the Tacoma it was astonishing. My brother now has a ridgeline and it is way cooler than the tacomas.
My 2011 Honda Ridgeline RTL has 130,000 miles and is still going strong! I stay ahead of the maintenance and take great care of it. Still looks amazing. BTW- I can haul 2 dirt bikes, 2 large gear bags, awning, chairs and 2 bike stands with the tailgate down and a moto net. Also, 2 small coolers and tool box in the cab with the back seats up. Took a while to get it down, but now 15 minutes to load all of that.
The trunk also has a drain plug to let the melted ice water out. I love my 2008, have put 160k on it. I have three bikes mounted in the bed and it has been all over the country.
I have an 08, my transmission went out right after 100k miles, got that fixed and it overheated once then the radiator blew up because of the plastic getting brittle from age and over heated again trying to make it home. I got the radiator changed and now it works great, didnt blow the head gasket. Ive used it to tow quite a bit and close to capacity, up steep hills too, probably why the transmission gave out early. Its a great truck with decent power for what it is. Took it offroad with a 2” lift and does pretty well. Now i got a new silverado with a diesel engine to do heavier hauls but i held on to my ridgeline for taking the trash to the transfer station and small trips to the store and some offroad trips, i cant give it up, it served me well and continues to do so, il gonna repaint it, fix it up, and keep it until it cant be driven anymore
I traded my 17 tundra crewmax off road for a 2022 Ridgeline black edition. Never considered a RL and in fact I was looking to get a 2022 tundra or taco but both are lacking in comfort, Tech, useable space, function, fuel economy and are both overpriced for what they are. I love my RL and I am no longer a Toyota guy.
I cannot like this video enough. I've been going back and forth on my next vehicle choice and recently saw a Ridgeline I'm willing to check out. You have all but sold me on what seems to be the obvious choice. I appreciate your insight my friend.
Just had my water pump and timing belt replaced . Was surprised to see old belt still looked new 123,000 mi.2008 RTL did struts 4weeks ago love my ridgeline! If yu don’t need a big truck this first gen ridgeline is the rig for you . Had all of them from 1970 till now .this is the best by far .
I own a 2014 Ridgeline and I love it. It drives great in the snow because it's front wheel drive and you engage the rear wheels for four wheel drive. I'm 6'3" and I can fit behind myself in the rear seat. The lockable storage in the bed is some convenient.
Thanks for the video! There are a few more features some folks like - e.g., with rear seats up, a trail bike's tires fit in the floor groove. The VTM-4 traction helps in slippery conditions (but works only in 1, 2 3 and R - not in Drive). Here's my experience. In 2019, I bought a used 2012 Ridgeline (assembled in Alabama) for CA$15K with almost the same model/trim as in the video - cloth seats, no nav system, no roof racks. Came with 188,000 Km on it; now has 235,000Km (146,000 mi.) and still going strong. Being in Ontario Canada, I have spare steel rims with winter tires, and got it undercoated against the salt used on highways. My prior Ridgeline was a used 2006 (assembled in Ontario) I bought at 150,000Km and sold at 254,000Km - The transmission had developed a ticking sound. (only because I drove it a few miles too long with the fluid leaking out.) Also the rear cross-member under the tailgate rusted out - Honda has recently issued a recall. This may not be a problem in the US South. Here, we can just rust-proof against it. Ideal configuration for my wife and me, who have a cottage (i.e., need modest carrying & towing capacity) and occasionally have passengers who need leg room (which is more than in other compact trucks). A friend has a 2008 with 400,000KM and says she will maintain & keep it 'forever' because she likes it so much better than the new style.
My favourite vehicle ever, and I’ve had many. Still driving my 06 (passed the rear-frame recall) and hopefully will drive it many more years. PS - it won Motor Trend Truck of the year in debut year 2006 …. And a tip for Ridge owners who do not know - put the key in the door lock and turn it right and hold to put all windows down, opposite way to put them back up and lock veh. I use this often to cool the truck down before putting my dogs in during the summer. (And replace the one cheap washer in the radiator asap if you haven’t done so!)
I've had a few silverados and I got a ridgeline last year. It's a 2006 with 60k. The in bed storage is awesome for me with my kid playing hockey. His stinky hockey gear stays in there undercover. And I'm 6'3, it has as much room as my silverado and even more room in the back seats. Plus living in NH it's much better in the snow. All the truck I need
A yr ago I bought a 2007 ridgeline with 111000 original km's on it,I love it. For a 17 yr old truck it is as clean as the one in the video,paid 10,000 cdn for it and when I had it into Honda for a service they offered me 26,000 for it,so they really hold there value.
I wish we could get these in Australia. Saw one in Carmel Valley when I was there in 2015 and LOVED it. I have a 3rd Gen Prelude, S200 and CR-V. Ridgeline would be perfect addition.
The Gen I are awesome we're on our second one, bulletproof and super cool features. They look so much better than the egg shaped new ones which look like sh*t..
My 2007 has 280,000 miles on it with nothing done to it that isn't normal wear and tear stuff. Still runs strong! My wife calls it my "sissy truck," but I love it!
That’s amazing, I also have a 2007 and mine has 120,000 and I was giving some thought to maybe getting rid of it because it was getting kind of old. If yours has that kind of milage and still running great 👍 I think I’ll just keep it and just do some mods to it. Thanks
Just bought one with 292k Runs like a champ..Everything works on it..like you said just normal wear seats etc..Great little truck..To me it resembles a Mini Avalanche
Very good...Well Done! I drove a 1,000 miles to buy my 2011 RTL a cpl yrs back. Totally worth it, even after all the other comical youtube vids panning the Ridge along with my All American, live or die buying American Made, Country neighbor (that I love to joke with) after his his last Chevy succumb to immense electrical issues & his newer GMC also experienced major issues prior to my older Honda Non- truck having little to no issues 🤣🤣
I'm driving a 2013 Ridgeline that I'm borrowing since my 05 Dodge Ram blew up. I have to say I wasn't sure about it at first but honestly it's pretty cool little truck and I think it tows my 17 ft bowrider just as good if not better than my Dodge with the Hemi. I love the trunk and how the tailgate opens two different ways. I don't think I would ever buy one, but I'm enjoying driving this one for now.
@@shadowman1992 My cousin has it now. I think it's around 140-150k. Still runs like a top. The only issue is that the brakes are spongy, and we can't figure out what to do about it. I did brakes and rotors all the way around and had brake fluid flushed when I had it, and it didn't do anything. Other than that, it's a great little truck
I want a vehicle that is -big enough to sometimes take 5 people -big enough to get supplies for my shops -get at least 19mpg -reliable -not overpriced by brand name And here I am
Yes this guy can sell water to a well. I clicked on this video because im thinking about buying a 2008 and wanted to know reviews on it. I might be switching from my toyota to Honda. 👍🏾
I love my 2012 Ridgeline. My Ridgeline is fully loaded with Navigation at 98,000 miles. Black leather interior. Same color as the one show. So clean that you could eat off the interior. Won't even think of trading it for the new ones. So I get teased that I'm not in the Truck Gang. Doesn't bother me.
He forgot something. I have a 2010 Ridgeline. If you press and hold the key button down it'll automatically roll down all the windows. Its a nice feature. We often spent the day at the zoo with the vehicle sitting out in 90 degree weather. It can get close to 200 degrees inside of that truck. To cool it down quicker I simply roll down the windows as soon as we get in key fob range of the truck. Another thing the window feature is useful for. With the rear seats folded upright and the back fully loaded, I can literally fit more things in the back that won't fall out by rolling down the windows and placing them inside, I roll them back up by the drivers window controls. I use the feature again to removing items before opening the doors when I get home. Some versions of the truck has covered side ports in the truck beds with plug ins for conventional electrical items. Great for tail gate parties or construction workers. who need to charge batteries.Some have auto start, which I really don't need where I live because there is seldom a warm up needed. My vehicle also has a spring helper option for towing or hauling heavy loads. I do haul river rock for new pens for my water fowl and its' come in handy to have. If I use an extension out of the towing port I can fit one or two more bales of straw for my birds. With the spring helper option I could add a trailer anytime one is needed. I keep my fluids changed and my filters clean to prolong engine, differential, and tranny life. But I do that with all of my vehicles. Our homes are our biggest investments and our vehicles are our second biggest investments with major appliances being in third place. It pays to always maintain our vehicles for their longevity. . My Ridgeline still drives like an SUV instead of a rattly older truck. If I'm not using my tonneau cover and it rains heavy the trunk can get full of water. I just open the plug in the trunk and leave it open. The truck looks really sharp with the tonneau cover, and it helps to keep groceries hidden if I have to run inside another store on my way home from the grocers. Yes I could use the trunk, but that would require cleaning the thing, which I don't. I have seen other Ridgeline owners fill the trunk compartment with Ice and beverages. The drain port is great for dumping residual ice water! That hidden trunk is a great place to hide presents in if it's not leaking rainwater or snow melt. I put my gifts into plastic contractor bags just to be safe. Kids are nosy when it comes to gifts. There just aren't enough hiding places. This is one of the good spots! It's locked and requires the key. If you ever have a problem with the trunk not opening once you get it opened (use a long tool through the drain port and a flashlight to push the safety release) make sure the metal line with the ball on the end is seated correctly in the locking mechanism. It can get knocked out of alignment if you use your trunk a lot. That safety release lever inside of the trunk is just in case someone would get locked in the trunk.With the tailgate up even that emergency latch isn't going to save anyone. At least the drain port would prevent asphyxiation if it's open. The VTM-4 is a fabulous option and helped get me out of icy conditions more than once when traveling up north, but it's also great for mud slicks down south.If there's icy patches on a road the VTM-4 is the way to go! Between the VTM-4 and snow tires in the winter up north this truck can traverse almost anything when everyone else is getting stuck on heavy snow days. I used to use a heavy logging chain and pull my neighbors out of the snow banks We always had to hurry before the snow plows came. How does one hurry with that much snow piled up and super cold weather? .I live in the wonderful south now and love every minute of it. Only enough snow for the Holidays and I'm happy. I'm getting to old to be shoveling sidewalks and digging out cars. I never had to dig out my truck though. It simply plowed right through snow banks! Aside from regular maintenance of brakes and fluid changes the only repairs I've had to do on my 2010 is the starter and then the alternator that went next, and of course it fried the older battery(but it was due anyway) But that's not bad for a well performing truck. If you ever get all sorts of idiot lights going off, check to see if you have a flat tire, or almost flat tire. It seems to cure such ailments. Also too if you are installing your own seat covers of the fancy durable washable kind. Pick a cold day. Put the covers one or two at a time in your dryer to heat them up "just a few minutes". It makes them more pliable and stretchy and the cold seats are at their tightest smallest (albeit a fraction ) size. Install seems to work better and faster. Make sure you know where you vehicle was made. One battery disconnect and your vehicle will need a radio reset. No one placed the radio codes anywhere in the vehicle. I could not get the codes to work off of the internet. That's because my vehicle was made in Canada with different codes! Corporate Honda customer service does have people who can look up your codes with your VIN number.Write that code in paint inside of your glove compartment so you'll always have it or when you sell it the next owner will also. Another note : there are different shades of paints for Canadian manufactured vehicles. If you need touch up paints you'll need an exact match with your VIN. I hope you enjoy your ridgeline as much as I enjoy mine. It's been my favorite vehicle since the day I bought it, and I'm hoping it'll last me until I go to walk with Jesus.
I’m pretty sure the ridgeline will be my next vehicle. After my current pick up dies. It will do all the stuff I need to do. But it’s not a truck. Frame and suspension makes it not a truck in my eyes. It’s a SUV with the back end cut off.
The definition of a truck has nothing to do with frame and suspension, you people trip me out. If it has a bed and a tailgate and can haul at least 4 or 5 thousand pounds then it is a truck period
My 2008 has 151000 miles bought in 2010. Always maintained regularly. Watch for instrument cluster to start blinking. But easy enough to replace. Catalytic converter replaced in 2022. Headliner replaced in 2023. Now off to paint and body to fix a few dings and scratches. Then to line x for recoating composite bed liner. Has hauled collision center parts , gardening supply’s, grandkids and fur kids. Looking for another 151000 miles out of it. Yea it’s that good.
EZ to service yourself, unlike some Ford and GM vehicles. The Japanese are four steps ahead of American auto makers. My 2010 Ridgeline has been dependable for 94.000 miles and 12 years. Only problem I had was a Transmission valve sensor.
@@kftc1980 My 2013 Honda Ridgeline, as per the Honda dealership, here in Boise, Idaho, I asked about that and they indicated "it's always in 4-wheel drive. If you look at your front panel, you will see like a "sliding" emblem. You use that if the roads and slick and icey.
Sorry, Friend, Friend. I was out of town in the State of Washington on business. I saw this Honda Ridgeline and HAD to look at it; 2013 4WD; leather interior; upgraded Navagation System (which I don't know the code; so I'm working on that); ALL the bells and whistles, meantime, it had $57,000 miles on it! I bought it for $25,000. I can't say enough about my Ridgeline. I work alone a lot in my vehicle so I wanted to be safer. This takes the "cake". Ladies, if you have children, drive alone by yourself; this Ridgeline is for you! Beautiful; oh, it's a Hawaiian Blue. Oh yeah, I don't have a "donut" for a spare. I have the original tire that is on the truck itself. Good luck everybody. Own a Ridgeline!!!
Look at all these fool "full size" trucks that only have a 6' bed. Only thing wrong with this is the boring silver color. Enough with silver, grey, and white vehicles.
Toyota Tacomas are super overrated now a days. These ridge lines are so much cooler. Feel sorry for the people who fell victim to getting lured into a Tacoma in the last few years as they have become so overpriced for such a mediocre vehicle. Yes tacomas can run for a long time but so do frontiers and especially these ridgelines
😂 sorry dude it's not a truck it's an El Camino SUV top reason's for this 1 biggest 1 is it's not leaf springs it's rear coils can't handle anymore weight in that bed then a SUV trunk this reduces the trailer payload reason 2 very limited trailer weight payload towing capacity reason 3 the bed is to short to conveniently carry 8 ft lumber or materials without the tail gate down very inconvenient reason 4 its all time AWD with 4WD 4 wheel lock not a rear wheel drive with real 4x4 more to break an more expensive to fix now would this vehicle be perfect for a contractor only carrying his tools to site everyday yes it has perfect storage setup for this purpose but that doesn't make it a real truck it's a Swiss army knife sport utility vehicle hence SUV 😂 I own a 2008 ridgeline I've also had Chevy an Ford 1/2 an 1/4 tonnes an driven 3/4 an 1 tonnes too for reference
I guess I'll add that I do like my ridgeline lol it's an awesome sport utility vehicle I just don't feel it really fits in the truck category unfortunately 😆
Scotty just did video on them. Very underrated truck. We have 2007 purchased new over 217,000 miles. Rides exceptionally well because of Unibody design and Rear Independent Suspension. Great highway ride.
my dad left his silver 06 ridgeline to my brother in his will but now that he needs a bigger truck for his business it’s going to me and i’m so excited. i’ve loved that truck since the moment my dad got it and i’m glad i get to take him everywhere i go
The Ridgeline is a phenomenal light duty truck. 90% of truck owners don't need heavy duty towing/hauling capability. The quality and reliability is superb.
This guy's gotta be the best salesman in the country.
I'd say the look is probably what scares most "truck" people away. This ridgeline is super clean. Id love to have one like this if I didn't have a tacoma
Seems like everyone has a tocoma
The Look? I just bought one.i don't know if anyone notice but to me it resembles a Mini Avalanche
@@garciadavid582Exactly
Newer Toyota tacomas are super overrated, I use to own those 2000 generation tacomas. But I also had a 98 frontier which was its competitor and that 98 frontier drove some much better than the Tacoma it was astonishing. My brother now has a ridgeline and it is way cooler than the tacomas.
My 2011 Honda Ridgeline RTL has 130,000 miles and is still going strong! I stay ahead of the maintenance and take great care of it. Still looks amazing. BTW- I can haul 2 dirt bikes, 2 large gear bags, awning, chairs and 2 bike stands with the tailgate down and a moto net. Also, 2 small coolers and tool box in the cab with the back seats up. Took a while to get it down, but now 15 minutes to load all of that.
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
@@shadowman1992 No valve job. Haven’t needed one.
The trunk also has a drain plug to let the melted ice water out. I love my 2008, have put 160k on it. I have three bikes mounted in the bed and it has been all over the country.
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
I have an 08, my transmission went out right after 100k miles, got that fixed and it overheated once then the radiator blew up because of the plastic getting brittle from age and over heated again trying to make it home. I got the radiator changed and now it works great, didnt blow the head gasket. Ive used it to tow quite a bit and close to capacity, up steep hills too, probably why the transmission gave out early. Its a great truck with decent power for what it is. Took it offroad with a 2” lift and does pretty well. Now i got a new silverado with a diesel engine to do heavier hauls but i held on to my ridgeline for taking the trash to the transfer station and small trips to the store and some offroad trips, i cant give it up, it served me well and continues to do so, il gonna repaint it, fix it up, and keep it until it cant be driven anymore
I love my 2006 Ridgeline, you can put a Onyx RCR in the back seats with a little finessing. Very underrated truck.
Nothing more that I miss than my 06 Ridgeline. My 23’ Silverado is pretty & strong but nowhere near as functional as my old Honda. Not even close!
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
Most people love the Tacoma or tundra but this truck is low key underrated
I traded my 17 tundra crewmax off road for a 2022 Ridgeline black edition. Never considered a RL and in fact I was looking to get a 2022 tundra or taco but both are lacking in comfort,
Tech, useable space, function, fuel economy and are both overpriced for what they are. I love my RL and I am no longer a Toyota guy.
I cannot like this video enough. I've been going back and forth on my next vehicle choice and recently saw a Ridgeline I'm willing to check out. You have all but sold me on what seems to be the obvious choice. I appreciate your insight my friend.
Just had my water pump and timing belt replaced . Was surprised to see old belt still looked new 123,000 mi.2008 RTL did struts 4weeks ago love my ridgeline! If yu don’t need a big truck this first gen ridgeline is the rig for you . Had all of them from 1970 till now .this is the best by far .
This has to be the best Honda Ridgeline sales pitch I've ever heard! You've made me want to buy one lol good job making the video
After 9 F150's/1 F250, I bought a 2006 Ridgeline with 187k miles. Great for 90% of what people need a truck for.
I own a 2014 Ridgeline and I love it. It drives great in the snow because it's front wheel drive and you engage the rear wheels for four wheel drive. I'm 6'3" and I can fit behind myself in the rear seat. The lockable storage in the bed is some convenient.
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
Thanks for the video! There are a few more features some folks like - e.g., with rear seats up, a trail bike's tires fit in the floor groove. The VTM-4 traction helps in slippery conditions (but works only in 1, 2 3 and R - not in Drive).
Here's my experience. In 2019, I bought a used 2012 Ridgeline (assembled in Alabama) for CA$15K with almost the same model/trim as in the video - cloth seats, no nav system, no roof racks. Came with 188,000 Km on it; now has 235,000Km (146,000 mi.) and still going strong. Being in Ontario Canada, I have spare steel rims with winter tires, and got it undercoated against the salt used on highways. My prior Ridgeline was a used 2006 (assembled in Ontario) I bought at 150,000Km and sold at 254,000Km - The transmission had developed a ticking sound. (only because I drove it a few miles too long with the fluid leaking out.)
Also the rear cross-member under the tailgate rusted out - Honda has recently issued a recall. This may not be a problem in the US South. Here, we can just rust-proof against it.
Ideal configuration for my wife and me, who have a cottage (i.e., need modest carrying & towing capacity) and occasionally have passengers who need leg room (which is more than in other compact trucks).
A friend has a 2008 with 400,000KM and says she will maintain & keep it 'forever' because she likes it so much better than the new style.
My favourite vehicle ever, and I’ve had many. Still driving my 06 (passed the rear-frame recall) and hopefully will drive it many more years. PS - it won Motor Trend Truck of the year in debut year 2006 …. And a tip for Ridge owners who do not know - put the key in the door lock and turn it right and hold to put all windows down, opposite way to put them back up and lock veh. I use this often to cool the truck down before putting my dogs in during the summer. (And replace the one cheap washer in the radiator asap if you haven’t done so!)
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
Hold down your unlock button on the remote and it will roll down all the windows
If you push the unlock button on the key fob twice, and hold it down on the second, you can open the windows while outside of the vehicle.
That’s all Honda’s
Hate that feature I have done it by accident from my pocket
I love my 2011 Ridgeline, I call it my "man-van".
I love that name, someone make it a sticker for these trucks!!
I've had a few silverados and I got a ridgeline last year. It's a 2006 with 60k. The in bed storage is awesome for me with my kid playing hockey. His stinky hockey gear stays in there undercover. And I'm 6'3, it has as much room as my silverado and even more room in the back seats. Plus living in NH it's much better in the snow. All the truck I need
I have a 2006 and I love it! Takes me fishing and mountain biking every weekend! Just hit 200k and still running strong.
A yr ago I bought a 2007 ridgeline with 111000 original km's on it,I love it. For a 17 yr old truck it is as clean as the one in the video,paid 10,000 cdn for it and when I had it into Honda for a service they offered me 26,000 for it,so they really hold there value.
My 06 Honda Ridgeline has 260 thousand miles. Runs great. No problems!
This guy is the Joel Osteen of Used car sales. This guy can sell anything. Good stuff.
Still love my 2008 Honda Ridgeline almost 200000 miles still going strong
I wish we could get these in Australia. Saw one in Carmel Valley when I was there in 2015 and LOVED it. I have a 3rd Gen Prelude, S200 and CR-V. Ridgeline would be perfect addition.
My 2006 has 130k mikes with no issues ever. Will go another 100k at least. Best vehicle buy ever.
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
The Gen I are awesome we're on our second one, bulletproof and super cool features. They look so much better than the egg shaped new ones which look like sh*t..
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
I’ve had Chevy trucks, Ford F150 vans and my 2014 Honda Ridgeline and my Ridgeline is my Truck! A Real Truck! Kind Thanks!
My 2012 is best TRUCK ive had, still going strong.
My 2007 has 280,000 miles on it with nothing done to it that isn't normal wear and tear stuff. Still runs strong! My wife calls it my "sissy truck," but I love it!
MINE HAS 334000
That’s amazing, I also have a 2007 and mine has 120,000 and I was giving some thought to maybe getting rid of it because it was getting kind of old. If yours has that kind of milage and still running great 👍 I think I’ll just keep it and just do some mods to it. Thanks
Just bought one with 292k Runs like a champ..Everything works on it..like you said just normal wear seats etc..Great little truck..To me it resembles a Mini Avalanche
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
@@tonyneedsjesuschristHave you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
Very good...Well Done! I drove a 1,000 miles to buy my 2011 RTL a cpl yrs back. Totally worth it, even after all the other comical youtube vids panning the Ridge along with my All American, live or die buying American Made, Country neighbor (that I love to joke with) after his his last Chevy succumb to immense electrical issues & his newer GMC also experienced major issues prior to my older Honda Non- truck having little to no issues 🤣🤣
I'm driving a 2013 Ridgeline that I'm borrowing since my 05 Dodge Ram blew up. I have to say I wasn't sure about it at first but honestly it's pretty cool little truck and I think it tows my 17 ft bowrider just as good if not better than my Dodge with the Hemi. I love the trunk and how the tailgate opens two different ways. I don't think I would ever buy one, but I'm enjoying driving this one for now.
just admit it... you like it more than the ram 1500 ;)
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline
@@shadowman1992 I don't have it anymore, but I don't think it ever had the valves adjusted.
@@franksmythe6969thanks for the reply? How many miles did you have on it when you had it last ?
@@shadowman1992 My cousin has it now. I think it's around 140-150k. Still runs like a top. The only issue is that the brakes are spongy, and we can't figure out what to do about it. I did brakes and rotors all the way around and had brake fluid flushed when I had it, and it didn't do anything. Other than that, it's a great little truck
I love it i have a 2012 128,000 🎉 and still going strong no problem
Suprised no onne has moded the seat rail to allow the seat to recline to 180 so you can make a full size bed in the cab.
That’s a good idea
The Ridgeline is a "caruck". I have a 2007. So awesome. Its like a Suv had a baby with an El Camino. 😅
I want a vehicle that is
-big enough to sometimes take 5 people
-big enough to get supplies for my shops
-get at least 19mpg
-reliable
-not overpriced by brand name
And here I am
You had a fan in this video when you started talking about filling the trunk with ice and Dr. Pepper’s in there lmao awesome honest review 👍🏾
Dude: Does a cryptic opener about the vehicle
The thumbnail and title in unison: HONDA RIDGELINE!!🎉🎉🎉
Yes this guy can sell water to a well. I clicked on this video because im thinking about buying a 2008 and wanted to know reviews on it. I might be switching from my toyota to Honda. 👍🏾
He's got skills and Honda hit it on the spot with the Ridgeline. Did you get one?
2007 155k, still running like new. I use it daily for work.
All I wish is the aftermarket to be there
07 rtl with navigation and rear camera bought 5 yrs I have under seat accessories bought with 132k now has 183k
I love my 2012 Ridgeline. My Ridgeline is fully loaded with Navigation at 98,000 miles. Black leather interior. Same color as the one show. So clean that you could eat off the interior. Won't even think of trading it for the new ones. So I get teased that I'm not in the Truck Gang. Doesn't bother me.
Just got a 2010 rigdeline I love it my last truck was 2008 f150 should have a got a rigdeline from day one
never owned a pick up before... and dont have a need either since I work from home and live in a big city... but mann i want thissss 😆😆😆
The cup holder area also slides forward for more storage
He forgot something. I have a 2010 Ridgeline. If you press and hold the key button down it'll automatically roll down all the windows. Its a nice feature. We often spent the day at the zoo with the vehicle sitting out in 90 degree weather. It can get close to 200 degrees inside of that truck. To cool it down quicker I simply roll down the windows as soon as we get in key fob range of the truck. Another thing the window feature is useful for. With the rear seats folded upright and the back fully loaded, I can literally fit more things in the back that won't fall out by rolling down the windows and placing them inside, I roll them back up by the drivers window controls. I use the feature again to removing items before opening the doors when I get home.
Some versions of the truck has covered side ports in the truck beds with plug ins for conventional electrical items. Great for tail gate parties or construction workers. who need to charge batteries.Some have auto start, which I really don't need where I live because there is seldom a warm up needed.
My vehicle also has a spring helper option for towing or hauling heavy loads. I do haul river rock for new pens for my water fowl and its' come in handy to have. If I use an extension out of the towing port I can fit one or two more bales of straw for my birds. With the spring helper option I could add a trailer anytime one is needed.
I keep my fluids changed and my filters clean to prolong engine, differential, and tranny life. But I do that with all of my vehicles. Our homes are our biggest investments and our vehicles are our second biggest investments with major appliances being in third place. It pays to always maintain our vehicles for their longevity. . My Ridgeline still drives like an SUV instead of a rattly older truck.
If I'm not using my tonneau cover and it rains heavy the trunk can get full of water. I just open the plug in the trunk and leave it open. The truck looks really sharp with the tonneau cover, and it helps to keep groceries hidden if I have to run inside another store on my way home from the grocers. Yes I could use the trunk, but that would require cleaning the thing, which I don't. I have seen other Ridgeline owners fill the trunk compartment with Ice and beverages. The drain port is great for dumping residual ice water! That hidden trunk is a great place to hide presents in if it's not leaking rainwater or snow melt. I put my gifts into plastic contractor bags just to be safe. Kids are nosy when it comes to gifts. There just aren't enough hiding places. This is one of the good spots! It's locked and requires the key. If you ever have a problem with the trunk not opening once you get it opened (use a long tool through the drain port and a flashlight to push the safety release) make sure the metal line with the ball on the end is seated correctly in the locking mechanism. It can get knocked out of alignment if you use your trunk a lot. That safety release lever inside of the trunk is just in case someone would get locked in the trunk.With the tailgate up even that emergency latch isn't going to save anyone. At least the drain port would prevent asphyxiation if it's open.
The VTM-4 is a fabulous option and helped get me out of icy conditions more than once when traveling up north, but it's also great for mud slicks down south.If there's icy patches on a road the VTM-4 is the way to go! Between the VTM-4 and snow tires in the winter up north this truck can traverse almost anything when everyone else is getting stuck on heavy snow days. I used to use a heavy logging chain and pull my neighbors out of the snow banks We always had to hurry before the snow plows came. How does one hurry with that much snow piled up and super cold weather? .I live in the wonderful south now and love every minute of it. Only enough snow for the Holidays and I'm happy. I'm getting to old to be shoveling sidewalks and digging out cars. I never had to dig out my truck though. It simply plowed right through snow banks!
Aside from regular maintenance of brakes and fluid changes the only repairs I've had to do on my 2010 is the starter and then the alternator that went next, and of course it fried the older battery(but it was due anyway) But that's not bad for a well performing truck. If you ever get all sorts of idiot lights going off, check to see if you have a flat tire, or almost flat tire. It seems to cure such ailments.
Also too if you are installing your own seat covers of the fancy durable washable kind. Pick a cold day. Put the covers one or two at a time in your dryer to heat them up "just a few minutes". It makes them more pliable and stretchy and the cold seats are at their tightest smallest (albeit a fraction ) size. Install seems to work better and faster.
Make sure you know where you vehicle was made. One battery disconnect and your vehicle will need a radio reset. No one placed the radio codes anywhere in the vehicle. I could not get the codes to work off of the internet. That's because my vehicle was made in Canada with different codes! Corporate Honda customer service does have people who can look up your codes with your VIN number.Write that code in paint inside of your glove compartment so you'll always have it or when you sell it the next owner will also. Another note : there are different shades of paints for Canadian manufactured vehicles. If you need touch up paints you'll need an exact match with your VIN. I hope you enjoy your ridgeline as much as I enjoy mine. It's been my favorite vehicle since the day I bought it, and I'm hoping it'll last me until I go to walk with Jesus.
Man this guy just sold me on a Ridgeline... Where do I sign?!
ive been looking at these I think youve sold me. I wanted a new one but the 2013 might be the move for me.
I’m pretty sure the ridgeline will be my next vehicle. After my current pick up dies. It will do all the stuff I need to do. But it’s not a truck. Frame and suspension makes it not a truck in my eyes. It’s a SUV with the back end cut off.
The definition of a truck has nothing to do with frame and suspension, you people trip me out. If it has a bed and a tailgate and can haul at least 4 or 5 thousand pounds then it is a truck period
The Ridgeline has a a boxed frame, ya know, like a truck. It's not just an SUV with the back lopped off.
Great video! Lots of good, solid information.
Slide the center console towards the dash
My 2008 has 151000 miles bought in 2010. Always maintained regularly. Watch for instrument cluster to start blinking. But easy enough to replace. Catalytic converter replaced in 2022. Headliner replaced in 2023. Now off to paint and body to fix a few dings and scratches. Then to line x for recoating composite bed liner. Has hauled collision center parts , gardening supply’s, grandkids and fur kids. Looking for another 151000 miles out of it. Yea it’s that good.
I love my 2007 Ridgeline.
Been thinking about getting one thank you for video
Lays guy was 🔥
This guy is a total hoot. ❤
The 5000 lb towing is more than enough to rescue an equipment trailer when the 1 ton diesel breaks down and has to be towed.
I have a 2008 Honda Ridgeline I love my truck
Have you ever had a valve adjustment on your ridgeline?
Honda Ridgeline is considered a super long life car according to recent reports from msn cars.
Reminds me soooo much of funny white guy go to black out Love it
Great vehicle....
Come s with a purse. ..
This guy could sell oceanfront property in Arizona.
How do you lock the tailgate
Dude you read my mind! I was gonna buy this for the wife, but secretly get it for myself. Trucker ego I guess.
If you put your key in the door and turn it to the right and keep it turned all the windows will go down on it automatically
thats a truck damn it!
“Holy macaronis” 😂
Did u sell it already
Excellent salesman
It's like comparing hammers. A shoe cobbler's hammer or a sledgehammer. their both hammers and they both hammer things so...
EZ to service yourself, unlike some Ford and GM vehicles. The Japanese are four steps ahead of American auto makers. My 2010 Ridgeline has been dependable for 94.000 miles and 12 years. Only problem I had was a Transmission valve sensor.
Awesome video, Keep it up :)
2011 model
What about a canopy? Love the truck but need a canopy.
Honda’s Only truck
Turbo engine is just more $$$ when it breaks down
Missing the plug on ice chest! 😁 Still available?
Thankz Chad D.
A truck has 4x4, not awd. It had a seperate bed and cab, not one piece. A truck has body on frame, not unibody.
This dude Cajun?
Is it just me? I don’t really feel the 4wd kick in , like my dad’s Chevy avalanche .
That might be the difference between full time Awd and part time 4wd.
@@kftc1980 My 2013 Honda Ridgeline, as per the Honda dealership, here in Boise, Idaho, I asked about that and they indicated "it's always in 4-wheel drive. If you look at your front panel, you will see like a "sliding" emblem. You use that if the roads and slick and icey.
My favorite saying now "Holy Macaroni's"
SORRY FRIEND, BUT MY 2013 RIDGE LINE CAN STAND TOE TO TOE WITH YOURS, OK IT HAS 86.GRAND ON IT BUT IT IS STILL SHOW ROOM FRESH.
Sorry, Friend, Friend. I was out of town in the State of Washington on business. I saw this Honda Ridgeline and HAD to look at it; 2013 4WD; leather interior; upgraded Navagation System (which I don't know the code; so I'm working on that); ALL the bells and whistles, meantime, it had $57,000 miles on it! I bought it for $25,000. I can't say enough about my Ridgeline. I work alone a lot in my vehicle so I wanted to be safer. This takes the "cake". Ladies, if you have children, drive alone by yourself; this Ridgeline is for you! Beautiful; oh, it's a Hawaiian Blue. Oh yeah, I don't have a "donut" for a spare. I have the original tire that is on the truck itself. Good luck everybody. Own a Ridgeline!!!
P.S. There is a "Honda Ridgeline Owners Club Forum". You can chat back and forth...awesome site
Look at all these fool "full size" trucks that only have a 6' bed. Only thing wrong with this is the boring silver color. Enough with silver, grey, and white vehicles.
I don’t have a truck I have an SUV 🚙
you take to many oictures of the ground :)
Toyota Tacomas are super overrated now a days. These ridge lines are so much cooler. Feel sorry for the people who fell victim to getting lured into a Tacoma in the last few years as they have become so overpriced for such a mediocre vehicle. Yes tacomas can run for a long time but so do frontiers and especially these ridgelines
Sit on tail gate nnnnooo way
😂 sorry dude it's not a truck it's an El Camino SUV top reason's for this 1 biggest 1 is it's not leaf springs it's rear coils can't handle anymore weight in that bed then a SUV trunk this reduces the trailer payload reason 2 very limited trailer weight payload towing capacity reason 3 the bed is to short to conveniently carry 8 ft lumber or materials without the tail gate down very inconvenient reason 4 its all time AWD with 4WD 4 wheel lock not a rear wheel drive with real 4x4 more to break an more expensive to fix now would this vehicle be perfect for a contractor only carrying his tools to site everyday yes it has perfect storage setup for this purpose but that doesn't make it a real truck it's a Swiss army knife sport utility vehicle hence SUV 😂 I own a 2008 ridgeline I've also had Chevy an Ford 1/2 an 1/4 tonnes an driven 3/4 an 1 tonnes too for reference
I guess I'll add that I do like my ridgeline lol it's an awesome sport utility vehicle I just don't feel it really fits in the truck category unfortunately 😆
....still not a truck
@ 7:00 If he drinks Dr Pepper, he probably has a boyfriend, not a wife :-)
Uhg trying to hard to be funny
That garbage
I didn't see a chevy or ford
No cap
Scotty just did video on them.
Very underrated truck. We have 2007 purchased new over 217,000 miles.
Rides exceptionally well because of Unibody design and Rear Independent Suspension. Great highway ride.