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I say you go with one of these bad boys. A bonus is that NOTHING screams, "I have a tiny penis!" quite as loudly as pulling up in one of these.
That thing looks like a fire hazard with the exposed gas tanks.
Anyways, my grandmother (who doesn't look old) traded a '09 Tahoe for a new Chevy Traverse, I've driven it several times and was very impressed. It has a very smooth and quiet ride, and the 3.6 engine has lts of power when you need it to.
I am in the market for a new vehicle, and after being HIT by people in gigantic SUV's, I decided to get a big vehicle. Gas mileage isn't a big issue for me, but I would prefer a safe, reliable and large vehicle. The vehicle should be eligible for the business credit provided by the government, as well. Over 6000 gross vehicle weight, I believe.
I am considering 2005 and earlier Honda Pilot. I decided to forgo the Ridgeline until I learn more about the reliability of the electronic components. I do light hauling and prefer a larger vehicle.
Any suggestions for reliable vehicles would be really appreciated. Also, personal experiences with the Pilot.
First of all, your survivability in an accident involves a lot of variables. And larger is not always safer. I have some friends who were in a PT Cruiser. Thy lost control in slushy conditions on the Intersate, crossed over the median, and hit a Suburban nearly head on. They walked away, but the driver of the Suburban was killed. Go figure.
Honestly, if I were you, I'd be looking at a 1/2 ton 4x4 extended cab pickup. They are extremely versatile vehicles. I'm more of a Chevy guy, but am not blind to the others.
I am in the market for a new vehicle, and after being HIT by people in gigantic SUV's, I decided to get a big vehicle. Gas mileage isn't a big issue for me, but I would prefer a safe, reliable and large vehicle. The vehicle should be eligible for the business credit provided by the government, as well. Over 6000 gross vehicle weight, I believe.
I am considering 2005 and earlier Honda Pilot. I decided to forgo the Ridgeline until I learn more about the reliability of the electronic components. I do light hauling and prefer a larger vehicle.
Any suggestions for reliable vehicles would be really appreciated. Also, personal experiences with the Pilot.
A Suburban will fit this need perfectly at a good price. Look for a nice clean Suburban in the 2000-2002 range with low miles (they are out there ! ) to own a vehicle that will run an easy 300,000 + miles and last for decades with only minor care.
Honda/Acuras eat transmissions. Everyone I know has had their transmission replaced at least once. Why are you favoring Honda? A Suburban or Tahoe will give you better value & reliability.
My personal choice would be an F250 or and excursion. Mild lift, a good set of steel bumpers and some rock sliders (side impact protection) is about all you'd ever need. The nouns is you can take just about anywhere.
Honda/Acuras eat transmissions. Everyone I know has had their transmission replaced at least once. Why are you favoring Honda? A Suburban or Tahoe will give you better value & reliability.
This is complete garbage. Everyone you know that drives a Honda?
No one would buy a Honda if this were true. Some Accords had problems with their automatics but that generation of transmission is long ago now.
We own a 2006 Pilot, a 2006 Ridgeline, a 2004 Element, and a 1997 NSX (6 speed manual). Not a tranny hiccup to report on any of them. My father's Fit has been perfect.
(And we own other vehicles. We just happen to have several Hondas right now)
This is complete garbage. Everyone you know that drives a Honda?
No one would buy a Honda if this were true. Some Accords had problems with their automatics but that generation of transmission is long ago now.
We own a 2006 Pilot, a 2006 Ridgeline, a 2004 Element, and a 1997 NSX (6 speed manual). Not a tranny hiccup to report on any of them. My father's Fit has been perfect.
(And we own other vehicles. We just happen to have several Hondas right now)
Honda/Acura circa 2000-2003 or so are well known to have premature transmission failure and led to a recall in 2004. The models covered were the 2002-4 Odyssey; the 2003–4 Pilot; the 2001–2 Acura MDX; the 2003–4 Accord V-6; the 2000–4 Acura 3.2 TL and the 2001–3 Acura 3.2 CL.
There was also a big recall to fix transmission issues last year for the 2005-2010 Element, Accord, and CRV.
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) traded a '09 Tahoe for a new Chevy Traverse, I've driven it several times and was very impressed. It has a very smooth and quiet ride, and the 3.6 engine has lts of power when you need it to.
