Having a car here is fantastic, unless you're single and don't need it. I sold my 4Runner in the US before I moved and went through this exact thought process...used vs. new. I ended up getting a new Toyota Hilux as we do drive around a lot and just don't want to risk older car issues especially if you're in a remote area. Breaking down on the side of the road IS WAY more uncomfortable here than in the US. Peace of mind is worth something.
Yes maintenance is a must. We are planning for April for our 3 mos visit in Pangasinan. We bought a used 2003 Pajero last owner let maintenance go. Had a complete fluid change, and diesel engine tune-up. Runs like brane new. Just had engine motor mount rubber replaced, glad it was done rubber very soft and made engine vibrate to much. Glad everything is working in your favor and not to many bad things happening.
I go to the same shop, after others recommend it to me. I haven't had any problems with them. Other places have been cheeper, but not much. The trust i have with them is well worth the few pesos difference.
Former Master Tech here. On a Honda the most important maintenance is the Timing Belt, tensioner and water pump. Secondary are the coil on plug. It's easy to fix anything as long as you can get parts.
Hey Marker, the last time I was at Davao, a van driver from Calinan to Davao,,, he started talking to me that he was a vehicle mechanic for 25 years of his life, and decided he was going to just drive vans for the rest of his life,,, we went on talking about the best vehicles he hardly worked on and he was very descriptive about the vehciles he would prefer for me,,, I didn’t even ask him a bout the types of vehicles I wanted to know about, but he just told me the best vehicles are and would be the best option in purchasing would be the suv Toyota and the suv mitshubishi suv models,,, above all,,, the Isuzu models in the deisel engine brands,,, a good used one with lower kilos would be a great option ,,, that’s what I am going to be looking into,,, maybe a little in higher cost,,, but if you want a new model, the Suzuki 2025 van is quite an option,,, look into it,,, it’s quite nice,,, take good care,,,
Older car stay on preventive maintenance. That era Honda runs forever. Get those tools out to give you something to do, I know you can do it. I myself like tinkering with cars. I have a ‘10 Malibu I changed the timing chain, changed out the ecm and cam chain sensor, and changed the oil when needed. Got 104,ooo miles and took her to Florida from Iowa. Not afraid to take it anywhere
Very good price for that repair and parts compared to the USA. Labor is cheap there but parts are probably a bit more. New cars must be sent to the dealer because of computer systems. This is more expensensive and the dealers are often backed up for weeks. I would keep the 2008 as it can be repaired anywhere.
Hi Marker... Makes sense to buy a new or fairly new car, but here in philippines, anything electrical is so pricey, sadly...Do you recommend Bagac to live ?as we thinking of relocating from Angeles to Bataan...
I would do a little bit of research and see at what mileage should you replace the timing belt because if that thing breaks you're looking at possibly major damage.
Scott are 2007vhonda crv was one thing after another, alta starter power steering pump ,thermo Stat housing radiator fix 1 thing then it's another oh yes both fans
Having a car here is fantastic, unless you're single and don't need it. I sold my 4Runner in the US before I moved and went through this exact thought process...used vs. new. I ended up getting a new Toyota Hilux as we do drive around a lot and just don't want to risk older car issues especially if you're in a remote area. Breaking down on the side of the road IS WAY more uncomfortable here than in the US. Peace of mind is worth something.
Recommend replacing the coolant with factory specs. Filling with water is a no no.
Yes maintenance is a must. We are planning for April for our 3 mos visit in Pangasinan. We bought a used 2003 Pajero last owner let maintenance go. Had a complete fluid change, and diesel engine tune-up. Runs like brane new. Just had engine motor mount rubber replaced, glad it was done rubber very soft and made engine vibrate to much. Glad everything is working in your favor and not to many bad things happening.
Sounds like youve got a reliable vehicle ready to go places!
I go to the same shop, after others recommend it to me. I haven't had any problems with them. Other places have been cheeper, but not much. The trust i have with them is well worth the few pesos difference.
Former Master Tech here. On a Honda the most important maintenance is the Timing Belt, tensioner and water pump. Secondary are the coil on plug. It's easy to fix anything as long as you can get parts.
Thanks for the tips!
Hey Marker, the last time I was at Davao, a van driver from Calinan to Davao,,, he started talking to me that he was a vehicle mechanic for 25 years of his life, and decided he was going to just drive vans for the rest of his life,,, we went on talking about the best vehicles he hardly worked on and he was very descriptive about the vehciles he would prefer for me,,, I didn’t even ask him a bout the types of vehicles I wanted to know about, but he just told me the best vehicles are and would be the best option in purchasing would be the suv Toyota and the suv mitshubishi suv models,,, above all,,, the Isuzu models in the deisel engine brands,,, a good used one with lower kilos would be a great option ,,, that’s what I am going to be looking into,,, maybe a little in higher cost,,, but if you want a new model, the Suzuki 2025 van is quite an option,,, look into it,,, it’s quite nice,,, take good care,,,
Thank you for the great information! I appreciate it.
Thats good price compare to what I paid in US.
Im sure about that.
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Very nice that they do every Christmas!
Older car stay on preventive maintenance. That era Honda runs forever. Get those tools out to give you something to do, I know you can do it. I myself like tinkering with cars. I have a ‘10 Malibu I changed the timing chain, changed out the ecm and cam chain sensor, and changed the oil when needed. Got 104,ooo miles and took her to Florida from Iowa. Not afraid to take it anywhere
Now that we are here all the time we will be able to keep up with maintenance and repairs much easier.
Very good price for that repair and parts compared to the USA. Labor is cheap there but parts are probably a bit more. New cars must be sent to the dealer because of computer systems. This is more expensensive and the dealers are often backed up for weeks. I would keep the 2008 as it can be repaired anywhere.
Good points! Thanks for the comment.
I believe honda last forever..is a good price not bad hay. 7k peso to repair 👍👍
We were happy to pay it and the service was excellent!
Hi Marker...
Makes sense to buy a new or fairly new car, but here in philippines, anything electrical is so pricey, sadly...Do you recommend Bagac to live ?as we thinking of relocating from Angeles to Bataan...
I would do a little bit of research and see at what mileage should you replace the timing belt because if that thing breaks you're looking at possibly major damage.
I'll keep that in mind. Thanks for the tip!
@@ClarenceKennedy-qw4vr excellent point. Preventive maintenance baby
Vehicle maintenance history is the only problem when buying used.
Also flooding can be a big concern in used cars here.
@Marker44 Very true.
Scott are 2007vhonda crv was one thing after another, alta starter power steering pump ,thermo Stat housing radiator fix 1 thing then it's another oh yes both fans
sorry to hear that. We feel like the car has held up pretty well being a 2008 and just sitting while we are gone.
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honda last forever
It's been a good car for us so far.
Get you a toyota corolla.
Probably would go with another SUV. Works well for us.