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I have an '03 Honda Element....bought it new with 7 miles on it, it now has 234k + .......still going strong, lots of mods already and more to come, best vehicle I've ever owned
Tim, I also have the '03 Honda Element bought new. Mine runs great to this date 5/6/2021.
I also have an 03. And only have 132,000
I have one too with 150k on it. Take care of them and they'll run forever
I bought a 2002 Pt Cruiser new. It served me well until the Tranny failed at 237K. Shoulda bought a Honda Element.
I bought for my daughter a 2003 Element EX , 135k , orange , one owner , all services done by the Honda dealer, only thing fixed was the driver bottom seat , took it to the upholstery shop , paid $125 and got a new seat cover identical to the original , I hate aftermarket removable seat covers, I upgraded the radio and speakers, my daughter love it 😆
one of us! one of us! Element Owners Unite
Thank you for saving an Elements life. These things will run forever if taken care of. I'm still driving one I bought for 3k with almost 200k miles.
My used 2006 was doing the same when I bought it and another guy with an Element that worked at Auto Zone told me to get an oil change and that was it too. Recently my front was damage and the insurance wanted to give me $4400.00 to total or $3300.00 to keep which I did and added $1000.00 and now it's great. It's in perfect condition and clean.
insane to see only a year later one with 200k miles sells for 5-9k now
I've had my 05 EX 5-speed Element since new. There's only about 137,000 miles on it. I still love it!
Hang onto it! Prices are going through the roof for these now.
I got a 07 ex AWD with 254458 miles and still going strong.!!💪💪
Take good care of it! 07 is a great year!
I like your car. It looks almost like a new car. You got a good deal on it for a thousand dollars. I seen used Honda Elements in good condition sell for over $5000 even with high mileage. Some are for sale for almost $10,000... but that's usually at a dealership
Always important to change all the fluids and filters with OEM parts and fluids when you purchase a used vehicle. Without full service records, you don’t know the last time all that was done.
Thanks for sharing your video and info with us.
I could've believe it when he said he didn't even do an oil change... Real rookie
Great point! Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave your feedback!
I tend to overthink and overdo simple repairs, its a character flaw lol!
Love my 06 element,,bought for 1900,110k..engine misfiring..swapped for one at junkyard ($380)I pulled myself..running like a champ now💪
Just got myself an Element too. Really love the channel you got, keep it up!
Thanks han! and thanks for the sub (sorry its 11 months late)
Okay, two great Element videos later and you've more than earned the subscribe. Looking forward to more videos.
Lol! Thank you very much, and double thank you for the sub!
I enjoyed your video. I like that you did the repair work yourself. I share your fondness for the Honda Element.
Thanks Fin! I appreciate the feedback.
fabulous YT vid! thanks for the effort and the sharing. i do lust after Honda Element as a daily driver. BIG thumbs up.
Thank you HMNLT (Tim, Jane, Jacob, BJ, et.al) for your exuberant and encouraging remarks on your own Toaster-mobile expediences. Two weeks ago I bought an '05 FWD/auto (red) for $ 2.3K with 267K miles and have been pretty happy with my decision.
But I won't lie, I've had a few panic attacks and moments of buyers remorse; Your words have reassured me.
It's really a vehicle to be proud of and I'm certainly impressed with the engineering. Everything inside works and the body's clean (two dings, no wrecks, no rust). It really suits my style... Plus, my dog thinks I bought it for her, with 3 seats lying flat she can own the whole interior at window level.
Current status:
In spite of the high mileage the cylinder compression was good (155-165).
I did an oil change and a valve adjustment *
Then I drove it 180+ miles on a single trip to clean it out, holding my breath-fearing the sound of a sucked valve, but it ran great. PHEW!
So far so good. I'm going to do another oil ch. ** and valve adj. in a week or so at 500 miles and retest the compression. Think good thoughts for us!
* with Seafoam engine cleaner, and Restore engine conditioner (oil additives) because it was filthy under the valve cover. It seemed to have had only two oil changes in the last 70K miles and the #2 cylinder's exhaust valves had NO clearance :(
** with no additives, just Mobile 1 synthetic oil
Glad you found some use in my videos. Sounds like you bought a real trooper of an element. As far as doing another 'flush' I'd wait till the 2000 mile mark. Synthetic oil already has a lot of detergents that will clean the engine, too much cleaning and you may clog your oil pump and VTEC components. Run it as is for 2k miles and monitor the oil the comes out. If it's not full of gunk, skip the second round of additives and just change the oil and filter. Use Honda filters because they have more surface area and are only $6. Good luck with the E.
@@HMNLT Thanks. I re-adjusted the valves (a few had tightened) and the compression came up to 165-170, so I'm a happy camper!
Great video, I bought my 2008 Honda Element for $2500, with 143k miles on it. It was a salvaged vehicle I drove all the way to South Carolina from Alabama to make the purchase, and it was well worth it. The only thing I had to get was some sway bar links and struts, the engine was fabulous, no dents, and I've had it for 2 years with zero problems, great investment..
Awsome, man! Im searching n Researching for one right now!
@@VINZBROWN I can help you with that if needed.
Just about to purchase a 06 , love the truck, hope it doesnt let me down..great info and thank you
So long as it wasn't completely abused, it will endure and serve you well.
Just found an 06 with 155k miles in no rust condition in Delaware and funny thing is, is that it was used as a cable company car from red bank n.j. and it had similar lettering on it.
Other than the 1st n 2nd gear solinoid needing replacing,because of a little jerking motion as you came to a stop,which my brother found in a cali. Junk yard for$30 it runs like a dream machine.Ya gotta love all the quirkiness...It's Elementary baby!
Ramble on....
My used 2006 was doing the same when I bought it and another guy with an Element that worked at Auto Zone told me to get an oil change and that was it too. Recently my front was damage and the insurance wanted to give me $4400.00 to total or $3300.00 to keep which I did and added $1000.00 and now it's great. It's in perfect condition and clean, better than your 2009. It has 178,000 miles. Keeping the Element Owner's Club alive.
Should of let them total it. Then buy it back for $100
Love elements, Great channel man keep it up. Love from Your neighbors in Massachusetts ✅😀
If you're driving an element in our fair city, make sure you keep that undercarriage clean!
Haha The Sinester Six from Spider Man, I love it, Liked and Subscribed my friend. Thanks for the review and the laugh
Lol! Thanks for the sub Guy, love that name.
I think you got lucky with the V-tech replacements! What a headache! I started out like you, and had the same problem afterward. Ended up having to replace the rocker arm thingy? Obviously, I didn't do the work. My Element was a lot like yours, in that it had sat for about a year. My nephew, the ace mechanic, took it and went through it with a fine toothed comb. After replacing dry rotted power steering hoses, struts and all sorts of stuff, it runs and rides like a new car. Mine's a 2007, and while I wasn't crazy about it at first, after all the work, I'm in love! It's delivered thousands of packages for Amazon, and I can't wait to go camping this fall!
One of us!!❤
Oh, and I took mine through an unintentional mudding adventure delivering a package to a guy whose "driveway" (I use that word very loosely), was a single lane, between barbed wire fences, easily a foot deep in mud. You'd think we'd get a heads up, but nope! He had a 4 wheel drive pickup and was fully prepared to pull me out, but the Element pushed through like a champ!
Glad to hear another element is out there serving a purpose!
Lol new subscriber... this was dope. I wanna own these cars mann love the elements
CJUNIOR05 thanks for the sub! New video on the lift install coming soon if these tires will show up already!
I got an ‘03 in February of 2020. The best, fun, utilitarian vehicle I’ve owned. I have put some work into it, but these are things that wear out over time. They are “All That!!!” Find one and have fun!!
@@FyvX5 I have one! IG: @eHonda_forevah
Don't forget to adjust your valves, pretty easy to do only takes a couple hours. If you don't do it the exhaust valves get tight and eventually burn the seats and then you need to do a head job. Honda was really the only company that you had to adjust the valves on. A lot of people don't realize that you're supposed to do it
THANKS, MAN!!!!
How do you adjust the valves?
Nice job! I think these are so unique that some day will appreciate in value. I would definitely keep it. One of the best if not the best motors Honda made. Timing chain, ultra reliable, parts are plenty. Yes, it is not a rocket, the reliability can't be beat!
Maxim’s DIY Garage it goes pretty quick! I had a little clip i had to remove because it had some eurobeat in the background and was flagged :-(
Honda made alot less Elements from 2008 to 2011.
My 2003 Honda Element (bought new) runs like a well oiled machine. I live in Suffolk County LI and will be driving to Manhattan NY, then to PA in May 15th, 2021. Love, just love, my Honda Element. I am the little old lady owning this baby with about 120,000 miles. This car has always been serviced by Honda with regular oil changes and other scheduled maintenance.
What color is your element? I'll keep a lookout and make sure to say hi to everyone till I meet you! Lol.
I loved your video and how you explain things.
What an awesome deal! I'm looking for one myself...
Got my subscribe when you said “ enough room for me and the boys”
LOL! Ayyy.
Definitely subscribing! Great video and I loooove your Element!
Thank you!
@@HMNLT you are very welcome!
REGINALD ODOM JR saw you like habbo! You should check out internet historians habbo hotel video, its hysterical
@@HMNLT I sure will. Thank you!
Owned ours (2005 EX AWD) for 10 years now. Wife loves it and never wants to get rid of it. 240k miles and it’s starting to show it’s age in the drivetrain. Slower to accelerate and passing is a joke. But she doesn’t want to get rid of it. We have a check engine code now too. Haven’t gotten it scanned yet.
Own an FJ too. If I HAD to keep only one, it would be the Element. Better overall utility, mpgs, etc.
Don't let slow passing be any indication of age/wear and tear, these things were slow from new but as dependable as a hammer. Get the code scanned, could be your VVL solenoid which would affect your i-Vtec and thus your acceleration.
Great vid man...
I'm looking for an element. This channel is awesome!
THANK YOU!
awesome vid, I was about to put my hands on a 200k miles element, was a bit scared
No reason to be!
I love my 2006 Element ex awd only has 148,000 miles on it, but I am looking to purchase a newer model that has side airbags and is a 5 speed. Maybe I will check out CoPart, Thanks for the info
I had the same issue, n put n aftermarket VTEC selenoide, change the oil w synthetic blend, did transmission fluid change n runs a whole lot better but still a bit slow when entering the freeway!
They are generally slow cars, 0-60 in eventually.
I have an '06 element that I'll be selling soon. When I started doing my own oil changes I noticed that supertech brand oil filter that Walmart recommended in their little kiosk for the Element was a lot smaller than the stock Honda one. So I opted for the Mobil 1 filter which was the same size as oem. I am no expert so I really couldn't tell you how a different size oil filter would affect an engine.
Most likely would effect oil pressure which maybe over a really long time of use could cause damage IF that actually translated to certain parts of the engine not getting proper lubrication during operation. then again it might not have done anything negative, the oil is still flowing and filtering, it may just be the filter doesn't last as long because the filter is smaller hence the material used for the actual filter will be less surface area due to a smaller volume. But otherwise it probably hasn't done anything bad, and it would probably have had to have gone thousands and thousands of miles through many of those filters for it to do any real damage. So you are probably fine :) how much you want for it LOL
Nice review. I want an Element so bad :)
Listings are getting few and far in between and the ones that are for sale are priced well above market value.
i really like this channel
Snorlaxi aww shucks! Thank you
9:55 isn't that the Timmies by Roosevelt Field?! Neat
good video man
Such a good video, you're funny too lol
Great deal
Elis
For life
What cause the engine to miss when it reach up to 80 mph mine is a k20
Good job brother
Thanks Davey, I appreciate the feedback it helps me a lot.
Any updates for 2022 on your Element?
I want one here living in Western PA.
I was exited to buy an element for $1000 after I saw this video, so I went to Copart website and found out it is impossible. You have to be a dealer to buy a car and if you are not, you can hire one for $500, then you have the fees and taxes, plus transportation, I didn't see a pick up option, bringing the total to $4000. Is there an easier way?
09 Element here. Over 246,000 miles. Drives like its new.
Just bought a 08 element from copart with 119k miles for $950. Believe me i was stoked to win it
Nice! Hopefully it's a turn key
I need these cars in the Uk !
Thanks for the information. I noticed that this vehicle looks large next to you. Is it the camera or .....
HowToDoItDude im 5’7 it is pretty big, and roomie inside too. You can see when im sitting in the drivers seat, it kind of look like im sitting in an adult booster seat lol
@@HMNLT The seat sit's real low.
looking for a 2006 or newer element know where to look i live on the east coast. new york to be exact. am big into camping and the cargo space would be great for work. thanks great video.
Hey Mack, if you still haven't bought one feel free to shoot me an email and I'll send you some local listings.
Good story buddy
Do u like this vehicle? Saw one for sale with 230,000 miles $3K.
No shipping cost?
Why are all your boys on the passenger seat. Lol
Looking to get one in 2022 to 23
I just bought a 2005 for $1500. what is the the Aerogenix Lift kit you speak of and what size tires you thinking to slap on there?
Go for 2" front 1.5" rear, get 1" wheel spacers and run 235/75/15. Great setup
NJ Element owner broken hearted. After being serviced by the Dealer for all 16 years, my 2004 Element is undriveable. These are the comments I got from when it was in the shop recently...
"As noted next step in diagnostic is to teardown the engine and perform a compression test as the starting issue can be caused by low compression. Engine torn down, and monitored compression in all cylinders. Results:
CYL 1 - 100, CYL 2 - 90, CYL 3 - 90, CYL 4 - 80 (NOTE: I was told that 150 is the number needed for optimum compression)
This is low compression but still drivable at this time but will worsen. But if and when it worsens, will require an engine replacement with a short block or salvage engine. Injectors can be another possibility but they passed tests today. Reassembled as per tech.
To avoid a replacement engine would start thinking about replacing this vehicle or can ride it out till worsens (no timetable though)."
As an Element lover, I'm encouraged by seeing videos like this where they don't have to die an early death (I only have 170K miles)... Given what the mechanics described about its condition and prospects, could they possibly have missed something that would get it back on the road and not require major engine work/new engine? Thanks for any info/guidance you could impart!
Casey Jones? Driving that E, High on..OCTANE!
Casey Jones you better watch your E!
Sorry I couldn't resist! If you didn't get the reference its from Grateful Dead. Anyway! You do have low compression, but its not horrible. The mechanic's notes are fine, but he cannot predict how quickly it will worsen. Did they perform a leak down test? If so get those numbers. The k24 motor is very stout and those numbers wouldnt scare me from buying and driving your car.
If the E is running and driving fine, and starting does not exceed 5 seconds worth of cranking (mississipi seconds) keep driving it, you should get another 30-50k from it. Take it to a local reputable honda mechanic (non dealer) and present the results of your compression and leak down tests. Ask their advice, get a price quote from them, and drive it till it needs a rebuild or till you've saved up enough. In the meantime, give GD a listen and drive on!
more element videos please lol
Working on it! Open to suggestions if you got em!
💪🏿 Nice
Fastlifeteddy MoB thanks for the sub!!
you got the dreaded Vtec Solenoid Error... oh man super common
It ended up being due to a bad oil filter, it was the wrong size had did not have the honda check valve. Couldve saved myself $300 but its good to have a baseline for the next 300k miles
Cool story..ur a savvy guy
How tall are you?
from everything i read, the honda elements are horrible on gas, but you said yours is great. How? lol. I really want to get one as a daily driver (which will also have to do some cross country trips every now and then) but im afraid of to because of gas mileage.
It depends on you perspective on 'horrible on gas' they regular get between 20-25mpgs combined. Highway you will average close to 25-27.
Wow what a steal! The chief Cherokee is gone?
shane michaels not yet! Still hanging in my driveway
HMNLT surprised no one has snatched it up yet
This coronavirus isnt helping :(
What was the reason for the upgrade? And do you notice any difference in power and acceleration between the manual and the automatic?
The automatic is easier on my knees! Haha. As far as performance, the auto shifts better than I was able to with the manual. The clutch in elements grabs really high and is awkward to get in tune with.
@@HMNLT it has the 5 speed automatic, correct?
Jeff West yes
Here is my two sense on this since I had a new '05 manual and now have a 2010 auto with 80,000 miles ('09 last yr for the manual). The manual was much more fun and responsive to drive, especially in the mountains. Downshifting in an auto is totally different compared to a manual Element. There are advantages to the newer E's but I wish I kept my 05. Liked the seats better for a number of reasons in the 05 and if you camp a lot the 06 and earlier E's with the manual are the way to go.
Missing a lug nut front passenger side???
With 17 Galons (full tank) you can drive it till 302 Miles, I tried this before.
I own 5 Elements , two 2003, two 2006 and 2011. I bought them from Copart too.
I live in Pittsburgh PA .
Gas mileage is amazing in these
HMNLT I wouldn’t say “amazing”, I would say “tolerable “. On the highway our 05 gets about 22. No lifts or heavy tires. Pretty much as Honda made it. In comparison my 07 FJ might get 16 going downhill with a tailwind. My 04 Wrangler gets 18. But the surprise is my 07 Suburban. 5.3 V8 and I used to get 23-24 on long trips. Abysmal around town though (13 mpg). Loved it but had to get rid of it - its engine was going to need a rebuild and didn’t want to put that kind of money into it.
Great Information!! I found a CraigsList 2007Element SC for $4000. My Mechanic reworked the suspension and entire brake components
for $1800. He did a LOT of Tightening and checking everything as He , the "Automotive Artist" does. Peace of Mind!! I can change oil
but that's about it. After the New Year I will take it in for a minor tune-up, valves etc and one Hub replacement that is moaning at me softly.
I just love the entire Element Concept. I need to find some "courtesy lighting" turns on when the door opens and dims after the door closes.
This only has manual lights. Any ideas? THanx Again.
Man I wish I could find one that cheap in Ca.
I can't even buy a hotdog in CA for less than 20$
@@HMNLT if your paying that for a hot dog you mite be getting it on the corner lol
@@se7encureton lmao
Hi so how does co part work
You create an account on their website, as a basic member you can only bid on donated vehicles, which this honda was. Becareful though, any vehicle with a line on driver side lower section of the windshield means it does not start or drive. If it has a capital “D” means it runs and drives. Also the sellers are known to bid up their units so be mindful of that as well and dont overpay!
Im searching for one, but would never buy over 200,000mi even for a grand.
Because its a money pit that never ends.
I know, I bought a 02 Subaru with less than 100. Money pit for 6 years, but had to jeep on the road to get to and from work. Still have it.
The only Honda money pits have an si badge and a glasspipe muffler, and the only reason they require a lot of money is because the owner keeps trying to 'Soup' it up. As far as your Subaru, any Subaru with a 4 cyl boxer before 2010 had the crummy headgasket failure, and several other issues with windows, axles and wipers.
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Hehe, It's not great on gas. Not bad, but far from great. With the mods you plan to do it will get low 20 to sub 20 MPG.
Nassau Supreme
Haha BUSTED! “Pun intended”
I just bought a 05 with 200.00 thousand miles for 3000
Whait how did you paid for transportation.
Like the tow?
Do you have any opinions on the 03 element?
Great car, no major issues.
My 2003 Element has 423k miles, original engine and transmission. The most unique and practical vehicle I’ve ever owned.
Bought my 2003 Honda Element new and it runs great to this day...5/2021. No heavy mileage, about 120,000.
There selling a 2007 Honda Element 174k miles for $2700 here where I live is it a good deal?
If there's nothing wrong with the engine, then $2700 it's a great price
Fun Cisco I got it I also picked up a 03 crv w 174k for 1600
You're on a roll! Send one my way!
HMNLT I picked up last week a 2007 Honda Pilot at an Aution that said Cracks only for $1550 when I went to pick it up my jump box was not doing anything so I went out and bought a battery and made it crank until I saw it needed gas put some gas in it fired right up lol 160k miles and runs like a champ no check engine no anything, with tittle transfer and taxes I’m on it at $1950
slownlow210 5500 car. Nice job
Just purchased an 08 Element with 90,800 miles and I'm in love with it!! I did have to spend $7,813 but I feel like I didn't do too bad! What do you guys think?
I think based on the current market you paid below what I would ask for a 90k element. Enjoy it!
don't do the GOBI rack... get an Adventure Truck 311 adventure rack. wayyy better. Love my 2005 5spd EX!
Couldn't get the GOBI rack, way too expensive lol.
But you went from a 5-speed to an automatic. For some, that is a downgrade! Can't get any kind of an SUV these days except a Jeep Compass with a standard transmission.
Andrew Macdonald driving a 5 speed element was fun, but too tedious for such a slow car. I much rather prefer the automatic. Helps retain the comfort and functionality honda was going for when they built this toaster
@@HMNLT Certainly it's a pesonal preference kind of thing but automatics don't last as long as standards. Gets better fuel economy though. In any case $1400 is one heck of a deal for one of these with 4WD. FYI, Elements in Canada fetch north of $2000 for fixer-uppers/parts cars. None exist in the scrap yards.
Andrew Macdonald i was not expecting to get this car for so cheap. I usually get out bid on stuff like this but I think the looming pandemic might’ve helped weed out some bidders.
@@HMNLT I couldn't agree with you more. It's a buyers market right now. I'm looking for a 2006 or later Element, FWD, 5-speed and the offerings seem to stay on the market for allot longer than usual. Enjoy!
You could have cut and replaced those cats with aftermarket and made money on the car. If you don’t have a cat shield or haven’t swapped for aftermarket, it would be a good idea. They are targeted
214k? Rookie numbers
Funny guy NEW-ER COOL-ER BLUE-ER
I bought my Honda element 2003 for $1800
Please don’t tell me you sold the Lx470/Land Cruiser for this 🤦♂️
No, I sold it for a MK5 GTI, then a green honda element, then 2 xjs, then a 98 4runner, then a 91 xj, then this :-)
HMNLT I see you have a very bad habit.
This video has increased the prices of Elements online :*(
Lmao! I feel that way sometimes too! I can't find a decent priced one in months! Even the junk ones sell for 2-3000
So you start a used car without checking the oil or water? BS
I'd like to say I've made dumber mistakes, but sadly this one took the cake, luckily for me it didn't turn out catastrophically.
I wanna have it. I give you usd2000
You're trying hard to kill it.
It is NOT great on gas!
I don't really care about the history of that particular vehicle and who owned it and about Tyler. Too much unnecessary specifics, It would be better to spend that time going over the Honda Element in general.
this car is awful on gas I don't know what your talking about