2005 - 2006 Honda CRV - The Cheapest, Safest, Most Reliable & Capable Vehicle You Can Buy

The title says it all. Find out why the 2005 - 2006 Honda CR-V is the cheapest, safest, most reliable, most capable vehicle you can buy today. It's the whole package. Thanks for watching and be sure to subscribe.
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[@gavinbennett2302]

My grandma bought her 03 when she heard that my mom was in labor. They went to the local Honda dealer, bought a maxed out CR-V and drove all the way from California to Oregon. My grandma gave the car to my mom in 2017, when she bought a brand new CR-V. That 03 lasted perfectly up until last September when my mom was t-boned by a guy who ran a stop sign, and the car saved her life. Seeing it in the junkyard broke my heart.

[@oldsklteg]

😔😔

[@micheledaddariomoser9676]

My mother was also T-boned on Easter Sunday in her 2008 CRV . I bought her that because it came with side airbags. By Gods grace, they saved her life ...we rebuilt the car and My daughter drove it till this last month....2020...when it was totaled

[@asensibleyoungman2978]

Seeing as death isn't an exact science, how do you know she'd have died?

[@asensibleyoungman2978]

@Pretty Sure Oh so it's gone from dying to having an injury. Slight change in forecast there.

[@paulpowell9595]

@@asensibleyoungman2978 a bad enough injury can cause death though

[@fireislit6457]

I got hit by a drunk driver they wrecked my crv that's how bad she hit me but I'm still alive & i had no serious injuries so I can agree with it being the most safest

[@trapezethedoubledouble1242]

Me to by drunk driver.

[@HockeyVictory66]

CRV = Continuously Reliables Vehicle.

[@bvedant]

The latest generation has some oil-fuel dilution issues and doesn't get great gas mileage.

[@AlexIsUber]

Except air conditioning

[@israelmoran3158]

Comfortable run about vehicle.

[@josypussycat6209]

Compact recreational vehicle

[@Luna-cx1pp]

Conservative resource value

[@ronalalejo8900]

i bought a 2005 with 200,000 miles last year for 1300 its currently at 250,000 and its still running strong

[@braydenlee544]

I got a 2006 Crv that my grandparents drove across Canada and back, and to Palm Springs for 10 and it hasn’t had any problems either

[@mohammadirvanhasyim]

My honda fit 287.000 kilometer and its oke

[@braydenlee544]

Irvan Hasyim Nice

[@christophers5510]

are the very uncomfortable on long trips?

[@ronalalejo8900]

Christopher S the longest trip i’ve been on so far was 6 hours and it wast that bad

[@mertgul]

I think Honda should send you a brand new CRV this is one of the best reviews I ever watched.

[@gb3639]

Mert Gulpinar he has one in the background, I'm not sure if its his

[@thare2597]

New ones are junk

[@gb3639]

T Hare not really they're pretty good cars to be honest.

[@thare2597]

@@gb3639 They are turbo charged with direct injection. The engines on the new ones will burn out much faster than the 2.4 NA engines.

[@nikolanikola8543]

@@thare2597 Wrong! New ones are great too!

[@ryanmccormick2150]

REV UP YOUR CRV ....... oops wrong channel 😂🤣👍

[@PrettyGreenMonk]

🐴

[@1painter4hire]

Now That's Funny 😂😂😂

[@ryanmccormick2150]

@@PrettyGreenMonk 🤡

[@FuskyTheHusky81]

Ha!

[@RainyDayDevils]

That's awesome

[@xMrBlack]

Fun fact, these rigs also sport seats that can be converted into a lounge/bed by moving the front seats forward all the way, removing the head rest and reclining them flat to meet with the rear seats that recline slightly. The cover for the spare tire compartment in the trunk area is also a folding table. It's a crazy vehicle.

[@BlueJazzBoyNZ]

Sadly the designers didn't think to allow the rear seat back to recline more. It can still be a "Very Cozy" micro camper for two

[@1celloheaven]

Seems the Japanese found this double bed element a 'must have' in design. We have a 2005 CR-V and a Mk1 1999 Rav4 Freesport which also has that design of the bed...they must have been appealing to the surf community who'd park up at the beach and camp in their cars...only issue with the Rav4 is that, having made up your bed, anything else you possessed would have to be left outside....ultra cozeee !

[@xMrBlack]

@@BlueJazzBoyNZ the older crv rear seats reclined significantly more. Sadly later models lost that feature for some reason.

[@BlueJazzBoyNZ]

@@xMrBlack Very sadly 🙁

[@BygMen]

Don't forget that you can have 2 spare tires as well, and the rear seats recline as well as slide back and forward to make the trunk bigger and the rear glass opens independently from the hach:)), My dad has the 2006 model from New, it's a great vehicle, an amazing one to be honest, (my dad has the 2.2 diesel engine with the 6-speed manual transmission, a very capable vehicle for what it is and very veeeeryyy economical for how good it moves around).

[@jasonguy6572]

It actually probably IS one of the most reliable cars on the road.

[@dogsarefun2]

got a 2005 crv 2 years ago with 49k on it for $5,000, mint condition. One of the best used car deals for me.

[@bvedant]

Owner leave the country or something?

[@robertoolverarivera2317]

About to buy a 2005 crv tomorrow with 65k miles, also mint condition

[@jpbonilla]

Where you guys get those good deals???

[@bvedant]

@@jpbonilla You have to stalk Craigslist and Facebook marketplace. Also they are older cars, so they won't be outrageously priced to begin with unless you look at dealers

[@veecalea1444]

I just got a black one yesterday ITS SO ADORABLE AN BLACK

[@XelaOso850]

That thing is in perfect condition holy hell i have the 2002 honda crv in the same exact color sitting at 341000 miles still works like a charm

[@crazyjrp]

If you look closely at the video, you'll notice a slight color difference between the driver's side door and the rear passenger door (of the driver's side) of the paint.

[@christiansantos7164]

Yesss! Thanks for sharing!

[@JackofAllMasterofNone]

@@crazyjrp Wrong. No paint work on this thing. Must just be an artifact in the video.

[@craigwilson8228]

Like all Honda's look after them and it will serve you well. I have a 2005 crv it drives superbly. Even for a 15 year old car.

[@1MarkKeller]

I have a 2001 CRV that's still running ... but I think I will retire it in a year or so.

[@davidengland8799]

Corey N Couldn’t agree more. I traded my 2003 CR-V in for a 2014 EX model. I liked it but I didn’t love it, like I loved the old one. Best shape out there by a mile.

[@1MarkKeller]

@Corey N The interiors of the newer versions are far superior to the older version tho.

[@larrylipshitz9430]

Got a mint Honda Civic EX coupe from 1996 with 135K and mint, wouldn’t let it go for anything, been offered many times to sell it! Can’t beat Japanese!

[@1MarkKeller]

@Marc Archibald I'm sorry I think you have me confused with someone else, I don't drive an Audi.

[@mworld2611]

I got handed down my parent's 06 CRV when I got my license and after driving it for about 2 years now, I'm happy to say that I like it alot. It has nice visibility, the seats are comfortable, it has AWD, and a 5 speed manual transmission. It's been fairly reliable too. It has about 175,000 and the only thing we've ever had to do is replace the clutch. Its honestly been a nice first car and I'm happy to have it.

[@williamturner1517]

Clutch! $1,500. At the 215,000 mile Mark.

[@casedecker]

@@williamturner1517 teenagers first manual, the clutch will go early lol

[@lionheart93]

any other expenses with it since this post?

[@mds2465]

Nice, I just got a 2005 with just over 200k, AWD, and a 5 speed manual transmission. As best I can determine this is the original clutch, and it does feel good but I do suspect that a new clutch is most definitely in my future somewhere down the line. It’s just inevitable. I’m already starting to get some prices together for when the time comes. Most of them are in the $2k range

[@JohnDoe12515]

Picked up my future wife with a 1997 Honda CRV, We got married, upgraded to a 2005 Honda CRV Now we have kids, she drives a 2011 Honda Pilot and Im still kicking with the 05 V We have matching Honda hoodies, TRULLY HONDA FOR LIFE :) Great video

[@obijuankenobi6565]

Shes driving the better car tho.

[@davidengland8799]

I had a 2003 Cr-V for around 5 years. It had 182,000 on the clock. I changed the engine oil, gearbox fluid and rear differential fluid, always using genuine Honda fluids. When I first acquired it, unbeknown to me it was running with only 70% engine oil in but it caused no lasting damage. Testament to superb Honda engineering I guess. I now have a 2009 Cr-v petrol automatic with 176,000 miles and this too runs like a dream. Honda, the most reliable car you can buy.

[@orionbennett7343]

A few months prior to you making this video, (august 2019 to be exact) ... I did my research, and purchased a 2005 Honda CRV with AWD ... and all the extras, including moon roof, roof rails, 6 CD changer, heated seats, leather interior, same wheels as you show on the above CRV ... 163,000 miles. I got it for 4k, but it needed struts, and a few other things, so I immediately took it to my mechanic, who fell in love with the overall condition. I put 1k into it, and haven't regretted my decision. It probably doesn't get the gas mileage I hoped for, but it seems reliable ... peppy, and now at 70 years old, it will likely be my last daily driver. (My prior daily driver was a 97 kia, I bought in 99, with 24k miles, and sold with 114k miles, after purchasing my CRV.)

[@Dougarony]

what gas mileage do u get?

[@Jeffrigerator]

you forgot to mention the built in picnic table!

[@htinsharkyaw8308]

True, first time I own crv I was like “ oh yeah time to camp”

[@frvcrse2329]

Htin Shar Kyaw meee tooooo😂🤣😂

[@lastmanstanding6081]

We dont talk about those...

[@paulpowell9595]

I think everyone forgets about those

[@lastmanstanding6081]

@@paulpowell9595 nah its just embarrassing having that as a useful feature lol

[@gusposey8218]

Watching this makes me want to hug my '05. When I think of my time with Honda (two CRXs and two CRVs) there are so many moments of genuine admiration and surprisingly deep affection.

[@johnberry2877]

Living in Michigan everyone pushes the " buy American ". Well, after my last two GM vehicles were constantly breaking down and the last one had parts literally falling off with under 2000 miles on it! So, I purchased a Honda Civic that was built in America. Absolutely the best vehicle I have ever owned!! The fit, finish and quality are decades above anything GM has to offer! My family will never purchase another GM vehicle again... Period!

[@ahopefiend1867]

How American is GM really? Many Honda and Toyota cars are made in the US.

[@DollaBill313]

I’m from Metro Detroit area and I hear this all the time haha. All the “American” brands aren’t even American anymore. As the other guy said, some of the Honda and Toyota models are actually built here in the US!

[@SCROGY]

ASSEMBLED IN America. NOT built. The Civic is aslo NOT built in Canada. It's BUILT in JAPAN and assembled in Aliston, Ontario. 5 parts TOTAL are made in Canada!!!! Front and rear springs and ONE dashboard bracket!

[@meenam300zx]

Anything made in America or assembled in America is junk. Buy made in Japan only. This applies to women too. If you follow my advice, you will be very successful.

[@trailrider348]

Yes, I bought a Chevy impala transmission went out at 22k, so I traded it for an equinox. I called it "engine knock equinox"

[@AccordionJoe1]

My son-in-law has a 2005 CR-V with 300,000 miles on it and he still drives it to work every day. What more can you say about a 15-year-old car.

[@eyeswideopen5562]

i have a 1997 peugeot 306 TD with 382 00 kms and a 2002 Honda s2000 too . Honda is the best but old french diesel are great too

[@geolocx]

Automatic?

[@SandraTDance]

Is this still going? How much for yearly repairs? Amazing, my husband and I really need a car to get to work!

[@lionheart93]

any updates

[@coreyb.3127]

I used to work at Honda dealers for several years. I saw this specific body style of CRV with high miles on a regular basis. I saw one '05, automatic, with 465k miles on it. This was years ago, and I dont know how much work the customer did to it, but probably not much.

[@StariYTube1]

Wow thanks

[@thefamily730]

My dad's had one Honda go over 400,000 and one over 500,000. He always does his own maintenance.

[@MrPjotry]

I have come to Australia for a roadtrip on january this year. I've bought 2005 CR-V with 248000km for 3500 AUD. It was meant to be a car for a 1 month trip. Now I'm stuck in Australia because of coronavirus, still cruising. I've driven antoher 37000km, about third part of it offroad and have experienced no problems at all. I just change the oil once every 10k. Amazing value.

[@hammyluvyoung9640]

Thank you so much for this video. You hit it all right on the head about this 2005 honda CR-V. Just so happens that I will be going to look at one after work today and it's a 2005 Honda CR-V SE with 192000 miles, good condition with close to same asking price. I also researched it for a long time and fully agree with all you have said. For me I love the shape of the 2005 better than the newer ones. Again thank you for this video because it truly finalized my decision. Bless you💖🙏🏼💖

[@sachemrock]

I owned an 06 Honda CRV EX and I agree with your assessment of this generation whole heartedly. I wanted an Acura TL when I bought the CRV but could not afford a used one. I never regretted my CRV purchase and the engine ran perfectly at 161k miles. I only replaced it because it needed a lot of other repairs and I was in better shape financially which allowed me to replace it with a newer vehicle. This is a great vehicle for anyone with limited funds. Thanks 😊

[@daniellee6484]

“It needed a lot of other repairs…” sounds headache to me 😂

[@EMENIKEP]

​@@daniellee6484I paused at that point

[@SensaiSquirrel]

Thankyou for this. First time I've watched a vehicle review that isn't trying to flex knowledge or feels like a salesman talking. Appreciate it

[@seanharvey1250]

My parents bought the top of the line 06 model right before I was born like days before! Still have it to this day running strong with over 210,000 miles only thing we ever have problems with is the A/C (which is expected in this car) I love this car even tho we just bought a new Honda Pilot not too long ago I’m getting the CRV! So I’m excited!

[@rveleno]

Couldn’t agree more. Got one for each of my two post secondary students for 4-5k each four years ago. Both still driving after graduating. Of course I forwarded the link for this video to them. Thanks.

[@paulpowell9595]

You bought cars for your students? I didn't even know you could do that

[@andyleandro1223]

Back in the day, these were notorious for having ac compressor issues, if you still have the factory one it would be a good idea to switch out to the more improved aftermarket ones.

[@obijuankenobi420]

Any suggestions on brands ?

[@seanwilson7825]

I bought my 04 CR-V new. Now have 304k engine and trans are solid. I do stay up with dealer recommendations.

[@DK-vx1zc]

2006 CRV, 326k miles.. Amazing vehicle.. I'll have driven it for 15 years this year. I'm afraid to get a new vehicle.. :)

[@Mickspicsandflix]

I have a 1999 FWD model and i absolutely love it. The 2005 is going to be my next purchase for sure. The 2nd gen is great but the 2.5 is definitely nicer. I love the gear shifter also. My 1999 is at 260,000 and going strong. Best cars ever.

[@castr022]

I have the same one. One of the best cars I’ve owned. Take it off road sometimes too. Doesn’t do bad.

[@Duviewer]

Purchased my Honda CRV new, in 2005...still driving it today. Some of the best money I spent on a car...great value.

[@naturalartfilms]

Got 2 second Gen CRV's, one with auto trans (166,000 miles) and one with 5-speed manual (90,000 miles). Both run great. Would drive either on a cross country trip tomorrow (if only I could) and would expect them to be trouble free. Also, parts are everywhere. They also handle very well for a SUV. Thanks for the video!

[@lionheart93]

update now?

[@litenerd982]

I had an 06 for a first car and I was wonderful I miss it 🥺

[@v3767]

What I like about this generation is that when there's a decent amount of snow, it is really fun to drift in

[@davidhart9988]

I bought an 05 last yr, still looks great. 230k miles.

[@stevepuddlejumperpilot6062]

You are spot on with the engine/transmission. They are very good. My 2002 CR-V has 313,000 miles on it........still runs excellent, burns very little oil, and the transmission is all original and never had a fluid change. Bought it from my sister and she never changed it. Still shifts perfect. They really are great cars. Nice review. Thank you.

[@teban6560]

Whoa! Did you change the TF since then? I really have high hopes for mine at only 154k. Same original TF since I bought it from my dad. I'm afraid to touch it since it's shifts smoothly. I'm planning on passing it on to my son 3 yrs from now when he starts to drive.

[@stevepuddlejumperpilot6062]

@@teban6560 I have since sold that car, but, the transmission oil was never changed, or the filter. lol It still shifted out perfectly!! I have another 2002 CR-V that I brought back from TX a couple years ago (I live in Michigan and the road salt is horrible on cars here) with 164,000 miles on it. It shifted fine, but I went ahead and drained out the old fluid and replaced with OEM Honda fluid. Changed the filter as well. I can't recommended which direction to go with changing your fluid or not changing your fluid.......... all I can say is that they are great cars. Good luck with yours!!

[@TheJoebassrat]

I have an '04 CRV EX with a 5-speed manual. It truly is the best mix of fun, practical, and reliable I have ever driven.

[@rachaelb9164]

My 2006 was the best investment I ever made. I bought it new but it has almost 300,000 miles on it now. I admit I’ve towed more than I probably should had which is why the transmission went out at the 200,000 mile mark. I’ve driven it in the desert including an area in the Mojave desert that has the finest sand in the world. I’ve driven it in foot deep snow in Portland, OR where the roads aren’t properly plowed. Driven it on dirt mountain roads, flooded streets, tons of highway trips, towed my little tent trailer, and moved from So Cal to Oregon with a 4x8 harbor freight trailer. I’ve literally hit every corner of the car and dented both sides but it still runs. I will be sad to let it go someday when it reaches the end of its life. I bought the car for my 30th birthday when I separated with my ex and, unlike him, I have never regretted my choice ;)

[@sankyppp]

This one, I feel is the best looking model. Simple lines age well.

[@micahwright5901]

The new ones are a little too young mom-vehicle looking for me.

[@lawofmurphy3]

@@micahwright5901 agreed. I love this sporty look better.

[@JoshSmith-me7oe]

I have a 2006 CRV. Just got the windows tinted, and it now looks like a beast. I might feel the bumps in the road, and it might not be the smoothest anymore, but it’s super reliable. Another thing I wish the current day CRVs would bring back is the passenger shelf. For this early of a vehicle, that was a great feature and I think Honda should bring it back.

[@tsizzle]

I had this car. Super super reliable! And really awesome ground clearance!

[@valor382]

You hit it out the park. I can't say enough about my very fun super reliable handsome 2005 crv. One of if not the best car iv ever owned. And Still do.......

[@slofloat3184]

Handsome? Lol

[@maximusextreme3725]

@@slofloat3184 Um yeah no. I guess beauty is in the eyes of the beholder....but you gotta be blind to think this hunk of metal looks good.😆

[@sobreruedasesmejor1022]

maximusextreme well, I’m blind then becauseI love the looks of year model. Lol

[@maximusextreme3725]

@@sobreruedasesmejor1022 I get it, some guys like fat girls, and some don't. 😂

[@williampaul8556]

I own a 2002 with over 250k miles. Run like a top. I LOVE IT! Update: It now has over 275k miles and runs great.

[@samr.1073]

Still going??!

[@ksan2788]

Couldn't agree more. Did my research while looking for my first car last year quickly realized I couldn't find a better bang for my buck. Especially considering AWD was a must as I go to school in Northern Ontario. Very happy with the car, great quality as you'd expect from honda. Handles 2 feet of snow like a champ. Even stopping and starting on a 30° asphalt road with 1 foot of snow it did with no complaints. Haven't got it stuck in snow yet, and I've been trying lol

[@terryevp4084]

Thank you for the honest review and I am driving this same model. It's an awesome mid-size SUV.

[@jpozenel]

Looks like my 2005. Bought it new. I went with the 2 wheel drive. Best car I ever had by far.

[@katz2912]

I bought my 2005 CRV brand new and got it mainly for all its safety features. It's got the 5 speed manual transmission and it's been a great vehicle to drive in all weather conditions. It just reached 180,000km and it's been very reliable these last 15 years. The A/C just quit working last summer, but it's a very expensive fix ($2500 CAD). Will drive with the windows open this summer, lol.

[@lionheart93]

u still have it/?

[@rolandbrooks467]

Absolutely brilliant review, looks a great car, and who really needs anything else,,

[@dagwood8409]

I have a 2003 CRV EX. This particular generation of CRVs have an issue with the A/C compressor. It's located in an area where it gets very hot and will probably eventually fail. I replace mine when it failed because A/C is very important to me. May not be as big a deal to someone who doesn't use A/C that much but something to be aware of.

[@51ruby]

I just replaced my 98 Outback Subaru with a 2006 Honda CR-V and she is so sweet!! Thanks for this awesome review.

[@indram7907]

Just bought a 2005 I love it it rides I can see why ppl Love them and keep them

[@shanekelley7682]

Exactly like mine, Colour and dark glass. I highly recommend these!

[@xiaolaoshu520]

i got a 03 awd ex second hand never failed me!! Awesome

[@hoangnguyentc89]

Just bought 05 SE today after watching this vid. Thank for the great review.

[@flowerpt]

Thanks. Looking at vehicles for my daughter and narrowing in on CRV. This video excludes pre-2005. Much appreciated.

[@nnm35]

I am sooooo jealous of the color! It is awesome. I'm stuck with a pewter grey, but otherwise agree with your assessment. Hoping to keep this another 100K (a 174K now).

[@datapatch7381]

Man I want the pewter gray so badly lol

[@LarryRichelli]

I just bought a 2006 LX with a manual trans with 203000 miles for $3500. The body is perfect and everything works. Doesn't drip a bit. I am putting new struts and and a 1" lift on it. It was only one of three in all of Southern Calif with a manual so I paid a little more.

[@lisab3010]

Wonderful video. Appreciate that you took the time to share. Buying this model year for my 22 year old (not so careful) daughter. Thank you!

[@jamesbarber4800]

Great Review,Your Cr-V looks really good,love my 2005 CR-V hopefully will get many more year out of her.

[@siras2]

Mine is a 2006 with *only* 105,000 miles on the clock!. Only thing I've needed to fix was the radio/satnav. Great car and haven't found anything better to replace it with!. Love the dashboard coolbox!.

[@markoreilly4433]

Very nice review, these are terrific cars. I have owned an 06 mk2 for 4 years now , it’s the diesel 2.2 in bright red. Love it, do all my own maintenance. 2 years ago a muppet used us as a break at traffic lights and shot us forward several feet. Insurance wrote car off for a bumper and bottom door panel. I purchased the car ( worth 3.5k) back off insurance company for under £500 and I I got the parts off eBay for £80 and spent about £50 on paint. Good as new . Since replaced front drive shafts and shockers and springs . These are brilliant work horses. Put the seats down and you have a van. The diesel gets me 45 mpg. Here in lockdown in the UK o am averaging 3 weeks to the gallon :-)

[@leonshanmoogam6048]

I so agree with you I love it got 1 for my wife almost 4 years ago and still going strong

[@sengyang573]

My 05 crv look exactly like your, bought new in 2005 still driving today with 170k miles. I definitely will buy another crv in the future.

[@livinginwilderness7913]

Hey man, I have the same 2006 model and I absolutely love it! Spot on statements. By the way, what infotainment is fitted in there?

[@JackofAllMasterofNone]

Kenwood nav radio

[@davej6222]

The 02-06 CRVs are great little vehicles. I bought an automatic 05 after my '92 Volvo 940 turbo was totaled, and a year later bought a manual 02 crv when the wife totaled my' 91 Cressida, because I liked the 05 so much. They were both a little neglected but if you buy one that's been well maintained (and washed regularly) as well as maintaining it yourself, you'll have a good solid vehicle for years. So far I've done brakes, wheel bearings, struts, various engine parts, and also the DRL module which needed solder repair, plus other little items. All these things are on the internet and most aren't difficult to do yourself, but my #1 piece of advice is to stick to the fluid change schedule... don't neglect the engine oil and coolant, transmission or rear differential fluid.

[@lionheart93]

So change them every how many miles would you say?

[@albertoe.martinez7763]

I have the CRV original 1997, still working amazingly well.

[@miaohmya92]

No joke I wouldnt trade my crv for a new one. I LOVE the interior, how it drives, the AWD is awesome too. Perfect little truck.

[@nasirshal7633]

I want one so bad..... Been in one, I love that it was very spacious and comfortable

[@martynkersey8729]

I'm in the UK & have a mk2, previously I had a mk1 which was also a very reliable car. My mk2 is a 2004 petrol manual with 121k, previous owner neglected it due to a expensive rip off garage. I have restored it by putting in a new clutch, changed all suspension bushes, new exhaust, painted the underside as it was starting surface rust, new towbar, tyres. All jobs were straight forward, parts reasonably cheap too. It drives superb, pulls well when towing, does exactly what you what it to do. It will last years to come unlike Ford's etc. With all terrain tyres it gets through the muddy bits no problem.

[@Tochinoki]

I have my eye on one in decent nick with some surface rust. Was prepping and painting it a big job? What did you use?

[@R3DF0XTR0N1C]

2001 crv owner here...240000 miles and going strong..I do keep it maintained of course

[@blautens]

I'm a muscle car guy, but I always try to have a daily driver, too, and in 2003, fresh off a divorce that removed all my toys, tools, and garage, I bought a new 2003 CR-V LX for me and my two young daughters because I needed dead reliable family transportation, and it delivered that perfectly, school every day, Disney World, carry everything and everyone in comfort - best rear seats in its class. Also, I loved the fold down center console (walk through to the back like a minivan) and column shifter - because when you're 6'5" your knees hit EVERY stupid pointless fixed center console holding a pointless shifter you rarely touch. I have center console shifters - but in my cars where you SHIFT! Bought new for $18,400, I sold it to Carmax for $13,500 after 3 years and 36k miles. Phenomenal engineering, phenomenal resale. Totally boring, but totally the right tool for the right job. It might not be the car you want, but it's the car a lot of us need. Now pardon me while I wrench on my totally unreliable muscle cars (it's okay, now I have an old Civic to make sure I can get someplace). :)

[@h0ng_stuff]

I have a 2006 for more than 10 years with just little over 100k miles. Haven't had much issues *knock on wood* aside from recalls. I'm barely 5'9" tall but I love the head room and leg room. My passengers appreciate the backseat space too. I looked at the 2007 once and they aren't as roomy. If someone offered to trade theirs, even with lower mileage, I'd keep mine lol.

[@johnconnor818]

What you forgot to mention is this was the last of the CRVs offered with a 5 speed manual transmission. Which makes this a true enthusiast’s car. I’m looking for a low mileage one now for my teen to learn to drive a stick (I don’t want him learning on my 911) and for me to play with as well.

[@suzukirm125racer]

I'd sell mine for the right price. Higher miles, but great shape.

[@mds2465]

I just bought a 2005 CR-V EX with AWD exactly like this one. Same color, wheels, and everything. Mine is a stick shift though! It's a one owner car that has been meticulously maintained throughout its life and has just over 200k and best of all no rust! Something that is extremely rare to find in a car that has spent it's entire lifetime in the northeast!

[@JackofAllMasterofNone]

Very cool!

[@Tracy-wr7mj]

Do you have the hard cover for the spare snd is it red?

[@mds2465]

@@Tracy-wr7mj no but I want one of those if you find one, please let me know

[@robichaudjpg]

I took mine through almost 2 ft of snow a few weeks back, powered right through. Beast.

[@jerrysmith5782]

My only problems with CRV's are the expensive A/C repairs and the ground-clearance-limiting exhaust resonator.

[@weetbix2083]

Apparently the A/C problem was sorted our from 2005 onwards. The 5 Speed Auto introduced in 2005 was not as good as the 4 speed found in the previous years.

[@tylerknight6722]

@@weetbix2083 i hope so i’m going to look at a 2005 soon

[@Dougarony]

But doesnt the 5 speed provide better MPG's?@@weetbix2083

[@h.snider2628]

I like this generation the best the ones after it looked too much like a van got an 06 with 130000 miles so far so good had it for about 4 years........

[@chalonowens9780]

Thank you for posting this review!

[@richieplaysgame5]

Love my 02 Gen-2. 427,000kms (265,000 miles). has some tappet tick but that's literally it! I'm currently lifting mine 3-inches and have fitted off-road tyres and I can absolutely confirm that this is the best car I've owned in the 14 years of driving I've ever driven, and I've owned 2. Both were under $3,000aud and they're fantastic.

[@williamoneal3947]

My son in law has 2006 he bought new. It now has 219,000 miles. Never anything major wrong. Any problems over the years have been small. I think his 2006 Honda CR-V must be about bullet proof.

[@lionheart93]

any updates?

[@donaldsmith3787]

Love my 06! 213,688 and counting! Looking to by a second one. My only complaint is the small fuel tank. It gets decent mileage (mine is 2wd) but the cruising range is not great.

[@edward4670]

I don't live in the united states, I bought an 06 Honda CR-V and at the time I got it, the car had been in a small accident where the front left tire got off its axle. Long story short... I repaired the car and still have it in great condition, I have drove on very rough roads and the car doesn't cease to amaze me... 100% agree, this must be the most reliable car ever... good job Honda... Thanks for sharing sir

[@VINZBROWN]

Man .... your experience, and genuine "good heart" n spirit REALLY comes thru in this video. SO much so, that you MAY hav just swayed me away from getting a used Honda Element now. Hmmmm. THank ya, sir!

[@JackofAllMasterofNone]

Appreciate the comment. The Honda Element is built on the same platform, so it's also a good vehicle. Just different

[@stateofmind91]

I own a 2002 CRV 2.0 vtec which I recently bought from a friend of mine very cheap as a temporary car. It is not the best example as it has been used as a towing car most of it's life and as such the rear suspension is pretty shot... That being said, it has just ticked over 117000 miles and feels like it could easily do double or treble that, it is a fantastic car despite being nearly 20 years old, it's practical, safe, reliable, cheap to repair and maintain and with a fantastic engine that has decent performance for an old SUV. I only wish it was slightly better on fuel as I live in the UK where petrol is roughly the same price as gold bullion but that isn't the cars fault per se... There are still a lot of these vehicles on the road over here (and in the US from what I can gather) which is a testament to their reliability and longevity. I would highly recommend these cars to anyone who is after a practical, cheap and reliable SUV.

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

Hi! Great review! I have a 2006 that we've had since new. Love it!!! Well, except for rear brakes that need annual cleaning otherwise the pads/slider pins start sticking. Minor gripe though. Have you done an airbag recall? I saw a peek view of a last gen CRV LX on the driveway! Nice!

[@JackofAllMasterofNone]

Both airbag inflators have been replaced under the recalls. Yes, we recently picked up a 2019 LX. Last of the 2.4 engine CRV forever.

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

@Jack of All Master of None : indeed. Too bad the automatic trans is gone for good too!

[@tomsettles6873]

@@JackofAllMasterofNone If the newer CRVs had a 5 speed or 6 speed auto I might buy one.

[@basshnter1606]

@@MaximumDIYGarage Why I bought a 2014 cr-v, last of the non cvt transmissions.

[@josephczarnecki6823]

I own a 2003 Honda CR-V ex with 276000 miles and it still runs like a champ.

[@centralscrutinizer7374]

I have four Hondas and two CRV’s. My 2k CRV has about 150k with zero issues. I did voluntarily replace the timing chain about five years ago. I LOVE my 2k CRV. Wife drives a 2004. I think I’ll buy her a NEW 2005-06 for Christmas! Thanks!

[@Krel-888]

Straight on Point! I wouldn't trade this to new honda crv's or any honda.

[@edwardautrey3671]

I agree, very good information

[@sirfalconx]

Just yesterday I picked up my 05 ex with a manual. I've had 17 cars some much newer then this and this is tied for the best car I've ever owned. So fun to drive and the wife's 08 crv has been a rock for 165k. No major issues other then power steering pump. I honestly can't imagine a better daily especially with kids.

[@kerrytee20]

I am the 6th owner of a 05 CRV RD5 and I bought it at 150K for $6500. I've never owned Honda before and I was pleasantly surprised. This video is very correct but I would also say they did a very good paint job.

[@tensebeastgaming8527]

On the 2002 CRV, side impact airbags were optional. Mine has the side impact airbags and is now at 290k miles. Engine and trans are solid. Common issues are the clutch on the AC compressor, leaks from the VTEC solenoid, and p0420 catalytic converter issues. I've had all these issues but I've replaced the compressor w an aftermarket one and it continues to drive. Pulled off the valve cover and got told by my mechanic cousin that it looks similar to engines with 60-70k. Bought it for 500$ at 250k

[@JorgeGonzalez-mn3fk]

What was the issue with the P0420? Was it a bad catalytic converter or an exhaust leak or sensors. I recently got the code on a 2006 CRV. I think it could be an exhaust leak.

[@tensebeastgaming8527]

@@JorgeGonzalez-mn3fk it could be any of those things, definitely not an easy thing to diagnose. I’d start with the easiest thing to diagnose and put a wet/dry vacuum in reverse (blower mode and tape it to the exhaust. Next spray soapy water with a spray bottle onto the catalytic converter and all over the exhaust manifold (while it is cool obviously) if any air is escaping the soapy water with start to bubble. My issue ended up being a very slow internal coolant leak that fouled the catalytic converter slowly over time(somehow had good compression but definitely leaking coolant into cylinders 3-4) had wondered why the front o2 sensor looked to have a light greenish-white residue on it and it wasn’t until I did a compression test that the crv blew water out of cylinders 3-4 while I cranked it over that I knew what the issue was. It was still driving at this time but definitely on borrowed time so I ended up getting rid of it. Hope you don’t have the issue I did and good luck on your diagnosis 👍

[@DNellserChanNel]

Mines is a 2004, and that's my baby, I love my car, it runs like brand new with 105700 mileage. Not trading it for nothing.

[@DNellserChanNel]

Gray Au I got the car 4 years ago with 79k, the previous owners barely it. God’s gift to me. Honda’s the best.

[@dungdoan9830]

Our 05 crv ex all wheel drive is still running soooo good 👍

[@tonganCoConut]

Me and my wife have bought one tonight. 2006 one. I am stoked as I hear nothing but good about this car :)

[@maciejwarda1974]

I got a 2003, bought it brand new , the only problems I had with it was the brake calipers failing and locking and a fuse went out on it and would not start and the dashboard lights went crazy. Paint oxidized too. Runs great and I only have 83k miles on it. Will never give it up.

[@chrisaguayo6482]

mine stopped running on the freeway can you tell me which fuse it was that failed

[@maciejwarda1974]

@@chrisaguayo6482 i had a mechanic fix that so i don't know. it cost me $90 to fix

[@Stelcom66]

If I were to replace my '99 Accord, it's very likely I'd buy this generation CRV. The $5k price is what I'd be trying to stay around. Another plus about 2005-06 is the manual transmission was still available, which is what I have in my Accord. But, this generation has a 5 speed automatic, which is rated as achieving better MPGs than the manual. Although manuals are my preference, the 5 speed auto could be my choice given the better economy and gearing resulting in lower (and quieter) highway rpm.

[@jtisplayin8344]

Thank you for going in to depth I absolutely loved the video Chad

[@davidengland8799]

Highly recommended is a Xtrons double din android unit. Less than £200 off eBay. They fit straight in with no modifications required as they come with a ISO cable, plug n play. Fitting instructions are on KZbin, removing dash panels etc and anybody can do it. Features include: * Bluetooth hands free - perfect * DVD player * Wi-fi - I run it from my phone which has 2GB * KZbin * Tons of free apps * Sat-nav Still discovering new features, only had it a week so there’s more to discover. Only problem is I’m looking down at it whilst driving because it looks awesome 😳🚙