2008 Honda Odyssey Ownership Review. Cupholders and Storage Space Gallore!

Hey everyone! It's time for another JrZ CarZ ownership review. This time, check out my 2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L with the tried and true 3.5L i-vtec engine. I'll give you a walkaround, and an ownership review of the good and bad of the van. There's so much storage, and while I was creating the video I now see just how many cup holders there are for your passengers.
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[@derrickd3012]

Very nice review, i own a 2006 Honda Odyssey Ex with original engine and transmission. Currently has 226,000 miles on it and runs great, had it for 3 years now

[@JrZCarZ]

Thanks for watching! I'll have a video on the serpentine belt and tensioner replacement, and the timing belt replacement coming out soon 👍

[@kevinlucas9905]

I’m looking at buying a 2008 odyssey exl as a cash car. I think I might go ahead and get it

[@gsp49]

​@@kevinlucas9905What is a cash car?

[@georgeulbrandt]

This video was very helpful, I’m 18 and just got this exact same van only gray interior and blue/green exterior. I learned about all the different cup holders and storage compartments and how to move the seats in the back, all very neat

[@JrZCarZ]

Glad it helped you out👍

[@robertkadids379]

Love this van. There's so many compartments for storage

[@faisalmmmmmm]

Thank you for the in depth review.

[@JrZCarZ]

Thanks for viewing!

[@sheamileto7895]

@@JrZCarZ Do you still have the Hyundai? What car did this replace?

[@ilblues]

Thanks for the wonderful review. My wife and I looked at a 2006 EX-L in this color yesterday and passed on it because of some undisclosed damage, and annoying noises in the cabin. BUT! I drove it long enough to really enjoy the ride, quiet, and it was the easiest to get in/out of vehicle I've ever driven. We're 67/68 (she's 5'0" and I'm 6'0" and large) and have looked at several vehicles to replace our '03 Buick Park Avenue Ultra that got taken out by a jaywalking deer. Can't get parts to fix the old girl, so we need another good older vehicle. I'm pretty determined to find a 3rd gen EX-L for us - leaning towards the '08-'10 for the refinements and rear camera. We were quite shocked by the storage options. Hoping to find a nice one before winter comes. I like that the rear seat folds down like that and leaves room for a narrow twin frame and foldable mattress. Where we're having more dr. appts.,, it would be nice to have a place to relax and nap while one or the other of us is doing treatments, or shopping. Again, thanks for the well done walk through and recommendations.

[@JrZCarZ]

Thanks for the kind words. This is still my daily driver and we'll be taking it for a second trip to Florida soon. The only complaints I have are the tire options being an oddball size (235/65/16) and it being a timing belt motor that you need to adjust valves. Both of those are on-deck to be done. It is a nice van, and my youngest told me I better not get rid of it 😄

[@alexrojas1012]

Idk if you have this but in my odyssey I had a little storage cubby that pulls out from under the pass seat. I never knew it was there until I saw a review that showed it

[@JrZCarZ]

In this Odyssey I dont have it, but I did have a Windstar that had the drawer under the passenger seat.

[@tyleshaoneil3376]

I did too! Pretty cool

[@jimmellenberger8505]

My 97 Aerostar had that, too!

[@brendagrant9382]

Yes goodness! I have an 05 Ex-L.

[@djcordes4352]

I had an exact 2008 color and interior wise. Except it had Nav. Loved that van and it was the most comfortable car ever. Still have an odyssey, but it is a 2023 Touring now. I got a 2013 to replace my 2008 and was going to take it back because it wasn’t nearly as comfortable!

[@JrZCarZ]

I still DD the Oddy about 70 miles daily. Even though my wife's car is better on gas, I always take the van cause it's so much more comfortable to drive. I need to do a couple maintenance items with it over 161k miles but it sure as hell beats having a car payment 👍

[@gsp49]

You missed the secret coin tray compartment inside the very front cupholder.

[@JrZCarZ]

True! A hidden gem 😄💰💰

[@tazyonna3718]

hey so that van is good is it plz let me know

[@kayjay4060]

Honda interior designers question to R&D. "What is important to Americans?". R&D "cupholders and storage".

[@JrZCarZ]

😄 They sure did put enough in there. My kids haven't complained. Lol

[@kayjay4060]

@@JrZCarZ Just picked up 08 touring white. 210k. Failed timing belt tensioner. Otherwise excellent shape. $750. Going to go through her completely. Hopefully no bent valves, but I am sure tension was held between the crank and cams since it was just the tensioner side that failed. I hope, it's too cold out to open her up, but as soon as it breaks freezing, I'm digging in.

[@JrZCarZ]

@@kayjay4060 hopefully you'll luck out and it didnt do any valve damage! I have to do the timing belt on mine cause I don't see anything that says it was ever done and REALLY don't want another engine failure in the fleet. I'm doing the rod bearings on my 07 Edge and it sucks being 40° outside.

[@kayjay4060]

@@JrZCarZ Good luck to you. At least you got 40 degrees, I'm working with 30. Still both too cold. :(

[@goranmijatovic6786]

In Europe, we convert them to go on cargas, LPG its chiper that way🙂.

[@rhpphr11]

Did you check to see if manufacturers maintenence was followed asI believe it has an INTERFERENCE engine and requires the timing belt be REPLACED every 60k-105k? 2000 dollar bill if you are lucky enough to find a dealer who will do it for you.Of coarse you could chance it but if it slips,breaks,or comes off engine is junk!The pistons smash into the valves.Check it out man it's REAL!

[@torreypires6192]

this just happened to mine it had 124k miles idk if i should get a used engine or just get another car

[@jimmellenberger8505]

​@@torreypires6192my son's 05 EX-L had the water pump hang and burn the belt, causing interference damage. Water pump and timing belt replacement quoted at $750 from our mechanic, but a rebuild was looking at 3,000. Ahh, so I found a 55k mile JDM engine, that cost extra to fit, because you have to switch parts, as JDMs are from right hand drive Japanese cars. But, he now has a low-mileage engine that should last a long time, with a brand new pump and belt, so good for another 90-100 miles before replacing again. I'm about to get an 08 Odyssey, myself, even though it's just me, I need a vehicle that can handle a mobility scooter. Getting it with the tow package, as well. Decent price, too, if you shop around.

[@subscribe.8329]

I have one

[@lambertj.2892]

How does it run with 125,000 miles on it? any problems yet? Have you had the timing belt replaced?

[@JrZCarZ]

Runs great! I haven't done the timing belt and I don't remember seeing a sticker on it showing the belt was changed yet. Definately need to check into that though

[@TheLeGeNdPvE]

​@JrZCarZ Still have it? If so how's she going with how many miles! Looking into one currently!

[@k.w.2275]

​@@TheLeGeNdPvEdid you get it?

[@TheLeGeNdPvE]

@k.w.2275 Negative still deciding between 08-10 or a 14-16 or a 2013-14 highlander or 2016 mdx lol... lot of options not sure which way we are going

[@gabelov2fish670]

what's the difference between the ex and the 3 exl options

[@DVeck89]

Leather interior, navigation option, dvd screen, VCM engine

[@damianplonski7179]

Where's the volume knob? Yours doesn't look like mine. I have a 2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L but I have my TuneScroll and Volume FM radio display right under climate control but above the cup holder on the center console

[@JrZCarZ]

Sounds like you have the upgraded radio that has navigation. Mine doesn't have that so the radio controls are on the actual radio, or the steering wheel

[@seymorefact4333]

i'm looking at buying a 2008 w/ 190k miles. Thank you.

[@JrZCarZ]

I would double check to see if the timing belt was done. If it was, Happy motoring. If it wasn't, then you have a negotiating piece to get the price down cause that should have been done by that mileage or it'll be on borrowed time.

[@kapkap2342]

2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L, 126,425 miles

[@JrZCarZ]

Mine is sitting at 164,500 now 👍

[@cencal5723]

​@@JrZCarZHow many miles can this van get in its life

[@JrZCarZ]

@@cencal5723 honestly, a vehicle is only as good as the maintenance done to it. With 169k miles on the van now it's starting to show some suspension issues that can be fixed (typical maintenance items at this age/mile) but as long as you do the maintenance, timing belt, fluids, etc, then it should last a long while. I see these vans with 300k that are still cruising around on the original motor/trans.

[@el_pelon.1985]

No transmission issues ?

[@JrZCarZ]

Nope, still shifts well with a fluid change.

[@gsp49]

You can get a kayak that is 10 feet long inside of it.

[@JrZCarZ]

The only 'trouble' is you have to actually take out the second row of seats to get the full cargo and they can be heavy for some people. The 3rd row folds neatly into the floor. Lots of room though!

[@gsp49]

@@JrZCarZ yes, I've got a 2009, same stuff, the longer I own it, the more I like it. Roof is very strong for heavy cargo, excellent towing capacity too, hitches are easy to install, because they are made for it. Built in Talladega, Alabama one of the safest vehicles on the road.

[@Hassan-hj7pw]

Do you know where the block heater is

[@JrZCarZ]

Doesn't have a block heater

[@Hassan-hj7pw]

@@JrZCarZ ahhh we came to that conclusion after looking for a bit. On other vids it shows it has one but if for the 2008 one it doesn't weird

[@matrixvision14]

Did this replace anything

[@JrZCarZ]

Only the previous generation Odyssey.

[@matrixvision14]

@@JrZCarZ no like one of your vehicles

[@JrZCarZ]

Oh, lol. The This's replaced the Torrent.

[@matrixvision14]

@@JrZCarZ noooooo I liked that car do you still have the ford edge

[@JrZCarZ]

Yea I really liked the torrent too, but needed something bigger for the family. Was going to keep it for nut daughter but she doesn't want an SUV so the search continues for her. I'll definately tell you that I'm looking for a project though, so there will ve something coming to the channel soon enough......... maybe even a Copart walk around or purchase!

[@clarabolanos463]

Tengo problemas con la puerta del lado izquierdo. Abre pero no cierra q debo hacer?

[@alexrojas1012]

Pasa todo el tiempo o no mas cuando esta frio?

[@clarabolanos463]

@@alexrojas1012 pues es primera vez q mda ese problema m dicen q pueda ser el cable.