DO NOT Buy a Honda Fit Until You Watch This Video! (2008 Honda Fit Problems)

[@johnvestil3789]

I used to laugh at the Fits, now I cannot even imagine living without one. This is arguably the closest to being a perfect car.

[@JustinMods]

Arguably?

[@JustinMods]

Yeah! I said arguably cause there’s no reason why it isn’t the perfect car 😂

[@jaredtrust548]

@@JustinMods Justin could please share what upgrades you did on the Honda fit and which aftermarket product is recommended... thanks

[@JustinMods]

Check my other videos! 👍🏼

[@seanc5718]

with a manual it's perfect.

[@mattypuddingfingers6562]

If Honda would have made a Fit SI with a K20 motor, six speed manual transmission, decent suspension and weight reduction and then priced it under $20K. I truly believe it would've been one of the best affordable sports off all time.

[@stevejeffrey11]

that would be so fun, would handle great I loved the v6 accord 6 speed manual coupe, best Honda

[@1CoLd3]

Does anyone make that kind of thing

[@yamkaw346]

@@1CoLd3Called a fiesta st, amazing car

[@alanfitzgeraldsr2201]

Have you heard the expression it is what it is. This is not that.

[@Myaphoothant_2010]

I have a Honda fit. I own it 13 years ago. Is a 2008 model and now it it 2021 and it still runs perfectly and it does it job.

[@mariahsilva1168]

Same!!!

[@LuisMorales-oj1ry]

how many miles?

[@psychiatry-is-eugenics]

Valve adjustment ?

[@carolionroar]

Had my 08 fit her whole life. 135k, still going strong.

[@rafaeluhu]

Got my 2004 for ages, and it is 200k 😂😂 going fine

[@piotsim]

I've got my Jazz from 2008 1.4 doing well 14k done no minor issues

[@applepoop10]

You mean “his” life?

[@gabeguedea2499]

Ever Any head gasket issues? I had a 03 civic but I still have nightmares about and I would just hate to open that same can of worms again… But I’m really interested in the fit. What you guys think??

[@radharcanna]

@@gabeguedea2499 apart from having to replace service parts, I’ve never had a moment’s trouble with mine. A very reliable car.

[@kumingo]

It’s the perfect daily. I would buy it again and again.

[@samstedman409]

“DO NOT buy a Honda Fit until you watch this video” “It has cup holders guys”

[@JustinMods]

I just really had to let you know

[@samstedman409]

@@JustinMods dont worry I have a 2013 fit with 66k miles. Love the car and all of its cup holders!

[@frozenfireball2341]

Has 10 cup holders lol

[@gorygarcia9605]

Mine has 10

[@xela1816]

@@samstedman409 lol

[@jamesborek8125]

I have a customer with a '07 Fit w/ 230k mi the last time I changed her oil. The single largest fix ever on the car was a new cat and O2 sensor at ~200k miles. The rest was all maintenance and consumables.. makes me feel very good about my 87k '08 GD3!

[@lizzym9935]

I used to feel Embarrassed about my fit I wanted a Miata or a 350z so I can modify but I’m now realizing it’s great 😂😂

[@JustinMods]

I’m looking for an s2000 so... 👀👀

[@jeffloucks2120]

Like our 2015 but the white has paint issues (recall) and need a starter at 53k miles. Push button start recall now as well that I still feel is tied to the starter failing. Dealer says no codes thrown for push button so no replacement.

[@mrkrakatoa]

I've got a few cars and love driving the Honda fit the most. Granted I've got enkei rpf1 w stickier tires and a progress rear sway bar.

[@w1ndex]

Mine has 251k miles on it, about to do a bit of maintenance and drive it for 250k more.

[@FYpgt]

My honda fit has 167,000 miles. Just do maintenance . Good gas mileage. Not fast but bring you to work daily. No engine problem.

[@jlogue751]

278000 here. About to redo suspension

[@kaitlyn8660]

305000 on mine

[@davidhaas3111]

I have 298k on mine... but it’s not a fit... or a Honda... it’s a 98 Subaru Legacy but I wanted to feel included. 😂

[@edwardboers1993]

I just hit 301000....had the left cv axle break....but other than that car has been super solid....owned it from brand new day one

[@laurentiutrifan9092]

I just love the 2007-2008 model: big side and rear windows (very bright interior), simple design and huge space. Add the heated seats and steering wheel from recent models and there's my perfect car. If Honda would make new cars with the old body line, I would definitely got me a new one.

[@bettysmith8956]

I have a 2007, love this car. Got more power than you think & gas milage is great. Wouldn't trade "Jingles" for anything else. (MY sons bought her for me around Christmas hence "Jingles"

[@HazyTown01]

I would see if you could get away with switching out the steering wheel, seats, and wiring harness from the floor of the later models and put them in the older models

[@drakewingfire]

I got a 2007 5-speed base model here in Canada, she's hit 250,000km and runs like a champ (or 155,000 miles if you are from the US) I recently threw an upper strut tower bar in here and I gotta admit, its probably one of the best things I did to that car, it helped tighten her front end cornering stability a bit, less wobble feel. She may be a beater by this point with the rust and rougher shape of her paint, but she's one hell of a trooper!

[@Scarf351]

How much you get it for brother?

[@richardhulton8894]

I thought I was one of the only ones with a strut tower brace. I got mine for a RHD and it just happened to fit. I'm really not sure if I noticed any more performance, and I do auto x it, but it sure does look cool! (I'm an adult, I swear)

[@Careerextendersmassagetools]

I can fit 8 foot long 2x4s (lumber) in the car with the front seat folded back and the rear seat folded down, wheel well to hatch back. This car has more usable room inside than many full sized suv. I once pulled up to a store where my wife had just bought a carpet. A random guy was laughing to himself, that I thought that carpet roll was going to fit in my car. We throw it in and drove away. It's like the old clown car thing where 12 clowns pile out of a tiny car!

[@richardhulton8894]

there have been a few times that my wife and I have driven away from a home store with the magic seats flipped dow and with 8 foot lumber on the right and the two of us on the left. I think we look funny but I can't Imagine trying to take home 8 foot building materials with a sedan.

[@myaccount227]

@Jason bostick

[@cl587]

I bought a 2007 Honda fit sport manual with 200,000 for 2k on 2016 and she's still running never give me problem with anything everything work like a low millage car is unbelievable the reliability of these cars are incredibly good and great gas saver too

[@kevinhutchinson2237]

Best car I have own for 3 years now I love my Honda Fit!! It’s awesome.

[@rdcsqualus]

I just bought a 2010 with 68k manual transmission for 6.5k. I have an Acura tlx but I drove that little car all day today. It’s just so usable! Very fun to drive. Not fast, just fun. I went to IKEA and the furniture fitted in the trunk. When I pulled up people thought I was crazy but once I opened the trunk and rolled the seats down they realized what an amazing car this little thing is. Absolutely love it!

[@briantruck2284]

Nice

[@samfrito]

We've had our 08 since brand new and its the first car some one has actually knocked on my door to ask me if they could buy it. It'll never be for sale or traded in unless I become incapable of driving stick. Screw that! Even with a peg leg and a hook hand i would still drive this. Fits are nuts. You have my blessing for this channel! Keep up the great work, sir!

[@abbigailking3856]

hey i might be buying one! does it ride low to the ground like a sedan or up higher like an suv?

[@samfrito]

@@abbigailking3856 our 08 (and I think the following gen) need to be lowered if you want to scrape speed bumps. I've climbed a few medians in traffic with it, no problem. Hope that helps.

[@Carlparishhonda]

I still have my 13 year old 5 speed automatic 2008 Honda Fit Sport jazz with over 150,000 miles on it. This vehicle is extremely fast on the expressway especially changing lanes. Be very careful driving on snow.

[@matthewsioson4775]

i have honda fit 2008 / 350k milage 12 years now and still working good

[@esdet105]

My Honda Fit 2019 is a spectacularly well equipped, it's roomy, has a buttery motor and it's darn well built.

[@xela1816]

Buttery motor

[@DOOMZDAY34]

I have a 2010 Honda Fit with 70,400 miles on it, and I’m 6ft 5 and still have room. Love my fit, and enjoyed your review 👍

[@HondaFit4Adventure]

6'5 gang

[@radharcanna]

I tried to change mine for a Skoda but I just couldn’t let it go. It’s a 2006 model and has done 126,000 miles and still looks and sounds great. The intended replacement car had so many screens, menus and features that I didn’t need. Simple is best.

[@KLune92]

I had an 07 fit that I used while I did uber and lyft and everyone loved it cause it looks so tiny on the outside but it's really roomy. I just bought my second fit 08 fit sport model

[@CottonWoodBlues]

I bought my 2008 Fit just for Uber too. It is a great Uber car

[@tierramc3]

I love my fit!!! I have hauled dressers, long tables, 75 in TVs, stone table sets and here's a good one traveled 16 kids in my 2006 honda!! Wow! right, I have had minor issues but nothing to big I couldn't fix myself. You can keep the trucks. My fit does more!

[@THE-xp3hp]

No ground clearance, no towing, no 4WD. 🙃. ok

[@kentkirkpatrick7953]

Can it haul a ton and a half of gravel?

[@glassman1720]

I am original owner of an '08 Fit Sport with manual transmission. Solved the armrest problem as soon as I bought the car with an aftermarket one from eBay, which is still in the car. I have 135,000 mi, and changed the clutch at 125,000. I left the car stock, and beat the hell out of it. It's bulletproof mechanically, but the plastic parts are cheap, and break. I'm waiting for a Mazda MX5 RF 100 year anniversary 6 speed manual to arrive from Japan, but I'm keeping my Fit. It owes me nothing, and will go way past 300,000 mi. It's still a blast to drive. Yeah, slow car fast; just got to know how to squeeze the most out of that 7200 rpm red line.

[@JustinMods]

Thanks for the comment! It’s cool to see how people have felt owning the fit and their experiences with it. Good luck on that import.

[@unclefreddieDied]

could you tell me which armrest you went with?

[@DCSPORTSTER]

I have an 07 Honda fit works great haven’t had too many issues with it it’s coming up to 400,000 kms now. The only major repairs new struts and shocks new AC compressor because the clutch went so I changed the unit out. Ignition coils. Ignition cylinder finally wore out. Just took it out and remove the tumblers and the springs.Works great that way you can remove the key and lock the doors and leave it run. There’s still a chip in the key so nobody can start it with a screwdriver so it works for me. I think I’m on my third set of front brake pads just change the calipers out on the front and the rear brakes are original. Thank God for rear drum brakes no disk for me on the back too many issues. And I change the intermediate pipe recently because it finally rotted out. One battery one alternator starter still works great.Unusual tires and oil changes. i follow the maintenance minder hasn’t let me down yet. I guess I’ve done a fair bit of work to it but it’s also got 400,000 km on it how many cars last that long.

[@mikeschilli1088]

It usually takes people several years of Fit ownership to realize there's a 2nd glove box right above the 1st one, with a lid that opens upwards from the dashboard. You're welcome!

[@seanc5718]

I believe that's only in the second gen. I have 08 and 18 FIts and neither have the second glove

[@nicholasgilmore1671]

What lid I can’t find it online I have a 2013

[@KWASHIC]

luckily my friend discovered it for me same day i got the car

[@romain198426]

Thats a lie

[@KWASHIC]

@@romain198426 what is?

[@florancerudi]

I've had four Honda fits absolutely love them that center console I use a small box from Amazon to put all my stuff in and I keep it behind the passenger's seat...... That's how I rectify that problem great mileage people don't realize the room in one of those things. I think they're a fantastic car.1.5

[@chuckcunningham9979]

I’m on my third Honda Fit. 2008, 2013 and 2018. I don’t drive it for the speed... I drive it for the >43 mpg and the ability to sleep in back. My dog and I have traveled this country many times over. Road trips in the Fit are great.

[@joelove1987]

I love this little car & the way those rear seats fold down & back is awesome!! This looks like the sport which has cruise control & other creature comforts the base doesn't come with!! I definitely might look at one of these!!

[@dylanball5385]

Fit gang. I got a fit and it’s been my daily for 2 years now and she rips lol

[@Myaphoothant_2010]

2 years? This fit arrived at my house since I was 2 year. My fit is 13 year old now

[@myducks911]

I had a guy in a second gen shout “Fit Gang” at me during H2Oi and I was beside myself lol I loved it. We don’t have many younger Fit owners in my area, most are older people.

[@JustinMods]

FIT GANG!

[@cdb5001]

Brah, I'm 8 foot 3 and even MY head doesn't hit the ceiling of this car.

[@kingsamvisuals]

Look it's big foot

[@EK-np4nx]

@Cd B 🧢

[@Jronesfpv]

buy a cupholder arm rest it will fix the interior for you

[@davidcarlin3850]

The Honda Fit is an extremely reliable and great car. My brother has two of them

[@JamesFWClark]

I have a 2007 Honda Fit Sport that I purchased with 22K miles. I now have 117K miles and the only thing I have had major repair on was the AC unit ($1500). The clutches on these vehicles last a long time if they are properly adjusted and you use them properly. With the 2007, leaks develop in the rear where the hatchback hinge swivels, allowing rain water to drain of all places in the spare tire well and slosh into the back seat floor. There is at least one KZbin video on how to fix this problem but it is to simply to apply fresh silicone seal near the hinges where the roof meets the side panels. Beforre this car, I had a 1990 Honda Civic wagon with the same power train (1500 cc engine and 5 speed manual) . I purchased the car in Chicago with 204K miles on it and I drove it until I sold it to my friend's son with 280K miles. The power train never needed any work but the body did rust out due to the salt use in Chicago. My current Fit is located in Tampa FL and rust is not a problem here.

[@christopherjohnston6343]

When I met my girlfriend 5 years ago she had a Honda Fit. It was a CVT, had a reedy little 1.3L engine and looked kind of dumpy like a van. I wrote it off then. 5 years and two kids later I'm finally looking to get a 1.5 Sport for myself. I like the way small cars drive and realistically there's nothing more practical than a Honda Fit with the way the magic seats can be configured. They are also set up firm enough from the factory that they are basically a wheel and tyre swap away from having extremely nimble handling. Their servicing is a little bit more expensive but we have had zero unexpected fixes over 100,000kms. Fuel economy is a 6.8L/100km average for the 1.5 my parents now run and the 1.3 struggles to go above 6.5L/100kms even in Town. This little car won me over in a big way.

[@TheDerricks1]

I have a Honda fit 08 model with 300k on the clock but hey its like it's brand new the performance is awesome

[@thelastsaiyan9036]

I got mine last March used from the dealer. It's the sport edition so I already had to replace the clutch plate and flywheel. Also had a replace the front stabilizers. But that's all I've done. It's around 125,000 miles and seems like it's going to be going a lot more. It is kind of hard to find the parts for it at times such as the air filter or any body replacement parts but hauling a 75 in Samsung in the back as well as my old lady stove, really sold me on a hatchback. And holy s***, I can see everything from any angle. I cannot drive other cars as well now because I feel like I'm stifled with the small ass back windows. The car gets me some flack from people who don't know but I wouldn't give up this space for anything

[@richsweeney1115]

Yours was beaten. We have an orange 09 fit 5spd sport. 200k and it has the original clutch. I've never heard of the clutch going at low milage...this one has barely needed anything but maintenance, and runs excellent. My wife works for GrubHub some nights,and she does a lot of stop and go with deliveries, the car has paid for itself in the last 2 years she's done grub with it, we love it.. parts aren't hard to find, I got an air filter for ours at AutoZone. I did tie rod ends, stabilizer links, but that was at like 186k , and it was because our roads suck. Also did pads and rotors and calipers, didn't have a problem finding parts . Anyone who makes fun of the fit is ignorant

[@TanukiDigital]

The visibility in the Fit really is great. I get so annoyed anytime I'm in a rental because you can't see shit out of new cars now.

[@grizzyt2757]

Yea i used my honda fit for my buy and sell furniture business. I have “FIT” a dresser with mirror, tall boy and many more lmao. People didnt believe when i came to their house ready to pick up their furniture with a honda fit lmao

[@lindsayw3361]

I call my fit my little truck lol

[@raymondvisto3248]

I love honda fit this will definitely be my first vehicle especially for reliability cargo space parking you can't go wrong about this.

[@DrCureAging]

Please get it. I LOVE MY 2020 FIT

[@dom2849]

Looking to get one too

[@rs5570]

2007 Fit girl here & no kids. The suckers & napkins are all for me. Sweet!

[@vaporhyde]

I Saved from the junkyard a '02 Jazz with ~250'000 miles. The engine is still healty, and with few fix it still running like a charm... I love It, perfect for daily use! Only con is the rain water leaks :( BTW nice channel!

[@richardhulton8894]

the rear hatch is known to leak around the hinges, the sealer they used at the factory (under the paint) cracks and it leaks. get a tube of clear silicon and glob it on around any cracks you can find near the rear hatch hinges. this fix will be invisible when the hatch is closed and it will cost you less than twenty bucks. I did mine ten years ago and my spare tire area is still dry. good luck!

[@ElysiumNZ]

I just bought one. 2013 Fit Hybrid with 44,500km on the clock. This car will last me years to come. The console is far better looking than the Prius as well.

[@scott-jc5nd]

Well Your video was well edited. Bet you Neighbors love your exhaust. Remember the exhaust is immensely louder outside your car than it is inside your car. Just a personal opinion. Glad you are making videos on the Honda Fit. We have a 2007 and a 2014. We don't worry too much about the glove compartment space. We love the flexible seating and storage. The manual transmission is considerably pepier than the automatic. Our 2007 is a manual transmission. Not good to keep any kind of food or candy in your car in the warm weather. (Especially ketchup packets) 😊 All good!

[@figjelly3476]

Currently looking to purchase a 2008 Fit & your video popped up. Thanks!

[@myducks911]

The first gens had their fair share of problems. I have a second gen (13) and it is my first car. The biggest (and only) problem I’ve had so far is the right front caliper seized up and dug a groove in the rotor. I was already planning on replacing the rotors and pads anyway so I already had the replacements. Honda put them on with a new caliper, cost around $350. Though that can happen to any vehicle, the caliper retained too much fluid. It’s a very reliable car, I mean, it is a Honda of course 😉

[@richsweeney1115]

You paid Honda to do the brakes??????

[@destroyall24]

I love my gd fit dude. Slow car is so much fun on this application.

[@chanpenalosa8783]

I got Fit GD1.. and it's freaking awesome. Old Model but Gold performance. nice content by the way.. cheers!

[@brotherbax4083]

I bought a 2nd gen (2013) manual base model brand new and had the armrest/console installed. Thought it would be for my kids to drive (and learn stick). Changed jobs and it became my commuter. 114K miles later and I still love it. No mods at all, but Like you said, “it’s slow car fast.” Short wheelbase whips around like a go cart and I drive it like I stole it every day. Had a warranty service on a pilot bearing at 30K, but I think I’m still on the original clutch. Rev match downshifts, heel toe corners, and neutral at the red lights and it has lasted forever. Best little car ever!

[@Careerextendersmassagetools]

The Honda FIT is also one of few cars that can be flat towed behind a motorhome. This feature is even covered in the manual.

[@SjurgisS]

I have fit (no pun intended) a huge, two-side-by-side-person desk with wide drawers in between inside of it; Think a family-sized fridged as a load, that fits completely. Space. is. INSANE.

[@richsweeney1115]

My wife has an orange 09 fit 5 spd standard, we love it 179 k miles. Never a problem...and the glove box is ok, and the upper part of the dash has a second compartment

[@SupKuzz]

I Just bought a 2008 and I'm 6'2 . I love how it handles like a go cart

[@mementomorgan6721]

I just bought this car. 2013 with hardly any miles on it. I’ve always wanted it. I’m so excited lol

[@stresr213]

You dont have to buy that overprized small battery just get the 51R size battery FITS(yea..okay no) perfectly and has a higher CCA 😉 thank me later !

[@matt-be8lc]

Wait really? Damn already wasted money on the small one. The other one fits fine?

[@stresr213]

@@matt-be8lc alittle taller by like an inch and the battery terminals align perfectly thats not a problem also with the bracket that holds down the battery fit perfectly why that small under powered overpriced battery is oem is beyond me 🤷‍♂️

[@vgrof2315]

Bought a 2015 FIT. I love it! Perfect car for this old man.

[@davidarkinian2393]

I saw a 2009 manual with 99k on it a year ago before prices skyrocketed. My mazda 3 was totalled insurance gave me 3,700. I traveled 200 miles to NJ seeing car for sale for $3600. My wife called where are u? NJ....she said WTF? BOUGHT IT ON THE SPOT for $3600 full asking. Took train from Boston next day to NJ and seller picked me up at train station and I drove it home. 1yr later NO problems other than A/C clutch failure (known common) which I replaced. Its my Work car and Get this! I avg 45mpg. Love this car!

[@luba_360]

I didn't hear any problems mate! I will buy this car soon. Been number 1 on my cheap list

[@palekenamauuawaa1248]

I am planning buy me 2007 hinda fit s only 71.780 k miles thank you for share your video with me much mahalo from hilo,hawaii.

[@JustinMods]

Love the support! Thanks for the comment

[@freelightexpress]

Thanks for the vid! I've been looking to get a nice Silver colour one soon, or maybe another colour on a good offer, they look so fun, I havent test drove one yet even.

[@rileyfink9066]

Hey got a quick question for u not sure if you had this problem or not just wanting to check I have just bout one of these and it has a really high idle will stay idleing on 3k when cold and when warmed up so u know how to fix this problem

[@kudakwasherolandkandai9430]

This car has taken over Zimbabwe by storm. The ratio I would put at 1-5, per every 5 cars you come across on the street 1 of them is a Honda fit.

[@ronripley9197]

I have a first gen 2007 Honda Fit with a manual transmission and am the original owner. It currently has 138,000 kms. It's been a great car but have had a couple of issues. Clutch crapped out at 80,000 kms and original battery didn't last that long. I'm very surprised that not many people have mentioned about how bad the 2007 & 2008's leak!! Vapor barriers in both back doors fail and the two back footwells are always wet. Also, the spare tire wheel well fills up with water, which enters from the roof after the sealant goes bad. Other than that, I love the car and will drive it into the ground!!

[@coreyang08]

Same year Fit as yours, automatic and when it rains... the next day you could hear water splashing around in the spare tire wheel well. I believe it was improperly welded at the seam from the get-go for the 07 models and since it's not really considered a safety issue, Honda never bothered doing a recall on it. I use clear sealant to seal up the visible crack lines and let it cure overnight and that kept rain water out since two yrs ago.

[@mkvll86]

People won’t understand how well it handles, and how easy it is to maintain. Clean the EGR valve and flush out some hidden horsies. Hands down, one of thee most slept on vehicles. In the Bahamas 2 out of 5 people have one.

[@RedMango55]

Is cleaning the EGR valve easy, something an old lady like me can do? :)

[@archimedesjade9363]

I have a fit 2010 model so far its very comfortble on long ride , sleep on the car absolutely so good .

[@benb2199]

I just bought a 2010 basic model 5sp and I really like it. I'm 6'4 225lbs and I have plenty of room! This car has 163xxx miles and drives excellent.

[@abramsmm1]

My 07 Fit Sport 5-speed now has 316k. Yes, slow car fast, but once the vtec kicks in around 3400 rpm at 70 mph, it just wants to run, and sounds great doing it. Now I'm looking for a 2012-13 to eventually take its place.

[@ahbah518]

I have a 2012, my only wish is to have bought a 5 speed manual. That model is last one made in Japan'!

[@VjStrikerProductions]

I have 2013 GE8 RS, they refreshed it in 2011 so I have all disk brakes and 6 speed manual, I love it

[@JustinMods]

I really like the RS, wish the fit was marketed more as a sporty car

[@shaunblack5365]

I have a honda jazz 2011 1.4 EX best car ever I used to have Mazda3 now I have been converted both cars have great revues

[@fadiamine2503]

Hi Thanks for this review but you forget to tell us some thing about the consumption?! How much? Is it a 1.2 engine or 1.3?? Thanks lot

[@blainebarnhart1080]

Got a call from a sheriff outside minneapolis about an old guy in a small blue honda. Pulled him over on suspicion of dwi. It was my 91 yr old father in law who will no longer be driving. He's safe at his home now although he doesnt know it. Point is i suddenly find myself driving this Honda Fit after dark, guage on "E", no station for many miles, windows and headlights caked with road salt, and i needed to get it home. Did i mention im 6'4"? It was a blast to drive other than my white nuckles to find a pump. Wife and i had planned to shop Subarus. But i had plenty of leg room in the Fit and the guage read 40.1mpg. Why not!

[@treble77]

Love my 2008 fit sport. Gonna do the spoiler adjustment you recommended in other vid. Thanks

[@JustinMods]

Np, I love it dude! Let me know how it goes! You got any fit friends?

[@noelshafi1314]

I have a 2010 Honda Fit with over 200K miles and it still runs great. Without a doubt the best car I ever had and ever driven. I would not sell this car until the wheels fall off.

[@ianpaul0520]

Call me cheap, but i do really love simplicity and the analog of any car.

[@JustinMods]

Don’t be scared and call it cheap, I love the way that the fit is, it has everything i need, and nothing more. No giant screens or complex settings and menus.

[@radharcanna]

Went to change mine lately. With all the screens, buttons and everything else in the new car, I decided I really wanted to hold on to my simple little Jazz!

[@BlueChrysalis]

I have a 2008 base model. Love it! But...have any of you experienced a metallic squeal on a cold start. Mine has been doing this for a long, long time. Taken it to many, many mechanics and no one can find a cause. It starts fine. Just wanting to know if any of you fit owners have experienced this. Thanks!

[@LaplacianFourier]

I have a 2010 sport and it did that last winter for a while after I got some recall fixes. I gave the dealers a hard time about it. It seems to have gone away so I attribute it to cold weather. It did it only at the first start up of the day.

[@gandalf0987]

I bought a used 2008 fit last week. Sometimes I get the squeal but only after the vehicle has been off for a while (like in the morning for example). it does this most times, but not always. I have not looked into it yet, so I'm not sure how serious it is.

[@BlueChrysalis]

Mine started out just in cold weather but now it does it year round. But again only it it sit for several hours. Odd.

[@RR-mt9wd]

I have the same issue with my 2nd gen 2007 rs

[@coreyang08]

Bought a 2007 Fit sport two years ago with 78K miles and it has the same squeal you are talking about, lasts for a second or two and goes away. I believe it has something to do with the starter and I might just look into it and either replace the worn part inside the starter or just replace with a new one and get it done and over with. Other than that.. it's a great reliable little compact car and extremely good on gas!

[@papi-champoo6033]

Some fits do come with a center console, aftermarket parts are not huge to choose from for this model of Fit. They only really sell just axel back exhaust for this not the entire catback exhaust, I only seen one company that makes an entire exhaust system for this model. Coilovers are almost non existent and lowering springs are slim pickings. They are nice just the way they are and you can also upgrade your battery to a 51R which would be a tight fit (no pun intended). It is very roomy for its size and a decent car to own.

[@phabeondominguez5971]

Looking to buy a used 2008 Fit tomorrow from a private party, anything I should be aware of or on the lookout for?

[@papi-champoo6033]

@@phabeondominguez5971 I know I'm late to this response but as with any used car check it out throughly.

[@phabeondominguez5971]

@@papi-champoo6033 Bwa haha, THIS GUY.. nah, all good, the one I went to look at, the clutch burned out while I test drove it and yes, seller tried to pin on me.. Drove an hour away so wasn't coming back empty handed, found another one for sale in that area.. Test drive on it was night and day, $2350 later and it was mine, 2008 Fit Sport with 140k miles on it and it had seen better days.. Now 12,000 miles and 5 months later and worth every penny.. even with the check engine light cat converter light coming on/off every hundred miles or so...

[@JustinMods]

Haha! I love it dude. Treat it well and it will do the same to you.

[@bradleyparry1222]

2012 1.5 i-vtec owner and haven't had any issues with mine. Done some fun mods to it and has a bullet proof engine. Definitely a cool little car and turns alot of heads with its extras

[@JustinMods]

yeah, bulletproof for sure. will last forever. There is a fit with over 1 million miles, not even kidding

[@OrangeUp]

Did you install a giraffa head on the roof?

[@eagleeye111pindi7]

I have hondafit 2010 with 200.000 milage still running great 👍 all you need proper maintenance.

[@android185]

I can’t wait I might get one today !!

[@9ZERO6]

Original owner of my 2012 with 115K, best car I have owned. Built in Japan and super simple. Bullet proof engine, boringly reliable car 😃

[@markgabriel6934]

I have an 09 Honda fit sport but face it the fits 1.5 liter L15 doesn't have much power but on track or touge or autocross the power is perfect in my opinion could be better but thats all you really need not to mention the excellent handling of the fit makes it that much more fun to drive... I've taken on faster cars than mine I still get a better time on track than they do

[@JustinMods]

I love taking mine to the touge, I love chasing down s2000s and such.

[@glennharrington7050]

So... Your complaint is that a compact car is compact? And your mechanical experience was changing the battery, which is pretty cheap at Honda. your Major complaints are a small glove box, only one pocket behind the back seat, and no center console? And this is supposed to be a must video before buying a Fit? Fail. Start driving Chrysler products, and you will become viral with all your complaints. 🤣

[@congorraylentes9795]

I have 2007 Honda Fit with 310000 miles and runs great

[@historylover9999]

Was there at any point in time where the fit had issues? Around a certain mileage?

[@marcosscaranello2769]

It is CVT?

[@youraveragegamer7685]

There's an after market center console that you can buy, bought mine from Ebay for my 2011 model. Best $50 I've ever spent. Hows your fit going mate, need a update vid

[@banikjc]

288,000+ miles on our 2007. We treat it like a pick up truck... when you let the seats down, you can haul a washing machine, a dryer, refrigerator, pallets of mulch and dirt, hay bales.... You name it.. gets great gas mileage. Only real complaint is, I have to keep change the spark plugs and coil packs about every 6 months. Maintenance on this thing is so easy a child can do it... Hands down this is the best car we have ever owned.. hopefully we get another 288000 miles out of it.

[@JustinMods]

That’s crazy man! Honda Fit Fits! I’ve never had any problems like that, my spark plugs and coil packs are doing great.

[@chuckcunningham9979]

I’m driving my third Honda Fit (2008, 2013 and 2018. I view my Honda Fit a little differently. I’m not looking for power and speed, I’m looking for better gas mileage. In my fits I’ve (with my dog) driven to Gettysburg down the east to Louisiana. We’ve driven to The Little Big Horn, The Grand Canyon, Yellowstone. We’ve driven the West Coast 16 times. There are other trips. We are able to do this because with a little hypermileing we can average 43 to 45 mpg. Oh... it doesn’t hurt that I can sleep in the back (diagonally) while my dog sleeps in the drivers seat. Our road trips are great.

[@alanfitzgeraldsr2201]

2012 Fit, 207000 plus miles runs great. Just put rear drums on. Love it.

[@bdk323]

I used to own a 2007 fit it was the be best car is ever own. It's slow yes but it feels like a go kart I'm 6 foot 4 and had no problems. I sold it to a friend at work with 215000 on it only changing basics oil, tires ect even the stock clutch was fine. He still drives it to this day.

[@devinjohnson2975]

Just bought a 2012 Honda Fit Sport today for an absolute steal. It is the perfect daily driver and I plan on keeping it forever. Eventually will be K swapping it.

[@JustinMods]

same, trying to get KZbin off the ground so I can k swap mine too!

[@shanman1168]

I've actually hauled a washing machine from Home Depot in the back before...and I use to haul my Marshall 4x12 cab in the back standing upright and amp head + 2 guitars and pedal bag...and an 8foot surf board, but the 10ft kayak didn't fit that well, almost though, within an inch before I cracked the front windshield.

[@batuhangunes961]

I am about to buy the 2010 model at 150k miles, but I am undecided. I'm not sure it will cause trouble due to the high mile Would you recommend it?

[@JustinMods]

150k miles has general problems like any car does. Honda’s in general are pretty reliable. If you’re buying from a dealer, ask them to do a checkup just in case before you buy. But I wouldn’t be worried at all

[@batuhangunes961]

Is there anything specific thing I should check? The important point for me is that it does not cause me problems for at least a few months.

[@HondaFit4Adventure]

@@batuhangunes961 Check all the fluid levels for starters. Common problems or leaks can be hidden by keeping fluids to a minimum. IMO I would check the underneath for any rust. It's not going to be perfect, but if it looks pretty rusted out underneath you most likely will have small component start braking over time. Nothing that will break the bank but could add up over time. Most likely you will be find with your fit. Hopefully an older person previously owned it.

[@carlhaughey3191]

My 2007 fit sport, spiral flow muffler 2 1/2" in/out behind cat 2 inch pipes back to an Adams 2 1/2 in/out flow master style short muffler at rear reduced to 2 inch out! racing struts up front and racing springs and struts in the back. lowered aprx 2 inches. high flow replacement air filter in stock box.(emissions legal for state) stock radio replaced with double din unit. All motor mounts coming soon. PS NO drone but great sounding. Had drone with just Morrosso spiral flow at rear but moved it forward to take advantage of it's design and the Adams unit cleaned up the inside irritation.

[@scarlyg5056]

I love my little Fit!! It won’t start today though, it’s 0 outside 😭

[@jimlarsen6782]

And those tiny but pricey Fit batteries are hard to find. I bought a lithium jump starter for cold weather. It fits easily under a back seat. Might be a small challenge for some ladies though.

[@hrstacks4401]

@@jimlarsen6782 what’s challenging about jumping a car

[@anthonyfletcher8053]

@@hrstacks4401 more people are less car savvy than before.

[@JustinMods]

Yeah but he’s specifying that girls specifically will have a tougher time, kinda sus to me

[@anthonyfletcher8053]

@@JustinMods would they not? Women are less mechanically inclined.. so his comment, although unnecessary, is correct. Same as saying might be a small challenge for some men to do nails as it’s not common for men to do it.

[@davidhaas3111]

Seems like an awesome car. A Honda Miata though? Idk. There are a lot of differences in how an FF and an FR car handle. I’d love to see a video kinda comparing the two.

[@BonafideShaunDent]

I bought a 2008 Honda Fit sport 2 years ago. Long story short I just discovered that one it was missing a spark plug and had a broken coil this whole time.

[@ahbah518]

I have a 2012 (last model made in Japan) and it gets better mpg than the 33 freeway that is posted on the sticker. Made a 10,000 mile road/beer/BBQ trip around the US. Spent many night sleeping in the back seats to save on money on motels.

[@phabeondominguez5971]

How or where did you shower tho? What about bathroom breaks in the middle of the night?

[@ahbah518]

@@phabeondominguez5971 I have an LA fitness membership. I went to shower and use that jacuzzi. I usually parked at Walmarts so I could use the restroom. I also have those window covers so people can't look in

[@phabeondominguez5971]

@@ahbah518 haha, that's so AWESOME man, what a life!! On my way to buy a used FIT as we speak, it's an hour drive, wish me luck!!

[@ahbah518]

@@phabeondominguez5971 just make sure the transmission is good to go. If you're getting manual you dint have to worry. I use mobil 1 0-20 full synthetic and Mobil oil filters, great deals at Walmart and Costco

[@Loopy_McLooperson]

We have a 2018 crv, and a 2018 accord 2.0. Bought a 2008 Fit sport with close to 200k miles, to learn how to drive manual and do basic maintenance and repairs. I rarely drive our other cars now. It doesn't feel small at all, and you can wind out the engine forever and use every ounce of its power safely and legally. Was sad to hear that they're no longer going to be offered in the U.S. A truly underrated car.

[@TechDudeTerry]

i was scared buying a used honda fit from a local dealer when i got it and driving it it does have some issues i do not like but that is small compared what i do like about the car. of course your looking at a small engine like a lawn mower engine. that is why the power of the car is not like the power of a v8 but the car does have enough power i do enjoy. it is sad though that cars built well will be less sold in america or abroad. cause they do not want something to last. i do love my honda fit and the things i can do with. i will probably get another one after this one breaks down.

[@JK-ml6uv]

This is a gen 3 Fit. I love Fits (i'm on my second) but if you want a solid FIT go for a gen 2 (2009-2012)

[@samstedman409]

This is gen 1 I think

[@myducks911]

@@samstedman409 gen 1 is 06-08 for US, but Japan introduced the first gen in 01. Gen 2 is 09-13, gen 3 is 14-20 (all years based on models released in the US). Gen 4 sadly didn’t make the cut in the US as the Fits weren’t selling enough due to gas prices lowering and SUV popularity rising, and the last model year to sell in the US was the 2020. Here’s hoping they bring back the Fit eventually.

[@cabboeki8625]

I have a Jazz 2002 (Holland) automatic 7 speed tiptronic on the steer very fast and still going strong with almost 400k km 🙏😁

[@yomismo1888]

400k? Wow! Mine 2003 and 202k. I hope mine can reach 400k too!

[@jameelahmuhammad8084]

Some parts of the video, is little dark, I don't know much about cars, so when you point on Something in the engine I couldn't see it and very nice video

[@Freedomind901]

I have a Honda Accord 2007 and I’m thinking of switching to a 2009 Honda Fit thoughts ?

[@DaRoach5882]

As a side note you can replace the stock battery with an R15! Its so much better!