Honda Element, thinking of buying one,

[schamp]

I drove one this AM in Atlanta. Nice 2004, with 47K miles in all around good condition. Dealer has it and starting price was 15,595.00 or there abouts. Told guy one sold on ebay exactly like that one for 13,111.00 not eight hours ago and was about 20 miles away. Guy walks off and comes back at 14,049.41. They must just pull these numbers out of the air. I asked sales guy to figure it for a total with tax tags and title. Came to just over 15,600.00. Had a 595.00 prep fee added in. I thanked him for his time. It really pays to find one from a private owner. I did like the car. Its not fast or quick but if I want quick I can drive the 911. Thanks for all the replys. Spencer

[Robert Coats]

My son had an '04 he leased for 2 years. I drove it a bit...

Good:
Versatile...could haul/hold/carry people/stuff quite well
Ergonomics: Well-placed steering wheel, shifter, pedals
Build Quality: It's Hondatastic.

Bad:
Engine is a dog. A V-6 would be perfect
Fuel consumption only so-so, even with the 4 cylinder
Choppy ride, due to short wheelbase?

[kaisen]

That's just so expensive for what you get. They hold their value 'too well' I guess. You could buy a 250hp 3.5LV6 Honda drivertrain in a used 04-07 Saturn Vue for less money and more car.