"Learn Two Ways To Buy Used Honda Pilots
At Wholesale Prices!"
Another Honda "quality" vehicle, we'd have to say the Honda Pilot is one of the most family-friendly SUVs in its price range. This is do mainly to its eight-passenger seating and an easy-to-maneuver midsize body.
There's plenty of accceleration with its standard V6 engine while still producing above-average fuel economy. The interior is roomy and comfortable with a third-row seat that folds into the floor in a 60/40 split arrangement.
The original Pilots, produced for the 2003 to 2005 model years, were all-wheel drive. But Honda began producing the front-wheel drive option on both the LX and EX in 2006. Ever on the forefront, the Pilot's front-wheel-drive models have a cylinder deactivation feature that improves fuel economy during highway travel.
The all-wheel-drive has a Variable Torque Management system (called VTM-4) that has a center differential lock feature providing extra traction on dirt roads and in snowy, slippery situations ... the same as the one on the Acura MDX.
Actually, the Pilot has Acura MDX genes through and through. Honda borrowed heavily from its upscale division's cousin to create this new midsize SUV in 2003.
The new Pilot got its basic chassis and powertrain directly from the more expensive MDX. It inherited the same V6 engine and five-speed automatic transmission in addition to the all-wheel-drive system. While it was built on the same wheelbase as the MDX, it's still slightly shorter overall, as well as a bit taller and wider.
Available models include the already well-equipped base model LX and two upscale versions; the EX and leather-upholstered EX-L. All Pilot models were equipped with antilock four-wheel disc brakes and front side airbags.
The EX model's features include alloy wheels, power driver seat, automatic climate control, keyless entry, an upgraded audio system, and steering-wheel mounted audio controls. Some used Pilot EX-L models can also be found with the optional navigation or rear DVD entertainment systems.
With genes like this, it was no surprise that the Pilot was popular with SUV buyers right out of the gate. And while competition in seven to eight passenger seating SUVs has grown, the Honda Pilot remains a top recommendation to families of four or more looking for a midsize model with a nice balance of space, comfort and economy ... not to mention the Honda nameplate reknown for reliability and above average resale value.
And we can suggest two ways to help you save when buying one:
ONE: We're always on the lookout for the nicest used Pilots for sale at the wholesale Dealer-Only auctions we attend. And we can purchase one specifically for you.
You see, we specialize in purchasing all vehicle makes and models at big discounts to retail ... and passing these savings directly to our customers. Here's where to discover more about our unique, money-saving, and very simple Car Buying Service.
TWO:
You can go to Public Car Auctions in your own geographic area. While this will take some additional time and effort on your part, there are indeed truly outstanding buys for those who shop these events.
Here's an article with additional information on locating these auctions and the key issues in using them to your advantage: Find A Honda Pilot At A Public Car Auction In Your Area.
Also ...
If You're Interested In A "Brand New" Pilot: People swear by the excellent method detailed in this article for getting the lowest prices on any 'NEW' car or SUV.
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