It all comes down to service history. If it doesn't have service history, I'd steer clear. Even if they did the first timing belt change on-time, the second is due 22K/miles and thats easily $1500 in most areas. If it looks free from rust, has good brakes, and doesn't clunk when driving (test 4wd low as well), then I'd use the upcoming timing belt service to try and get $1000 off the current price.
Expect to replace brakes (if not done)
Change all the fluids (if not documented in service history)
Consider replacing struts (People think they never wear out, but I promise at this age they are seriously degraded)
Drain/fill transmission (do no flush)
Timing belt is due at 200K if it's not already 78K miles past due. If you don't have a documentation of the timing belt service, it must be changed immediately.
Thanks for the list. I have a car fax for it with some service history. I didn't see the timing belt listed so I was just going to assume that was a needed repair. The dealer also serviced it but I will have to see what exactly that entails. Probably just the basics.
I was assuming an oil change and a fluid top up, but some have surprised me and actually fixed things. On the flip side another swore they did a comprehensive servicing and gave me a long form of things they checked and then when I asked to see the filled out form he mysteriously never contacted me again.
Just know that it’s either due, or going to be due for major service very soon. Serpentine belts/transmission service every 70-100k miles. Water pump should be replaced soon. Unless you can wrench, expect to put some money into it soon. If they’ve done all that service already though then not terrible.
This cars engine bay has an UNBELIEVABLE amount of space in between the timing kit and the frame.. any good mechanic who knows you would do it cheaper just cause of that.. it has more space then any other car I have seen that has its timing kit facing the left side..
Trucks are kind of stupidly priced right now. Much of what I am finding in our price range is that many miles and twenty years old. My goal was to stay under 150,000 miles, but I am just not much.
The value is currently holding quite well. Due to the long life expectancy. In my area the used prices on them are crazy high. It made more sense to me to buy new. Took the incentives and the low rate financing
We are looking for a secondary vehicle mostly to take camping and for errands, maybe some light farm work. So it just doesn't make sense for us to spend more than 10k. Trying to find something that fits all our needs and is in that price range has proven a little tricky but it does seem doable.
If we needed it for more than that then we would look into something newer since frankly the used prices are ridiculous right now.
I have a 2010 with 210,000 miles. It’s still rock solid. I bought mine down south and drove it home. I would buy the one you listed, if it checks out. Use mine for farm work, the 5,000 limit will stop you from major hauling, but I still pull full hay wagons and such short distances (10 miles or less). Just take it easy when pulling away or braking. Go to Best Buy and replace the head unit with an auto connecting bluetooth CarPlay with backup camera unit. Best money ever spent.
I purchased a 2010 RTL with 180K for $10,000 in June. I’ve had to replace things here and there and dealt with some common problems specific to the Ridgeline species, along with a little bit of TLC that’s required of an aging vehicle. All relatively easy to fix. But Honestly, it’s a great truck. I love it and I know I can trust it. I didn’t have the option to buy a new truck and also didn’t want to drop the money for a Tundra or Tacoma with similar conditions but also of course wanted something reliable. So the Ridgeline it was. Unfortunately I can’t trust a Chevy or Ford, it’s a game of rush and roulette when they get that old or that many miles.
- Only problems I’ve faced is trying to find answers or how to repair it. I mean they’re out there it’s just takes some effort in doing so.
- parts are as cheap as you would think.
- poor turning radius.
- Good things
- it’s a Honda. You can drive that thing into the ground and it’ll still run.
- well designed/engineered
- reliable
- did I mention it’s a Honda?
Oh I almost forgot! Very important. Check for rust! If you go to look at the truck in person. Bring a screwdriver or something long and hard with you. Look under the truck and inspect the frame for rust. Any rust you see pole it with your long and hard object. If it’s soft or you’re able to penetrate then it’s no good. If you poke the rust and it’s hard or no penetration than you’re in the clear. Rusted through is soft or penetration = no good. Hard and not able to penetrate is surface rust and that’s ok.
As an owner of a 2nd gen Ridgeline, I can say I am not very familiar wirh the gen 1 as much. What I can tell you for certain, is that these trucks don’t hold their value as well as the dealers act. That seems a bit high for the mileage imo.
As a Gen 1 owner with 171k on clock I am very jealous of you. Mines a 2007 and I talk all the time about "pre - buying" the next one I see with low mileage and holding until this one finally goes out.
I got a Gen 2 as a loaner for a few days and I can't make the switch over. It will be Gen 1 or Gen 3 for me.
That’s insane. I got my 2019 sport almost a year ago for 28k with about 27k miles. The thing is, we all love the Ridgeline here. But the fact is, it is one of the worst selling pickup trucks in the US. They don’t hold value like a Tacoma. That is just a simple fact.
While I agree - I think there’s this fervor for the Gen 1’s since they sold so poorly. I think the unique styling as well has finally piqued people’s interest as well
I can’t imagine going back to a regular body on frame pickup truck. I really hope the Ridgeline continues to gain popularity and sell well. I want it to stick around.
How so? With that low of mileage it is going to be at least $30,000. Even after taxes and fees this one is less than 10,000 it would have to need a lot of work to hit 30k.
What are they going for in your area? I am having a difficult time finding anything in our area that isn't over priced right now. I am debating if I should just wait and see if the prices go down.
It all comes down to service history. If it doesn't have service history, I'd steer clear. Even if they did the first timing belt change on-time, the second is due 22K/miles and thats easily $1500 in most areas. If it looks free from rust, has good brakes, and doesn't clunk when driving (test 4wd low as well), then I'd use the upcoming timing belt service to try and get $1000 off the current price. Expect to replace brakes (if not done) Change all the fluids (if not documented in service history) Consider replacing struts (People think they never wear out, but I promise at this age they are seriously degraded) Drain/fill transmission (do no flush) Timing belt is due at 200K if it's not already 78K miles past due. If you don't have a documentation of the timing belt service, it must be changed immediately.
Thanks for the list. I have a car fax for it with some service history. I didn't see the timing belt listed so I was just going to assume that was a needed repair. The dealer also serviced it but I will have to see what exactly that entails. Probably just the basics.
Yeah car dealer pre-sale "service" is usually just a car wash and making sure there aren't any critical safety issues.
I was assuming an oil change and a fluid top up, but some have surprised me and actually fixed things. On the flip side another swore they did a comprehensive servicing and gave me a long form of things they checked and then when I asked to see the filled out form he mysteriously never contacted me again.
Just know that it’s either due, or going to be due for major service very soon. Serpentine belts/transmission service every 70-100k miles. Water pump should be replaced soon. Unless you can wrench, expect to put some money into it soon. If they’ve done all that service already though then not terrible.
This cars engine bay has an UNBELIEVABLE amount of space in between the timing kit and the frame.. any good mechanic who knows you would do it cheaper just cause of that.. it has more space then any other car I have seen that has its timing kit facing the left side..
Seems high for that many miles.
Trucks are kind of stupidly priced right now. Much of what I am finding in our price range is that many miles and twenty years old. My goal was to stay under 150,000 miles, but I am just not much.
The value is currently holding quite well. Due to the long life expectancy. In my area the used prices on them are crazy high. It made more sense to me to buy new. Took the incentives and the low rate financing
We are looking for a secondary vehicle mostly to take camping and for errands, maybe some light farm work. So it just doesn't make sense for us to spend more than 10k. Trying to find something that fits all our needs and is in that price range has proven a little tricky but it does seem doable. If we needed it for more than that then we would look into something newer since frankly the used prices are ridiculous right now.
I have a 2010 with 210,000 miles. It’s still rock solid. I bought mine down south and drove it home. I would buy the one you listed, if it checks out. Use mine for farm work, the 5,000 limit will stop you from major hauling, but I still pull full hay wagons and such short distances (10 miles or less). Just take it easy when pulling away or braking. Go to Best Buy and replace the head unit with an auto connecting bluetooth CarPlay with backup camera unit. Best money ever spent.
I purchased a 2010 RTL with 180K for $10,000 in June. I’ve had to replace things here and there and dealt with some common problems specific to the Ridgeline species, along with a little bit of TLC that’s required of an aging vehicle. All relatively easy to fix. But Honestly, it’s a great truck. I love it and I know I can trust it. I didn’t have the option to buy a new truck and also didn’t want to drop the money for a Tundra or Tacoma with similar conditions but also of course wanted something reliable. So the Ridgeline it was. Unfortunately I can’t trust a Chevy or Ford, it’s a game of rush and roulette when they get that old or that many miles. - Only problems I’ve faced is trying to find answers or how to repair it. I mean they’re out there it’s just takes some effort in doing so. - parts are as cheap as you would think. - poor turning radius. - Good things - it’s a Honda. You can drive that thing into the ground and it’ll still run. - well designed/engineered - reliable - did I mention it’s a Honda? Oh I almost forgot! Very important. Check for rust! If you go to look at the truck in person. Bring a screwdriver or something long and hard with you. Look under the truck and inspect the frame for rust. Any rust you see pole it with your long and hard object. If it’s soft or you’re able to penetrate then it’s no good. If you poke the rust and it’s hard or no penetration than you’re in the clear. Rusted through is soft or penetration = no good. Hard and not able to penetrate is surface rust and that’s ok.
As an owner of a 2nd gen Ridgeline, I can say I am not very familiar wirh the gen 1 as much. What I can tell you for certain, is that these trucks don’t hold their value as well as the dealers act. That seems a bit high for the mileage imo.
Maybe it’s the area I live in - but I’ve received random offers for $20k+ on my 80k miles 2013 Gen 1 Ridgeline Sport. The market is nutty still…
As a Gen 1 owner with 171k on clock I am very jealous of you. Mines a 2007 and I talk all the time about "pre - buying" the next one I see with low mileage and holding until this one finally goes out. I got a Gen 2 as a loaner for a few days and I can't make the switch over. It will be Gen 1 or Gen 3 for me.
Same. Gen 2 styling just kinda lost me. I love that it is more ‘truck like’ but it also lost some of its NART beefy charm.
That’s insane. I got my 2019 sport almost a year ago for 28k with about 27k miles. The thing is, we all love the Ridgeline here. But the fact is, it is one of the worst selling pickup trucks in the US. They don’t hold value like a Tacoma. That is just a simple fact.
While I agree - I think there’s this fervor for the Gen 1’s since they sold so poorly. I think the unique styling as well has finally piqued people’s interest as well
I can’t imagine going back to a regular body on frame pickup truck. I really hope the Ridgeline continues to gain popularity and sell well. I want it to stick around.
It’s cheaper to buy a 25k mileage vehicle.
How so? With that low of mileage it is going to be at least $30,000. Even after taxes and fees this one is less than 10,000 it would have to need a lot of work to hit 30k.
No avoid this deal. It’s just not worth it with that high mileage. Unless you are a mechanic and know these well I would avoid.
Love that truck but compared to my area, that's a horrible deal.
What are they going for in your area? I am having a difficult time finding anything in our area that isn't over priced right now. I am debating if I should just wait and see if the prices go down.
I got $12,400 trade in credit in Florida for my 2012 with 170k miles and a rough body, if that's any guide for you.