1995 Honda Odyssey EX review from North America

ABS system malfunction - have not paid to have it tested.

Plastic cup-holders broke.

Remote entry stopped working.

Replaced the front axle and exhaust system at 165K.

Rear and front door hinges subject to wear, tear and rust - must keep lubed.

My second 95 EX, had 200K on the first when it was nearly totaled by a pizza guy who plowed into me. Insurance value was still high enough to allow me to pay cash for a used 95 EX with 80K on it.

I know have 220K on my second EX Van, original shocks and struts, and on the third timing belt and water pump.

While I originally complained about the lack of tourque in these models (especially for climbing hills in ski country) I have come to respect and love the comfort, reliability, and smooth ride this van provides as my daily commuter for 110 round trip miles.

Consistently gets 24-26 mpg highway.

I often take my middle seats out (easy), fold down the third row magic seat, and use the van has a truck. I have moved so much stuff - the car is incredibly practical.

The paint finish has not dulled and I have very little rust.

If gas was more reasonable I would purchase a third one! and I expect to reach 275-300K with this one - drives smoothly - even if it is burning oil at it's advanced miles. I could drive this to Florida from MA tomorrow.

Future Perfect - Honda should bring back this model as a diesel turbo hybrid in 2010!!!

Highly recommend this car as a used car even with high miles. Just change the timing belt and water pump every 90K, lube the door hinges, use a 20/50 oil blend when weather allows, and keep it waxed!