2007-2008 Honda Fit - Used Car Reviews
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In this video Greg Macke reviews the First Generation Honda Fit that ran between the years 2007 and 2008. Greg explains the different option packages as well as the nifty features that the Fit has over the competitors in this same class of cars. The Honda Fit is on Your Car Angel's Halo list which are the best cars in terms of reliability and safety in the used car category. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I bought a 2008 Honda Fit Sport and couldn't be happier! The handling on this vehicle is unreal and it has surprisingly good acceleration! The "magic seat" he described is SO helpful! It is crazy how much stuff you can "fit" in the "fit". Additionally, I would like to point out that all of the dials, buttons, etc, are high quality. Even the sound of the door closing makes this car feel like a luxury vehicle :)
+rookie33333 You just said the handling is unreal. Yes, its actually is. And you will be amazed that this car is actually front wheel drive.
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is there enough room for you to be able to laydown in the back? I am 5'11and wondering how I would fit?
rookie3333 Glad you like you Honda Fit!!! Do you still have it/like it ? And do you ever drive it through snow?
@@brendame I own the first gen Honda Fit. Unfortunately, I can't agree with the above comment regarding the acceleration being good as well as the quality.
First the pros: Magic seats are awesome, fits a ridiculous amount of stuff in the car for its size, fun to drive, good gas mileage.
Cons: Acceleration isn't good (but I didn't buy the car for good acceleration), door closing sound is cheap (does not sound like the dull thud of a luxury car), dials are cheap plastic (and they're mostly manual dials), driver's side lock no longer works (common problem with the fit), the trunk latch is broken (common problem), AC compressor had to be replaced, AC button no longer works (have to tape it down, wont stay down), rear defrost button no longer works.
All in all, it's a pretty decent car (considering it's Honda's entry level car). All of the things that broke weren't catastrophic failures just small stuff (albeit annoying). Not nearly as reliable as my old 2000 civic which had 240k miles when it was totaled by a dump truck. None of the buttons ever broke, locks never broke, AC never broke. Only thing that ever went on the civic was the distributor and the radiator cap.
Hope it helped!
When I was camping one night I threw a tiny twin size mattress in the back and slept like a baby.
are you tall? How long exactly is the MAX flat space here?
Probably with your legs flexed? Are you taller than 5'10"?
This is one one the reason why Fit. Camp out and save money on accommodation
Lol that’s exactly the perfect comment I was looking for. A car that can FIT even a mattress for camping but compact and portable and efficient! Heck you can go just about anywhere! I was wondering. How good is the ground clearance on this good baby!? Have you ever gone say for example... the desert? And going into gravel roads etc. did it held up well? And how about mountains? How well does it go up not super steep slopes but just enough plenty. Your comment was perfect! It was just what I was looking for and it made me giggle because it’s exactly whaf I wondered if that could be done. How big was the mattress? I may just end up buying the same one :D. Although I wonder if the cargo space differs for all the fit models from 2007- 2019
That's exactly why I want one. I currently have a Toyota Hiace but it's too big, a nightmare to park and way too costly to drive. Plus it's a 1996 and has a carberator that hates cold weather. I've been looking for a car that I could do all those things in easily and still take camping in the winter.
I love Honda Fits. I had one, my son has one. They are the beagle of the car world. A small dog that acts like a big dog.
this makes my wanna get a fit over my prius
@@Moviesbooksandgames 2020 was the last year for Honda Fit in America.
@@sunnyd4734 bummer
@@sunnyd4734 I got a 2010 sadly while I was sleeping it was hit infront of my own house and I haven't had enough $ to replace the damage but it's still kicking
@@u_p3847 Same here. Someone put a minor dent in my rear passenger door back in 2010 and I never got it fixed. People ask why and I just say, "I kind of like that dent". Just turned 157K miles on my 2007 Fit. The engine is strong and doesn't burn a drop of oil.
Yes. The Fit arrived on American shores in 2007 as a first generation and was virtually unchanged in 2008. It was redesigned in 2009.
Love your videos!!! How us the Honda Fit in the snow? I was thinking of getting the manual and putting snow tires on in the winter...or should I get a Honda HR-V AWD?
Oh on us shores, cuz you have 2002 i think
I just bought a 2008 automatic Honda Fit today. I got 36 mpg on my drive home running it hard at 70 to 80 mph. That thing has way more power than a Yaris. I love this car!
vtech yo!!!!!!!1
This was tremendously helpful. Much appreciated.
i have 2001 model, i just love it, so econmical it needs 6 liter petrol for 100km in city and strong parts it never brakes down
i loved my little Honda fit so muck I am going to get another one . mine as a 2004 model
I like your used car review! Pleas add drive tests to the review explaining and showing the ride quality over different roads like speed bumps, highways, and roads with potholes. Thanks.
It's a wonderful example for the storage space it have!
Good review too!
Great review! My friend's Accord was totalled and now she is looking for a Honda Fit.... we have looked at several and you are right about the cargo capacity: it's enormous! Thanks for the review!
Greg, thank you for your videos. You are amazing!
It’s very interesting how much more practical this Honda Fit car is compared to the Toyota Yaris. The only way you could come close to the reliability and affordable value at the time was to buy a Toyota Matrix or Subaru Impreza Hatchback
I had a 07 until a pickup driver decided to make it car 3 in a 5 car wreck. Bought a 2011 with the insurance money and never looked back. As good as the gen 1 is the 2nd gen solved all the little issues that bothered me in the 1st car. Either one is a solid investment as long as it was and continues to be well maintained. And they're fun to drive as well.
Great review. Thanks
Every mechanic I know said to me u cannot go wrong with the Honda am old a bad left leg I need n auto then I also found out No cam belts But Glorious timing chain this sealed it for me thx guy great job
great work, am buying a honda fit and this has greatly helped in my decision making.
I own a 2007 Fit and I love it. The ride isn't that great, but I was used to a Lincoln.
Thanks for the review. Its a car for me who drive it in the city and also take it with me go
camping.
Nice review there! I have 2006, 2007 and 2008 honda fit. nice cars
LINUS KITHINJI NJERU any issues with this model?
great Illustration
I'm about to buy an 07 Fit. I'm pretty pumped. I found your channel by looking for car reviews on here, and you're my go to for knowledge. Thanks.
007!
You get it?
Thank you for your helpful video! ☺👐
Very good explanation.
You are an angel! Great presentation and classy too!
I agree with his review. Solid car, good crash test results, flexible seating, with more interior room than is apparent. We just got a 08 Sport and the only weaknesses to point out among these cars are the low front air dam that tends to hit parking curbs, limited 8 gallon gas tank so it seems like the gas needle moves a lot and the car is always thirsty, and the valves need periodic adjustment, 30-50k miles, to keep the engine running smooth. There is also an external canister trans filter under the battery that people and the dealership never seem to change.
Thanks a lot, brother.
32-33MPG on the hwy? I drive an 08 manual sport which has a smaller top gear than the automatic making it less efficient on the HWY. I cry if my mileage drops below 42MPG. At 67/68 I can get near 50mpg on a hills and 52/53 if the terrain is flat! My fave feature is how that hugs the curbs. Nothing like walking away from a 300+ hp Mustang who's tailgating in the Apalachian Mountains because it can't do curves like you!
The one change on the USA model in 2008 was the addition of the Tire Pressure Management System per Federal Law. The TPMS sensor is not on Canadian models.
+michaelmooreon thats good I just got one yesterday and I hate tpms
I go on nice road trips in my silver 2010 honda fit base .I get a out 32/33 mpg on highway.
I’m getting one tomorrow in this exact model and am researching more on what it is like. This video really helped and it’s a cute car. Great for inside space which I need since I have a big bike I like to lug around sometimes. The thing that worries me a bit though is that the gas pedal is SUPER sensitive and I’m not used to that since my moms Toyota from 2003 is a bit more harder to push down- just gotta get used to it I guess. I’m excited to get this as my first car and I got it at a very cheap price at my local Honda dealer
How's it treating you so far? I'm looking into getting a Fit myself and wondering if an older generation one is more reliable.
@@maia23zade98 did you get your fit, I'm thinking of getting one myself, 5 speed
I just bought one today used !!! such a smooth ride, I love the open windows
How much did you pay for it? How many miles? I'm looking at a 2007 fit sport with 85,000 for $6700 at a dealer.
+Dodge 318 Cummins yes that is a great deal! i bought mine at 83,000 miles and $7,000. works so good
+Dodge 318 Cummins mine is a 2008
+Tanya Limon it seems like a good car for the money but the dealer is asking $6700 the out the door price is $7900 i don't know if I should finance or keep saving.
+Dodge 318 Cummins it's all up to you. i finaced mine. i put $3,000 down and $250 a month. so now im left paying $4,500. so its not that bad for me. maybe you should save money and look online on Craigslist. com for the Honda Fit or any other car you want. Craigslist your city, and you'll find alot of cars owned by dealer or owner.
Do you have a link to your halo list? Great video btw!
It was that model for 07-08. 2009 was the newer style. The Honda Fit was the Honda jazz in Japan and was out since 2003. Nice review btw
No. This model was out in 2001in Japan and 2002 in Europe. The first Jazz came out in 1983.
To add to my comment/question, I forgot to mention, mine is not the sport and is standard.
carangel - if you remove the rear head supports (that's easy), you don't need to push the front seats forward to pull the back seats down.
that answered the question I was about to comment with.... Thank you! I was wondering how is that rear storage space still accessible when driving the car! Can't drive it if I'm pushed up as close as possible to the steering wheel...
Nat Kia Thanks for the tip on headrest removal!!!
I have them removed all the time for the visibility but they are nice and thin and fit under the passenger seat
hi, i have honda jazz 2008, few weeks ago my car gave me a check light and then engine was turned off, after few mins i started it agin and took it local garage and they said its crank sensor and they switched off the light. i didnt have any problem after that but all i noticed is the car mileage is reduced slightly, is it because of crank sensor or what?
can you tell me how to and when to use the shift knob?
i just bought a honda fit 2006 model.
thanks and keep on giving us good review about cars
Getting rid of my 05 honda element hit a deer got a 08 honda fit with a 5 speed. Can't wait to drive it
The purple dash lite got me sold.
Do you have a review on later models..eg 2015+ used ? Any major no no's( unreliables) for Fit ? And is 109 hp make an automatic not (must therefore must be a manual to be ) a good buy ? thx
your intro cracks me up
I found the center console with armrest new on e-bay for the Honda Fit for $44. "Rotatable Storage Box Armrest Center Console For Honda Fit Jazz 2009-2013 12 11" Brand: XUKEY. Made in California.
Hey, that's my car!
Me too😎
Is this called jazz in europe?
Me too
Mine too😁
Its called Honda Jazz in Europe. Have the 2005 model. 1st gen/facelift
I have a 2008 Fit Sport, bought it new and has been a great car with the exception of a front sway bar link falling apart and a bad problem of eating the right rear tire. This car was never in an accident but the dealer says the rear axle beam is bent causing excessive toe in on the right rear. I have contacted Honda about this and all they say is not covered. The tire will begin to cup and sound as if you have an old school type snow tire whirring away back there. The shock back there is good with no loose parts
No, it always cranks over fine and starts right up, it has about 85k miles on it, original spark plugs. I did have to replace the original battery in 2010. I get a power steering or anti lock brake sound sometimes at really low speeds though, only when I am turning and less than 5 mph.Mine is a 5 speed manual.
Rear wheel bearings can last a very long time but if gone bad are easy to replace. To check for a badly worn tire, place your had on top of the tire and sweep from left to right try to feel for uneven cupping or wear. Of course a good look see may be warranted first in case any steel wires are poking out. The "nonadjustable" toe angles on the rear may be the cause of the noise and tire wear.
I have ordered a shim it to re position the stub axle. It is a neat trick that can be done but involves taking apart the entire brake and axle assembly. Here is a link to some of these shims
www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/honda,2008,fit,1.5l+l4,1441754,suspension,alignment+shim,10657
Note: on later model Honda's this axle can not be unbolted. This modification must be done with knowledge of the correction needed and must be rechecked once put back together.
thank you sir
Such a great video to show and remind me of how great my little car is!!! I am considering selling it though as I'd like a newer model. I feel like Honda in Canada lowballed me a bit, I only have 71,548 kms on it and it's never been in an accident, pet free and well cared for. I thought I would be offered at least $8000.00? Could you give me your opinion?
just question they have problem with rust of some particular area ? this model
I have exactly the same fit 2007. When I start and going from 1st gear to 2nd gear the engine stutters and the check engine light comes on and stays there for a week then goes away.. what would be the reason?
What a legend
Nice
where exactly is the tank cause I saw the cap in the rear of the vehicle
newton raymond he made a mistake he meant that the tank is at the back bottom
Here in México Honda Fit was imported from Brazil, where is this Fit from? Looks a bit different.
Machete Cabrón i think your talking about the base model or maybe ur mistaking it with the SIR
Great review. How tall are you? I'm 6'1" and concerned about leg room and head room in the front. What about the passenger space in the back. Can adults comfortably fit back there?
I own a 2007 Fit and I am 6' 4". The leg room is fine in the front and still adequate in the back, even with the front seats slid all the way back. The driver's seat does not have height adjustment so you sit at one level the whole time, but it isn't terrible. Headroom is endless, you will not hit the roof. As for comfort, 4 adults could sit comfortably, the middle seat is pretty small but would work if need be, The back seats recline a bit too, so that helps. The only downside to passengers is they do affect performance somewhat. It is a great city car though, with respectable fuel efficiency.
+Ed Jordan Absolutely!
Does it have more cargo space than a Toyota Matrix of those years?
hi how do you open the gas lid of the honda fit 2004
Jefferson Unico I had this problem too. There is no popper or lever or nothing. it is simply available and unlocked when the car is unlocked. You just slide you finger in behind the fuel cap and its open.... easy!
dear car angel
would a used vw bug 2004ish be a good first time car for a 17yr old daughter?
she really wants one but i dont really trust German cars. what do you think?
I'm not the car angel and I'm replying about 3 years too late but just wanted to put this out there: the VW bugs suck in just about every way it's possible to suck except for the fact that they look kinda cute from the exterior. Your kid won't be able to see very well from inside the car and repairs on the car will be frequent and expensive. This concludes my Ted Talk. Hope I helped somebody.
tks
We have been looking at similar used cars and found a 2006 Toyota Matrix XR with only 60,000 miles on it for $8,995. Based on that info, would you recommend it?
+Laura Glissmeyer hell no
+asiroproductions hahaha we didn't get it. Thank goodness!!!!!!
My 2008 ? Doesn’t have front seat latches ?
Very weird to see such good reviews on the 07 fit. I have one and am finally getting a new one but it is hands down the worst money pit I’ve ever owned. I can barely go 1 month without something going wrong on it. If it weren’t for dating a mechanic I would be out a car for sure. Granted it’s got 230k miles on it but it’s been this bad since like 175k miles…
Is this a good family car?
anyone know how to check all your fluid on a transmission the Honda fit 2008
Ramon Ibarra thats the problem with 99% of all cars brands all over the world .. theres a dip stick for all except for the transmission .. they do that for no dam logical reason
Now these cars are old as fuck and still motoring on!❤😂
One thing you overlooked in this review was the fact that once you lowered the top of the back seat to get that 'enormous' amount of space, the drive would have to be driving with the steering wheel up his nose!! Also, not crazy about the idea of having the gas tank sitting up front with me in the event of an accident.
FYI - To actually drive it with the seats down like that you just take off the rear headrests.
Yeah you just take the headrest out first and there’s plenty of room to drive
Wonder if 2020 rims will fit on a 2008 ?
Look up the specs
Good and real I love honda Cars. Will you please give description on Honda Fit 2003 1.5T GD3. the featurea and they works. Thank you
would I fit in there at 6'3"? someone is offering one as a trade and I'm just wondering if I would even be able to drive it.
edmunds.com has a review where a guy 6'6" said it was very comfortble in the front seat, not sure about the back seats though.
jay Rodriguez I have this car and I have to say this car has a lot of room.
DarthAnna I wonder if he meant the driver seat or the passenger lol anyway I passed on the trade, thanks for the reply tho!
You should I'm 6'2" and I drive one.
Hard to believe the price for parts for these things. I got two new tires $250 ea. When it was time to get a battery I called the dealership, $350. I got one at Walmart, exact fit $135. On some model's you can pop the hood and change out the light blub's. On the 2007, like mine you have to take the front end off to get to the blub's. Not really a hard job, just a pain to do. All in all it has been a good car.
You don’t have to take the front end off. Just turn your steering wheel and remove fender liner. The bulbs are on the other side of the fender liner
i have an orange 2011 honda fit sport
I am torn between buying the Honda fit , the Mazda demio and the Toyota Vitz,someone help🤔
Honda fit and Vitz very reliable than Demio. Honda fit looks better than the other 2. Demio is a very sporty and high-performance car. So it has the highest maintenance. Demio has the lowest cabin space. Honda Fir has a small engine than Vitz. So when you switch on AC it won't give good cool air specially if you have few people inside the car. If you buy a vitz you get the lowest maintenance car. Good AC. If buy Vitz buy 1300cc or 1500cc. 1000 cc is underpowered
Honda fir
Honda Fit, I am pleased with it.
This used to be a mainstream car in my country. Owning this thing was considered cool back then. It was a common sight to see parking lots filled with these cars in any colors. It made me almost sick to see this thing everyday. Strangely ive never seen it again in my country, not a sngle one !
honda been using disk brakes for awhile (nailed it)
Can i know how tall you are?
7ft 2 he mentioned before
2001
I have the sport model 2007. Only 84,600 miles🤣
I dnt like the idea of the gas tank being under the drivers seat
It is of little issue when you think about it, what is the problem if it is located a few feet back? If involved in a really serious crash and the tank leaked, fuel would be everywhere. I understand the concern, but really not likely to be an issue. Anyone remember the ford pinto? The VW bug had the tank in the front of the car and not many burst into flames in crashes.
Lol it wont make a difference if it decides to catch fire .. ur sitting in a 7 x 4 feet box
Should’ve kept making it in Japan
Honda fit debut 2007 ?
@@crocketgsxr6 oh, cause I know there is 2002
Used vw Beetle vs Subaru Outback which one would you go for???
big ed outback
big ed, Outback for sure.
For the love of God get an Outback over a VW. Outbacks are dependable and VW's are P.O.S.
@@izzybizzy3030 I ended up buying a Buick tour x. Very nice car but they stopped making it.
dual disc brake
I thought this is honda jazz actually. I am wrong.
better than new jazz
DROID GAMERTH how are you sir I need to know price fo car
DROID GAMERTH how are you sir I need to know price fo car
Honda's were getting 50mpg in the 70's and 80's. Something isn't right.
Older hondas were lighter with less horsepower, while today's cars are heavier with more power to make up for the weight increase which lowers mpg unfortunately :/
In fact 1ST gen. is the 2005.
Who else has only one speaker working and the rest are gone ???
Let's start a business in Ghana West Africa ❤️👊💯🎯
My parents are getting me a Honda Fit but they’re not telling me what model year😩 I hope it’s not this one
Spoiled brat
It leaked
front disc brake ?? really lol
And rear disc brakes which was not standard in 2001 on b-segment cars.
Please help me. I need this car to start a business in Ghana West Africa. I don't have money
kelol
you reviewer
They're too expensive used, I got a similar Yaris, same year and mileage for $2k less.
lol
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Ita drives like a Go-kart. Great if you live in a place with nice roads and nice weather. Had this car for about two years and driving on the free way was a chore. Also...feeling every bump in the road gets old very quickly. Also 80 dollars to change the oil and the gas tank is very small because it's under the drivers seat and that why you have so much room in the back. Only got about 27mpg with a manual transmission. That's very low very for a budget runner. Honda fits are way over rated cars.
Dude points out that it "was featured with front disc brakes" What is the the 1970's??!?!?
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Sounds a bit like Jordan Peterson, I mean that as a compliment lol.
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