Timing belt change. I'm thinking of selling in two months, but 109,000 miles now.!!
1 - 20 of 26 Posts
I changed mine myself at 112000 miles and the belt was in pristine condition. Looked just like the new one. There is a hole in the timing belt cover with a removable rubber plug for checking the position of the timing mark on each camshaft sprocket. If you can get your hands on a borescope you should be able to see the belt through that hole and inspect for cracks. Otherwise, just disclose to the buyer that it has not been replaced. They will likely ask anyway unless they are braindead.
+1 on the above.
Disclose to the seller that it will need to be done and price accordingly. I woundn't put a penny more into a car that I'm trying to sell than I absolutely have to (although I have done so many times, grrr). You are much better off trying to sell at a lower price as-is than thinking that you'll get your $1K back when you sell.
Disclose to the seller that it will need to be done and price accordingly. I woundn't put a penny more into a car that I'm trying to sell than I absolutely have to (although I have done so many times, grrr). You are much better off trying to sell at a lower price as-is than thinking that you'll get your $1K back when you sell.
When you open it up to change the timing belt, there are several other things that should be done at the same time - water pump, cam shaft seals, tensioner, etc. The total bill is realistically going to be around $2,000 + or -. I fully agree with Redmond, don't put another dime in it.
I just did my grandson's 2000 Accord and that was about the cost. He has about 85,000 on it, but it is now 11 years old. Belt looked almost new, but it has to last him at least another 3 years until he is out of grad school. So, it was sort of now or later. In this case, now was the safe option.
I just did my grandson's 2000 Accord and that was about the cost. He has about 85,000 on it, but it is now 11 years old. Belt looked almost new, but it has to last him at least another 3 years until he is out of grad school. So, it was sort of now or later. In this case, now was the safe option.
Joined
·
730 Posts
Yes, I've heard this a lot, the belt usually looks pretty good. I traded my '02 at 112000, still had the original belt. Dealer said it didn't matter, doing the service wouldn't add value to the van.
That's the reason I traded it, not worth spending any more money on a vehicle worth $4000-$5000 and I had the original trans. Great vehicle, no complaints at this point any major maintenance would come out of my pocket. I'd rather put a few grand towards a down payment vice a new tranny.
I got two quotes before I decide to trade, $1000-$1200 for the service would be a more realistic figure.
Price it at what you feel comfortable at and don't worry about it.
Joined
·
3,974 Posts
I had the timing belt, water pump & tensioner replaced by my Honda dealer for under $850 IIRC.
Joined
·
3,974 Posts
There have been very few reports of broken timing belts in these vans. Personally, as others have recommended, I would just roll the dice and then tell prospective buyers that the TB has not yet been replaced.
Joined
·
9,305 Posts
Slim to none in the next two months, unless you are planning a road trip to Cali. Drive it then trade it. Even better, why not trade now and save the worry?
Joined
·
1 Posts
Timing Belt
Don't bother if you are going to trade it in. If you plan to sell it privately, disclose it (but check the consumer protection laws in your state for requirements) and discount accordingly.
I just had my '03 Ody done at 110K by independent shop, but plan to keep it for a while. Timing Belt, tensioners, drive belts, Honda water pump and Honda antifreeze for $700 including 6.25% sales tax on parts. Dealer quoted ~ $1100.
Unlikely that it will break in 2 months of normal driving with the weather warming up - but you never know. I drove my Plymouth w/ Mitsu engine 60K past the recommended replacement mileage w/out any problems. Wasn't worth doing on a vehicle worth $800 - got totalled anyway.
Don't bother if you are going to trade it in. If you plan to sell it privately, disclose it (but check the consumer protection laws in your state for requirements) and discount accordingly.
I just had my '03 Ody done at 110K by independent shop, but plan to keep it for a while. Timing Belt, tensioners, drive belts, Honda water pump and Honda antifreeze for $700 including 6.25% sales tax on parts. Dealer quoted ~ $1100.
Unlikely that it will break in 2 months of normal driving with the weather warming up - but you never know. I drove my Plymouth w/ Mitsu engine 60K past the recommended replacement mileage w/out any problems. Wasn't worth doing on a vehicle worth $800 - got totalled anyway.
Joined
·
9,305 Posts
I would take an Ody over a Benz too. I understood from your first post that you plan to trade it?
I hope you dont live in NJ. THere is a timing belt special going on at Hamilton Honda for $389 + tax (includes, water pump, all drive belts, free car wash, free wiper inserts and oil change). Tensioner is $75 extra if needed. Search slickdeals.net for honda timing belt
1 - 20 of 26 Posts
Join the discussion
Join now to ask and comment!