Honda Element - got one?

[undercoverbrother]

Originally Posted by fotze

I like that you can hose down the interior back of it, thats about all I liked.

Handy after late night trips to North Glenmore park....

[CaptainYooh]

When I first saw the interior Honda Element, I thought that it could be easily washed with a garden hose without causing any damage.

[undercoverbrother]

Originally Posted by CaptainYooh

When I first saw the interior Honda Element, I thought that it could be easily washed with a garden hose without causing any damage.

Isn't that how it was marketed?

[CaptainYooh]

I don't know. Was it?

[Table 5]

I like the idea of the Element, and think it is way more practical than your average crossover. Too bad they had to make it look like tupperware and cover it in all that plastic.

[woob]

Originally Posted by Northendzone

what is so amazing about fitting in HALF of the server rack,

A half server rack is one thing - It's basically a half height server rack, good for small businesses and such that want to have rack mount servers instead of tower based, but don't want an entire rack. The More You Know.

The impressive part of the storage is the floor to ceiling height. It's way more useful than even many mini-vans. From what I remember, any ways.

[surferguy]

Originally Posted by woob

A half server rack is one thing - It's basically a half height server rack, good for small businesses and such that want to have rack mount servers instead of tower based, but don't want an entire rack. The More You Know.

The impressive part of the storage is the floor to ceiling height. It's way more useful than even many mini-vans. From what I remember, any ways.

This is what intrigues me about the Element. I am usually carting around a heap of tools. If I get a truck I would want a topper as I do not want my tools exposed to the "elements" but then I only have access from the back. Furthermore I am playing a lot for fuel (or least I assume I would be). My current ride is in need of replacement (small SUV) but I like that I can access the cargo area from three sides.

The element presents a large cargo area but I am not sure about fuel consumption - hence the thread. I don't think I am ready for the mini van yet.

This would be the Como Car and I needs me some space.

[Regulator75]

With a 4 cylinder 2.4 liter engine (2011), you'd get better fuel economy than any truck.
Though, it's boxy body and wind resisting style doesn't help with fuel economy.

I'd say, go for it. Plus those big flat surfaces are ideal for your companies logo.

[Table 5]

Have you considered a Ford Transit Connect?

[puckluck2]

Originally Posted by surferguy

How would I get it in?

fixed that for you.

[surferguy]

Originally Posted by Table 5

Have you considered a Ford Transit Connect?

I haven't...yet. I had to google it to see what they look like. I have seen a lot of plumbers use them and they definitely have a heap of space. Not sure I can afford one though.

[Table 5]

It might be a nice option for you. They have a small footprint, so easy to get around/park in the city, but a good chunk of cargo area. And you get sliding doors on the side, which I think makes accessing cargo a lot easier. Plus there's a nice huge flat side for graphics, since it seems like you want to use it for your business.

Price wise, I doubt it would be that hugely different from an Element. Hondas tend to hold their value much more than Fords.

This is the new one, although you may be looking for used.

[surferguy]

Originally Posted by Table 5

It might be a nice option for you. They have a small footprint, so easy to get around/park in the city, but a good chunk of cargo area. And you get sliding doors on the side, which I think makes accessing cargo a lot easier. Plus there's a nice huge flat side for graphics, since it seems like you want to use it for your business.

Price wise, I doubt it would be that hugely different from an Element. Hondas tend to hold their value much more than Fords.

This is the new one, although you may be looking for used.

You make good points, I will poke around a bit and see what I can find.

Definitely looking used, not comfortable enough taking on car payments and I tend to be rough on vehicles.

Anybody drive one of these? same questions apply. tank of fuel costs? How many kilometers to a tank?

[rohara66]

I've had an 04 fwd element for several years now... Couple thoughts on it:

- 400 km max to a tank city driving and not much better highway
- the interior has rubber floors but it's not water tight so it can't be hosed out
- its a really tall cabin (like previously mentioned) so its great for hauling ####
- rear seats fold up to the side for carrying even more junk
- brakes are undersized, I've had to replace them twice in 80k km's
- windshield is completely vertical and cracks/chips like crazy driving here

Mine is a base model so I'm ready to upgrade but maybe look at the SC models. They have carpet interior, better stereo, bigger rims and the exterior panels are all paint matched.

[surferguy]

Thanks for the info. How much to fill the tank?

[Young-Sneezy]

http://www.jeep.ca/en/wrangler/overview

problem solved.

[TheGrimm]

I usually use this site for fuel mileage comparisons:

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.shtml

I am sure they are based on granny driving but at least you get a fairly consistent idea.

[cam_wmh]

Originally Posted by Young-Sneezy

http://www.jeep.ca/en/wrangler/overview

problem solved.

wrong thread?

[surferguy]

Originally Posted by Young-Sneezy

http://www.jeep.ca/en/wrangler/overview

problem solved.

Actually that would create more problems. Unless I build a hoist to lift my 12" Miter saw and stand onto the roll bars.

[Kybosh]

The Honda Element reminds me of the mini-micromachines that were inside some micromachines back in the day.