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benphyr · 09-27-2014, 05:49 PM

I took the scenic route (because I missed my turn) and spotted a 1996 Honda Odyssey in a driveway.

It is leaking oil and has a gasoline leak, owner says it is in the return line because it only starts leaking when the engine is running not when the key is turned on. Also said it is the best vehicle ever, but he bought it to fix and never got around to it, said the newer generations had too strong of engines for the transmission so they had issues.

Anyway, any thoughts for things to look out for in this vehicle? expected problems to check before purchasing (saving) from the parts/scrap pile?

Cheers,
Benphyr

09-27-2014, 05:49 PM	#612 (permalink)
benphyr EcoModding Apprentice Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 101 Asphault Camo - retired - '05 Honda Civic SE 90 day: 35.81 mpg (US) Asphault Camo Kid hauler - '98 Honda Odyssey LX 90 day: 24.33 mpg (US) Thanks: 35 Thanked 22 Times in 16 Posts	1996 Honda Odyssey I took the scenic route (because I missed my turn) and spotted a 1996 Honda Odyssey in a driveway. It is leaking oil and has a gasoline leak, owner says it is in the return line because it only starts leaking when the engine is running not when the key is turned on. Also said it is the best vehicle ever, but he bought it to fix and never got around to it, said the newer generations had too strong of engines for the transmission so they had issues. Anyway, any thoughts for things to look out for in this vehicle? expected problems to check before purchasing (saving) from the parts/scrap pile? Cheers, Benphyr