Older Mk1 Honda CR-V‘s 🐿 Now GALAXY 2.3 Bought.

[mr2fc]

Just a wild stab in the dark, but how similar are mk1s and mk2s?

mk1 bumper, headlights, grill and bonnet on a mk2?

[Laters]

Nov 9, 2019 9:31:51 GMT mr2fc said:

Just a wild stab in the dark, but how similar are mk1s and mk2s?

mk1 bumper, headlights, grill and bonnet on a mk2?

mk1 and mk2 are a totally different bodyshell so a front end transplant would be a big job.

Nov 9, 2019 6:55:12 GMT grizz said:

Great response, thank you.


To me personally, like the Mk1 vs Mk2 Berlingo, personal preference dictates that I like the look of a Mk1 car in Berlingo’s the narrow lights are not as good looking as the newer ones were, but to me that is actually the appeal.

The CR-V is similar, the older front end look is preferable to me, but performance etc makes zero difference, reliability like with Prozac is paramount

Glad you mentioned auto, petrol here, as the one I missed out on was just that.

Doing less than 3000 miles a year in these secondary cars, used when the company Focus cannot (towing and load lugging) means consumption is not that important to me.


Regarding off-road use, I think you actually “get it” that this is a sofft-roader rather than rock crawler.


I would have either, Mk1 or Mk2 and prefer manual to auto, but also have little brand loyalty.

I've had a few hondas over the years but tend to buy whatever suits us best at the time.
When looking for our car I was torn between the CR-V or Nissan xtrail. The CR-V won on the grounds of I wasn't so sure of the interior on the xtrail and I preferred the full sized spare wheel on the rear door of the honda. Also means there is a fair sized storage compartment under the boot floor/table.
The handbrake on the CR-V does take a little getting used to as its a little different being dash mounted.

I was looking for a auto so a manual wasn't a option for me.
The autos are all 4 speed in the mk2 crv in the UK where when the CR-V was facelifted in other countries they got the 5 speed automatic.

Forgot to mention the rear door on the mk2 is side hinged like the mk1 but is a one piece & opens with the glass where the mk1 glass opens separately.
The mk2 rear door also opens separately to the rear door (from the key or a button on the drivers door panel) but in all the time we have owned ours its never been used in anger.

We only do about 4000-5000 miles a year in the honda so fuel consumption isn't that much of worry for us either.

Some people complain the 2 litre ivtec engine isn't very powerful.
It does lack a little torque at low revs but as with all iVTEC/VTEC engines its got to be revved to get the best out of it.
I have never found the car to be underpowered & its far from sluggish as some reviewers suggest. I suspect the people who say they are underpowered or sluggish have never driven a vtec and don't realise they do need some revs to come on song.
Another thing worth mentioning is the tappet adjustment on the k20 engines found in the mk2 petrol CR-V's are old school manually adjusted tappets not automatic hydraulic tappets so can sound a little tappity when cold.

You would be surprised by the amount of people who don't get the whole soft roader thing.
A extended family member was a little put aback when they bought a Kuga & we all went to a village fair/festival with parking in the nearby fields.
Honda behaved perfectly and drove in and out of the field with no issues. Kuga didnt! I suspect large wheels with low profile tyres and the Kuga being 2wd didnt help.

[mr2fc]

I've just read through the lowering thread I posted, and I don't think they could have been more obtuse if they'd tried! Combination of bad English, slang, abbreviations and English as a second language means I still don't have an easy answer except look for actual CRV lowering springs...

I wonder if it's easier to get a classic Impreza, and go up on Forrester OEM stuff? (Treat yourself to some new rear arches as well!)

[mr2fc]

^^^not digging at the "English for a second language" guys, as I don't have a second language!

[BenzBoy]

Nov 9, 2019 12:11:51 GMT mr2fc said:

I've just read through the lowering thread I posted, and I don't think they could have been more obtuse if they'd tried! Combination of bad English, slang, abbreviations and English as a second language means I still don't have an easy answer except look for actual CRV lowering springs...

Sadly that's one downside to CRV ownership (and possibly Hondas in general) I've found - the internet forums seem to be dominated by American teenagers and every potentially useful technical discussion descends into a p!ssing match between a bunch of 17-year-olds about whose wheels are "illest" or whatever. Still, places like RR exist as a welcome counterbalance to all that nonsense!

[grizz]

Another alternative


1995
£750.00












Just need to get to see it.

[datman]

Those are a pain in the ass compared to a CR-V. I mean the engine is underneath for a start and they do like to have head gasket / overheating issues.

[grizz]

Nov 11, 2019 21:18:10 GMT datman said:

Those are a pain in the ass compared to a CR-V. I mean the engine is underneath for a start and they do like to have head gasket / overheating issues.

That’s good to know.
Thank you
It sold.

What about Seat Alhambra VW Sharan of 2000 type vintage?

[grizz]

Weirdly

My FB Marketplace and Gumtree feeds for bangeR type money cars have started to push through the VW Sharan/Alhambra/Galaxy type cars too, possibly because I have clicked on a few sub £700 items.


Anyway.......


New Squirrel to chase and ask about on here, because I know there are such a range of experiences and interests.



Please tell me specifically about FORD GALAXY 2.3 petrol cars in Auto or manual.

I have read up on reviews, and typically opinions are of users, with varying opinions.


I have been offered a 2001 2.3 Auto, with towbar and 102k miles on the clock for £700.00 by a grandad who has bought a smaller car.

MOT History seems decent on it REGISTRATION: N999RAM

Thanks.

[mr2fc]

To the right person, the numberplate is probably worth a bit, so not much risk at £700?

IIRC the 2.3 is a Ford engine, development of the mk5/6 RS2000 engine, so not a Zetec. Not sure how well supported they are nowadays?

Only other possible downside is you may find yourself making VR6 noises each time you pull away from the lights!

[mylittletony]

Fuel consumption on the 2.3 auto is pretty dire at 25mpg combined. If it's after march 2001 then tax is £325 a year instead of £265. All for a heady 142hp...

[grizz]

Nov 14, 2019 7:43:10 GMT mr2fc said:

To the right person, the numberplate is probably worth a bit, so not much risk at £700?

IIRC the 2.3 is a Ford engine, development of the mk5/6 RS2000 engine, so not a Zetec. Not sure how well supported they are nowadays?

Only other possible downside is you may find yourself making VR6 noises each time you pull away from the lights!

License plate is a semi insurance if it explodes.

Still needs a buyer though.

[grizz]

Nov 14, 2019 10:51:10 GMT mylittletony said:

Fuel consumption on the 2.3 auto is pretty dire at 25mpg combined. If it's after march 2001 then tax is £325 a year instead of £265. All for a heady 142hp...

Ahhhhhhh

Thats a good thing to know.

This one was registered August 2001

So £60 to yearly cost.


The fuel consumption is less a hassle after the Blazer. And fact its an occasional use car not daily.


This is why I love this forum.


People know and share stuff

[LowStandards]

Nov 14, 2019 11:12:12 GMT grizz said:

Nov 14, 2019 7:43:10 GMT mr2fc said:

To the right person, the numberplate is probably worth a bit, so not much risk at £700?

IIRC the 2.3 is a Ford engine, development of the mk5/6 RS2000 engine, so not a Zetec. Not sure how well supported they are nowadays?

Only other possible downside is you may find yourself making VR6 noises each time you pull away from the lights!

License plate is a semi insurance if it explodes.

Still needs a buyer though.

Sell it to someone in Derby who likes that kicky ball game

[mr2fc]

Nov 14, 2019 11:50:19 GMT LowStandards said:

Nov 14, 2019 11:12:12 GMT grizz said:

License plate is a semi insurance if it explodes.

Still needs a buyer though.

Sell it to someone in Derby who likes that kicky ball game

Or someone with a certain kind of Dodge-y van or truck?

[mr2fc]

...or is in the emergency services?

[joem83]

A person in the emergency services with a dodge ram then.

Is the 2.3 a Ford 4/5 pot or a VW VR5?

[duggers]

2.3 16v Ford lump, reliable but thirsty and watch the VED cost.

[grizz]

Nov 14, 2019 17:28:06 GMT duggers said:

2.3 16v Ford lump, reliable but thirsty and watch the VED cost.

Tax £325/y
Fuel consumption silly

[kevins]

One of the guys I work with bought one a couple of years ago needed a good service an a radiator but it has been brilliant since, fuel consumption isn't wonderfull but aside from the usual checks for rust accident damage and lack of servicing they are pretty tough. Engine / box if ford and goes on forever if properly serviced, the rest is VW.