This 2003 Honda Element 4WD EX Auto is in good driving condition with a decent number of flaws. There are no obvious signs of a previous repair due to an accident or flooding.
Exterior
The windshield wiper blades are worn and need to be replaced. There are misc scratches around the vehicle, some are more noticeable than others. See photos. The vehicle shows minor miscellaneous dings around the body. See photos. There is a dent on the left quarter of the vehicle. The paint shows some wear and tear that is consistent with age and mileage. The vehicle has rust on the frame and chassis rails. There is also rust on the rear door catches. There are scuffs on the right side and an embossed point on the left side of the front bumper. There are small impacts on rear bumper. The black is greying out which is consistent with the age and mileage of the vehicle. The windshield has a chip and will need to be replaced or repaired. The rear tires are very worn and will need to be replaced.
Interior
I was not able to get cruise control to engage. Further diagnosis is required. The seats show moderate wear, especially the driver's seat. The inner door panels show wear consistent with age and mileage. When first opening the hood there was a small of coolant indicating a possible spill or leak. Further diagnosis required. The headliner shows miscellaneous smudge marks from normal use. The gauges did not work for half the test drive and then came on. The problem will need to be looked into and repaired.
Test Drive
The start up was weak when the vehicle was first started up. Further diagnosis required to verify what is causing a weak start up. The engine had plenty of power and there were no misfires or excessive smoking while driving. The transmission shifted as designed with no harsh engagement or slipping. The steering was responsive and the suspension was firm and the vehicle handled well. There were no abnormal vibrations or odd noises. There appears to be no visible indication any fluids leaking but as stated earlier there was a smell of coolant when the hood was opened. The brakes were firm with no pulsation felt. I hooked up my Scan Tool to the computer system and found no current or pending codes. All of the live data looked good with no issues reported. See below and pictures for more info.
| Year | 2003 |
| Make | Honda |
| Model | Element |
| Mileage | 87257 |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| VIN Number | 5J6YH28533L008467 |
| Stock Number | 8467 |
| Interior | Cloth |
| Interior Color | Grey |
| Body Color | Silver |
| Engine | 4 Cylinder |
| Drive Type | Four Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Wiper Blades | |
| The windshield wiper blades are worn and need to be replaced. | |
| Windshield Washer | |
| Body Alignment | |
| Scratches | |
| There are misc scratches around the vehicle, some are more noticeable then others. See photos. | |
| Dings | |
| The vehicle shows minor miscellaneous dings around the body. See photos. | |
| Dents | |
| There is a dent on the left quarter of the vehicle. | |
| Paint Condition | |
| The paint shows some wear and tear that is consistent with age and mileage. | |
| Rust | |
| The vehicle has rust on the frame and chassis rails. There is also rust on the rear door catches. | |
| Exterior Lights | |
| Sunroof | |
| Door Mirrors | |
| Bumpers | |
| There are scuffs on the right side and an embossed point on the left side of the front bumper. There are small impacts on rear bumper. | |
| Side Moldings | |
| The black is greying out which is consistent with the age and mileage of the vehicle. | |
| Frame Damage | |
| Glass | |
| The windshield has a chip and will need to be replaced or repaired. | |
| Click here to get 10% off your windshield repair or replacement at Safelite. (Offer excludes wiper blades or Rain Defense™) | |
| Body Seals | |
| Steering Wheel | |
| Horn | |
| Cruise Control | |
| I was not able to get cruise control to engage. Further diagnoses is required. | |
| Seat Condition | |
| The seats show moderate wear, especially the drivers seat. | |
| Seat Belts | |
| Clock | |
| Radio/Navigation | |
| Inner Door Panels | |
| The inner door panels show wear consistent with age and mileage. | |
| Power Locks | |
| Window Switches | |
| Window Function | |
| Center Console | |
| Dash | |
| Sun Visors | |
| Dash Lights | |
| Dash Gauges | |
| The gauges did not work for half the test drive and then came on. The problem will need to be looked into and repaired. | |
| Air Conditioning | |
| Heater | |
| Rear Defroster | |
| Floor Mats | |
| Unusual Odors | |
| When first opening the hood there was a small of coolant indicating a possible spill or leak. Further diagnoses required. | |
| Cup Holders | |
| Headliner | |
| The headliner shows miscellaneous smudge marks from normal use. | |
| Blower Motor | |
| Interior Trim | |
| Battery | |
| The battery is weak. The battery should be put on a charger to see if it accepts a full charge. If it does not accept a full charge, the battery will need to be replaced. | |
| Charging System | |
| Cooling Fan Condition | |
| Radiator Cap Sealing Properly | |
| Hoses | |
| Radiator | |
| Engine Coolant | |
| Coolant Leaks | |
| Belts | |
| Power Steering | |
| Engine Oil | |
| Engine Fluid Leaks | |
| Transmission Leaks | |
| Brake System | |
| Brake Fluid Level | |
| Differential leaks | |
| Muffler System | |
| CV Joints and Axles | |
| Shocks and bushings | |
| Ball Joints and Tie Rods | |
| Key Fob | |
| Road Test | Yes |
| Engine Performance | |
| Transmission Performance | |
| Differential Performance | |
| Wheel Bearing Performance | |
| Braking Performance | |
| Suspension Performance | |
| Steering Performance | |
| Engine Starting | |
| Engine had a hard time starting due to a weak battery. | |
| Tire Pressure System (TPMS) | |
| Dash Warning Lights | |
| No observable concerns reported. | |
| Driver Front | Fuzion | Fuzion | Passenger Front |
| Driver Rear | Fuzion | Fuzion | Passenger Rear |
| Driver Front | 215/70/16 | 215/70/16 | Passenger Front |
| Driver Rear | 215/70/16 | 215/70/16 | Passenger Rear |
| Driver Front | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Front |
| Driver Rear | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Rear |
| Driver Front | Corrosion | Corrosion | Passenger Front |
| Driver Rear | Corrosion | No Issues | Passenger Rear |
| Driver Front | 7/32 | 7/32 | Passenger Front |
| Driver Rear | 3/32 | 3/32 | Passenger Rear |
| Spare tire | Yes |
|---|
10/32 or more
Tires have plenty of tread!
(standard)
8/32 or more
Tires have plenty of tread!
(low profile)
5/32 to 7/32
Tires will need replacement soon!
4/32 or less
Tires need replacement!
This vehicle is eligible for certification to provide coverage for mechanical failures
Transmission
Engine
Exhaust
HVAC
Suspension & Steering
Electrical System
Cooling System
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