Would you like to see Honda add more pizzazz to the Pilot's styling? - Honda Pilot

Ziploc · 06-25-2003, 06:06 PM

Many reviews I've read, even very flattering ones, mention some disappointment with the Pilot's exterior styling...words such as "bland," "unexciting," and "predictable" have been used. On the other hand, a few have described the styling as "classic," "no-nonsense," or "having clean lines."

The interior styling seems to have been judged a little more positively, but emphazing practicality and functionality. On the other hand, there have been a sizable number of complaints about "cheap plastic" being used instead of more durable and/or more visually appealing material.

In short, I was curious about to what degree our members feel "style-deprived."

Preludetundra · 06-25-2003, 06:40 PM

I can't imagine anyone spending $28 - $32k for something they really don't like. Maybe unless they have $50k taste and a $30k pocketbook. The real question in my humble opinion is; are you willing to pay more for a few extra frills? Probably not or there would be a lot fewer Pilots on the road and a lot more MDXs.

par55 · 06-25-2003, 06:48 PM

I'm not so much a sheet metal person, rather performance, comfort, and quality.

RipRocK · 06-25-2003, 06:49 PM

I actually like the styling of the Pilot, despite what many reviews or publications have stated about it. I prefer understated aesthetics of the Pilot instead of gaudy looks that scream for attention. So, I don't think Honda needs to do much to change the looks.

That said, I still think they could've had the fog light, the fender flares, the cross bars and the side steps/running boards come as standard

PilotCrazy · 06-25-2003, 07:29 PM

I really dig the look of the Pilot. All I would like to see is the roof rack cross bars standard.

dandbtucker · 06-25-2003, 07:50 PM

I really like the exterior styling of the Pilot. I think what I am waiting for are the little custom touches that let you make your own statement in style.

I am sure this year we will see a bunch of cool add-ons that we can get to set our rides apart.

Maybe some flames would look nice too...

Don

RipRocK · 06-25-2003, 08:03 PM

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Originally posted by dandbtucker
I really like the exterior styling of the Pilot. I think what I am waiting for are the little custom touches that let you make your own statement in style.

I am sure this year we will see a bunch of cool add-ons that we can get to set our rides apart.

Maybe some flames would look nice too...

Don

LOL. Check out this thread. I'm still thinking of going through with my idea. Whaddaya think?

dandbtucker · 06-25-2003, 08:40 PM

So are you really thinking of two wide stripes? I think I like the idea because it is different...

I would pick two colors, one lighter and one darker to contrast.

Maybe one would be white and one a blue like this

.

I am a bit on the flashy side so you may not like my colors.

Now, I am thinking of getting our white Pilot striped. Maybe a bit of a "Splat" or something might look good at the end of the stripe.

Hmmmmmm.......

Think Think Think...

Don

tim.s · 06-25-2003, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by dandbtucker
...Maybe some flames would look nice too...

That's what this guy thought.

tim.s · 06-25-2003, 09:45 PM

...for something like this...

borg · 06-25-2003, 09:48 PM

...I wish they would have kept the styling cues from the Pilot prototype, like the color matched fog lights, stainless steel exhaust tips and the better looking rims....

borg · 06-25-2003, 09:49 PM

another view....

bcclements · 06-25-2003, 10:00 PM

A little more chrome and foglights standard.

robrecht · 06-25-2003, 10:17 PM

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Originally posted by bcclements
A little more chrome and foglights standard.

Yes, a little more chrome and a little less truc like interior dash. Better and more colors. But the most important elements are there for our market--safety, utility, value.

tonyrwc · 06-25-2003, 10:18 PM

Foglights, rear Mud Guards, Crossbars should have been standard equip. with the Ex model.

View Poll Results: Would you like to see Honda change future Pilot styling to add more pizzazz??
Yes, absolutely, exterior and interior!!	13	18.31%
Mainly the exterior	19	26.76%
Mainly the interior	5	7.04%
No, I\\\'m OK with the looks of both	28	39.44%
Don\'t really care. I\'m more into functionality than looks.	6	8.45%
Voters: 71. You may not vote on this poll

06-25-2003, 06:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
Ziploc Super Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Damascus, Maryland Posts: 2,199 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Would you like to see Honda add more pizzazz to the Pilot's styling? Many reviews I've read, even very flattering ones, mention some disappointment with the Pilot's exterior styling...words such as "bland," "unexciting," and "predictable" have been used. On the other hand, a few have described the styling as "classic," "no-nonsense," or "having clean lines." The interior styling seems to have been judged a little more positively, but emphazing practicality and functionality. On the other hand, there have been a sizable number of complaints about "cheap plastic" being used instead of more durable and/or more visually appealing material. In short, I was curious about to what degree our members feel "style-deprived." __________________ '03 Pilot Starlight Silver EX ~ Towing Package ~ Fog Lights w/ Lower Trim & Garnish ~ Running Boards, Rear Mud Guards ~ All-Weather Mats ~ Wheel Locks ~Cargo Area Accessories: Cover Tray * Organizer * Net* ~ Honda Pilot.org Accessories: License Plate Frame Sticker*

06-25-2003, 06:40 PM	#2 (permalink)
Preludetundra Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 518 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Do people really buy something they don't like? I can't imagine anyone spending $28 - $32k for something they really don't like. Maybe unless they have $50k taste and a $30k pocketbook. The real question in my humble opinion is; are you willing to pay more for a few extra frills? Probably not or there would be a lot fewer Pilots on the road and a lot more MDXs. __________________ 2003 Honda Pilot EX-L NAV, Sandstone, Weather Tech all weather floor and cargo mats, Michelin Cross Terrain Tires, Acura TL Chrome Tail pipe extensions , and OEM side steps 2006 Honda Ridgeline RT-L Redrock Pearl, Fog Lights, Sidestep, Towing Package, Roof Rack, and Auto Dimming Day/Night mirror 1999 Honda Prelude, Milano Red

06-25-2003, 07:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
PilotCrazy Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Staten Island, New York Posts: 144 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I really dig the look of the Pilot. All I would like to see is the roof rack cross bars standard. __________________ 2003 Pilot EX-L RES Starlight Siver, VIN# 05382, Hidden Hitch, Thule 4 bike carrier, All-Weather mats, Cargo Tray (internal), Cargo Net, Wheel Locks, Rear Mud Guards, and Reese Cargo Tray (hitch mount)

06-25-2003, 07:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
dandbtucker Nevada Piloteers Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Beautiful Washoe Valley, NV Posts: 409 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I Like the Exterior...but... I really like the exterior styling of the Pilot. I think what I am waiting for are the little custom touches that let you make your own statement in style. I am sure this year we will see a bunch of cool add-ons that we can get to set our rides apart. Maybe some flames would look nice too... Don __________________ 2003 Tafetta White EX (w/cloth) Delivered 2/4/2003

06-25-2003, 06:48 PM	#3 (permalink)
par55 Long Time Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Goodyear AZ Posts: 46 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm not so much a sheet metal person, rather performance, comfort, and quality.

06-25-2003, 06:49 PM	#4 (permalink)
RipRocK Super Duper Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Edmonton, AB., Canada, eh!! Posts: 2,388 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I actually like the styling of the Pilot, despite what many reviews or publications have stated about it. I prefer understated aesthetics of the Pilot instead of gaudy looks that scream for attention. So, I don't think Honda needs to do much to change the looks. That said, I still think they could've had the fog light, the fender flares, the cross bars and the side steps/running boards come as standard

06-25-2003, 08:40 PM	#8 (permalink)
dandbtucker Nevada Piloteers Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Beautiful Washoe Valley, NV Posts: 409 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Interesting... So are you really thinking of two wide stripes? I think I like the idea because it is different... I would pick two colors, one lighter and one darker to contrast. Maybe one would be white and one a blue like this . I am a bit on the flashy side so you may not like my colors. Now, I am thinking of getting our white Pilot striped. Maybe a bit of a "Splat" or something might look good at the end of the stripe. Hmmmmmm....... Think Think Think... Don __________________ 2003 Tafetta White EX (w/cloth) Delivered 2/4/2003

06-25-2003, 10:00 PM	#13 (permalink)
bcclements Stealth Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: SW Chicago Suburbs Posts: 242 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Exterior Standard Equipment A little more chrome and foglights standard. __________________ 2003 Havasu Blue EX All Weather Mats Cargo Tray Tow Package (self-installed) Wheel Locks Sportworks Transport Bike Rack *WeatherTech VentVisors

06-25-2003, 10:18 PM	#15 (permalink)
tonyrwc Super Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: SF Bayarea Posts: 483 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Foglights, rear Mud Guards, Crossbars should have been standard equip. with the Ex model. __________________ Sagebrush EX-L Sunroof, sidesteps, full size spare, mud guards, cargo tray, all weather mats, locks

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