[Jerry]

Went to the three Vegas dealers on Saturday June 1 (two days before the official Pilot release date) did some quick negotiating (inclusing the internet deal at Desert Honda) and put a deposit down on one that was available in inventory (actually put a deposit on two and when I saw the colors I withdrew one). Six were presold for Monday sale and I picked the seventh (there were more that were presold but the color and options were not in the first shipments). On Monday June 3, I test drove a Pilot - went back and also test drove the MDX - the rest is history.

By the way, check out the message thread on Zaino car polish. It holds up great in the desert. I've used most of the car waxes on the market and they don't hold up in the Vegas sun/heat. Used the Zaino products six weeks ago. Washed the Pilot last Saturday - the polish still looks as good as the day I put it on.

Another item you may want to check out. The Honda recommended maintenance intervals (oil changes etc.) are different in the extreme heat of the desert. Stop by Honda West's Service area and they'll give you a schedule.

Good luck with your new Pilot. Will be looking for ya on the road.