2001 Honda HR-V - Joy Machine

[mk1_4dr]

6 minutes ago, Dobloseven said:

Thank heaven it's not me imagining things! Hope you find one. Just think, with that colour, you could have a Golden Shower! 

I've just had a google about, it was actually a CRV advert with Clunes/Morrisey, but I've found the part number for the HR-V shower so it's definitely a thing.

[batterypowered]

Was very close to getting a HR-V for myself before finding my Paseo. Such a great looking 3dr 4x4 nugget. Shares the same interior as the Honda Logo too AFAIK?
Hope it treats you well.

[S2000]

1 hour ago, mk1_4dr said:

That is strange, what year is your friends? Is it 4WD? I don't know if either of those things makes a difference, but something obviously is. 

It’s on a Y plate so 2000 and is the 4WD variant, the hunt for the fuel filter came as it can be hesitant at times under load so was the first on a list of things todo to eliminate issues.

[Dan302]

 

[Popsicle]

8 hours ago, mk1_4dr said:

it was supplied new by Chatsworth Honda, which I think were in Derby

It was in Derby, changed hands about 20 years ago I think, still a Honda dealer there but under a different name.

[twosmoke300]

7 hours ago, S2000 said:

It’s on a Y plate so 2000 and is the 4WD variant, the hunt for the fuel filter came as it can be hesitant at times under load so was the first on a list of things todo to eliminate issues.

Check the valve clearances!

[DSdriver]

9 hours ago, mk1_4dr said:

Now you mention it, I remember those adverts! And now I'm on the lookout for the shower accessory, they are NLA from Honda, unsurprisingly. 

If you've got teenage daughters you are also going to need the 30 gallon water tank option

[Cookiesouwest]

Thats lovely. The first car I roffled on AS was my nr end of MOT and probably end of life 3dr HRV. It sold out within a few hrs. 

It was a hoot to drive. A lovely thing.

Hope you enjoy yours

[mk1_4dr]

I've used the HR-V all week and identified a few bits that are needed. 

First, I'm going to have another look at the front brakes, they are squeaking like mad and when I had them in bits last week the calipers were looking tired with perished boots and rust on the piston, I'll have another go at cleaning them up tomorrow but I think a rebuild kit will be ordered.   

Next will be the duel pump fluid, it's got a grumble at low speed/tight corners so that should be an easy fix on Monday when the fluid is delivered.

I'm going to keep an eye out for a better headunit and maybe some sort of mini boot install, we'll see. 

Other than those small bits, it's been great! Very easy to live with, good heater, great seats and a decent driving position. It even seems good on juice (with potentially a grabbing brake!) 
I think I'm going to miss having a center arm rest but they were an option so I'll just have to look at every one being broken until I find one. 

Have some sunny pictures, and a few detail shots of the bits to fix.

 

The only bit of grot I have found on it so far.

 

The dent on the O/S behind the drivers door.

 

Dealerplate/sticker goodness

 

The little dent on the tailgate

 

 

They do make quite a cool little pair