A lovely example of a great car! The Jazz has always been a model of great packaging and clever design, and has always managed to avoid the rather awkward styling of other super-mini models designed to major on interior space such as the Renault Modus, Skoda Roomster and truly hideous Toyota Yaris Verso. That car niche seems to have pretty much died out with the Jazz being about the last one, but unless you need to carry a house around the Jazz is a viable small family car and a great buy.
Yes, the Jazz was always the best of the Mini MPVs and with the demise of the Hyundai ix20, Ford B-Max and Kia Venga last year, it does now have that market to itself, although I always saw it as a Ford Fiesta/Volkswagen Polo rival too. It just keeps on selling well to a very loyal crowd and the new model has been very popular on the Planet Auto RUclips channel. It's hard to fault at £1000 if you can find a good one.
It's in absolutely superb condition, especially given the mileage. I was really impressed! It's probably one of the best first generation Jazz models out there.
I’m not a big fan of this generation, but now I have seen this Jazz I have changed my mind. It proves they can look great. It’s good also to see this car on planet auto too :)
Yes, if I were to have a first generation, then it would have to be a post-facelift Sport like this one. The bodykit and slightly different headlamps do make quite a difference! Yes, indeed, this was the car featured in the Planet Auto review of the new 2020 Jazz.
Thank you for the review once again, what a lovely example of the Mk 1 Jazz. I have just swapped my Mk111 Fabia for a 2018 top of the range Jazz EX Navi CVT and yes I am old and fancied going back to an Automatic 😊😁 The Jazz is a surprisingly good car, I say surprising because of all the tech and features. The CVT is not to everyone's taste but personally I find it so relaxing and it is of course one of the most reliable Auto boxes on the market.
They are suprisingly good aren't they. I got my mk1 as a stopgap but am now keeping longer than I thought. The CVT is very relaxing as long as you don't have a heavy right foot! Enjoy your EX navi . Make sure you change the gearbox oil every 2 years regardless of mileage. Only use Honda CVT fluid ,this will prelong gearbox life and stave off the infamous CVT judder .
I found the gearbox in David's car very smooth indeed, it's clearly had various gearbox fluid changes. These really are very, very good cars if you can get past the slightly older image, probably one of best I have featured on the series as they just make so much sense. Not as exciting as the MG TF perhaps, but certainly dependable if you find a good example that has been properly serviced like this one.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Yes they are a bit old style, the gearbox is upgraded and the 1.3 i-Vtec engine was new in 2015 I believe. Having not driven a previous Jazz I can't compare but my 2018 model is sweet without being fancy. Performance is more than adequate for me and I soon found a gentle right foot is the way to drive it. At my age I'm finding practicality and easy driving come before style and performance, however it's still possible to get a lot of enjoyment in the process.
Yes, they changed the engine range for the previous model and again for the new one, which only comes as a hybrid over here now. The retained value for the Jazz is very good too... This older one was better to drive than I was expecting, the steering certainly was a lot better than many modern cars I could mention. They are popular with older people, but there is an excellent reason for that: they are just very good general transport.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a high spec Jazz! Excellent video as always Joseph. The RUclips algorithm is very unkind to your channel, it refuses to show your videos in my recommended tab!
Well, sir, I don't know what is going on with the algorithm, but we are starting to climb a bit now. This is a very, very nice example of the first generation Jazz, David really looks after it. Clearly, though, later versions are available with even more equipment!
Great review. Just bought my first jazz, agree prices have shot up so unfortunately I paid 2500 for my 2007 but it's only done 38000 miles so I'm hoping it will pay me back over the years in reliability..
I actually have a follow up Jazz review (a manual from 2006 in the same specification) coming up next week, if you are interested... As you say, prices have risen over the past three years!
My grandmother brought her 2006 model year jazz brand new in NZ just in time for my parents wedding and I plan to buy it when I start to drive she has had the car longer than I've been alive just
I don't see how you could go wrong with one of these as a first car, especially if you know the history of it so well! They are famed for reliability, and this one in particular was in excellent condition.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting If you are ever able to get your hands on an Honda Frv with its quirky three plus three seating arrangement it would make a very interesting review . I had been pondering one but have been put off by the relatively high running costs.
Hi Thanks for good honest cars at affordable prices. I've owned 4 of these gems They are really a Tardis! I had 3 manuals all 1.3 all suffered premature gearbox bearing wear. Recently I have an Auto /CVT It's done 123k gear change was erratic changed cvt fluid it's fine now. The boot is massive due to the Petrol tank being located under the front seats.
Well, I am really pleased that you enjoyed the video! This was a surprise hit, filmed in less than 45 minutes just as I happened to be in the area, but one of the most popular reviews on my channel. The car was ever so cleverly thought out, truly Honda at their best. The CVT gearbox in this car seemed fine, although I know some people don't really like them.
I had a 1.4 civic, which suffered the gearbox bearing failure. Apparently it was a very common fault with that engine that came about when Honda changed bearing suppliers. I was also told that Honda refused to accept there was an issue & would only rectify vehicles that were fully Honda serviced with low miles.
The magic seat arrangement in the Jazz is absolutely fantastic. The only thing I've driven that's even near as versatile is the Yaris Verso. Why oh why haven't more manufacturers copied this? It should be standard on every hatchback.
I think that that is was some kind of patented thing, from what I understand. Maybe no one else wanted to have bother making something similar, silly though that sounds!
They are an excellent feature but very expensive to engineer and produce, also the whole floorpan needs remodeling and the fuel tank has to go under the front seats.
It was also popular over here, and there are lots and lots of these still providing reliable service. They probably were only hindered by being quite expensive when new.
I had a 2006 Jazz Mk1 from new as a lease car. They are so reliable, roomy and clever. Good find. (I still have a Jazz, my third, never had a single issue). Absolutely superb example, my compliments to the owner. It looks pristine.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting I have a 2013 Mk2, and while I'm thinking of getting the hybrid one your buddy at Planet Auto reviewed so well, recently, I'm happy with my old one for the time being. They're great cars to live with: reliable, comfortable, nice to drive, and I've moved house twice in mine, had double mattresses and all sorts in the back. The rear seats fold completely flat (the fuel tank is under the front seats) and create a van-like loading bay in seconds.
Yes, Mr Quirk loved that brand new Jazz, didn't he? I have driven a couple of second generation ones too, and they are also excellent. As you say, the practicality for a car that size is virtually second to none.
David kept it absolutely immaculate. I was amazed at the condition. It's one of the few cars I have filmed for No Budget Reviews where it looks even better in real life than on video.
Oh yes, sir! This was an absolutely brilliant example, couldn't believe that mileage. It's the definition of sensible, practical and reliable motoring for not an awful lot of money!
This is a very well cared vehicle, someone who took pride in the ownership of this vehicle. I'm sure people will love this if they clean homes, because you can stuff it full of cleaning supplies and the Hoover (or whatever vacuum one uses) and yet still have good visibility for driving. I also noticed an AUX port by the 12 volt socket, could be for MP3 player. The next person who does own this I do hope they keep this as spotless at it is now!
Yes, on this top specification post-facelift model, you did get an AUX input as standard. David keeps it in absolutely amazing condition too! It would make sense for a professional house cleaner to have one, as the magic seats would make loading in a vacuum cleaner, for example, really, really easy. Glad you enjoyed it!
You don't need to remove the rear headrests to fold the rear seats. It's all been carefully designed. Slide front seat fully forward using a lever thoughtfully placed where you can easily reach it from rear cabin. Fold rear seat without removing headrest. Slide front seat back, and the rear headrest fits conveniently under the front seat.
This is an absolutely ancient video I filmed in 35 minutes... I am surprised it still gets any views at all. I have a much better video on a manual Jazz Sport of this generation that I released last year.
Many thanks Joseph (Joe?) for this video. I'm looking at a first-gen Jazz. I can't believe how tidy this particular example looks. 👍 From 2007, all SE and Sport models came with electric folding mirrors, but I can't believe Honda added mirror-integrated indicators to the Jazz in 2004, well before Ford decided to do it with the 2004-2011 Focus. That surprised me actually. For reference, the boot space in the Jazz is 353 L, which makes it 11% smaller than that of a Focus (same age), and 24% larger than the equivalent Fiesta, despite the dimensions of the Jazz equalling the Fiesta. With the Magic Seats folded down, the boot space becomes 1,323 L, which is 6% more than the Focus.
Thank you, Dylan! This video was filmed in quite a rush after a 200 or so mile journey. I can't believe how much interest it still gets. This is quite a late Mark I Jazz, as I think production finished in 2008 for our market. David's car was in ridiculous condition, you can't buy something like this (if you ever could) for No Budget Reviews money any more as prices have risen considerably since I filmed this. I think we are approaching 100 episodes of No Budget Reviews now.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting No problem mate. The one I'm looking at is a 57 plate 1.4 SE (manual) model with 95k on the clock in black. Advertised for £850, and I've paid for a full HPI check. We're just trying to organise a date and time now as this New Years has created even more bank holidays than usual! 😂 I believe the second-gen model was released in 2008 as you say, but a lot of those still sell for a few grand at least. Ideally it would make a nicer car I think, but I can't afford that right now so I'm thinking that perhaps a late first-gen might be the best compromise. It should be recall-free unlike the earliest models, and includes a refined interior with better ride quality and materials, plus up-to-date (for the time at least!) features like those electric-folding mirrors, side airbags, and more options as standard. I've just watched your video on the Mk6 Fiesta, and I noticed that you mentioned the Jazz there too. My mum has an 03 plate 1.4 Zetec (with the Zetec S engine), and I really do like how it drives. This might be an uncommon opinion, but I prefer the styling of the lights on the pre-facelift as well. 👍 I'll be sticking around, by the way! I've enjoyed the videos I've watched so far. 🙂
@@DylRicho , thank you for subscribing to the channel! I have something like 800 videos now, and around 200 of those are reviews, although about 50% of them are No Budget Reviews as they prove relatively popular and inexpensive to make. We have other formats too, such as Tweed Jacket Reviews, Sensible Secondhand Reviews/Classics, Contingency Reviews and the slightly mysterious Slightly Shambolic SMMT Reviews... £850 is quite cheap for a decent Mark I Jazz these days. I have driven the Mark II, and it is a bit nicer, but it is also a bit bigger. The Mark VI Fiesta is most certainly a popular cheap secondhand car, and they are nice to drive. They start at some very low prices indeed.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Hi Joseph, just wanted to update you on my car situation! So, I managed to find a 2008 Jazz (still the same shape as this one) for £400 that needs a new clutch. Everything inside works, there's no corrosion, and it has the original cat (for which I'll be buying a protector shield). It's done a little over 100k miles. I'm going to replace the clutch and get a spare rear bumper as well due to some major scratches that are really the only thing about it that spoil it appearance wise. I believe a new clutch kit is around £100, so I think this was quite a bargain!
Excellent, practical, cheap, easy to drive car: 5doors, magic seats, Honda (made in Japan) build quality & reliability. Bought an ‘05 SE auto, 92K miles, two lady owners, 12 month MOT in March ‘19 for £825. Bashed up, bits missing but mechanically sound & recently serviced. Needed a (Honda) transmission fluid flush. No problems two years later. Watch out for water ingress to hatch from cracked seals and sticking handbrake.
Thank you ever so much indeed for watching! Yes, as you say, definitely in No Budget Reviews territory now, although this example was almost immaculate and is worth a bit more. David keeps it in excellent condition, and they just run and run if serviced correctly. I have heard about those seals....
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Great idea to help the wary through the minefield of cheap, used car buying. Good luck! Have followed HJ for 15 years but didn’t like the latest laddish video. Used to live in States, I follow Scotty Kilmer on YT who I like so much because he’s straight and no nonsense. I have a similar mechanic in UK. I live on a Greek island.
@@alanpascoe5821 , yes, we started No Budget Reviews about 18 months ago as a method of filming cars very cheaply as we had run out of money for other content which was filmed and edited properly (DSLR cameras, decent audio equipment, skilled editing), and so we just sort of fell into it, really. I know Honest John and Scotty Kilmer's channels. My mechanic runs a channel called The Rubbish Mechanic where he spreads his considerable knowledge too. Interesting that you live on a Greek Island!
I'm with you in that I find it difficult to believe that it has covered 85,000 miles. To say the car has been treated with kid gloves is an understatement, very clean and well appointed given the model year. You would hit the goldmine if that came up for £1,000. Another great video😊👍👍
It is absolutely amazing, the complete opposite of the Citroën C3 which you would have seen yesterday. David really looks after it! It doesn't seem to have covered anything like that mileage, does it?
27 M, haven't done my driving test yet (I even let my provisional licence expire, shame on me) but I am in love with this car - the rear seats are so useful for carrying paddling and camping gear too!
Thank you ever so much indeed for watching and commenting! Yes, they are fascinating little cars, although prices of nice ones like this are starting to go up now.
The first generation jazz is the best version of jazz for me. Very compact, reliable, utilitarian and just enough useful power. The newer ones have grown bigger like a minivan
The Mark III Jazz which followed this (I have also driven one of those) is a bit slower, as I think these are a bit heavier. The Mark V (which I tested last year) still isn't a massive car, really. The 2002-8 models are known as the Mark II in the UK, as we also got a Jazz in the 1980s, which was a rebadged Honda City.
Mine is the base 2004 one with the external boot lock visible. Nice car with a cam - chain engine as you will know. Only dramatic hiccup was the door & tailgate lock barrels wearing out, and the air - bag and electric window recall last year. The tailgate lock barrel points downwards & so tends to get worn if not used carefully when unlocking from deadlocking. Oh ... and how did we ever get to losing the last line of defence otherwise known as the chipped ignition key ?
Not sure about demise of the chipped ignition key, but this Mark I Jazz is a fantastic car even these days. You are right, it's not a perfect car, but they are remarkably hardy for their time. Thank you ever so much indeed for watching, this has been a surprisingly popular video!
Thank you for this. Looking for a bargain/reliable car, and this is the car I have been looking at.. Gone for one in metalic blue. Hopefully it will be delivered tomorrow.
No, thank you for watching the video! When buying any secondhand car, regardless of what it is and how much it costs, it is best to check both the car and paperwork very carefully, so just make sure that everything is working and the paperwork is all together before you part with the money. Hope it works out well for you!
@@lloydvehicleconsulting , aww, I see. I wish I had found you earlier. But definitely for my next car, I will bear that in mind for sure. Thank goodness I broadened my mind a bit. I was so stuck on a nissan juke (a used one) but just I just dont want to go into debt. So I want to clear my remaining debts whilst driving what I can afford right now. And these hondas seem to be really good reliable cars, from what am hearing and looking at their MOT history reports. Where are you based? I am in west London. :)
@@Cookie-y1d , I did a job in West London fairly recently, actually, although I am based in Hampshire. The thing is that any car can break down at any time (even new ones), and with the older ones they can be one bill away from being uneconomical to repair, even ones which are generally reliable like a Honda Jazz, so reliability can never be 100% guaranteed on anything, despite the fact that people say that the first priority they have is reliability. That goes without saying, who wants to keep breaking down! This is why any car needs to be carefully checked. I wouldn't buy a Nissan Juke, they aren't bad to drive, but there are a lot of better choices out there. I reviewed one on the channel in 2019, and wasn't very impressed.
Excellent review as always. Beautiful area, I know the Silverdale Arnside part of the world quite well . Always thought Honda’s at least as good as their Mercedes Audi equivalents even at the bottom of the range , one of the reasons I drive an Accord.
Yes, fantastic area to be filming No Budget Reviews! Shame that I was stuck behind someone else, really... Very, very good car as well, probably one of the best little cars available for the money and the Accord was a pretty good car too!
We have something like 150 episodes of No Budget Reviews on one of the channel playlists if you fancy seeing some more! This one was done in an awful hurry. Thank you ever so much indeed again!
The nicest Jazz 2002-2007 is the one in Vivid Pearl Blue or Yellow, both colors also very popular with people seeking to customize their cars. :D Steering is electic. Hydraulic steering is heavier. The electric steering helps enough that at low speeds its as if the resistance isn't there. Don't worry about it having no frills, ghetto satnav setups are easy to add and you do get an aux jack in the vehicle (which is rare for cars of that era!) This isn't really the most comfortable of vehicles. I mean, it's nice that the vehicle encourages you to sit bolt upright and has the proper support for that position, but you do hear and feel the road. If you find the racket not good for you or your passenger, then consider a Toyota Corolla (Altis) from the same era, should be around the same price; not as manuverable or fun to drive tho. It's common to find models with broken power folding mirrors and the "iDSI" labelling on the engine cover gone; don't let these dissuade you if the power mirror adjusting works, the vehicle doesn't leak and the rest of the car works fine. People prefer the manual version and I understand (VTEC), but the iDSI auto version isn't half bad. You take >12 seconds to get to 60mph but it can stay there once it gets there, and you get off stop surprisingly fast for an automatic with only 82HP..
The automatic gearbox was much better than I was expecting. It was just a shame that I had limited time with the car and was not able to drive it for longer, although the scenery was excellent. These have to be amongst the best small cars on the secondhand market for under £1000 if you can find a decent one.
@@David_H-73 managed to snap one up for my wife after searching for awhile. Don't think we will ever sell it as very tidy with only 85,000kms on it. Shame the yellow plastic bumpers fade a bit compared to the rest of the car.
@@christopherjohnston6343 great you found a yellow one, is it a sport. Its a good around car with so much space inside. Try Meguiars ultimate compound on the bumpers ( and the bodywork) it should bring them back with a bit of hard work. I got it in Halfords, enjoy your car.
Thanks very much indeed, Pete! Probably one of the best small cars available for under £1000 in this country, I was really impressed with it, and this is a fantastic example.
The CVT Jazz is very pleasant to drive and if driven with a moderate throttle it's not that noisy. There is a fair bit of road noise on the motorway, but as a town car its perfect and quite nippy.
My aunt has had two of these. Currently on a 11 plate. She loves it. She’s thought of changing it a few times however at 9 years old and less than 30k mi there is no point.
This is the most well maintained first generation Honda Jazz I’ve ever seen. Looks like brand new in and out. Most of the first gen I’ve seen are so neglected and looks too abused.
Although it might be spacious it’s not fun to drive or comfortable at all. You will always be jumping around in your seat because the suspension doesn’t smoothen out any bumps.
I didn't find it that bad. I have driven far worse, and the mount I use will show if the suspension is really firm as it will be jumping around everywhere, and this was all right. I had heard that the ride was firm, and it had a bit of an edge to it, but compared with some of the other stuff I have done from this era, like a Vauxhall Corsa C, it was OK.
I hate cambelts, always need changing when the cost of such a change is normally half the value of the car. If only makers could make it easier and not give you a 2 inch space which makes it very difficult.
I found the seats to be very comfortable and the car is very capable on a long drive. Depending on the road surface there is a fair bit of tyre noise and the soundproofing could be better. I would recommend you try one if possible.
I like the Jazz, nice interior, good looking dash. Decent room as well, I think I’d go for the manual version over the automatic. That one looks in very good condition, the owner obviously looks after it well. I did think the engines in these are Camchain? As opposed to a cambelt. I’ve seen these for sale between £4-600, but as you said that one would be over a £1000. Good review again Mr Lloyd
The engine in this one is a cambelt, I don't recall what the other one is... It is in exceptional condition, definitely not a £500 car. Most would go for the manual, I think, although the automatic wasn't as bad as I was expecting. Glad you enjoyed it!
I apologise for flitting about the older videos catching up. I always rated the Jazz as a class act. The only criticism I ever heard was the firm ride. I have seen this Sport model before and didn't realise it was a model. I thought it was a people adding on accessories.
Yes, the ride was actually fine from what I could experience. I have had much worse in modern cars than this. Gosh, I positively encourage people watching the older videos from the No Budget Reviews and Tweed Jacket Reviews playlists, no need to apologise! Definitely the best version of this Mk I Jazz, although I would need a manual gearbox if it were my car.
I had issues with my disc brakes regularly. And the manual transmission started to whine after Just 60000 kilometers and eventually had to be replaced after just 90000 km. After just a year there was moist in the back. But still miss the 2005 made in Japan version because of the engine and the overall package. It was expensive to buy and more expensive to keep on the road than expected.
wow, 85000k miles! they must of been a car detailer, how come the binnacles are spotless, and how come the the switches, buttons, and seat are like they've never been touched!
Can attest that most Japanese makes are like that, buttons that are still factory-legible even after 10+ years of use and a dash that only needs a wet wipe to clean. Minimal effort is basically enough to just merely get lint in your cupholders. You literally have to work to break the parts that aren't meant to be detached, to have something die in the back seat for it to be permanently stained.
@@GreatChicken2 , yes, I couldn't believe the mileage on this car. David really looks after it, but nothing has melted, discoloured or fallen off in that time.
Good review but I am sceptical on that car costing 1 k or below if the mileage is below 100k or so automatic cars are more expensive than manuals I’ve been buying autos all my life
Often on No Budget Reviews I get offered an example of car which is far nicer than average and is worth a bit more than £1000. This is the case here, and was for numerous other episodes such as the Maestro Vanden Plas, MG TF, Suzuki Grand Vitara and others. Sometimes the car is in a bit of state, and definitely worth less than £500, such as the Volvo 240, Rover 214 and Ford Scorpio. The main point is that you can buy an example of one of these cars with an MOT in reasonable condition for under £1000, which is definitely the case with a Jazz, particularly a manual. I can only review what I get offered on the whole, so I can't always be too picky about whether or not the car in front of me would exceed the budget or not. I hope that makes sense.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting no I totally understand keep up the great reviews I myself drive a 2002 mk4 golf for past 4 years and is done me proud no major issues apart from the alternator going the other day 😂
@@TheGreatestPlayerInTheWorld , oh dear, I hope that isn't too much of a problem. I remember having to get a new alternator for my 2003 Seat Leon 1.4 S (probably the same part). When the alternator went in Ian Seabrook's Rover 75 diesel, that was a right palaver. We love popular classic, brand new and really cheap secondhand cars on this channel equally, that is what gives us a bit of a unique mix.
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it! Got lots of other No Budget Reviews on my channel as well (in fact, there is a whole playlist of them) if you are interested.
Very good cars them, good engines, good everything apart from the standard bulbs and brakes which are easy enough to get sorted lol, I prefer a manual than an auto
@@lloydvehicleconsulting I live in a place that gets a lot of salt on the road, making the car rust fast. The Jazz in particular as it is not protected from factory as some German cars are. The boot leaks, it rains in it, the auto transmission judders. But other than that, it never failed me. In 14 years, it is still a strong daily. Too bad about the rust and water leakage and judder.
The 1.4 is actually a 1339cc engine which is why it's known as a 1.3 internationally. It will be marketed as a 1.4 in Europe to differentiate it from the 1.2 litre (1246cc) even though there's less than 100cc difference between the engines. Shame you didn't get the 1.5L VTEC. Not fast but plenty peppy while being nearly as good on fuel.
Yes, I remember all this from having done the research before I filmed the video two years ago. It's almost 1000cc difference, not 100cc difference, by the way. I have no idea why this gets so many views, it's nothing special in terms of a video, really.
It's a really lovely car and this video was a surprise hit on the channel. Misleading trim level name aside, this car was in fantastic condition until David sold it recently. Not sure what has happened to it since!
We had a lengthy discussion about this on the day, as petrols Hondas with cambelts were rare by 2007. We actually think that it does have a cambelt or some kind of hybrid arrangement.
I have just checked the Haynes manual and UK jazzes with the i-DSi engine does indeed have a timing chain. Other engines were fitted in other markets so I would check with a Honda dealer first.
I've just been offered a mint one. I just can't get past the pug ugly uninspiring styling though. No Honda looks good to my eyes. And that interior looks really cheap and nasty.
I suppose styling is always a matter of taste. I think the rear of the jazz was its worst aspect. The interior is a 20 year old design now and although it is made from hard plastics they are a good quality and well screwed together.
I am ever so sorry, but once again the RUclips algorithm seems to have hidden your comment for almost two years, so please accept my apologies for being slow to respond!
I bought a used 2010 fit and it has been nothing but a piece of shiit. Trans went out, coils go out about every 6 months or less, radiator broke 4 times , all parts of air con9 times, various wiring 3 times, paint and clear coat fade down to primer in spots, I'll never buy a Honda again
The Fit/Jazz you are describing is the next generation model, not this one. I have a review of a 2012 example on the channel, which I filmed earlier this year (this video is four years old now). You are absolutely right about cooling system issues with the later models, unfortunately.
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A lovely example of a great car! The Jazz has always been a model of great packaging and clever design, and has always managed to avoid the rather awkward styling of other super-mini models designed to major on interior space such as the Renault Modus, Skoda Roomster and truly hideous Toyota Yaris Verso. That car niche seems to have pretty much died out with the Jazz being about the last one, but unless you need to carry a house around the Jazz is a viable small family car and a great buy.
Yes, the Jazz was always the best of the Mini MPVs and with the demise of the Hyundai ix20, Ford B-Max and Kia Venga last year, it does now have that market to itself, although I always saw it as a Ford Fiesta/Volkswagen Polo rival too. It just keeps on selling well to a very loyal crowd and the new model has been very popular on the Planet Auto RUclips channel. It's hard to fault at £1000 if you can find a good one.
A fantastic example, David really cares for his car, looks great with the subtle body kit, this deserves to be seen.
It's in absolutely superb condition, especially given the mileage. I was really impressed! It's probably one of the best first generation Jazz models out there.
I’m not a big fan of this generation, but now I have seen this Jazz I have changed my mind. It proves they can look great. It’s good also to see this car on planet auto too :)
Yes, if I were to have a first generation, then it would have to be a post-facelift Sport like this one. The bodykit and slightly different headlamps do make quite a difference! Yes, indeed, this was the car featured in the Planet Auto review of the new 2020 Jazz.
Thank you for the review once again, what a lovely example of the Mk 1 Jazz. I have just swapped my Mk111 Fabia for a 2018 top of the range Jazz EX Navi CVT and yes I am old and fancied going back to an Automatic 😊😁
The Jazz is a surprisingly good car, I say surprising because of all the tech and features. The CVT is not to everyone's taste but personally I find it so relaxing and it is of course one of the most reliable Auto boxes on the market.
They are suprisingly good aren't they. I got my mk1 as a stopgap but am now keeping longer than I thought. The CVT is very relaxing as long as you don't have a heavy right foot! Enjoy your EX navi . Make sure you change the gearbox oil every 2 years regardless of mileage. Only use Honda CVT fluid ,this will prelong gearbox life and stave off the infamous CVT judder .
@@David_H-73 Cheers David, points noted. Honda will be doing the service so I'll keep an eye on the oil changes to make sure they're done.
I found the gearbox in David's car very smooth indeed, it's clearly had various gearbox fluid changes. These really are very, very good cars if you can get past the slightly older image, probably one of best I have featured on the series as they just make so much sense. Not as exciting as the MG TF perhaps, but certainly dependable if you find a good example that has been properly serviced like this one.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Yes they are a bit old style, the gearbox is upgraded and the 1.3 i-Vtec engine was new in 2015 I believe. Having not driven a previous Jazz I can't compare but my 2018 model is sweet without being fancy. Performance is more than adequate for me and I soon found a gentle right foot is the way to drive it. At my age I'm finding practicality and easy driving come before style and performance, however it's still possible to get a lot of enjoyment in the process.
Yes, they changed the engine range for the previous model and again for the new one, which only comes as a hybrid over here now. The retained value for the Jazz is very good too... This older one was better to drive than I was expecting, the steering certainly was a lot better than many modern cars I could mention. They are popular with older people, but there is an excellent reason for that: they are just very good general transport.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a high spec Jazz! Excellent video as always Joseph.
The RUclips algorithm is very unkind to your channel, it refuses to show your videos in my recommended tab!
James, have you seen the newer ones? Absolutely loaded to the hilt.
Well, sir, I don't know what is going on with the algorithm, but we are starting to climb a bit now. This is a very, very nice example of the first generation Jazz, David really looks after it. Clearly, though, later versions are available with even more equipment!
It lasted till June 09 and facelift in jan 04
Keep this series going mr loyd
Have you been enjoying No Budget Reviews so far?
@@lloydvehicleconsulting yes
@@Jameshoward999 , we released another one this morning for your viewing pleasure!
Great review. Just bought my first jazz, agree prices have shot up so unfortunately I paid 2500 for my 2007 but it's only done 38000 miles so I'm hoping it will pay me back over the years in reliability..
I actually have a follow up Jazz review (a manual from 2006 in the same specification) coming up next week, if you are interested... As you say, prices have risen over the past three years!
My grandmother brought her 2006 model year jazz brand new in NZ just in time for my parents wedding and I plan to buy it when I start to drive she has had the car longer than I've been alive just
I don't see how you could go wrong with one of these as a first car, especially if you know the history of it so well! They are famed for reliability, and this one in particular was in excellent condition.
Thankyou Mr Lloyd, have always wanted to see a jazz on your channel. Hopefully more Honda's to come in the future.
Oh indeed, sir! I do hope that I will be able to cover more Hondas on the channel again in the future. Thanks ever so much indeed again!
@@lloydvehicleconsulting If you are ever able to get your hands on an Honda Frv with its quirky three plus three seating arrangement it would make a very interesting review .
I had been pondering one but have been put off by the relatively high running costs.
Gosh, those are incredibly rare! I don't think that they are quite No Budget Reviews territory yet, but they may be in a couple of years.
Hi
Thanks for good honest cars at affordable prices.
I've owned 4 of these gems
They are really a Tardis!
I had 3 manuals all 1.3 all suffered premature gearbox bearing wear.
Recently I have an Auto /CVT It's done 123k gear change was erratic changed cvt fluid it's fine now.
The boot is massive due to the Petrol tank being located under the front seats.
Well, I am really pleased that you enjoyed the video! This was a surprise hit, filmed in less than 45 minutes just as I happened to be in the area, but one of the most popular reviews on my channel.
The car was ever so cleverly thought out, truly Honda at their best. The CVT gearbox in this car seemed fine, although I know some people don't really like them.
I had a 1.4 civic, which suffered the gearbox bearing failure. Apparently it was a very common fault with that engine that came about when Honda changed bearing suppliers. I was also told that Honda refused to accept there was an issue & would only rectify vehicles that were fully Honda serviced with low miles.
The magic seat arrangement in the Jazz is absolutely fantastic. The only thing I've driven that's even near as versatile is the Yaris Verso. Why oh why haven't more manufacturers copied this? It should be standard on every hatchback.
I think that that is was some kind of patented thing, from what I understand. Maybe no one else wanted to have bother making something similar, silly though that sounds!
They are an excellent feature but very expensive to engineer and produce, also the whole floorpan needs remodeling and the fuel tank has to go under the front seats.
Yay! Another popular car in New Zealand! A friend of mine drives one! Thanks!
It was also popular over here, and there are lots and lots of these still providing reliable service. They probably were only hindered by being quite expensive when new.
I had a 2006 Jazz Mk1 from new as a lease car. They are so reliable, roomy and clever. Good find. (I still have a Jazz, my third, never had a single issue). Absolutely superb example, my compliments to the owner. It looks pristine.
Thank you ever so much indeed for watching and commenting! Yes, prices of decent Mark I Jazzes are rising at the moment for the reasons you mention.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting I have a 2013 Mk2, and while I'm thinking of getting the hybrid one your buddy at Planet Auto reviewed so well, recently, I'm happy with my old one for the time being. They're great cars to live with: reliable, comfortable, nice to drive, and I've moved house twice in mine, had double mattresses and all sorts in the back. The rear seats fold completely flat (the fuel tank is under the front seats) and create a van-like loading bay in seconds.
Yes, Mr Quirk loved that brand new Jazz, didn't he? I have driven a couple of second generation ones too, and they are also excellent. As you say, the practicality for a car that size is virtually second to none.
Wow, what a nice example!
I love the seat upholstery (I'm easily pleased).
David kept it absolutely immaculate. I was amazed at the condition. It's one of the few cars I have filmed for No Budget Reviews where it looks even better in real life than on video.
A very clean Jazz. A friend of mine has one (not the sport) and it is immensely practical.
Oh yes, sir! This was an absolutely brilliant example, couldn't believe that mileage. It's the definition of sensible, practical and reliable motoring for not an awful lot of money!
@@lloydvehicleconsulting They are a very good value car. This one has such a low mileage! I like the clever storage facilities it has :D
@@FuelPower, it's showing 85,000, but I suppose that is low for the year. Yes, all sorts of clever practicality features.
This is a very well cared vehicle, someone who took pride in the ownership of this vehicle.
I'm sure people will love this if they clean homes, because you can stuff it full of cleaning supplies and the Hoover (or whatever vacuum one uses) and yet still have good visibility for driving.
I also noticed an AUX port by the 12 volt socket, could be for MP3 player.
The next person who does own this I do hope they keep this as spotless at it is now!
Yes, on this top specification post-facelift model, you did get an AUX input as standard. David keeps it in absolutely amazing condition too!
It would make sense for a professional house cleaner to have one, as the magic seats would make loading in a vacuum cleaner, for example, really, really easy. Glad you enjoyed it!
You don't need to remove the rear headrests to fold the rear seats. It's all been carefully designed. Slide front seat fully forward using a lever thoughtfully placed where you can easily reach it from rear cabin. Fold rear seat without removing headrest. Slide front seat back, and the rear headrest fits conveniently under the front seat.
This is an absolutely ancient video I filmed in 35 minutes... I am surprised it still gets any views at all. I have a much better video on a manual Jazz Sport of this generation that I released last year.
Many thanks Joseph (Joe?) for this video. I'm looking at a first-gen Jazz. I can't believe how tidy this particular example looks. 👍
From 2007, all SE and Sport models came with electric folding mirrors, but I can't believe Honda added mirror-integrated indicators to the Jazz in 2004, well before Ford decided to do it with the 2004-2011 Focus. That surprised me actually.
For reference, the boot space in the Jazz is 353 L, which makes it 11% smaller than that of a Focus (same age), and 24% larger than the equivalent Fiesta, despite the dimensions of the Jazz equalling the Fiesta. With the Magic Seats folded down, the boot space becomes 1,323 L, which is 6% more than the Focus.
Thank you, Dylan! This video was filmed in quite a rush after a 200 or so mile journey. I can't believe how much interest it still gets. This is quite a late Mark I Jazz, as I think production finished in 2008 for our market.
David's car was in ridiculous condition, you can't buy something like this (if you ever could) for No Budget Reviews money any more as prices have risen considerably since I filmed this. I think we are approaching 100 episodes of No Budget Reviews now.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting No problem mate. The one I'm looking at is a 57 plate 1.4 SE (manual) model with 95k on the clock in black. Advertised for £850, and I've paid for a full HPI check. We're just trying to organise a date and time now as this New Years has created even more bank holidays than usual! 😂
I believe the second-gen model was released in 2008 as you say, but a lot of those still sell for a few grand at least. Ideally it would make a nicer car I think, but I can't afford that right now so I'm thinking that perhaps a late first-gen might be the best compromise. It should be recall-free unlike the earliest models, and includes a refined interior with better ride quality and materials, plus up-to-date (for the time at least!) features like those electric-folding mirrors, side airbags, and more options as standard.
I've just watched your video on the Mk6 Fiesta, and I noticed that you mentioned the Jazz there too. My mum has an 03 plate 1.4 Zetec (with the Zetec S engine), and I really do like how it drives. This might be an uncommon opinion, but I prefer the styling of the lights on the pre-facelift as well. 👍
I'll be sticking around, by the way! I've enjoyed the videos I've watched so far. 🙂
@@DylRicho , thank you for subscribing to the channel! I have something like 800 videos now, and around 200 of those are reviews, although about 50% of them are No Budget Reviews as they prove relatively popular and inexpensive to make. We have other formats too, such as Tweed Jacket Reviews, Sensible Secondhand Reviews/Classics, Contingency Reviews and the slightly mysterious Slightly Shambolic SMMT Reviews...
£850 is quite cheap for a decent Mark I Jazz these days. I have driven the Mark II, and it is a bit nicer, but it is also a bit bigger. The Mark VI Fiesta is most certainly a popular cheap secondhand car, and they are nice to drive. They start at some very low prices indeed.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Hi Joseph, just wanted to update you on my car situation! So, I managed to find a 2008 Jazz (still the same shape as this one) for £400 that needs a new clutch. Everything inside works, there's no corrosion, and it has the original cat (for which I'll be buying a protector shield). It's done a little over 100k miles. I'm going to replace the clutch and get a spare rear bumper as well due to some major scratches that are really the only thing about it that spoil it appearance wise. I believe a new clutch kit is around £100, so I think this was quite a bargain!
@@DylRicho , glad you have managed to find something which suits you. You are wise to protect the catalytic converter if you can.
Excellent, practical, cheap, easy to drive car: 5doors, magic seats, Honda (made in Japan) build quality & reliability. Bought an ‘05 SE auto, 92K miles, two lady owners, 12 month MOT in March ‘19 for £825. Bashed up, bits missing but mechanically sound & recently serviced. Needed a (Honda) transmission fluid flush. No problems two years later. Watch out for water ingress to hatch from cracked seals and sticking handbrake.
Thank you ever so much indeed for watching! Yes, as you say, definitely in No Budget Reviews territory now, although this example was almost immaculate and is worth a bit more. David keeps it in excellent condition, and they just run and run if serviced correctly. I have heard about those seals....
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Great idea to help the wary through the minefield of cheap, used car buying. Good luck! Have followed HJ for 15 years but didn’t like the latest laddish video. Used to live in States, I follow Scotty Kilmer on YT who I like so much because he’s straight and no nonsense. I have a similar mechanic in UK. I live on a Greek island.
@@alanpascoe5821 , yes, we started No Budget Reviews about 18 months ago as a method of filming cars very cheaply as we had run out of money for other content which was filmed and edited properly (DSLR cameras, decent audio equipment, skilled editing), and so we just sort of fell into it, really. I know Honest John and Scotty Kilmer's channels. My mechanic runs a channel called The Rubbish Mechanic where he spreads his considerable knowledge too. Interesting that you live on a Greek Island!
I'm with you in that I find it difficult to believe that it has covered 85,000 miles. To say the car has been treated with kid gloves is an understatement, very clean and well appointed given the model year. You would hit the goldmine if that came up for £1,000. Another great video😊👍👍
It is absolutely amazing, the complete opposite of the Citroën C3 which you would have seen yesterday. David really looks after it! It doesn't seem to have covered anything like that mileage, does it?
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Yes the C3 video was hilarious but for £50 a road legal bargain.
Absolutely, fantastic car for £50, but nevertheless it was a little bit dangerous... I think that he got more back in scrap value than he paid for it!
27 M, haven't done my driving test yet (I even let my provisional licence expire, shame on me) but I am in love with this car - the rear seats are so useful for carrying paddling and camping gear too!
Thank you ever so much indeed for watching and commenting! Yes, they are fascinating little cars, although prices of nice ones like this are starting to go up now.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting I have noticed - I'm seeing them between the £1500 and £3000 mark on Autotrader
@@lloydvehicleconsulting the design and engineering teams at Honda that originally designed these models can be proud of that
@@jayrap94 , I couldn't have put it better myself!
The first generation jazz is the best version of jazz for me. Very compact, reliable, utilitarian and just enough useful power. The newer ones have grown bigger like a minivan
The Mark III Jazz which followed this (I have also driven one of those) is a bit slower, as I think these are a bit heavier. The Mark V (which I tested last year) still isn't a massive car, really. The 2002-8 models are known as the Mark II in the UK, as we also got a Jazz in the 1980s, which was a rebadged Honda City.
Mine is the base 2004 one with the external boot lock visible. Nice car with a cam - chain engine as you will know. Only dramatic hiccup was the door & tailgate lock barrels wearing out, and the air - bag and electric window recall last year. The tailgate lock barrel points downwards & so tends to get worn if not used carefully when unlocking from deadlocking.
Oh ... and how did we ever get to losing the last line of defence otherwise known as the chipped ignition key ?
Not sure about demise of the chipped ignition key, but this Mark I Jazz is a fantastic car even these days. You are right, it's not a perfect car, but they are remarkably hardy for their time. Thank you ever so much indeed for watching, this has been a surprisingly popular video!
Thank you for this. Looking for a bargain/reliable car, and this is the car I have been looking at.. Gone for one in metalic blue. Hopefully it will be delivered tomorrow.
No, thank you for watching the video! When buying any secondhand car, regardless of what it is and how much it costs, it is best to check both the car and paperwork very carefully, so just make sure that everything is working and the paperwork is all together before you part with the money. Hope it works out well for you!
@@lloydvehicleconsulting OK, will do. Thanks for the advice.
No problem at all, I find cars for clients on a professional basis, so if you need any help, do let me know....
@@lloydvehicleconsulting , aww, I see. I wish I had found you earlier. But definitely for my next car, I will bear that in mind for sure. Thank goodness I broadened my mind a bit. I was so stuck on a nissan juke (a used one) but just I just dont want to go into debt. So I want to clear my remaining debts whilst driving what I can afford right now. And these hondas seem to be really good reliable cars, from what am hearing and looking at their MOT history reports.
Where are you based? I am in west London. :)
@@Cookie-y1d , I did a job in West London fairly recently, actually, although I am based in Hampshire. The thing is that any car can break down at any time (even new ones), and with the older ones they can be one bill away from being uneconomical to repair, even ones which are generally reliable like a Honda Jazz, so reliability can never be 100% guaranteed on anything, despite the fact that people say that the first priority they have is reliability. That goes without saying, who wants to keep breaking down! This is why any car needs to be carefully checked. I wouldn't buy a Nissan Juke, they aren't bad to drive, but there are a lot of better choices out there. I reviewed one on the channel in 2019, and wasn't very impressed.
Excellent review as always. Beautiful area, I know the Silverdale Arnside part of the world quite well . Always thought Honda’s at least as good as their Mercedes Audi equivalents even at the bottom of the range , one of the reasons I drive an Accord.
Yes, fantastic area to be filming No Budget Reviews! Shame that I was stuck behind someone else, really... Very, very good car as well, probably one of the best little cars available for the money and the Accord was a pretty good car too!
Great Video,keep up the good work!
We have something like 150 episodes of No Budget Reviews on one of the channel playlists if you fancy seeing some more! This one was done in an awful hurry. Thank you ever so much indeed again!
The nicest Jazz 2002-2007 is the one in Vivid Pearl Blue or Yellow, both colors also very popular with people seeking to customize their cars. :D
Steering is electic. Hydraulic steering is heavier. The electric steering helps enough that at low speeds its as if the resistance isn't there.
Don't worry about it having no frills, ghetto satnav setups are easy to add and you do get an aux jack in the vehicle (which is rare for cars of that era!)
This isn't really the most comfortable of vehicles. I mean, it's nice that the vehicle encourages you to sit bolt upright and has the proper support for that position, but you do hear and feel the road. If you find the racket not good for you or your passenger, then consider a Toyota Corolla (Altis) from the same era, should be around the same price; not as manuverable or fun to drive tho.
It's common to find models with broken power folding mirrors and the "iDSI" labelling on the engine cover gone; don't let these dissuade you if the power mirror adjusting works, the vehicle doesn't leak and the rest of the car works fine.
People prefer the manual version and I understand (VTEC), but the iDSI auto version isn't half bad. You take >12 seconds to get to 60mph but it can stay there once it gets there, and you get off stop surprisingly fast for an automatic with only 82HP..
Yes the sport looks stunning in yellow, hard to find though.
The automatic gearbox was much better than I was expecting. It was just a shame that I had limited time with the car and was not able to drive it for longer, although the scenery was excellent. These have to be amongst the best small cars on the secondhand market for under £1000 if you can find a decent one.
@@David_H-73 managed to snap one up for my wife after searching for awhile. Don't think we will ever sell it as very tidy with only 85,000kms on it. Shame the yellow plastic bumpers fade a bit compared to the rest of the car.
@@christopherjohnston6343 great you found a yellow one, is it a sport. Its a good around car with so much space inside. Try Meguiars ultimate compound on the bumpers ( and the bodywork) it should bring them back with a bit of hard work. I got it in Halfords, enjoy your car.
@@David_H-73 thanks for the tip!
Wife has a Honda jazz 1.4 2008 sport... Not one problem up to now very reliable.
I think that these are actually holding their value very well now as they are such decent cars.
Fascinating tech on these cars. I want one. Good review. Pete 🇬🇧
Thanks very much indeed, Pete! Probably one of the best small cars available for under £1000 in this country, I was really impressed with it, and this is a fantastic example.
does it have cambelt? i believe its timing chain im i wrong?
Yes, it has a timing chain. This is a really old video now, I am afraid, I am surprised that it gets so many views.
I've been looking at getting one of these in Automatic. Is the car noisy compared to regular cars with it being CVT or not?
It's not too bad, actually. I was expecting much worse. Mind you, this one was in absolutely exceptional condition for its age.
The CVT Jazz is very pleasant to drive and if driven with a moderate throttle it's not that noisy. There is a fair bit of road noise on the motorway, but as a town car its perfect and quite nippy.
I've Honda Jazz 2007 and Toyota Yaris 2015 and trust me, Toyota Yaris 2015 automatic is noisy as compare to Honda Jazz Automatic 2001-2008.
Like this jazz model than the newer ones
I don't know whether this or the second generation looks better...
My aunt has had two of these. Currently on a 11 plate. She loves it. She’s thought of changing it a few times however at 9 years old and less than 30k mi there is no point.
Ah yes, the good old Jazz! No need to replace it if it has done such low mileage, they can clearly give many years of trouble free motoring.
This is the most well maintained first generation Honda Jazz I’ve ever seen. Looks like brand new in and out. Most of the first gen I’ve seen are so neglected and looks too abused.
You absolutely cannot buy one like this for under £1000, they seem to have actually gone up price quite considerably in the last four years!
Does it have a phone charger port?
There is no USB socket, but there is a cigarette lighter.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting You can charge your phone using that right?
Yes, you just need an adapter.
Nice review. Not seen any 2007 models for £1k though. Covid increase? :)
The earlier ones are available for under £1000 still, but this late pre-facelift one is worth a fair bit more than that now...
Although it might be spacious it’s not fun to drive or comfortable at all. You will always be jumping around in your seat because the suspension doesn’t smoothen out any bumps.
I didn't find it that bad. I have driven far worse, and the mount I use will show if the suspension is really firm as it will be jumping around everywhere, and this was all right. I had heard that the ride was firm, and it had a bit of an edge to it, but compared with some of the other stuff I have done from this era, like a Vauxhall Corsa C, it was OK.
I have the same car and still watching this and I have no scratches either just rust ima try get that removed
Yes, I filmed a manual one of these for No Budget Reviews in May this year. That was a little bit rusty, but it doesn't matter, does it?
Chain not cambelt on the 1.4 👍🏼
There are actually two 1.4 engines (although one is really a 1.3), it depends which one...
I hate cambelts, always need changing when the cost of such a change is normally half the value of the car. If only makers could make it easier and not give you a 2 inch space which makes it very difficult.
Is this car good for long distance drive?
I found the seats to be very comfortable and the car is very capable on a long drive. Depending on the road surface there is a fair bit of tyre noise and the soundproofing could be better. I would recommend you try one if possible.
Still can't believe how popular this video has been.
what is the fuel economy of this particular car ?
Not really sure, probably around 40 mpg?
I get around 46mpg but I don't do a lot of town driving.
I like the Jazz, nice interior, good looking dash.
Decent room as well, I think I’d go for the manual version over the automatic.
That one looks in very good condition, the owner obviously looks after it well.
I did think the engines in these are Camchain? As opposed to a cambelt.
I’ve seen these for sale between £4-600, but as you said that one would be over a £1000.
Good review again Mr Lloyd
The engine in this one is a cambelt, I don't recall what the other one is... It is in exceptional condition, definitely not a £500 car. Most would go for the manual, I think, although the automatic wasn't as bad as I was expecting. Glad you enjoyed it!
@@lloydvehicleconsulting what auto gearbox is it, CVT or “Normal” Autobox?
@@willswheels283 , it is a CVT, I believe.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Ah right ok, I thought it might be, same box that’s on my R3 200.
@@willswheels283 , it's not the same CVT gearbox, as it has seven simulated speeds, but it is the same principal.
I apologise for flitting about the older videos catching up. I always rated the Jazz as a class act. The only criticism I ever heard was the firm ride. I have seen this Sport model before and didn't realise it was a model. I thought it was a people adding on accessories.
Yes, the ride was actually fine from what I could experience. I have had much worse in modern cars than this. Gosh, I positively encourage people watching the older videos from the No Budget Reviews and Tweed Jacket Reviews playlists, no need to apologise! Definitely the best version of this Mk I Jazz, although I would need a manual gearbox if it were my car.
I had issues with my disc brakes regularly. And the manual transmission started to whine after Just 60000 kilometers and eventually had to be replaced after just 90000 km. After just a year there was moist in the back. But still miss the 2005 made in Japan version because of the engine and the overall package. It was expensive to buy and more expensive to keep on the road than expected.
What a car, love it!
Drove a manual one in 2023 as well, although this one was in better condition.
wow, 85000k miles! they must of been a car detailer, how come the binnacles are spotless, and how come the the switches, buttons, and seat are like they've never been touched!
I don't know, David just keeps it in superb condition, I think... Must also be very hard wearing car!
Can attest that most Japanese makes are like that, buttons that are still factory-legible even after 10+ years of use and a dash that only needs a wet wipe to clean. Minimal effort is basically enough to just merely get lint in your cupholders. You literally have to work to break the parts that aren't meant to be detached, to have something die in the back seat for it to be permanently stained.
@@GreatChicken2 , yes, I couldn't believe the mileage on this car. David really looks after it, but nothing has melted, discoloured or fallen off in that time.
Good review but I am sceptical on that car costing 1 k or below if the mileage is below 100k or so automatic cars are more expensive than manuals I’ve been buying autos all my life
Often on No Budget Reviews I get offered an example of car which is far nicer than average and is worth a bit more than £1000. This is the case here, and was for numerous other episodes such as the Maestro Vanden Plas, MG TF, Suzuki Grand Vitara and others. Sometimes the car is in a bit of state, and definitely worth less than £500, such as the Volvo 240, Rover 214 and Ford Scorpio. The main point is that you can buy an example of one of these cars with an MOT in reasonable condition for under £1000, which is definitely the case with a Jazz, particularly a manual. I can only review what I get offered on the whole, so I can't always be too picky about whether or not the car in front of me would exceed the budget or not. I hope that makes sense.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting no I totally understand keep up the great reviews I myself drive a 2002 mk4 golf for past 4 years and is done me proud no major issues apart from the alternator going the other day 😂
@@TheGreatestPlayerInTheWorld , oh dear, I hope that isn't too much of a problem. I remember having to get a new alternator for my 2003 Seat Leon 1.4 S (probably the same part). When the alternator went in Ian Seabrook's Rover 75 diesel, that was a right palaver. We love popular classic, brand new and really cheap secondhand cars on this channel equally, that is what gives us a bit of a unique mix.
Thanks for the video! Appreciated :)
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it! Got lots of other No Budget Reviews on my channel as well (in fact, there is a whole playlist of them) if you are interested.
Very good cars them, good engines, good everything apart from the standard bulbs and brakes which are easy enough to get sorted lol, I prefer a manual than an auto
This car has been surprisingly popular on RUclips for some reason. Thank you ever so much indeed for watching, still very much in demand these days.
If anyone needs advice on this car, i own a 2007 jazz since new.
You must like it, then!
@@lloydvehicleconsulting its more of a love hate relationship😂😂😂😂😂
@@christiann7320 , oh really? Why is that?
@@lloydvehicleconsulting I live in a place that gets a lot of salt on the road, making the car rust fast. The Jazz in particular as it is not protected from factory as some German cars are. The boot leaks, it rains in it, the auto transmission judders. But other than that, it never failed me. In 14 years, it is still a strong daily. Too bad about the rust and water leakage and judder.
@@christiann7320 , yes, I have heard about boot leaks in a Mark I Jazz/Fit. They certainly do rust a bit faster than some other cars, don't they?
Useful video.
Thank you very much indeed! It's a very old video now, and it was done in a terrible rush, but I suppose it does the job.
@@lloydvehicleconsultingthinking of buying one as a first car especially
with the versatility. Great video.
Glad it was useful to you.
Nice review. Just bought Jazz 2008, white color, 1.3 engine. Drives not that good as my wife's toyota yaris 2009. Stearing is very good.
Thank you for watching, glad you enjoyed the review! Am hoping to film a Yaris of that generation on the channel at some point soon.
The 1.4 is actually a 1339cc engine which is why it's known as a 1.3 internationally. It will be marketed as a 1.4 in Europe to differentiate it from the 1.2 litre (1246cc) even though there's less than 100cc difference between the engines.
Shame you didn't get the 1.5L VTEC. Not fast but plenty peppy while being nearly as good on fuel.
Yes, I remember all this from having done the research before I filmed the video two years ago. It's almost 1000cc difference, not 100cc difference, by the way. I have no idea why this gets so many views, it's nothing special in terms of a video, really.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting I think Honda Jazz/Fit just don't have a lot of video content in English
@@christopherjohnston6343 , do you know, that could just be the reason...
Not sure how a 81bhp automatic can have the moniker 'Sport'. The interior and dash does seem appealingly designed mind.
It's a really lovely car and this video was a surprise hit on the channel. Misleading trim level name aside, this car was in fantastic condition until David sold it recently. Not sure what has happened to it since!
I thought the Jazz has a timing chain,no cambelt to change 👍👍
We had a lengthy discussion about this on the day, as petrols Hondas with cambelts were rare by 2007. We actually think that it does have a cambelt or some kind of hybrid arrangement.
I have just checked the Haynes manual and UK jazzes with the i-DSi engine does indeed have a timing chain. Other engines were fitted in other markets so I would check with a Honda dealer first.
@@David_H-73 , thank you, sir!
I have this car, well not this exact ond but very similiar and mine is manual
Thank you for watching! Yes, I would like to drive a manual one as well, I think.
@@lloydvehicleconsulting I can confirm the gearbox is silky smooth at 100k mileage
Yes, I can well believe it!
I like the alloys
They are pretty good, aren't they?
@@lloydvehicleconsulting Yep
It’s very safe...
It got 2 stars in 04
Don't recall if I talked about safety or not in the video, I am afraid...
I am not sure what test you are referring to but Euro NCAP gave it 4 stars in 2004.
@@David_H-73 I’m talking specifically about the side impact because he mentioned side airbags...
now a day 2k-2.5k.....
They seem to have gone up quite a lot in the year since I filmed this...
As far as I know it is chain driven no cam belt
Yes, I think that it is, can't believe that this ancient video gets so many views.
No budget? I think the budget was up to 1000 pounds, right?
It's the budget used to buy the equipment needed to film the video, which was virtually nothing in this case (and it shows).
Fuel tank is fullllllll......:D :D :D
It certainly was!
Nice car for 1000
They generally aren't £1000 in this sort of condition four years later.
I've just been offered a mint one.
I just can't get past the pug ugly uninspiring styling though.
No Honda looks good to my eyes.
And that interior looks really cheap and nasty.
I suppose styling is always a matter of taste. I think the rear of the jazz was its worst aspect. The interior is a 20 year old design now and although it is made from hard plastics they are a good quality and well screwed together.
I am ever so sorry, but once again the RUclips algorithm seems to have hidden your comment for almost two years, so please accept my apologies for being slow to respond!
I bought a used 2010 fit and it has been nothing but a piece of shiit. Trans went out, coils go out about every 6 months or less, radiator broke 4 times , all parts of air con9 times, various wiring 3 times, paint and clear coat fade down to primer in spots, I'll never buy a Honda again
The Fit/Jazz you are describing is the next generation model, not this one. I have a review of a 2012 example on the channel, which I filmed earlier this year (this video is four years old now). You are absolutely right about cooling system issues with the later models, unfortunately.