Comment on Detroit Auto Show: 2009 Honda Pilot Unveiled I waited and waited for the first generation Pilot to look better, better, better! This is a marginally improved styling attempt on ultra conservatism which will age well, however producing little emotion along the way; a vivid example of pure,100% Honda philosophy (that works and sells!). The new Pilot has many "traditional (old) Japanese styling school" details which lack sophistication. The second generation CRV had a purposeful, upright and clean look; the deteriorated third gen now comes with French curves in the rear quarters and an ugly, bulgy butt. The new Accord is bland and substandard in appearance to the Camry (think Ford Galaxy). I was going to "wait out" for a 2009 Pilot (hoping the changeover would happen in MY 2008) but purchased a Tahoe Z-71 and won't look back....I can accept four mpg less for more torque, more room and a little more "macho" and style. My wife may strong-arm me into replacing her 2005 Acura RL with the new Pilot. Styling be damned, Hondas are lovely inside, have the best engines in the world, and that intangible "Hondaness" that places the marque in an exclusive (and successful) place all of its own. **************Planning your summer road trip? Check out AOL Travel Guides. (http://travel.aol.com/travel-guide/united-states?ncid=aoltrv00030000000016)

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