Used Honda Odyssey for Sale by Owner on Craigslist
Looking for a used Honda Odyssey? CraigsCars searches every Craigslist city at once, so you can compare Honda Odyssey listings from private sellers nationwide instead of browsing city by city. Below you will find live listings, the known weak points of the Odyssey, and a checklist for your test drive.
Used Honda Odyssey listings on Craigslist
Live results from Craigslist listings nationwide. Click a listing to open the original ad.
Loading listings…
What to check before buying a used Honda Odyssey
- Open and close every sliding door several times — power door motors are expensive.
- Check for fleet or commercial history and ask for maintenance records.
- Look for rust at the door sills, wheel arches and under the floor.
- For camper conversions, check electrical, water and roof penetrations for leaks.
- Run a VIN history report and compare the mileage with the odometer and the condition of the pedals, steering wheel and seats.
- Make sure the title is in the seller's name, is not salvage/rebuilt (unless priced accordingly), and has no lien.
Honda reliability: what owners should know
Avoid 2001–2004 Civics and 2003–2004 Accord/Odyssey V6 models with automatic transmissions unless the transmission was replaced. Early CVTs need regular fluid changes. 2016–2018 Civic and CR-V 1.5L turbo engines can suffer oil dilution in cold climates. Check that timing belts were done on V6 models (every ~100,000 miles).
How to get a good price on a used Odyssey
Compare several Honda Odyssey listings with similar year and mileage before contacting sellers — searching all Craigslist cities at once gives you a realistic picture of the market. Private sellers usually leave 5–10% room to negotiate. Point to concrete issues (tires, brakes, upcoming services) found during inspection to justify your offer. See our full negotiation guide.
Other used Honda models
- Honda Civic
- Honda Accord
- Honda CR-V
- Honda Pilot
- Honda Fit
- Honda Ridgeline
- Honda Element
- Honda HR-V
- Honda Insight
- Honda S2000
Find a used Odyssey in your city
- Los Angeles, CA
- New York City, NY
- Chicago, IL
- Houston, TX
- Dallas, TX
- Phoenix, AZ
- San Antonio, TX
- San Diego, CA
- Philadelphia, PA
- Austin, TX
- Miami, FL
- Atlanta, GA
- Seattle, WA
- Denver, CO
- Sacramento, CA
- Portland, OR
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a used Honda Odyssey for sale by owner?
This page searches Craigslist listings from every US city for the Honda Odyssey. Results include private sellers and dealers; look for "by owner" listings to avoid dealer fees.
What should I look out for on a used Honda Odyssey?
Popular minivan. Avoid early-2000s transmissions; 2011+ models are much better. Check power sliding doors.
Is it safe to buy a Honda Odyssey on Craigslist?
Yes, if you meet in a public place, verify the title and the seller's ID, never wire money or use gift cards, and get a pre-purchase inspection. Read our guide on avoiding Craigslist car scams for details.