1997 Acura CL Consumer Discussions

Acura CL Transmission Problems

• Report Acura 2.3 CL Trans problem to Acura

  Written by: scraw33 on Feb 21, 2011 12:04:37 PM

  There are several models in 1997 to 2001 and possibly others that are having unusual transmission problems with low mileage and regular upkeep. My Acura is a 1999 CL 2.3 136k, I'm the original owner and have had regular maintenance done. The car was babied for it's entire life, looks new inside and out, yet has a transmission that surges at start and stop. While researching the issue it appears Honda ... Read More

Acura CL Gas Mileage

• Re: Acura CL MPG: Real World Numbers [claires]

  Written by: Havybaby on Feb 1, 2009 7:13:56 AM

  Original owner of a 1997 Acura CL 3.0. City 21, Highway 25. 195,000 miles and still going strong!

Acura CL Care and Maintenance

• Rust on the rear wheel well arche on Acura 3.0 CL

  Written by: mycl30 on Jun 19, 2008 2:39:12 PM

  Hi, I have AN Acura 3.0 Cl 1997. Two years ago, I had a very tiny rust came fron the inside rear wheel well. I spent $400 to fix it. The body garage tech. told me to remove the rubber protection strips on both rear wheel wells and put in the protection clear tape on the rea wheel well lips instead to prvent from the rust comes back. He said that ... Read More

• Acura may fix throttle body for free

  Written by: happyheart on Jan 8, 2007 10:40:19 PM

  My engine light went on (1997, CL 2.2, 67,000 miles) and car's book indicated it would be an emissions problem. While Acura dealer service rep was waiting for authorization from extended warranty company, he instead found that the problem (THROTTLE BODY part) was covered under a bulletin/(recall?) from Acura for 1995-97 models. That covered the $770 part/labor. I got the feeling that had rep not been waiting for extended warranty authorization ... Read More

Acura CL Transmission Problems

• 1997 Acura CL trans prob?

  Written by: dubb_cl on Sep 5, 2006 9:13:21 PM

  Does anyone know FOR SURE if the 97 CL was affected w/ the bad transmission or not? Sincerely, Warren

Acura CL

• Congratulations excl2005

  Written by: ibmindless on Feb 17, 2004 12:23:57 PM

  The 2003 EX is a good, practical choice. I also bought the CL-S for practicality & reliability reasons. I had a 1997 Acura Integra. The Integra was a fabulous car, but I wanted something a bit more regal. I wanted something quieter, a little more luxurious, and a little bigger. However, my #1 concern was reliability. With the exception of the tranny, I've had the reliability. The biggest push for me ... Read More

Acura CL Transmission Problems

• 2001 Acura CL 3.2 transmission fixes - temporary or the real deal?

  Written by: excl2005 on Feb 14, 2004 8:50:57 AM

  I've contacted two Acura dealerships in my town about their 2001 Acura CL 3.2s in stock and this model’s well-known, defective transmission problem. Both dealerships have stated that their 2001 Acura CL 3.2s have new transmissions. However, I never did follow up with the question as to whether these new transmissions were temporary, stopgaps or totally redesigned transmissions that fixed the original problem. My worse fear is that these are rebuilt ... Read More

Acura CL

• 1997 Acura CL with 95000miles

  Written by: twhan on Jul 16, 2003 9:29:50 AM

  I am looking at a 1997 Acura CL with 95000 miles. The owner is asking for $8900. She has been taking of the car(as she said) and have just done the 90000 service includes timing belts. What do you guys think of the car and price? How many miles will it last? Any thoughts?

• Infiniti v.s. Car & Driver

  Written by: umc1994 on Oct 1, 2002 7:04:07 PM

  Here's where I'm coming from (long but thorough), I own the CL b/c I couldn't find a Nissan dealer in 1997 who would sell me a Maxima SE for less than the CL 3.0. I like that Nissan is widening the gap between the Maxima and the I35 (which I also really like for 2002). But a couple weeks ago was the first time I ever went to an Infiniti dealer ... Read More

• Trying to Understand Acura's Path

  Written by: umc1994 on Sep 29, 2002 7:49:54 AM

  Hello there - 'first time writer long time reader'. I'm the proud owner of a 1997 Acura CL 3.0. At the time I had enough money for either the 2.3 w/ leather or the 3.0 with cloth - since leather doesn't pass well on Chicago's expressways, I opted for the 3.0. Now 5 years old and 115,000 miles, the thing just keeps going and is just as quick as when I ... Read More

• For sale: '97 Acura CL 3.0 Premium

  Written by: nitinputcha on Oct 1, 2001 1:16:20 PM

  Hi, Forgive me if this is against posting policy. I wish to offer my 1997 Acura CL 3.0 Premium for sale. I'm a private owner in the process of moving. Details: Automatic, Dark Red color, 48,750 miles, power steering/moonroof/locks/windows/brakes/drivers seat. ABS, Dual Side Airbags, Side Mirrors defogger, Seat heater (both Passenger & Driver seats), Leather Interior (Black), Premium alloy Wheels, Bose CD player, Stereo. Dealer Maintained with all records. Full 10 ... Read More

• Re: CL Nose Mask

  Written by: Evandermel on Jun 22, 2001 1:33:34 PM

  Fastdriver, From my experience, I would not be too concerned with a nose mask on the CL. The design of the car results in about 85% fewer stone chips on the hood and grill than that award winning predecessor of yours did. Also, my dealings with A&H since 1997 have found them to be very customer sat oriented, they have always done me right. They market real Honda/Acura stuff at good ... Read More

• Interseted in a 3.0 CL

  Written by: ddg2 on Oct 2, 2000 7:22:09 PM

  I CURRENTLY OWN A 1995 INFINITI G20. ALTHOUGH I HAVE HAD GOOD LUCK WITH THIS CAR AND LOVE THE HANDLING, THE ACCELERATION IS A LITTLE SLOW. I AM LOOKING AT A USED 3.0 CL (A 1997) AND ALSO A '97 CADILLAC CATERA. AT THIS POINT I AM LEANING TOWARD THE CL BECAUSE OF ITS SPORTIER APPEARANCE AND FROM WHAT I HAVE HEARD, BETTER RELIABILITY. I WAS WONDERING IF ANYONE COULD GIVE ... Read More