2001 Acura CL Consumer Discussions

Acura CL Transmission Problems

• Re: 2001 Acura CL 3.2 transmission fixes - temporary or the real deal? [excl2005]

  Written by: singhanup on Oct 26, 2009 9:00:17 PM

  Hi, I have a 1999 Acura CL 3.0 and its transmission just died. I just drove this for 130K miles and provided this is a Japanese car I am shocked to see this issue. I will never by an Acura again.

• Re: Acura's handling of the transmission issue [stjohs]

  Written by: luvvgolf on Jul 23, 2009 6:16:07 PM

  I have been dealing with exactly the same issue on my 2001 Acura CLS. Did the recall gig, then several months later had to take it back in when it was under warranty because the transmission was slipping. They acknowledged that they got it to slip but told me I would have to keep bringing it back because they had to make it slip three times. But they said I had ... Read More

• 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

• Re: Acura's handling of the transmission issue [kateyed]

  Written by: stjohs on Aug 15, 2008 1:00:45 PM

  Well, this is my saga with the 2001 Cl. Had a new transmission placed under recall in 7/03 (dealership told me it was a new tranny because acura never uses old parts), my car had 28,000 mi. 8/11/08, 2nd transmission is shot with 65,000 mi on my car (37,000 mi on 2nd tranny). Also, that the car had a number of other issues including broken engine mounts (also replaced in 7/03. ... Read More

• Re: Acura's handling of the transmission issue [dmarcelino]

  Written by: roger83 on Sep 1, 2010 8:58:45 AM

  Hi - I own a 2001 CL and just replaced the transmission for $3,500+. Purchased new, the warranty shows 114,000 miles or 7 years. The dealer would not honor the warranty even though I have just 60,000 miles to date on the car because of the car's age. Did you have a warranty issue? Do you know if there is a way to get Acura to respond to honoring the mileage ... Read More

• Re: Acura's handling of the transmission issue [jessyb]

  Written by: dmarcelino on Feb 1, 2010 7:15:34 PM

  Today after I had just driven 240 miles away from home, my 2001 Acura CL's transmission went from working fine, to completely broken. Luckily, it went out two miles away from the Acura dealership (or could it be that my car was sneakily designed to break down within range of an Acura dealership.. hrmm..), so I slowly made it there while holding up rush hour traffic and learned it's going to ... Read More

Acura CL Care and Maintenance

• motor mounts

  Written by: gsurfer on May 18, 2009 7:05:36 PM

  I just got my son an acura cl 2001 and i need to replace the front left hand side motor mount , any advise or book i can get to help me with this repair ?

• CL brake warning light

  Written by: scubarx74 on Aug 14, 2008 7:31:51 AM

  I have a 2001 3.2 CL with around 135,000 miles on it. A few months ago I had my brakes checked. At the time, the dealer told me that I needed to have my rotors reshaped, but told me my brake pads were fine. (I thought at the time this was odd since the rotors really shouldn't warp unless my brake pads were worn). A couple months later, my brake warning ... Read More

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• Re: can't find a switch 2001 CL-S fog lights [mferdz]

  Written by: allcarsrcool on Aug 2, 2007 3:19:29 PM

  In my mother's acura MDX the foglight switch is between the door and the steering column... below the air vent... hope that helps you.. if not read the car's driver's manual

Acura CL Transmission Problems

• Re: Any Good CL Trannys? Yep. [stevebri]

  Written by: thegraduate on Jul 18, 2006 9:33:59 PM

  I have two different next-door neighbors (either side of my house) with Acura V-6s (one is a 2000 TL and the other is a 2001 CL). One has over 100k miles (TL), and the other has 81,000 miles (CL) and both are on original trannies. Not ALL Acura's have transmission troubles. BTW, in the "CL" family also resides a 2004 TSX, also trouble free (2.4L engine from same family as my ... Read More

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• No resale value on 2001 Acura CL

  Written by: zed421v on Feb 24, 2006 5:50:32 PM

  My wife has a 2001 CL with 13,500 miles. The car is in excellent shape. We are looking for a new car. We are finding the CL has no trade in value. The dealers are aware of the existing transmission problems, and claim the car is hard to resell. I have no problems with the car, but am wondering if I should sell it before extended trans warranty expires. Any opinions ... Read More

• ???//

  Written by: rhyan141 on Oct 13, 2005 5:30:55 PM

  how to replace front signal lights on my acura cl 2001? pls...... anyone help me on this?? thanks ........

• I Have...

  Written by: carguy58 on Sep 11, 2005 12:44:52 PM

  about 33,600 on my 02 CL(Base) that I bought in 2001 September. Its still on the original tranny. I know somebody at this place I used to work at and that person had an 02 TL(Base) and the tranny blew at 71K. Anyway no major problems mechanically with my car. Heard a tire blow a month ago and I had to buy a new tire. It blew up right was I ... Read More

• Re: 2nd Trans/ 21k Miles [sukinsyn]

  Written by: matty_p on May 9, 2005 3:06:12 PM

  sukinsyn: Dude, you are lucky. I am an owner of a 2001 CL Type S (which I really love), however, today I nearly crashed as my car (with my Mom inside) shifted from fifth at about 65 to second (I think). I actually felt the seatbelt - hard. This is my second transmission (first was replaced at 30,590) and I have 50K now. This is not good. I limped home (in ... Read More

Acura CL Transmission Problems

• Transmission Problem 2003 CL

  Written by: drcitrus on Mar 24, 2005 8:43:46 AM

  Acura has extended the warranty on the A/T and torque converter for all 2001 & 2002. Whether a 2003 CL is covered depends on the VIN. (See: Service Bulletin 02-027 dated 1/21/05 titled Warranty Extension : 3.2TL and 3.2CL Automatic Transmission (supercedes 02-027 dated 9/15/03) I have a 2003 CL that I purchased in August 2002. The transmission failed at 45389 miles. The first symptom was a slight slip between 2 ... Read More

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• Re: 2001 Acura CL [zed421v]

  Written by: bodble2 on Sep 20, 2004 4:54:59 PM

  My CL-S (now traded in for an '04 TL) got about 19 mpg in pure city driving, using imperial gallons. So I think that would translate to about 15 - 15.5 mpg using US gallons. So your 14 mpg is a little low, but not too far off. Maybe you have a heavy foot.

• 2001 Acura CL

  Written by: zed421v on Aug 16, 2004 7:47:42 AM

  I have a 2001 CL in Monterey Blue Pearl. I have never seen another CL in this color. I am very happy with the car. I only have 9,500 miles on it. Only complaint is I only get about 14 mpg in city. I detail the car once a month. This color really shines.

• CL Navigation System Problems

  Written by: acowner2 on May 17, 2004 8:31:45 PM

  I have an 2001 Acura CL Type-S with 62,000 miles on it. I've been having problems with my navigation system recently. The navigation system skips on and off over bumps and when I turn up the radio (I have two 10" subs in the trunk). It misreads that the door to the navigation unit is open when it isn't. I've had the sub for nearly a year and only recently began ... Read More

Acura CL Tires and Wheels

• tjbee1-

  Written by: fastdriver on Jun 12, 2002 2:16:30 PM

  tjbee1- I wouldn't quite call this group "active"! ;-)) Every so often it rises from the dead when I post that my 2001 CL-S is the best car I have ever owned! Then, I get "blasted" because I also forget to say that I have about 18 coats of Zaino on it too! http://www.zainobros.com My car is 15 months old. 15,500+ miles and not ONE problem! Overdue now for oil/filter change ... Read More

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• Automotive Recalls & Technical Service Bulletins for 2001 Acura CL

  Written by: excl2005 on Feb 24, 2004 6:00:01 PM

  I've ultimately decided to either buy the 2001 Acura CL TYPE-S or the 2003 Honda Accord EX V6, Coupe or the 2003 Toyota Camry Solara SLE V6, coupe. To be honest, I absolutely love the Acura but as the more research I do on this model the more I'm leaning away from it. Actually, I'm avoiding it like the plague! To all of the 2001 Acura CL TYPE-S owners out there, ... Read More

• Heard of too many problems with this model

  Written by: excl2005 on Feb 17, 2004 10:15:57 AM

  After reading countless stories of tranny problems and rotor replacements, I'm going with the 2003 Honda Accord EX, V6 coupe. Why buy a used 2001 Acura CL 3.2 with all its inherent problems, when I can get a used 2003 Honda Accord EX, V6 coupe with none for the same price? This is my rationale. ~D~

Acura CL Transmission Problems

• Re: tranny

  Written by: excl2005 on Feb 14, 2004 12:57:43 PM

  Thanks motokichi for the help. Yeah, I called back the Acura dealership with the three Acura CL 3.2s, each with 30K (+) miles on them, and he said "they all have rebuilt transmissions with new clutch paks," whatever that means. However, you said your acura dealer replaced your transmission with "all new, no re-build. The service manager said they don't even tear down the old tranny, just ship it back to ... Read More

• 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

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• Is it wise to buy a used Acura CL 3.2 Type-S Coupe?

  Written by: excl2005 on Feb 12, 2004 6:27:41 PM

  This may sound like a "no-brainier," but I'm trying to decide whether to buy the 2001 Acura CL 3.2 Type-S Coupe or the 2002 Honda Accord EX V6 Coupe. I'm also aware of the 2001 Acura CL's defective transmission and that Acura has extended its drive train warranty from 70K to 100K. However, I've also read the horror stories from Acura CL owners going through two or three transmissions and not ... Read More

• Accord cheaper??

  Written by: bc01cls on Aug 13, 2003 7:26:39 AM

  Actually, the new Accord coupe is right up there with the CL-S in price despite the CL having 20 more hp. I think Acura simply is the Buick division of Honda and as such, is better at selling 4 doors to businessman types. I'd bet if Honda came out with an RSX equivalent, Acura wouldn't sell 2 door coupes at all. Right now is a great time to buy a CL-S ... Read More

• Tranny Troubles, My 2 cents...

  Written by: alarmpro on May 29, 2003 6:51:11 PM

  My 2001 CL-S bought in March 2000 VIN 2667, was totally trouble free until I noticed a hesitation when shifting from 2 to 3 in auto mode. I took it to Acura and was told I would be getting a new tranny. In reality the old tranny was shifting from 2 to 4 and skipping 3. I was given a 2002 TL-S loaner and the tranny was replaced in 4 days. ... Read More

• 2001 Type S ...trouble-free at 25,000 miles

  Written by: luvmyacura on Jun 16, 2003 8:24:25 AM

  Hi all, It's been awhile since I posted (under dee35), so thought I would check in. Well, my bright red CL-S will hit 26,000 miles soon. Other than a few minor paint chips and scratches, I have had zero problems with this car. It rides like a dream and has tons of guts even on regular gas! I Zaino'd it about 18 months ago and it is still absolutely gorgeous! I ... Read More

• Transmission Problem

  Written by: alancls on Apr 17, 2003 12:52:05 PM

  My 2001 Acura CL-S hit 30000 miles last week and my wife heard some strange sounds from front-right bumper. I took the car to the dealer today. At first the service manager test drive the car and she told me everything is normal but I insist to have a technical guy try it. After the test drive, they keep the car and told me they will check it up. I got ... Read More

• From a CL owner:

  Written by: carguy58 on Feb 17, 2003 10:19:42 AM

  I have a 2002 Acura CL(base) with about 10,500 miles on it. Have done oil changes every 3,000. Thats a shame its going to be gone but what can you do. When I was looking at cars I wanted something that was nice looking no matter if it was a sports car or luxury car. I saw a CL on the road one time and decided to do a little research. ... Read More

• CL's future - 2004?

  Written by: nick62 on Feb 14, 2003 3:56:09 PM

  To leekva and basset3, Sadly, it looks like there won't be a 2004 CL, and that 2003 may well be the last of it. There have been no "official" announcements from Honda yet (they historically are very tight-lipped about things until the very last moments), but various bits of evidence collectively seem to point to this conclusion (gathered form the www.acura-cl.com site): - Someone who works inside the Acura CL plant ... Read More

• bummed out

  Written by: prefab on Feb 6, 2003 12:18:35 PM

  hello all. i had a master plan when i bought my 2001 cl in the summer of 2001. i had planned to keep this car for at least 10 years. there are more financial factors that go into the master plan that i will not divulge. weeks after i purchased the car, i sensed some slippage with the transmission. i brought the car in to the dealership immediately. the service manager ... Read More

• Foglights - 2002 vs 2003

  Written by: mjc440 on Feb 1, 2003 6:09:46 PM

  Does anyone out there know why Acura pulled the foglights from the 2003 CL? The 2001-02 CLs had foglights - the 2003 has just a blank space there. The 2003 TL still has them.

• car shopping

  Written by: climatecontrol on Feb 1, 2003 1:28:45 AM

  Hello room, I just wanted to ask a question. I have a friend in the market for a newer car under $25K. He is looking at a 2002 Nissan Maxima SE with leather pack, auto, sunroof, bose. He has been cross shopping other cars. So far he has came up with a Linc L.S. V8, a 2001 Acura CL coupe Type S(asking $20,900 for the CL), and a 2000 BMW 325i ... Read More

• Hello Everyone, I'm Back!

  Written by: alarmpro on Jan 22, 2003 7:30:33 PM

  Hello to everyone! I have been gone since late 2000. I re-discovered this great site and now look forward to rejoining the fold. I still have my 2001 CL-S Red No-Navi and just turned 37,500 miles. I had a new transmission installed last May, and a few other minor repairs, but this is still the most exciting car I have ever driven. I purchased the 100,000 mile warrantee since I plan ... Read More

• Announcement!!

  Written by: welst10 on Oct 10, 2002 6:24:53 PM

  Hi folks, I just bought a charcoal gray 2003 3.2CL automatic with rear spoiler!!! It's my first new car purchase. My one and a half month long car shopping journey has now ended, what a ride (went thru like 10 cars)! The car had 7 miles on it. We put another 5 miles on the way to get gas. Going to pick it up on Sat. or Mon. The date on ... Read More

• Miss my Type S

  Written by: redfive2112 on Oct 7, 2002 12:43:44 PM

  My wife and I traded in our 2001 Cl type S (white, 39,000 miles, no nav) a few weeks ago due to the ongoing concerns about the transmission durability. It's a shame, since we both really enjoyed the car for the 2+ years we owned it. But in my wifes' mind, she didn't want to be on the freeway doing 70 when the transmission failed, and in my mind I didn't ... Read More

• Still lovin' my shiny red 2001 Type S

  Written by: dee35 on Aug 17, 2002 3:57:41 PM

  Hiya! Haven't posted in about a year,now. I bought my CL-S in August of last year and 5 days later, WHAMMO...rear-ended on the highway! Spoiled my whole new car experience, especially after I got it back from the dealer's body shop in less than perfect shape. The word "Acura" was on a downhill slope and too low on the trunk. They made it right on the second try. My car just ... Read More

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• Chrysler products....

  Written by: jarrod4 on Aug 15, 2002 7:03:50 AM

  I drive a 2001 Chrysler Sebring coupe and I agree with the statement about quality. Actually, this is my second chrysler car. While the car has great looks, it is far from a mechanical masterpiece. The car I'd really like to see myself in is the CL-type S, but reading the problems listed here, I'm not so sure how much better the quality really is? Transmission going bye bye - COMPLETELY ... Read More

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• kp40m-

  Written by: fastdriver on Aug 14, 2002 5:55:57 PM

  kp40m- 2001 CL-S, 17 months old and 17,700+ miles and not ONE problem. You are the FIRST one to mention an armrest problem. Never heard of this one. As for the 6-speed- never drove one. Not interested in shifting. The automatic is fine and fast enough for me. This is the best car I have ever owned! Love the "roar/rumble" of the dual exhausts when you floor it and leave everyone ... Read More

• Acura quality

  Written by: garypen on Aug 14, 2002 3:01:56 PM

  We've had our 2001 CL for over a year, and the only problem has been the moonroof rattle/squeak. The armrest cover has never been a problem. Is it a known problem? The moonroof is, and they issued a TSB, which our dealer utilized in his fix, which was perfect, BTW. As an addendum to the dealer fix, the day after the repair we noticed the rear bumper cover was scuffed. Since ... Read More

• Lemon Law...Do I have a case?

  Written by: badpiece1 on Jun 19, 2002 7:16:36 AM

  hello everyone, its been about a year since i posted a message. well, i have a 2001 cls i bought in june of 2001. i have about 28000 miles on the car on the streets of new york city. i was having exceleration problems. i took to car into acura. they told me the transmission had to be replaced. the transmission was changed at no expense to me. i find this ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: mdaniel on Jun 18, 2002 9:41:23 PM

  bodydouble- I sold my 2001 CL-S w/navi and 38,000mi for US$22,000 privately. Classified ad in the county newspaper started Saturday, had an offer Sunday, closed the deal Tuesday morning. I didn't really consider the G35. I'm pretty loyal to Honda/Acura and didn't really like the looks of the G35. I didn't consider the 300ci either. For one, US$43-45k for a comparably equipped car would have killed my budget. And since I ... Read More

• 2001 Acura CL

  Written by: zed421v on May 10, 2002 1:50:48 PM

  My wife has a CL with 4,800 miles. We love the car, but it only gets 14 mpg in the city. It gets 18 on the highway. Is this normal?

• Paint problems - bmart418

  Written by: janjohnson on Apr 6, 2002 12:14:06 AM

  I have a 2001 CL-S, Aegean Blue. I have always washed it myself except one time I took it to one of those no-brush wash places and got a car wash along with a spray-on wax coating. It was dried off by hand. As I walked towards my car, I noticed that the paint on the left rear panel was pockmarked in an area of about 2 square inches. I don't ... Read More

• V-6 Oil Leaks

  Written by: imac1 on Mar 21, 2002 7:31:15 AM

  Just heard on the net about a recent Acura Technical Service Bulletin that talks about oil leaks caused by porous engine blocks. It supposed to apply to 2001-02 CL's, 1999-02 TL's and 2001-02 MDX's. Does anyone know more or experienced any similar problems?

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• 2001 Acura CL-S rotar problems

  Written by: nick51 on Jan 17, 2002 11:07:22 AM

  Has anyone else had problems with their rotars? I purchased my car when they first came out and it has 32K miles. The rotars have been turned TWICE! I have gone back and forth with the dealership and Acura trying to get them to replace the rotars but they will not. The warranty has paid for the turning. I think this is crazy. I am a normal driver. No crazy driving. ... Read More

• 2001 CL-S tranny went to hell just shy of 45K miles

  Written by: andergtr on Dec 19, 2001 8:53:35 PM

  this is my third acura and easily my most disappointing experience--i previously had an '89 integra and an '87 legend, both of which were great cars. based on my experience with acura, i figured that the CL-S would be a great deal. little things started surfacing on the car, including a pulley that made noise and had to be replaced before the 7,500-mile mark. also, the moonroof has continued to creak ... Read More

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• Just Bought a 2001 CL-S --questions

  Written by: bishop2k on Dec 2, 2001 10:10:47 AM

  Hi Guys. My name is Dave--I just purchased a 2001 Black/Black CL-type s--111 miles for 26,500. This is the best price I could find in the color I wanted. (well I wanted silver but black was a close second)--I have a few questions...My car comes with an upgraded wood trim intereior(greyish black faux wood by the radio and shifter) ---Is there a easy way to remove and or replace? I sort ... Read More

• To all-

  Written by: fastdriver on Dec 2, 2001 6:10:01 AM

  Just checking in here. 10,700 miles on the 2001 CL-S leased on 3/28/01- NO problems. Still only 2 dealer visits for oil/filter changes and tire rotation/balance. Time soon for the next oil change. BEST car I have ever owned! First Acura/Honda product ever! No squeaks, no rattles, no pulsating brakes, no transmission problems whatsoever. That Zaino shine is terrific! fastdriver

Acura CL Tires and Wheels

• Rims on 2001 Cl TypeS

  Written by: f4u1d25 on Dec 4, 2001 12:56:38 PM

  I love this car but living in New York means you're always parking next to a curb and Acura has really made a big mistake in combining 17" wheels and low-profile tires. I've only got 2500 miles on my silver Type S and already three of the four wheel rims are gouged from hitting the curb when parking. Maybe if enough people complain about this goof in design they'll change it ... Read More

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• Both Auto Week and Motor Trend........................

  Written by: ezshift5 on Nov 16, 2001 7:42:30 AM

  ........indicate a 6-speed manual shift transmission for the Acura CL-S. Timeframe given was the fall of 2001. Fall (at least the California version) is here. It's pretty quiet out there.......and more than just a few Acura folk are giving the Reserve Salute when asked about the 6-spd availability.

Read this before purchasing an Acura 3.2 CL

• mpg

  Written by: cookie on Nov 9, 2001 10:07:46 AM

  hello. i was reading the posts regarding mpg for the cl. i have a 2001 cl premium with 3,100 miles on it. after each fill up i figure out my mpg. i have had as low as 24 mpg and as high as 29 mpg. usually i average 27. i don't fill up until the yellow light indicates a low fuel level. usually i pump in 15 gallons, so there's 2 ... Read More

• Mileage Continued - Acura actually gets 15/24 mpg, NOT 19/29!!!

  Written by: happykt on Oct 19, 2001 10:26:34 AM

  I'm the one who posted that the paint and fuel mileage on my 2001 Acura CL was lousey. Several of you guys have said you are getting over 20 mpg. but thats just a fantasy figure to me. I am nowhere close to that mpg and am only getting 15 mpg in the city and about 24 mpg on the freeway. I've had 4 very long conversations with the Acura customer ... Read More

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• Acura CL wind noise

  Written by: 52mac on Oct 12, 2001 6:09:24 AM

  I have a 2001, Acura CL Type S. The problem I'm having is wind noise coming from the moon roof and both door windows. Is this normal? I don't mean an air leak (like a window open) it's more like a wind rushing (turbulence) sound. It occurs from 60 mph and above. It get so loud that we close the moon roof shade to have a conversation. The dealer has made ... Read More

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• Paint and Fuel Mileage on My 2001 Acura CL Are GREAT!

  Written by: fastdriver on Oct 5, 2001 1:03:38 PM

  I have a 2001 CL-S leased on 3/28/01 with 8,900 miles on it and I think it's the best car I ever owned! Just getting ready for a long weekend in Keene, NH. My gas mileage from DAY ONE has never been less than 20 MPG and never less than 300 miles per tank. Much of that is just around here and there driving, some highway, some with AC, some without. ... Read More

• Paint and Fuel Mileage on My 2001 Acura CL Are TERRIBLE

  Written by: happykt on Oct 5, 2001 5:23:24 AM

  I have almost 5,000 miles on my car and can honestly say I am appalled by the paint quality and fuel mileage of my car. First he paint - I have a black car and already have several paint chips on the hood of my car. It looks lousy!!! I've tried waxing it off but to no avail. I can't imagine what this car will look like in a year (I ... Read More

• lousy ,horible paint job CL-s 2001

  Written by: murraya1833 on Sep 28, 2001 2:01:31 PM

  The rear bumper on my Acura CL-s 2001, had to be refinished in Florida,the bumper developed yellow spots ,at first the dealer and service rep didn't want to refinish the bumper.i called the corporate office in CA. and eventually they agreed to refinish the bumper .i'm now in NJ. and about a month ago a bird bombed the roof +hood .Within a short time the droppings eat thru the clear coat ... Read More

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• ezshift

  Written by: garypen on Sep 19, 2001 1:51:29 PM

  I found carsdirect to have pretty lousy pricing on Acuras. I got my base 2001 CL at Stevens Creek Acura in San Jose for under $26K, which was under invoice, back in April. Cheryl Kaiser at Sunnyvale Acura also seems eager to work with price. I was looking at a TL-S there. You may want to check out one of those joints, before clicking "buy now" at carsdirect.

• Help needed!

  Written by: nazcar on Sep 6, 2001 1:52:03 PM

  For those knowledgeable about the TL and CL, I'm presently trying to decide which to buy. In New Orleans, these cars sell out quickly (1 acura dealer), and I haven't been able to test drive the CL. I like the TL (2002) also. I think the base, premium, is fine regarding acceleration. Is the tl base or cl base faster? Any options that the tl has that the cl doesn't have ... Read More

• New owner and new list subscriber

  Written by: dmacneill on Sep 6, 2001 1:02:08 PM

  I just picked up a 2001 CL yesterday. It was the last CL base (there were 4 Type S's)on the lot and the dealer was eager to move it. I paid exactly $500 over invoice. It also has on it the Acura accessory chrome alloy wheels, and they sold them to me for half price. The salesman said the 2002 CLs would be in at the end of September but there ... Read More

• garypen

  Written by: sqcc on Sep 5, 2001 8:13:03 PM

  I checked Edmunds too before I bought. TMV is about what I "paid" if you include the splashguards and pin stripe. The problem I have with the dealer is that he waited a week to tell me something I think he could have found out in 1 day if he would have worked on it, when I told him I was ready to take my money elsewhere he had all the ... Read More

• Acura Tl or CL

  Written by: nazcar on Sep 5, 2001 3:48:42 PM

  For those knowledgeable about the TL and CL, I'm presently trying to decide which to buy. In New Orleans, these cars sell out quickly (1 acura dealer), and I haven't been able to test drive the CL. I like the TL (2002). I think the base, premium, is fine regarding acceleration. Is the tl base or cl base faster? Any options that the tl has that the cl doesn't have or ... Read More

• FYI Northern California

  Written by: garypen on Aug 24, 2001 9:04:02 AM

  For those in Nor Cal looking to buy, Stevens Creek Acura in San Jose is advertising new 2001 CL-S's w/Nav for $29,777. That's below the invoice of $29,950. We got our CL base there for below what the invoice was at that time, including free splash guards, wheel locks and logo mats. So, they might be throwing those in at this time, too. You might be able to negotiate lower. They ... Read More

• 93fsu1...RE: below invoice

  Written by: cyber_x on Aug 22, 2001 10:58:40 AM

  Most Acura dealers I've been to here in Northern CA have been waaaaaaay overstocked with CL's and CL-S's (all 2001 model year). They typically sell a lot of TL's, but not all that many CL's. And the dealers are *very* willing to negotiate on the price. I think getting a CL or CL-S for at or below invoice is fairly realistic right now. The dealer loses money on the tranaction, but ... Read More

• jettson

  Written by: garypen on Aug 21, 2001 9:56:25 AM

  The K&N part number for the 2001/2002 CL/TL S-type is: 33-2178 Performance Int'l has it for $38 http://www.performanceintl.com/shop/products.cgi?comp=kn&make=ACURA&model=CL&year=2001

• My New CL-S

  Written by: jettson on Aug 19, 2001 12:05:00 AM

  Hi all! I used to post in the Accord Coupe message board until I realized my dream and bought a 2001 CL-S with navigation today! It is so awesome. My friends and family think I'm nuts, cause I only had the Accord for 4 (yes...count them...4 months), but I'd been dissatisfied with the Accord from day 1. Nothing wrong mechanically, and I certainly don't blame Honda, it was just so darn ... Read More

• Acura from a distance

  Written by: wree7777 on Aug 10, 2001 12:52:53 AM

  I'm interested in a used 2001 Acura CL with 12K miles but am hesitating because the nearest dealer is about 2.5 hrs away and it seems that you can only take it there for servicing. I've been told that their customer care policy means they'll come get my car if it's disabled and bring it to the nearest dealer and leave me with another set of wheels to drive in the ... Read More

• Think I bought the wrong car

  Written by: jettson on Jul 24, 2001 9:09:47 PM

  I just bought a 2001 Accord-EX-V6, beautiful car, fully loaded, but now I'm thinking I may have bought too fast. I didn't even look at Acura's, because I thought they would be out of my price range, but now I see that there is only a few thousand dollars difference between the top-of-the-line Accord Coupe and the Acura CL. Bummer. I guess I'll wait until the redesigned Acura CL is introduced ... Read More

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• mbrocato-

  Written by: fastdriver on Jul 20, 2001 1:11:43 PM

  mbrocato- Sorry to hear about your problem. This is TOTALLY unacceptable. I leased my 2001 CL-S on 3/28/01 and have found it to be the best car that I have EVER owned! I already have 6,500 miles on it! I never drive this much so soon. Just can't stop driving it. Anyway, I use those wand type car washes ALL the time in the winter here in CT. I have NO ... Read More

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• Dealer Hold Back on 2001 Acura CL 3.2 2dr Coupe

  Written by: ibuycarnow on Jun 18, 2001 9:23:45 AM

  This question is about the dealer hold back on a new 2001 Acura CL 3.2 2dr Coupe w/Navigation (3.2L 6cyl 5A) in Northern Virginia. Invoice is $27,330 MSRP is $29,980 Destination is $480 Hold Back is 2% of MSRP (about $600) When I tried to lower my purchase price by telling the dealer I knew about their 2% hold back, he said that he does not get the hold back. He ... Read More

• Monterey Blue Pearl 2001 Acura CL

  Written by: dustyb on May 30, 2001 2:59:35 PM

  This is the first time that I am posting a message. I have owned this car for about 6 months. Overall, I am extremely happy with my Acura CL, but I have a major complaint with the paint quality of the Monterey Blue Pearl. I consider myself a car fanatic, and I always wash the car by hand, and dry it with a chamois. The car has many fine scratches in ... Read More

• Gas consumption for Acura CL type S

  Written by: sanju on May 21, 2001 1:50:55 PM

  Hi all, Do anybody have a rough estimate of the millage/gallon on your 2001 Acura CL type S? I got my car 9 months ago and I a getting not more than 14 miles within city. The sticker says 19 to 29.

• Gas mileage and rattles-

  Written by: fastdriver on May 25, 2001 3:07:57 AM

  To all- Bought my 2001 CL-S on March 28, 2001. So far, gas mileage in the 20's in everyday driving and no rattles or squeaks! Hope it stays this way. Think I have about 3,800 miles on it so far! CAN'T stop driving it and my commute to work in only 3 miles! LOL..... I made a movie yesterday. Take a look! I think it's a riot. I even sent it ... Read More

• 2002

  Written by: mdaniel on May 12, 2001 4:30:11 PM

  The word on Acura-CL.com is that the 2002 will feature a 6 speed manual as an option. So if you're at all hesitant about buying an auto I would sit tight until August or September and see if the stories are true. Other than that, Honda/Acura usually only makes superficial changes during a model's life cycle. ie. different wheels, different side mirrors, etc. Nothing that should influence your buying decision. I've ... Read More

• garypen-

  Written by: fastdriver on May 10, 2001 3:10:35 PM

  garypen- Thanks for the info. I have a 2001 CL-S that I purchased on 3/28/01. I love this car compared to the 1999 Motor Trend Car of the Year that I drove before this. As a matter of fact, I got rid of that car 3 months early because I did not want it in MY name at 36,000 miles with no warranty. Anyway, I digress, as usual. Years ago, to ... Read More

• indysgold1-

  Written by: fastdriver on May 6, 2001 8:11:09 PM

  indysgold1- They do make a blue now for the CL-S. It came out recently. I saw one a few weeks ago when I was in West Palm Beach, FL. There is a picture of one at http://www.acura-cl.com Try either a search for it- not sure how that works because I never used it- or try clicking on page 17 or so. The name, Aegan Blue, is in the title. I'm just ... Read More

• One week old. Love the car. Hate the sound system.

  Written by: garypen on May 6, 2001 12:36:12 AM

  I helped my girl friend lease a CL last week. I love the car, and am kind of wishing I'd visited the Acura dealer one month earlier, before I leased my car. She's even given me seat memory #2. (I must be the luckiest man on the face of the earth, or was that Lou Gehrig?) But seriously, I do have one problem with the CL. There is hardly any bass ... Read More

• love the cl-s

  Written by: petermebe on Apr 7, 2001 6:10:52 PM

  FOUND A "USED" 2001 CL-S WITH 8000 MILES WITH ALL AND MORE OF THE USUAL AMENITIES. THE DUDE TRADES HIS CARS IN EVERY 6 MONTHS. SAW IT, DROVE IT, AND BOUGHT IT IN THREE HOURS. THE 300M THAT I DROVE WAS NO COMPARISON TO THIS VEHICLE AND THE CHRYSLER FOLK NEED TO LEARN HOW TO TREAT PEOPLE. WONDER WHAT FOLKS THAT OWN THE SAME ACURA THINK ABOUT "DRESSING IT UP" WITH ... Read More

• 2001 Acura CL - Windshield

  Written by: crazycl on Mar 16, 2001 11:43:18 PM

  I just brought my new 2001 Acura CL into the dealership to have the windshield replaced. The Acura person described the problem as "rippling" in the windshield. I drove off in a loaner CL that had the same problem. Then I talked to a friend that has an identical CL and he said it was the anti-reflective coating!?! Has anyone else noticed the rippling? I notice it on the passenger side ... Read More

• 2001 CL with Nav.

  Written by: bfebets on Mar 13, 2001 1:24:34 PM

  My wife and I just picked up our 2001 CL on March 10th. We had a great experience at Tustin Acura in CA. We got it for less than $400.00 over invoice(sorry Minnesota). I'm not used to having any problems with Honda products but This CL has a few. It's black on black and there are a lot of scratches on the paint. The Nav system didn't work the way I ... Read More

• Acura CL custom car cover

  Written by: ghaffarm on Feb 28, 2001 2:42:29 PM

  Has anyone purchased the custom fit dealer car cover? $219 MSRP. I assume it's breathable and waterproof? any feedback is appreciated. Does it fit like "they" say it will? Got a 2001 CL Type S (San Marino Red) and lovin it! I think I busted a rear speaker though. :-( anybody else did that? I wonder if it's under warranty? Anybody know. Thanks

• 2001 CL BUYING EXPERIENCE

  Written by: erniechipper on Feb 20, 2001 8:35:27 AM

  JUST PICKED UP MY CL FROM ARLINGTON ACURA IN PALATINE, IL.(WWW.ROHRMAN.COM)LET ME FIRST SAY THAT I AM NOT AFFILIATED WITH NOR DID I KNOW ANYONE PRIOR TO CONTACTING TERRY MAZURKIEWICZ VIA THE ABOVE WEB SITE. AFTER WORKING OUT THE NUMBERS WITH TERRY (I WON'T GO INTO DETAILS REGARDING WHAT I PAID, ETC.[GO DO YOUR OWN HOMEWORK] HE IS AWARE THAT PEOPLE ARE USING THE WEB TO EDUCATE THEMSELVES AND HE DIDN'T ... Read More

• Just be careful...

  Written by: pixelator on Feb 2, 2001 4:19:55 PM

  I had a 2001 CL-S try me in my 2000 Mustang GT last night. Although both cars have 260hp, the American musclecars have more torque and better gearing. I pulled away from him steadily the whole time, although it wasn't exactly a huge trouncing. These new Acuras are the first to actually provide some truly impressive high end power. I might look into one next year. The tangerine paint was a ... Read More

• 2001 ACURA CL TYPE S

  Written by: hb8 on Oct 30, 2000 3:54:29 PM

  ACURA OWNERS IS $30,000 A REASONABLE OFFER FOR ME TO MAKE FOR DRIVE-OUT PRICE ON A 2001 CL TYPE-S(TAX, TITLE & LICENSE)W/SPOILER, SPLASH-GUARDS AND WHEEL-LOCKS? HB8

• Help on Price for Acura CL Type S

  Written by: jands on Nov 30, 2000 7:44:40 PM

  I would like to buy a 2001 Acura CL Type S with wheel locks and splash guards (no Nav system) in the San Diego, CA area. Only quote I have is $29,700 (incl dest charge) plus tax and license. Invoice (incl dest charge) is $28128. Is this a good price compared to what you have paid? Thanks for your help.

• Written by: msprague on Oct 22, 2000 3:52:02 PM

  For anyone interested in purchasing a 2001 CL in Cincinnati, Ohio, I just purchased a 2001 CL-S non-nav with splash guards and wheel locks for $29,300. from Columbia Acura. MSRP was $31,010. They have about 15 or so in stock. Salesman was Josh Eger. He was very fair and professional and I would recommend giving him a call if your interested in buying.

• Written by: bayareacl on Nov 16, 2000 7:57:07 AM

  Hello everyone, i am from the Sanfrancisco Bay area. I was just wondering if anyone from this area has bought a 2001 acura 3.2 CL. I have been getting some outrageous/contradicting prices from the dealers. I am planning to buy the type -P(225 HP) without navigation CL. Accessories - Spoiler, tire locks. If anyone has bought a cl recently, can you please share the price/dealer name with me. You can also ... Read More

• New Cl

  Written by: kenacuranissan on Nov 16, 2000 7:42:40 AM

  I bought a new 2001 CL Type S. What's special about this purchase is that I am a salesperson for Tischer Acura. I attended a meeting today for Acura and it was so funny that most of us were driving the S Type however I was the only salesman who owned it. Most were driving them as demo's. I live in Baltimore and commute to Laurel and I can not stop ... Read More

• CL vs CLS vs others

  Written by: pwc1078 on Oct 11, 2000 2:31:49 AM

  davejohn and the rest of you, About purchase price. I'll tell you my situation here outside of Philadelphia. Originally, I was going to lease the 2001 3.2 CL. With $1000 down, 15,000 miles a year for 36 months, the dealer offered $469 a month. I then waited (as you should) and I got him down to only 429 a month. After more contemplating, I decided that buying would be the smarter ... Read More

• My new CL!!!

  Written by: silver462 on Oct 6, 2000 3:27:33 PM

  Hey yall! Im 15 years old, and i just bought my very own brand new 2001 Acura 3.2 CL! I've only had it for a month now, and i havent experienced any major problems with it. One tiny little problem was that the plastic parts inside the car (that is, the little things that go under the seats, or the little pieces that open and close storage compartments, etc.) feel cheap ... Read More

• wsk0

  Written by: canadiancl on Sep 7, 2000 6:27:55 PM

  I feel for you, bro! At least mine hasn't started rattling (yet). It just ticks me off big time to pay this much for a car and end up with GM or Chrysler quality. I've vented and ranted at Acura 2001 CL -- Part 2 also.

• Fit and Finish?????

  Written by: wsk0 on Sep 7, 2000 3:53:20 AM

  What fit and finish??? This has been a common problem with 2001 CL models. The only misalignment the dealer was able to improve [not fix] on my CL-S was the alignment of the hood which was too far forward and overhanging the bumper at the front. My car has most of the issues you refer to plus the tunk is misaligned somewhat [not as bad as the front,] the passenger's door ... Read More