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Re: 2002 CL windows [bodble2]
Written by: dfilice on Jan 5, 2005 4:44:02 PM
I know this message is late, since you posted last year, but to answer your question about CL transmissions, Acura gave all CL-S models a transmission warranty until 100K miles. It covers all of the latest body style cars ('00 or '01 was first year?). I received the notice from Acura.
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Re: 2002 CL windows [bodble2]
Written by: peterdh2000 on Oct 19, 2004 11:39:42 PM
Had tranny recall done on the '02 CL-P a couple weeks ago, they installed the oil jet kit (had 27,500 miles), had the 30k service done early. Also, they replaced the driver's window regulator under warranty, which fixed the noises mentioned above. said they hadn't replaced many trannies...maybe/maybe not. Had a very "well loved" 02/30k RSX as loaner (had to have regulator shipped in overnite). service guy looked at me like ... Read More
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CL 6 speed problems
Written by: trains on Apr 14, 2004 9:52:08 AM
I have a 2003 CL with the 6 speed and am not happy. There were problems with the trans since day one - the 6 speed was rebuilt at 8500 miles - Acura does not offer a rebuilt, so the existing unit has to be serviced. The car was hard to shift and pops out of first gear. The rebuild was worse then the original. The car is back at the ... 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
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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
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Transmission problems
Written by: rmd12345 on May 27, 2003 2:08:13 PM
I also just started to notice some slipping from gear to gear on my 2002 CL Type S at 40,000 miles. I see that Acura extended the warranty to 70,000 miles on transmissions for this model, most likely because of this. The problem seems to be that it stays in gear too long and then jumps up or downshifts to the next gear. I'm starting to think about trading it in ... Read More
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Re to fastdriver.
Written by: alkanx on Apr 29, 2003 12:02:17 PM
Thanks fastdriver, I'll keep that in mind & stay away from pot-holes. I live in Fort Worth TX & we get hail-storms during spring season. Unfortunately after I had the car for the weekend, I found a couple of spots where hail might have hit the car. I called the dealership, they were a bit nervous & offered me another replacement, I said OK & I picked out another one & ... Read More
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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
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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.
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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
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2003 CL
Written by: fredvh on Jan 7, 2003 11:56:17 AM
I am also interested in the TL for my next new car but I am worried over the transmission issue. I have heard a couple of terrible stories on this forum of the transmission suddenly and abrubtly failing on the highway. How could one drive 70 mph and be worried that all of a sudden the trans could drop into a much lower gear especially how close some trucks drive behind ... Read More
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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
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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
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2003 CL-S Availability
Written by: rjbecker2 on Aug 8, 2002 11:42:57 AM
Hi, everyone: This is my first posting, and I'd be grateful for any knowledge on this issue. I'll be leasing a new car in December 2002 (that's when I have to hand in my old leased car). Normally, that's the best time to get a new car, in my case the week of Christmas. But since Acura CL (and TL) will be changed for 2004, and become available in the spring ... Read More
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Acura 2002 3.2 cl type S
Written by: nhl2night on May 31, 2002 9:37:04 PM
Hi, I am looking for help. My parents are almost set on getting me a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder, however I am in love witht he Cl Type S, which they are also considering. My parents asked me to give reasons why it would be better for me to get the Acura instead of the Pathfinder. Can someone please give me reasons why I should get the 3.2 Cl Type S instead ... Read More
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Just traded the 97 CL for the 2002 Solara;
Written by: bjrich on Apr 28, 2002 2:50:05 PM
We bring home the black Solara tomorrow nite and are really looking forward to it. I drives better than the Cl by a wide margin. The reason I am posting this is to tell you why we left Acura after five years and 60,000 Miles. The service on the CL was so terrific that we gave no thought to any other car, up until 2 weeks ago. The two service writers ... Read More
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darn
Written by: cyranno99 on Jan 10, 2002 10:27:13 AM
the new Acura style magazine mentioned the changes in the 2002 CL model.... so people buying that model better not complain about wind noises :D
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paradoxish
Written by: hammer1177 on Jan 6, 2002 12:36:21 AM
I own a 1999 Acura CL 3.0 and love the car, well not as much as my new 2002 CL S-Type but that's another story. The 1999 came standard with a wide array of standard features, if you look up the specs on Edmunds you can see the full list of features. The ride quality and handling are very good, not as precise or quick as the new CL's but I ... Read More
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2002 CL 6-speed :CD.com is checking........
Written by: ezshift5 on Sep 19, 2001 1:08:26 PM
Good to hear that the 2002 Acura CL is in the showroom. CD.com sez they'll get back to me on a six-speed manual shift. Apparently, they have a link to a Bay Area (N CA) dealer. Anyone out there have anything additional on the long-awaited six speed?
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Where is the 2002 CL??
Written by: dmathew on Aug 25, 2001 8:45:46 PM
When is the the '02 CLS model coming out. I tried asking 4-5 different dealers in the Washington Metro area and none would tell me anything. Does anyone know of a site that has details on the new model. What are the major differences in the '02 CLS other than a 6-speed. I was given an offer for a 3.2 CLS (no navigation( for $27,220) by Pohanks Acura of greater Washington ... Read More
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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
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will there or won't there?
Written by: joeandcarol2 on Aug 15, 2001 6:50:58 PM
I was at an Acura dealer today and the subject came up about a 6 speed manual for the CL. The salesman told me he had expected it but the new 2002 brochure does not list it as a choice. He claims there will be no manual for 2002. Does anyone know what the status of that choice is? Will there be a manual.? Someone back in July stated that a ... Read More
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Jettson
Written by: s852 on Aug 19, 2001 9:42:41 AM
One of my neighbors went to look at a CL yesterday in northern California and told me he overheard a girl trading in her near-new gold Accord EXV6 coupe. I'm looking at many new cars in a wide price range. I was considering 2002 models of the VW Passat GLX, BMW 325i, Toyota Camry XLE V6, Acura CL/TL, Nissan Altima 3.5 SE and even the Accord EXV6 coupe. I generally prefer ... Read More
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Need more ZIP
Written by: tomsr on Jun 29, 2001 9:02:56 PM
My 98 CL 2.3 Auto. was to be my last new car but it's sluggish performance makes me want more. Now Acura sends me a magazine with an article about the new 2002 RSX and gets me drooling again. Is there no end to their enticing ways? Anybody know what these will cost?Is 55 too old to want a car like this?Maybe I just haven't grown up yet. Next step after ... Read More
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no title
Written by: cyranno99 on Jun 26, 2001 1:59:35 PM
acura-cl will be until 6pm eastern as far as I know... for upgrading. The 6-speed will be available for 2002 CL, not TL yet.
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Fastdrive-Zaino, CL.com, 2002
Written by: phatnastycat on Jun 26, 2001 1:57:38 PM
Fastdriver- Great pics. I love the shine. I have thought about getting some Zaino products for my Solara, but I am going to hold off spending the money since my lease is up in just a few months. When I get my next ride, I am definetely going to make the investement. I may get your advice on what to buy and how to apply. Does anyone know if Acura-CL.com is ... Read More
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Acura incentives
Written by: canadiancl on Jun 25, 2001 1:12:44 PM
rj123: Actually I saw the ad in the local newspaper, so it may be an incentive exclusive to the Canadian market. fastdriver: you could be right. Low sales is just 1 explanation. Or Acura could be just trying to clear old stock, as you suggested, since the 2002 is rumoured to have some changes and most importantly, have the option of a 6-speed manual. But I do think CL sales have ... Read More
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no title
Written by: mb710327 on Jun 13, 2001 11:03:41 PM
Rumor has it that a 6 speed MANUAL will be available on the 2002 Acura CLs.
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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
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purchase decision
Written by: rickas47 on May 11, 2001 7:09:44 PM
I went looking for new vehicle last weekend. We drove a CL-S and pretty much fell in love with it. We never considered an Acura, the nearest dealer is 145 miles away. What is the general consensus on unscheduled maintence problems early on. Would i be making the trip every other week to resolve problems? Can (heaven forbid) the local Honda dealer service an Acura (didn't think so). I'd probably have ... Read More
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Thanks Fastdriver
Written by: phatnastycat on Apr 29, 2001 8:23:31 PM
I really appreciate that link. I love the blue. I had a blue car ('93 Nissan NX2000) once before. It looked great on the car, but chips and scratches were hard to hide. Since then I have stayed with metallics (golds, silvers and now a pearl white). They seem to hold up well and hide the unavoidable chips and door dings. I woul like to see Acura make the pearl white ... Read More
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2002
Written by: phatnastycat on Apr 28, 2001 9:14:14 PM
All good points. Yes, every car has it's troubles. My Toyota Solara has not been problem free, but when it's 100% it is a fantastic car. I take it that most the flaws outlined in this forum will addressed with the 2002 model? I have tried to get info on the 2002 CL-S from Acura, but there is no info. I am curious as to what might be new to the ... Read More
