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My 2006 RSX still had a couple days of warranty left when the driver side low beam headlight went out. I followed the User Manual instructions, I am a good mechanic, and I have sensed something wrong when the power plug to the headlight felt “soft”, could be slightly rotated, and was giving in with the pull. I have held the lamp through the rubber seal with the right index and ... Read More
I thought the 2006 RSX had more power than the older versions (some sources say 210 hp and 143 lb-ft while others say 201 hp and 140 lb-ft, which is pretty confusing)? Anyway I'm probably going to go with the Civic because it looks a little sharper IMO and I like the interior better (the dash on the Honda is awesome and leather seats tend to make you slide all over ... Read More
1. I got a lease in May 2006 on a 2006 Acura RSX Type-S. I put $1300 down and my payments are $305 per month (including tax) for 36 months with 15k miles per year. Was this a good deal? 2. I have not put as many miles on my car as I thought I would be. Currently I have just under 24,000 miles. I will prob only be driving 750 ... Read More
Right now, I am deciding if I should keep my RSX Type S for a year or two or I should trade in my new RSX for the used EVO IX. 2006 Acura RSX Type S - 14K miles - brought new for one year for $25K - trade-in $18K 2006 EVO IX - 13K miles - $27K I am not sure what to do now. I can afford the EVO ... Read More
Did Acura discontinue the RSX for 2007? I was looking for info on Edmunds but it only goes up to 2006 in the used car section.
I just bought acura rsx 2006, from salvage auction. They didn't have an original key, so I went to the dealer. Well, the key what they give to me have 5 digit code what i need to put in the system with break pedal and start the car. My bad luck, the car still wanna start, full pump is not starting. The security system work on disabling ignition and full pump, ... Read More
Did anyone install wing spoiler for RSX? Spoilers with lid looks nice, but the nearby dealer quoted too much to me for that ($589) I believe, the profit he is making for spoiler may be more than the profit he is making selling the car. Aalso, has someone installed interior panel kit from Acura? I got the info that it is to enhance the interior of the car, but the dealer ... Read More
I have a 2003 RSX Type-S. I live in San Francisco, CA. I was shocked in March of 2006 to find that the engine control module (ECM) was stolen out of my RSX. The car was parked in my driveway. What was confusing was that the alarm of the car never alerted me to the theft and there were no visible signs of break in or damage to the exterior of ... Read More
It appears that I have the exact same problem that you have. I purchased my 2006 Acura RSX (automatic transmission) in late June 2006 and shortly thereafter, I began hearing a squealing/whistling noise coming from the passenger side after exceeding 65 mph on the highway. I took the car to the Acura dealer, and they decided that I needed a new power steering pump. After replacing the part, the noise persisted. ... Read More
I bought a 2006 RSX-S around Mid July. After putting about 95 miles on it, (there were 160 dealer "transport" miles), my car began to make a high pitch "humming" noise from the passenger side. I have taken the vehicle in four times now. Each time the dealership has reported to not be able to reproduce the noise after conducting repairs. These repairs include, rotating, balancing, realigning, and adjusting the tire ... Read More
You're very welcome, alberty. I'm glad to hear that you got a good deal on your TSX. Unfortunately, Acura's lease program for the RSX is not very attractive right now. Honda Finance's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a base 2006 RSX with 12,000 miles per year are .00283 and 57%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 48 month lease are ... Read More
Hello jbell67. Unfortunately, with its new September lease program Acura stopped providing lease support on the RSX. As a result, if you were to lease one through Honda Finance now you would have to use its standard lease program, which is much worse than the special program that was available on the RSX in August. Honda Finance's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease ... Read More
I would be happy to help you out, rws0131. According to the latest information that I have seen, if you were to lease a 2006 Acura RSX Type-S through Honda Finance for 24 months with 15,000 miles per year, its buy rate lease money factor and residual value should be .00080 and 65%, respectively. The 12,000 miles per year residual value would be 1% higher. This money factor assumes that you ... Read More
I bought a brand new RSX in June 2006, and am having the same problem: transmission chatters when in second gear (manual transmission), turning left, and going slightly uphill. This is no minor noise that you need a stethoscope to hear -- it’s loud. I first noticed it at 300 miles. Acura dealer says it’s the transmission and that they know what the problem is. They’ve had the car for over ... Read More
Thanks tbenson81 . Honda Finance's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month, 15,000 mile per year lease of a 2006 RSX Type-S are .00132 and 58%, respectively. This factor assumes that you qualify for Honda Finance's "Super Preferred" credit tier and pay a security deposit at lease signing. You definitely should not lease this car for any longer than 36 months. That is the longest ... Read More
I bought 2006 Rsx S in Nov 2005.When I did oil change, I was told my engine was leaking.My service manager said it was defected and put the new engine.After I have new engine, the car has been running good and better gas millage.Just after a week, whenever I make hard turn, I hear the noice(when I called they said bring back).I found out it is the strut problem.And they said ... Read More
Thanks Keith. I'm glad that you enjoy this site so much. Here's the info that you're looking for. If you were to lease a 2006 Acura RSX-S through Honda Finance right now for 36 months with 12,000 miles per year, its buy rate lease money factor and residual value should be .00132 and 60%, respectively. It is difficult to say whether Acura's August lease program for this model will be more ... Read More
dridmang, We are having problems with our 2006 RSX. We purchased in it in Nov. 2005. There is a popping/knocking noise in the right front strut. We have had it into the dealer 5 times for the same noise and they are unable to fix it. We are now trying to use our Lemon Law rights to replace the car. We purchased it in Gerogia. They can't fix the car because ... Read More
Hey Car_Man, I am preparing info for a 36 month/12,000 miles per yearlease and wanted to ask if you knew the July 2006 Money Factor and residual numbers for the 2006 Acura RSX Type S (36 months/12k miles). Also, do you think I would be better waiting until August to lease the vehicle? Also do you know the WHOLE percentage? I believe thats what they call it. Thanks for the help, ... Read More
Yes, pocari, Acura is running a special lease program on the 2006 RSX right now. If you were to lease a 2006 Acura RSX Type-S through Honda Finance right now for 36 months with 15,000 miles per year, its buy rate lease money factor and residual value should be .00080 and 58%, respectively. The numbers for a 39 or 42 month lease of this car should be .00080 and 55%. Car_man ... Read More
I think that's a GREAT price. This car is becoming harder to find because Acura is discontinuing the whole RSX line after 2006 and replacing it with a coupe next year--no more hatchbacks The only dealer in my area (Seattle) that has any RSXs right now is charging asking 20,600 for it (and that's with NO spoiler!) Other dealers in my area are out of stock. It's very annoying. I think ... Read More
Hey 2fast4me. This car's lease program varies depending upon how long you lease it for and how many miles per year you are allowed to drive it. For now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease with 15,000 miles per year. Let me know if you want something different. If you were to lease a 2006 Acura RSX Type-S through Honda Finance right now for 36 ... Read More
I sure can, saluki00. If you were to lease a 2006 Acura RSX (not the Type-S) through Honda Finance right now for 24 months with 12,000 miles per year, its buy rate lease money factor and residual value should be .00104 and 65%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease should be .00104 and 57%, respectively. You definitely will get a lower lease payment by going with a ... Read More
Hello bedi. Acura basically continued the special lease program that it was providing on the 2006 RSX in October through the end of November. The specifics of the program are a little different, it lowered its special lease money factor a little bit to make up for a drop in this car's residual values, but the lease payments that result from it should be about the same. The special finance rates ... Read More
Now that Acura has officially discontinued the RSX (after 2006), what do you think that will do to the value of your RSX? Do you think repairs (parts actually) may be more expensive in the future? If you are trading in in a 1-3 years, do you feel you will get less money? Or, do you think this will increase the value of your car (relatively) when doing a private sale? ... Read More
I read an article yesterday about how they are discontinuing the RSX after 2006. This worries me because repairs on Acura’s are not cheap, and if the parts for the car become harder to get a hold of the price for repairs will go up even more. My question is with the Honda Si being a very close to the same build, will RSX users be able to use parts from ... Read More
Here you go, snail. If you were to lease a 2006 Acura RSX (not the Type-S), through Honda Finance right now for 36 months with 12,000 miles per year, its buy rate lease money factor and residual value should be .00104 and 57%, respectively. Car_man Host Smart Shopper / Prices Paid Forums
Hello Niren. A credit score of 710 is still pretty good, but I am not sure if it is good enough to qualify for Honda Finance's "Super Preferred" credit tier. While Acura's current advertised lease on the 2006 RSX is only scheduled to run through October 31st, I don't think that you are risking much by waiting to lease one. Acura always provides some sort of lease support on the RSX. ... Read More
Hello jbell67. I believe that the $500 or so over dealer invoice that you were quoted for this car is a reasonable price. Still, you may want to stop by the following discussion to see how much other community members have paid for similar cars recently: "Acura RSX: Prices Paid & Buying Experience". Honda Finance's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease with 15,000 ... Read More
hello! i am interested in leasing a 2006, RSX Acura, automatic, leather interior. i understand that the dealer invoice is $21,030. how far should i push for a good price? the last quote is $21,599. but i don't know what the money factor is...yet. and i have not seen monthly payments. is this a good deal? should i push for something closer to dealer invoice? what do you think the residual ... Read More
Hello Tsmall We have had the EXACT same problem as you since day 1. I have been going to Acura in Temecula. They won't do anything now. I was wondering since you are also in CA, if you have thought about doing the Lemon Law? I am so disgusted with this car now. The other problem has been this wierd vibrating noise ONLY in 5th gear or 6th around 4000-4100 RPM. ... Read More
Nitro, Thanks-Been there, done that- handed them the pages from this site and Club RSX detailing other Acura dealers solving the problem that way and was told wait out for the Acura TSB. Probably will call my other Acura dealer in the area and see what they are doing to resolve the issue. It's a different dealership. I also don't know what the strut tower or strut tower changes were, or ... Read More
Endemic problem to RSX Type S as well- I have a 2005 Type S, same problem with the strut design. Acura has been working on the design problem since last September (2005), when mine started with about 1500 miles. Getting the same response from Acura dealer- they know the problem, expect a fix in 1-2 months. I've used posts from this site to show them possible fixes, but the response from ... Read More
I have my 2006 RSX since Dec,05. I now have 2000 miles. The car is beautiful but it sounds like an old chevy. The hatchback rattles, the dash by the passenger side air bag has a cracking sound when I drive over moderate bumps.But the thing that annoys the hell out of me is the front end, both sides. When I turn the wheel backing out of a spot or a ... Read More
What problems are you talking about? I've had an AT RSX since October of 2001 and have had zero problems with the transmission. (I assume you are wondering about the transmission since you specified AT in your question) Nothing has changed on the RSX from the 2002 model to the 2006 model except some cosmetic changes.
2 quick questions from a person who never leased a car: 1. With the current promotion on the 2006 Acura RSX, the capitalized cost is $18,673.87. This is even below CarsDirect price of $19,963. It's close to invoice price of $18,549. Will the dealer laugh in my face if I ask to buy it at the capitalized cost? I mean from their point of view, its better for them to have ... Read More
Remove stickers - I have used bug and tar remover or WD-40 - both worked OK - but it still took some effort. Back in January of 2004 I looked at the RSX - ended up with a nightmare lemon Mazda3 - main reason I did not buy the RSX was the lack of side curtain air bags - (the low power output of the base engine didn't help much either ... Read More
Hi all, I am in the process of buying a 2006 Acura RSX (Automatic with Leather Interiors + Rear Spoiler) Black Pearl. I spoke to a dealer and the best offer I got from his is $23000 including Taxes. Please advice if this is a good deal. Ramkum
I've got a 2004 Acura RSX Type-S. I use the Fuel Log at GasBuddy to track my MPG. In 2005 I logged an average of 28.91 MPG. This was mostly highway driving at around 70 MPH. The best I ever got was on one trip home from another state on secondary roads averaging around 50 MPH, I got 34.16 MPG on that trip. So far in 2006, I'm averaging 28.4 MPG. ... Read More
I can't understand how crappy this car is, my first Acura and my last. I bought my 2005 brand new and as of Jan 2006, I only have 57k miles on my car. ONLY 57K miles? Do you ever get out of your car? :-) HOWEVER as I was told; UNLESS ACURA has a recall on this, ANYTHING outside of the warranty period isn't covered UNLESS Acura has a recall. Suprisingly ... Read More
I can't understand how crappy this car is, my first Acura and my last. I bought my 2005 brand new and as of Jan 2006, I only have 57k miles on my car. My service history is incredibly long and even the person at the service counter couldn't believe how much work I've had done and it still continues... last year when I was under warranty my "side airbag off" indicator ... Read More
Well if it helps, the last 6 digits of the vin is 001851 I live and deal with the Asheville, NC dealership. I talk to the manufacturer of the regional area, and she just tells me to give them time, that all they are obligated to do is fix my car, and she says they will as soon as the can. I told her that was really unacceptable to me. But ... Read More
Hello MDRSX.... i purchased my rsx 2006 last aug.... I have had the same problem with the struts 3 weeks after i drove it off the lot... AS of right now my car as gone back to the dealership 2 a month since i bought it... The dealership says they fix the noise and it never fails within 2 weeks it starts up again every time i reverse or turn left ... Read More
Recently, I purchased a 2006 RSX and have experienced the same popping sound coming from my front passenger side strut area when navigating through small, tight areas such as a parking garage. Also, I have a rattle in my dash board and a slight squelling sound when turing the air circulation to AUTO or one of the higher setting. I first heard the clunking/ popping sound when a Acura driver was ... Read More
Well I have a same problem with clucking noise by turning the vehicle steering wheel lock to lock after one month driving it. Brought it to the dealer and the mechanic knows right away the main caused of the problem for this clucking/poping/clicking noise. Since it is a known problem with a 2006 Acura RSX. It came from the front springs. Since turning the steering wheel, by design, the front springs ... Read More
I don't know if you are aware that the Acura RSX is one of the most commonly stolen cars. Search it on the net and you will see. My Dad owned an Acura Integra (the RSX before it was renamed) and it was stolen out of his condo parking lot. It even had the alarm set. He now is the proud owner of a 2006 Scion tc and he absolutely loves ... Read More
bougth a 2006 rsx type s about a month ago at mike harveys acura in burlingame near south san francisco. paid 27,500 after taxes. this was before i found this site. the sales person was a female but could not remember her name. i now realized that she lied to me in order to make the sale. i told her that this was my first time purchasing a vehicle and she ... Read More
MY RSX HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THAT NOISE IN THE SUSPENTION, THE DEALERSHIP DOESN'T HELP,THEY JUST LUBRICATE THE STRUT OR SOMETHING BUT THAT MAKES THE NOISE EVEN STRONGER,WE TRY TO FIX IT SEVERAL TIMES, THEY TOLD ME THAT THE NOISE IS NORMAL, CAN YOU BELIVE THAT @!#", I'M GOING TO PAID $ 24.000 TO DRIVE THE CAR WITH THAT ANNOYING NOISE,THE LAST TIME THEY TOLD ME THAT THE PROBLEM WAS ... Read More
I too get ~27 mpg with my 2006 RSX Type-S
Last Friday I spoke with a representative from Acura Corp. about the strut noise. According to them.... ur gonna laugh at this: "this is a normal characteristic of the car, and at this time there is no repair, but they will notify me within 30-90 days for a resolution". A friend of mine has a late model rsx 2005 who has had the same problem for over a year, and has ... Read More
I had a strut assembly replaced at 1300 miles on my new 2006 rsx type-s, AND today when parking, my gearshift locked up and i couldnt get the car into neutral or reverse when i was parking it. i finally got it released by playing around with it, but now, with the car running but idle, i cant shift into 5th or 6th gear. anyone have THAT problem before? what is ... Read More
I bought a new 2006 rsx 2 months ago. It has been in the shop 3 times in the last 2 months. I have driven the loaner TL (that i adore, if i could afford it) for more than i've driven my rsx. The strut mounts on my car on both sides have been replaced twice for no reason at all. The clicking noise does NOT go away no matter what ... Read More
I test-drove one today and made my mind. 2006 RSX Automatic w/ Leather. The gray one. They said they can offer little above 24K(out-the-door price), but I sensed some more room to push. I'm living in California, and I got plenty of other ACURA dealers. So I guess it's time to make a move.. Where would you guys start the negotiation? I was thinking about 23K, but since it's my first ... Read More
Hello golds. I agree that you should not make any sort of capitalized cost reduction when leasing. I always advise consumers against making any sort of down payment when leasing. I do so for two main reasons. The first is if your vehicle is totaled in an accident or stolen during your lease, your insurance company pays off the bank that you were leasing it through and your down payment essentially ... Read More
My experience has been that they are fairly rigid once they have quoted you an internet price. They will sometimes give you a bit more for your trade than they otherwise would to seal the deal, but won't move on the price they are asking for the new car. I had a good experience with Marin Acura when I got mine, which is almost two years ago now. They are a ... Read More
Hello I am currently shopping for an 2006 acura rsx/manual/leather interior and think that a quote i got still has a lot of room for negotiation. I know that the invoice is 19,596. I got offered the same special of $199/42 mo @12K mi per year. So that the Price w/leather: $21,033 At signing would be: Down: $1400 1st month: $220 + tax Security Deposit: $225 Bank Fee: $595 + tax ... Read More
The 2006's have been out for over a month, and I don't believe there are any new 05's left anywhere. Unless you want a Type S, the inventory on the 06's is low right now, at least in my area (Massachusetts). The TMV here is sticker price for the 06 Acura RSX's, but there is a special leasing deal right now.
Hi all, I just lost my beloved Celica GTS (stop sign runner, uninsured, naturally!), and have a big mortgage, so thought I'd have to settle for a downgrade to a Civic. When I realized I could get an Acura RSX for not much more, the pain was a lot less! I asked for bids in the SF Bay Area on a 2005 RSX with leather and they've all come back with ... Read More
I just signed to lease above car. It's a great deal, because Acura is offering a great lease rate on the above car right now (advertised as $199/mo with $1499 down). I put 0 down, but $1400 up-front costs, which includes 1st payment. The payments, with tax included in MASS are only $250/month. I can choose to buy it at end of 42-month lease for only $11, 500! I'm excited, but ... Read More
The 2006 RSX has been on the top of my list for a new car. From reading this problem, I am really concerned. Is this a problem with all the RSX's? Does the 2005 have the same problem? I am 300 miles away from the closest Acura Dealer, so this is especially worrysome to me. I was thinking, buy an Acura and have no worries. Now, I'm not sure... cusafr
I just returned from my dealer for the 6th time with the reoccuring popping/clicking problem. Per the advice on another posting here, I asked my dealer to call Acura of Boston as they seem to be very familiar with the problem and the fix. They confirmed that the noise we're all hearing is due to a manufacturing error in the strut assembly. I've had the strut assembly replaced twice in 3 ... Read More
when a model has reached its "freshness date", which RSX will have after the 2006 MY. But what can Honda put into the Acura line that will fit it and not be totally upstaged by the top of the Civic line? Already, the base RSX is busy being totally wiped by the 2006 Civic SI arriving at dealers in December. Even the type-S can only just keep up with the new ... Read More
Hi bray1. If I recall correctly, Acura's advertised lease on the 2006 RSX is based upon a selling price that is around $1,000 over dealer invoice. I suspect that if you shop around you will be able to get one for less than that, which would lower your car's lease payment a little bit. Also, Acura's advertised lease on this car assumes that you are making a $1,499 capitalized cost reduction. ... Read More
The popping noise that you hear/ feel at low speed when you make a hard turn is NOT your transmission. Unfortunately, this is somewhat of a common problem with the RSX, particularly the type-S. As is common with many cars, your shocks and struts attach to the car with plastic bushings. However, the RSX does not have a tight tolerance (fit) at the point of that bushing where the shock comes ... Read More
Hey, I wanted to lease a 2005, but couldn't find any before Sept 6th (or since then for that matter). So I'm looking into a 2006 lease now. One quote I got was: MSRP $20,895 Cap $19,900 Lease factor .00250 Residual 58% 36/12k Per Month $302.17 Acq. fee $595 Reg & tags $179 ( 3yr ) De.tax $547 Due at signing $1623.17 So about $300/month with $1623 due at signing. Does ... Read More
Hey bedi. I hate to say this, but it looks as though you have to renegotiate your deal if you didn't get your car yet because Acura's September program is completely different than its August program. Acura replaced the special lease money factor that it was providing on the 2005 RSX with $500 dealer cash. If you want to lease this car through AHFC in September you will have to use ... Read More
My dealer replaced my transmission and this has seemed to fix the problem. I still hear it every once in awhile but im not sure if it's just me being parinoid or what.. Tell your dealer to call acura and they should tell them to replace the transmission or mic the gears. Let me know what they do and what happens... charlie
I have exactly the same problem on 06 RSX which appeared after 30 miles on the car. When the selling dealer told me that I just imagine things, I took it to another Acura dealer in town and they told me that there is a transmission problem and promise to fix it. They did not say what that problem is though.
My Bro just got a 2006 Acura RSX Black on Black Auto with Leather for $23,500 TTL, my mom also got a 2005 Acura TSX Meteor Silver without navi for $27,600 TTL...what you guys think??
I've also heard that the 2006 Acura RSX will be the final year for the RSX. :( I'm sure Japan will keep the Honda Integra brand going. And I think you're right in that Integra/RSX-like features will make it into a higher trim Honda Civic. How about a Civic Type-S? :D So Acura would then have no 2-door cars except for the exclusive NSX. Well, by the time I'm done w/ ... Read More
Just curious if anyone has heard whether Acura has planned a redesign of the RSX for 2006 or 2007. I've looked at many web sites and have not seen any news. thanks
Hey, congrats on joining the 5-figure odometer club. :) :( If Acura could do all those things we want (AWD, 2.2 L engine doing 240 HP, HID headlights, better sound system, and maybe power driver seats) for $25k, I'd consider that a very good value. My warranty runs out in 2006, but I don't think a major redesign will have been done by then. Acura will probably offer new/different colors and ... Read More
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