2000 Acura TL Consumer Discussions

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Targeting a 2012 Acura TL Base model [nyccarguy]

  Written by: billyperksii on Apr 19, 2012 12:32:55 PM

  You would think so but it is not, the doc fees they charge are absurd-$499. 349 so on and so forth- never saw any below $300. Greenwich was pretty cheap charging only $139.00. I dealt with Westchester when I graduated back in 2000. There were several incentives (dealer cash) floating around on the TL. I told the sales guy to factor those numbers in and here was his reply- Don't put ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Another Perspective [nyccarguy]

  Written by: stickguy on Apr 2, 2012 8:59:37 AM

  I still get a laugh out of the people that try to make a NA 328 out to be some kind of slug that can barely get out of it's own way. Unless you are out on a track (and I mean a real track, not auto-x) it is still (even an AWD slushbox) scary fast, when you are talking about driving in the real world. Going back a few years, ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• extended warranty necessary for 07 TL base?

  Written by: rosle9708 on Mar 18, 2012 6:01:12 PM

  I bought this car yesterday, it has 87000 miles. The previous owner seems to have taken good care of it but he did have a power steering fluid leakage recently (fixed). Is it wise to spend ~$2000 for an extended warranty? I only drive ~5000 miles a year. My gut feeling is to have faith in the Acura brand but the fear of being stuck with an expensive lemon is hard ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Acura TL AWD Tech price [ma2010]

  Written by: corvette001 on Mar 13, 2012 4:54:32 PM

  Yes, 33,400 sounds great but if a dealer was to take that offer you would be getting almost all of the Holdback money and in most cases that is unrealistic to think a dealer will give you that unless they are seriously hung with a bunch of a certain car. A more realistic offer on a TL with Tech would be Invoice at $37,737 less dealer incentive of $2000 and less ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: Car Man--2009 Acura TL (Base Model) Lease Rates for March 2009 [Acuratexan]

  Written by: dolsey01 on Mar 12, 2012 8:39:26 AM

  I'm seeing $1750 on standard and $2000 on Tech models.

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Acura TL AWD Tech price [phoebe001]

  Written by: mihink on Mar 7, 2012 4:20:30 PM

  Look at truecar.com and put in your zip. The TL now has a $2000 factory-to dealer incentive. So...try to get the car for at least $2500 BELOW dealer invoice, then add tax/title/license. If the dealer doesn't agree...then move on to a new dealer. Acura/Honda seem to be desperate to sell the car! Good luck!

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: F30 328i [markcincinnati]

  Written by: sweendogy on Feb 23, 2012 6:05:36 PM

  I have never heard a complaint about the Acura clutch or shifter ever--- in fact I miss my 2000 GS-r because it was the nicest manual I have ever driven- I think you should bring it back for a check- I'm sure the Acura dealer has seen probably 2 other tl-s with stick in the past 5 years so dot be surprised I'd they don't know why to do with it. ... Read More

transmission slipping in 03 acura tl

• Re: transmittion slipping in 03 acura tl [dwdraw2]

  Written by: hpmctorque on Feb 3, 2012 6:56:40 PM

  Actually, the transmissions problems began with the introduction of a new 5-speed automatic in the 2000 model year. The '99 had the older, proven 4-speed, which was generally reliable. Yours happened to fail prematurely, which is unfortunate, but one example doesn't prove the rule.

2012 Acura TL

• Only problem with Acura is lack of focus/marketing

  Written by: dougsilver on Dec 23, 2011 5:36:12 PM

  We recently replaced my wife's 2000 TL with a 2012 TL. Actually, while the 2000 served us flawlessly for 12 years we were not really considering another one since there was so much noise being made by the competition like Lexus and Genesis. Still, after driving those we decided to also test drive the TL. Boy, what a wake-up call. It was so much sportier and BMW-like in its drive that ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: 2012 Acura TL base model lease with trade-in [dp007]

  Written by: XxHaimBonxX on Dec 7, 2011 5:13:20 PM

  Doesn't look like a lot of miles on the Honda, why $2000 in the red? Dealer trade-in is $15.5K. Dealer retail is about $18K. Try aiming somewhere in the middle.

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Displacement replacements and other thoughts. . . [sweendogy]

  Written by: tlong on Dec 5, 2011 8:43:01 PM

  While I agree Acura should "advance" I feel they do not need to completely change to awd. They did very well in the 90 and 2000s with a front wheel drive setup. The biggest mistake is they lost its passion and have made the car more Buick then BMW. The dropped the low cost integra that got the youth in the door. They made the tsx bloated and its best car ... Read More

• Re: Displacement replacements and other thoughts. . . [markcincinnati]

  Written by: sweendogy on Dec 5, 2011 5:13:47 PM

  While I agree Acura should "advance" I feel they do not need to completely change to awd. They did very well in the 90 and 2000s with a front wheel drive setup. The biggest mistake is they lost its passion and have made the car more Buick then BMW. The dropped the low cost integra that got the youth in the door. They made the tsx bloated and its best car ... Read More

• Re: 2012 TL SH-AWD [drive4show]

  Written by: markcincinnati on Nov 27, 2011 3:24:09 PM

  I am at 5,000 miles on my 2012 Acura TL SH-AWD Advance. Mileage ranges from 20.+ around town to 25.6+ on trips between Cincinnati and Columbus (about 100 miles each way.) Car requires premium, but I haven't had a car in years that didn't, so that is no biggie. I am at 30% of oil life left and am going to switch to Mobil1 5W-20 at the first oil change; I ... Read More

• Re: New 3 series [sweendogy]

  Written by: billyperksii on Nov 7, 2011 6:51:50 AM

  The point I was trying to make is- Infiniti is spending so much time chasing BMW that they are getting left behind in the dust. Secondly, I base my buying on my own experience with the car and the features that fits my needs. Not like the gullible ones that goes by what some magazine articles states. I say this all the time, back in 2000 when I graduated college, I ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Update

  Written by: dougsilver on Nov 3, 2011 11:14:32 AM

  My wife and I had settled on getting a new TL to replace our 2000 (other cars being considered were Genesis, Lexus ES, Honda Crosstour). We much preferred the drive of the TL versus the Genesis and Lexus and the Crosstour was really something we did not need at this point of our lives). The only problem was that we fell in love with the Mayan Bronze with Parchment interior. We ... Read More

transmission slipping in 03 acura tl

• Re: transmittion slipping in 03 acura tl [chelseafan]

  Written by: 2233 on Aug 25, 2011 6:45:08 AM

  Acura did extend their warranty to 100k on their lousy transmissions several years ago I also had a transmission go out on my 2000 TL last year. The transmission slipped for many many years but they always maintained it was ok. It went out after the 100 k passed but they took 12 days to contact me with their decision that they would do nothing although the transmission issues began at ... Read More

• Re: transmittion slipping in 03 acura tl [hpmctorque]

  Written by: chelseafan on Aug 24, 2011 11:12:19 PM

  My 2000 TL's transmission just went out at 83,000mi. Even with the extended warrenty offered on this model year, Acura refused my request for ANY good faith assistance in replacement costs (due to age of vehicle). Frustrating to say the least, considering I'm the original owner and have purchased 4 Honda/Acura cars over the last 20+ years.

Acura TL 1999-2003

• Re: 2000 Acura 3.2TL Transmission Problem [jmoney89]

  Written by: hpmctorque on Aug 18, 2011 8:25:15 PM

  I'm sorry I can't give you good advice on your first and third questions. Regarding your second question, however, the transmission in the 2000 Accord is different from the one in the 2000 Acura TL. The Accord had the old time tested 4-speed automatic, while the TL featured a new 5-speed. The latter was problematic through about '03, with many owners experiencing the symptoms you described. You didn't mention the mileage ... Read More

2007 Acura TL Power Steering Stiff

• Re: 2007 Acura TL Power Steering Stiff [asingh80]

  Written by: tamer35 on Aug 16, 2011 9:11:16 AM

  I bought a 2007 TL and I also noticed power steering issues from day one. In my case the issue is at idle, which makes parking a 2 hand job at times. I did some investigation by comparing it to my friend's 2006 TL and to other 2007 TLs at the dealership, and by talking to the maintenance team at Sunnyvale Acura. The 2006 model felt normal. The steering was easy ... Read More

Acura TL 1999-2003

• Re: 2000 Acura 3.2TL Transmission Problem [jmoney89]

  Written by: hpmctorque on Aug 2, 2011 7:12:12 PM

  This should be in the Acura TL 1999-2003 discussion.

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Potential second-time buyer in SoCal

  Written by: dougsilver on Jul 23, 2011 10:27:07 AM

  I am back to this forum again (after a number of years) since swmbo is hankering to replace her 2000 TL. I had used this and other forums the first time around back in 1999 to research before buying our first TL. At the time these were clearly the best bang-for-the-buck for someone considering a Lexus ES. However, pricing was largely non-negotiable as they were the hot ticket and already competitively ... Read More

Acura TL Transmission Questions

• 2000 Acura TL 64,000 miles

  Written by: kingfox on Jul 19, 2011 2:42:01 PM

  My Acura is currently in shop to have transmission replaced. I have complained at my last 4 scheduled maintenances that something was wrong - surging on hills, rough shifting (automatic), etc. They never found anything wrong. When I took it in and they told me new trans. needed, I told them I had never had a recall notice. They said I didn't get one because they had installed "an oil squirter ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2005 TL ... 71k miles [delmar1]

  Written by: stickguy on Jun 15, 2011 8:01:27 PM

  that seems way high for the T Belt. Plugs too most likely. And the serp belt should be cheap, just the cost of the belt (no labor) if you do it with the t belt. not sure how much plugs will cost to put in. You need to find a reliable indy, if those are the prices at your dealer. I actually take my 2000 TL to the honda dealer where ... Read More

transmission slipping in 03 acura tl

• Re: transmittion slipping in 03 acura tl [owenpga]

  Written by: hpmctorque on Jun 14, 2011 7:28:00 AM

  The transmission problems began with the 2000 model year, when Acura went from a 4-speed to a new 5-speed automatic. How many miles are on your car? I ask because Honda/Acura extended the warranty for your transmission to 100,000 miles for those model years. I don't know if there's a time limit, but if there is maybe your Acura dealer would give you a pricing concession to repair or replace it. ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Carman question about my deal 2011 TL TECh

  Written by: nacho2 on Feb 12, 2011 8:38:39 AM

  My lease is up on my current tl. The MSRP for a 2011 TL Tech is $39,645. I told the dealer I want to do zero out of pocket. Requested 36mo/12k, residual 57%,MF .00116 are I was offered the vehicle for a selling price of $34,600, with a montly payment of $424.80 including tax(LA County 9.75%tax). I am receiving the $2000 credit, as well as $1500 for going from a TL ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Acura TL w/Tech Package - Lease Question [Car_man]

  Written by: irishys17 on Jan 27, 2011 1:13:31 PM

  Hi Again! Thanks for your reply...I have a few more questions. According to Edmunds.com the invoice on this car is $40,392 but the one I drove had a sticker of $38,895. So, do I offer $37,395 (Invoice - $2000 + $500) as a starting point? Also, if my math is correct the .00153 money factor = 3.672% interest (money factor X 2400) which seems a bit high. When I leased my ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2003 Acura TL-S transmission [dzmouloudiamco]

  Written by: camon on Sep 27, 2010 6:08:40 AM

  Had a similar 2nd gear recall service done on my 2000 TL with 93,000 miles (had no problems previously). Within a few months the whole transmission failed completely. Had to have it towed and the transmission replaced. Your symptoms sound a bit different, however, since it fixes the problem itself when you restart. Can only suggest you return it to the servicing dealer to check for an electrical switching/ solenoid problem ... Read More

Acura TL Transmission Questions

• Re: Acura/Honda junk transmissions [2233]

  Written by: 2233 on Sep 7, 2010 11:40:21 AM

  Just an update on Acura's terrible customer service. My previous post details how my 2000 TL transmission went out after I had complained for 5 years in writing. Acura Customer Service made a laughable offer of $500 towards a $5100.00 transmission replacement. I sold the car to a salvage yard and let the national Acura customer service dept know how dissappointed I was. A few days later I wrote to them ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Check CR Reliability History Charts [smarty666]

  Written by: 2233 on Aug 23, 2010 8:10:50 AM

  Trust me, I've had much better customer service with Infiniti. I guess it comes down to the individual dealership so this can vary from city to city. All I know is that we had 3 Acuras and all 3 had the transmissions go out. That's my experience. Around 2003, my brother and I went shopping for an MDX for him. We asked about the reported transmission problems in the TLs from ... Read More

Acura TL Transmission Questions

• Acura/Honda junk transmissions

  Written by: 2233 on Aug 19, 2010 1:49:11 PM

  I bought a new TL in 2000. About 3 years later the ever present transmission slippage began to occur. I complained to Dave White Acura in Toledo beginning at around 65,000 miles. The oil jet kit was performed. I formally complained to this dealership 6 times over the next 6 years and informally discussed it with the service rep nearly every time I brought it in for service. I asked for ... Read More

• fault code 1709 2000 acura 3.2 tl

  Written by: huggybear3 on May 27, 2009 9:49:01 PM

  I recently bought a 2000 acura 3.2 tl and only had it for just 3 days and went to refuel and after re fueling and proceeded to leave and the dreaded check engine light came on and so i looked in manual and it stated that this could sometimes does this if the fuel cap isn't on right and should go off after three drive cycles but it has now been ... Read More

Acura TL 2009 +

• Re: Evolution not complete makeover [xrunner2]

  Written by: gbosil on Aug 13, 2010 5:16:18 AM

  Okay everybody... Here are the true sales stats for the TL from Acura: 1999 = 56,566 2000 2G = 67,033 2001 = 69,484 2002 = 60,764 2003 = 56,770 2004 3G = 77,895 2005 = 78,218 2006 = 71,348 2007 = 58,545 2008 = 48,766 2009 4G = 33,620 Looks like the new redesign 3G in 2004 is more than double the sales of the current TL 4G. Numbers don't lie. ... Read More

• New TSX commercial

  Written by: rlonn1 on Jul 21, 2010 8:59:23 PM

  I am sure many of you have seen the new TSX commercial where they have a room filled with car engines all running surrounding a canary in a bird cage. Then they turn on the Audio Noise Canceling speakers to show you how quiet it becomes. I know this first hand as my wife has a 2009 TSX, and it works like a bose noise canceling earphones, same principle! I am ... Read More

• Re: Knock, knock! [rlonn1]

  Written by: marcus216 on Jul 21, 2010 7:25:20 AM

  I wholeheartedly agree, rlonn1. I also owned a 2000 TL. It was a nice car for that time. My new TL SH-AWD is miles ahead of that car in every category. I am the type of person that does extensive research on any major purchase whether it is a smart phone, HDTV, or automobile. I spent many hours researching and test driving more than one dozen different vehicles including the Buick ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Acura TL MF and RV for Texas

  Written by: onetrade on Jun 3, 2010 1:29:57 PM

  Texas 36/12 MF and RV Base Acura TL MF: 0.00172 RV: 58% Tech: MF: 0.00172 RV: 55% The Base, at least in NY, sells for around $1000 below invoice and the tech and up about $2000 below invoice :P

Acura TL 1999-2003

• Considering a Used 2003 TL

  Written by: rem1997 on May 5, 2009 1:30:37 PM

  Hello to all. I have been looking at some used 2003 Tl's and found one for $8000 with 86,600 miles on it. This was what I believed to be a pretty good deal until I did some research and discovered the potential tranny problems. What a bummer, I had a 1992 Acura Vigor which was the best car ever and I have been looking forward to trading in my 2000 Impala ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: press request [kirstie_h]

  Written by: manu99 on Mar 23, 2010 11:55:29 PM

  Hey I got a tl tech package last month from weir canyon acura in anaheim msrp $39645.00 neg price $32829.00 (That includes the $2000 rebate) down $1056.00 36 month lease 12k miles/year $465.00/ month incl tax money factor .00204 residual 57%

Acura TL 2009 +

• old days

  Written by: sweendogy on Mar 22, 2010 5:11:28 PM

  I owned a 2000 acura integra GS_R a 4 cyl 170 hp coupe that changed the way people look at compact cars - and was the reason there is now a mazdaspeed, an evo, a WRX in the US market. Acura was bold with its style and performance and didnt care what LExus was doing. Now they have 3 SUV's - 3 sedans- no coupe, converts, or sports cars.-- the division ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Acura Tl lease info

  Written by: manu99 on Mar 5, 2010 10:37:43 PM

  M F .00204 Lease Rebate $2250 (last month $2000) Check out this website http://www.ridewithg.com/

Acura TL Audio

• Re: replace Car Stereo for 2001 TL [nemisis34]

  Written by: jliu_2000 on Mar 3, 2010 4:35:51 PM

  after frustration with FM interference, I bought a wired FM modulator and connect it to the back of factory radio. the vendor gave me the diagram and detailed instruction how to take Acura TL 2001 factory radio out and connect (24 steps). it was a struggle as this is the first for me to dismantle anything from TL but afterwards, it is perfect buy. I hide everything behind the radio and ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Financing VS Cash sale [graphicguy]

  Written by: tudiu on Feb 28, 2010 11:48:14 AM

  Graphicguy, No, There was no trade in involved. I did not even negotiate with the guy at all. All I told him I was from another state not in Virginia. The offer was only on the car included dest charge. Have to add on tax + doc fee. This dealer is in Fall Church VA, RADLEY ACURA. When you contact them, do not tell them you are local. They know you've ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: 2010 TL lease offers [kmk6933]

  Written by: manu99 on Feb 21, 2010 10:37:49 PM

  Hey I just got a tl tech package from weir canyon acura in anaheim on sat msrp $39645.00 neg price $32829.00 (That includes the $2000 rebate) down $1056.00 36 month lease 12k miles/year $465.00/ month incl tax money factor .00204 residual 57%

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2010 TL AWD w/ Tech in Raleigh area [jac1304]

  Written by: rlonn1 on Feb 16, 2010 9:18:20 PM

  Honda America to Dealer $2000 ends March 1st. What will be after that I have no idea. it could be more of the same? I will tell you that 2 weeks ago, the $2000 ended march 31st. Last week it changed to March 1st. At some point manufacturing slow down will catch up with sales. Also, honda America may feel that recent recalls of Toyota and Lexus may increase showroom visits ... Read More

Acura TL 2009 +

• Re: 2010 same ugly snout [graphicguy]

  Written by: sweendogy on Jan 9, 2010 1:07:41 PM

  was it the TL or a buick?? sorry the new GRILL on new acura models is a distraction from the rest of the car. its expressive vs its comp- like lady gaga standing next to taylor swift who would you rather bring home to parents? I would be shocked if acura wasn't working on a fix for 2011-- they should take a clue for buick-- i agree that the service is ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Need buying advice....

  Written by: scarps626 on Jan 4, 2010 10:59:48 AM

  Hello everyone - I'm new to the forum. I'm in the following situation and I'm looking for advice: - My wife and I have 2 cars and both leases are up in the next 2 months. I don't want to lease anymore, so we're getting an old car (98 Sentra) that will get us around the neighborhood and another used car that will be more reliable (possibly an Acura). - I'm ... Read More

Acura TL 1999-2003

• Re: 2003 acura tl 3.2 transmission failure [grizzct]

  Written by: nahoy on Dec 9, 2009 3:02:56 PM

  I had the transmission rebuilt on my 3.2TL (2000) with 130K miles. The cost was $2000.

Acura TL Lease Questions

• NY TL Lease

  Written by: jgrahamiii on Dec 1, 2009 12:28:08 PM

  Hi Car_Man. I'm currently negotation to lease a 2010 TL in NY. At this point, just the base model. This will be my third TL. Dealer quoted $2000 off list without negotiating, which was less than the TMV pricing on Edmunds and about $830 over invoice and a money factor of .00154. Residual of 58%. So seemed pretty good. I didn't see anything on Edmunds about a $2000 manufactuer incentive, though. ... Read More

• 2010 TL Base lease

  Written by: jacktl on Nov 21, 2009 7:52:04 PM

  Just leased a 2010 TL FWD Base - Florida 34242: 36 months 10k mi/yr MSRP $35,915 Cap Cost $31,878 Acq fee $580 Adj Cap Cost $32,458 Residual $21,908 (61%) MF 0.00154 (3.7%) Money down $ 2000 = Doc fees,Taxes, 1st mo, $305 cap cost redux; no sec/rtn Monthly Pmt $ 367 + 7% tax ($26) = $393/mo Hope this helps someone out there who considering leasing this vehicle! I looked at ... Read More

Acura TL vs. Nissan Maxima vs. TL-S

• RE: [smarty666]

  Written by: billyperks2 on Nov 18, 2009 6:52:56 AM

  First off, I was not bashing anyones car, I love Acuras on a whole, I just did care for the previous generation.It blended in too much with the Camrys, Accords and Maximas, that is why I skipped it and waited for the 4th generation (my humble opinion). Secondly, I dont care if every magazine editor and car reveiwer bashes the car, I go with my own taste and how deep my ... Read More

Acura TL Audio

• Re: replace Car Stereo for 2001 TL [nemisis34]

  Written by: jliu_2000 on Oct 20, 2009 9:13:15 PM

  thanks for the detailed info. I temporarily will use a FM transmitter to listen from iPhone when driving. Acura doesn't have any new stereo available for 01 TL, and for the same 01 TL stereo that I am trying to replace but not able to, they are selling as part with listing price of $850.!!! I guess it must be very difficult. otherwise the vendor (Clutchfield) will say they can make ... Read More

• Re: replace Car Stereo for 2001 TL [jliu_2000]

  Written by: nemisis34 on Oct 18, 2009 1:40:08 PM

  It's unusual but the car stereo guy's right...more or less. The factory sub is powered by the factory external amp located behind the passenger side front kick panel. Unless you know about electronics and aren't experieced in it I would suggest not spending the time to attempt wiring anything into that factory amp. Nothing is marked on it and it's difficult to get schematics for it. In most Acura's I've heard, ... Read More

• replace Car Stereo for 2001 TL

  Written by: jliu_2000 on Oct 18, 2009 9:01:04 AM

  I am trying to by a new car stereo (with iPod, Bluetooth, USB) to replace the existing Acura stereo. however it seems Acura has proprietary control and " If the factory radio is replaced, the factory sub will no longer work." - this is what the supplier of new car stereo says. unless I replace it with a new sub which is too much trouble. any suggestion ? thanks

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Sept. 8, Acura w/ tech clean deal

  Written by: vivalasvegas on Oct 5, 2009 12:30:40 PM

  Ok, here is one of the cleanest deals to analyze. Keep in mind that the deal was made on Sept. 8, a month ago when I believe there was $2000 cash to dealer. I highly recommend this dealer. I went through the Edmounds "Get a Quote" where you put in your zip. And one dealer was highlighted at the top as being a dealer that understood what Edmunds and TMV was ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Acura TL AWD with Tech Lease Question

  Written by: bd2000 on Sep 3, 2009 1:13:43 PM

  So here is my scenario. I agreed to lease a 2009 TL AWD w/ Tech that was not yet on the lot with the idea being that the dealer had committed to their Acura Rep to take 5 TL AWD with Tech when built in late August. I got the color (int/ext) I wanted and no one in the new england (Ct, RI, MA, NH) had the color I wanted. The ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• TMV for 2009 Acura TL

  Written by: akadmon on Aug 21, 2009 3:26:52 PM

  Does the TMV reflect the $2000 manufacturer to dealer incentive, or can I deduct it from the TMV? I made an offer for $33K on TL Tech, roughly about $2K under the TMV, and was rejected by 2 dealers, both of whom said the TMV already includes the incentive. Andy

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2005 Acura TL - What is starting to break [bejocund]

  Written by: rvator4 on Jul 29, 2009 6:55:09 PM

  I must have been pretty negligent with my 2000 TL. I drove it for 70K miles in 9 years and my Grand Daughter has put another 15K on it in the past year and it wasn't in the garage except for oil and the tranny recall. I put brakes and rotors on it right before selling it to the GD but none of the things you mentioned were ever done on ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• New Acura TL 2009 w/ Tech - Buying advice needed!

  Written by: prchohan on Jul 15, 2009 5:50:45 PM

  Hi, I am buying my first new car and just came to know of this forum. I am planning to buy a 2009 TL w/ tech package in Hoffman Estates, IL area. A neighboring Acura dealership has an Internet price of $35,600 (plus TTL I'd imagine?). So first of all, how does this Internet price work? Does it mean no negotiation? Given that there is a total of $2000 manufacturer to ... Read More

• Re: Going to go for it [zorro16]

  Written by: jmcmannis on Jun 29, 2009 6:07:36 AM

  zorro, It's interesting how the deals can be so similar now compared to months ago. The price I'm getting now is cheaper b/c of the $2000 dealer incentive but my payment is about the same as when I first looked in December. I'm guessing the residual and money factor have changed which is why my payment is about the same. It's a gamble waiting for the year end model game. Acura ... Read More

Acura TL Electrical System Problems

• Re: My Acura TL 99 engine turns off randomly [moira1]

  Written by: tmasker on Jul 1, 2009 11:00:52 PM

  Hello... curious if any of you were able to get the electrical problems resolved with your 99 TL's. I have a 2000 TL that is shutting off randomly while I'm driving.Thanks in advance for info that can be sent my way... tmasker

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Pricing & Incentives on Acura 2009 TL w/Tech

  Written by: acurashopper on May 24, 2009 6:49:54 AM

  After four months of research and test drives, I finally decided on the 2009 Acura TL with Tech pkg. The email quotes I've received so far range from 34,300 to 36,100 + tax and junk fees. That still seems high, especially with $2000.00 cash back and 2% dealer holdback money. I think $35k out the door would be a fair price for the dealer and me. Each dealer I've visited tells ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• 2009 Tech TL, first few days, issues

  Written by: cvv011 on May 4, 2009 9:47:13 AM

  Pick one up last week. So far, impressed with the car very much. Couple of things thought to bring up: 1. I might be crazy, but on the highway (over 70 m/h), can't seem to drive the car straight... it always seems to pull to either side. I drove Sienna the say day... do not get this feeling. One of the tires reported at 31 psi, compare to the others at ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2009 Acura TL SH-AWD TECH w/ HPT deal [njalan]

  Written by: Chasboy on May 1, 2009 10:59:00 AM

  yes, the internet ladies at Montclair and Bridgewater are both very nice, tho' the Bridgewater one was nicer. According to my CU printout, the model you are seeking invoice price is $40,489 including destination. Dealer incentive is as listed on this sheet 1000, and holdback 1297. I think this printout was just before the month the incentives changed to 2000 for all Techs. CU's 'bottom line' price is $38192. Stay strong, ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Acura TL SH-AWD TECH w/ HPT deal [njalan]

  Written by: billyperks2 on May 1, 2009 7:00:24 AM

  So basically they are pocketing the $2000 and the 2% dealer hold back. We are in the same boat, dealers here in Fairfiled and New Haven County CT are doing the same, they are not sharing any of the $2K available.

• Re: TL-FWD/Tech [Chasboy]

  Written by: njalan on Apr 29, 2009 8:36:49 AM

  It has been over 24 hours since I sent an email to Open Road Acura of Wayne requesting a quote but have not received their response. Either the email address is wrong or they don't care. The manager at Open Road Acura of East Brunswick did offer invoice price less the $2000 incentive but it was still more than $1750 above the $35999 you paid for the same car. Thanks for ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Acura TL, SH-AWD w/Tech [Chasboy]

  Written by: njalan on Apr 26, 2009 3:03:22 PM

  After several months of inactivity (simply not looking) I am back in the hunt for either a 2009 Acura TL SH-AWD with Tech or an Infiniti G37X with similar options. Chasboy, thank you for sharing your purchasing experience with us. I live in central NJ. I am willing to go to any point in NJ to get the TL if the price is so attractive. Please provide the name and town ... Read More

• Re: Used Acura TL.... [toby08]

  Written by: jpdisarro on Apr 25, 2009 7:51:25 AM

  As long as the car has been well maintained, I think you will be very happy with the 05 TL. My family has three TLs, including an 05, and has been very happy with all of them. In terms of reliability, the only serious problem I could imagine is with the transmission, but the 05 transmissions are supposedly much more reliable than those from 2000-2003.

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: March 18,2009 New Money Factors on Acura's [Car_man]

  Written by: luk4my09tltek on Mar 26, 2009 8:01:50 AM

  Carman, my deal was sweetened by this event. Based on the other posts, maybe the Residual was increased instead of the MF. Regardless, my payments came down for which I am happy. Here is the deal I signed for my 09 TL Tech in California. FYI, Since I did not qualify for Super Preferred because my Credit Score was between 700 and 710, they gave me only Preferred at the higher ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Acura TL FWD/ Tech Pkg [retireisp]

  Written by: skodukula on Apr 23, 2009 7:01:13 AM

  All - I picked up my TL with Tech from Continental Acura. They beat the best price by 10% of the difference. Here is the details. MSRP - 39445 Price OTD - 33384 (Incl.Dest, no accesories) Tax - 7.25% Doc fee - 150 Title, Reg - 80 Add below Accesories - Splash Guards Installed - $175 (excl.tax) Trunk Tray and Mats - $ 193 (Excl. Tax) The above rate included the ... Read More

• 2009 Acura TL SH-AWD w/Tech

  Written by: rockrock on Apr 6, 2009 8:01:49 PM

  Just wondering, does anyone know if the $2000 "manufacturer to dealer" is still available from Acura, i'm located in Chicago?

• Louisville YES...New Orleans NO TL w/Tech FWD $33800 few days ago

  Written by: kimsdad on Apr 5, 2009 11:02:51 AM

  Hi... Im from New Orleans. I posted about 2 weeks ago about my problem getting a reasonable price on the 09 TL FWD w/tech package. (See earlier post below) Anyway, earlier this week I ended up flying out to Louisville, KY (Accura at Oxmoor) and picked up the car for $33,800 plus tax title license. It came with full tank of gas. Even after paying $150 for airline ticket, $58 hotel ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: TL TECH Lease Offer [tlcrazy]

  Written by: zepned on Mar 14, 2009 7:11:27 AM

  I will try using these numbers that you gave me with the NJ dealers today. Unfortunately I am not an Acura customer. Is there any way that I can get a car in Indy to NJ? Here is the latest offer that I have in NJ which seems to be the best: TL Tech 12k miles/yr. $2000 down 36 month lease Purchase price - $33,833.71 Final price w/tax & fees - ... Read More

• Re: TL TECH Lease Offer [zepned]

  Written by: tlcrazy on Mar 14, 2009 4:41:58 AM

  zepned, you can get that TL Tech from Ed Martin Acura in Indianapolis for a monthly payment of $442.92 if you get them to reduce the invoice price by $2000 using the Acura dealer cash incentive on the TL Tech, and then put $2,000 cash towards the capital cost reduction. If you have been an Acura lessee you can get an additional $1,500 reduction using the letter that Acura mailed you ... Read More

• Re: Acura TL Lease Quote - South Florida [Kymberlee]

  Written by: zorro16 on Mar 11, 2009 7:46:05 PM

  Kymberlee the invoice price with tech package is $36316 according to edmunds. on top of it acura is offering $2000 incentive until mar 31. i would advise you to target the sale price between $34 - 35k keep on posting

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: REBATE CORRECTION [Chasboy]

  Written by: Chasboy on Mar 6, 2009 9:45:40 AM

  I just was advised and verified on Consumer Reports that the rebate on NON Tech TL's is $1000, not $2000, which is on the other models. That increased my price quote. I almost committed to a deal, but now am a bit turned off. I have an out the door price of 39346.80 from Springfield and 39171.43 from Open Road Acura of Wayne.

• TL Deals

  Written by: amoviefan1 on Mar 5, 2009 11:05:29 AM

  With the state of the economy, I'm holding out to pay no more than invoice price minus the $2000 rebate (front-wheel drive or SH-AWD TECH) and including the destination charge and the 3.9% financing for 5 years. To me, there's no reason to pay a penny more than that since I have the ability to wait a few months, if needed. Example 1: NEW 2009 Acura TL w/TECH (Front-Wheel Drive) Sticker ... Read More

• Re: 2009 TL AWD without Tech

  Written by: Chasboy on Mar 4, 2009 2:27:40 PM

  I am negotiating now. I was told that there is a $2000 rebate. It is in the form of a rebate back to the dealer, but he used that as a way to get me to a price of $35,445 for the above car with splash guards and wheel locks. This was Springfield Acura in NJ.

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: Car Man--2009 Acura TL (Base Model) Lease Rates for March 2009 [Car_man]

  Written by: Acuratexan on Mar 4, 2009 6:45:55 AM

  I thought the dealer cash was $2000?

Acura TL Real World MPG

• Acura TL mileage

  Written by: flanker0219 on Feb 2, 2009 5:05:50 PM

  Hi, I have an 08 TL with approx 2000 miles on it. I mostly drive in the city on roads where the average speed limit is about 40-45 mph. My trip computer shows 15 mpg - today I was observing the range and it dropped by about 20 miles when infact I had driven just about 11 miles. I am not an aggressive driver however most of my trips are short ... Read More

Acura TL 1999-2003

• sup (zin0)

  Written by: hpmctorque on Jan 24, 2009 1:06:31 PM

  Relax, it seems to me you bought yourself a nice car, not a nightmare. Let us know what the Acura dealer says. Let's assume the worst, and the transmission fails. Acura has extended the warranty on the transmissions on the 2000 - 2003 model years to 100,000 miles or 7 years, whichever comes first. Therefore, the bottom line is that your car is still covered and will be for a while ... Read More

• 2002 Acura TL-S (kingkhalas)

  Written by: hpmctorque on Jan 5, 2009 4:21:29 AM

  The new-for-2000 5-speed automatic was indeed problematic, but the good news is that Acura stepped up to the plate and replaced those that went bad under warranty. From what I know, the automatic transmission on the next generation TL ('04-'08) was reliable. My wife's '99 has the older 4-speed automatic, which, at 115,000 miles, has been trouble free. We also replaced the motor mounts, though, at about the same mileage as ... Read More

• 2002 Acura TL-S

  Written by: kingkhalas on Jan 4, 2009 9:44:49 PM

  I've got about 90K miles on my acura. I've had to replace the transmission twice (covered under warranty) and have also had a similar problem with a 2000 Honda Odyssey. I think Honda/Acura made some poor transmissions for these cars. Also recently had to replace the engine mounts ($$$) which I was told by a few acura places is a common problem. Overall, it's been a pretty good car, but the ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Acura TL SH-AWD Lease

  Written by: Foraneman on Dec 21, 2008 4:27:06 AM

  Just wrapped up a lease on an 09 TL SH-AWD w/ TECH (Crystal black pearl w/ Umber leather interior--very sharp). The numbers: MSRP 42995.00 Sell Price 41775.30 Acquisition fee 595.00 Down payment 1050.59 Adjusted cap cost 41319.71 Residual (61%) 26226.95 for 36 mos/30 K miles Money factor is .00165 Base monthly payment 530.69 + 5.5% WI sales tax Total MP = 559.88 Out of pocket 2000.00 (includes down payment, 1st month, ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 08 TL w/o Nav for ~$27k+TTL [2008stype]

  Written by: mugenex6 on Dec 17, 2008 2:53:20 PM

  I contacted Rizza Acura, talked to the general Manager himself, they do have a 2008 Type S with Special Chrome Wheels and some type of All Season Tires. This car has FIVE THOUSAND MILES on it however.....and they are NOT willing to adjust price for the 5000 Miles that they have put on it. They're giving me Invoice Minus 3500 Rebate, but ADD $2500 for the Rims and Tires. I researched ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Leasing 09 TL AWD with Tech

  Written by: njalan on Dec 9, 2008 4:29:44 PM

  My local Acura dealership (central NJ) just called me earlier today to let me know that the leasing deal is better than last month. However, I wonder if it is truly attractive at all. Here are the figures he presented: Money factor: 0.00165 for 36 months (both 10000 miles & 12000 miles annually). Residual value: 61% for 10000 miles, and 60% for 12000 miles. List price of car: $42995 including destination. ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 08 TL incentives [dbrewer514]

  Written by: mammom on Dec 7, 2008 6:59:49 PM

  I got one of the last 2 one. There is another one left with 2000 miles on. The one I bought had 67 miles on. Yes, it is a local Acura dealer.

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Acura TL 2000 w/ navagation A/C problem

  Written by: JCArteaga on Nov 24, 2008 4:13:53 PM

  I have an Acura TL 2000 with navagation and the A/C controls do not seem to work. I try to turn it off on the navagation screen and it will not turn off. None of the controls on the screen seem to respond except the ones that change the direction of the airflow. The speed controls and on and off do not respond. Can anyone help before I have to take ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: Acura TL: Lease Questions [privatepilot83]

  Written by: njalan on Oct 29, 2008 10:28:12 PM

  Hi privatepilot83: I need your help in figuring out a lease program for a 2009 TL AWD with navigation, which comes out early November. The salesman at a NJ dealership told me the MSRP would be around $43000 with possible discount of $1800 for a purchase. If the money factor is 0.00290 and the residual value is 65% for a 36 month with 12000 miles per year, what kind of monthly ... Read More

Acura TL Electrical System Problems

• Acura TL 2000 Electrical nightmare!!!!

  Written by: insherah on Oct 20, 2008 6:20:46 AM

  This car is the worst; it has some weird electrical issue. It losses power when you drive it some times and the light on the dashboard come on intermittently when it is losing power. I always heard that Acura are good cars, but I will have to go back to the Nissan . I took it to a mechanic and since it is fine some times and only flashes and losses ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Cash rebate and Special financing on 2008 TL is aparantly availalble

  Written by: snm on Sep 27, 2008 9:14:09 AM

  I picked up my base 2008 TL two weeks ago for $27,500 (plus TTL) without the special financing (was told could not be combined). I got an email yesterday from Arlington Acura in IL that the $3500 can now be combined with the special financing. I replied asking for a price quote if I intend to take advantage of the special financing and got ~$27,400 for a base TL and ~29,500 ... Read More

• 2008 is Great

  Written by: decisions2 on Sep 7, 2008 9:08:00 AM

  I purchased my 2008TL at the end of March and it has been a great car! I was hesitant at the time to wait for the 2009 to hit the streets, and knowing that the body style was changing sort of made me double think the car while I was shopping around. I was really close to buying the top of the line Honda Accord, but the truth is that the ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Bad door lock actuator - HELP

  Written by: johnhiii on Aug 20, 2008 4:23:44 PM

  My front passenger door lock actuator is quickly dying. (makes a grinding sound) I was able to remove the door panel but I cannot figure out how to remove either the actuator or the entire lock assembly. This is in a 2000 TL. Does anyone know how to do this? I am trying not to spend $70 on the service manual. I can get a new actuator from Mag Auto for ... Read More

Acura TL 2009 +

• Re: Pictures [sbtatter]

  Written by: xrunner2 on Jul 28, 2008 8:05:07 AM

  Thanks for posting those pictures. What have Acura done with that big, flashy, ugly chrome beak of a front grill? Isn't that the ugliest, "look at me" monstrosity you've ever seen on a car? Very well stated. Grille reminds of some kind of bird cartoon character. Can't think of which one. Somebody on Acura design team from old Pontiac Aztek? Why couldn't Honda/Acura simply have evolved the TL as Porsche has ... Read More

• 09' Looks and MPG

  Written by: marc52 on Jul 27, 2008 9:42:39 AM

  As far as I can see the car will take some getting used to but I am actually surprised and somewhat excited. I was not in favor of the last generation TL and need to see the interior and the whole car up close before I make a decision. Let me ask a question, I currently own a 2001 TL which is a very good car, I get 19 MPG in ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2000 Acura TL A/C Issues? [aghmom]

  Written by: mikep7 on Jul 25, 2008 5:11:40 AM

  mine is having the same problem, how did it go at the dealer?

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Current Acura TL Offers [kcs76]

  Written by: kingpcgeek on Jul 24, 2008 4:29:57 PM

  That is really no different then any other manufacturer, most of them have the same caveat. Acura is different in some respects, you can get the cash when leasing. Infiniti is running $2000 dealer cash right now, but you cannot get it on leases.

Acura TL 2009 +

• TL

  Written by: sbtatter on Jul 20, 2008 12:59:30 PM

  From one of the best looking cars on the road to this?? God I hope it looks better "in the flesh" than these 2 pictures portray...I've been an Acura owner since 2000 but I don't think I'm going to be able to continue once it's time to trade my 07 type S!!!!

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 Base TL without Navi quote: Is this a good deal? [newbmr]

  Written by: creativecat on Jul 5, 2008 8:22:59 AM

  Sent out email for internet quotes for the three Acura dealerships in my area (midwest) for a base 2008 TL with navigation, here are the replies. First dealership: "we don't do this by email, please call or come on in!" Second dealership: "32, 554, or if you want the good financing (0.9%) then it would be 2000 more." Third dealership : "Here's the MSRP on the TL without navi, with navi ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2000 Acura TL A/C Issues? [asully1979]

  Written by: aghmom on Jun 6, 2008 5:10:12 AM

  This is my first post so I hope it is in the right place? We just had a 2002 acura tl transported from florida (it was my moms car) she had purchased a new car and hadn't started the acura in 3 weeks in the hot florida sun; when the transport guy went to start the car it wouldn't start so he sprayed some wd40 on the air filter and it ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 Acura TL Base Model / no Nav / purch price [ktate]

  Written by: acuradriver3 on May 26, 2008 8:29:16 PM

  Kevin: The price of the car itself incldg dest only was $29,250 final cost BEFORE tax, title/reg, tire tax and doc fees. I did not know of, nor did I get a $2500 rebate. This was a cash purchase. When I first started researching, I was told that there was a special 1- Lease deal from Acura and 2- a special financing deal from Acura but nothing about a direct to ... Read More

Acura TL Transmission Questions

• Re: 2000 Acura TL Transmission Problem [asv77]

  Written by: unclelee on May 20, 2008 2:41:49 PM

  We have a 2000 TL also, with 260.000 miles. Its on its third tranny. We dont deal with the Acura people when it comes to tranny work.(we get better warranties from a local tranny shop that the Acura guys recommended REALLY!) The story we are told is this. The housing that the tranny comes in has a sensor/computer attached to it that cannot be removed.This box is what causes the tranny ... Read More