2010 Acura TL Consumer Discussions

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Entry level luxury car recommendations` [btc33]

  Written by: dino001 on Feb 16, 2012 1:55:57 PM

  I assume you want a used car - and it has to be quite used (4+ years old). I own BMW myself, but bought it new with maintenance. I love, but would not get one for 18 grand, especially if did not have more money to spend after the purchase. If maintenance costs are real issue for you, start with Acura TSX or TL. TL is definitely more luxurious, but more ... Read More

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

  Written by: nyccarguy on Dec 5, 2011 2:40:51 PM

  My thoughts on my 2010 TSX sort of echo some of your feelings toward your TL SH-AWD. The engine/transmission combination is very smooth. They feel perfectly matched together. I don't oogle over the styling of my TSX like say a 335i w/ M Sport Package, but its design is handsome & far from boring. Could my TSX use more power via DI, FSI, Turbo, or Supercharging? Yes, but then how much ... Read More

• Re: 2012 TL SH-AWD [drive4show]

  Written by: markcincinnati on Nov 28, 2011 2:47:57 PM

  I have (correction, my wife and I have had) twenty-nine Audi's, three BMW's and two VW's since the mid 1970's. We currently have a 2011 Infiniti FX35 AWD Premium and a 2012 Acura SH-AWD Advance. The Acura, upon first test drive (in a day with several test drives over identical routes and speeds, etc) was "close to" a 2011 Audi S4 Premium+ without any additional options (that is, it did not ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Costco gas

  Written by: sdginz13 on Nov 7, 2011 2:35:36 PM

  I would like to let my fellow Acura owners know about the issues I have had with using gas from Costco. My 2010 Acura TL SH-AWD died on me the other day and would not restart. It was towed to the nearest dealer where they determined the engine failure was due to contaminated gas that I purchased @ Costco. It resulting in having to replace the cars ECU and fuel injectors, ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: What is the best way to get a Serious [andres3]

  Written by: markcincinnati on Oct 26, 2011 10:35:49 AM

  Check this out -- and what you will read is about the big beak 5-spd version of the TL vs the toned down, little beak, 6-spd version of the TL. In this test, the cars had manual transmissions, to be clear. http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/driven/1008_2010_acura_tl_sh_awd_vs_2010_au- - di_s4/index.html

Acura TL Navigation System Hints and Experiences

• Re: Time of arrival [svetule4ek]

  Written by: cpn2 on Oct 10, 2011 5:45:15 PM

  I'm pretty sure you cannot change it. I foolishly purchased the updated disk (for2010). The only changes are some expansions in map coverage and new POIs. Regarding the latter (which I have an ongoing beef with Acura about), they do not tell you that the 2010 update is the same as that installed in the 2010 Acura which came out in 2009. Their cutoff date for production is June 30th. Navteq, ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: " Not even close in comparison... "

  Written by: markcincinnati on Sep 30, 2011 1:15:18 PM

  Well, having driven both the S4 and the TL back to back, I can say they are close, if you don't consider the price -- the TL is, IMHO, kind of an Audi AS4, if such an animal actually was available from Audi. Of the Audi S4 and Acura TL, Automobile Magazine said: "If it seems like neither car can pull an advantage here without the other catching up, you've been ... Read More

• After 29, yes, 29 Audis. . .

  Written by: markcincinnati on Sep 29, 2011 1:48:07 PM

  . . .I can tell you that the Acura is not an Audi (DOH!) but as mine is equipped (2012 TL SH-AWD Advance Package), it is a capable car. Believable as an EL Luxury Performance Sedan -- totally believable. It would be more believeable if Acura had chosen the best available Ultra High Performance A/S shoes instead of the "OK" Goodyear RS-A's. My 2009 Audi A4 was special ordered with the ... Read More

• Acura vs. The Germans

  Written by: nyccarguy on Sep 28, 2011 1:28:41 PM

  graphicguy & markincincinati - I think the 2 major things you'll both notice that are different between your current & former TL SH AWD & current BMW & Audi are: Steering. Having never driven a TL SH AWD, just my 2010 TSX, I can tell you the electric power steering stinks. Road feel is non-existant at low speeds. At higher speeds it is really nice and tight though. Brakes. There is ... Read More

Acura TL Navigation System Hints and Experiences

• Re: 2008 Acura TL Navigation Error [yoyoone]

  Written by: yoyoone on Sep 23, 2011 7:07:51 AM

  very common issue... i now have the 2010 tl... the navi recently said... stay on road for a while... great response.. i pushed voice again... then it said how many miles... i think the woman in the navi has a sense of humor. good l,uck w

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Price advice on Acura TL 2010 CPO

  Written by: sanj2011 on Sep 1, 2011 8:02:17 AM

  What is a reasonable price (w/o TTL) for a certified 2010 Acura TL Base (no tech, FWD), less than 12000 miles for NJ? Also, what sort of additional services usually Acura dealers usually try to sell? I heard about paint protection etc. Are they worth it? Thanks in advance.

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: 2012 TL vs 2012 C Class vs G37 [pr2az]

  Written by: nyccarguy on Aug 25, 2011 10:50:08 AM

  It all depends on your driving style & what is important to you (performance, style, interior comfort, features, trunk space, rear passenger space, driving dynamics...). Especially if you are leasing, all the cars you mentioned will be covered by their respective factory warranties for the duration of your lease (& probably beyond). Reliability should pretty much a non-issue. Mercedes has been running some insanely cheap lease deals lately. Especially on leftover ... Read More

• Re: Need help deciding on a used '08-'09 entry level lux sedan [kirstie_h]

  Written by: 2233 on Aug 22, 2011 4:39:22 PM

  I currently drive a 04 Infiniti G35 AWD and my wife drives an 07 G 35 AWD. Both are great cars. They handle very well on dry, wet and snow pavements. My daughter owns a 09 Accord and I would also rate that highly. My other daughter drives 2010 Altima, 4 cylinder. Both are very reliable and handle well for front drive vehicles. Neither handle as well as the G35s. I've ... Read More

• Re: Need help deciding on a used '08-'09 entry level lux sedan [thewolf49]

  Written by: tlong on Aug 22, 2011 9:28:30 AM

  2008 Acura TL 2009 Nissan Maxima 2012 V6 Mustang 2009 Honda Accord Coupe (AT) 2008 Infiniti G35 2010 Nissan Altima 3.5 SR TL - I have an '05 and it has been bulletproof for 111K miles. Not a fabulous handler, it wallows a bit in turns. Lots of power but some torque steer (automatic tranny). Maxima - no experience. They're kind of rare around here. Mustang - less refined, which can ... Read More

• Need help deciding on a used '08-'09 entry level lux sedan

  Written by: thewolf49 on Aug 21, 2011 5:12:50 PM

  Hello all, I'm new to the forum and I need some help choosing a used, two to three year old sedan, that has some power behind it. I'm looking at: 2008 Acura TL 2009 Nissan Maxima 2012 V6 Mustang 2009 Honda Accord Coupe (AT) 2008 Infiniti G35 2010 Nissan Altima 3.5 SR Please consider reliability and maintenance costs for these vehicles when making suggestions. I want this car to last. You ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Help in TL lease price

  Written by: tennisfan23 on Jul 8, 2011 12:08:12 PM

  Question for Car_man: I am in the process of trying to lease a 2012 acura TL base. Live in Columbus, Ohio Here is what I am being offered. Sales price = $33,316 35 mo lease / 12k year 1,500 down @ $472.00 /month. I am trading in a 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. I having about 2,800 in neg equ. Does this sound like a good deal with the trade? I am ... Read More

• Re: 2012 tech acura tl lease [yen2012]

  Written by: eross on Jun 29, 2011 9:36:33 PM

  hi, leased a 2012 TL with tech package and protection package, 15k, 36 month lease, traded in my 2010 with 32000 miles. 500 down and 440 month including taxes and license. was this a good deal anyone? i thought it was, but not so sure now.

• Acura lease

  Written by: coachjkm on Jun 27, 2011 6:37:54 PM

  Hey guys My acura dealer called me today and said that they would take my 2010 TL with 22K put me in a new 2012 at same monthly payment or less. What is the catch?

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Need Help! New 2010 TL with Tech

  Written by: mlb2011 on Jun 24, 2011 11:26:29 AM

  Hi- I'm new to this site. I've read a lot of great discussion points here and decided to get some thoughts on my own situation. There is a local Acura dealership (California) with a 2010 TL w/Tech pkg. Car is new, but with ~600 miles on the odometer. Though the car is technically new it is now obviously 2 model years old, so I'm having trouble gauging fair value. Thoughts on ... Read More

Acura TL 2009 +

• Re: acura tl 2008 type s vs. ACURA TL tech pkg [yoyoone]

  Written by: marcus216 on Jun 23, 2011 8:22:33 AM

  I have a year old 2010 TL SH-AWD without the tech. I use an $80 Garmin as my NAV system and it works fine for me. I really do like the car. The SH-AWD is great here in Northeast Ohio with all the snow we receive. The car handles like it is on rails. I have driven the last generation model and it is quite a different feel than the new ... Read More

• 2010 acura TL

  Written by: jkobty2 on Jun 20, 2011 5:29:45 PM

  Hi, my wife has the 2010 Acura TL with the 3.5L engine. I just found out this engine has a timing belt. Is this true? is the engine an interference engine? How much does it usually cost to replace the timing belt and water pump assembly and at what mileage should it be done?

Acura TL Navigation System Hints and Experiences

• Bugs in the 2010 TL Nav version

  Written by: cpn2 on Jun 4, 2011 1:53:14 PM

  I updated my 2005 TL NAV disk to the 2010 version. Since then, I've found many bugs in the routing and systemically missing POI's. Has anyone else encountered problems? Routing Errors - a sample: System routed me 16.2 miles - 23 minutes (for Direct and Easy Routes) on a toll road. Switched to Minimize Freeways and got a route that was 4.3 miles - 16 minutes. NAV systems often do not ... Read More

Acura TL Squeaks and Rattles

• Re: 2010 TL - Shimmering Vibrations & Paint [smarty666]

  Written by: rs55 on Jun 4, 2011 1:49:28 PM

  I’m absolutely in agreement with you. I had my 2003 A6 for three years with no issues other than the aluminum trim around the windows turning amber. Customer service was good. The car was returned clean the techs always covered up the seats and floor before driving the car. My experience with ACURA has been miserable. You are treated like they are doing you a favor. You get a “free” car ... Read More

• Re: 2010 TL - Shimmering Vibrations & Paint [smarty666]

  Written by: gbosil on Jun 1, 2011 5:03:11 AM

  Smarty...honestly...and I mean HONESTLY..I would NEVER of thought I would purchase an Audi ...Trust me! Just because of their past history. But I am SO GLAD I DID! I have ALWAYS owned Japaneese my whole life! But the Audi Customer Service is TOP NOTCH, the Service Dept is TOP NOTCH.... etc on and on and on... I am so impressed!! They treat you like a individual NOT A NUMBER like Acura! ... Read More

• Re: 2010 TL - Shimmering Vibrations & Paint [gbosil]

  Written by: smarty666 on May 31, 2011 5:07:13 PM

  Don't get me wrong, Audi has improved in reliability from a few years ago but they still are no where near Acura, Lexus, and even BMW is in terms of reliability. They still rank pretty low in that category and their sales are pretty abysmal as well. Its interesting you put them in the same category as BMW, Lexus, and Mercedes, yet they still have come no where near to having ... Read More

• Re: 2010 TL - Shimmering Vibrations & Paint [billyperks2]

  Written by: gbosil on May 26, 2011 7:43:38 AM

  Billy I think you are drinkin' too much Honda cool-aid! Audi has come a long way in the reliabilty dept over the years. In the 2,100 miles I have on my Audi "0" problems thus far. Between my TLS and TSX I had my new cars at the dealship..(and I checked my reciepts from the dealer in their respective files that I keep) combined 9 times between the two first 3K ... Read More

• Re: 2010 TL - Shimmering Vibrations & Paint [gbosil]

  Written by: billyperks2 on May 24, 2011 10:13:24 AM

  Come on gbosil, when it comes to reliablity, Acura is way ahead of Audi in that IN CATEGORY.

• Re: 2010 TL - Shimmering Vibrations & Paint [sicilia]

  Written by: gbosil on May 23, 2011 6:22:33 AM

  Well..I have a 07' TLS ..great car awesome paint quality..build is very good too..won't part with it! HAD A (2010 TSX BLK TECH) Paint was horrible! I did alot of HWY too and honestly after a few months it looked like a shotgun went off on the front end! Absolutely the worst paint quality! Squeakes and rattles started ..car drove me nuts! Sold it outright with 20K miles! Bought a new ... Read More

• 2010 TL - Shimmering Vibrations & Paint

  Written by: sicilia on May 22, 2011 9:54:02 AM

  Just turned 16K miles and one year in service-- yes I do alot of long road trips of extended highway driving- and now have developed a shimmering vibration on the right front end. Took it to the dealer who re-balanced the wheels, along with rendering a diagnosis that the alloy rims somehow develop this syndrome under normal wear. Anyways, problem has dropped off thru 60-65 mph, but still persists above that ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Acura TL Base (FWD) deal, need advice

  Written by: eined on May 20, 2011 9:46:24 AM

  All, I currently have a 2010 Acura TSX (i4) with Tech package with 19000 miles on it. Its exactly one year old. My dealership contacted me about a buyback program with 20% over fair market value. I would love some advice on whether the deal seems decent or not. I bought my car new in 2010 for 28990 (TSX with Tech). It now has 19000 miles on it, and is in ... Read More

Torn between the Taurus SHO and the Acura TL AWD/Tech

• Re: Torn between the Taurus SHO and the Acura TL AWD/Tech [catz12]

  Written by: ryguy91 on Apr 10, 2011 10:23:50 PM

  I would highly suggest the SHO. My uncle has a 2010 with the performance package and it is a great car. And to add on top of the already potent 365bhp powerplant, he sent his SHO off to Hennessey Performance. They installed the MaxBoost package which raised it to 445bhp. And it makes that 4000lb behemoth run like a sports car. And you can always put the programmer in and change ... Read More

Acura TL Squeaks and Rattles

• 2010 TL rattles

  Written by: rs55 on Apr 6, 2011 8:53:35 AM

  October 21st 2010 I traded my 2009 TL-TECH for a 2010 TL-SH-AWD-TECH with 40 miles on the odometer at the ACURA of Peoria AZ dealership. November 4th 2010 brought the car in to adjust misaligned hood door edge guards and a RATTLE coming from the rear passenger side. Rattle not found working according to factory specs. Odometer: 480 miles. November 16th 2010 brought the car in for RATTLE this time isolated ... Read More

Torn between the Taurus SHO and the Acura TL AWD/Tech

• Re: Ford Taurus SHO specs? [njvike]

  Written by: gbosil on Apr 6, 2011 5:26:36 AM

  Well I also have a 2007 Acura TL Type S and 2010 Acura TSX Tech. Just traded my TSX for a 2011 Audi S4 340 HP 333 Pd Ft Torque 0-60 in 4.7 DSG Transmission and Qtr Mile in 12.7! Granted this is a 60K car. Now don't get me wrong I love my TL and won't part with it. I think the build quality is superior in every way. Love ... Read More

2012 Acura TL

• Re: 2012 TL Refresh ? ? Come on! [billyperks2]

  Written by: gbosil on Feb 16, 2011 11:19:42 AM

  Well for one I am trading my 2010 TSX and keeping my TLS. Love my TLS and get constant compliments. The TSX w/V6 is a joke in my driving opinion. Handles like crap. Gas mileage sux too. I've owned it for over a year now and really unhappy with the fit and finish of the car. Paint is paper thin and is chipping all over the front from HWY driving. Acura ... Read More

• 2012 TL Refresh ? ? Come on!

  Written by: gbosil on Feb 16, 2011 5:14:27 AM

  I currently own a 2007 TLS and 2010 TSX so therefore dedicated to the Acura Brand. Lately I have been very dissapointed with Acura. Their design direction is somewhat misguided and their lineup lacking a performance line up. Their service sucks also. I've noticed a steep decline in lately. The 2012 TL in my mind is no different than the 2009-2011 TL period + or - a few add ons. It's ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2011 Acura TL SH-AWD w/Technology Package Lease [cerega]

  Written by: jaymk on Feb 15, 2011 11:08:06 PM

  I dont know much about leasing, but this dont look like to be a good deal at all. You can definitely negotiate more on the selling price. To give You an idea, I paid $37500 for my 2010 TL AWD Tech when it came out. Good Luck in Your search. Thankyou.

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: TL Tech & Non Tech [jamesbond15]

  Written by: derrico on Feb 11, 2011 9:13:59 AM

  Hey James, Thanks for your help. I did ask Carman the residuals on the 7th, but he has not had time to get back to me. I ran the numbers for the existing base 2011 zero down lease and it looks pretty good. cap cost set to 33k Money Factor = .00106 Residual 60% no sec deposit, nothing down, and the dealership picks up the first payment. so 35 months of ... Read More

• Re: TL Tech & Non Tech [jamesbond15]

  Written by: derrico on Feb 8, 2011 2:54:05 PM

  I guess from everything I have read, the residual on a 2010 would be lowered by Acura financial, so the price of the lease is going to be covering the depreciation, say...from 30k to 17k instead of 33k to 22k. So in that sense if you were not careful you could pay more to lease an older car. (or do I understand that wrong) It seems like knowing what the correct ... Read More

• Re: Need Help PLEASE - 2010 Acura TL+Tech [vjoshi]

  Written by: jamesbond15 on Feb 5, 2011 1:58:15 PM

  I would aim for $33k total (including destination charge). That would be a really good deal. You can see what cars are selling in your area at truecar.com.

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2010 Acura TL Tech [vjoshi]

  Written by: winston18 on Feb 5, 2011 6:25:48 AM

  That's what I paid at continental in Naperville it's a good price Inc low rate financing

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Need Help PLEASE - 2010 Acura TL+Tech

  Written by: vjoshi on Feb 4, 2011 7:09:52 PM

  I am planning to buy Acura TL 2010 with Tech. I have just started the process and need to know which Dealers in the west of O'hare airport (Chicago) can offer a good deal? Anyone has any ideas? I got an internet quote for #33K plus $860 destination saying the price is valid only for 3 days. I dont believe these numbers as 2010's are already old but do not have ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2010 Acura TL Tech [fkhan]

  Written by: vjoshi on Feb 4, 2011 6:49:51 PM

  Did you end up buying the 2010 TL Tech? I am also looking for a 2010 TL Tech pretty soon (like in next one week) and am getting prices that are all over the place. One dealer quoted me 33K+860 destination. Any good dealers in the Chicagoland area?

• 2010 Acura TL Tech

  Written by: fkhan on Jan 24, 2011 2:02:20 PM

  I'm in the market for a 2010 TL Tech. I got an offer from a local dealer on a Brand New 2010 TL Tech at the price $32744 otd with the 0.9 apr for 60 months financing. Does anyone if this is a good price or should I keep searching? I would appreciate the advice. Thanks

• Cost of a 2009 TL + Tech + AWD with 18k

  Written by: kaduu on Jan 14, 2011 9:02:37 PM

  I am in the market for a used TL 2010 Tech AWD. I was a non Acura dealer today and he brought it down from 33450 to 32450+TTL while I was willing to offer him 29250 + TTL. This car has 18000k miles on it and one year of factory warranty left. What do you think should be my next best reasonable offer? I am thinking that since the KBB trade ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: 2011 TL AWD w/ Tech leased in NJ [nybroker]

  Written by: arijac on Jan 2, 2011 1:16:33 PM

  I got 3 quotes: for the 2010 it was from curry acura, (ask fo uri) , one from brooklyn acura only one color though, and get this Randye acura in MD offered me the same deal for a 2011 aura tl

• is this a good deal for a acura 2010 tl lease?

  Written by: arijac on Jan 1, 2011 10:28:12 AM

  Have been quoted for a 30 month lease 318/month 10K (15$ more per month for 12K) with tax,dealer fee 95, bank fee 595,down payment of 699... this is for a 2010 acura TL Is it a good deal? thanks

• is it a good lease deal acura tl 2010

  Written by: arijac on Jan 1, 2011 4:34:10 AM

  Have been quoted for a 30 month lease 318/month 10K (15$ more per month for 12K) with tax,dealer fee 95, bank fee 595,down payment of 699... this is for a 2010 acura TL Is it a good deal? thanks

• Re: 2010/2011 TL Residuals and Money Factors [gguy8]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 28, 2010 6:19:28 AM

  You're very welcome gguy8. Chances are the fact that the dealership is absorbing the final two payments on your current lease is hampering your ability to get the lowest possible selling price on your new vehicle. There's only so much profit in any given deal. While there's no guarantees about what manufacturers will do with their future incentives programs, I strongly suspect that Acura will have at least $1,500 dealer cash ... Read More

• 2011 Acura TL Lease Deal

  Written by: soulman1980 on Dec 19, 2010 10:17:01 AM

  I just wanted to thank you guys (esepcially Carman) for all your help and what you do at this forum. While I just signed up today, I've been eyeing the lease deals for TSX's and TL's for the past few months on this forum and it has really helped me make an informed decision. I just did a 3-year 15/k mile a year lease on a new 2011 Acura TL Tech ... Read More

• Re: 2010/2011 TL Residuals and Money Factors [Car_man]

  Written by: gguy8 on Dec 17, 2010 12:23:53 AM

  Thanks so much for the info. car man! I greatly appreciate it! I do have another couple questions for you though. The one dealership I was dealing with was willing to deduct my two infiniti payments left off the price of the new acura if I lease it by the end of December, is that something I should consider? Also, if I do decide to wait until February to lease the ... Read More

• Re: Why so Hard? [amoreno]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 16, 2010 4:17:15 PM

  Hi amoreno. Acura's December buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a base 2010 TL with 12,000 miles per year are .00144, .00172, or .00107 and 54%. The exact money factor varies by region. If you tell me what state you are in, I'll gladly tell you the exact factor that is available in your area. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• just purchased a 2010 base tl

  Written by: tl2010 on Dec 13, 2010 9:49:20 AM

  I just recently purchased a 2010 acura tl grigeo with ebony interior. The asking price was 35,915 but with the 5000 dollar off rebate acura is giving now brought the price to 30,915. You need to also ask for the dealer to manufactor discount also, which is $1,250. You don't need to pay for the destination fee of $860 because they didn't just bring your car to the dealership (each truck ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• 2010/2011 TL Residuals and Money Factors

  Written by: gguy8 on Dec 12, 2010 8:34:36 PM

  Dear Carman, I am looking to lease either a 2010 or 2011 TL in New Jersey (36 months/15,000 miles per year) and am wondering if you could answer a few questions that I have. First, could you please supply me with all the lease info (residuals/money factors) for all the different versions of the TL for those years for December? Second, I am currently leasing a 2007 Infiniti G35x that will ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Just bought TL SH-AWD w/Tech 6spd MT [jph57]

  Written by: asianboy on Dec 11, 2010 12:21:21 AM

  hello all, i got an offer for a 2010 acura TL AWD with tech for 35000K . The dealership is located in another state without sales tax, oregon. I live in seattle. I want to know what sort of steps i can take, i.e. docs from dealership, voicemail confirmation, etc.. to make sure that they won't do a switch a roo (spelling?) on me once i get to the dealership. It ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• 2010 Acura Lease- Need advice!!

  Written by: newdrivercomin on Nov 3, 2010 7:43:04 PM

  Hello Car Man & all!! I just recently received an offer for a 2010 TL base model for 428/month with 180 down (motor vehicle chgs), dealer pays first month. 39 month lease (38 payments to me). 12k miles/yr Is this a good deal? The dealer is located in Long Island, NY. Please give me some good advice. Should I bargain for lower? Should I ask for the tech package be included ... Read More

• Re: Car Man or anyone.. Help-Just got 2010 TL Tech FWD Numbers [nring]

  Written by: nring on Oct 11, 2010 5:26:56 PM

  now i was just quoted from elite acura in maple shade, same delaer above, "Dear I can get you into your vehicle TL FWD Tech for 450.50 a month no money out of your pocket." the 450.50 /mo includes pa 9% sales tax. literally Zero out of pocket and they wil give me a 70.00 rebate to get the car inspected in PA. I qualify for the pull ahead program so ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Bought 2010 TL SH AWD TECH for $35500

  Written by: chawlam on Nov 3, 2010 6:17:30 PM

  Guys, I bought my new 2010 TL SH AWD TECH for $35500 + TAX Reg and some docs fees ($75), two weeks back. It was the best and most pleasant car buying experience. The Dealer was DCH Heart Acura in Wappingers Falls, NY The deal was done over the phone. I went there on Saturday, signed and drove off, very smooth. I drove close to 100 miles to make this deal ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• 2010/2011 Acura TL SH- AWD in Maryland

  Written by: smiton on Nov 3, 2010 1:28:58 PM

  Car Man - I would appreciate if you can post the November Money Factor and Residual for a TL-SH/AWD 2010 and 2011 with Technology Package, 36 months and 12,000 miles per year in Maryland.

• Car Man or anyone.. Help-Just got 2010 TL Tech FWD Numbers

  Written by: nring on Oct 11, 2010 12:44:26 PM

  I just got these numbers on 10/11 from Elite Acurain maple shade nj- i am a loyal acura lesee since 08. dealer: "I hope I can gain your business. I know your shopping price. My manager is giving you a great deal. MSRPof the FWD Tech TL is $39,695. Money factory is.00144, Residual is 53%, Invoice is $37128.70, Sale price is $33,128.70. I'd like to put this deal together ASAP. Please ... Read More

• 2010 Acura TL SH- AWD with Tech and 18inch wheels

  Written by: romo_007 on Nov 2, 2010 7:04:18 PM

  I am getting the following numbers from a local dealer and i am just wondering if I its a good deal or should I be negotiating more? Car- 2010 Acura TL SH- AWD with Tech and 18inch wheels Lease for 36month/ 12k miles per year Drive off including tax and registration $1300 approx Monthly- $540/ month including taxes (9.75% for CA) The regular TL with tech and 18inch wheels is about ... Read More

• 2010 vs. 2011 TL Base

  Written by: sacdriver on Oct 10, 2010 9:35:04 AM

  My current lease is about up. With the $1750 incentive on a 2010 Base, it probably makes more sense for me to lease a 2010 rather than a 2011. My questions: 1) Are there any differences at all between the 2010 and 2011 base TLs ? As best I can see they are the identical car. 2) Edmunds TMV pricing for the base TL in my zip code is $32,642. Does ... Read More

• Re: 2010 TL tech lease in NH... [bigdogues]

  Written by: jamesbond15 on Nov 1, 2010 7:02:02 PM

  Is the new body coming out in 2012? That seems pretty early. Isn't the 2011 only the 3rd year for this body (I could be wrong). Either way I wouldn't really trust the dealers. Getting out of your lease early, even if you are getting a new Acura, will probably be costly. If you do go over your miles you will need to pay for half of the overage (assuming you ... Read More

• 2011 acura TL Tech Front wheel dr

  Written by: nring on Oct 4, 2010 10:51:13 PM

  does anyone have the #'s on a 2011 tl tech fwd? i am looking to lease in pa (9%) sales tex. 12K miles, 3 years, tier 1 credit, and loyal tl customer as my 08 tl tech lease is up in dec. wondering what the msrp is, a good sale price, MF and Residual and overall monthly lease number and how much down. any help is appreciated. is there any major ... Read More

• TL with Technology - November factors

  Written by: cesar_miami on Nov 1, 2010 3:23:16 PM

  Hi Mr. Car_Man I would appreciate if you can post the November Money Factor and Residual for a Base 2010 and 2011 TL with Technology Package, 36 months and 12,000 miles per year in South Florida. Could you please also confirm if Acura is still providing the $3K marketing incentive/cash to dealer on the 2010 TL? Thanks very much,

• Re: Boston September Rates [jazzgear]

  Written by: apdspider on Oct 4, 2010 12:51:20 PM

  The deal I got was such: 2010 TL TECH with 18" Wheels. Sticker $40650. Use this price as a comparable. $800 at signing (including all taxes, Title, Tags and first payment) 10K miles/Yr, 36 months. payment $449/mo FL taxes included (6.5%) I hope you do betterfor your car. Gap insurance is included in that price... but I still think you could lose your 6K if you need a replacement... And correct ... Read More

• 2010 TL tech lease in NH...

  Written by: bigdogues on Oct 31, 2010 5:15:25 AM

  Greetings, I was offered to move up from my 2008 TL lease two months early into a 2010 complete with tech and ugly beak. No money out of pocket and $454 a month for 12,000 miles or $475 for 15,000. My last lease was for 18,000/year which I do actually drive but I was talked into going for lower miles to drop my monthly payment and because I was also told ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Tl base in California ? [chrislrose]

  Written by: jamesbond15 on Oct 30, 2010 3:36:37 PM

  Hi chrislrose, I am in LA and I got a TL+Tech about 4 months ago. I found Truecar to be very good. Go back to truecar and price the car again. Then click the "recent sales" tab. That info is even better. You can see that in the past 90 days a few Base TLs were sold for ~$30,400. I would aim at that number. When I was getting my TL ... Read More

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• Re: Trying to decide.... TL? G37? other? [dap2006]

  Written by: plekto on Oct 30, 2010 12:49:39 PM

  I will mention, though, that the new CTS is worlds better than anything Mazda makes. It's positioned in Europe as a BMW 5 series competitor at a lot less money. My parents just went through this exact same scenario. And had it down to the same models are you are looking at. And the CTS just simply was a superior product to the Infiniti. The only vehicle that gave it serious ... Read More

• Re: Trying to decide.... TL? G37? other? [dap2006]

  Written by: igozoomzoom on Oct 29, 2010 3:19:58 PM

  It's painful for me to admit, but the beak on the current TL is the most hideous thing I've ever seen! This is coming from someone who still can remember my first time driving my cousin's brand new 1986 Acura Legend (dark blue with gray lower accent) and realizing that it was the most special car I'd ever driven. I later owned a 1994 Acura Legend GS that was the love ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: 2010 Tl base in California ? [chrislrose]

  Written by: chrislrose on Oct 28, 2010 2:35:15 PM

  Ok so Acura of Calabasas accepted right away via truecar.com. I got a call and he basically said yes to the $428/month. Makes me think I should have asked for lower! because I have one more $500 month payment on my lease he is going to lower the monthly to $412. One thing that is strange is I notice the advertised lease special has dropped from $430/month to $410/month on their ... Read More

• 2010 Acura TL Lease No Money Down!

  Written by: missypal1 on Oct 2, 2010 10:21:50 PM

  There are deals to be had out there! I just leased a 2010 Acura TL base model for $410 per month (Tax Included in the payment) without a dime out of pocket. The lease is a 36 month lease, with 10k per year. The residual is 57%, money factor was .00134, the selling price of the car was 31,600. All fees including the acquisition fee, title, doc fee, motor vehicle etc. ... Read More

• Re: 2010 Tl base in California ? [chrislrose]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 28, 2010 3:55:29 AM

  I sure do chrislrose. Acura Finance's October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a base 2010 TL with 15,000 miles per year in California are .00107 and 54%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top aka "Super Preferred" credit tier. The $2,500 dealer cash that Acura is providing on the base '10 TL is scheduled to run through the end of the ... Read More

• Re: TL Lease Maryland [ken1973]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 28, 2010 3:44:44 AM

  I'd be happy to help you out, ken1973. Honda Finance's October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 Base TL with 10,000 miles per year in Maryland are .00172 and 56%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top aka "Super Preferred" credit tier. I believe that Acura is still providing loyalty cash on the TL for current lessees whose leases are ... Read More

• TL Lease Maryland

  Written by: ken1973 on Oct 26, 2010 2:10:45 PM

  Hi Car Man Can you let me know what the current money factor and residual is for a: Base 2010 TL, 36 month 10,000 miles per year in Maryland Also, is Acura still offering loyalty cash for current TL lease customers? I remember seeing something about $1,500 it a few months ago, but cannot find any current indication. Thanks

• Re: Boston September Rates [Joe00]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 1, 2010 2:55:27 AM

  Hello Joe00. Acura's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 TL AWD with Tech and 15,000 miles per year in your area are .00134 and 49%, respectively assuming that you qualify for its top aka "Super Preferred" credit tier and go with a nothing due at signing lease. Acura is not providing any lease support on the 2011 TL yet, so ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2010 TL BURNED 3 QUARTS OIL IN 5000 MILES [scottshredder]

  Written by: coast4 on Oct 25, 2010 2:10:45 PM

  had similar thing happen and was told by the dealer that the car will use 1 qt of oil for every 1000 miles have it in writing from dealer. who would buy such a car if told this in advance and if it is true should not all acura tl owners be warned.

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2010 TL Tech FWD help??

  Written by: fkhan on Oct 20, 2010 5:22:39 PM

  Hi, This is a deal on a 2010 Acura TL + Tech. Can somebody help me and let me know if the deal is good or should I keep looking. This is from Arlington Acura in Palatine 1275 E. Dundee Road, Palatine, IL 60074 I would really appreciate if someone can tell me if this is a good quote. I also don't understand why a rebate would be taxable? Is this ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: 2010 acura tl w/ tech frint wheel drive [nring]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 30, 2010 4:05:39 AM

  Hi nring. Please see my previous post for the lease program information that you're looking for. If I was in the market for this car right now, I personally would shoot for a selling price of a couple hundred dollars over dealer invoice minus the $2,250 dealer cash that is available on it right now. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: 2010 vs. 2011 TL Base [sacdriver]

  Written by: jamesbond15 on Oct 18, 2010 10:22:41 PM

  Pretty much yes. Typically what happens is that the car value will fall faster than you are making payments on it. So say that your car is now worth $25,000 (determined by the insurance company) but you still owe $26,000 to Acura. Your insurance will give you $25,000 to give to Acura. Then Acura's GAP insurance will add in the $1,000 to make Acura Financial whole. That's it, Acura is happy, ... Read More

• Re: TL + NAV September rates [kaplanb]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 30, 2010 4:02:37 AM

  Hi kaplanb. Here's the information that you're looking for. Acura's September buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 TL Tech with 10,000 miles per year in Florida are .00134 and 54%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top aka "Super Preferred" credit tier and go with a nothing due at signing lease. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum ... Read More

• Re: 2010 vs. 2011 TL Base [jamesbond15]

  Written by: sacdriver on Oct 18, 2010 9:43:47 PM

  This is something I was unaware of and I guess I am very naive about. I have GAP insurance through my auto insurance and Acura provides it as well, but I gather you are talking about some other peril. So lets say I lease a $38,000 car with $3000 down. I make one lease payment and the car is stolen. Are you saying that despite my having insurance with a $100 ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Acura TL FWD Tech

  Written by: overthis on Oct 18, 2010 2:10:41 PM

  Is it a good deal for Philadelphia, PA area???? 2010 TL FWD + Tech $33,503 (includes 3,000 dealer cash) then I will be using $1500 TL loyalty and taking the .9% financing. Has anyone done better?? Please provide dealer name.

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: 2010 vs. 2011 TL Base [Car_man]

  Written by: aydan on Oct 15, 2010 10:01:16 PM

  I've never leased before so need help. Acura of Serramonte has said that their very best offer on a 2010 TL with Tech and 18' wheels is a 36 month lease with $3K down, $360/month (all taxes included), $12K miles per year. Is this a good deal? What's the very best deal that I could realistically get in the Bay Area? (I actually need $15K miles, don't know whether/how it changes ... Read More

• Re: 2010 vs. 2011 TL Base [sacdriver]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 14, 2010 2:59:26 AM

  Hi sacdriver. For October, Acura actually raised its dealer cash on the 2010 TL without Tech from $1,750 to $2,500. If I was in the market for this car, I personally would shoot for a selling price of around $2,000 under invoice or so after taking this cash into account. Acura's October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2010 base TL with ... Read More

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• Re: Let's get to the facts [sweendogy]

  Written by: smarty666 on Oct 10, 2010 1:54:11 PM

  Seriously, what is wrong with you? For the last time, I DID NOT say TSX sales tanked, I said TSX sales HAD NOT TANKED! Just because they have decreased over the last two years by a few thousand does not mean they are tanking and as I just showed you in a post above, the TSX is higher in sales this year thus far then at this time last year hence ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2010 TL SH-AWD with TECH

  Written by: adamlee1975 on Oct 9, 2010 11:47:20 AM

  I just picked up my new 2010 TL SH-AWD with Tech today for $36,386 + TTL. This was from Sussman Acura in Jenkintown, PA. They only have one or two SH-AWD with Tech left. I also got a quote for $36,750 + TTL at Montgomeryville Acura in Montgomeryville, PA and they still had a good amount of 2010s. I just wanted to post because this forum was a great help to ... Read More

• Re: That's tough [nyccarguy]

  Written by: luisja2000 on Oct 5, 2010 10:08:14 AM

  I have a 2010 TL SH-AWD and what I can say at this point it is to stay away from it. The car has been in the shop for over 45 days because a noise coming from the right and left pillards, where the front seat belts are. It appears it is an structural problem and after having a factory rep in town they decided not to do anything about it. ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• 2011 a stale year for this category??

  Written by: sweendogy on Oct 3, 2010 12:49:16 PM

  by my count 2011 is a year that brings nothing really new.. the new S60 "naughty volvo" kind of cool i guess but its not going to win in performance. Lexus IS has new commercials that talk about its new performance package but its the same car... The G changed the front end a bit for 2010, but nothing has really changed-- i guess the new performance line is kind of ... Read More

• Re: spy shots of 2012 TL [jimbres]

  Written by: gbosil on Oct 1, 2010 12:02:01 PM

  Huh... interesting... got my 2010 Consumer Reports Car Buying guide in front of me right now.... see an awful lot of BLACK dots for BMWs.... hummmm lookin' over at the Acura side wow to my surprise an awful lot of reds! CR Best Buys and Recommended TL, TSX, MDX . .. . etc...........................

• Re: spy shots of 2012 TL [gbosil]

  Written by: jimbres on Oct 1, 2010 10:55:55 AM

  The Germans still have many ELECTRICAL problems to sort out. Read consumer reports talk to people who own them. I have an '01 BMW 330i that I bought in June of that year - more than 9 years ago - & I've had exactly zero electrical problems to date. Also, I'm looking at the 2010 Consumer Reports auto issue as I write this. (I've subscribed to CR for over 30 years, ... Read More

• Re: Urban legends... [gbosil]

  Written by: jimbres on Sep 22, 2010 11:32:39 AM

  Easy, big fella. I've been a subscriber to CR since the 1970s, & as I write this, I'm looking at the April 2010 Annual Auto Issue. For the 3-series BMW, CR's "New-Car Prediction" is "Better than Average", which happens the be the same rating that CR gives to the Acura TL & which also happens to beat the "Average" rating that the Toyota Camry V-6 gets. The 5-series BMW's rating is ... Read More

• Re: spy shots of 2012 TL [eclipse2]

  Written by: jimbres on Sep 20, 2010 6:40:07 PM

  I have been buying Acura's from 1991 to 2008 I got sick of the no power I had the 2008 TL type s before that I had the 2006 RL and the 2007 MDX and before that 2003 TL type s the funny thing the MDX was the fastest....lol I got rid of the 2008 TL for the Lexus IS-f got rid of the 2007 MDX for the 2008MB GL550 my ... Read More

• Re: spy shots of 2012 TL [smarty666]

  Written by: eclipse2 on Sep 20, 2010 6:30:51 PM

  You are wrong! I have been buying Acura's from 1991 to 2008 I got sick of the no power I had the 2008 TL type s before that I had the 2006 RL and the 2007 MDX and before that 2003 TL type s the funny thing the MDX was the fastest....lol I got rid of the 2008 TL for the Lexus IS-f got rid of the 2007 MDX for the ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: TL + NAV September rates [kaplanb]

  Written by: fillykonk on Sep 18, 2010 7:48:14 AM

  Can't help you on the figures but I'm in the exact same position as you with the exact same cars in question. I went to the www.truecar.com site, printed out the info, took it to my dealer (Miami Acura) and they offered me a 2010 TL/Tech at 34,200 and change (a great deal at about $450/mo). However, they "lowballed" my trade, offering only 22,000 (this on an 08 Navi with only ... Read More

• Re: 2010 acura tl w/ tech frint wheel drive [nring]

  Written by: apdspider on Sep 17, 2010 6:02:28 PM

  I think you can do better. I'm in Palm Beach FL.. I have a 07 TL-S with 3 payments left. As well, Acura will take back the car, at their request without no penalty or neg equity. (this means to me I qualify for the advertised lease rates). They offered $1500 in incentives for current TL to new TL leases. $0 at signing. I'm waiting on the numbers... but I'm expecting ... Read More

• Re: 2010 acura tl w/ tech frint wheel drive [nring]

  Written by: adfreak on Sep 17, 2010 12:17:06 PM

  nring, just my opinion, but not a good deal. i'm in a similar situation. i have an '08 base tl that will be coming off lease in feb. '11. i'll probably have 10k unused miles at lease end and the car is in excellent condition. the residual was set at $19k and i'm thinking all things considered - especially the state the wholesale car market is in right now (wholesale prices ... Read More

• 2010 acura tl w/ tech frint wheel drive

  Written by: nring on Sep 16, 2010 9:22:36 PM

  car man or nayone, my lease for my 08 acura is up in dec. acura wants to waive m sept-oct- and nov payments. they want to offer me 431/mo with tax ( i am in pa so 9% leas tax) or 10K miles a year, for 3 years and 1586 due at signing to include 1st month payment,initial title payments, doc fee, aquistion fee, and tax on aquistion fee. is this ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: spy shots of 2012 TL [gbosil]

  Written by: fedlawman on Sep 15, 2010 6:36:42 PM

  "my 2010 TSX V6 Tech = 35K + 2K OEM ground kit, 19" $5,800 HRE Style 445R wheels and 1K TIEN Coilovers." A $44,000 TSX - You must really like Acura!

• Re: spy shots of 2012 TL [billyperks2]

  Written by: gbosil on Sep 14, 2010 5:08:50 AM

  It's still ugly as all get out! I can't wait for the new redesign!!! Not sure where Acura is going here with their designs but obviously the sales numbers are proving nowhere! My 2007 TLS will hopefully be replaced with it...hopefully.. with my fingers crossed! I love Acura in fact recently purchased a second car 2010 TSX Tech Blk / Tan. Love the car! It was more subdued than the TL. ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: TL Rates for Buckeyes [rhagel]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 14, 2010 3:16:43 AM

  Hi rhagel. Honda Finance's September California buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a base 2010 Acura TL with 10,000 miles per year are .00097 and 57%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier and pay nothing at lease signing. When negotiating your lease on this car, make sure to take advantage of the $1,750 dealer cash that is currently available ... Read More