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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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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
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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
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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: 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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...........................
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
