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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: The Great (Acura) TSX Debate [billyperksii]
Written by: tlong on Dec 23, 2011 7:55:26 PM
I wanted to try another brand because my previous car was the 2003 TL Type S, the G just did not do it for me, I tried to force myself to like it but I just knew it would have been buyers remorse. When I was looking for a new 2005 ELLPS, I looked at the G35 along with the TL. The G35 was noticeably a bit narrow, but not a ... Read More
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BMW vs. Acura TSX
Written by: nyccarguy on Oct 20, 2011 1:12:45 PM
I would say the 328 gives up nothing to the TSX as far as reliability goes. The E90 3 series platform has been around since 2005. My Mom had an '08 328xi that never went into the shop for anything other than scheduled maintenance. Yes she had to put brakes on at 50,100 miles & pay for an Inspection II @ 58,000 miles, but nothing ever broke. In my experience, you ... Read More
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Re: Acura vs. The Germans [fedlawman] and Billyperks [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy]
Written by: fedlawman on Oct 2, 2011 10:22:57 AM
I agree. But how is BMW any different? The 328i is the same E90 introduced in 2005 (MY2006), only it has 15 more HP and weighs 100 lbs more. It is eclipsed in HP by several cars in this segment, but it soldiered on. Why? Because it sells. It is the entry point into BMW luxury and prestige. For Acura, the TSX is the entry point into the ELLPS segment. And ... Read More
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Re: Acura vs. The Germans [fedlawman] and Billyperks [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy] [fedlawman]
Written by: sweendogy on Oct 1, 2011 5:56:51 PM
I love the illustrations but they prove little but you did point out that acura/honda did have a good past stable of sports cars but as you know the nsx hasnt been produced since 2005 the s2000 was 09... now given the fact that those 2 cars were rwd and were light weight and were great handlers - something the TL and TSX are not. - Is the A4 a sports ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Acura TSX gas/reliability/costs questions [ofthrees]
Written by: dynatsx1 on May 25, 2007 5:45:24 AM
The car will run on other grades of gas, but it is not recommended. I own an '06 TSX w/ nav, and I've used 89 octane a couple times because that's all that was available. You will see a reduction in mileage and performance. If you do the math, you're really not saving much by using anything other than premium. I've seen some posts on this site of people getting really ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Acura TSX gas/reliability/costs questions [ofthrees]
Written by: nj2pa2nc on May 25, 2007 3:43:38 AM
i own an 06 tsx bought new 11.17.06. It has 16,000 miles on it. I use regular gas- it gets an 32-33 mpg in mixed driving and the best was 36.5 mpg on a highway with a speed limit of 70. the perfomance is excellant. the only complaints are-the paint chips easily, the wipers are terrible and the fog-lights are easily cracked. Otherwise I would highly recommend it, my tsx is ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Acura TSX gas/reliability/costs questions [ofthrees]
Written by: 151ranch on May 24, 2007 2:03:21 PM
Well, I could have gotten a 2005 w/nav for 27k. So I think there is room for negotiation. I bought a TSX without nav, so I cannot speak to its reliability. All TSXs are loaded. There is only nav/no nav and MT vs AT. My MT gets 23-24 in town, 29 highway (avg. 70mph). I have never used anything other than 92 octane. You can, but it has been my experience ... Read More
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2005 Acura TSX gas/reliability/costs questions
Written by: ofthrees on May 24, 2007 10:45:11 AM
I am looking at a 2005 TSX w/nav. It is loaded; to list it all would take forever, but suffice it to say, it's a brilliant car. Under 19,000 miles, the VIN is clear, and the sticker is so reasonable ($24K) that there's probably not a lot of room for negotiation (although I will certainly try). Before I enter into negotiations for it, I'm concerned about costs of ownership. I'm wondering ... Read More
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Re: Looking to buy... [netsrfr80]
Written by: tori1 on Nov 24, 2005 2:05:31 PM
hi i have been looking for a 2005 tsx and have been serramonte and burlingame acuras. i was told by both they were expected in, maybe a week ago or so, but there is a delay. they were not told exactly when, but i got the impression within the next week or two, they'd expect. any idea what i could get the 2005 non-navi for at this point? invoice is about ... Read More
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California - 2005 ACURA TSX price
Written by: tori1 on Nov 22, 2005 6:18:09 PM
I am interested in purchasing the 2005 Acura TSX, non-navi. I live in the SF Bay Area, but if there is a big markup, I was considering buying in southern california or nevada. Did you buy one recently - if so, what did you pay? I was hoping to get a little below invoice. Thanks!
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New Acura TSX
Written by: drap on Nov 2, 2005 8:15:09 AM
Compared prices in Northern Virginia in late October. Pohanka, Radley, and Karen Radley offered very similar prices from their Internet Managers. All three had a very limited supply of 2005 TSX's. I ended up going with Radley in Bailey's Crossroads, VA because they had the colors I wanted on the lot. 2005 Acura TSX, automatic, non-nav, black ext., parchment int. $25,800 plus a $245 doc fee (which I couldn't talk them ... Read More
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chicago suburbs buying experience
Written by: rockton on Oct 4, 2005 3:29:17 PM
After shopping for a 2005 TSX automatic non-navi via the Acura dealers in Madison, WI and Brookfield (by Milwaukee), WI, and all of the Acura dealers in the Chicago suburbs, I ended up with a great deal ($25798 + TTL) at Muller's Woodfield Acura on Higgins Rd in Hoffman Estates. I e-mailed for a quote at 1:30 in the morning and my phone was ringing 8 hours later with a great ... Read More
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Re: 2005 TSX in SF Bay Area [jfergus]
Written by: sd_acura on Oct 3, 2005 9:50:33 AM
It was more like, "Sir, now that you have bought this vehicle, I must tell you that the thieves can easily bypass all the security features and steal your vehicle. But our $300 alarm can deter all of them" It was some dealer/OEM alarm not LoJack.
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Re: 2005 TSX in SF Bay Area [sd_acura]
Written by: jfergus on Oct 1, 2005 7:21:26 AM
Alarm system? It already comes with a "Theft-deterrent system with electronic immobilizer". How did he push that one? "Sir, now that you've purchased this 'luxury car', I should tell you that the alarm system is woefully inadequate." The name of the alarm he was peddling wasn't by chance "The Club", was it? Or was he trying to push a recovery system like Lo-Jack?
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Re: 2005 TSX in SF Bay Area [bwia]
Written by: sd_acura on Sep 30, 2005 5:52:27 PM
I bought the Acura TSX, 6MT, silver/gray from Sunnyvale Acura at $25,400 + Fees = $27,317 OTD today. The internet sales manager offered me this price over telephone and didn't want to go below the invoice. I would say the entire transaction was quite smooth, except for slight haggling/pushing by the finance guy to install an alarm. They have one more TSX w/NAV 6MT available if anyone is interested and the ... Read More
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2005 TSX AT Silver/Ebony no NAVI, Atlanta
Written by: tsxdave on Sep 29, 2005 6:13:30 PM
$25750, includes $399 doc fee, wheel locks, trunk liner, mats Tax and $21 reg fee added. Nalley Acura in Atlanta (Marietta)
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Re: 2005 TSX in SF Bay Area [peaches63]
Written by: gkg680 on Sep 27, 2005 4:56:50 AM
Great minds think alike, I also test-drove a TSX on Labor Day, in Chicago. I've driven Saabs since 1983, because they're a good size car for heavy traffic and cramped city living. However, I need a change, and Saab is now a GM car. My accountant is a smart guy, and he swears by his Acuras. Moreover, all my friends say that Japanese cars are extremely durable and reliable. I also ... Read More
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Re: 2005 TSX in SF Bay Area [asleepy]
Written by: hi5kid on Sep 26, 2005 10:58:20 PM
asleepy, My decision to buy the TSX involved several factors. Actually I will need to replace another car soon, so I will be revisiting the performance sedan category again, which means the TL and 325i will be on my list (I may add the IS 250/350). The G35 just didn't excite me as much as the Acura or BMW. I went with the TSX first because I wanted a car for ... Read More
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2005 TSX in SF Bay Area
Written by: hi5kid on Sep 24, 2005 11:41:34 PM
I want to thank everyone who have provided prices-paid data to this forum. It is invaluable information when preparing to buy a new car. And now it is my turn to help the next guy/gal. After considering the Acura TL, Acura TSX, BMW 325i, and Infiniti G35, I selected a 2005 TSX AT nonNav in carbon gray with quatrz interior. I bought the car last week from Sunnyvale Acura: $27,805 MSRP ... Read More
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Re: I just made a deal on a 2005 [telco59]
Written by: ji4 on Sep 24, 2005 1:05:09 PM
I just bought a 2005 TSX with Navigation, All Weather Mats, Wheel Locks, and Splash Guards for 27,700 .... The OTD price was 28,719... This was at Chevy Chase Acura... What are other people's buying experiences? Has anyone been able to do better in this area?
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Re: TL or TSX [johnny420]
Written by: mhasan on Sep 22, 2005 2:01:27 PM
I saw the JD Power rating for the 2005 TSX and it's quite average, what gives? Actually, Acura was overall ranked quite average unless I'm missing something? I love my TSX regardless but why the mediocre ratings?
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Re: TSX 6-Speed with Navi - Chicago Suburbs [bunybutt]
Written by: mhasan on Sep 20, 2005 6:14:10 AM
I bought my Acura at Napleton in Elmhurst in the Chicago suburbs. I dealt with the Internet sales manager and had the deal nearly closed over email. Focus on getting it close to the 25,400 number as possible before Tax & Title. Try to make sure the 25,400 comes with the protection package (wheel locks, mud guards, mats) and includes destination and doc fees. With the new 2006's on their way ... Read More
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King Acura in Bimingham AL
Written by: andygator on Sep 19, 2005 10:21:35 AM
I purchased a 2005 Arctic Blue, auto, no-navi TSX from King Acura in Birmingham this weekend. Price includes trunk liner, wheel locks, splash guards and 3 service visits. Here's a breakdown of what I paid: 26,000 - TSX 195 - doc fee 926 - state, county and city sales tax 16 - license and title fee ----------- 27,137 Although I haven't posted much, I've certainly read a lot and wanted to ... Read More
