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Re: Honda Accord 2012 vs Acura TSX 2009 vs Lexus IS250 2008? (Sort of Urgent) [backy]
Written by: sandman_6472 on Nov 25, 2011 1:19:47 PM
Agree with the '08 TSX...better than the current model with it's more compact size. Would trade my Civic for a low miled one in a heartbeat if wife would let me. TSX does use premium fuel, but am sure 8 octane could be used. Saw a blue over stone leather which I feel in love with actually but didn't make much financial sense to jump on it...in a perfect world, I'd ... Read More
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Re: Honda Accord 2012 vs Acura TSX 2009 vs Lexus IS250 2008? (Sort of Urgent) [halflegend]
Written by: backy on Nov 24, 2011 9:07:41 AM
First, you should realize how lucky you are to have parents who would buy you such a nice car while you are still in high school. Be thankful for that (especially today) and tell them "Thank you!" and give them a big hug. Then honor them and their generosity by taking very good care of the car and driving it safely. As to the car... I think you realize the Accord ... Read More
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Re: Honda Accord 2012 vs Acura TSX 2009 vs Lexus IS250 2008? (Sort of Urgent) [halflegend]
Written by: npolite on Nov 24, 2011 7:35:16 AM
My advice to you (even though you probably don't want to hear it as I wouldn't at your age) is to get something a bit older as you will likely dent the heck out of it by you or someone else. Unless your parents are super rich, you are better saving that money for a nice car when you graduate college. I would suggest going for a 06 or 07 Accord ... Read More
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Re: Honda Accord 2012 vs Acura TSX 2009 vs Lexus IS250 2008? (Sort of Urgent) [halflegend]
Written by: rcummelin on Nov 24, 2011 6:47:29 AM
A new Honda will have a 3-year warranty that neither of your other options will have, plus you will know the history of the car since you will have owned it since new. Hondas are fun to drive as long as you realize that the Honda is not & will never be a hot rod or rice rocket. You may like the looks of an Accord coupe over the sedan--be sure ... Read More
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Honda Accord 2012 vs Acura TSX 2009 vs Lexus IS250 2008? (Sort of Urgent)
Written by: halflegend on Nov 23, 2011 11:35:46 AM
Hi guys, first post on the forum, had a question to throw at the real car enthusiasts. I'm 17, a junior in high school, and am getting my first car. I live in Southern Ohio. My 'dilemma'. My parents said they would get my a car under about 23,000 with a little wiggle room here and there. They would love for me to get a Honda Accord (sedan), 2012. However, I ... Read More
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Re: Need Help Deciding [mskitka]
Written by: backy on Oct 24, 2011 6:50:59 PM
How about a Certified 2008 TSX? General opinion seems to be they are superior to the 2012s. Maybe you could find an Acura dealer that would do an even-up trade on your Accord... you just pay title/fees and you're on your way. Or how about the new Mazda3 with Skyactiv? Great handling, peppy if not blistering, and up to 40 mpg EPA rating on the highway.
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Thanks!
Written by: darrvao777 on Jun 4, 2011 7:04:23 AM
Wow, thanks for the helpful reply guys, keep em coming! Awesome replies! So I think I am leaning towards a 2008 Acura TSX or TL with the sad, boring Accord or Camry has backup options Of the other cars mentioned, the Infinitis (G35/37) might be a little too pricy for me in this area Not particularly interested in driving a 2008 CTS, 2012 Mustang or 2012 RX8 That being said, the ... Read More
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Re: Sedans Galore! [plekto]
Written by: backy on Jun 3, 2011 9:07:50 PM
The IS might be a good choice if rear seat room is not important at all. But I wouldn't go back to 2004 if I didn't have to. Low-mileage Acura-certified 2008 TSXes can be had for well under $23k. Blast to drive and good fuel economy with the I4. In my area, you can't get a G37 for under $23k. But the G35 is a nice car also--more powerful than the ... Read More
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Sedans Galore!
Written by: darrvao777 on Jun 3, 2011 5:10:04 PM
So I'm pretty flexible and indecisive here (1st time car buyer!) I punched in these specifications into cars.com: Used car $23K 2008-2012 Acura, Honda, Infiniti, Lexus, or Toyota 4 door sedan, no hybrids, automatic transmission And this list came out: Honda Accord Toyota Camry Lexus ES 350 Infiniti G35 Lexus IS 250 Infiniti M45 Acura TL Acura TSX What do you guys recommend? I figured I'd ask the experts since I'm ... Read More
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Re: 2011 Accord Vs 2008 Used Lexus or Audi [varios]
Written by: tifighter on Mar 21, 2011 12:18:55 PM
Okay...I'll be that guy that suggests something else. You list an Accord and an A4 as options, so it seems to me that the TSX should make the list by default. The Acura is a bit smaller than the Accord with sportier handling (like the A4), and can be had in your price range new w/full warranty and is reliable (like the Accord). 2 cents, etc.
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2009 TSX NJ
Written by: vvv2 on Sep 24, 2008 10:53:16 AM
I was in the market looking for a 2008/9 TSX. Looks like all the 2008 TSX's were sold out a few months ago. I was able to purchase a 2009 TSX Base model $400 below invoice. I spoke to 2 dealers and one of them quoted invoice and the other quoted 400 below invoice. Looks like there are plenty of deals available on Acura's now.
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new 2009 TSX vs barely used 2007 TL Type-S
Written by: scdryver on Sep 3, 2008 2:26:35 PM
I'm dead set on getting a manual transmission. I don't race my cars, but I like to drive manual and don't find the automatic SportShift to satisfy my wishes. I'm trying to decide between the following: 2009 TSX with Tech package (navigation system) -- new 2007 TL Type-S -- used with only 7500 miles. The Type-S is from a very reliable non-Acura dealer, and I have settled on a final price: ... Read More
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Re: Buying a 2008 Acura TSX (As of August 2008) [gregd1]
Written by: fifteenkey on Aug 21, 2008 2:41:15 PM
That was including my trade... Invoice $27,841.00 Dest Chg $715.00 Mfg to Dealer Incent. ($1,500.00) Invoice minus Incent $27,056.00 Trade ($500.00) Paid $26,556.00
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Re: Buying a 2008 Acura TSX (As of August 2008) [fifteenkey]
Written by: gregd1 on Aug 21, 2008 1:37:29 PM
fifteenkey, The 08 with Nav. 1,250 below invoice. What did you pay? 27351?
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Re: Buying a 2008 Acura TSX (As of August 2008) [bobgwtw]
Written by: bvdj84 on Aug 11, 2008 3:35:12 PM
I usually trade before my lease end, now I am in a lease, that I am not sure if I will be able to get out early, but I know that I will be going over my mileage, I know I will be able to get out earlier, but predicting the best time to do this is extremely tricky. I am too early in my lease now, but perhaps in a ... Read More
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Re: Buying a 2008 Acura TSX (As of August 2008) [kyfdx]
Written by: bobgwtw on Aug 9, 2008 4:22:53 PM
We kept a car on the road for 3 years or 75,000 miles unless it required major work. if it did we dumped it. Understant, the Mfrs. were guaranteeing us a trade value at this interval; don't really know if it was better or worse than the market trade value.These cars went to company officials & sales & marketing personnel; and for the most part, they were never maintained the way ... Read More
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Re: Buying a 2008 Acura TSX (As of August 2008) [bobgwtw]
Written by: kyfdx on Aug 9, 2008 4:04:57 AM
I don't know... If you can save $5000 by getting the '08 over the '09? Yeah... if you want to trade it in next year, you might do worse... but, after 3 years, I think you might be better off.. Plus.. for 90% of buyers.. the amount of the car payment matters.. $5K = $100/mo.. But, I agree that the difference isn't as great as it seems, once you factor in ... Read More
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Re: Buying a 2008 Acura TSX (As of August 2008) [ralphieralph]
Written by: bobgwtw on Aug 8, 2008 7:13:01 PM
To you, the 08 will be new; but in the marketplace it's a year old & valued accordingly, In other works It's already depreciated 25% or so; so, if you want to trade, or it's totaled in an accident, you're going to recieve the value of a year old car. I bought 300-400 cars & trucks a year for a large national business. We tried to do all of our buying ... Read More
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Re: Buying a 2008 Acura TSX (As of August 2008) [ralphieralph]
Written by: fifteenkey on Aug 8, 2008 4:21:03 AM
Dealer invoice is $25,915, plus Acura is kicking $1,000 to their dealers to get rid of the 2008's. I'd start at $24,915 or a little less... I recently paid $1,250 below invoice for an '08 w/Nav. eMail a few dealers an offer for cars they have on their lot and see what happens. Good luck.
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Buying a 2008 Acura TSX (As of August 2008)
Written by: ralphieralph on Aug 7, 2008 7:49:52 PM
I was wondering what should I be paying for the 2008 Acura TSX new without navigation? I know the MSRP is about $28,900. I am considering on buying a new 2008 Acura TSX. There are only 3 left. What do you think I should be paying since it is last years model and that the 2009 TSX is already out. Please help me out since this will be my first time ... Read More
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New 2008 TSX w/Nav
Written by: fifteenkey on Jul 23, 2008 5:56:29 PM
Thanks to everyone for the great info posted here. I paid $26,556. MSRP $31,005.00 Invoice $27,841.00 Dest Chg $715.00 Mfg to Dealer Incent. ($1,500.00) Invoice minus Incent $27,056.00 Trade ($500.00) Offer $26,556.00 Sales Tax 5% $1,327.80 Prep Fees $269.00 Title/Plates $86.00 Out The Door $28,238.80 off MSRP $4,449.00 off Invoice $1,285.00 The dealer still made their $930.15 holdback profit plus the $269 "Doc Prep." The Internet Sales Manager at Acura of ... Read More
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Re: Good Deal for 2008 TSX Lease? [cyberdog99]
Written by: hipreck on May 13, 2008 1:56:48 PM
The dealer is charging about 25 basis points (.24) over the going lease rate. That is not unusual at all. That costs you about 5 bucks a month. I come out with $350.94 a month with those numbers (not including any taxes). Acura had been doing a much lower interest rate of .00071 (1.7%) in March earlier this year with the same residual. But they were not offering the marketing support ... Read More
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Re: 2008 Acura TSX w/ navi Idle's a little shaky??? [sugaree1]
Written by: nj2pa2nc on May 2, 2008 3:07:20 AM
My 06 6MT does not shake when it idles-your tire pressure is too high-lower it- My tsx ,bought new 11/17/06, has almost 45,000 problem-free miles- love it.
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Re: 2008 Acura TSX w/ navi Idle's a little shaky??? [sugaree1]
Written by: ruffy on May 1, 2008 6:45:21 AM
First, yes your tire pressure is pretty high - mine are at 32-33. See if that helps. Second, I've had my Acura for two months and I would say the shaking is NOT normal - at least I haven't experienced any shaking at idle. The salesman is there to soothe you - have the service department look at it, or ask if you can sit in their other Acuras, start them, ... Read More
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2008 Acura TSX w/ navi Idle's a little shaky???
Written by: sugaree1 on May 1, 2008 6:22:35 AM
Yesterday I picked up my new Acura, I'm a little concerned, it's a bit shaky when it idles (much more then my 1998 Civic I just traded in). The salesmen said they're all like that, but it only does that when it's standing still (stupid response). Aside from that I love it, but I'm wondering if anyone else has had this problem? Will this go away after it's broken in a ... Read More
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Re: Good Deal for 2008 TSX Lease? [cyberdog99]
Written by: hipreck on May 12, 2008 7:51:43 PM
To calculate if you are getting a good deal on a lease, you need to know the money factor and residual. Ask the dealer what this is and post it here. I believe the money factor on the 2008 TSX is now .00235 (5.64%). My guess is that Acura dropped the residual values when the 2009 came out. The acquisition fee is normal, some companies will charge a higher money factor ... Read More
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Re: Looking for [skr2]
Written by: kjhighball on May 12, 2008 6:22:50 PM
If you want a new TSX, try one of the Acura dealers - David McDavid, Goodson, Vandergriff. With rebates, a 2008 TSX base might be had for around $25K. For service plans, search for AcuraCare and you'll find several hits. Saccucci and others can give you online quotes. When I purchased mine at David McDavid, the finance manager matched the best online price. You can expect to pay about $1300 or ... Read More
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Re: 2008 w/NAV [jfool]
Written by: astro13 on May 11, 2008 7:37:06 PM
Let me know how successful you are getting close to $24,000. I am considering a base TSX as well, but with $2,500 Acura to Dealer rebate on the TL's I might be more inclined to consider one of them unless the dealers offer a better deal on the TSX. If they offer financing like you are talking about, that would be hard to beat.
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Re: Price on 08 TSX base [massimo1]
Written by: smccready on Apr 25, 2008 5:22:15 PM
I'm now the official owner of a 2008 TSX, Carbon Gray/Quartz. :D I did the deal with Niello Acura in Sacramento, and it was both quick and smooth. We'd negotiated the price ($25,880 plus tax & fees - non-NAVI) via e-mail, and I was in and out in about 90 minutes. They've been pleasant to deal with from start to finish - no pressure, attentive, etc. Even the F&I guy was ... Read More
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Re: 2008 w/NAV [biker4]
Written by: jaxs1 on May 10, 2008 11:40:45 AM
Is the $1500 rebate replacing a different incentive or would you really be able to get a street price $1500 less on 5/1 than on 4/30? I only see info on the 2009 TSX on the Acura website. I assume $26500 is including the rebate, so the price would really be $28,000 plus sales tax, then you get the $1500 rebate after that. Sales tax applies to the pre-rebate price. If ... Read More
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Re: 2008 w/NAV [gatorsf]
Written by: biker4 on May 10, 2008 11:07:54 AM
That's about right if they're selling the car around invoice minus the 1500 rebate. I'm surprised Acura started the rebate so late (5/1) and it'll last so long (7/7). Acura must be stuck with a lot of 08s. Like all other deals separate the TSX buy from the trade in.
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Re: Price on 08 TSX base [smccready]
Written by: massimo1 on Apr 18, 2008 7:16:11 PM
Bought a 2008 black on black TSX, base, no NAV. $25880. Great internet buy through Stevens Creek Acura in Santa Clara, CA.
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Good deal or not?
Written by: dealboy on Apr 17, 2008 7:22:49 PM
Here's a deal one of my friends got on a Acura TSX 2008 last month: Invoice: 28353 MSRP: 31005 MF: 0.0014 Residual: 56% of MSRP Down: 3180 Monthly payment: 350/month Term: 36mo., 12K miles He qualified for Tier 2 since he did not have much history, only about a couple of years. What do you think guys - Good deal or not? How does the monthly payment look? Good? I am ... Read More
