Used 2003 Acura CL Consumer Reviews
Fun to drive and reliable!
I bought my CL type-S 6 speed a year ago with 194k on it, now it's got 202k, still running strong. It's not perfect, but it's solid and I have no problems driving it anywhere. I love the amount of torque it's got and I even usually start in 2nd gear for a smoother ride and so I don't spin the tires when it's wet. I love some of the features it has that even my previous car, which was 3 years newer, didn't have. I just wish it had automatic headlights and a compass but it is what it is. Overall I definitely recommend getting one if you can find one. I don't want to get rid of mine but I might need to at some point so I can have more cargo space since this is my only car.
Disappointment
The car is a mixture of pluses and minuses, however, listening to the dash board creak and groan with all the rattles is a good reason not to purchase this vehicle.
- 3.2 CoupeMSRP: $4,9951,959 mi away
Acura quality is going down
First off, I love the engine, transmission, and the seats. The car accelerates well, and the ride is firm, but comfortable. The handling is pretty good for a car of this weight. What has diminished my enjoyment of the car are the various squeaks and rattles coming from the dash, passenger side seat, sunroof, and the rear of the car. This is not something I expected from an over $31,000 car. It only has 1860 miles on the odometer. Hopefully my dealer can fix these annoying problems. My Acura Integra GSR had no such problems early in its life. I will think twice before I buy another Acura.
i love this car
this car is incredible! its sad tht you guys have said that this car is horrible! this car preforms awsome, its fast and sleek. this car is the best acura/honda ever!
CL-S rocks
I wanted a sport-luxury combo in the $30-35k range. I live in the snow belt so I also wanted fwd or awd. Drove Audi A4, Volvo S60, Maxima, Infiniti G35 (rear wheel drive but had to check it out). All very fine cars, but the CL just suited me best. I'm 6'3", and headroom is barely enough but comfortable. Leg room in the front is great. 6 speed manual tranny rocks.