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Avoid - Poor
Mark Olson, 05/28/2002
1997 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
During the 5 years that I have owned this vehicle, the 5th year has been a MONEY PIT. I have replaced both arms at $686 each, both rear window motors and now have an emmission contol problem. I now have to take the vehicle in YET AGAIN because of a revving engine. I would avoid purchasing an Acura 3.5RL
Basically very reliable
Brad Gardner, 10/25/2010
1997 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the car at 29,000 miles and now have 144,000 miles. The only problems have been both back window motors, front struts went out at about 85,000, rear struts are also out. Now, i have a broken motor mount somehow to the tune of $725.00. I have really enjoyed the car, though it does have poor cornering manners. Recommend replacing the timing belt as called for in the manual.
Love It!!!!!
Prettyklassy, 01/24/2003
1997 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I brought an older car because I wanted something decent. Im so glad I didnt go with the Infinity Q45, I love this car! The wheel is soft but I see no other flaws. Wonderful!
this is a very very well-built car!
brian woods, 06/09/2002
1997 Acura RL 3.5 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
the review written below is obviously biased. maybe his/her car was a lemon. i've had mine for about 4-5 years now, it never any a single problem! i've even gotten into an accident with this car but still performs like day 1. this car is very very comfortable to drive (but not really fun to drive as my Bimmer) and reliability is far beyond expectation (well, it is basically a honda so you know what i am saying). bottom line: don't avoid buying an RL like the other guy said. i would recommend this car to any one!
RL3.5 a winner
cbsimike, 07/25/2002
1997 Acura RL 3.5 Premium 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have been driving my 3.5RL Premium (includes heated seats) for 1 1/2 years. My wife and I love the looks, comfort, and driveability of this car. It was purchased as a certified vehicle and drove as new when I purchased. I currently have 75xxx miles and it still drives like new. I got a great car at 1/2 price of new one.