Used 1998 Acura TL Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Still in love
Vanessa, 05/26/2010
1998 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Got my car on 2/14/98 and still love it after all these years. Having problem with speed sensor now but the car is still solid otherwise. Other than maintenance and replacing the struts, this car has been low cost over the years. I love pulling up next to other owners of the older TLs because we always roll down windows and praise our cars. I've never met anyone who didn't love theirs. I know I'll need a new vehicle one day but for now will continue to enjoy the ride.
Excellent Car
lizaven17, 10/25/2014
1998 Acura TL 2.5 4dr Sedan
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I got this car back in 2010 as a starter. Since then it's needed an upstream O2 sensor and a wiper motor. I have fallen in love with this car and worked a great deal on it. My TL has done two coast-to-coast cross country trips with stellar performance. The car is kinda rare in the US so parts can get expensive if you break the wrong thing. But overall this car is great. A word of caution to fellow tuners out there: the design of this car is kinda nonsensical. Things like wiring a subwoofer are extremely difficult. But as a basic car, the 5cyl is really reliable and the interior is spacious and comfy. A pure-blooded GT car if you ask me.
Okay for me.
Christy, 07/26/2010
1998 Acura TL 2.5 4dr Sedan
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my Acura used five years ago. In that time I have replace the timing belt, had the engine overhauled and the transmission overhauled (costing several thousand dollars), replaced the pulley system for the alternator and the windows are having trouble rolling down or up and the paint is flaking off. I do realize that it's an older car now, but the repairs are really starting to be too much. Otherwise, the car runs great when it's running and sounds great. Pretty good horse power though gas mileage is only about 21 mpg. Not great, but it's okay.
Very nice car, high reliability
TLW, 06/25/2007
1998 Acura TL 2.5 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought my '98 2.5 TL about 5 years ago, I also paid $1200 for the extended warranty to 100K miles. I never got to use the warranty. At 107K miles now, D4 light is out, and I have replaced both oxygen sensors as well as doing the scheduled 104K miles timing belt / water pump service. I also replaced the battery a couple years ago, and new brake pads. I'm due for replacing the AT fluid and filter. All in all, this car has been excellent. My car with 107K miles drives and feels like a new car - nothing loose or sloppy, and the throttle response is very smooth.
Owned a used 98 TL
John Saunders, 12/21/2017
1998 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The car I have was built in Japan and it runs like it. It is a great car, I would not be afraid to drive my car from the East to the West Coast. Honda makes some great cars. I do feel the newer TLs look nice but started getting small and cheap, but so has every other car out there.
- Performance
Love My Acura
Degruise, 01/04/2007
1998 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my favorite car. Even when I see a car exactly like mine go by, I still stare at it because I feel like it is one of the most attractive styles ever made. It drives great, and I have only brought it in for regular maintenance such as oil, brakes and tires. It is the best running vehicle I have ever driven!
Amazing long term car!
sfgiants22, 04/26/2009
1998 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This was the second car that Ive ever bought and it is awesome. I bought it at 110,000(I know), but following some dealer tricks I was sold on it. I felt a bit taken later because of the miles it had but it still drive like new and its at 165000 now. I couldn't ask for a more reliable vehicle and the only thing that Ive had to do is replace the battery and headlight bulbs...unbelievably reliable. Acura is simply an all around good company and I'm glad I bought my TL.
The best car money can buy
Jeff, 08/24/2010
1998 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
We bought a '97 with about 68k on it i '95. It seemed very expensive at the time. Other than 2 starters (a persistent problem with these cars (requiring the axle to be removed - $-) along with the terrible window operations), and the recommended timing belt change with water pump, I have performed all maintenance which consists only of fluids, filters and brakes (do my own work). This car now has 260k on it, drives as if it were new, with no smoke or leaks from the engine. It does need a power-steering pump but the kids drive it now and they need the exercise. I now have a collection of 3 of the 3.2TL's ranging from 96 to 98 and have my eye on another. If taken care of, they always run.
LOVE MY CAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Erin, 10/23/2010
1998 Acura TL 2.5 4dr Sedan
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for 10 months and am so happy that i made the choice to buy it. The body is in great condition with no rust and is a very rugged car to drive. When i test drove it i was very impressed with how it hugged the road. When its time to get a newer car im sticking to the Acura TL.
I love my Acura!!!
Dana Lucas, 01/15/2006
1998 Acura TL 3.2 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
By far, the best car purchase I have ever made! I have had this car since late 1997, and have only had to pay for basic maintenance until Dec 2005. In Dec, the heat system failed and I had to fix - only cost $800! Also, car rides like a dream - very smooth. I always get compliments on the look and feel of the car. I plan to buy another Acura when I'm done with this one!
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