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#206 of 1965 2001 Acura CL - Windshield by crazycl

Mar 17, 2001 (12:43 am)

I just brought my new 2001 Acura CL into the dealership to have the windshield replaced. The Acura person described the problem as "rippling" in the windshield. I drove off in a loaner CL that had the same problem. Then I talked to a friend that has an identical CL and he said it was the anti-reflective coating!?! Has anyone else noticed the rippling? I notice it on the passenger side when I am in the driver's seat. I also notice it when I walk up to my car (10-15 away) and look at the windshield area from an angle. Straight lines are distorted.

#207 of 1965 Paint Problems??? by billiam70

Mar 18, 2001 (6:41 am)

I am the new owner of a 2001 Honda Accord V6 Coupe. Quite a few people in the accord message boards are trashing the car, especially the paint quality. My Honda is the Nighthawk Black Pearl. Now I know that black is a lot of maintenance, but that's okay because I love it. I wanted to know what Acura owner's experiences are with this or any other quality issues.
 
I had a 92 Integra with 107,000 miles on it and the car looked brand new! I had my Integra for 7 years then sold it for a Ford Explorer. What an idiot I was. I'm so happy to be back in the Honda family again!! There is no comparison.
 
Thanks.

#208 of 1965 message #202 by rasaia

Mar 18, 2001 (10:57 am)

I have the same problem with my 2 week old cl, type s. I was going to give it a while to break in before I talk to the dealer about the surging problem. I also would like to know from long time owners if the problem persists. In response to #203; it does it without the a/c on.

#209 of 1965 surging by ineto6

Mar 19, 2001 (10:29 am)

Yup, I did experienced that problem... either turning off the A/C or stepping on the brake a little harder during stops. A few people noticed this, but I think most of them are ok with it.... you might want to try acura fans website... older messages here.

#210 of 1965 I have to admit.... by obiwankenobi1

Mar 20, 2001 (1:05 pm)

You all know that I loved my 99 Acura CL. We all admit that there was some fit & finish problems, but not that big of a deal, right?
 
Now that I own a 1990 BMW M3, I have to admit, I am a little upset with the CL now. For an 11 year old car, this vehicle has no rattles and is flush in all the door handles, trunk, etc. What gives? It is sad that Honda/Acura can't do better. I will probably buy German cars from now on (if I have the money!). The quality is just that much better.
 
Oh well, just thought I would point that out!

#211 of 1965 yadda yadda yadda by ineto6

Mar 20, 2001 (2:35 pm)

Yes, I see your point obi.... in two different forum topics. Good for you. I question a comparison between a relative high volume vehicle (CL/Accord) to a low volume vehicle (M3). Not only that, you are comparing your samples (2 cars). Anyway, you are happy with your BMW... that's what counts.

#212 of 1965 2002 CL-S? by phatnastycat

Mar 20, 2001 (5:04 pm)

Since there are two open CL forums, I'll ask this question in both...Does anyone have any info on the 2002 CL-S (Changes from 2001) and when they expect to be available?
Thanks-PNC

#213 of 1965 obi.....sorry to see... by johns1

Mar 20, 2001 (6:52 pm)

that you left the Acura family. I am afraid to say but your M3 will spend more time in the shop than your CL ever would. Enjoy the car anyway.

#214 of 1965 Why is that? by obiwankenobi1

Mar 21, 2001 (9:15 pm)

Not to be rude, but there is this big misconception going around that Honda's have better maintenamce then BMW's. Everyone I have talked to who owns BMW's agree that there have been no problems with their cars through ownership. The only thing is that maintenance costs MORE!
 
I wouldn't say Honda's are more reliable, they are just cheaper to fix. I can tell you that the motor in my BMW is built better than ANY Honda I have owned!
 
No offense. Just stating my case!
 
Obi

#215 of 1965 PNC by ineto6

Mar 23, 2001 (1:01 pm)

from what I gathered.... not much will be changed for 02 CL. However, there will be lots of changeds for 02 TL. They test things first on the TL and make it better on the CL...

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