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#5435 of 7385 Re: 2004 Acura RL - a couch mobile or a luxury sedan? [luvinmylex] by mccccland

Dec 28, 2004 (5:30 pm)

Replying to: luvinmylex (Dec 28, 2004 1:26 pm)
My comment related to the 04 models. In my opinion Lexus (GS430) which I had a chance to drive a couple of times was quieter than my 04 RL. The seats in the 04 RL are not shaped well for even slightly aggressive driving. If it comes to the 05 RL I did not drive it, so cannot comment, but you probably would agree that for $50K you can get a car that is either better driving, better looking, more luxurious or just having a higher overall appeal. When I look at the 05 RL it does not strike as a luxurious car. Also I would be hard pressed to even consider it close to the new 530. Rear wheel drive cannot be surpassed by the a part-time AWD.
 
Now it seems to me that buying the 04 RL was a mistake as a car you buy has to be able to satisfy you in at least one area. I can attest to the lack of torque in the 04 RL (no comment on the 05, please note). Luxury is not only the look and finish, but the driving characteristics, in which 04 RL falls behind, unless you prefer to drive your car as a "couch-mobile" - so maybe the Acura official was right afterall.

#5436 of 7385 jjacura by clpurnell

Dec 28, 2004 (6:01 pm)

I am only up that way if I am going to the airport or to dallas (I am on the SW side of town). However they were still working on it after thanksgiving (my last time up that way).

#5437 of 7385 Re: SH AWD Problems and Napleton Il Dealer [lvdh] by uriel

Dec 28, 2004 (9:17 pm)

Replying to: lvdh (Dec 28, 2004 11:12 am)
lvdh,
 
The dealership that serviced my RL and accomplished the repair is referenced below:
 
Hopkins Acura
Fairfield CA.
 
Hope this will solve your problem.

#5438 of 7385 Re: Traffic XM problem - Same problem by soapkng

Dec 28, 2004 (11:21 pm)

Replying to: nextlife1 (Dec 27, 2004 11:42 pm)
I had my RL for 1 day before it stopped working - well, it did the intermittent thing for a few days (and I thought I was doing something wrong) before it died altogether.
 
I did check online here and found two others who had the problem - one who had the XM unit replaced, the other had a loose wire fixed. Both had their probloms solved.
 
Anyway, I took in into the dealer - who had yet to experience this (always nice to be the first...NOT!) and after a day called to tell me that they need to get the factory rep down and couldn't do anything with it for a few days, so I could leave it there or get it. So, I got it, used it for the weekend and returned it mid-following-week, where they held it for a few days, then told me they had to order a part....so, again, I could get it or leave it. So I got it again and a week later left it for a day to replace the XM unit.
 
But, when I picked it up, as I was pulling out turning left from the dealer, I noticed that the underside of the steering had a nice scratch in the leather. So, I turned it around and, long story short, left them with an "I'll call you tomorrow to discuss this further" from the lead service manager. I was pissed (espcially after just returning a VW Touareg under the lemon law after it spent 35+ days in the shop over the first year and was 'scratched' and had other damage done to it while it was in the shop so many times...>ARRRGHHHH!!), but he called me the next day and said that they would replace the wheel.
 
So, I went in a few days later, but waited for it - and watched and chatted with the mechanic as he did it - nice guy. We figured out that someone had taken the car for a drive (around 10 miles if I remember correctly) even though that repair did not require one (just put the new unit in, turn it on and see if the traffic data is on) and he was not it - he says he fixed it, backed it up 20 feet and parked it.
 
Anyway, at that point, I just wanted to get things fixed and move on....and I'll likely go to another dealer for service....we'll see.
 
But, I did have the same problem.....

#5439 of 7385 Acura bad mouth by ivan_99

Dec 29, 2004 (12:00 am)

couch comment is not as bad as:
 
“It could be the best car, but I would still not buy it because it has the VW logo and because I have to go to a VW dealership where the salesmen are used to selling Jettas and Golfs”.
 
Audi VP of NA, Axel Mees, was dismissed.

#5440 of 7385 Wheel options...any out there? by soapkng

Dec 29, 2004 (4:14 am)

I keep hearing that the lug patterns are new on the new RL and I can't seem to find anyone manufacturing anything in 18" for this...does anyone know of anyone out there offering anything. I was looking to spend about $2-3k on a set of 4 tires and wheels, if that's doable with something nice.
 
Also, while here - does anyone know if the RL can take 19" (and would anyone want to, or is upgrading to 18" good enough?)?
 
Thanks for any info!
 
DF
Silver/Black, 7 weeks old, almost 3,500 miles already.

#5441 of 7385 Oh, how about aftermarket brakes? by soapkng

Dec 29, 2004 (4:17 am)

Though the stock brakes are ok, they are nothing special. They are good at keeping almost no brake dust on the wheels (my last Touareg and 528 created so much of it, especially on the front wheels, but the RL's are still relatively clean after almost 4k), but I'd like to upgrade them...any ideas?
 
And, do 'stock' acura brakes fit, or will I run into the same problem I am having finding wheels with this lug nut/hub change they did?
 
Thanks again for any info!
 
DF

#5442 of 7385 Re: 2004 Acura RL - a couch mobile or a luxury sedan? [mccccland] by r2917

Dec 29, 2004 (9:07 am)

Replying to: mccccland (Dec 28, 2004 5:30 pm)
Um, you say you can't comment on the RL but you DID. You made many comments on the 2005 RL saying it isn't Lexus-like, doesnt have enough torque, the AWD doesnt help, etc. Go back and read your post. Actually, here is a quote of what you said:
 
 
"The new RL does not impress me at all. It does not have the look. (try to find it quickly on the large parking lot between other cars). It is smaller everywhere, the engine has the same problem as the prior version, too little torque to be called sporty. For the same money (around $50K) you can get much better cars with a higher resale value and higher overall appeal. The 05 RL is neither BMW-like nor Lexus-like. The all wheel drive does not help the fact that it still drives like a front wheel drive vehicle. Shorter wheelbase than the 04 model does not help on a highway. Trunk is so small that any longer trip requires careful planning with your baggage. While the SH drive is better than a typical front wheel car, it is not even close to the experience of a luxury rear wheel drive competitors.
"
 
 
 
May I offer a suggestion? Drive the car before making comments on it. All it does by commenting on a product you have no use with is make your opinion flat out useless and full of ignorance.
 
BTW having been around Lexus sedans for the last 10 years I can tell you the 2005 RL IS Lexus-like. It is damn close to the level of the LS430 (but with superior handling) and the LS is the definition of Lexus.
 
Oh and I like "the look" of the new RL. It is very nice to me. Also, its acceleration is pretty good. I have had no problems wiht getting the car going while on the highway or around town.

#5443 of 7385 Re: snow drive [r2917] sorry for the 5 day delay. [markcincinnati] by r2917

Dec 29, 2004 (9:17 am)

Replying to: markcincinnati (Dec 27, 2004 7:55 pm)
Nice post.
 
As for my situation, I know it wasn't the ABS. I know when ABS is working and this slight hesitation didn't happen while braking as it happened during a drive around a bend. It could be the traction control but I would think a light would come on for that.
 
 
It may just be the tranny shifting at an awkward point. All I know is it isn't a big deal.

#5444 of 7385 "I did not drive it, so cannot comment," (Mcccland) by acuraphile

Dec 29, 2004 (10:26 am)

Replying to: mccccland (Dec 28, 2004 5:30 pm)
I have no problem with your posting here. In fact,your posts are object lessons in subjectivity. As teenagers, we all had expressed ourselves with minimum forethought. Just think what path your comments might have taken had you actually driven the '05RL! Perhaps your reluctance to test drive it stems from the fear of liking it, thereby removing the negative bias that you seem to embrace. Then, you might not bring yourself to post at all.
 
   "I could never divide myself from any man upon the difference of an opinion, or be angry with his judgment for not agreeing with me, despite the illogic of his stance."
 
- Anonymous

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