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In the consumer guide magazine that came out didn't they knock the Acura RL for having a three foot more on its turning radius than some of the other luxury sedans they included. That seems like a lot. I am thinking about buying one and would appreciate input on whether that is something to consider. I drive a lot around town and make a lot U-turns! I also thought it was strange that they placed the Acura TL in the same test category as the RL? Does that make sense to anyone and so why not just buy the TL at 15,000 less if they rate it number 2 behind Infinity? Sounds like TL is the care maybe to get instead of RL if you read their report.
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Also in the magazine they mentioned the lights weren't as good as some of the others. I can't recall exactly, but something like you couldn't see objects in the road at night very well. Anybody out there with a 2005 RL that can comment on night driving and if the lights are good or what? |
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Replying to: jjacura (Aug 08, 2005 2:05 pm) Formula, you may have a point about the taupe being more popular since we don't see any of it. Black interiors seem to be plentiful. |
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Replying to: jjacura (Aug 06, 2005 5:57 pm)
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Replying to: birdbird (Aug 09, 2005 1:27 pm) CR did not test the TL with the same group of AWD cars that included the RL. CR recently changed the way they score cars; there is now a standard measure that allows for comparisons to other tests. The recent comparo was AWD Luxury Sedans (RL, M35, A6, GS300, and STS). However because of the standardized scoring the final list could include other luxury cars tested earlier (e.g. BMW, LS430, and the TL). BTW, I really disliked the turning radius in my old '02 TL-S. Not sure I can live with the RL's either 
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Replying to: bartalk3 (Aug 09, 2005 8:41 pm)  The low beam headlights. A few of us have mentioned that there should be some kind of adjustment made because it seems that they are not focusing enough light and wondering what can be done about it. Anyone have the low beams adjusted yet? The brights are fine.
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Replying to: jjacura (Aug 10, 2005 6:45 am) I actually adjusted mine myself. It was very easy. Under the hood there's a screwdriver hole in the plastic housing just above the headlight unit. It shows which way to turn the screwdriver for up or down. There is a rubber gasket in the hole, so a large shank screwdriver will fit snug enough into the hole to turn the dial. It took about 10 twists and now my low-beam xenons are terrific (without blinding on-coming traffic)! A must for all new RL owners. . |
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Replying to: msu79gt82 (Aug 04, 2005 11:16 am)  This line of BS is pure satire right?" If anything, I'd probably say my comments were sarcastic. But my intent was to make a point and apparently I did. However, do you feel that this forum is an appropriate place to be insulting? "Deluded"??? As I said, for what it's worth, Consumer Reports will play no role in any decision I make regarding a new car. I continue to encourage everyone to seek other opinions as well. After all, how many times has CR been taken to task for making false statements about their test cars? I seem to recall at least two. And while it's fine if Consumer Reports calls a product a piece of crap beware if they give something a glowing review. Why? Because CR refuses to allow anyone to quote them. Do so and CR files a lawsuit. Sorry my dears, I don't have time for such hypocrisy and self-righteousness. Note to Consuder Reports, it's only an opinion, not a divine judgment. Get off the cross, we need the wood. Now, stepping down off my soapbox, y'all can harbor whatever opinion you want about CR. But please don't belittle mine simply because you don't agree.
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| Does or have anyone had a problem with any window in their 05 RL not lowering? My RL has this problem. The car is in service now and the service manager told me he has two other cars with the same problem but different windows. I would love to pass on a solution. I want my car back! Anyone? | |
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