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Re: The Blue is very nice [bodble2]
by frisconick
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Jun 07, 2005 (4:09 am)
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Replying to: bodble2 (Jun 06, 2005 6:16 pm)
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- #183 of 231
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Re: Acura TL Owners: Hello All
by jesse777
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Jun 20, 2005 (1:44 pm)
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Replying to: KarenS (Oct 17, 2003 7:19 am)
Hello All , I am just in the beginning stages of buying my first new car. And I'm really looking at the TL. Can anyone give me some advise, It is the only car that i seem to like. I ask you all is it worth buying or should i look else where. does the car have any issues? Can you guys please help? its deeply appreciated, thanX
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- #184 of 231
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Re: Acura TL Owners: Hello All [jesse777]
by bodble2
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Jun 20, 2005 (2:32 pm)
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Replying to: jesse777 (Jun 20, 2005 1:44 pm)
After a little over a year, I still think the TL is a great value in terms of power, amenities, technology & styling. The ride can be a little harsh over rough roads. There is a bit of torque steer (less with the automatic). Some owners have had problems with drivetrain vibration. I have been more fortunate and have not experienced that. I guess my own biggest gripe would be with miscellaneous rattles and noises that come and go. If you want/need AWD, you may want to wait until 2006 to see if that will be added. But overall I don't think you will find a better value for your $$.
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- #185 of 231
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Re: Acura TL Owners: Hello All [jesse777]
by frisconick
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Jun 20, 2005 (3:14 pm)
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Replying to: jesse777 (Jun 20, 2005 1:44 pm)
TL owner for a month and I have no rattles or noises that Jesse mentions. So far, this car has been perfect, and almost as quiet as the Camry. Camry's are unusually quiet, almost spooky quiet. But for the money, the sporty TL can't be beat. The interior is flawless.
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- #186 of 231
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Acura TL or Avalon
by danderson1
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Jun 20, 2005 (3:55 pm)
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I realize these two selections are very different; however, I'm trying to decide between both vehicles. My wife and I enjoy the comfort of the Avalon, but I really like the interior, sterio, NAV, and handling of the TL. This question is for existing owners: does the TL provide too harsh or stiff ride? Many of the local roads are beat up and I was worried about the comfort over the long haul. The ride is the only concern that I have. Otherwise I love it. Thoughts?
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- #187 of 231
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Re: Acura TL or Avalon [danderson1]
by frisconick
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Jun 20, 2005 (4:43 pm)
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Replying to: danderson1 (Jun 20, 2005 3:55 pm)
You can't beat the Avalon when it comes to comfort, and a quiet ride. I am a former Camry owner, and I did test drive the Avalon. My TL is almost as quiet, and a more comforatable ride than my old Camry, honestly I was suprised. However, I have read that the TL does not handle well on rough roads, but that has not been my experience. I suggest you test drive a TL on a rough road and push it hard. I think the TL and the Avalon are both great cars, you won't go wrong with either one, but the TL is more fun.
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- #188 of 231
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Re: Acura TL or Avalon [danderson1]
by bodble2
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Jun 20, 2005 (5:36 pm)
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Replying to: danderson1 (Jun 20, 2005 3:55 pm)
Rough roads do three things to the TL. One, the ride is a bit jarring. Two, it accentuates whatever torque steer it has. And three, it brings out the rattles (which also are affected by the weather). 
But as frisconick said, you'd have to go try one 'cause everyone's sensitivity is different.
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- #189 of 231
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Re: Acura TL or Avalon [frisconick]
by danderson1
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Jun 20, 2005 (5:36 pm)
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Replying to: frisconick (Jun 20, 2005 4:43 pm)
Thanks for the feedback. I hope to buy one of the two within the next month. At 39 years of age and two young children, this might be my last 'fun' ride for a while. I'm expecting my wife to buy a minivan in the next few years. Again, thanks!
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- #190 of 231
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Re: Acura TL or Avalon [danderson1]
by bodble2
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Jun 20, 2005 (5:38 pm)
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Replying to: danderson1 (Jun 20, 2005 5:36 pm)
"I'm expecting my wife to buy a minivan in the next few years."
Please accept my condolences.  
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- #191 of 231
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Re: Acura TL or Avalon [bodble2]
by frisconick
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Jun 20, 2005 (5:41 pm)
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Replying to: bodble2 (Jun 20, 2005 5:36 pm)
I have not experienced that. I find the ride fine on rough roads, I have an automatic so there is no torque steer, and no rattles. My TL is one fine ride.
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