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Replying to: mugenex6 (Dec 19, 2008 12:06 am) |
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Well.. We started doing the paperwork and it turns out that 0.9% Financing for 2008 RL's has expired on Dec 10th 2008. The lowest I'm able to find is 6% Interest (Thru Dealer or Acura both). Since we were in so deep into negotiations and excitement, The Dealership has offered me $500 over invoice for 2009 RL w/ Tech. (yes, RL, not TL). Dilemma: 1. Should I go with the 2008 RL (Tech Pkg) for 41K and 6% Interest..... ORRR... 2. A 2009 RL (Tech Pkg) for ~46K with 0.9%. (The difference in Tax doesnt concern me too much). 3. My only other choice is to go with a 2008 TL w/ Navi which would be about 30K ..... but no choice of color. I can certainly use some help from my fellow Edmunds friends. I love this forum!!
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I'd do the 09. Many nice changes to be found inside and out. Also, account for the extra year of depreciation with the 08 on resale. What color choice do you have on the RL. I think dark colors look better with that new grille.
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Replying to: vavavavolvo (Dec 19, 2008 6:53 pm) And definitely don't forget the extra year of depreciation. Many people forget that one of the main reasons last year's model is cheaper is it's truly lost value, even though it's never been driven. That loss of value is permanent as you'll find when you get ready to trade it in on your next car. |
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I'm behind the wheel of an 09 RL after returning my 05. This is a much improved car. I'd don't think I'd buy the 08 if I could swing the 09. The 09 is smoother, silkier and far more quiet than was my 05. Just an all around great car. The nicest thing about the RL is the feeling it gives you when you drive it. With the SH-AWD, the bullet-proof navigation system, the flawless vtec engine and the solid suspension - you feel like you can go anywhere in this car without the fear of breaking down, getting lost or not making it back. It is the most trusted vehicle I have every owned.
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Replying to: pds1 (Dec 21, 2008 8:41 am) Gray |
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I went to a dealership to look at some low-mileage Honda Accords. While there I couldn't help noticing a 2005 Acura RL with 86,000 miles for $15,995. What do you guys think? Is this a good price? Although I current vehicle is a 1992 Civic with 230,000 miles on it, I'm pretty wary of spending that much money on a car with that many miles on it. How reliable has the RL been for those of you with higher miles? I know it's Acura reliability, but it just seems like there's so much that could go wrong on a car with that many features. Other questions: Does the real time traffic require a separate subscription? How has gas mileage compared to the EPA estimates of 18/26? I apologize if this info is listed elsewhere, but I'm new to the forum and not sure where to look. I'd really appreciate any thoughts that you guys have.
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Replying to: Ryanme17 (Dec 22, 2008 12:21 pm) Yes the NavTraffic is a separate subscription from the regular XM radio subscription. My gas milegage is worse then the mileage you stated. I get 15-16 in town under normal driving. Maybe 17 if I baby it. I get 22-24 in highway driving. It also requires premium fuel. Hope this helps. |
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Replying to: mugenex6 (Dec 19, 2008 5:10 pm) 1. Should I go with the 2008 RL (Tech Pkg) for 41K and 6% Interest..... ORRR... 2. A 2009 RL (Tech Pkg) for ~46K with 0.9%. (The difference in Tax doesnt concern me too much). 3. My only other choice is to go with a 2008 TL w/ Navi which would be about 30K ..... but no choice of color. With the difference in interest, the monthly payment will probably be about the same. That alone would push me to the 09.
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Replying to: jimbob1 (Dec 23, 2008 8:27 am) |
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