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Used TL type S
by inwi99
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Nov 20, 2007 (7:32 pm)
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Hi All,
I've been looking at some low milege TL type S's with 6MT. Looks like they are selling on eBay in the 31-32 range. Good prices or not? Anything to look out for? What's the story on the struts, is there a range of VIN #'s to worry about?
Thanks
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Sticky Manual
by mprage
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Nov 24, 2007 (6:35 am)
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I have a manual 2007 TL type S and occasionally I have trouble engaging 3rd gear and reverse gear. When I try to shift to those gears, it feels like the stick is encountering a physical barrier and it pops back into neutral. Anyone have any ideas what may be wrong and does this warrant a servicing?
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- #587 of 614
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TL-S Taupe Interior - Black headliner?
by nowakj66
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Nov 27, 2007 (1:37 pm)
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I know the TL-S with ebony interior also has a black headliner and black carpets.
The TL-S can also be had with a taupe interior and black carpets. Does the taupe interior TL-S also have black headliner like the ebony version?
Any opinion on which interior looks better with a Kinetic blue or Carbon Bronze TL-S?
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- #588 of 614
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Re: TL-S Taupe Interior - Black headliner? [nowakj66]
by pv2
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Nov 27, 2007 (2:39 pm)
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Replying to: nowakj66 (Nov 27, 2007 1:37 pm)
I have a Carbon Bronze TL-S with the taupe interior. The headliner is taupe and the floor carpet is black and I'm very pleased with the car and color combinations. I was unsure about the exterior because it can look gray at times and brownish at other times depending on lighting. My prior car was a 2003 CL-S and all black so I just wanted a change. Also, the dark chrome wheels and trim look particularly good with the Carbon Bronze color. Good luck.
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Re: TL-S Taupe Interior - Black headliner? [pv2]
by nowakj66
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Nov 27, 2007 (5:17 pm)
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Replying to: pv2 (Nov 27, 2007 2:39 pm)
I like the contrast of the black and taupe on the door panels in your color combo pv2. I think it is striking. Nice looking car you have there!
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Re: Sticky Manual [mprage]
by sicktls4me
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Nov 27, 2007 (6:11 pm)
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Replying to: mprage (Nov 24, 2007 6:35 am)
Looks like I'm not the only one having this problem - 3rd gear. Though downshifting to 3rd gear is not a problem. Do you have a problem with downshifting? Not sure when it started, but, I've noticed it more for the past couple of months. I've had mine since mid-Apr. I don't have any ideas on what's wrong, but, it should be under powertrain warranty. Even if I do know the problem, it's best to take it to the dealer. I just hope this can be fixed!! At least with mine, it does not happen all the time. There seems to be no pattern on when it happens - I've tried slow acceleration, moderate and fast. Good luck!!
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Re: Used TL type S [inwi99]
by sicktls4me
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Nov 27, 2007 (6:14 pm)
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Replying to: inwi99 (Nov 20, 2007 7:32 pm)
A good place for price comparison for your interest in TL-S, 6MT, would be CARMAX. Not sure what you consider low mileage. Good luck!!
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Re: TL-S Taupe Interior - Black headliner? [nowakj66]
by sicktls4me
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Nov 27, 2007 (6:29 pm)
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Replying to: nowakj66 (Nov 27, 2007 1:37 pm)
I have a Kinetic Blue with Taupe interior. As a designer, this combo looks great. The light color interior makes the interior look more roomy, Plus, it looks and feels like luxurious furniture. With the Taupe int, you (at least, I can) can appreciate the quality of the stitching, especially on the door panels. The Taupe should also look great with Carbon Bronze. Personally, I'd stay away from black interior. Unless, you like to look at dirt/dust most of the time. The only negative thing about light interior color is if it gets stain - so beware!! I don't eat in my car, so, that solves the stain problem.
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Re: TL-S Taupe Interior - Black headliner? [nowakj66]
by spyderred
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Nov 28, 2007 (9:11 am)
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Replying to: nowakj66 (Nov 27, 2007 1:37 pm)
I have the Kinetic Blue with black interior and I love it. I considered the taupe but decided against it as it was too light and would show dirt much more so than the black. My previous car had the beige interior and that required a lot of cleaning and upkeep. Also, the black in my opinion is very sporty and adds to the car's sport appeal and feel. Both colors combinations are beautiful, just depends if you mind the additional maintenance that will be required with the taupe interior.
As with everything, there are pros and cons to every choice.
Good Luck with you decision.
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Re: TL-S Taupe Interior - Black headliner? [spyderred]
by nowakj66
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Nov 28, 2007 (1:12 pm)
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Replying to: spyderred (Nov 28, 2007 9:11 am)
Thanks for the opinions on interior colors - both taupe and the black are nice.
I have 2 kids in car seats so leather is a plus. If the black carpet in all TL-S models is anything like our Odyssey Touring, it may get dusty but it hides stains well.
To add to the temptation my dealer called to offer invoice pricing plus 2.9% financing on the TL-S. I want to pull the trigger but spring '08 would be better timing wise for my finances.
Also considering a used RL but I think the TL-S is a very nice deal.
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