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Replying to: fornov (Oct 22, 2008 11:43 am) I take it you have not driven the 09 as of yet. Drove my 04 TL to the dealer yesterday and tested the 09 TECH. Didn't realize that they now have "DEMO" cars that are not for sale. Anyway, drove it down some curvy roads and then on to the highway. Drives much bigger then the 3G TL. Not overly faster then the current. Just felt like I was in this large vehicle. When I got back in my 04, it felt like I was driving a civic. Think I need to drive it again to get more of a feel. My first impression wasn't " I got to have this". If you can understand that feeling. Kind of felt that with my 04. However the interior and tech features were great. Made my car feel outdated. I keep checking for other driving impressions, but doesn't seem to be many of them out there on this forum. Let me know if you drive it.
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Replying to: dvsutton (Oct 22, 2008 6:43 am) My family has owned Honda products since the mid '70s, I can't recall a single issue of note. More recently, since 2003, my father has owned 2 TLs, my brother an MDX and an RDX (and now my father's TL). I'm currently driving an '05 TL. My only issues with the TL have been a couple of rattles, fixed under warranty. My father/brother report no issues. A neighbor is on his second trouble-free TL since '02. My boss even has a first gen TL he bought used with nearly 100,000 miles and has had no issues! Good luck with the money you'll save (don't invest it in the stock market!   ) by buying your next garbage-free car! Prior to my TL, I drove a garbage-free Chrylser 300m for 5.5 years, maybe a 300 sin basura might be to your liking... PS: Does your Acura dealer have an NSX as a loaner? My dealer does, but the few times I've had appointments, the person just before me got it! 
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Replying to: laurasdada (Oct 22, 2008 1:11 pm) That being said, Honda (Acura) quality and reliability aren't what they used to be. Hondas in the '80's and much of the '90's were absolutely bullet-proof with little or no initial quality issues. Not so much now. Still better than most, but more fit and finish problems, initial quality issues, and some lingering mechanical issues such as the transmission problem.
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Replying to: dvsutton (Oct 22, 2008 6:43 am) While I sympathize with your anger and anguish, but coming to this Acura TL forum (this is not Honda Ody forum) to voice your complaints seems to be a bit out of place and unwarranted, because most members here do not have similar problems with their TLs, especially the 3G. Voice your concerns in the Ody forum and may be you will get a more receptive and sympathetic audience. Peace out! |
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Replying to: bodble2 (Oct 22, 2008 3:51 pm) [Putting on flame suit as I type this paragraph] Also, most of Acura and Honda cars are now assembled in the U.S., and it appears that the quality and reliability of such cars have slipped. On the other hand, my 3 Maximas (1992, 1997 and 2003) were all made and assembled in Japan and I never had any significant problem with them. I hope my 06 TL will give me the same quality.
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Replying to: habitat1 (Oct 22, 2008 9:56 am)
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My husband and I have been torn between the TL and the Infiniti G35. I think we've settled on the G. The ride and finish of the G are more pleasing to us, but the slightly better fuel economy and increased voice commands are appealing in the TL. We really dislike the 2009 TL exterior design and have found that the front seat head rests are angled uncomfortably too far forward, causing noticeable discomfort after even a short test-driving trip. We've been told that the head rests are only adjustable upward and forward (I think that's what we were told). Wondering if anyone else has been troubled by this and if anyone knows if there's a fix for this annoyance? |
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Replying to: dvsutton (Oct 22, 2008 10:24 pm) (Warning - bodble - you may want to skip this post as I feel compelled to discuss another one of my automotive experiences). Dvsutton - The answer is ever since I quit selling Porsches. I think most car enthusiasts and experts would claim that the 911 is one the most time tested, durable, highest fit and finish sports car in the world. Yet my 3 year old 911S had to go back to the shop at least 5 times before they finally replaced the entire motor system to fix a convertible top that would get stuck in the down position. Next week I'm heading back in for the third time my automatic deploying rear spoiler has failed. And twice last year the car flooded through (supposedly) clogged cowl drains while simply sitting outside on level ground in the rain. The first time, it was a $5,000 reapir bill that I got hit with a $1000 deductable on my insurance policy, the second time Porsche took full responsibility, but only after I went to a their national customer service rep and laid down the law - literally and figuratively. Do you see me posting ad nauseum that "Porsche sucks" or its a "garbage car"? No - about the most I've done is post a single "buyer beware" on the flooding issue. I know of dozens of other Porsche owners that have had one or two problems, but nothing like my misfortune. And, once I get past the hassles I've had, the car still drives like no other car I've ever owned. So I simply put it in perspective. Do yourself a favor. Sell your friggin Odyssey. At least with Honda, the high resale value means that Odyssey is worth about 5 times what any used Ford is worth at 20k miles. And then buy the Ford. But try to understand that your campaign to convince the rest of the world that Acura and Honda are "garbage cars" is a fruitless exercise. I think you have sufficiently "vented". If you really think you'd be better off in a Ford or Chevy, go ahead and put your money where your mouth is. I suspect they are practically giving them away at this point. You may not believe this, but I sincerely wish you the best of luck. It isn't fun having misfortune and you do have my sympathy for that.
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