sjshark211

I want to buy a 2008 since I don't like the model change from 2009-present. I have found a few low mileage S types on Carmax but the prices are high. I'm trying to justify paying $25k for a 6 year old car, granted its low mileage 50k. I know it will last forever but is $25k really a fair price?

justnspace

iTrader: (1)

yes, if you want a low mileage TL.
you could probably get the seller to lower the price by a grand or two at the most.

Brock79

I don't know where you're located, but there are at least half a dozen near me with 44k to 60k and all are 22k amd under.

Acura-OC

A lot of people do not like 2009-present making 2008 more desirable choice. As supply of:

1. 2008 Type S (highly desirable)
2. Low mileage (also highly desirable)

keeps shrinking prices remain steady.

Options to find lower priced 3G depends on YOUR preference.

Expand your search to include 2007 Type S.
Take a look at non Type S (you might like it).
Include higher mileage in your search.
Look beyond Carmax

sjshark211

I'm located in California and most of the S-types seem to be located in the eastern part of the US.

Brock79

Yea, I'm in NJ and there must be 20 of them for sale near me, one dealer has 8 of them alone.

EvilVirus

iTrader: (8)

You cant haggle prices at Carmax fyi

Acura-OC

Used 2008 Acura TL Type-S

$18,799



45,691 miles


Used 2008 Acura TL Type-S

$21,999



Mileage: 59,014


Used 2008 Acura TL Type-S

$22,000



Mileage: 54,000



All 3 in California.
For some reason cannot post links from Autotrader.

1black_seven

iTrader: (2)

I'd offer 23k but 25k sounds right

Sbarbee54

Hurricane Sandy victims, water damage for sure

Sbarbee54

Yeah good luck I am in CA and I saw 4 when i was looking finally settled for one at 92K

tyintegra

I have been searching for almost the same thing for over a month and they are normally right around $22k. Just do a simple search on auto trader. I would never pay $25K unless it was absolutely perfect.

Brock79

Nah, not at least for the ones I looked at

GOOSEej

iTrader: (2)

When i was in the market to get a TL or TL-S "preferably" I went to see 4 different TL-S are which were pieces of garbage as the price tag was around $18-$22k. Im in Southern California. Not many TL-S appear here and mainly a good amount are all located in the eastcoast.

I settled for an 08 TL under $14k im happy with it.. I would had liked the TL-S but for the very small difference not worth the price tags.

sjshark211

I settled for an 08 TL under $14k im happy with it.. I would had liked the TL-S but for the very small difference not worth the price tags.[/QUOTE]

That's what I am debating whether I should hold out for a S type or just "settle" for a TL since those are easier to find.

JTS97Z28

iTrader: (4)

Geez I would have even considered selling my Type S for those mid twenty prices! Apparently they are holding their value still! Nice to see. If 50k mile cars are being listed at 25, then what would a 13k mile 6mt bring?!? Ugh, still don't think I could do it tho.

My recommendation is if you are set on an S, DO NOT settle. It's not just a small difference like goose said above, besides the sheet metal almost every part of the at is different...literally!
I settled years ago and regretted the decision within a week. Bit the bullet and traded it for an S....now happy :-)


Btw I'm not implying by any means that the base TL isn't good because it is, just saying that if you want S, get S otherwise you'll likely eventually regret it.

tyintegra

Now yours would probably be worth the $25 figure.....

If yours has the light grey interior, I would be willing to take it off your hands for the $25k

2FRESHTL

I paid 28k for my type s

LP700-4

Its very tempting to sell right now. I bought mine last year for 21k with 30k miles. People with 60k miles are listing for 22-23 and actually selling very quickly up here in canada. Mine with 33k miles now could very possibly sell for 25.

Its almost like these cars are appreciating in value haha

paperboy42190

iTrader: (7)

theres only 2 color option for the type S interior.

Option 1: ebony/silver
Option 2: taupe

so if you're looking for a type S with a light gray interior...you wont find one

but btw, $25k for an 08 with 50k miles is just too much. Maybe 21-22k at most. There are plenty of TL-S in california

TurnerDan

I'd say, if you are looking for a Type-S and you only want the Type-S, don't settle for a base model. I love my base but that's because I wasn't looking for a Type-S. If I had the money to spend and I could afford it, I'd get the Type-S for sure; especially a low mileage one.

tyintegra

I guess I am talking about the Taupe. In pictures it looks like a very light gray.

TypeSnel

I was about to sell mine this week - 2008 TL Type S, NBP, 6mt, Taupe interior with 54k miles. I was looking to list anywhere between $22k-$23k.

When I purchased mine it was over 900 miles away with 39k miles on it. Just stay patient and keep looking - I looked for a few months

rarebird

I'm new to the forum, and I'm also looking for an S Type. They are as rare has hens teeth here in New Mexico. Dealers are charging big bucks, and they really aren't in very good condition.

I thought I had one bought, but I found out there was a huge possibility the one I was interested in towed a U Haul trailer from Philly to Santa Fe. (Who would do that with these cars?)

I went to a local Acura Dealer here, and he told me the S Type is a "rarebird", hence my screen name.

I keep waiting...

Brock79

You guys should look through Craigslist at North Jersey, Central and south jersey. Type in Acura TL and see what comes up. There are a few nice ones on there. Mostly black, silver and white, but a few Kinetic blues and even one carbon bronze. If I didn't have a 2011 SH, I would have grabbed the carbon bronze.

On a side note there is a dealer near me named EMG that has a few of them and three in a color I have never seen, a dull but shiney gray.

http://www.emgauto.com/web/used/Acur...rsey/12813875/

rarebird

That car shows nice...everything I see here is beat on. Big bucks to ship that to NM

DementiaPhuro

Here's one in San Diego recently posted.

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/4592388061.html

Looks like it was really taken care of. Might be able to drop the price a bit since the seller is moving.

Acura-OC

I have not seen anyone mention it yet but any of you looking for a low mileage car are worried about rolled back odometer readings? For example one that is mentioned in post #26 has some excessive wear on top of the steering wheel but when you look at the carfax it has well documented manit. history.

tyintegra

Just do a search on Autotrader and you will find a lot of them ranging from the $18k to $22k range. A lot with low miles and some with clean car fax.

paperboy42190

iTrader: (7)

a smart car buyer can easily tell if the odometer has been swapped

rarebird

Addressing the OP's original question...I've been looking at the same cars on Carmax. I just can't see myself paying 25K + for a car even with low the miles listed on a couple of them. And then of course then there are the transfer fees.

I want one of these bad, but I'm trying to be patient.

GOOSEej

iTrader: (2)

If you really want a Type S and dont mind paying what they are going for. By all means get a Type S.

I was kicking myself for a bit cause i really wanted the Type S but opted for the base TL. Im happy with it now due to some recent parts i have acquired.

Paying almost 23k or more for a car thats 6 years old is beyond me. I rather get an 2010 Audi A4 premium plus for that amount of cash.

But thats just me. I love my TL now i just hope nothing goes wrong with it. "transmission"

Good luck!

sjshark211

You must be looking at the same ones that I'm looking at on Carmax. I agree with everyone else that 25k is just too much for a 6 year old car. Maybe I might have better luck with the 2007's since there is not much difference between the 2 years models

JTS97Z28

iTrader: (4)

Cool, the more posts I read in this thread the happier I feel about my Type S purchase :-) I feel like I got a hell of a deal.
Based on searches and seeing cars out there I will say it is getting hard to find a mint Type S. I have seen some at dealerships that really show their age/mileage and just overall lack of being taken care of.

TheEntrepreneur

It seems like y'all are throwing out some huge numbers. I just bought my 07 TL-S KBP with 91k for only $12,500 and it was always serviced at Acura Dealership, but I did have an 8 hour drive to get it one way. I feel like I got a great deal on the car. I've had a base TL and now a Type-S and would say I could not see myself being able to settle on a base.

JTS97Z28

iTrader: (4)

Even though you did get a nice car for cheap, there is a big difference between one with almost 100K, and one with 20/30/40K on the odo. Those one/two owner mint and original cars still bring the bucks.
Whats cool is I have been searching for a G37XS sedan for my sister and its incredible that some 07/08 Type S's are holding the close to the same value as a 2012 G37XS sport and performance package with 15K miles. That says a LOT about the Type S!

Brock79

The link I posted in post 26 was more for the color of the car and not the condition. That's the only Type S I have seen in that color and Acura doesn't list them in that color either. That dealer had three in that color.

Brock79

Here is a nice one near me
http://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/4573707625.html




The Carbon Bronze
http://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/4585227839.html


A kinetic blue with a little more mileage
http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/4556424989.html

rarebird

Those prices are looking awfully good to a guy looking for one in New Mexico, USA

Lots of 2 owners +...with accidents. Even on Carmax.

JTS97Z28

iTrader: (4)

Carbon Bronze is not all that hard to find. Its not as common as black or silver, but definitely not one of the rarest. Great color BTW loved it!

In my years of searching it goes like this. From common to rarest:
black(NBP)-silver(ASM)-white(WDP)-bronze(CBP)-blue(KBP)-red(MRP). Those figures hold true for both auto and 6mt. WDP and CBP are a toss up.