Worth it?
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Worth it?
Im thinking of buying myself a 98 CL. I've loved these cars for a while, and I've finally found what seems like a good deal on one, but I figured I'd get an opinion from people that know these cars well. The ad reads:
I have reduced the price for ths car because i am moving out of country and have to sell it as soon as possible.
I am selling this beautiful green colored 2 door,
1998 Acura 3.0 CL for $ 3000 Or best offer. There
are 194,400 miles on the car.The car has been
mostly used on highways for commuting to college.
It has Automatic transmission, power steering,
power seat, power windows, power door locks, single
compact disc, moon roof, leather interior, and
cruise control.
There is nothing WRONG with the car. "
Is it worth it? I'm thinking of offering $2500 for it.
I have reduced the price for ths car because i am moving out of country and have to sell it as soon as possible.
I am selling this beautiful green colored 2 door,
1998 Acura 3.0 CL for $ 3000 Or best offer. There
are 194,400 miles on the car.The car has been
mostly used on highways for commuting to college.
It has Automatic transmission, power steering,
power seat, power windows, power door locks, single
compact disc, moon roof, leather interior, and
cruise control.
There is nothing WRONG with the car. "
Is it worth it? I'm thinking of offering $2500 for it.
#3
Originally Posted by CLpwner
Ask about the transmission...
Get a test drive and see if the tranny is slipping. I'd offer him 2k to start with :-)
Get a test drive and see if the tranny is slipping. I'd offer him 2k to start with :-)
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Offer 2K and work up to 2500
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Same here. Biggest concern would be the tranny. However, maybe it was recently rebuilt? Look into that. From what I've read it's nearly impossible to get that kinda mileage outta them.
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well what are you guys expecting for 2 grand. if he doesnt have a new tranny, say theres a chance it could go soon. ask him to get it for 2 grand, then when the tranny shits on you, get a rebuilt one, and there, you got a car for under 4 grand.
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Selling Reasons of a 3.0 CL such as:
1) moving
2) need money
3) etc blah blah
= tranny is dying, wanna get rid of it.
These cars are valued at 4K and up, depending on condition.
I'd say keep looking...
1) moving
2) need money
3) etc blah blah
= tranny is dying, wanna get rid of it.
These cars are valued at 4K and up, depending on condition.
I'd say keep looking...
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If it doesn't have a rebuilt tranny, we may have a new record on this site
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Originally Posted by 97BlackAckCL
If it doesn't have a rebuilt tranny, we may have a new record on this site
Hold now here......he is talking about an AUTOMATIC....I drive an automatic with 211000 miles and it is still going strong......so it depends who and how it was actually driven...if it belongs to one owener then I would say go for it only after a test drive..... if it has changed multiple oweners then I would very carefull may be every one is trying to pass the lemon around....
But as per my experience with this car an AUTOMATIC is well worth it money..
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Originally Posted by 97BlackAckCL
If it doesn't have a rebuilt tranny, we may have a new record on this site
Well first, drive the car and check for slippage. Second, see what you can talk him down to. Considering these cars are valued at 4k and up, and you might be able to get it for $2500 or whatever, so buying it and rebuilding the tranny wouldn't be that all of a bad idea. It'll cost about a G and these cars will run for awhile anyways. You may get your moneys worth. However, other things maintenance wise may be botched up. Inspect/ask all the questions you can.
How long do you want to keep the car?
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Originally Posted by XxAtTheGatesxX
I thought a member retired a CL on here with 212k on the original tranny? I remember it was damn good looking too.
Well first, drive the car and check for slippage. Second, see what you can talk him down to. Considering these cars are valued at 4k and up, and you might be able to get it for $2500 or whatever, so buying it and rebuilding the tranny wouldn't be that all of a bad idea. It'll cost about a G and these cars will run for awhile anyways. You may get your moneys worth. However, other things maintenance wise may be botched up. Inspect/ask all the questions you can.
How long do you want to keep the car?
Well first, drive the car and check for slippage. Second, see what you can talk him down to. Considering these cars are valued at 4k and up, and you might be able to get it for $2500 or whatever, so buying it and rebuilding the tranny wouldn't be that all of a bad idea. It'll cost about a G and these cars will run for awhile anyways. You may get your moneys worth. However, other things maintenance wise may be botched up. Inspect/ask all the questions you can.
How long do you want to keep the car?
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Ya i dont know much about buying and selling cars but ask him about the tranny. and someone else on here mentioned something about getting him to rebuild the tranny. if you can do that say your give him 3500 if he rebuilds the tranny for you.
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Originally Posted by Gregyz
Ya i dont know much about buying and selling cars but ask him about the tranny. and someone else on here mentioned something about getting him to rebuild the tranny. if you can do that say your give him 3500 if he rebuilds the tranny for you.
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Originally Posted by Tiksi
Well I was hoping it would get me through college so 4-5 years, another 100k probably, I doubt that'll happen on the same drivetrain but Im not opposed to putting some work into it.
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