Well, here i go again!
#1
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Well, it's now # 3 RDX. I know I haven't posted for awhile, but I still come here & read from you all from time to time. I just decided that with the changing of the RDX in the 2013 model year, I'd go look at what they had at my local Acura dealer one day & see what was avail. in the 2012 model year!
See, I like the looks & ride of the 2013, but I just love the turbo, SH-AWD, the cornering, etc. Say what you want, but I LOVe the RDX the way it is. So, if I could get a 2012 for a good price, get a good trade-in price, I'd get a 2012and have what I want for a long time. I know some of you are going to say, "why didn't you just keep the '08". Well, I just decided to get the latest, if it fit our budget. Well, seems I had about $3,400. in equity, so that helped a lot! The had a BUEATIFUL Basque Red pearl one in a whole line of "certified used" ones. (Found out they we're some service loaners, manager's demos & the one I liked was the lowest mileage & best price!) Worked a pretty good deal, I think. Talked them down 1K on the new RDX price & got them almost up to what I wanted on my '08 trade-in, $22250. I also got them to "throw in the total cert. cost, & the extended 7yr / 100k included" ! Then I got the full set of all weather, mats / tray front, rear & cargo, for free & wheel locks. (This RDX maybe a "used" listed vehicle, but it's like BRAND new shape!!!)
I absolutely LOVE this dark red color. Very sexy & sharp. Will get Zaino'ed, frt. windows tinted & all clear bra put on / in ASAP! Iknow, I know.. I'll get pics posted soon. Oh, & I got a loan at 2.90 %! Not bad, not great, but I'm happy!! (Keeps the payment in line for the budget!) So, does this mean I have to sign in AGAIN for the 3rd time!
See, I like the looks & ride of the 2013, but I just love the turbo, SH-AWD, the cornering, etc. Say what you want, but I LOVe the RDX the way it is. So, if I could get a 2012 for a good price, get a good trade-in price, I'd get a 2012and have what I want for a long time. I know some of you are going to say, "why didn't you just keep the '08". Well, I just decided to get the latest, if it fit our budget. Well, seems I had about $3,400. in equity, so that helped a lot! The had a BUEATIFUL Basque Red pearl one in a whole line of "certified used" ones. (Found out they we're some service loaners, manager's demos & the one I liked was the lowest mileage & best price!) Worked a pretty good deal, I think. Talked them down 1K on the new RDX price & got them almost up to what I wanted on my '08 trade-in, $22250. I also got them to "throw in the total cert. cost, & the extended 7yr / 100k included" ! Then I got the full set of all weather, mats / tray front, rear & cargo, for free & wheel locks. (This RDX maybe a "used" listed vehicle, but it's like BRAND new shape!!!)
I absolutely LOVE this dark red color. Very sexy & sharp. Will get Zaino'ed, frt. windows tinted & all clear bra put on / in ASAP! Iknow, I know.. I'll get pics posted soon. Oh, & I got a loan at 2.90 %! Not bad, not great, but I'm happy!! (Keeps the payment in line for the budget!) So, does this mean I have to sign in AGAIN for the 3rd time!
#3
mrgold35
I hear ya brother!!
I'm having a hard time giving up the turbo+hondata+sh-awd+Eibach springs+Moroccan pearl red. I like the 2013 updated tech, power lift gate, keyless entry/start+6AT, and especially the enhanced mpgs. Those 2013 upgrades are not enough to make me jump ship just yet.
I'm still holding out hope a "sporty" version of the RDX will be out in 2014/2015.
I'm having a hard time giving up the turbo+hondata+sh-awd+Eibach springs+Moroccan pearl red. I like the 2013 updated tech, power lift gate, keyless entry/start+6AT, and especially the enhanced mpgs. Those 2013 upgrades are not enough to make me jump ship just yet.
I'm still holding out hope a "sporty" version of the RDX will be out in 2014/2015.
#4
RDX-f ?
#5
Well, it's now # 3 RDX. I know I haven't posted for awhile, but I still come here & read from you all from time to time. I just decided that with the changing of the RDX in the 2013 model year, I'd go look at what they had at my local Acura dealer one day & see what was avail. in the 2012 model year!
See, I like the looks & ride of the 2013, but I just love the turbo, SH-AWD, the cornering, etc. Say what you want, but I LOVe the RDX the way it is. So, if I could get a 2012 for a good price, get a good trade-in price, I'd get a 2012and have what I want for a long time. I know some of you are going to say, "why didn't you just keep the '08". Well, I just decided to get the latest, if it fit our budget. Well, seems I had about $3,400. in equity, so that helped a lot! The had a BUEATIFUL Basque Red pearl one in a whole line of "certified used" ones. (Found out they we're some service loaners, manager's demos & the one I liked was the lowest mileage & best price!) Worked a pretty good deal, I think. Talked them down 1K on the new RDX price & got them almost up to what I wanted on my '08 trade-in, $22250. I also got them to "throw in the total cert. cost, & the extended 7yr / 100k included" ! Then I got the full set of all weather, mats / tray front, rear & cargo, for free & wheel locks. (This RDX maybe a "used" listed vehicle, but it's like BRAND new shape!!!)
I absolutely LOVE this dark red color. Very sexy & sharp. Will get Zaino'ed, frt. windows tinted & all clear bra put on / in ASAP! Iknow, I know.. I'll get pics posted soon. Oh, & I got a loan at 2.90 %! Not bad, not great, but I'm happy!! (Keeps the payment in line for the budget!) So, does this mean I have to sign in AGAIN for the 3rd time!
See, I like the looks & ride of the 2013, but I just love the turbo, SH-AWD, the cornering, etc. Say what you want, but I LOVe the RDX the way it is. So, if I could get a 2012 for a good price, get a good trade-in price, I'd get a 2012and have what I want for a long time. I know some of you are going to say, "why didn't you just keep the '08". Well, I just decided to get the latest, if it fit our budget. Well, seems I had about $3,400. in equity, so that helped a lot! The had a BUEATIFUL Basque Red pearl one in a whole line of "certified used" ones. (Found out they we're some service loaners, manager's demos & the one I liked was the lowest mileage & best price!) Worked a pretty good deal, I think. Talked them down 1K on the new RDX price & got them almost up to what I wanted on my '08 trade-in, $22250. I also got them to "throw in the total cert. cost, & the extended 7yr / 100k included" ! Then I got the full set of all weather, mats / tray front, rear & cargo, for free & wheel locks. (This RDX maybe a "used" listed vehicle, but it's like BRAND new shape!!!)
I absolutely LOVE this dark red color. Very sexy & sharp. Will get Zaino'ed, frt. windows tinted & all clear bra put on / in ASAP! Iknow, I know.. I'll get pics posted soon. Oh, & I got a loan at 2.90 %! Not bad, not great, but I'm happy!! (Keeps the payment in line for the budget!) So, does this mean I have to sign in AGAIN for the 3rd time!
They gave you $22,250 for your 08?
I wonder what I could get for my wifes 10 RDX with the tech package at 18,000 miles.
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Sporty X type
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#9
hmmm I'm tempted to do the same now. I was never a big fan of the "Beak" but you got me thinking about this now. The added power seat on the passenger side will definitely make the wife happy.
#11
StayAtHomeDad
Congrats, and it sounds like you worked out a pretty good deal for yourself.
Don't you find it kind of funny that the most boring crossover (Lexus RX) just came up with a "sporty" version of it, while Acura, that had a sporty one (albeit no softer option) went the dull way....I think that we'll see a hybrid before we see a sport version of the RDX.
Don't you find it kind of funny that the most boring crossover (Lexus RX) just came up with a "sporty" version of it, while Acura, that had a sporty one (albeit no softer option) went the dull way....I think that we'll see a hybrid before we see a sport version of the RDX.
#13
You mentioned you talked them down $1k, what was the original price?
I'm new here but thought I would chime in since your experience is almost exactly like mine without the trade in. They had 2 really low mileage used 2012's which were loaner cars (around 3200 miles). Basically brand new shape like you said. They also threw in the all weather package/wheel locks etc and free oil changes for life. No technology package but AWD and got it down to $29k and since it was certified basically a 4 1/2 year warranty.
I'm new here but thought I would chime in since your experience is almost exactly like mine without the trade in. They had 2 really low mileage used 2012's which were loaner cars (around 3200 miles). Basically brand new shape like you said. They also threw in the all weather package/wheel locks etc and free oil changes for life. No technology package but AWD and got it down to $29k and since it was certified basically a 4 1/2 year warranty.
#14
Intermediate
Pretty. Congrats on the good deal. I'm keeping my '07 until it's paid off and will keep it until it dies. I like it, but I don't love it.
I *love* my '85 Mercedes 300CD-T. Especially considering it gets better mileage than either the Acura or the '05 Accord I inherited back in January. It'll still be running like a top when both of the ricers have given up the ghost. And I can work on it myself.
I *love* my '85 Mercedes 300CD-T. Especially considering it gets better mileage than either the Acura or the '05 Accord I inherited back in January. It'll still be running like a top when both of the ricers have given up the ghost. And I can work on it myself.
#15
Intermediate
What's up with the little warranties I see, by the way? Dealers down here tend to offer a lifetime warranty on the drivetrain anyway - past the factory warranty.
#16
Sporty X type
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You mentioned you talked them down $1k, what was the original price?
I'm new here but thought I would chime in since your experience is almost exactly like mine without the trade in. They had 2 really low mileage used 2012's which were loaner cars (around 3200 miles). Basically brand new shape like you said. They also threw in the all weather package/wheel locks etc and free oil changes for life. No technology package but AWD and got it down to $29k and since it was certified basically a 4 1/2 year warranty.
I'm new here but thought I would chime in since your experience is almost exactly like mine without the trade in. They had 2 really low mileage used 2012's which were loaner cars (around 3200 miles). Basically brand new shape like you said. They also threw in the all weather package/wheel locks etc and free oil changes for life. No technology package but AWD and got it down to $29k and since it was certified basically a 4 1/2 year warranty.
#17
Sporty X type
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I know. It was WAY different than in '08 when I bought the last one! If a car is over 250 miles, (Colorado law??) it has to sold as used, or can be sold as certified if you want to pay the difference & have FULL warrranty for your car. I got them to include that. Then at closing, they wanted to sell me the EXTENDED warranty to 7 yr. / 100K. I got them to include that too! So I have warranty for bumper to bumper for the 7 yr. /100 k! Not bad. (As long as I didn't have to pay out of pocket for it!
#18
Sporty X type
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Guys, One more thing I didn't say. I think TIMING is everything! They had several '12s & they want to MOVE them! The '13's are already there & they know it's going to get harder & harder to move the '12's as the year goes on!!
#20
Sporty X type
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Thanks 007! I'm REALLLLLLY loving this color . I've had so many green / gray's & blue grays, I haven't had a sexy drak red like this in a long time & I think this color is STUNNING! I've gotten so many nice compliments so far!
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