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Can a 2001 RL with 100,000 miles make it cross-country?
Hi everyone,
I could really use your car expertise. My grandmother wants to pass her 2001 3.5 RL with 100000 miles on it to one of her grandchildren (me) but wants to make sure it is safe first. I would be driving the car cross-country (2,800 miles) in early October. Are there any issues with this model of RL that I should watch out for? My understanding is that the RL doesn't have the transmission issues that plagued the TLs of this era. Beyond standard maintenance and a new battery, I don't think it's had any additional work done. I'm going to pay for a mechanic to check the car out beforehand, but I know there are some things they might not be able to catch.
Basically, would you be okay with your granddaughter driving across the country in this car, or would you be concerned about it breaking down?
These first generation Acura Rl's are still running with 200,000 to 240,000 mile on them. I myself own a 2000 Acura RL with 110,000 miles on it and I would not hesitate to make a cross-country trip with it (minus the Covid-19 pandemic.) Having the mechanic look over the car prior to the trip is advisable. It's a solid well-built car that is reliable and safe when maintained . Have a AAA membership or road-hazard policy and happy motoring. Twenty years old and running like a top!
I could really use your car expertise. My grandmother wants to pass her 2001 3.5 RL with 100000 miles on it to one of her grandchildren (me) but wants to make sure it is safe first. I would be driving the car cross-country (2,800 miles) in early October. Are there any issues with this model of RL that I should watch out for? My understanding is that the RL doesn't have the transmission issues that plagued the TLs of this era. Beyond standard maintenance and a new battery, I don't think it's had any additional work done. I'm going to pay for a mechanic to check the car out beforehand, but I know there are some things they might not be able to catch.
Basically, would you be okay with your granddaughter driving across the country in this car, or would you be concerned about it breaking down?
Thank you in advance!
I would pass the car down to my granddaughter given it passed state inspection and was regularly maintained.
if it wasnt maintained properly and it's an unsafe ride, then NO WAY.
Thank you both (and your 2000 RL is looking snazzy!)! Unfortunately I learned that it is eligible for an airbag inflator recall (see photo) and the part to fix it won't be available until 2021 at the earliest, so I guess I will need to find another option to get me across the country.
It’s barely broken in!!! 500,000 miles if maintained like proper oil changes, 240,00 and just had to do bearings and radiator other then that they bullet proof practically!!!!
Thank you both (and your 2000 RL is looking snazzy!)! Unfortunately I learned that it is eligible for an airbag inflator recall (see photo) and the part to fix it won't be available until 2021 at the earliest, so I guess I will need to find another option to get me across the country.
Just received a letter from Acura, they now have the needed inflator parts and you can take your car to any Acura dealer to have your airbag inflator inspected.
Thank you both (and your 2000 RL is looking snazzy!)! Unfortunately I learned that it is eligible for an airbag inflator recall (see photo) and the part to fix it won't be available until 2021 at the earliest, so I guess I will need to find another option to get me across the country.
Just got a new airbag installed by the local Acura dealer Lila so if you still have your RL I would call your local Acura dealer for an "inspection/replacement" of your drivers side airbag. Took about 1.5 hours and it's no cost to you.
These first generation Acura Rl's are still running with 200,000 to 240,000 mile on them. I myself own a 2000 Acura RL with 110,000 miles on it and I would not hesitate to make a cross-country trip with it (minus the Covid-19 pandemic.) Having the mechanic look over the car prior to the trip is advisable. It's a solid well-built car that is reliable and safe when maintained . Have a AAA membership or road-hazard policy and happy motoring. Twenty years old and running like a top!
Those wheels look awesome! Are they the A-spec from a TL?
I got them on Amazon.com about four or five years ago they were rim options for I believe the 2007 Honda Accord/ Acura TL and I jury rigged the Acura center caps with aftermarket center caps and the Acura "A."
08-11-2020 | 01:21 AM
Can a 2001 RL with 100,000 miles make it cross-country?
