Riley_canuck

Hi guys -

I'm finding myself in a funk about buying a used tsx. I found a manual 2004 model that we like at a dealer lot. It's red and has me second guessing the color. I actually made an offer today but too low and ended up walking out. I'm pretty sure that they will take 28,200 for the car with 40K kilos (canada $$ and miles).

I really like the 2006 models and colors however and started wondering if we should just get a new one. I can afford it but know it's crazy to buy new.....a 2006 model is about 36.5K plus 1000 pdi.... perhaps I can trim some off of that.

Any advice? are the 2006 models that much better to warrent the large depreciation?

It would be nice to get the exact color ect... that we want.

Finding used manuals is a little tough and they seem expensive.

Spy

The 2006's do have some updates over 2004 - updated navi, memory seats, stereo aux input, foglights, slightly more powerful engine.

PixelHarmony

If the money is not THAT big of an issue, I would definately try to get a new TSX. After test driving the 2006 MT (I currently have a 2004 MT) I can say I do like the changes in engine power. Also the little add ons are nice as well.

Just remember to get Navigation!! That was my biggest mistake, and i'm sure a lot of board members would agree with me when I say Acura Navi systems are top of the line and I regret not spending the extra $$$ to get one in my car.

Tintin

Where in Canada are you located?

There are some nice offers on www.driving.ca or www.trader.ca or www.hebdo.net

i am looking at a 2006 on trader.ca

vitocorleone

I'd also recommend a new 06 if you can do it. Otherwise, I'd recommend a used 05 (though at some point you might want to replace those wheels :-) ). However, unlike the person that wrote the post above, I have never once regretted skipping on the navi (I put that money the navi costs into an upgraded stereo system in the car).

LuvMyTSX

I bought a used '04 so I know what you're talking about. They are kind of expensive, so if you can afford it, I'd get a new one. I was just trying to save a few bucks for a down payment on a house (still working on that, gonna be a while). I don't have navi either, and it doesn't bother me. It's a nice feature to have though, if you can spring the $$. Good luck with your decision.

Beoshingus

Actually, when you are looking at a car that holds its resale value as well as a TSX, it is not stupid to buy new.

ninjamyst

if you buy a 2004, you may regret it in a few months and end up trading up for a 2006 and loose even MORE money. BUY 2006!! You get alot of improvement over 2004...

Riley_canuck

I'm in Vancouver area. I never considered looking at those sites (been using buysell.ca)

Thanks for the input guys... I'll consider a new one.

Newplay1

Just get used.. you can always upgrade afer 2-3yrs of driving it hard and you won't take a big hit like replacing a brand new after 2 yrs.

bradykp

CAN$8,300 difference?

I think it's almost worth it to get new. that's non-navi vs non-navi right?

it's on the border. on one hand, how long will you keep the car? on the other, the new style will come out in 2008 (i think) and will probably add a few dollars of depreciation, in which case, you're better off with the 2004 model, as you'll take less of a % loss.

but again, all depends on how long you'll keep the car. $8,300 translates to a significant increase in monthly payments, it's a very tough choice in my opinion, and really depends on what you're planning on to do with the car in the long run.

2006 has bluetooth, which was a major selling point for me. memory seats is nice for me, as we have two people using the car, one short, one tall.

it's a tough choice.

Riley_canuck

We tend to keep cars a long time & yea, it's non-navi to non-navi.

I'd really like to have my choice in colors and I'll be paying cash (no payments).

I think I'm gonna jump on the 2004 red one.....

jackacc

you can't go wrong either way, it's still a TSX

Good luck and have fun!

ianS

If you plan to keep it long then go for a brand new one since you are going to face it for the rest of 6-7yr or even longer so get whatever your heart tell you not your brain or calculator.