bcblade

hi i'm looking to buy a CL, I doesn't really matter it is a Type S or not. i just love the look of this car, outside and inside, also i want to get the Auto/triptronic version.

so what kind of things do i need to look at especially in this car??? any flaws or things that are quite common to happen??? i just need some ideas so when i look for one, i would be able to point some things out.

Thanks

CLS2001_97124

First thing first, buy a Type S, you won't regret it.

bcblade

yeah if i can get a Type S, i will go for it. My main priority is to get a car, because my old car just got written off. Its a little hard to get a CL here in Canada because everyone here goes for the TL.

Another note, im looking for a 2001-2002 CL.

BoostedM3

dang it, too bad im in california.

bcblade

are u selling yours??? never know, if you are selling, just post what u got and how much u want for it and maybe i might be interested in making the trip down.

thealliance15

hey i live in toronto, i was looking to sell mine... PM me

BoostedM3

http://www.autotrader.com/findacar/v...lor=&cardist=0

bcblade - You got PM.

thealliance15

his has rims, and less K then mine. mine is bone stock, just a spoiler but same color and everything.

BoostedM3

springs and 18" rims

bcblade

sorry but toronto is a little bit too far.

as for ronnie, nice ride but i cant pretty much get it for that much here. thanks anyways.

bcblade

so back to topic, does anyone here have anything in specific that i should look for when buying a used 2001-2002 CL???? help pls

blackmagiCL_S

Go for an 03'. They have tail lights that people seems to like as well as a "more agressive front bumper". The trade of is that you don't get the lights underneaith. Keep in mind, stock, the at 5W...five. So, the 2003 isn't a step back style-wise.

The 2000-2002 is a sweet car. The tranny is awful the changed it in 03. Make sure that you get coverage if you buy an older CL. You won't regret it...good luck!

feel free to pm (private message) if you have more questions.!

bcblade

thanks

yeah unfortunately, a 2003 is a little outta my price range. eventhough i love the style of the rear.

but could u please elaborate on the transmission??? is that for auto or manual???

GOT PSI?

Check the Buy & Sell, there are quite a few CLS for sale.

Bulldog01

We have a section here for Transmission Problems...that's a small clue.

I love my CL-S, though...warts an' all.

bcblade

i checked the buy & sell long time ago. there's only 3, and 1 of them is a rebuild. so i dont consider that a lot to choose from.

Chaptorial

Welcome to the board.

Whatever you do go for the Type S over the base model. Try and get a 2003 Auto. Some dealerships may still have some in stock and willing to deal at a great price.

bcblade

im getting a a 2001 CL Type S for about $24K CDN. thats about $18k US. Not too bad for me because i seen the same car go so way more down here. Today i put a deposit, and probably on wed, ill pick it up.

Chaptorial

^

Congrats.

How many miles?

bcblade

82,000 kms

but its not a done deal yet, im gonna get it inspected and everything first, just put a deposit only.

question: when i test drove it, i slammed on the gas pedal to see how fast it picks up. And to me, it didnt seem like 260HP. My mom has a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue(which has a 3.5 L DOHC, around 215HP & 230 TQ, is about 100 lbs lighter), and i felt that my mom's car is faster. Is it just because the CL is heavier compared to my mom's car??? or is something wrong??? maybe ill go test drive another CL here.

or maybe the car is not a type S, what other things can i check to see if its a true type S or not. and dont say badges!!! lol

VTECPOWER

check VIN numbers.......:P

VTECPOWER

CL-S has Perforated leather, firmer seats, and lumbar support.
CL-S has 'Type S' on the trunk and shift knob. (CL-P has a flat leather knob)
CL-S has white instrument cluster.
CL-S has an actuator .
Ebony Cl-S interiors use the Black (bowling bowl) wood trim.
CL-S uses 17" 5 spoke rims. CL-P has 16" rims.
CL-S has a VSA button.

bcblade

ok its a type S, its got everything u just said. but what is the VSA button??? i didnt even notice it.

and i checked the VIN at carfax and it said Type S too.

G-UNIT

wassup bcblade, just picked up a 2001 TYPE S myself here in Toronto 2 wks ago...90 KM for $21000 CDN. I love this car, be glad u chose the Type S its worth it, i just wish my car had NAVI.
VSA-vehicle stability assist, basically the computer senses wheel spin, and corrects it, if your racing turn it off, otherwise leave it on, it snowed here in TDot a few days ago, and the VSA ! light kept flashing when i was playing around in the snow...COOL.

GOT PSI?

Private deal or from a dealership?

bcblade

dealership

bcblade

thats a pretty good deal man. i wish they went this cheap over here. I think they're kinda pricey here because theyre soo rare and everybody wants one. But i love the one im getting, the interior is mint!!!

Yeah, i though VSA was some electronic traction control or something.

thealliance15

if the redline was 6900 then it was a type S. 24k is a bit high., but for BC i guess its fine

bcblade

yeah $24k is really cheap down here because of all the asians here. im not trying to be racist, but cars like this are marked up higher because of them. the average CL here goes for $28k