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Sell My Cl?
OK, I VALUE THE OPINION OF THE MEMBERS OF THIS FORUM VERY MUCH. THAT BEING SAID, I NEED SOME INPUT. I HAVE HAD THIS CAR JUST OVER A YEAR AND HAVE JUST OVER 14000 MILES ON IT. I HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION WORKED ON TWICE ( NEVER REPLACED) AND I HAVE HAD MY CAR REPAINTED AT THE DEALERS EXPENSE. I REALLY LIKE MY CL-S BUT I DON'T WANT TO BE LOOKING STUPID A YEAR FROM NOW WHEN MY TRANNY GOES OUT ( I CAN FEEL IT NOW), THE MODEL IS DISCONTINUED, AND I CAN'T GET SHIT FOR MY CAR. THE VEHICLE IS PAID FOR SO I CAN PRETTY MUCH DO WHATEVER. I HAVE BEEN LOOKING AT THE G35 AND 350Z AS A REPLACEMENT. I WANT TO DO THIS WITHIN THE NEXT FEW MONTHS B4 MY TRANNY GIVES. LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK. ALL POSITIVE INPUT IS APPRECIATED. KEEP THE BULLSHIT TO YOURSELF
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What do you mean you cant get shit for your car? mods? replacement parts? I didnt understand that.
But either way, since your car is paid off then do what makes you happy. If you want to keep your cl then do it. if you think youd be happy going with nissan/infiniti then do that. Whatever floats your boat man! enjoy.
But either way, since your car is paid off then do what makes you happy. If you want to keep your cl then do it. if you think youd be happy going with nissan/infiniti then do that. Whatever floats your boat man! enjoy.
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Originally posted by sarlacc23
What do you mean you cant get shit for your car? mods? replacement parts? I didnt understand that.
But either way, since your car is paid off then do what makes you happy. If you want to keep your cl then do it. if you think youd be happy going with nissan/infiniti then do that. Whatever floats your boat man! enjoy.
What do you mean you cant get shit for your car? mods? replacement parts? I didnt understand that.
But either way, since your car is paid off then do what makes you happy. If you want to keep your cl then do it. if you think youd be happy going with nissan/infiniti then do that. Whatever floats your boat man! enjoy.
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Originally posted by fulltrunk
I mean that the car is depriciating faster than I expected. once the model is replaced the deprecition will be greater. Not to mention the problems w/the tranny. Don't get me wrong I enjoy my car. I just feel that I could sell it and get something comprable without having to spend much more money. more miles+ new model= less value
I mean that the car is depriciating faster than I expected. once the model is replaced the deprecition will be greater. Not to mention the problems w/the tranny. Don't get me wrong I enjoy my car. I just feel that I could sell it and get something comprable without having to spend much more money. more miles+ new model= less value
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Originally posted by fulltrunk
I mean that the car is depriciating faster than I expected. once the model is replaced the deprecition will be greater.
I mean that the car is depriciating faster than I expected. once the model is replaced the deprecition will be greater.
Since you’ve already eaten that, NOW would be the WORST time to sell in my opinion.
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Originally posted by sarlacc23
cool. then get rid of it. Maybe find a 6spd cl and trade up for that, saem car no tranny problems. If you want change go test drive plenty of other cars out there that are great also. let us know what you get.
cool. then get rid of it. Maybe find a 6spd cl and trade up for that, saem car no tranny problems. If you want change go test drive plenty of other cars out there that are great also. let us know what you get.
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Originally posted by fulltrunk
I mean that the car is depriciating faster than I expected. once the model is replaced the deprecition will be greater. Not to mention the problems w/the tranny. Don't get me wrong I enjoy my car. I just feel that I could sell it and get something comprable without having to spend much more money. more miles+ new model= less value
I mean that the car is depriciating faster than I expected. once the model is replaced the deprecition will be greater. Not to mention the problems w/the tranny. Don't get me wrong I enjoy my car. I just feel that I could sell it and get something comprable without having to spend much more money. more miles+ new model= less value
btw asking a bunch of acura cl owners/enthusiasts if you should sell your CL might not be the best method to gather input on this decision. Research Z and the g35 internet forums and look at the feedback you find there on how owners enjoy their cars/what problems there are, etc...just don't assume the grass is always greener if you buy something 'new'. I personally love my Z. Best decision I could have made. Here's some Z forums youu should check out:
www.my350z.com
www.350zmotoring.com
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Originally posted by Shawn S
The worst depreciation on ANY car happens in the first year or two.
Since you’ve already eaten that, NOW would be the WORST time to sell in my opinion.
Shawn S
The worst depreciation on ANY car happens in the first year or two.
Since you’ve already eaten that, NOW would be the WORST time to sell in my opinion.
Shawn S
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Originally posted by zeroday
as soon as you drive your new car off the lot you'll lose around 4k$ so you selling your CL to avoid depreciation doesn't make much sense. Your other reasons for selling it are valid. I personally don't think anyone should have to put up with a transmission which could put your life in jeopardy if it fails under certain conditions.
btw asking a bunch of acura cl owners/enthusiasts if you should sell your CL might not be the best method to gather input on this decision. Research Z and the g35 internet forums and look at the feedback you find there on how owners enjoy their cars/what problems there are, etc...just don't assume the grass is always greener if you buy something 'new'. I personally love my Z. Best decision I could have made. Here's some Z forums youu should check out:
www.my350z.com
www.350zmotoring.com
as soon as you drive your new car off the lot you'll lose around 4k$ so you selling your CL to avoid depreciation doesn't make much sense. Your other reasons for selling it are valid. I personally don't think anyone should have to put up with a transmission which could put your life in jeopardy if it fails under certain conditions.
btw asking a bunch of acura cl owners/enthusiasts if you should sell your CL might not be the best method to gather input on this decision. Research Z and the g35 internet forums and look at the feedback you find there on how owners enjoy their cars/what problems there are, etc...just don't assume the grass is always greener if you buy something 'new'. I personally love my Z. Best decision I could have made. Here's some Z forums youu should check out:
www.my350z.com
www.350zmotoring.com
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In my opinion I would trade for the CL-S 6 spd. The Coupe G35 is a nice car from outside but it's small, no trunk and some of the interior material is cheap and to pay top dollar above 35K for the car is a lot and second there is a waiting list of about 4 to 5 months before you get the car, wait for the hype to pass and then consider the car. Best of all you can trade for the CL 6 spd and its a different beast compare to the auto. If you can get 20 to 21K for the car and get the new 03 for about $27500 - $28000. You will be saving some money compare to the Infiniti G35 C.
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Here's my $0.02...
You're gonna get people here saying "yeah, do it", and others saying "don't do it".
But it comes down to you. You already seem to know that you are going to take a hit on the resale if you sell. With that said, if you can handle the financial hit you'll take and you REALLY want to get rid of it, then do it. Would I do it? NOPE! But thats me.
I comes down to what you want. Several people here have jumped ship because of the tranny issue. You wouldn't be the first.
You're gonna get people here saying "yeah, do it", and others saying "don't do it".
But it comes down to you. You already seem to know that you are going to take a hit on the resale if you sell. With that said, if you can handle the financial hit you'll take and you REALLY want to get rid of it, then do it. Would I do it? NOPE! But thats me.
I comes down to what you want. Several people here have jumped ship because of the tranny issue. You wouldn't be the first.
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Originally posted by fulltrunk
I know the more miles the car has the less it is worth. I also know that used car buyers want the most warranty they can get.
I know the more miles the car has the less it is worth. I also know that used car buyers want the most warranty they can get.
You lose like 6-8 GRAND the first year and then much less every year thereafter.
So if you sell after ONE year you could lose 8, but if you sell after 3 years that value will go down maybe 10-12.
There are people here selling 2001’s with 30-40K mileage for the 18 to 20K range, while a one year old 2002 is only a few thousand more.
See where I’m going with this ?
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Thanks. You make a good point. btw have you noticed the difference in horsepower?
Thanks. You make a good point. btw have you noticed the difference in horsepower?
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Originally posted by Shawn S
Sure it’s gonna keep going down, but not as quickly as the first year or two.
You lose like 6-8 GRAND the first year and then much less every year thereafter.
So if you sell after ONE year you could lose 8, but if you sell after 3 years that value will go down maybe 10-12.
There are people here selling 2001’s with 30-40K mileage for the 18 to 20K range, while a one year old 2002 is only a few thousand more.
See where I’m going with this ?
Shawn S
Sure it’s gonna keep going down, but not as quickly as the first year or two.
You lose like 6-8 GRAND the first year and then much less every year thereafter.
So if you sell after ONE year you could lose 8, but if you sell after 3 years that value will go down maybe 10-12.
There are people here selling 2001’s with 30-40K mileage for the 18 to 20K range, while a one year old 2002 is only a few thousand more.
See where I’m going with this ?
Shawn S
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Originally posted by zeroday
Keep in mind I had an Auto CLS and I went to a 6 speed manual, but yeah the power difference is very noticeable. Gobs of torque is available to you throughout the RPM range, not just a massive spike after ~4500 like the CLS. I don't want to get into CL vs Z/G35 too much though; it's been done before and the subject seems to spark flame wars around here and I don't want to turn your thread into flame fest 2003
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Keep in mind I had an Auto CLS and I went to a 6 speed manual, but yeah the power difference is very noticeable. Gobs of torque is available to you throughout the RPM range, not just a massive spike after ~4500 like the CLS. I don't want to get into CL vs Z/G35 too much though; it's been done before and the subject seems to spark flame wars around here and I don't want to turn your thread into flame fest 2003
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Like i said there is the 6spd CLS
The 305z is an awesome choice/ G35C but I personally hate the interior
The RX-8 coming this aug? would be a great pick
330i with performance package is great
540i 6spd is absolutely amazing (friend has one)
and many more im not thinking of off the top of my head
There are a bunch to choose, just depends on what youre willing to spend post-trade/sale
The 305z is an awesome choice/ G35C but I personally hate the interior
The RX-8 coming this aug? would be a great pick
330i with performance package is great
540i 6spd is absolutely amazing (friend has one)
and many more im not thinking of off the top of my head
There are a bunch to choose, just depends on what youre willing to spend post-trade/sale
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why are you worried with the tranny? we have a 100,000 mile warranty.
parts for the car??? it's not going ot become a classic if its discontinued. part will be there!
keep your car bro. you seem to be trippn out a bit.
parts for the car??? it's not going ot become a classic if its discontinued. part will be there!
keep your car bro. you seem to be trippn out a bit.
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Not sure about your assumptions on what will happen next year-parts, breakdown etc. Acura will supply stock parts for years.
For me, no, I would not want to keep a car that had trans problems, esp when new. If it were me and I was able to, I'd trade in for an 03 6 speed. but you seem to want to go Nissan.
I say sell before the resale goes even lower on the auto CLs. The discontinuing of the line is a plus to me. More rare, esp my 6 speed.
For me, no, I would not want to keep a car that had trans problems, esp when new. If it were me and I was able to, I'd trade in for an 03 6 speed. but you seem to want to go Nissan.
I say sell before the resale goes even lower on the auto CLs. The discontinuing of the line is a plus to me. More rare, esp my 6 speed.
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Its a no brainer. You just can't go wrong by get rid of your CL. G35c or 350z outperform CL in everyway and its RWD. They also have plenty of aftermaket parts. The CL value will drop even faster when more and more ppl find out that Acura discontinue CL. You don't need to put up w/Acura's crappy tranny and depriciation. Get a car that you can enjoy for years instead of driving in constant fear.
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Its a no brainer. You just can't go wrong by get rid of your CL. G35c or 350z outperform CL in everyway and its RWD. They also have plenty of aftermaket parts. The CL value will drop even faster when more and more ppl find out that Acura discontinue CL. You don't need to put up w/Acura's crappy tranny and depriciation. Get a car that you can enjoy for years instead of driving in constant fear.
Its a no brainer. You just can't go wrong by get rid of your CL. G35c or 350z outperform CL in everyway and its RWD. They also have plenty of aftermaket parts. The CL value will drop even faster when more and more ppl find out that Acura discontinue CL. You don't need to put up w/Acura's crappy tranny and depriciation. Get a car that you can enjoy for years instead of driving in constant fear.
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Guy I just traded my 02' CL-S with 20,700 k miles for a used 03' 6 speed with 2,600 and lost only $4,600. I had my 02' for a year and a half and put on over 20k miles. I look at it this way I leased my car for roughly $255.56 a month and now I just traded for a car Ill probably keep the 6 speed. Not only that but I owed so little at trade in that with a little more out of pocket money will bring my payments to high $300
for a 03' 6 speed type S.....too bad I couldn't get navi but there is always ALPINE which is better and can transfer to any car. Good luck with you choice.
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Since you are worrying about the transimission failure right now, and these worries will not go away, then I recommend you to get a replacement soon so you will feel safer to drive in the future. Both of your potential replacements are good choices in my opinion, but G35 coupe(if coupe is what you were talking about in your first thread) is better due to two extra seats and its perfect proportion.
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Since you are worrying about the transimission failure right now, and these worries will not go away, then I recommend you to get a replacement soon so you will feel safer to drive in the future. Both of your potential replacements are good choices in my opinion, but G35 coupe(if coupe is what you were talking about in your first thread) is better due to two extra seats and its perfect proportion.
Since you are worrying about the transimission failure right now, and these worries will not go away, then I recommend you to get a replacement soon so you will feel safer to drive in the future. Both of your potential replacements are good choices in my opinion, but G35 coupe(if coupe is what you were talking about in your first thread) is better due to two extra seats and its perfect proportion.
Fulltrunk neither one of those cars is as comfortable as the CL-S I know I just went through this all this week. Thats it your cL-S has the most comfortable seats in any car except VolVo those are the #1...remember that any other car will not give you that. Even the Nissan salesman was impressed with the seats of my CL-S. Somthing to think about because that was one of the most deciding factors and remember the 6 speed are only limited #s so don't wait to long.
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