Rust problems in Northeastern cars?
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Rust problems in Northeastern cars?
Hi all, I'm looking to buy a CL-S 6 speed car. I really haven't considered any of the cars listed in the Northeastern U.S. (or upper midwest) due to my fear of rust problems. Can any of you northeasterners educate me on severity of rust issues in these cars from PA, OH, IL, NY, NJ, etc.
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Cruisin'
I just bought a 1 owner CLS6 in Ontario and despite being rustproofed yearly there's several small rust patches starting in the driver's rear wheel well (easy fixes) and 1 spot on the leading edge of the driver's door near the mirror. Other than that the car is pretty mint for an 10 year old car!
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Suzuka Master
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Its all going to depend on how the car was taken care of... the majority of the AZ members actually take care of their rides BUT you will find people who let the cancer eat the north east cars up.
your best bet is to get a LOT of pictures or just not risk it.
your best bet is to get a LOT of pictures or just not risk it.
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Suzuka Master
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I know you are looking for a CL, but here is an example of an RL that didnt get love.
https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-rl-2005-2012-76/my-journey-rust-repairs-ohio-rl-854851/
https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-rl-2005-2012-76/my-journey-rust-repairs-ohio-rl-854851/
#11
Intermediate
Rust on '03 CL S-Type
I just purchased a single owner 2003 Acura CL S-Type 6 speed with 93,000 miles. The car is in great shape except for some rust at the right/rear wheel well fender area. I'm looking for a repair shop that will repair it properly for a reasonable amount of money. So far, no one will touch it or charge a fortune to repair! The car has not been in an accident. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Martin
Tewksbury, MA
Thanks,
Martin
Tewksbury, MA
#12
2003 Acura CL-S6
I know you are looking for a CL, but here is an example of an RL that didnt get love.
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=854851
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=854851
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Intermediate
I just purchased a single owner 2003 Acura CL S-Type 6 speed with 93,000 miles. The car is in great shape except for some rust at the right/rear wheel well fender area. I'm looking for a repair shop that will repair it properly for a reasonable amount of money. So far, no one will touch it or charge a fortune to repair! The car has not been in an accident. Any suggestions?
#14
2003 CL
I'm also having rust problems in 03 CL's rear right fender. I've heard that these cars are notorious for having rust there due to accumulated salt brine spray during winter.
I've searched around a few junk yards & most of the cars there also have the same rust problem. They go for anywhere between $150 to $450 for the rear quarter panel. So far, I haven't seen any piece I like due to rusty fender or high price.
My body shop guy thinks it would probably be close to $1000 for the material & labor but he left himself an open door & said it may even be more depending upon how much time he has to put in.
I've searched around a few junk yards & most of the cars there also have the same rust problem. They go for anywhere between $150 to $450 for the rear quarter panel. So far, I haven't seen any piece I like due to rusty fender or high price.
My body shop guy thinks it would probably be close to $1000 for the material & labor but he left himself an open door & said it may even be more depending upon how much time he has to put in.
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2003 CL
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