bought the car at 76k in august 2013. I'm at 146k miles right now. its a 2006 so its officially 10 years old. I went to a dealership for a trade in assessment, i got an 81/100 carfax score. I can probably get 6-7k from a dealership for it, its in GREAT condition two owner, and all service records available went to the dealership regularly for service, all same tires (two new)

at 146k and higher, what kind of problems will I encounter? So far Ive had to replace the

serpentine belt
harmonic balancer
AC computer assembly,
AC Compressor,
two alternators,
the 100k maint. where i replaced the water pump, tensioner,

What do you guys think i would be in for if i decided to keep the car for another year or two? Anything major like transmission or anything where it wouldnt be worth it for me to repair? (like a $1500 repair and more) I feel like now I can get a good amount via trade in or private sale. If i wait a few years I wont get anything,

What do you guys think?

 

If there's nothing wrong that's good... The RL is very reliable...

I don't expect anything to go wrong, doesn't mean that something won't, but nothing likely will... These cars can easily run 300,000 miles with proper care and maintenance...

At this point, it really boils down to weather or not you want to run it into the ground or not...

Honesly, 146,000 isn't bad for an '06... Most used Acuras I see have at least 150,000, and their still very clean and are retaining a high resale value...

My 2007 RDX had 175,000 when I bought it in February for $7,800...

Really, you can't go wrong either way... I'd keep it, but if you're planning on getting something new soon then maybe trade it while it's still a little hot... I understand the delima...

Just ask yourself if you're ready for something new... Trust your gut on this one...

Best of luck!!!

 

don't trade-in at the dealership sell it on craiglist or similar, you get ore money

 

If you just spent all that effort and money to fix those problems, it seems it should last a while now.

 

Dealership told me a few months ago the rack and pinion unit was leaking. ive been fine since. I still hear some whining/squealing when i accelerate (faint) and when i apply the brakes and come to a stop the back right side of the car seems to creak, making it sound like something is being stressed.

Other than that no issues. i change the oil every 5-7k. I would be trading in/selling for a cpo 2015 Honda accord v6 coupe ex-l I would love to save on gas and maintenance and obviously repairs that are looming if i stay in the RL......

 

You have to ask yourself if you want to be a slave to a monthly payment or not, youve already hit 2 major dent to price; 10 years and 100000mi. I dont think youll lose much more value.

I didnt see where you did TBelt and fluid swaps. If you havent then factor those costs into your decision if you have my vote is why walk away now.

GL with your decision.

 

I'm at 115k on my 05, thinking about getting a newer car in 2018, but my car is just so good, I may keep it to 200k. It's a hard car to replace.

 

hopefully that was included in the 100k maintenance service that was performed.

if timing belt has been serviced, the RL will last another 10 years and another 100k miles.

When I bought my 2006 TL, I originally planned to own the car for 10 years. I've made it to 6 and I have four more years to go. Looking at my car, I believe I can milk it for an additional 5-10 years.
well into autonomous pick up driving services.
probably the last car i will ever own.

 

I doubt that Justin...you're not allowed to hot box an uber or the metro bus.
Personally...my advice would be to stick with the evil you know, even new cars have issues and although they're covered under warranty, they're still a headache and come with a payment.
You've owned this car long enough to have kept up with the kinks and addressed as necessary. Just keep that ball rolling.

 

LOL yo, how cool would it be to have the TL/RL stored in a garage, while there's flying cars in the future?
imagine having to start it up in secret because internal combustion engines are banned.

dont mind me, i'm just

 

I don't imagine being very happy about that...
although if that happens, I'll sell my 2 honduhs and get a tetasla

 

the way im envisioning it, we wouldnt need to own vehicles.

 

nuh uh....
because my 2nd amendment right, or something,

 

lol im with you.... I still want to own a big freakin' v8 with a 6mt and loud exhaust

 

I sold mine last week. The AC compressor and Transmission were acting up so I kicked it to the curb before it left me stranded.
Repairs were going to run me close to $5000 and I saw no logical reason to be putting that into a 163k mile RL that was worth about $5000.

 

Timing belt was done at 100k , I havent done brake fluid and trans fluid service.

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^^^^^This is what i truly do not want happening.


In the past month ive had to replace the alternator then i had to get the serpentine belt replaced, then a week later the harmonic balancer went out....., , I know all those parts are related..just hoping that its not a sign of bad shit to come.....Thanks for all the input guys, seriously appreciate it

 

It depends on the condition of the car.

If it is in a great condition and your plans are to keep the car long term, you change all parts that are related when one fails. that way you spend essentially less money, and leave space to pin point anything else about to go wrong if any.

If your plans are short term, then you replace anything that's failed, and sell it quick.

 

The only real parts that you should expect to change outside of regular maintenance are your shock absorbers. If you haven't done them yet, they are surely in need. Otherwise, it's all chance. A well maintained RL can easy make it to its 4th timing belt. You've already fixed the A/C. Transmission issues on the RL are few and far between especially compared to an Accord. I personally don't see the move to an Accord as justifiable unless you will somehow get 2X smiles per mile. You won't save on gas by taking on a car payment.

 

I was waiting for the all knowing and all wise oo7spy to chime in! Thanks man your post really put things into perspective for me. I will look into doing the shock absorbers. Ive fixed all the common problems with my model too so from this point on barring any huge problem I think ill be alright. . I think ill take yalls advice and try to maintain this beauty for another couple of years. Will be getting the trans fluid work and brake fluid work done this weekend. This thing still drives so smooth and the ride is so damn comfortable. Its a 10 year old car i still get compliments on. Thanks for all yalls input it really helped.

 

The only things that I didn't mention that the 2006 is susceptible to (and really it probably affects all years after enough time) is the propeller shaft whine and the door handles shorting. I don't think there is enough proof to say that these things will happen eventually though. They are very real problems that regularly affect these cars, but their occurrence does seem random. If it is any solace, neither will render the car un-driveable, just annoying.

 

Luckily ive had no issues with either of the door handles. Ive seen that issue come up here alot those actuators. Ive seen vids of the propeller shaft whine and thats definitely not happening with my vehicle (yet!). Next up on the list

Rack and pinion (if necessary)
shock absorbers
engine mounts
tranny fluid service, brake fluid service

 

Not me... HELL NO!!!

 

My vote is to keep it. Like others have said you've already did the major maintenance and the car is paid off, why take on more bills unless the Accord is really what you want.

I'm not going to lie, my RL was just paid off last month and I've been toying with the idea of picking up something else, but then realize I have a low mileage well maintained RL with no car payments. It's tempting but not worth it.

 

would never have to go grocery shopping.

"okay personal assistant, send a car to pick up my groceries."

would never ever need to park. would never be traffic

the only things that are fun in a car is sudden acceleration, sudden braking, sudden turns and could be simulated in a different way, as we already have roller coasters...

 

Who are you and what happened to justn's "man pedal" signature?


Being connected to a beautifully engineered machine is fun. Controlling it to do as you please and trying to do it better than others is fun. Ever tried to whip your friend in a go kart around the track but he just barely beats you? Have you ever controlled a roller coaster?

 

I'm sure the act of "driving" will be preserved.
even today, there are underground tracks where you can pay to race high end cars.

I'm just speaking of the mundane, everyday task that will be improved.
like having sex in cars. lol

 

what mileage are you at? Yea mine is paid off since last august so ive been debating and with the recent flurry of repairs, I was really considering it. But now with the great advice of everyone here, Ive decided to drive it into the ground. maintain the hell out of it.

 

I just hit 40k. I know it doesn't have the amount of miles as yours but it will hopefully one day...lol.

 

I eat, sleep, live, breath driving!!!

I I don't have that, might as well

 

breathe
III think.

Mystery...you're pretty funny.

 

Let me go out on a limb here, but I want to suggest checking out an older 6-6 Accord...

If you can find a clean one, sell the RL, and for the same money buy a 2006-2007 Accord 6-6 sedan or coupe...

If you want to make it faster, get a Comptech S/C to go on it...

That should be a happy-medium...

Think of it like a stepping stone...

And for some reason you don't like it, at least you didn't drop $30K on it...