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I am new to this thread awaiting delivery of my 2011 RL Tech with 75,000 miles. I join with a heavy heart after the total loss of
my beloved 2007 TL Tech that was totaled 3 weeks ago by an ignorant, distracted driver. No-one was seriously hurt but I'm going
through severe withdrawal from a car I truly loved. Since I can't replace the TL exactly, after much searching, the RL I found seemed
to be a good choice. Hubby doesn't like the newer TL's and nothing else jumped out at me like the RL. I'm still fighting with my
insurance company for a decent settlement on the TL but the RL will soon take it's place in the garage. I hope I love it as much!
I too am a recent RL convert. Just picked it up on Saturday. 05 NHBP with ebony interior. Very high mileage but it seems to have been take care of before I got it and I know Honda products tend to be reliable if taken care of.
I've only recently started to come around to the 2G RL styling since I've started to pay attention and see them in real life.
While I think the 3G TL is one of the best looking Acuras, the 2G RL is right up there. Factor in the additional "luxury" of the RL and I think you have a winner.
And FWIW, in the RL lineup, I definitely think 2G > 1G > RLX. I know you all were holding your collective breath in anticipation of what *I* thought, so there you go.
Thanks for all the nice thoughts! My wonderful husband took such incredible care of my NHBP TL that it still looked new both inside and out. I know he will devote the same care to
the RL when it comes home. My insurance company finally settled at the amount I wanted for the TL and as soon as I get the check the NHBP/ivory RL will be mine. It looks like it
was well cared for, got a good deal and I know I'll be driving it for many years to come. I will post pics soon . . .
FYI: My other ride is a 2014 RDX Tech in Basque Red with oem chrome RDX wheels. Love it!
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I've only recently started to come around to the 2G RL styling since I've started to pay attention and see them in real life.
While I think the 3G TL is one of the best looking Acuras, the 2G RL is right up there. Factor in the additional "luxury" of the RL and I think you have a winner.
And FWIW, in the RL lineup, I definitely think 2G > 1G > RLX. I know you all were holding your collective breath in anticipation of what *I* thought, so there you go.
Happy RL'ing! Post pics when you got 'em.
I so want a cheap one that I could rehab back to glory. and maybe turbo it.
I so want a cheap one that I could rehab back to glory. and maybe turbo it.
I saw one over the summer that needed an engine replacement. '05, 117k miles, one owner, rebuilt title and he was willing to go down to 2k even on it. I just didn't have the patience to deal with an engine replacement at the time, I wish it had popped up now. They are getting really cheap....
^I recently had my mechanic do an engine swap in my TL. only cost $1300 in total. $650 for engine and $650 for install.
engines can be found for super cheap!!
to me; it's not worth getting rid of my TL, BUTT, if I could find an RL for like $2k like you did, maybe...just maybe i'll pull the trigger. but I really want an suv/cuv/jeep because of flooding here in Houston.
^I recently had my mechanic do an engine swap in my TL. only cost $1300 in total. $650 for engine and $650 for install.
engines can be found for super cheap!!
to me; it's not worth getting rid of my TL, BUTT, if I could find an RL for like $2k like you did, maybe...just maybe i'll pull the trigger. but I really want an suv/cuv/jeep because of flooding here in Houston.
In retrospect, I regret my decision, it was a bad call. Like you said, even if I had brought it to my mechanic it wouldn't have been terrible out of pocket. Like, I said, bad call on my end lol
OTOH.... Not to thread jack OP, but this is listed right now, I can go see this thing today....
you trying to make me part with my $$.
I want a house so bad. lol i'ma just throw my savings into a Ferarri or something and just live in passenger seat.
I've only recently started to come around to the 2G RL styling since I've started to pay attention and see them in real life.
While I think the 3G TL is one of the best looking Acuras, the 2G RL is right up there. Factor in the additional "luxury" of the RL and I think you have a winner.
And FWIW, in the RL lineup, I definitely think 2G > 1G > RLX. I know you all were holding your collective breath in anticipation of what *I* thought, so there you go.
Happy RL'ing! Post pics when you got 'em.
Aside from the NSX, the UA7 is the best looking Acura ever made IMO.
Not or sure why the RLX is last of the RLs though. The hybrid drivetrain is an enthusiast's dream. I got my eye on the MDX hybrid in the next couple of years.
Aside from the NSX, the UA7 is the best looking Acura ever made IMO.
Not or sure why the RLX is last of the RLs though. The hybrid drivetrain is an enthusiast's dream. I got my eye on the MDX hybrid in the next couple of years.
Yeah, just my opinion. I'm not a fan of hybrids, but the biggest detractor is the styling. I find the RLX to be bland and, i don't know, "anonymous", maybe?
From a reasonable distance, I can't tell the ILX and RLX apart. Not really great when your flagship model is confused for the entry level.
The 2G RL, to me, is the sweet spot of appearance in the 1/2/3G progression.
Aside from the NSX, the UA7 is the best looking Acura ever made IMO.
Not or sure why the RLX is last of the RLs though. The hybrid drivetrain is an enthusiast's dream. I got my eye on the MDX hybrid in the next couple of years.
I drove the hybrid RLX in June, dealer was giving me a nice price on my car and a really good OTD price on the Sport Hybrid. The driveline did really well and they ironed out a lot of the "jerkyness" in the 2G RL, but it lacked in two key areas where the 2G blows it away. Road feel and steering feel. I honestly felt disconnected from the road. The steering is electronic, which didn't help. Yes, it's smooth and all, yes the car is VERY refined, especially when compared to my 1G RL, but I feel it lost the essence of the sports sedan and road car that the 2G is to me. That's my 2 cents
I've only recently started to come around to the 2G RL styling since I've started to pay attention and see them in real life.
While I think the 3G TL is one of the best looking Acuras, the 2G RL is right up there. Factor in the additional "luxury" of the RL and I think you have a winner.
And FWIW, in the RL lineup, I definitely think 2G > 1G > RLX. I know you all were holding your collective breath in anticipation of what *I* thought, so there you go.
I too am a recent RL convert. Just picked it up on Saturday. 05 NHBP with ebony interior. Very high mileage but it seems to have been take care of before I got it and I know Honda products tend to be reliable if taken care of.
Country/State/City of purchase: Portland OR Color Ext/Int: Gray / Black Month/Yr of purchase: July 2018 Price paid before tax/lic: $6000 Model Year: 2007 Mileage: 136
Hey everyone, just purchased my first RL (and my first car) a few days ago! Interior and exterior are almost perfect, good maintenance record (although pre purchase inspection did recommend resealing cranks). Overall I'm super happy with the car, everyone loves it, and I'm going to try to take good care of her!
Country/State/City of purchase: Raleigh NC Color Ext/Int: Forged Silver Metallic / Seacoast Month/Yr of purchase: Jan 2020 Price paid before tax/lic: $12600 Model Year: 2011 Mileage: 105K Tech Package
Country/State/City of purchase: Raleigh NC Color Ext/Int: Forged Silver Metallic / Seacoast Month/Yr of purchase: Jan 2020 Price paid before tax/lic: $12600 Model Year: 2011 Mileage: 105K Tech Package
on your purchase!
of the RL and I think you have a winner.
you trying to make me part with my $$.
