ChocBoyWonder

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Hi all, had a CLS then wrote it off, went to an Accord for insurance and now looking at an '07/'08 RL. I'm' going to be rummaging through the forums, what kinds of things should I be looking at. Were there any major service recalls? Any info is greatly appreciated.

Carbon Legend

Due to the release of a lot of hurricane sandy cars, watch out for turtles under the seats. Seriously tho search the forum there is the same thread posted twice a month

oo7spy

'07-'08 is pretty solid. I believe the first half of '07 had the brake recall, but mine did not. Biggest issues that come to mind are bubbles in the arm rest and the door lock actuator whining. Pretty solid.


Oh, make sure there isn't a hole in the differential.

F35PHIXER

My 08 has been a JOY to drive. no issues, just passed 70K. Not thought of the sandy issue, but certainly something to look at for. Carfax any your looking at for sure...

ChocBoyWonder

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Thanks for your input. Is the differential an issue? Ive loved the 07/8 RL from day one and its time to make it happen. One I'm looking at now is at a honda dealership so thats a plus.

Carbon Legend

Diff issue is some places dont fill both chambers since they are too lazy to look it up or just forget. Metal parts no lubrication No Bueno.

oo7spy

The differential quip was an inside joke. A member here somehow managed to get a hole in the side of his diff. It drained all the fluid and sounds like a fire engine. The differential is a solid piece of equipment if it has fluid.

The only reason I even brought it up is b/c the RL after '07 is a tank and I don't have stuff to tell you to look for.

ChocBoyWonder

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Haha, ok, forgive my ignorance.