I've been driving a 03 TL-S for more than five years(bought it in apr 02), there's absolutly nothing wrong with the car but I want the newer technology offer nowadays. I was at an Acura dealership to check out the 07 TL-S but the 07 MDX got my attention. I really like the new MDX.
Should I do it? how much you think I can get for a 60k mile 03 TL-S for a trade in?

 

Kelly Blue Book or take it in

 

probably 10-12K if no accidents and its in GOOD condition. if its paid off, would you keep it?

 

dont trade it in you can get 13-15k on the street for it

 

As long as you are covered by the 109/7 extended trans warranty keep it
if not- think about the new ride

www.acura.com owner link to register car by VIN and know its history and warrantys in effect- may even be a replacement something at the dealer for you- no charge- you never know till you register the car
or call 1-800-382-2238 x5 and give them vin.
If its covered trans- thats a selling point on the street- trans goes- you get free new one
thats $4000 worth of goodwill in the sale

 

They gas consumption on the MDX is a bit higher than the TL- if that works into your thinking- ask around about real life mileage- or since you are an Acura owner- ask for a weekend test drive of 200 miles or so and see what it will cost you

 

I have the MDX and TLs...MDX gets about 17mpg, the TLs about 24.

The MDX is nice, but it is a minivan. I'd go for the 07tls if I were you, unless you need the cargo room. Word on the streets is that the RDX turbo is a hot hot hot little ride...

 

Yes, my car is covered by the extended warranty. No problem with the tranny at 60k mile.
The car is paid off 2 years ago and I'm enjoying the no monthly payment. It's the only thing that keeps me from getting a new car right now. Everything gets expensive again once I get a new car. Insurance, Excise tax, gas, etc.
But the MDX is HOT!!

 

If the dealer trys to give you less than $17K tell them to take a hike. I wouldn't sell it for a penny less than that, especially with it being covered by the extended warranty and you not having any problems with it so far. They could retail that thing for $19K + easy if they Certify it. I have seen older cars with more miles (just a few months ago) on the lots for more than $17K, and they were not TYPE-S

 

Oh, and the MDX is hot (for a suped up minivan) I must say. Out of all the luxury utes, It is the only one that I would buy other than the Audi Q7.

 

A co worker of mine just did the same thing you are proposing. He traded a 03 tl-s w/nav 87k miles on it that he owed 10k on, the dealer gave him13 for the trade. They then put that 3k plus 2k out of his pocket down on a 07mdx technology package out the door for 40,500

 

and in my opinion the dealer raked him over the coals. He not only gave up a car that they then certified and put on their lot listed at 15,900, but also made his payment go up over 200 month and now has 6 years of payments staring at him.

 

I was about to say the same thing. He definitely got raked over the coals. That is the nicest way that I can put that. What a serious rip off.

 

yeah he didnt realize it till i told him lol

 

After a long thought about it today at lunch. I decided to go against it. It's too much unnecessary money to dish out. My car is still in perfect condition.

 

good choice. i would argue against selling it because it's such a nice car and if it's not giving you any problems, i'd keep it. the new cars are not that much better anyway. they just have more gadgets than we do, that's about it. and plus, i don't think it's worth the extra money just to upgrade to something a little better.

 

Yeah keep no payments is greater than SH-AWD and a 3.7L V6 but the MDX is hot, if I have another kid I would be looking into that.

 

6 speed swap! = Whole new car

 

Yeah a good idea I say you should keep it at least for the tranny warranty period.

 

Hi Chris,
Still have that same avatar. Nice.

 

the only reason i wont trade in, sell or get a new dd is becuase my car finally got paid off like 4 years ago and every day i keep it its money in my pocket...being the original owners the car still looks and performs like new. What is a 2007 TL gonna give you over you 03 TL-S. more space, cooler looking interior...and that's it. you're willing to pay 20grand for that?

mom has a Pilot = MDX and its a hell of a car can't go wrong but its expensiveee
i'm also a college student so i have to think like this. my 99 > ur 03!! jaja

 

Keep what ya got , man . NO PAYMENTS , SOME GOOD Your driv'in an 03 TL-S , ya ain't sufferin' any . I still get compliments on mine when she's ' washed and shinny ' .