How long are you gonna keep your TL
09-25-2007, 08:23 PM
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Have it for 6 years... bought it new on 11 Sept 2001 which is 911...lol.
Still love the car ... will drive it til I finish university then I will be moving back to hk to get some German TANKS...haha
Still love the car ... will drive it til I finish university then I will be moving back to hk to get some German TANKS...haha
09-25-2007, 09:31 PM
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good replies so far. i think i will keep mine forever as long as i can afford it, and even if life changes like family needs(truck/bigger car) i will keep it as daily driver
09-25-2007, 09:36 PM
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I will only get rid of mine if the Tranny does not die under warranty. So that would be until 100K, or 6/2010. Currently I'm at 46k. I purchased it certified, and my car is not under the extended tranny warranty. I'm not paying over $3k for a tranny on a car that will be 7 or more years old.
If the tranny is replaced then I dunno when I'm getting rid of it.
If the tranny is replaced then I dunno when I'm getting rid of it.
09-25-2007, 10:07 PM
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Getting close to 6 years. ~65k miles.
Not sure how long I'll keep it. Maybe till it craps out (I figure I've got 135k to go). Then again, may trade/sell when I can still get $8 - $10k for it. Use it to DP something else.
I won't miss it *too* much though. I've a 3G too.
Not sure how long I'll keep it. Maybe till it craps out (I figure I've got 135k to go). Then again, may trade/sell when I can still get $8 - $10k for it. Use it to DP something else.
I won't miss it *too* much though. I've a 3G too.
09-25-2007, 10:19 PM
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hmm, only had mine for a couple of months, 99 nbp with 146k miles on it, love it but the previous owner kinda messed up the body, its got dings and few dents and paints chipping so.... kinda leaning torwards saving up money for an 02 or 03, just love the front end more. and preferably TLS... and black on black... and navi... haha, man, its depressing thinking bout that and then looking at my shitty paychecks
09-26-2007, 03:38 AM
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God willing, i plan on keeping it for as long as i can. Bought it brand new 7 years ago and its still going strong. Its already paid off so one less bill and more money towards a new house. I got NAVI and i got my mp3 player hard-wired to the car...what more do i need right now??
09-28-2007, 06:00 AM
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seems like most of us plan on keeping this car long term. I always wanted to own a Acura Legend Coupe back in the day(1994-5), and still would buy one if I could find a good deal. If not I will hold on to my TL-S for 10 years lol
09-28-2007, 08:30 AM
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Have had mine 8 years 2 month and I've put 114,000 miles on it. Stil on the original tranny.
Replacing the motor mounts and timing belt in a few weeks.
Gonna keep it till it no longer worth fixing.
Replacing the motor mounts and timing belt in a few weeks.
Gonna keep it till it no longer worth fixing.
09-28-2007, 11:25 AM
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Owned 1.5 years, would like to trade in next year. Realistically though, probly have for another 3 years. Just hit 99,000 miles on the original tranny, hoping it holds up for a while!!!
10-01-2007, 04:22 PM
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Own my 99TL since new (8yrs). I still love this car as it run smooth.
If I trade it, only for 2 reasons: 1) It's now facing a 100K tune up, and 2) because of my 2 babies, I may move to an SUV or minivan!
If I trade it, only for 2 reasons: 1) It's now facing a 100K tune up, and 2) because of my 2 babies, I may move to an SUV or minivan!
10-01-2007, 05:23 PM
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I own it for a year. Bought it used from someone. I'll keep until it ask me to replace the tranny. I might replace it in 5 year; waiting to see if the 4G TL is worth it. If not, thinking about getting a RL.
10-01-2007, 05:24 PM
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Bought my 00 in March of 04, currently has right at 95k. I just got a free tranny at 92k and I'm doing the timing belt around Feb. when I hit 100k....then keeping it for at least another 3 yrs until I pay off my Honda Aquatrax. It should be ready for at least another 100k. Then in 3 yrs. I'll look at an 05 or newer RL or a Lexus ES/IS--not as fond of the new TL but I am brand loyal to Honda/Acura so we'll see.
10-03-2007, 06:59 PM
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I currently have 186,000 miles on my car, and have owned it going on about 4.5 years. My goal is to drive it at least to 250,000 . . . maybe 300,000 miles. At this point I would have owned the car for about 8-10 years, and by then I think I will want/deserve something newer.
10-03-2007, 09:29 PM
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I thought I would update you guys, my car is 400 miles away from 100,000 miles, looks like I may be getting a used G35 coupe 6MT in the next few weeks if things go well!
10-03-2007, 09:59 PM
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wow im surprised at how many of you plan on keeping it til it dies even with the tranny issue. i've had mines for 15 months and have been trying to get rid of it for the past month.
10-04-2007, 09:11 AM
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Originally Posted by L's TL
cuz she had a TLP and wanted more power...if she had a TLS she may not have done it! who knows?
so whos faster u or her lol
u need to beat her so she wishes she bought a TL-S
10-04-2007, 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by JetBlackAC
Took it back for a max? why
i was looking for the gold (burnt orange color) CL type-s at the time but couldnt find any close to me i looked in DE, NJ, PA, VA, NY, NC and WV.
so i went to Carmax and found this....
10-04-2007, 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by S1CK TypeS
so whos faster u or her lol
u need to beat her so she wishes she bought a TL-S
u need to beat her so she wishes she bought a TL-S
10-04-2007, 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by 1sexyleo
lol.....I AM!!!!!! but he got me top end...lol
09-13-2008, 12:31 AM
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I'm bumping this thread because I changed my mind. I love this car too much to get rid of it. With that said I'm keeping it. After it is paid off I will enjoy NO car payments for at least 3 years. Then I will get myself an NSX, and keep my TL-S as my daily driver. If I have to pay for a tranny out of warranty, then Ohhh well. This car has been great to me with low cost of ownership and being great on gas. Looks amazing and everyone loves it.
09-13-2008, 01:10 AM
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yep...like most people here....i'm keeping this til it dies on me...
i've had it for a little over a year...and i like the ride...
i'll probably make this my project car to work with and buy a RL if i save up...
i've had it for a little over a year...and i like the ride...
i'll probably make this my project car to work with and buy a RL if i save up...
09-13-2008, 10:52 AM
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I am surprised at everyone saying until she dies. My car is at 144k miles and if I still have it when it gets to 150k I will be surprised. I've had it since may 2006 bought it towards the end of High School. Was going to keep it through college. I dropped out and make enough to know its time to upgrade.
09-13-2008, 10:54 AM
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ive had my girl since 2004 and with a new trans, torque converter, water pump, rear main seal, and a few other things that were covered before the extended warranty ran out, she runs like a champ at 150K+. I wont be getting rid of her anytime soon. BUT i am going to Germany, and with gas at $9 a gal. over there i'll prolly need a second car. del sol?