06 tl trade for 06 rl, what do you guys think?
08-20-2009, 02:43 AM
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Burning Brakes
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06 tl trade for 06 rl, what do you guys think?
06 tl trade for 06 rl, what do you guys think?
About the same mileage on both cars, $5k out of pocket to get into an RL.
About the same mileage on both cars, $5k out of pocket to get into an RL.
08-20-2009, 02:55 AM
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well seems like the handling reviews are pretty good with the awd, how would that compare to my tl with comptech rear sway bar. speed is prob a small difference, more interested in handling. from reviews, sounds more luxurious, not sure bout boatiness.
08-20-2009, 03:06 AM
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I haven't driven the RL, but if you scroll into the RL section's you'll see a lot of them talking about how the TL doesn't compare to the RL in handling.. luxury.. etc.
I also noticed the RL was a true dual exhaust, unlike the single pipe for the TL. 5k more.. hmm I say do it! A sway bar is no way EQUAL to SH-AWD. In fact rsb have a tendency to crack the endlinks of your car, like it did mine.... I never thought it would happen to me, but it did.
I also noticed the RL was a true dual exhaust, unlike the single pipe for the TL. 5k more.. hmm I say do it! A sway bar is no way EQUAL to SH-AWD. In fact rsb have a tendency to crack the endlinks of your car, like it did mine.... I never thought it would happen to me, but it did.
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08-20-2009, 06:45 AM
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After driving and owning both, it is certainly a different experience.
Post up what you love and hate about your TL so we can get a better idea of what you are looking for.
I highly doubt you will regret it.
Post up what you love and hate about your TL so we can get a better idea of what you are looking for.
I highly doubt you will regret it.
08-20-2009, 07:31 AM
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my boy has an 05, the Meteorite Silver with chrome A-SPECS and the car is really....stunning. So about 2 weeks ago I headed up to VA to hang out with my brother, and several of us were going to Richmond. Now I have driven his RL countless times, but this time we took it on the 3 hour road trip- and everything about it was smooth. The interior/nav/everthing to the sick headrest are way above the 3G. I was so impressed with the NAV, and how much different it is than mine. Anyway man, I would do it, and as far as performance, sure.....there is a difference, although the SH-AWD is great, and its really cool that the MID reflects when you are using it. After all- the RL is not racer/tuner/ lets see how much hp I can get out of this thing....its "I'm an RL, the #$#%@ FLAGSHIP " good luck
08-20-2009, 09:59 AM
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I wouldn't do it because of the $5k.. if it was an even trade I might consider. Don't pay $5k OOP to get into an RL.. Sell the TL, then buy the RL.. you should end up pretty even, maybe get a a little more back if you're patient.
08-20-2009, 11:23 AM
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if you bought the tl new i would say stick with the tl, because buying a used car is a little risky ... if ur set on getting the rl, then like others said try to have to pay a lot less than 5k to get it
08-20-2009, 01:08 PM
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Burning Brakes
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I think I will start my search and trade if I find a good color. You really think $5k is too much for an even swap with same mileage and Acura certified? I think it is fair considering the new price diff was about $15k correct?
08-20-2009, 01:25 PM
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If you don't have a manual TL, I'd say go for it. The RL is much quieter and much less of a "sports" luxury compared to the TL.
I have an 08 TSX, somtimes I wish I would have looked at a used 06 RL. With all of the tech features, excellent sound system, quality interior, they seem like great cars. I also don't know how much "slower" they are than the base TL, it can't be much. You might also loose a couple MPG in fuel economy.
If you've got the money, I'd say do it!
I have an 08 TSX, somtimes I wish I would have looked at a used 06 RL. With all of the tech features, excellent sound system, quality interior, they seem like great cars. I also don't know how much "slower" they are than the base TL, it can't be much. You might also loose a couple MPG in fuel economy.
If you've got the money, I'd say do it!
08-20-2009, 07:14 PM
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The RL is a great car to have if you don't like nor care much for 0-60 times and 1/4 mile times. Fit and finish on the RL is much nicer (except for the door-handles).
08-20-2009, 08:20 PM
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They're supposed to be a nice drive. Definitely worth looking in to. But realize, you're moving into a different class of car. The TL is a sports sedan and the RL is a luxury sedan. Are you ready to do that?
08-22-2009, 01:06 AM
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1. Look at the steering wheel, if equpped with CMBS it will have two extra buttons on the lower right of the wheel.
2. Look at the A symbol on the front of the car, CMBS cars will have the glossy sensor infront of the A.
3. Look at the tire size.
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