Edmunds.com long-term test update
11-02-2004, 05:16 PM
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Edmunds.com long-term test update
Edmunds just posted thier quarterly report from their long term test of the TL (http://www.edmunds.com/new/2004/acur...s.longterm.1.*)
Actually had no complaint of front-wheel drive!!
Actually had no complaint of front-wheel drive!!
11-02-2004, 06:08 PM
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Good find! Thanks.
11-02-2004, 06:24 PM
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Good post.
Here is my status at 1 year: 30K KMs/19K miles, 2 Type A, 2 Type B services, 1 set of wipers. Minor: Annoying +50mph wind noise at top of driver side window. Twice they have ripped apart door panel and comes back after a week. A little DVD action quickly cures the problem.
A little lower city mileage but better on highway. Probably AT in the demo car.
Happy TL'ing!
Here is my status at 1 year: 30K KMs/19K miles, 2 Type A, 2 Type B services, 1 set of wipers. Minor: Annoying +50mph wind noise at top of driver side window. Twice they have ripped apart door panel and comes back after a week. A little DVD action quickly cures the problem.
A little lower city mileage but better on highway. Probably AT in the demo car.
Happy TL'ing!
11-03-2004, 08:32 PM
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Typical Edmunds though - the car lacks off the line power? Not mine. Wide, low profile tires tend to follow road grooves? Duh!!! I average 25mph in my suburban driving.
11-03-2004, 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Road Rage
Typical Edmunds though - the car lacks off the line power? Not mine. Wide, low profile tires tend to follow road grooves? Duh!!! I average 25mph in my suburban driving.
11-03-2004, 09:04 PM
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Poor stereo rating
Why is the TL stereo only rated number 6 on their list of top 10 car sound systems?
Top 10 Sound Systems in Cars Over $30,000
I haven't heard the Mark Levinson system in the Lexus, but I have heard the system in the S500 and it was ok... and Pro Logic in the Volvo? How many recordings have Pro Logic encoding?
I think the ELS system in the TL is phenomenal, maybe Edmunds just hasn't had time to re-sort their list.
Top 10 Sound Systems in Cars Over $30,000
I haven't heard the Mark Levinson system in the Lexus, but I have heard the system in the S500 and it was ok... and Pro Logic in the Volvo? How many recordings have Pro Logic encoding?
I think the ELS system in the TL is phenomenal, maybe Edmunds just hasn't had time to re-sort their list.
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11-03-2004, 11:06 PM
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" Also, in some highway driving situations, the tires have a tendency to follow the grooves in the pavement. One editor reported that on a couple of occasions maneuverability was compromised to the point that the wheels seemingly began to lock."
Have any of you felt that? I know I havent...and if I ever did I wouldnt think it a minor issue...
Have any of you felt that? I know I havent...and if I ever did I wouldnt think it a minor issue...
11-04-2004, 06:22 AM
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I don't sweat the stuff that has to do with the tires because I'll eventually replace them with something better.
I just want to make sure they don't have any significant problems and so far so good.
I just want to make sure they don't have any significant problems and so far so good.
11-04-2004, 08:28 AM
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Originally Posted by zax123
Why is the TL stereo only rated number 6 on their list of top 10 car sound systems?
Top 10 Sound Systems in Cars Over $30,000
I haven't heard the Mark Levinson system in the Lexus, but I have heard the system in the S500 and it was ok... and Pro Logic in the Volvo? How many recordings have Pro Logic encoding?
I think the ELS system in the TL is phenomenal, maybe Edmunds just hasn't had time to re-sort their list.
Top 10 Sound Systems in Cars Over $30,000
I haven't heard the Mark Levinson system in the Lexus, but I have heard the system in the S500 and it was ok... and Pro Logic in the Volvo? How many recordings have Pro Logic encoding?
I think the ELS system in the TL is phenomenal, maybe Edmunds just hasn't had time to re-sort their list.
11-04-2004, 08:37 AM
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Originally Posted by zax123
Boy do I feel sheepish. 
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