i was thinking about buying the 2007 acura tl type s used. i just wanted to know is it expensive to maintain, how is it in snow cause i live in nj, and how much do you guys pay for insurance

thanks

 

I'm also curious how the TL performs in snowy conditions.

OP, welcome to the board. You'll find plenty of excellent information and insight here.

 

welcome to the forum.

expensive to maintain? no...but that depends on how you are with your cars. i like to run synthetic oil/RP filters/racing ATF...etc etc...so i may pay a little more for my maintenance but it's by choice. overall, not expensive to maintain.

the TL performs very well in the snow if equipped with the right tires. FWD helps a ton.

insurance? i pay $130 a month but i don't have any tickets, any points, older than 25, and i have other stuff tied in with my state farm account. home insurance/multi car discounts/safe driving/etc...your insurance quote may differ bc of your age and driving history.

all in all, the TL-S is a great car. i haven't looked back since i bought mine last year.

 

I have had my 2006 TL for two winters while living in Ontario and have nothing negative to say with regards to winter handling and that is with approximately 75% wear on stock Michelin tires.

I recently bought 4 new Continental ExtremeContact DWS tires so I am anticipating handling this winter will be equal if not better!

 

thanks for the quick replies

 

Awesome choice in a car. I love my tl-s!! I'm in NJ also...it's a heavy car handles great in the snow.

 

if it has the oem michelins on it wont be that good in the snow

 

Thanks for the insurance and personal background information. I agree with you that it's not oddly expensive to insure - I have a 2005 TL and I'm paying about $75/month with Allstate. For reference, I'm 33, with no tickets/points/etc, have multiple drivers and policies, and $1,000 deductibles. I previously (2010) had a 1999 Maxima and was paying $65/month, so Allstate doesn't seem to consider it to be a significantly higher risk vehicle.

 

Usman, this car is a Honda and Honda's are known to run forever. As far as good tires for this car, we have a Tires & Wheels Section. You'll find a lot of good ideas for all season tires. I got the Continental Extreme Contact DWS (Dry, Wet, Snow) and really love them for year-round excellence.

 

Best car i've ever owned dude. It handles great in all weather conditions. It's luxurious and sporty at the same time. I love it and always will. Acuras is the way to go. I do regret not getting my car fully loaded or in Type-s but i still love my baby.

 

It is not really that expensive to maintain. But I think you may spend more more mods than if you bought a Camry.