Black Dameon TLS

So I found a TL-S that I might be getting cause he's interested in my car BUT his TL-S has 82k miles. What do I need to be aware of with getting a TL-S with these miles? Also how much am I looking at for the 100k mile timing service? Any info would help guys, this will be my first Acura. Thanks

Ruby

take it to a mechanic and have them check it out. also make sure its a clean title. Make sure you try out all the features..ALL OF THEM to make sure nothing is broken. Check for curb rash on the wheels. Give it a good test drive, if nothing sounds bad then you should be good. I bought mine with 85k on it, runs like a dream. Acuras are pretty reliable. I heard the 105,000 service is around 1500 bucks. Not sure though.

1islandparadise

The 105K service varies. Do a search because alot of dealers are having specials going around depending on where you are located. I would suggest a Honda dealer for the service also because from what I read, it is several times cheaper.

I would also recommend going into the Nav and looking in the top left hand corner to see if you have an envelope there, this will have stored messages in the cars computer (Tire pressure sensor faults, gas cap error faults, etc).

WRXtranceformed

Just like these guys said, give it a good drive and look over by a third party mechanic. As long as the maintenance has been kept up (see if there are records available) it should last a long time. I've driven mine from 45,000 miles to almost 96,000 now and it's still running strong...maybe stronger than when I first bought it.

Black Dameon TLS

Well this guy is an older guy that drives from Tampa to Ocala twice a week and says that he's never had a problem. He did mention that the back tires are still the original tires. I thought that was odd. But he has to pay Acura for the title so I guess he has a lean on it? The body looks great and the rims have no wear on them that I seen. I haven't driven it yet but I was concerned with that timing service and what else needs to be done like spark plugs or belts etc. I know one thing, it needs to be detailed bad. Lol.

What's in the 105k service that makes it so much? I mean that's alot, $1,500.

Ruby

Its actually more like $1200. its timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, oil change and tire rotation. If you only get the timing belt, water pump and spark plugs it comes out to just shy of 1,000.

VQPower37

woah 82k miles is a lot. but if it checks out with a mechanic and has a clean title i would say go for it.

Black Dameon TLS

Well I'm trading him my AMG that's only 63k miles and decked out. I mean I feel like my car is cleaner and worth a little more but our KBB is about the same.

1islandparadise

If you are trading cars, make sure he has the title to his car before you go any further...imo. If he wants you car bad enough, bargain with him to split the cost for the 105K service or something similar.

nikoatx

^^^ agreed. I would also check for any imperfections around the hood area. I have purchased 2 cars in the past that were involved in accidents with a clean car fax / title. You can follow the seems along the hood and just compare each side, if something looks off could be the case. I learned on my second car and was able to haggle the price down, wasn't worried about the accident since the repairs were well done. Of course under the hood would be a main concern and places like FirstGuard can provide extended warranties. They are usually cheaper for Acura's because they are great cars

VQPower37

just curious as to why you are trading ur amg?

wraithvr442

because old Mercedes are a maintenance nightmare, and I am assuming his AMG is early 2000 cause then it would be worth more then the TL-S. I guess I am wrong..looked up a 2005 e55 amg and one with 75k mile is only worth about what a 2007 TL-S goes for about $25k

Black Dameon TLS

Well I'm trading because I need a car that's bigger and better on gas. I'm having my second daughter here in November and could really use the extra room in the car. My AMG isn't really a family sedan lol. Also according to my INS, I'll save tons of money with a TL-S, save lots on gas, get a bigger interior and will be able to do most of my own maintaince.

Mine is an 06' C55 AMG with 63k miles

KBB on my car gave it $22,995 in good condition and $24,295 in excellent. That's with my miles and my car being stock which it is not. His TL-S with his miles and stock which it is came to $18,199 for good and $19,995 for excellent. I have a lot of upgrades from $6k Asanti wheels to custom exhaust and audio. Should I ask him to pay for the 105k service? I mean what now?