SSM '04 TL delivered 4 years ago Thursday has 15K miles on it .....
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SSM '04 TL delivered 4 years ago Thursday has 15K miles on it .....
For years I put 50k miles on my cars in two years but now work from home. Looking forward to the fourth generation TL. Might go with black this time.
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Originally Posted by pnoi521
that's less than my 06 we got august 06. There's about 18,800 on it. Does that sound high?
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Originally Posted by ffiallo
where are you in FL? and how much are you looking to get?
Color? Navi or non?
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Originally Posted by ChrisQ1980
I always felt cars were meant to be used, not stored. Especially Honda's. They run better and longer with daily use. I'm sure the paint looks great though.
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i just bought my car in april and i have 19k on it, i used to drive 100 miles round trip to work. Luckily I got a new job and my job pays for my public transportation and I drive on the weekends now.......but either way I never hold myself back from driving due to worries of excessive mileage....I have to make sure I get my money's worth being that I normally keep my cars for at least 7 yrs. drive them until the wheels fall off...LOL
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i just bought my car in april and i have 19k on it, i used to drive 100 miles round trip to work. Luckily I got a new job and my job pays for my public transportation and I drive on the weekends now.......but either way I never hold myself back from driving due to worries of excessive mileage....I have to make sure I get my money's worth being that I normally keep my cars for at least 7 yrs. drive them until the wheels fall off...LOL
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I can totally understand the benefit of having a low-mileage vehicle, it is great for resale, but also for longevity. To some folks with longer commutes it could pay to get a beater to preserve TL's value, but to each his own.
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Originally Posted by Kostyan
I can totally understand the benefit of having a low-mileage vehicle, it is great for resale, but also for longevity. To some folks with longer commutes it could pay to get a beater to preserve TL's value, but to each his own.
90% of my driving is above 45mph. I think that's why that cars I've had all ran strong well past 200k (my current one has 51,xxxk).
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I bought a new Corvette in 2005. Had it for a year and a half and sold it with 1000 miles (for only $6000 less than I paid for it new). The only cars I drive hard are rentals. Like my wife said once while in a rental " Slow down! These tires have got to last us two weeks!"
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Originally Posted by ChrisQ1980
I always felt cars were meant to be used, not stored. Especially Honda's. They run better and longer with daily use. I'm sure the paint looks great though.
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90% of my driving is above 45mph. I think that's why that cars I've had all ran strong well past 200k (my current one has 51,xxxk).
I'll even go so far as to say, the OP's car being 4+ years old and the little use, albeit daily, low miles indicates short hops... Isn't worth looking at when buying a used car. Even if he changed the oil every 3,000 miles, that's less than 6 oil changes in 4+ years and short trips = CONDENSATION... Not to mention salty humidity of S. FL? I bet the shock/strut seals are dry rotting/shafts pitted and opening that motor might show some real damage, not to mention exhaust system... I bet everything looks great, but this isn't something you'd find at a muscle car auction where a 35+ year old car with low miles is favorable.
IMO - look for a used car in the range of 12k/year for the age of the car... In this case 4+ years, 48K... A few thousand lower in miles might garner a few hundy more in sale price, a few thousand more miles shaves a few hundy... Find a same year car with 25K more miles and save 2-3K, plus chances are good it'll continue to be a strong runner.
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Originally Posted by onsknth
........................I'll even go so far as to say, the OP's car being 4+ years old and the little use, albeit daily, low miles indicates short hops... Isn't worth looking at when buying a used car. Even if he changed the oil every 3,000 miles, that's less than 6 oil changes in 4+ years and short trips = CONDENSATION... Not to mention salty humidity of S. FL? I bet the shock/strut seals are dry rotting/shafts pitted and opening that motor might show some real damage, not to mention exhaust system... I bet everything looks great, but this isn't something you'd find at a muscle car auction where a 35+ year old car with low miles is favorable.....................
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10.2 miles a day is considered a short trip. 5.5 miles each way. Cars take a while to warm up, get to operating temp. Water is a by product of combustion. The exhaust/engine internals don't get a chance to heat up to burn off all of the moisture. Over TIME this is bad. Now if you plan on getting rid of it soon, then this will be something for the next owner to worry about if they plan on keeping it for a while.
Cars are the least stressed when driven for longer periods on the highway. Stop and go puts excess stress on the brakes/engine/transmission. Obviously since gas mileage is terrible on these cars with short trip driving.
The low mileage is very good for trade in value, but not so great mechanically compared to a car with normal (12-15k) use. With such low mileage it would be wise to follow the severe service schedule in the owners manual.
As for another car, I purchased my TL for the comfort/looks/performance/features. Not so I can "save" miles on it. It's not a classic. As for the OP, maybe he likes to have an abundance of cars and this one was of interest to him and with his other cars doesn't drive it all that much. Nothing wrong with that. As I said before, he will do great when it's time to trade it in.
All I was saying was that cars are "happier" when used more now a days. Browse Ebay and you will be surprised at the condition of some of the TL's (2nd and 3rd gen) with 150-200k on them. The bad part is the nose usually takes a beaten from road rash =(
Cars are the least stressed when driven for longer periods on the highway. Stop and go puts excess stress on the brakes/engine/transmission. Obviously since gas mileage is terrible on these cars with short trip driving.
The low mileage is very good for trade in value, but not so great mechanically compared to a car with normal (12-15k) use. With such low mileage it would be wise to follow the severe service schedule in the owners manual.
As for another car, I purchased my TL for the comfort/looks/performance/features. Not so I can "save" miles on it. It's not a classic. As for the OP, maybe he likes to have an abundance of cars and this one was of interest to him and with his other cars doesn't drive it all that much. Nothing wrong with that. As I said before, he will do great when it's time to trade it in.
All I was saying was that cars are "happier" when used more now a days. Browse Ebay and you will be surprised at the condition of some of the TL's (2nd and 3rd gen) with 150-200k on them. The bad part is the nose usually takes a beaten from road rash =(
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Originally Posted by acurasofla
Everything you stated above is inaccurate. I've owned 25-30 new cars and never experienced the issues you mentioned and always did well at sell/trade-in time. My TL is garaged and driven almost daily around town and occasional Interstate jaunts but thanks for your comments nevertheless.
Considering the above was probably an exaggeration, it could be true that you've owned quite a few cars... Unless you've kept every one of them for their useful life, you wouldn't know how they lasted after you turned them over.
Albeit a typo in my screen name, I have a strong passion for snow and I've been through all kinds of snowmobiles... While they aren't cars by any nature, they are vehicles meant to be used and have similar moving parts. Living in FL, you probably wouldn't know this but low mileage/high aged snowmobiles are all over the place, they sound like a great buy reading an ad:
2003 700 Deluxe
300 miles, trail ridden, adult owned
stored inside heated pole barn.
Then you show up and find the cylinders rusted, bearings siezed, track is cracked and delaminating, bushings look dry rotted, etc. etc.
So go on to the next ad and find.
2003 700 Deluxe
4300 miles, trail ridden, adult owned
Drive over and look at it, it's in damn near new shape! Why? Because it's been used, not abused.
Don't worry, you'll sell your car... I have no doubt about that, but if I were looking for a used 04 TL, I'd be looking for one around 50K miles and with luck, some warranty.
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My office is only 2.2 miles from my house too.
Seriously, I currently dread the way I use my car... Start it in the morning, idle 10-15 seconds and off to get coffee I go, come home 5 mins later and shut it off until the next day in many cases... We've been in the low teens for weeks, this is not the way to "take care" of a car by any means but is my lifestyle. I do make a point to "drive it" every now and then, mines an 06 with 12K.
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Originally Posted by ChrisQ1980
10.2 miles a day is considered a short trip. 5.5 miles each way. Cars take a while to warm up, get to operating temp. Water is a by product of combustion. The exhaust/engine internals don't get a chance to heat up to burn off all of the moisture. Over TIME this is bad. Now if you plan on getting rid of it soon, then this will be something for the next owner to worry about if they plan on keeping it for a while.
Cars are the least stressed when driven for longer periods on the highway. Stop and go puts excess stress on the brakes/engine/transmission. Obviously since gas mileage is terrible on these cars with short trip driving.
The low mileage is very good for trade in value, but not so great mechanically compared to a car with normal (12-15k) use. With such low mileage it would be wise to follow the severe service schedule in the owners manual.
As for another car, I purchased my TL for the comfort/looks/performance/features. Not so I can "save" miles on it. It's not a classic. As for the OP, maybe he likes to have an abundance of cars and this one was of interest to him and with his other cars doesn't drive it all that much. Nothing wrong with that. As I said before, he will do great when it's time to trade it in.
All I was saying was that cars are "happier" when used more now a days. Browse Ebay and you will be surprised at the condition of some of the TL's (2nd and 3rd gen) with 150-200k on them. The bad part is the nose usually takes a beaten from road rash =(
Cars are the least stressed when driven for longer periods on the highway. Stop and go puts excess stress on the brakes/engine/transmission. Obviously since gas mileage is terrible on these cars with short trip driving.
The low mileage is very good for trade in value, but not so great mechanically compared to a car with normal (12-15k) use. With such low mileage it would be wise to follow the severe service schedule in the owners manual.
As for another car, I purchased my TL for the comfort/looks/performance/features. Not so I can "save" miles on it. It's not a classic. As for the OP, maybe he likes to have an abundance of cars and this one was of interest to him and with his other cars doesn't drive it all that much. Nothing wrong with that. As I said before, he will do great when it's time to trade it in.
All I was saying was that cars are "happier" when used more now a days. Browse Ebay and you will be surprised at the condition of some of the TL's (2nd and 3rd gen) with 150-200k on them. The bad part is the nose usually takes a beaten from road rash =(
Having stated this actual FACT from my personal experience (rather than heresay others are quoting), I will state that my wife let me know when I arrived home tonight that Acura had called today to congratulate me on my 4th year anniversary of the day I bought my 2004 Acura TL w/NAVI. I have 45, 303 miles on it right now so that is less than 12K/year. I translate this to waving goodbye to your college-bound teenager.... Your on your own now, son.... In that it also represents the expiration of the warranty (in the case of the car, not the son)...
I guess it's officially time to start modding this puppy. I've already got wheels (last Christmas) so maybe I should do springs or a coil-over kit this Christmas....Hmmm. Then again, I did see that someone was trying to find a new home for a Comptech S/C..... So many decisions, so little cash... LOL!
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Originally Posted by acurasofla
I bought a new Corvette in 2005. Had it for a year and a half and sold it with 1000 miles (for only $6000 less than I paid for it new). The only cars I drive hard are rentals. Like my wife said once while in a rental " Slow down! These tires have got to last us two weeks!"
Drive the heck out of the car and rack as many miles as you need to. They are meant to be enjoyed. Despite our affinity for our cars, they are not collector items that need to be garaged and babied throughout their lifetime. They are a utility and as such should be used.
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everyone has their own standard and belief, so this topic really pointless. Some folks have liberal views and some have conservative views on whether the TL is a kind of a car that should be beat up on.
I would love to be able to keep my TL for as long as I can, even 10-15 yrs, while not putting anything in it, and still sell for 5K. Cars on average last 200k mi regardless of age. If I put 200k mi on it in 5 yrs that means I'll have to get a new car sooner, and will have less for a downpayment. If the same 200k mi is put during 10 yrs, that's giving more car use for the same money, decreasing my cents per mile cost. That way, it is ok to go through 2-3 beater cars in 5 yrs and spend $6K on them but save $35-40k on new car payment.
Those that make 500K+ a year can afford to trade in as often as they want, to they can afford to swing the higher cost of each mile.
I would love to be able to keep my TL for as long as I can, even 10-15 yrs, while not putting anything in it, and still sell for 5K. Cars on average last 200k mi regardless of age. If I put 200k mi on it in 5 yrs that means I'll have to get a new car sooner, and will have less for a downpayment. If the same 200k mi is put during 10 yrs, that's giving more car use for the same money, decreasing my cents per mile cost. That way, it is ok to go through 2-3 beater cars in 5 yrs and spend $6K on them but save $35-40k on new car payment.
Those that make 500K+ a year can afford to trade in as often as they want, to they can afford to swing the higher cost of each mile.
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I've got a '04 Anthracite 6MT Navi with 14,600 miles. It's been garaged and never driven in rain or snow. It's been taken out weekly for exercise. It's got PS-2 Tires..and has had oil analysis done by Terry Dyson since new. It's got a slight curb rash damage on the left rear wheel.....done by myself during a recent loss of brain function. It's repairable for less than $100. There are no scratches, door dings, or any flaws inside or out. The seat leather has been replaced with the new style covers. When I sell....how much should I ask for this primo TL?
PM me if anyone has suggestions on how to sell this car.
PM me if anyone has suggestions on how to sell this car.
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SSM '04 TL delivered 4 years ago Thursday has 15K miles on it .....
Originally Posted by acurasofla
For years I put 50k miles on my cars in two years but now work from home. Looking forward to the fourth generation TL. Might go with black this time. ![Thumbs Up](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
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Originally Posted by SuperStar
Anthracite 05 TL Navi/Aspec, picked up 05-07-05, just cracked 20k.
Nice to see another low mileage TL.
Nice to see another low mileage TL.
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