Hi guys - I need some advice on buying a used Acura TL 2006 3.2. Its priced at $19500 with 42K miles.

The car is still under a tranferrable extended warranty. The seller also has the car went thru acura accelerated service check up and also carfax checkup.

I would like to know what are the things that I should check out on this car to make sure it is worth the money.

The car has a Nav system but no backup camera. Does that mean it has been installed separately as I thought they both came together.

Please advise. Thanks for your help.

 

Only 07-08 3G came with navi based backup camera

 

Take it for an extensive test drive and see how the tranny shifts. Check the tranny fluid and see what color it is. If it's really dark- there's a good chance the tranny fluid/tranny has not been serviced in a while. Check the dashboard for any cracks. When your on your test drive, turn the radio off and try and see if you hear rattles. What was included in the 'accelerated' check up?

If you can- try and post a link to the sale so we can look at the car to see if there are any physical irregularities.

Welcome to the forums.

 

Here are the things that got checked out. I would like to know if there is still a need to take the car for a another checkup. The checkup was done at a acura dealer.

headlights, taillights, brake lights, hazard warning lights, turn signals, exterior lamps
wiper blades, operation, spray, windshield condition
horn
heating, air, defroster, rear defogger, blower motor, recirculation
auto sunroof
parking break
seat belts
all warning/system lights (anti lock breaks, onboard computer, etc.)
power window auto reverse
side mirrors
navigation system
voice command system
battery
checked all fluids
drive belts and hoses
brake lines, hoses, cables, fuel lines
exhaust system
suspension components and steering gear components
rubber dust seals
drive axle boots
rear differential fluid level
front tires, rear tires,
front breaks, rear breaks

Maintenance Worked on :
replaced cabin air filter
replaced wiper inserts

 

I bought my 06 tl in june of 2010.....It had 39500 and I paid 17,500.
The dealer even certified it for free.

Check for SQUEAKS and RATTLES.
Look at the door gaskets for wear.

The only issues I have had....both done under warranty.
2 motor mounts go bad
Bad side view mirror glass
Door gasket on driver's

 

Got an 07 tech package cert pre owened for 19 with 35500 on the dash 2 yrs bumper to bumper and 5 yrs powertrain.....

 

Thanks for the replies. How much do you think is a good price for this car ? THe car also has a 3 yrd more worth of Acura Care package with it. THe tires are like 6 month old.

Help me out ?
Kris

 

Your going to pay almost 20K for a 5 year old car? In the upstate NY area I have seen plenty of 08's with 30K on them for $19/20K. I would keep looking.

 

for the 06 rearview camera doesnt come with the navi but you can get it installed

 

If it's and auto I'd try 17K or walk. There are plenty of them for sale, just have to expand your search radius. If it's manual, 17.5K or18K max. They are rare but still...

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