2012 Acura TL paint issue/defect
#1
Three Wheelin'
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2012 Acura TL paint issue/defect
I just bought a CPO 2012 Acura TL with 16,000kms on it. I noticed this paint issue, it almost looks like a chemical is on the paint but the surface is smooth and clean and it appears to be under the clear coat...did I end up with a defective paint job? It only seems to be in one area on the front fender and bumper.
#2
I've experienced the same problem, the dealership said they received multiple reports of the same problem. They said they would fix it but never called me back; I guess the check for the new car cleared and they moved their focus on the next potential customer! Anyway, I waxed the car with blackbox by turtle wax and it's gone. You should try it.
#3
Three Wheelin'
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I've experienced the same problem, the dealership said they received multiple reports of the same problem. They said they would fix it but never called me back; I guess the check for the new car cleared and they moved their focus on the next potential customer! Anyway, I waxed the car with blackbox by turtle wax and it's gone. You should try it.
#5
I bought a per own 2004 tl arthercite color and had similar problem.. Mine looked like they spray too much metallic in some spot on the hood. Had the district manager came out w a paint measurement gauge to check out paint depth to see if I had body work. They agreed to reprint the hood for me.. Still look good after 8 years
#7
Three Wheelin'
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The car has 10k miles on it and was garage stored it looks completely mint minus this strange issue, I don't give a shit if its the dealers fault or not the car clearly has a paint defect in the factory paint so it should be covered by warranty. Worst advice ever...
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#8
Drifting
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Yeah, I feel your pain. I had a major issue with my paint which fortunately the CPO warranty covered (click here for details).
As you are well aware, part of the process of a car becoming a CPO is passing an inspection. Request a copy of that and you'll see a section for the paint. They have to inspect each and every panel and check it on the form. You should be able to get it fixed under warranty based on that.
Good luck!
As you are well aware, part of the process of a car becoming a CPO is passing an inspection. Request a copy of that and you'll see a section for the paint. They have to inspect each and every panel and check it on the form. You should be able to get it fixed under warranty based on that.
Good luck!
#9
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Yeah, I feel your pain. I had a major issue with my paint which fortunately the CPO warranty covered (click here for details).
As you are well aware, part of the process of a car becoming a CPO is passing an inspection. Request a copy of that and you'll see a section for the paint. They have to inspect each and every panel and check it on the form. You should be able to get it fixed under warranty based on that.
Good luck!
As you are well aware, part of the process of a car becoming a CPO is passing an inspection. Request a copy of that and you'll see a section for the paint. They have to inspect each and every panel and check it on the form. You should be able to get it fixed under warranty based on that.
Good luck!
#10
Drifting
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Wow, that sucks...I feel like they pulled a fast one on you. There shouldn't be an issue with the year on a CPO unless it's too old. How in the hell could a car that's been sold, driven for 16k km's, then re-acquired by the dealership still be considered "technically" new? The year is irrelevant.
So no CPO means there was no 150-point inspection?
So no CPO means there was no 150-point inspection?
#12
Three Wheelin'
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No it wasn't a demo it was purchased and traded back in towards an AWD model. They said they can't list cars as CPO unless they are older then the current year, said something about it being a computer issue.
They did assure me it went through a full inspection and we also have required safety inspections where I'm from so it had a fresh one of those as well. So far this seems to be the only thing I've noticed amiss about the car.
They did assure me it went through a full inspection and we also have required safety inspections where I'm from so it had a fresh one of those as well. So far this seems to be the only thing I've noticed amiss about the car.
#13
Moderator
No it wasn't a demo it was purchased and traded back in towards an AWD model. They said they can't list cars as CPO unless they are older then the current year, said something about it being a computer issue.
They did assure me it went through a full inspection and we also have required safety inspections where I'm from so it had a fresh one of those as well. So far this seems to be the only thing I've noticed amiss about the car.
They did assure me it went through a full inspection and we also have required safety inspections where I'm from so it had a fresh one of those as well. So far this seems to be the only thing I've noticed amiss about the car.
did you even look at a new one?
#14
Drifting
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No it wasn't a demo it was purchased and traded back in towards an AWD model. They said they can't list cars as CPO unless they are older then the current year, said something about it being a computer issue.
They did assure me it went through a full inspection and we also have required safety inspections where I'm from so it had a fresh one of those as well. So far this seems to be the only thing I've noticed amiss about the car.
They did assure me it went through a full inspection and we also have required safety inspections where I'm from so it had a fresh one of those as well. So far this seems to be the only thing I've noticed amiss about the car.
#15
Three Wheelin'
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I got it for 6k under sticker. I was looking at a 2012 TSX V6 when this one showed up on the lot, it seemed like a much better deal so got the TL. I also got an Acura comprehensive warranty for 6 years.
#17
Three Wheelin'
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I think I know my market pretty well, we have one Acura dealer in my entire province. The car lists new for $39.5k + destination, I got mine for $33k. IE not even close to "getting ripped". You clearly don't know a thing about our car market up here in Canada...
Last edited by wreak; 10-02-2012 at 08:17 PM.
#18
6G TLX-S
^^^^^
In this world, there's no free lunch.
The car has known paint defects. That's why the dealer was so eager to let go of it for just $6K off the ticket price.
In this world, there's no free lunch.
The car has known paint defects. That's why the dealer was so eager to let go of it for just $6K off the ticket price.
#19
Three Wheelin'
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This paint defect can only be seen in certain lighting and is only on the front drivers fender/tiny bit on the bumper. I had the car for 2 weeks and washed it/dried it twice in the sun before I even noticed it. I'm thinking the dealer had no clue about this issue.
I find it funny you guys are all such experts on my situation/sale when all you see is two close up photos of a small paint defect. I love the internet.
Thanks UCF_Bronco, it's nice to see we have some adults in here, if I decide to pursue this I'll check with them on that.
I find it funny you guys are all such experts on my situation/sale when all you see is two close up photos of a small paint defect. I love the internet.
Thanks UCF_Bronco, it's nice to see we have some adults in here, if I decide to pursue this I'll check with them on that.
#20
Moderator
This paint defect can only be seen in certain lighting and is only on the front drivers fender/tiny bit on the bumper. I had the car for 2 weeks and washed it/dried it twice in the sun before I even noticed it. I'm thinking the dealer had no clue about this issue.
I find it funny you guys are all such experts on my situation/sale when all you see is two close up photos of a small paint defect. I love the internet.
Thanks UCF_Bronco, it's nice to see we have some adults in here, if I decide to pursue this I'll check with them on that.
I find it funny you guys are all such experts on my situation/sale when all you see is two close up photos of a small paint defect. I love the internet.
Thanks UCF_Bronco, it's nice to see we have some adults in here, if I decide to pursue this I'll check with them on that.
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#21
Moderator
Just wondering, is everyone an asshole on this site?
I think I know my market pretty well, we have one Acura dealer in my entire province. The car lists new for $39.5k + destination, I got mine for $33k. IE not even close to "getting ripped". You clearly don't know a thing about our car market up here in Canada...
I think I know my market pretty well, we have one Acura dealer in my entire province. The car lists new for $39.5k + destination, I got mine for $33k. IE not even close to "getting ripped". You clearly don't know a thing about our car market up here in Canada...
sorry bud but your car with 10k miles on when you bought it and it should not be listed at 39.5k. A NEW TL with less than 5 miles should cost that much..
at 33k you got it at a not so fair price.
KBB listed it as 33k CPO and 34k from dealer.
Private party is still 33k. so you didnt get a good deal.
#22
Three Wheelin'
As I read it I think he means got it for $6000.00 less than a brand new one. Yes all car prices are higher up here in Canada. Price doesn't look unreasonable for a low mileage non tech up here.
#23
Moderator
holy fuck, a new base tl in canada is priced nearly 40k????!?!
i just did a search.. and a 2012 shawd tech with a asking price of 40k.. so how does a base non tech sell at 39.5k..
and this was acura of richmond, bc
a brand new 2012 sh-awd non-tech has a asking price of 38.5k.. he bought a used base for 5k less.. not worth it in my opinion
#24
Safety Car
Just wondering, is everyone an asshole on this site?
I think I know my market pretty well, we have one Acura dealer in my entire province. The car lists new for $39.5k + destination, I got mine for $33k. IE not even close to "getting ripped". You clearly don't know a thing about our car market up here in Canada...
I think I know my market pretty well, we have one Acura dealer in my entire province. The car lists new for $39.5k + destination, I got mine for $33k. IE not even close to "getting ripped". You clearly don't know a thing about our car market up here in Canada...
#25
Safety Car
holy fuck, a new base tl in canada is priced nearly 40k????!?!
i just did a search.. and a 2012 shawd tech with a asking price of 40k.. so how does a base non tech sell at 39.5k..
and this was acura of richmond, bc
a brand new 2012 sh-awd non-tech has a asking price of 38.5k.. he bought a used base for 5k less.. not worth it in my opinion
i just did a search.. and a 2012 shawd tech with a asking price of 40k.. so how does a base non tech sell at 39.5k..
and this was acura of richmond, bc
a brand new 2012 sh-awd non-tech has a asking price of 38.5k.. he bought a used base for 5k less.. not worth it in my opinion
#26
Three Wheelin'
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#27
Three Wheelin'
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sorry bud but your car with 10k miles on when you bought it and it should not be listed at 39.5k. A NEW TL with less than 5 miles should cost that much..
at 33k you got it at a not so fair price.
KBB listed it as 33k CPO and 34k from dealer.
Private party is still 33k. so you didnt get a good deal.
at 33k you got it at a not so fair price.
KBB listed it as 33k CPO and 34k from dealer.
Private party is still 33k. so you didnt get a good deal.
#28
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
It's a solid price as I've said several times before, especially considering the part of Canada I'm from.
#29
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Canadian Prices
Base 39,890
Tech 43,390
SH-AWD 43,890
SH-AWD-TECH 47,390
SH-AWD Elite 49,390
American Prices
Base 35,905
Tech 39,635
SH-AWD-TECH 43,185
SH-AWD Advance 45,385
#30
Three Wheelin'
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#31
Three Wheelin'
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Why not use your brain and check out acura.ca for Canadian pricing...
#33
Instructor
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sorry bud but your car with 10k miles on when you bought it and it should not be listed at 39.5k. A NEW TL with less than 5 miles should cost that much..
at 33k you got it at a not so fair price.
KBB listed it as 33k CPO and 34k from dealer.
Private party is still 33k. so you didnt get a good deal.
at 33k you got it at a not so fair price.
KBB listed it as 33k CPO and 34k from dealer.
Private party is still 33k. so you didnt get a good deal.
#34
Moderator
well ill stick to topic.
btw was the price you paid all inclusive of tax and everything?
btw was the price you paid all inclusive of tax and everything?
Last edited by potmilkz; 10-03-2012 at 02:34 PM.
#35
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
No it was $33k plus we get hammered with 15% tax on top of that. My Province probably has one of the highest re-sale pricing markets in Canada. We still have several 2008 model year TL's going for just under 20k Canadian funds!
#36
Moderator
oh ok..
but yea take your car back to dealer.
i had 90% of my car repainted.. well.. any metal surface.
this means no mirriors, bumpers, sideskirts, or decklid spoiler.. but everything else was repainted.
there was bubbles under the clearcoat which could not be buffed out.
after bitching at them for selling me a defected car at a undefected car price they gave me total 7 years warranty with lifetime warranty on paint with the body shop.
but yea take your car back to dealer.
i had 90% of my car repainted.. well.. any metal surface.
this means no mirriors, bumpers, sideskirts, or decklid spoiler.. but everything else was repainted.
there was bubbles under the clearcoat which could not be buffed out.
after bitching at them for selling me a defected car at a undefected car price they gave me total 7 years warranty with lifetime warranty on paint with the body shop.
#37
This paint defect can only be seen in certain lighting and is only on the front drivers fender/tiny bit on the bumper. I had the car for 2 weeks and washed it/dried it twice in the sun before I even noticed it. I'm thinking the dealer had no clue about this issue.
I find it funny you guys are all such experts on my situation/sale when all you see is two close up photos of a small paint defect. I love the internet.
Thanks UCF_Bronco, it's nice to see we have some adults in here, if I decide to pursue this I'll check with them on that.
I find it funny you guys are all such experts on my situation/sale when all you see is two close up photos of a small paint defect. I love the internet.
Thanks UCF_Bronco, it's nice to see we have some adults in here, if I decide to pursue this I'll check with them on that.
It is difficult to tell from the picture, but to me it looks like this is lift from the adhesive on a clear bra, bubbles under the film (see example below\/). That is my . If you don't have a clear bra on the car, then sorry for the misinformation.