2001 Acura CL S type review from North America

I had to change the front brake pads, but that might have been from stomping on the brakes at 120 m.p.h. when the state trooper came by on the other side of the highway on a 1,000 mile run recently.

Was a slight incorrect fit on the driver door rest that the dealer replaced perfectly at no charge. My Acura dealer is amazingly good, polite, careful with my car. God, I am happy.

1 factory recall to check 2nd gear. No problem on mine.

Nothing else in almost 5 years of ownership since spanking new.

This automobile is just a fabulous piece of machinery. After the reliable '89 Legend I owned, I got this S-type and it has just been a rocket. I drive hard and it takes everything I give at it. When you consider the experience Honda has at engines in Formula 1 and other top racing forums, the technology embedded in the car is superior to all else, dollar for dollar.

It is very balanced. Ride, handling, braking, power, matches up perfectly. This car can dance. If you want firmer ride or more power, the aftermarket parts are right there and waiting.

The interior is just gorgeous. Leather still smells new! Seats are fabulous, fit is excellent.

Get the factory rear spoiler, it makes the car look much better.

The fact that 2 doors are not big sellers in the US has ended this and other lovely machines from being around more.

Dollar for dollar, you can't get a better car in the used vehicle market. The prices are great for the CL-S.