1996 Acura TL review from North America
"Acura for the Long Haul BABY!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
General Maintenance
Timing Belts Drive Belts
Fuel Pump Went out
Distributor Cap O Ring
Exhaust Manifold Leak
O2 Sensor
Alternator.
General comments?
I would recommend this car to anyone who wants entry level luxury at an very very affordable price. I would not got to an Acura Dealer for Maintenance though.
Wind noise is a bit high but that 5 cyl is very dependable. It can still burn rubber from the stop light if not careful with 283K it still drives strong.
I have had mine for 8 years. Keep the oil changed and don't let problems linger.
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| If you have a chance at a 1st gen TL BUY IT!! |
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| Best car I've ever owned and I've had a few in my 67 years |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | IL 5 cycl Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 282000 miles |
| Previous car | Acura TL |
| Date of Entry | 25th March, 2008 |