2013 and earlier-Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

kingpcgeek

Peoria

admiral1989

Hi Binni - Which dealershiup offered you the $32.5 for the TL-S. That's as good a price as I can see anywhere.

laff11

Currently negotiating a TL Type S lease for 36 months and 18K miles. The local dealer has come up with;

$4,000 out of pocket and $455.00 per month.

Does this sound fair considering the current market? I'm in the NJ/PA area.

2008stype

For this type of money why don't you buy? Your talking $20K for a 36 month experience. My bet is the car would be worth more than 16K at this period hence you would be ahead, Warantee is for 4 years so you would still have one year on warantee.

kingpcgeek

Any leasing expert will tell you do not do a cap cost reduction. You risk losing some or all of your cap reduction as soon as your drive off the lot if your car is totaled or stolen. Insurance companies only pay for the market value of a lost or stolen car, and the depreciation starts as soon as the tires hit the road with you behind the wheel.

If you are worried about higher payments take the money that you would have put down to cut the payment in a higher interest savings account. If and when you need to make a lower car payment take some of the money out of savings to help with the payment.

laff11

Yes, good point and this car has the potential to last quite a bit longer assuming I don't get tired of it after three years. Will look to see what type or pricing I can get in this area - the salesman said between 33K-34K for the type S so we'll see what their best offer is.

23109vc

another option is tofind a one year old used one.

i have seen one year old 07 models with low miles selling in the high 20s. say 28k.

you finance 28k over 72 months. with your 4000 down, you'd pay 404/month. after 36 months, you would have spent 14,500 plus the 4k downpayment totalling 18500. less than the lease.

at the end of 72 months you would own the car. it wouuld still be worth somethign. 8-10k maybe...

leasing gets you a lower monthly payment. if you get a low selling price, and buy - you will pay less in the long run as long as you don't get screwed on repair costs.

to compare your 3 year lease, compare two identical three year leases, stacked up back to back vs just buying over 72 months.

your lease costs you a total of about 20k. do that a second time, and after 72 months you have spenda bout 40k leasing cars.

if you had bought the TL-S, at the end of 6 years, you've spent about 33k. the car wil be worth say 6k - which is on the low side... so minu that because you could turn around and sell the car...so 33k - 6k = 27k.

add in whatever repairs you had to pay that you would not have had to pay on the lease. no way you will spend 13k in repairs...not on an Acura. either car will eat up tires, brakes, etc... the purchase..assuming you go 15k/year will wind up wtih about 90k on it whenyou sell it. you will have maybe 5000 MAX in unexpected repairs..and that is probbly at most...

so you still save 8k by buying.

but that's buying USED. buying a new one - might be a wash

atopra

I think walking away is not enough. I will call the internet manager and complain about their actions. As a parting shot, I will have added that for jacking me around and wasting my time, I will describe their actions along with name of dealership on every Acura and/or TL forum I visit, warning people about their unethical behavior.

zxttfan

In the market for a new TL and have the following internet quotes:

St. Louis Dealer:
Base $29,465 + tax & title
Nav $31,760 + tax & title

Chicago Dealer:
Base $29,108 + tax, title, & doc
Nav $31,358 + tax, title, & doc

Any recommendations on where I can do better without having to travel to either coast?

lockgiants

I went to Mulles acura in woodfield.. and got a base TL w/nav for 31.5 just this last december. i heard of only a few deals for a tl w/nav for lower. so in my opinion 31.35 is a pretty good deal.

23109vc

where are youpeople getting a TL w/nav for $29k + TTL?

i'm in the market for a TL-S, and the best I can get quoted is $33500 or so.

from the posts here, there should be another $1000 they will knock off to get down to 32k but i haven't founda dealer who will do it. i'll keep calling furthe toward the coast - into Los Angeles. I'm near San Diego

kingpcgeek

Try Sierra Acura in Alhambra. They quoted me 28,206 for a base TL or 3,545 below invoice.

hottl

HEY I JUST GOT ONE FOR $419 WITH SAME OUT OF POCKET. FROM ZIP CODE 10940

elvis4prez

31.35 was for car+TTL and... +DOC

I'd clarify the +DOC fees since it varies so much and you don't end up offended by the amount when you get there. If it is more than 400 then the cheaper quote just became the worse deal.

blueverine

In CT the quote I got for TL-S:

$33877+TTL with Acura financing 2.9% APR for 60 months

or

$34877+TTL with Acura financing 0.9% APR for 36 months

newbuyer2008

Hi - I am undecided between a new 2008 Acura TL with NAV and a new 2008 IS 250 w/NAV.
I was wondering if I am getting a good price on the TL $29908 plus TTL.

Also, I did a comparison on the TL vs the IS and the TL definitely offers more $ for $. However, I really like the looks of the IS. Any strong opinions out there on the differences between the two that may help me decide??? THANKS!

newbuyer2008

Thanks for the reply - I forgot to mention that I am in the LA area.

23109vc

if you need back seat space forget the IS. the backseats are so cramped.

the IS250 is also gutless. a TL would probably outrun it pretty badly

dtd1

Sounds like your dealer is able to combine factory dealer cash with the financing incentives. My local dealers (St. Louis) have indicated they aren't able to combine the two. I'd pick up a TL-S if they could.

23109vc

i was offerd $33,300 + TTL for a TL-S in so cal at two dealers.

HOehn Carlsbad and Cerritos Acura. got tot hat w/out much hassle.

still trying to get down more but no one is budging. i think this may be it here in so cal at least until 09s hit the lots.

any of you consider wiating to see/sit/test drive an 09. they justlook so ugly...and 4000 lbs... if you are looking at a TL-S the new TL will be slower. morelike an RL I think.

newbuyer2008

The quote I got was for a regular 08 TL w/NAV from Power So Bay.

dtd1

I'm in the same boat pondering a TL-S. Been offered $35,648 (plus TTL) that includes 2.9% financing, or %33,800 (plus TTL) without financing. Dealers in St. Louis. Can't see myself (or want to be seen) in the 09 TL. Can't be that nimble with the added bulk, plus it's just too darn ugly and makes the 08 TL-S look that much better.

gulti

Hello,

I am currently shopping for a 08 TL/NAV in Bay Area and requested quotes from dealers. Any suggestions for Acura dealers in South Bay? Please let me know if anyone purchased an 08 TL/NAV recently here and the price.

Thanks in advance.

2008stype

You can do considerably better at Rizza Acura in Chicago. I got mine out the door for just over $36K. (4 months ago). Good internet sales people - I was pleased. Agree the 09 will be too big and too thirsty. I am getting only I MPG less than I got with my 01 V-6 Accord (86 HP for premium gas).

socali914

what color are you looking for? Metro Acura in so cal they are doing 33k plus fees but they said they only have black on black. The fleet guy said people aren't really trading their tl type-s. im debating on white/black or bronze/black.

23109vc

what other car is out there that has the same features / power / handling of a TL-S (or is BETTER) for about the *same* amount of money?? i know the IS350 and 335 are faster but they cost more and have smaller rear seats. i'm trying to find a car like the TL-S and I kinde of think that there is not much else out there in this price point / segment that is as good for the money. if it were RWD it would be perfect..but aside from that the TL-S is a great car. i'v seen pics of the new TL and don't care for it, nor do I tink the deals on that car will be as good as what is avail. now on the 08s. we are getting this car close to 30k..not quite but close on a car that WAS 40k almost. the new "top of the line" SH-AWD model in 09 is goin to be 40k+ and i kind of doubt they will blow them out dirt cheap.

i can lease a new 08 TL-S with minimal drive off san d have payment near 430-450;month. anyone think the 09s will have leases with similar payments? the price may be higher, there may be less incentives, but the residual may be higher..but enough tomake it a sub $500month lease??? not the base one,k the fully loaded SH-AWD model that would be "better" than an 08 TL-S. i put ath in quotes b/c it won't necessarily be better.

sanjaysdca

have you checked 2009 Maxima?
its a good FWD sedan...Same "sporty" ness as TL

krai

Is your offer for TL $29908 plus TTL with the special financing??. I spoke to a dealer in the philly area and the initial offer is 31500 plus ttl with no special financing. If you take the special financing then the rates is almost close to 33K.

23109vc

Maxima is ugly

newbuyer2008

Hi - No it does not include the special financing. I was told that it is either the dealer case OR the special financing. If you can get a good rate through your own bank, I think it is better to take the dealer cash.

krai

Thanks for your quick response. I did go to the dealer yesterday and he still maintains the price of 31500 +ttl for the TL with Navigation. And ofcourse no special financing. You do have a good price almost the best, one has seen on the forum. Best of luck.

zxttfan

Just purchased a TL w/Nav for 31800 on Friday in St. Louis. Price included trunk mat, floor mats (set of 4), splash guards, and 8 free oil change certificates. I took the cash instead of the special financing.

gulti

Hi,

I am planning to buy an Acura TL with Navi in a couple of days. I assume 31,800 does not include taxes and other fees. Could you let us know the OTD price?

Thanks

zxttfan

The $31,800 included everything but sales tax and a $2.50 license & title fee. We won't pay sales tax until the car is registered with the state (about 30 days), so I don't have that figure yet.

gulti

Hi,

Thanks for the info and also I thank everyone in the forum for their valuable feedback.

I just bought a 2008 Acura TL with Navigation for $33,250 OTD in California !!!

I hope its a great deal and I got wheel locks and trunk tray thrown in too!

I live in San Jose and my dealer is Stevens Creek Acura. Very nice dealing with their Internet Sales Manager Patrick. I steered clear of all the extras in the F&I room.

Good luck to everyone else..

charles12

You might want to read my experince at "2008 Acura TL vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 TL-S".

I also have a Lexus car. No rattle and any issues since I brought it 2 years ago.

Go for Lexus definitely. Do not make the mistake "less mony for more car" as I did.

2008stype

I looked at a IS 250 but found there was no back seat room. If you only want a 2 passanger car it is great. I wanted 4 passanger car so I went with a TL-S. So far no rattles and very solid feel plus great MPG + HP. FWD is a plus in the midwest as well.

rjorge3

Hi there, I am in the market for a 07 or 08 Type-S, this will be my first Acura. I am coming off a Audi A4. So, I wanted to aks you, what is the major difference between the 07 and the 08. I was thinking about gettinga Certified preown 07, but if I can have a brand new 08 at a decent price, I would jump. I notice that you mentioned "no rattles" is that a common problem with the TL.

Last, how much should I be looking to spend for a new 08. I guess with the current state of the economy this is a buyers market for buying this type of cars.

Thanks in advance for your input.

newbuyer2008

Hi everyone, thanks for all of your input. I really appreciate it. I took the plunge and went with the Lexus! (sorry to all of the acura fans!)
I am mostly happy with the decision. I wanted more of the luxury feel. In LA it is constantly bumper to bumper so I would not really be able to open up the Acura on the highway anyhow.
The only thing I don't like about the Lexus is that the Nav system cannot be overridden while you are driving, not even by the passenger. I know that is a hot topic for another forum, but I really dislike it. Just my 2 cents.
The TL, on the other hand does not lock you out and you can sign up for traffic too.

charles12

Here is my experience. Do a search on this TL using rattle key work you will see the poor quality of TL in terms of the noise:

I am warning you that unless you do not care about the rattle noise for the TL (from everywhere - in the order starting from 500 miles to now 6000 miles for my 08 TL, (1) Center Near The Shift; (2) Back From The Glass - glass removed and put back - still light noises there; (3) front center near the speaker ; (4). Drivers Door; (5) 3rd Back Light; (6) passenger door; (7). passenger seat; (8) driver seat; (9). ceiling next to the moonroof....)

Upper case Letter ones have be fixed after going to the dealer many times and lower case letter ones still there even after going to dealer a few times. The driver seat noise comes out a couple of weeks ago. I am not sure how many new ones will come out in the future.

My decision for this car is based on "less money for more car" compared to other brands such as Lexus or Infinite. What a big mistake for me - 30k for a rattle box?

Think it twice before you go to Acura dealer!!!

Do not make the same mistake as I did (less buck for more car).

deepv

Just thought I'd share what I was getting in Houston. I ended up getting a g35 instead, but I was pretty close to closing on the TL.

All these prices are without the special .9% financing and before TTL. Add 1.5k to these prices to get the .9% financing.
Base TL:
28.8 from North Houston Acura
29.0 from John Eagle Acura
29.3 from Sugar Land Acura

TL-S
33.9 from Sugar Land Acura
33.4-33.6 from some of the other dealers, i don't really remember who else

Good luck guys, it's a great car!

krai

Are these quotes for TL with Navigation??

deepv

the Base TL doesn't have Nav. the TL-S comes standard with Nav. You're really looking for the Nav package huh? The Nav is usually 2k more on the TL

rjorge3

Thanks for the piece of info charles. I actually did a Google search and I could not believe how many rattling complaints I've found on the TL from almost all ACURA forums. Granted, I know that every car have their little "things" that is anoying to the owners, but this seems to be a problem that affects almost every production year of the TL. I wonder if Acura engineers read these forums. My God, the TL is indeed a lot of car for the bucks, but one thing that I hate is rattling noises especially on a new car.

Man o man! I am lost now, although I like the G35, that thing swallow gas like a V8; Lexus IS is out of the question due to its back "midget" seat space; 09 Audi A4 is my ideal but I would have to pay MSRP to get one at least $40k ouch!; BMW 325, although I loved the way it handles, that interior is as bland as chinese white rice; I am so disappointed. The TL type-S looked so hot and has the space that I need, I was hoping to hear better and more positive posting especially since this car is considered a luxury sport sedan.

go_mdx1

I own an Acura TL and can personally attest to all of the rattles. The rattle in the seat belt adjuster which sits 3" from my left ear has been particularly bothersome. However, part of the problem is that the car has very little road noise and minor rattles can then be more noticeable. While I have had rattle issues, I personally know at least 5 other neighbors/friends with Acura TLs who do not have these problems.

Finally, I just bought a 2009 Maxima (w/Premium Package) and find it superior to my TL in nearly all categories (except for maybe the stereo). If pure sportiness is your desire, the new G37 sedan coming out in a months would be worth a look. But, discounts will be hard to find.

krai

Hi:

Could you please let me know the break up of the price paid.

If you have bought the car in California where the taxes are higher than Philly area (6%). The cost before ttl must be lower than 31000$.

Very close to making a deal so any input will be of great help

Thanks

23109vc

all i can tell you is they WILL deal. they are liars..but they will deal. i dealt with numerous deales in so cal and found a few to be nice and honest and most to be two faced liars. i played them all of each other and got a good deal. you have to deal with their BS though.

charles12

You know what - Yesterday there is another rattle noise coming out from the dashboard above the steering wheel. It becomes lounder this morning.

What a F--ING car. I want to burn this car in front of Acura headquater if I can.

Do not buy this car!!!!!

charles12

What do you mean you can attest to all of the rattles? I do not consider the noise from seat belt adjuster as rattle noise though they are there. Even I turn on the radio to level 15 the rattle noise can not be masked. Do you think it is because of little road noise (go and drive Lexus, you will know what it means by little road noise).

I want to the dealer at least 10 times to fix rattles and was told by them that the rattles gave them a lot of trouble. They tried to fix rattle from door next to the window by spreading silicon into the gap. They have no clue what is wrong there but just want to temperally get rid of the noise.

I called Acura in CA, they told me that TL is a sports car so the rattle is normal (what a joke from Acura).

Do you have any idea/suggestion to fix rattles other than burning the the Car in front of Acura headquater?

Thanks

gulti

Hi,

I got the 2008 base TL with Navi for $30,375 before all the taxes and fees. Yes, the sales tax in CA is 8.25%, higher than Philly's 6%. The OTD price of 33,250 included wheel locks and trunk tray!

Good luck on your purchase.

-Gulti