2013 and earlier-Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

karyakarta

Thanks to all who responded. After pondering long and hard, I have decided to look for a new 2010 car instead or a used 2009 but with less miles and reasonable prices. I am not in a rush to get a car, so I am hoping that there would be a better deal ahead. :shades:

dg4

There are ways to estimate it. You can consider depreciation, amount charged by Acura per mile if you exceed their lease limit, amount paid by dealer if you go to them to sell your car. 20 centes is a very low number IMHO. You may argue that it should be 30 cents.

dg4

My friend got a BMW 528i 2008 premium package no navigation, 13000 miles for $32,150 + TTL. I am in market for a car, either ACURA or a BMW. Space wise both are comparable.

So my inputs are based on real experience. I agree that choice of car is subject to personal preference. I liked Acura, but my kids like BMW (as it has more show-off value ).

dg4

Sorry this message got cut while posting.

There are ways to estimate it. You can consider depreciation, amount charged by Acura per mile if you exceed their lease limit, amount paid by dealer if you go to them to sell your car. 20 cents is a very low number IMHO. You may argue that it should be 30 cents. Final value will depend on prices in your area.

m6user

I don't dislike BMWs at all but you made it sound like one should automatically get a BMW if similar in price. I simply pointed out that some people(especially asking a question on an Acura TL forum) prefer Acura to BMW given equal priice. The problem is a new BMW basic 5 series with automatic trans is $12k more than the TL. So if used prices are similar that kind of tells what the market thinks about longevitiy/resale value.

If my kids want to influence my choice....they can make half the payment. Otherwise they take what they get. I guess I might think differently if I was in the market for a minivan though.

mdx_tl

Hi, this is my first post here at Edmunds.com. I just picked up an new Black on Black TL base FWD for $30K + Taxes + TTL. The OTD price is $32,974. How did I do?

graphicguy

congrats on your new ride. Sounds good.

dg4

It is a good price. Where did you buy it?

mdx_tl

I bought it from Acura of Riverside, Southern CA. It was $3,533 BELOW invoice. The sales tax here in CA is little high (8.25%).

nyccarguy

You did well my friend! Enjoy your new ride. That is cheaper than I paid for my 2010 TSX Tech (4cyl) last August.

jparn

I am at a standstill in negotiating a new 2010 TL base FWD with spoiler. I have the dealer to $31K + tax tag title. Seems like a good deal but I am just not sure. Can I do better or should I take it? Appreciate any insight or help.

mdx_tl

$31K for the base FWD is little high, even with the spoiler. If you can install by yourself, the OEM spoiler is about $300+. I bought the same model last week for $30K plus taxes. The dealer gave me wheel locks and slashguards for free.

Good Luck.

graphicguy

If it's a straight deal, no trade or fees, your $31K number is fine. Sometimes, the price is lowered by the dealer lowballing the trade, or adding on higher "fees" (doc fees).

m6user

Plus a lot depends on local Acura dealer competition. Low price one area often does not equate to the absolute lowest price in others. If you're within $500 or so of the best deal out there what's to worry on a $30k+ car.

jparn

It's a straight deal. Thanks for the advise. Appreciate it.

jparn

Thx... sounds like you got a great deal. Congrats. I'll see what I can do to get a little closer to your #.

Did you have a trade-in?

mdx_tl

FYI, below is what I paid:

Selling price 2010 Acura TL Base: $ 30,000.00 (Wheel Locks and Splashguards were included)
Doc Fee 55$
Sales Tax 2475$ (CA 8.25%)
DMV 29$
Registration 319$
License 57$
Tire fee 8.75$
County fee 10$
SMOG fee 20$

Total OTD 32,976$

graphicguy

On a straight deal, no trade, you're looking good. That said, I'd seriously consider the "tech package", as it's one of the best option packages for the money on any car. The stereo alone is worth the price.

sjenkins3

A bit of warning for folks in NY and NJ. I've spent several months researching where to buy my first luxury car. Spent time on this site getting idea's about quotes. I thought I was getting a great offer from Open Road Acura in NJ. However, the sales team and management only pretend to be helpful till you buy the car. Once you buy the car, they change and all of the sudden stop helping you. I made this mistake, I've had a couple of issues after purchasing the car, and they haven't been too helpful. Promising to call me back, but never calling back.

graphicguy

OK....you're leaving us hanging. Specifically what has happened with your dealership?

sjenkins3

I can't go into the details cause I'm still trying to resolve it. Essentially, it feels like they pulled a bait and switch on me. I will explain further when I have a solution to the problem. But, in my opinion, it is not a good place to go.

ak528

Has anyone gotten a remote starter installed by Acura on their TL? I'm having issues on mine, the engine isn't always turning over. The service guys are contacting the folks that did the work, since they didn't do it themselves.

jdjohnson

A non Acura dealer is offering me 35,650 for a used TL with Tech and SH-AWD. The car has just under 5k on it. Is this a good deal?

jdjohnson

it's a 2010 by the way. Thanks for your help.

mdx_tl

Why buy it used when you can get a new one for few hundred dollars more? The carsdirect.com price is $37,809, but you can negotiate down to invoice minus rebate and martket support ($1500 + $2250), so you can get the BRAND NEW one for $37,336 + TTL

mohanp

the 1500 is only for current Acura lease holders... I tried no go in the bay area...

ericjames3333

sorry to hear about ur bad experience sjenkins3. i went to acura of denville in north jersey and had a totally hassle free experience. they even have an eprice feature to make a price that fits your wallet and lets u see what kind of deal your getting. if ur still looking for acuras i highly recommend u stop in there and check their cars out

mvemjsuntp

Hello all. I was wondering how much a brand new 2010 TL Tech should cost? I'm in the Chicagoland area (suburbs of Chicago) and dealer has quoted $37,800. From reading these forums, it appears that I could do better because we're so close to getting the 2011 models.

Whats a price I should shoot for? Thanks!

graphicguy

Check Edmunds TMV. I find their prices a little high, but it gives you an idea of where to start.

Further, you can go to trucar.com to see what TL's are actually selling for in your locale.

Let us know how that turns out.

gottahaveonion

i have has my 01 tl and thinking of buying a new one...i went to the dealership and they had an 09 2wd tl with the tech package ..the sticker is a little over 39k ...what is a good percentage to be looking off of the car and also how much more off since it is a showroom demo...i have a good idea what to look for if it was a 2010 demo model but not so much for it being an extra year old...thanks in advance

Chasboy

I don't have any good numbers to quote you only that in 09 I paid $38995 for my TLSHAWD non-tech including all fees and NJ salestax. Hope that helps

gottahaveonion

thanks i left them an aggressive offer and see how quick the internet dept calls me back !!

graphicguy

Let us know how that turns out.

hondasd

So far the best price I get from dealer is around $30,600 to $31,000 which includes destination but doesn't include any pre-installed accessories. They charge extra $270 for the wheel lock and splash gurards. They also told me the incentives changed when I mentioned $30K net price. Any advices?

acuratwin

I would wait till 9/8/10 till new incentives come out. I/m in a similar boat on TSX, they actually raised price from July? Weird isn't it. Acura did have a pretty good July, but inventories are still way high and '010's were still arriving as of 7 days ago. They need to see what this 0/0/0/0 lease deal (which is not all that good)brings until they start once again supplementing with "quiet" dealer cash. All in all I think time is on our side, however color combos start getting limited in next 30 days
RDX '011's are here, it would be interesting to see what they are doing there, however RDX is a hot selling car so it might not be comparable.

tlguy5

I purchased a Base TL + Tech for $33,400 (including destination, wheel locks and all processing fees) this weekend. Also financed it at 0.9% for 60 months. I was shooting for $32,500, which is what I had heard they were selling at in June/July. However, I was told that volume incentives were being offered during those months. Several dealers in the DC area walked away from the $33,400 price.

I am interested to see what happens after the new incentives arrive. I thought about waiting but then pulled the trigger because I saw inventories at relatively low levels at a few dealerships.

2010tlbuyer

Just bought a 2010 TL + Tech package in the DC area for $33,000 (includes destination charge). Total price (including tax and tags) came to $34,519. Also got the 0.9 financing for 60 months. I think it was a good deal.

tlguy5

which dealer in the dc area?

2010tlbuyer

Pohanka Acura.

strata

Curry Acura is giving me a 2010 SH-AWD w/ Tech for $38,800. I know they are trying to make room for the 2011 model. What do you think about the price?

nyccarguy

Beware of Curry Acura. I tried to buy my wife's TSX from them last year. I seriously wouldn't trust them. If they are giving you a dynamite price on the TL, then they are going to really lowball you on the trade. Their service department is worse. I used to live 5 minutes from them & took the TSX to Acura of Westchester for service. Try getting some different quotes from Westchester, Greenwich, & even Devan Acura (Norwalk). Whatever you do stay away from Curry.

h8radar

What is the sticker on the 2010 SH-AWD w/ Tech ?

graphicguy

I'd have to dig mine out of the owner's manual but Edmunds has all of that info right here. Just click on "New Cars" and then "Acura" and then "TL".

neilman

Check out this link...if you want to read about my terrible experience purchasing an Acura TL from Acura of Pembroke Pines, which may be helpful for you to know if you are considering a purchase.

http://tl.acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=788653

lyq

I am very interested to buy a TL base. But do not know what is a good deal and do not want dealers rip me off.

graphicguy

Try Edmunds TMV by using your zip code. Or, to find out the actual prices paid by others in your area, check out trucar.com. I really like that site.

Good luck and let us know how the deal works out.

acuradriver123

I recently purchased a 2010 TSX for 27,200 from curry acura and the sales people and managers were very helpful every step of the way..... I had my free oil change done about a week ago and the people in service were able to get me in and out very proptly and professionally. I would highly reccomend this dealer to anyone looking to purchase a car.... They have a great selection of pre owned and new inventory on top of that the over all service was outstanding.... take my word for it....

lyq

It looks like Edmund tmv is quite higher than the price people mentioned at this forum.
I just want to know how come they can get such a great price.

graphicguy

lyg....got to understand something about the prices paid posts at Edmunds. Sometimes, they contain trade-ins as part of the deal, where the dealer can discount the new car more by undervaluing their trade.

Other dealers charge high back end fees (like the ones seen when finishing the deal in the Finance Office) to make up margin dollars given up at the negotiation table.

Others have dealer installed options, extended warranty contracts, etc on their new cars, which carry very high margins, allowing the dealer to show a low purchase price.

And then some posts are "pie in the sky" regarding their deal.

But, I also agree that Edmunds TMV is on the high side. Again, try trucar.com to get an idea of what others are paying in your general area.

tlguy5

a great price is around $36,400. $38,800 is way too high.

i ended up buying the base + tech for 33,400 10 days ago. i was quoted $3K higher for the awd.