Former TSX owner Getting 2005 RL

DurgyNess · 10-29-2009, 1:35 PM

I wrecked my tsx a couple of months ago and now finally ready to get another car

I decided to get an RL picking it up this weekend!

Im very excited.

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anakenb · 10-29-2009, 1:44 PM

you'll won't be disappointed man...RL is GRRRREAT car..the only thing that sucks about this car is the lack of MOD...
Do post some pic once you get it....

BostonBob · 10-29-2009, 2:31 PM

Congrats!! We just picked up a CPO '05 RL as well. So far so good! See my other threads for pics. Be sure to post some of yours too!

23109VC · 10-29-2009, 2:58 PM

before buying my 2006 CPO RL, I looked at NEW TSXs. I really liked the look of the new TSX, but when you look at how much a newer once costs, and compare it to what you cna get an 05/06 RL for - and then DRIVE them - you immediately realize how the RL is light years ahead of the TSX in every way.

Enjoy the car and post some pics when you get it! Tint your windows and add the OEM lip spoiler..I did that to mine as soon as I bought it and it really made a huge difference in how the car looks.

I still have the crappy 17" OEM wheels..but if you ultimately did some new wheels and dropped the car a bit to lower it's stance - it would look AWESOME!

upsizing yoru wheels will really help handling too. I have an 06 RL with the 17s. my parents have a 2007 RL with the factory aspec 18s. i've driven both our RLs back to back, and yo ucan clearly feel more grip, more responsiveness in teh steering with the 18s...handling is better...and I can't really say that comfort was any worse...the car is maybe marginally more "cushy" on the 17s...but the 18s were by NO means rough riding..it still rode plush and was nice.

great choice in car!

Rhlieu · 10-29-2009, 4:35 PM

WOOT! Glad you stayed with in the Acura family!

The RL will be a total upgrade from the TSX execpt fuel economy.

DurgyNess · 11-03-2009, 12:07 PM

DurgyNess · 11-03-2009, 12:16 PM

I picked up the car this weekend! Drove it back home good 600 miles and got 29 mpg
Then i drove it around last night around normal city / highway driving got about 25

With my TSX i did about 28 so its not to bad on gas which is awesome for such a bigger car.

I did have the AFS light come on, but i turned the car off and on and it went away and i saw the headlights move left and right , not sure why the light came on.

If i can find 2009 acura rims / 2010 RL rims ill put them on this car , i dont want any after market wheels i wanna try keeping it pretty simple.

wcoy · 11-03-2009, 1:34 PM

I really love the ebony interior, I'm picking up a CPO 06 Opulent Blue Pearl with Ebony interior on Friday and can't wait. Loved my Parchment interior though it did show signs of wear easily as discussed in other threads.

**LuvMyTSX** · 11-03-2009, 3:14 PM

^ Opulent blue is my favorite color on the RL. Nice pickup.

TampaRL · 11-03-2009, 4:16 PM

Congrats! Is it an 05 or 06? I wanted Meteor Silver when I bought my RL, but they had none except a demo, and I wanted new. I chose the Opulent Blue Pearl. It really shows the luster of this finish, but it also shows every flaw in the paint. The Meteor Silver will nicely hide typical flaws and chips and it is very rare to see.

Get your checklist for any TSBs that may apply to your RL and work with a good dealer to bring everything up to speed if the previous owner did not do so.

It is a great car, very under appreciated and yet the finest vehicle I have owned.

BostonBob · 11-03-2009, 6:35 PM

Looks great! Is that silver? I can't tell if silver or light blue? It must be silver.

I used to always hate the OEM wheels on these cars until we bought our CPO '05. I now think they look great and really complement the black exterior on our car. I had planned on an upgrade but now I can save some money and spend it on my Armada

.

One thing that really helps make the OEM wheels look good - is glossy tires. I use the NO TOUCH aerosol in black cans w/ green letters. Two coats makes them look sweet!!!!

Have fun with your new ride!!!

TampaRL · 11-03-2009, 6:41 PM

It is called Meteor Silver. It is mostly silver with a light blue hue. It was only offered in 05 and 06.

Gee, I thought I was the ONLY person who liked the OEM wheels! They seemed relative similar to the wheels my 05 TL had, which I liked. They stay clean, easy to wash and show the ACURA calipers well. I do not like fussy wheels with details or surfaces difficult to maintain pristine. I do confess I wish they were 18s, however.

Chas2 · 11-03-2009, 7:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TampaRL

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Gee, I thought I was the ONLY person who liked the OEM wheels! They seemed relative similar to the wheels my 05 TL had, which I liked. They stay clean, easy to wash and show the ACURA calipers well. I do not like fussy wheels with details or surfaces difficult to maintain pristine. I do confess I wish they were 18s, however.

I have some 9.3 x 18.1-inch wheels to sell you, well technically 235 mm by 460mm A wheels with 245-680R460A tires!

They look just like the OEM 17-inch wheels!

Oops, I forgot I have to follow my own advice and not sell the wheels so I can sell the car later on with all safety systems intact with the PAX system. Sorry to tease you!

TampaRL · 11-03-2009, 8:14 PM

Chas....lean closer to your monitor so I can smack you.

And no, you cannot have my beer.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chas2

I have some 9.3 x 18.1-inch wheels to sell you, well technically 235 mm by 460mm A wheels with 245-680R460A tires!

They look just like the OEM 17-inch wheels!

Oops, I forgot I have to follow my own advice and not sell the wheels so I can sell the car later on with all safety systems intact with the PAX system. Sorry to tease you!

DurgyNess · 11-04-2009, 8:03 AM

Its an 05 light blue color not sure if the color name yet. The previous owner had it from brand new and has done all the service recently completing the 60k service.
The only thing not done is the Timing belt. The service says in really cold or hot conditions change it at 60k so im not sure if i should change it now or later.

I'll give it a good wash and wax this weekend when i get some time.

Chas2 · 11-04-2009, 8:36 AM

Look at the door jamb and get the color code, and check it out here

http://acura.bernardiparts.com/Acura...NT-PEN-RL.aspx

Actually there are a lot more colors in other Honda models where you might find your code also, for example, the Honda Civic seems to have every color code ever made.

Even better is to go the Acura Owner Link, register with your VIN, and they will give all the info they have on the car, including an on line manual, and access to Nav and Radio codes

TampaRL · 11-04-2009, 8:39 AM

Meteor Silver Metallic B-522M

Blazing GT · 11-04-2009, 8:43 AM

why is everyone getting this car now? I must see atleast 1 a day in the city

jk congrats

**neuronbob** · 11-04-2009, 9:13 AM

Congrats on coming to the right side of the Acura family!

Meteor Silver/Ebony is my favorite color combo in the RL.

phishfood · 11-04-2009, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blazing GT

why is everyone getting this car now? I must see atleast 1 a day in the city

jk congrats

Because this is when the 05/06 is getting to that sweet spot that agrees with a large portion of society on the used price list. Still fairly new and clean/current, some under warranty.

Prepare to see an explosion of new people in the RL forums over the next year.

DurgyNess · 11-04-2009, 10:56 AM

^ what he said : )

dominik331 · 11-06-2009, 2:21 PM

Nice pick.

I'm interested to know what kind of gas mileage are you getting after having it for a few days

DurgyNess · 11-06-2009, 5:20 PM

23 city/highway
29 highway

10-29-2009, 2:31 PM	#3
BostonBob Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tewksbury, MA Age: 42 Posts: 42	Congrats!! We just picked up a CPO '05 RL as well. So far so good! See my other threads for pics. Be sure to post some of yours too! __________________ BostonBob

10-29-2009, 2:58 PM	#4
23109VC Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2007 Age: 38 Posts: 423	before buying my 2006 CPO RL, I looked at NEW TSXs. I really liked the look of the new TSX, but when you look at how much a newer once costs, and compare it to what you cna get an 05/06 RL for - and then DRIVE them - you immediately realize how the RL is light years ahead of the TSX in every way. Enjoy the car and post some pics when you get it! Tint your windows and add the OEM lip spoiler..I did that to mine as soon as I bought it and it really made a huge difference in how the car looks. I still have the crappy 17" OEM wheels..but if you ultimately did some new wheels and dropped the car a bit to lower it's stance - it would look AWESOME! upsizing yoru wheels will really help handling too. I have an 06 RL with the 17s. my parents have a 2007 RL with the factory aspec 18s. i've driven both our RLs back to back, and yo ucan clearly feel more grip, more responsiveness in teh steering with the 18s...handling is better...and I can't really say that comfort was any worse...the car is maybe marginally more "cushy" on the 17s...but the 18s were by NO means rough riding..it still rode plush and was nice. great choice in car! __________________ ______________________ 2007 MDX - Wife's mommy mobile 2006 RL - Daily Driver, Comfy car 2000 Boxster - Weekend Toy

11-03-2009, 4:16 PM	#10
TampaRL Torch & Pitchfork Posse Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Tampa, Florida Age: 46 Posts: 2,332	Congrats! Is it an 05 or 06? I wanted Meteor Silver when I bought my RL, but they had none except a demo, and I wanted new. I chose the Opulent Blue Pearl. It really shows the luster of this finish, but it also shows every flaw in the paint. The Meteor Silver will nicely hide typical flaws and chips and it is very rare to see. Get your checklist for any TSBs that may apply to your RL and work with a good dealer to bring everything up to speed if the previous owner did not do so. It is a great car, very under appreciated and yet the finest vehicle I have owned. __________________ Be enthusiastic, but please drive responsibly... 2006 Acura RL Opulent Blue Pearl / Taupe with Backup Cam Former: 2005 Acura TL 5AT NAVI Redondo Red Pearl / Parchment.

11-03-2009, 6:35 PM	#11
BostonBob Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tewksbury, MA Age: 42 Posts: 42	Looks great! Is that silver? I can't tell if silver or light blue? It must be silver. I used to always hate the OEM wheels on these cars until we bought our CPO '05. I now think they look great and really complement the black exterior on our car. I had planned on an upgrade but now I can save some money and spend it on my Armada . One thing that really helps make the OEM wheels look good - is glossy tires. I use the NO TOUCH aerosol in black cans w/ green letters. Two coats makes them look sweet!!!! Have fun with your new ride!!! __________________ BostonBob

11-03-2009, 6:41 PM	#12
TampaRL Torch & Pitchfork Posse Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Tampa, Florida Age: 46 Posts: 2,332	It is called Meteor Silver. It is mostly silver with a light blue hue. It was only offered in 05 and 06. Gee, I thought I was the ONLY person who liked the OEM wheels! They seemed relative similar to the wheels my 05 TL had, which I liked. They stay clean, easy to wash and show the ACURA calipers well. I do not like fussy wheels with details or surfaces difficult to maintain pristine. I do confess I wish they were 18s, however. __________________ Be enthusiastic, but please drive responsibly... 2006 Acura RL Opulent Blue Pearl / Taupe with Backup Cam Former: 2005 Acura TL 5AT NAVI Redondo Red Pearl / Parchment.

10-29-2009, 1:44 PM	#2
anakenb Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Westminster Colorado Posts: 52	you'll won't be disappointed man...RL is GRRRREAT car..the only thing that sucks about this car is the lack of MOD... Do post some pic once you get it....

10-29-2009, 4:35 PM	#5
Rhlieu Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Littleton, Colorado Age: 30 Posts: 762	WOOT! Glad you stayed with in the Acura family! The RL will be a total upgrade from the TSX execpt fuel economy.

11-03-2009, 12:07 PM	#6
DurgyNess Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2005 Age: 25 Posts: 124

11-03-2009, 12:16 PM	#7
DurgyNess Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2005 Age: 25 Posts: 124	I picked up the car this weekend! Drove it back home good 600 miles and got 29 mpg Then i drove it around last night around normal city / highway driving got about 25 With my TSX i did about 28 so its not to bad on gas which is awesome for such a bigger car. I did have the AFS light come on, but i turned the car off and on and it went away and i saw the headlights move left and right , not sure why the light came on. If i can find 2009 acura rims / 2010 RL rims ill put them on this car , i dont want any after market wheels i wanna try keeping it pretty simple.

11-03-2009, 1:34 PM	#8
wcoy Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Cleveland, OH Age: 28 Posts: 116	I really love the ebony interior, I'm picking up a CPO 06 Opulent Blue Pearl with Ebony interior on Friday and can't wait. Loved my Parchment interior though it did show signs of wear easily as discussed in other threads.

11-03-2009, 3:14 PM	#9
LuvMyTSX Moderator Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New Jersey Age: 30 Posts: 12,570	^ Opulent blue is my favorite color on the RL. Nice pickup.

11-04-2009, 8:03 AM	#15
DurgyNess Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2005 Age: 25 Posts: 124	Its an 05 light blue color not sure if the color name yet. The previous owner had it from brand new and has done all the service recently completing the 60k service. The only thing not done is the Timing belt. The service says in really cold or hot conditions change it at 60k so im not sure if i should change it now or later. I'll give it a good wash and wax this weekend when i get some time.

11-04-2009, 8:36 AM	#16
Chas2 Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2,758	Look at the door jamb and get the color code, and check it out here http://acura.bernardiparts.com/Acura...NT-PEN-RL.aspx Actually there are a lot more colors in other Honda models where you might find your code also, for example, the Honda Civic seems to have every color code ever made. Even better is to go the Acura Owner Link, register with your VIN, and they will give all the info they have on the car, including an on line manual, and access to Nav and Radio codes

11-04-2009, 8:39 AM	#17
TampaRL Torch & Pitchfork Posse Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Tampa, Florida Age: 46 Posts: 2,332	Meteor Silver Metallic B-522M __________________ Be enthusiastic, but please drive responsibly... 2006 Acura RL Opulent Blue Pearl / Taupe with Backup Cam Former: 2005 Acura TL 5AT NAVI Redondo Red Pearl / Parchment.

11-04-2009, 8:43 AM	#18
Blazing GT Do What You Love.. 2005 Acura RL Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Brooklyn,NY Age: 20 Posts: 7,008	why is everyone getting this car now? I must see atleast 1 a day in the city jk congrats __________________ Acura RL Aspec ll MKW ll H&R ll Blacked Headlights ll Vinly Roof ll Smoked Signals ll 35% Tint ll AEM ll UR ll P2R ll Quad Exhaust ll Falken ll Custom Plates

11-04-2009, 9:13 AM	#19
neuronbob Mega Moderator 2002 Honda S2000 My Garage Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 10,864	Congrats on coming to the right side of the Acura family! Meteor Silver/Ebony is my favorite color combo in the RL. __________________ neuronbob ------------- 2009 Cadillac CTS-V, Radiant Silver/Ebony, "Silver Dragon" Retired: "Sleeping Beauty", 2006 RL, Celestial Silver/Taupe RL's CarDomain page--updated 2/15/09 2002 Honda S2000 Sebring Silver/Black (weekend fun) 2007 Honda Pilot EX-L Navi, Nimbus Grey Metallic (wife's ride)

11-04-2009, 10:56 AM	#21
DurgyNess Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2005 Age: 25 Posts: 124	^ what he said : )

11-06-2009, 2:21 PM	#22
dominik331 Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 23	Nice pick. I'm interested to know what kind of gas mileage are you getting after having it for a few days

11-06-2009, 5:20 PM	#23
DurgyNess Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2005 Age: 25 Posts: 124	23 city/highway 29 highway