Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Luxury Value - 1997 Acura CL
  By Mark Hopler - June 21 - 2:00 am

  Truly a great car. Stylish withoout being showy. Fun and extremely easy to drive. Lots of room. Seats go way back if needed.

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  3.0 CL - 1997 Acura CL
  By Curry - May 27 - 2:00 am

  I am 17 and this is my second car...not a good start but whatever! i have lowered my CL 4" and have 18" wheels w/ high performance tires making the handling much better then it already was. This cars performance is great! Quick pick up and ive done a good 145 mph. So top speed isnt bad. Great stereo and looks! Overall i have been pleased with this car.

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  The finest car - 1997 Acura CL
  By 413sqn - May 26 - 2:00 am

  A delightful well build head turner when waxed and polished...

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  Faulty Hub/Wheel Bearing Assembly - 1997 Acura CL
  By bkmitroy - May 19 - 2:00 am

  Purchased my Acura CL (2.2 Premium) with 44K Miles on it. I had regular maintenance done and vehicle was performing fine - till I hit 70K mi. I started hearing humming noice from up front. It gradually grew in intensity to the point where it is unbearble. I am at 72K mi. Dealer investigated issue and says hub/wheel bearings are worn out and I have to replace front wheel and bearing assembly for $900!!! I was shocked. This is my second Honda vehicle and I did not expect this from Acura. You pay a lot for Acuras because of the reliability factor - if you are not getting this, what is the point? Spoke to Acura, got a cold reply: Your vehicle is not in warranty.

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  DAMN!! Nice Car kid! - 1997 Acura CL
  By P. Fitzgerald - May 12 - 2:00 am

  My daughter bought this car used then left it at home when she went to college. I have been driving it in the mean time. I am no fan of japanese cars. I think they are over priced and over rated. BUT...this car is exceptional. It handles very well and accelerates with ease. It is one of the smoothest running cars Ive ever driven. I race a 5.0 Mustang in SCCA and this car is almost as fun to drive. It certainly has better road manners and leaves you looking forward to the next time you drive it. My only complaints...the nasty torque steer under hard acceleration, and the road noise (a little too much for a car in this class).

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  Excellent Car - 1997 Acura CL
  By DKB30 - April 25 - 2:00 am

  This is the best car Ive ever owned. Extremely reliable, looks great even after 6 years and 120000 miles, sporty yet roomy.

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  A Beautiful Ride - 1997 Acura CL
  By Melanie Daniels - April 25 - 2:00 am

  I bought my 3.0 Premium CL new in 97, and it still looks stunning in the driveway. Friends (male) have driven it and spontaneously commented on its truly amazing handling. This car has fantastic road feel and a smooth ride. The CL has enough power at 20-40 mph to scoot you safely into your lane change in city traffic with no sweat. The six speaker BOSE audio system is crystal clear with beautiful dymanics, and its more than loud enough to hear above freeway noise on the way to the beach. There is also enough head, shoulder and leg room in the rear seat to comfortably accomodate two adults. Six years and not one problem.

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  My love / hate relationship - 1997 Acura CL
  By RC30126 - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Bought the car new when it came out in 96 as a 97 model. Since day 1, it has been plagued by squeeks and rattles. Dealership still couldnt fix these after 6 attempts. I enjoy driving the car (when it runs properly), but has been the most aggravating car (and least reliable) I have ever owned. Aside from a ridiculous amount of rattles in the dash, the driver side window motor was replaced, radiator fan, oxygen sensor, transmission.... Will probably never buy another Acura.... and I previously owned 3 other Honda products which NEVER gave me such grief.

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  up scale honda accord - 1997 Acura CL
  By sohcvtec - March 4 - 2:00 am

  the only problems i have had with the car was a leaky fuel injector. I paid for an acura extended warrenty but the dealer wouldnt cover the injecter. outher than that i love the car

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  Im VERY happy! - 1997 Acura CL
  By Lisa11 - February 23 - 2:00 am

  I fell in love with the looks of the vehicle and had to have one. Acceleration is good for the 2.2 model, although I drop it into 3rd gear for quicker acceleration at take-off and for passing. I enjoy the solidness of the car and it handles well. Trunk space is great. Ive never kept a car this long but I believe Ill have a long and happy relationship with my CL and see how long it will run. Maintenance is not too pricey which is a big plus. I actually like the design on my 97 better than the newer ones and so do most of my friends.