Overview & Reviews

The TL has been redesigned for 1999, with everything just getting better. The 2.5-liter engine is gone, making way for an all-new 3.2-liter V6. The transmission has been refined, the interior design makes better use of space, and the exterior is updated.

• Near-luxury pricing with full-luxury equipment.

• Styling may be too conservative, and where are the side airbags?

User Reviews:

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  Amost Perfect - 1999 Acura TL
  By okiegem - April 16 - 11:08 am

  I checked with Consumer Reports before I began searching for a reliable car that my elderly parents could enter/exit easily. This fit the bill above Toyota and Nissan models. We found it VERY comfortable. I really L-O-V-E its appearance and performance! It now has 90K on it and runs beautifully. When I purchased it at 50K, its brakes were pulsing and the dealership included a full brake job before I closed. Its A/C control was replaced a year later when it went out. Otherwise its been a great car and Id buy again. In fact, Im thinking about replacing it with a later year of the same model and design, because I dont like the design of the newer TLs.

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  GREAT - 1999 Acura TL
  By Kyle - March 25 - 11:38 am

  I have had no problems with the car. Except I have worn a hole where my leg rests.

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  Just Getting Broken In - 1999 Acura TL
  By Texasrooster - March 19 - 2:21 pm

  I purchased my 99 Acura TL in 2005. At the time, had 42k miles, now closing in on 100k. As with a 91 Accord I previously owned, the overall reliability and build quality of this car have been impeccable. Comfort and luxury with just enough of a sporting flavor thrown in. Comfortable for long trips, yet definitely not a marshmallowy Toyota- or Lexus-like ride. Steering feel is excellent. Sight lines are likewise excellent, something that is missing in most newer cars. These have got to be the most comfortable car seats Ive ever sat in--nice soft pleated leather, not like the hard-as-a-rock leather seats in most newer luxury cars.

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  EGR - 1999 Acura TL
  By Lynnerksu - October 29 - 10:37 pm

  I bought the car in 2005 with 32,000 miles on it. I love the car but now it has about 72,000 miles and has been in the shop for the EGR. Other than that its been a perfect inexpensive car.

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  Amazing Car - 1999 Acura TL
  By Lucky13 - August 5 - 11:19 am

  Great car, I bought it from a friend for 2500 dollars dirt cheap with all the gizmos i took out the GPS because i never really used it and added a pioneer stereo system.Nice smooth ride very fast. the stereo system rocked when i got it i have made a g=few changes now like a 12" Mtx sub and its even better. Love driving the car. I buying a Wings West body about $800 total but makes the car have a little more presence on the street. If you are looking for a tuner car this car is great the V-Tec engine is great engine to start with.

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  Will buy another Acura - 1999 Acura TL
  By Roger - August 4 - 1:29 pm

  I bought my Acura with 44k miles and I have 238k now. Ive only had to replace a burnt ignition coil. Had to change the motor mount...going too fast over a RR track..my bad!!! I changed all belts at 144k and do my own maintenance. No tranny problems. This is a great car and my girlfriend wants one now.

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  99 TL - 1999 Acura TL
  By marfay2` - February 16 - 5:24 pm

  Bought this car in 2002 w/32000 miles. Now has 98500 & is still going strong. No tranny issues (those were mostly the later model 5sp AT). Other than normal maint have replaced ignition switch twice and egr once. Other than that great car & runs like new.

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  Irreplaceable - 1999 Acura TL
  By Julia - November 30 - 11:14 pm

  I bought my 99 TL with 99K miles and couldnt have bought a better car. I have had all of the scheduled maintenance done on it at Firestone. No need to go to the dealership for any repairs. This week my catalytic converter is messed up and will have to be replaced. Firestone said that they are seeing a lot of those in a variety of makes and models because of the shift to ethanol. 152000 miles and one trip to the repair shop for something other than maintenance. The only complaint is that the auto day/night mirror is now tinted permanently on the bottom and not at all on the top. A little annoying.

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  10 years of ownership - 1999 Acura TL
  By JFD - June 19 - 2:24 pm

  Best ownership experience imaginable. Very reliable car. Transmission replaced at 19k miles. Replacement 4A still going strong at 220k miles. We had a problem with warped rotors. Build quality is phenomenal. Nearly 10 years of New England and mostly Canadian winters and the car looks incredible inside, outside, and underneath. MPG usually mid-twenties US mpg, about 30 Canadian mpg. Commutes 250 miles at 80+ mph several times per week, plus longer highway trips. Durability of trim pieces is amazing. Engine bulletproof, very smooth, and adequately powerful. Vinyl on edge of drivers seat will tend to crack while leather still looks new. Highly recommended car.

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  It Still Thinks Its a New Car - 1999 Acura TL
  By Ken J - June 12 - 11:34 am

  I LOVE my 99 TL 3.2 sedan. We bought it new for what we though was a huge amount of money but it has turned out to be a bargain. It still has a luxury ride after 118K miles. Other than brakes (once!) and fluid changes it has only needed a new starter. The secret is regular maintenance by an Acura dealer. I spent major $$ for the 105K tune-up which replaced everything that could be, including timing belt and water pump. What I got back was a car that drove like it was brand new after putting on new Michelins. It was a much better choice than buying a new TL and I highly recommend it. No transmission problems. Almost 60K on the first set of tires. Original plugs!!