Overview & Reviews
The premium level is gone, but the TL gets more standard equipment.
- Typical Acura luxury, refinement, and reliability.
- Cramped back seat.
User Reviews:
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Excellent Car - 1998 Acura TL
By lizaven17 - October 25 - 5:21 pmI got this car back in 2010 as a starter. Since then its needed an upstream O2 sensor and a wiper motor. I have fallen in love with this car and worked a great deal on it. My TL has done two coast-to-coast cross country trips with stellar performance. The car is kinda rare in the US so parts can get expensive if you break the wrong thing. But overall this car is great. A word of caution to fellow tuners out there: the design of this car is kinda nonsensical. Things like wiring a subwoofer are extremely difficult. But as a basic car, the 5cyl is really reliable and the interior is spacious and comfy. A pure-blooded GT car if you ask me.
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Loved It Until 130K - 1998 Acura TL
By caitkmc - July 31 - 11:10 pmBought my Acura in college at 66K miles, no major problems or complaints for the first 4 years! I drove it hard too. But as soon as I hit that 130K mark EVERYTHING started to go. My car quickly went from being valued above 5K to now Im hoping to get 1K for trade in. The breaks, the radiator, the intake system (?), and the timing belt all went within 1 year of each other. VERY EXPENSIVE TO FIX!! The three different mechanics all told me the same thing - it can cost 2 times the amount to fix these high performance cars as even just a basic Honda. I wouldnt advise anyone to buy one of these cars with high miles, especially if maintenance costs are a big concern. But always drove beautifully!
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LOVE MY CAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - 1998 Acura TL
By Erin - October 23 - 2:00 amI have had this car for 10 months and am so happy that i made the choice to buy it. The body is in great condition with no rust and is a very rugged car to drive. When i test drove it i was very impressed with how it hugged the road. When its time to get a newer car im sticking to the Acura TL.
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The best car money can buy - 1998 Acura TL
By Jeff - August 23 - 10:05 pmWe bought a 97 with about 68k on it i 95. It seemed very expensive at the time. Other than 2 starters (a persistent problem with these cars (requiring the axle to be removed - $-) along with the terrible window operations), and the recommended timing belt change with water pump, I have performed all maintenance which consists only of fluids, filters and brakes (do my own work). This car now has 260k on it, drives as if it were new, with no smoke or leaks from the engine. It does need a power-steering pump but the kids drive it now and they need the exercise. I now have a collection of 3 of the 3.2TLs ranging from 96 to 98 and have my eye on another. If taken care of, they always run.
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Okay for me. - 1998 Acura TL
By Christy - July 26 - 5:02 pmI bought my Acura used five years ago. In that time I have replace the timing belt, had the engine overhauled and the transmission overhauled (costing several thousand dollars), replaced the pulley system for the alternator and the windows are having trouble rolling down or up and the paint is flaking off. I do realize that its an older car now, but the repairs are really starting to be too much. Otherwise, the car runs great when its running and sounds great. Pretty good horse power though gas mileage is only about 21 mpg. Not great, but its okay.
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Still in love - 1998 Acura TL
By Vanessa - May 26 - 7:10 amGot my car on 2/14/98 and still love it after all these years. Having problem with speed sensor now but the car is still solid otherwise. Other than maintenance and replacing the struts, this car has been low cost over the years. I love pulling up next to other owners of the older TLs because we always roll down windows and praise our cars. Ive never met anyone who didnt love theirs. I know Ill need a new vehicle one day but for now will continue to enjoy the ride.
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Amazing long term car! - 1998 Acura TL
By sfgiants22 - April 26 - 6:26 pmThis was the second car that Ive ever bought and it is awesome. I bought it at 110,000(I know), but following some dealer tricks I was sold on it. I felt a bit taken later because of the miles it had but it still drive like new and its at 165000 now. I couldnt ask for a more reliable vehicle and the only thing that Ive had to do is replace the battery and headlight bulbs...unbelievably reliable. Acura is simply an all around good company and Im glad I bought my TL.
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I love this car! - 1998 Acura TL
By Acura32tl - October 7 - 9:26 amI have been the proud owner of my 3.2 TL for nearly 10 years now and its been amazing. Wonderful, well rounded vehicle thats attractive and engineered like a dream. My TL has 162000 miles and has seen less than $2000 in non maintenance repairs to date! Thats pretty remarkable in my opinion. The service has been solid, but I must admit that I perform most maintenance personally (mobil 1 only). As much as I love this car, I will probably go to Lexus next as Acura styling has degraded over the years.
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Very nice car, high reliability - 1998 Acura TL
By TLW - June 25 - 9:15 amI bought my 98 2.5 TL about 5 years ago, I also paid $1200 for the extended warranty to 100K miles. I never got to use the warranty. At 107K miles now, D4 light is out, and I have replaced both oxygen sensors as well as doing the scheduled 104K miles timing belt / water pump service. I also replaced the battery a couple years ago, and new brake pads. Im due for replacing the AT fluid and filter. All in all, this car has been excellent. My car with 107K miles drives and feels like a new car - nothing loose or sloppy, and the throttle response is very smooth.
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Love My Acura - 1998 Acura TL
By Degruise - January 4 - 12:13 amThis is my favorite car. Even when I see a car exactly like mine go by, I still stare at it because I feel like it is one of the most attractive styles ever made. It drives great, and I have only brought it in for regular maintenance such as oil, brakes and tires. It is the best running vehicle I have ever driven!
