2002 Acura CL

Cheapest car I've ever owned overall

By Bayberuth (AZ) on Tuesday, June 11, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 166,000

Pros: "Awesome car with killer reliability!!"

Cons: "None, just keep it up!!"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I've owned this car since new. Purchased 11/00, reviewed now at 6/13. Most expensive car I've ever purchased but overall it's the cheapest car by far that I've ever owned! 13 years ownership & all I've done is routine maintenance well past the recommended mileage & date marks but this car runs like a champ regardless. Now at 170,000 mileage & 13 years later I've spent about $4,000 total: for new struts, coil-overs, new cross drilled/slotted rotors, Kevlar/ceramic pads twice, & water pump/timing belt, ignition coils, power steering pump, iridium plugs, & engine mounts because I drive like an a-hole. This car rocks!! I can still drive it like I stole it & destroy 95% of what I line up with at the stop light & corner without touching the brakes. Stupid racer performance with GREAT reliability since the day I bought it! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! 3 Friends have purchased the same model with the same experience after how much I've loved mine!"

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Cheapest car I've ever owned overall

By Bayberuth (AZ) on Tuesday, June 11, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 166,000

Pros: "Awesome car with killer reliability!!"

Cons: "None, just keep it up!!"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I've owned this car since new. Purchased 11/00, reviewed now at 6/13. Most expensive car I've ever purchased but overall it's the cheapest car by far that I've ever owned! 13 years ownership & all I've done is routine maintenance well past the recommended mileage & date marks but this car runs like a champ regardless. Now at 170,000 mileage & 13 years later I've spent about $4,000 total: for new struts, coil-overs, new cross drilled/slotted rotors, Kevlar/ceramic pads twice, & water pump/timing belt, ignition coils, power steering pump, iridium plugs, & engine mounts because I drive like an a-hole. This car rocks!! I can still drive it like I stole it & destroy 95% of what I line up with at the stop light & corner without touching the brakes. Stupid racer performance with GREAT reliability since the day I bought it! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! 3 Friends have purchased the same model with the same experience after how much I've loved mine!"

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Best Car I've ever owned!

By none (ID) on Monday, May 13, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 90,000

Pros: "Awesome performance, comfortable ride."

Cons: "None"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"My car is in better condition than most of its type, year, etc. It has had regular maintenance and runs as well or better than the day I bought it. Still great performance, never disappointed in it. No other car in its class even comes close to comparing!"

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Get one if you can!

By Acura03 (CA) on Thursday, April 11, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 131,000

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"Bought my CL used in 2005 with 18,000 miles. Honestly the best car I have ever owned. From its power to the reliability that Acura promises. My car gave me no issues until last year when the transmission and Axel seals needed to be replaced. That ran me about $1400 but that is all. I'm now at 131,500 and going strong. I would highly recommend this car. Even at its age of 10 years, the inside is in very good condition and starts right up every time. I plan on keeping it past 200,000 miles! I will definitely be getting my self another Acura after this one!"

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Great upgrade from an Accord

By Colby (FL) on Tuesday, March 26, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 150,000

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8

"This is the performance and luxury Acura was missing in previous years. They stepped it up in 2001 with a 3.2 and maintained a sleek style that compares with others in the class Acura competes in."

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One of the Best Coupe's Today(2012-2013+)

By AcuraGuy (NY) on Friday, December 28, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 102,500

Pros: "Fast, Sporty, Timeless"

Cons: "None"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I just got this car earlier this year. I have had no major problems. I love the way it drives, feels and looks. It has a clean and advanced look that has kept it looking modern and up-to-date, Acura was ahead of its time with the design. It is my first car and I can say I wouldn't have chosen any other car. I see other people with the Infiniti g35 coupe, nissan 350z, mazda rx8 and just laugh because if you compare the features(including space) Acura is better by far."

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