18 Aspec for a 24 Aspec?
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18 Aspec for a 24 Aspec?
I wanted to get opinions on whether to go ahead and upgrade to the 2024 TLX Aspec from my 2018 TLX Aspec. I have 49k miles currently on the 18, but wanted to makes sure I still got some value out of the car. I have seen some of them selling now for 25k. I have seen alot of people complain about the Tranny in the 18s and also, with the rod bearing issue, not sure how long the engine will last even though the rod bearings were replaced with the recall.
Is it worth the upgrade? I would only want the 24 as I believe it's better overall than the 23s etc.. Plus I think the tech upgrades are very attractive.
Is it worth the upgrade? I would only want the 24 as I believe it's better overall than the 23s etc.. Plus I think the tech upgrades are very attractive.
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I wanted to get opinions on whether to go ahead and upgrade to the 2024 TLX Aspec from my 2018 TLX Aspec. I have 49k miles currently on the 18, but wanted to makes sure I still got some value out of the car. I have seen some of them selling now for 25k. I have seen alot of people complain about the Tranny in the 18s and also, with the rod bearing issue, not sure how long the engine will last even though the rod bearings were replaced with the recall.
Is it worth the upgrade? I would only want the 24 as I believe it's better overall than the 23s etc.. Plus I think the tech upgrades are very attractive.
Is it worth the upgrade? I would only want the 24 as I believe it's better overall than the 23s etc.. Plus I think the tech upgrades are very attractive.
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stevenpsu (04-03-2024)
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If you want it and can afford it comfortably then by all means get it, but don't figure it as a smart financial move by "getting some value" out of your old car. Any additional value you get by trading your old car sooner versus later will be lost many times over in depreciation with the new one. Not trying to dissuade you, just expressing that there are very few circumstances under which trading an old vehicle is the financially responsible thing to do, and even fewer circumstances under which buying a brand new vehicle is financially responsible! I average a new (used) vehicle every year, so I'm not preaching from a pedestal, but I'm fully aware that I'm wasting money while I'm doing it, and I'm trying to do better lol.
The '24 refresh is certainly mighty attractive, and I'd love to have the wireless CarPlay with Maps integration, faster processor, bigger screen, digital cluster, and additional sound deadening. But are those worth the extra $15-20k over getting a good condition '21 or '22 CPO with a better warranty? That's up to you. It's definitely not to me.
The '24 refresh is certainly mighty attractive, and I'd love to have the wireless CarPlay with Maps integration, faster processor, bigger screen, digital cluster, and additional sound deadening. But are those worth the extra $15-20k over getting a good condition '21 or '22 CPO with a better warranty? That's up to you. It's definitely not to me.
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I'm genuinely curious how the recent earthquake in Taiwan is going to impact continued supply of these chips not just for Acura, but across the industry!
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I went ahead and updated over the weekend. Got a really great deal at Acura of Hunt Valley in Maryland. Car feels so much better than the 18 TLX Aspec. Just an overall premium sports sedan.
Added tint yesterday. Car looks awesome.
Added tint yesterday. Car looks awesome.
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Great color. PRP is just dazzling, especially when clean in and bright sunlight!
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Similar to you, I went from a 19 3.5 to a 21 A-Spec. As much as I liked my 19, it only trumps the 21+ in the area of fuel economy. Overall, this thing has been a blast to own......so much so that I just bought out my lease.
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Beautiful car, the wheels are the best update imo. Wish my CPO 2021 had those rims.
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DO NOT BUY AN ASPEC Save up and get a type s if you can't afford one right away. I had a 19 aspec 4 cyl and I got 33k for on 12/21 when I bought my 22 type s, I bought that aspec that same year in 21 and wasn't aware that a type s was gonna be release, but as soon as I test drove it for less than 5 min I busted a u turn and went straight to the dealer and bought it. It's a great car and turns heads everywhere. I have almost 35k miles on it and plan on keeping it for a few years since I bought Acura care 7/120k extended warranty. Mine is paid off and enjoy it every day. Not worth forkin out all that money for aspec when a type s is better in every day
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The current TLX A-Spec vs. the 2019 you had are completely different cars. The Type-S is significantly more money than an A-Spec as well. Some people just don't need or want that extra performance.
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DO NOT BUY AN ASPEC Save up and get a type s if you can't afford one right away. I had a 19 aspec 4 cyl and I got 33k for on 12/21 when I bought my 22 type s, I bought that aspec that same year in 21 and wasn't aware that a type s was gonna be release, but as soon as I test drove it for less than 5 min I busted a u turn and went straight to the dealer and bought it. It's a great car and turns heads everywhere. I have almost 35k miles on it and plan on keeping it for a few years since I bought Acura care 7/120k extended warranty. Mine is paid off and enjoy it every day. Not worth forkin out all that money for aspec when a type s is better in every day
The Type S is just a whole different beast. I don't know if I will keep it long-term, but it does bring a smile to my face when I put the pedal to the floor!
If nothing else, make sure you AT LEAST drive a Type S to experience the difference between the two. Who knows, you might just prefer the Aspec to the Type S...
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MarcoTLX (04-26-2024)
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I debated it a couple times whether to go Aspec or Type S. Honestly, if they made the Type S in red, I would have probably been more enticed. But also, Aspec was great, yeah, I wish it had some more power or weigh 300
pounds less, but overall, it's very similar to the V6 in the previous model so I am happy with it. Also, price isn't that big of a difference, but I got quite a bit off of MSRP from the Aspec and also, was able to get a pretty good deal on the financing from Acura that only applies to Aspec and the Tech. Also, the higher power is awesome, but in day to day driving, it isn't really needed for me.
pounds less, but overall, it's very similar to the V6 in the previous model so I am happy with it. Also, price isn't that big of a difference, but I got quite a bit off of MSRP from the Aspec and also, was able to get a pretty good deal on the financing from Acura that only applies to Aspec and the Tech. Also, the higher power is awesome, but in day to day driving, it isn't really needed for me.
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I debated it a couple times whether to go Aspec or Type S. Honestly, if they made the Type S in red, I would have probably been more enticed. But also, Aspec was great, yeah, I wish it had some more power or weigh 300
pounds less, but overall, it's very similar to the V6 in the previous model so I am happy with it. Also, price isn't that big of a difference, but I got quite a bit off of MSRP from the Aspec and also, was able to get a pretty good deal on the financing from Acura that only applies to Aspec and the Tech. Also, the higher power is awesome, but in day to day driving, it isn't really needed for me.
pounds less, but overall, it's very similar to the V6 in the previous model so I am happy with it. Also, price isn't that big of a difference, but I got quite a bit off of MSRP from the Aspec and also, was able to get a pretty good deal on the financing from Acura that only applies to Aspec and the Tech. Also, the higher power is awesome, but in day to day driving, it isn't really needed for me.
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stevenpsu (04-30-2024)
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I debated it a couple times whether to go Aspec or Type S. Honestly, if they made the Type S in red, I would have probably been more enticed. But also, Aspec was great, yeah, I wish it had some more power or weigh 300
pounds less, but overall, it's very similar to the V6 in the previous model so I am happy with it. Also, price isn't that big of a difference, but I got quite a bit off of MSRP from the Aspec and also, was able to get a pretty good deal on the financing from Acura that only applies to Aspec and the Tech. Also, the higher power is awesome, but in day to day driving, it isn't really needed for me.
pounds less, but overall, it's very similar to the V6 in the previous model so I am happy with it. Also, price isn't that big of a difference, but I got quite a bit off of MSRP from the Aspec and also, was able to get a pretty good deal on the financing from Acura that only applies to Aspec and the Tech. Also, the higher power is awesome, but in day to day driving, it isn't really needed for me.
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