98 3.2 TL, intrested in purchasing, any probs?
08-16-2004, 07:26 AM
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98 3.2 TL, intrested in purchasing, any probs?
Anyone know of any problems or had any problems with these cars... My boss is thinking of buying one we have on the lot here we took in on trade... its got 97000 miles on it...
any posts would be appreciated! Thanks
any posts would be appreciated! Thanks
08-16-2004, 09:50 AM
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There were two recalls on that particular year model --
99-023 MAR 01 Recall - Lower Ball Joint Replacement
99-038 AUG 99 Recall - A/T Extension Shaft Sealing Bolt
Make sure that the vehicle has received both recalls.
Other things to look out for are --
Brakes, creaking noise while turning, rear wheel noise, etc.
Other than that, just watch for the usual stuff like evidence of accident(s), alignment, unusual wear/tear, check all fluids to make sure it's been properly taken care of, etc.
99-023 MAR 01 Recall - Lower Ball Joint Replacement
99-038 AUG 99 Recall - A/T Extension Shaft Sealing Bolt
Make sure that the vehicle has received both recalls.
Other things to look out for are --
Brakes, creaking noise while turning, rear wheel noise, etc.
Other than that, just watch for the usual stuff like evidence of accident(s), alignment, unusual wear/tear, check all fluids to make sure it's been properly taken care of, etc.
08-20-2004, 04:48 AM
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Re: 98 3.2 TL, intrested in purchasing, any probs? (WhiteTegSE)
make sure both recalls have been performed. check rear transmission stopper mount for breakage or cracking. take a look at the a/c idler pulley and a/c clutch as well. be sure to check the differential fluid, level & color. test the operation of the master window switch also, very expensive to repair.
08-21-2004, 08:11 PM
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Re: (HQuakers)
Bwahahaha!!!
Sorry, but I find your statement hilarious.
Mine's an '03 TL-S, and the transmission is the only part that was built in Japan. The rest of the car assembled in Ohio. The only part of the car that was built in Japan is the one causing the most problems.
"Built in Japan" no longer automatically means highly reliable, or rock solid.
Sorry, but I find your statement hilarious.
Mine's an '03 TL-S, and the transmission is the only part that was built in Japan. The rest of the car assembled in Ohio. The only part of the car that was built in Japan is the one causing the most problems.
"Built in Japan" no longer automatically means highly reliable, or rock solid.
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