foldzan1

I am looking at a very well kept 2003 TL type S with 100k miles. Is it guaranteed to have tranny issues or is that just some? What should I look for when test driving?

Thank you!

thoiboi

There's a reason this is one of the biggest threads on AZ: https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-tl-1...n-swap-905115/


Hope for the best, plan for the worst: worst being that you have a BAYA trans handy for replacement once the glass OE one fails.

Saudade

Well, that's not the right question. All mechanical things will eventually fail with enough use. Proper servicing and maintenance will extend that use.

You question is more like, "what kind of service life can I expect from this transmission before it develops symptoms requiring replacement"?

That depends. How "well kept" is it? Do they have maintenance records? Have you checked Carfax? Do you know the sellers?

Are you going to have a shop do a prepurchase inspection or are you just gonna "kick the tires"?

foldzan1

I would have to test drive it first to know how it feels but from the looks of it, it was very well taken care of. Low mileage. Even the wheels are scuff free. I probably won't have a mechanic look at it. But sure, what kind of service life should be expected if it was well maintained? Is there something to look for when testing the transmission? I know how to check the front subframe issue and for fluid leaks. My dad has a 2001 CL so I am familiar with them a bit, but he has zero transmission issues with his.

Thefireball

Pretty much, yes, the service life will be short. So fully expect to replace the transmission with an '06'-07 BAYA accord transmission if you plan on keeping this car long term.