Overview & Reviews

The TL has been redesigned for 1999, with everything just getting better. The 2.5-liter engine is gone, making way for an all-new 3.2-liter V6. The transmission has been refined, the interior design makes better use of space, and the exterior is updated.

• Near-luxury pricing with full-luxury equipment.

• Styling may be too conservative, and where are the side airbags?

User Reviews:

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  Great Car - 1999 Acura TL
  By davidbrown1 - November 30 - 10:38 pm

  I am the second generation owner of this vehicle bought new by my parents. I was given ownership of this car at 90K miles, now at 150K, and I still love it. I drove this car very hard, across the country, through the country and into a few things. It has proven very durable, even among the the most adverse conditions. Always faithfully maintained, the car has had no major mechanical issues. The handling is not what it once was, but still above average. Excellent braking, impressive acceleration, and comfortable, quiet, confident at high speed. My only complaint is the Premium fuel requirement which drives the fuel cost up substantially.

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  Love this car but problems are starting to add up - 1999 Acura TL
  By danielle_1989 - February 28 - 12:20 pm

  I love this car I got it in 2007 It drives so nice and love all the features that this older car has to offer. Problems are starting to add up the driver seat is ripping and it is leaking oil and in order to figure out why they would have to tare the engine apart. Also major problem the catalytic converter is going and was told that cost a lot to fix, also the lights are really stupid to change cost me $400 to change the bulbs and they had to tare my engine apart just for that. Gas miles are okay not too bad. I really do love this car and if nothing was wrong with it I would run it till it died. One more thing Not good in the snow at all!!

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  Recall the Transmission - 1999 Acura TL
  By Angela - October 10 - 10:38 am

  I feel the transmission should have been recalled. The manufacturer is more than aware that the transmission in this car was poorly made, and I am quite upset that I am having to replace it. I have always driven a Honda or Acura and this is the first time Ive had major problems. I am told that the issue has been resolved mechanically, but that does little to help my out of pocket fee.

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  Good while it lasted, now moving on... - 1999 Acura TL
  By Jamnurse - October 8 - 7:49 pm

  I bought this car with about 24k miles, currently 164k. Was gonna try to push it til 200k, but, Engine light staying on for a year now. Car has shut off on me twice while at the stop light (have a new battery). Ignition switch was changed out under the recall. EGR changed a few times. Engine going. I put quite a bit of $$ into it already. No sense putting any more. I got my thrill for 9 years. I had visor, wood grain and wing put on. I loved my car. Will always have a place in my heart... I think Im done with acura though. Dont like the shape of new TL. I like the RL, but, I think Im getting GS300.

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  Engine stop while Im driving - 1999 Acura TL
  By khiet - August 17 - 1:32 pm

  I bought my car almost 5 years ago and never had any problem until now. My car currently had only 65,350 miles on it. The problem with my car is while I am driving on the road it shuts down the engine (on the busy road). The battery is almost brand new. I think ignition switch is bad. Hopefully, they recall ignition switch so I dont have to pay money out of my pocket.

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  I love my car - 1999 Acura TL
  By I.luv.acura - July 27 - 1:41 pm

  I love my car! I bought it used with 189,00 miles. The previous owner treated it badly, so I have to replace fans and radiator, the relay system had to be changed, routers changed and a long overdue filter change. I also had to replace the struts and front wheel bearings. This didnt bother me too bad because all of these things were original parts from 10 years ago. All I do now is routine maintenance and she drives like a dream.

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  Change transmissions every 50,000 miles - 1999 Acura TL
  By frances - July 25 - 12:47 am

  Overall, I love the car... but it is now on its fourth transmission with 150,000 miles. Since no one I told my situation to wanted to offer any compensation, I doubt Ill purchase another Acura. Obviously the problem is common, so it seems Acura should step up to the plate!

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  Reliable - 1999 Acura TL
  By bsprings - June 9 - 6:11 pm

  Bought my 99 used via eBay for $11,000. Had about 80k miles. Ive put nearly 50k miles on it. On highway, I routinely get 25 mpg. Other than routine maintenance (timing belt, oil, brakes, etc.) have had no significant problems. One ignition switch issue was covered under warranty. I am planning to run it til it hits 200k. Only complaints: radio reception is mediocre. Seats could be a bit firmer. I rode in a 2002 TL-S and liked those much better. Great car for the money -- particularly used.

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  Dangerous Gamble - 1999 Acura TL
  By Marc - August 4 - 9:34 am

  This car was a graduation present to me after finishing high school, and I love it! However, it has let me down so so many times, which is really disappointing because its definitely my favorite car. This car has been nothing but trouble, though. We bought with 97k miles on it, and in less than a year had to performance over $3500 in work. Ignition coils fried and fans quit working, leaving me with an overheated undrivable car until repaired. Then a month later transmission problems became massive. Performed maintenance and fixed the issue for about a week, then while out of town the transmission failed altogether leaving us stranded in another state. I love my car but it has stolen my $$

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  1999 Acura TL Sedan - 1999 Acura TL
  By Acura Owner - March 26 - 2:46 pm

  I purchased my Acura used with 92K miles. It now has 142K miles and continues to run strong. No issues other than routine maintenance. Great stereo system and ride quality. Gas mileage is so-so, but it runs fine on regular gas.