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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What’s the work that “needs” to be done?  Itemizing helps. [/quote]

Replace the front exhaust pipe - $2600; replace the front strut - $1,100; and replace the front upper strut shock -$530. These are the three most expensive items. Several other items range from $50- $300.[/quote]

Does your exhaust pipe cause you to fail inspection or emissions?

I’d get a second opinion from a non-dealer mechanic. Dealers tend to replace things that may only need fixing. Plus their rates are higher.

Is your car in otherwise good shape?  Body damaged or rust?  AC work? How’s interior? [/quote]

It's in good condition-- zero rust and dents, and the paint is pristine. The only issue that bugs me is the interior. The console is warping some, and the leather looks sun-warn.

Also, just me being nitpicky, but I see a noticeable difference in the "strength" of my Acura vs. the Camry. The Camry feels a bit flimsy, and I swear the strong wind today blew it around a bit on the beltway. I definitely have to adjust how I drive between the cars there is noticeable performance difference. [/quote]

The "strength" may relate to how the vehicle is tuned.  Your Acura is likely tuned to be sporty.

You may be reacting to tuning differences.

Lower end American cars are often said to have "floaty steering" as a characteristic.  Look that up on Google and see if it matches.

Being blown around relates to the exterior styling.[/quote]

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