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What year was the first Acura RL?

My uncle is trying to sell me his first-generation Acura RL. He says it’s a classic, but I’m not so sure. What year was the first Acura RL?

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Cassandra Hamilton · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Hopefully, your uncle is giving you a great deal on this car since you’re family!
The year the first
Acura RL
debuted was 1996, meaning first-generation RLs just barely squeak into consideration as
classic cars
.
Acura
produced its RL (short for Refined Luxury) until 2012. So what kind of features can you expect in your classic 1996 Acura RL?
Let’s take a look:
  • 3.5L V6 engine
  • Leather seats
  • Real wood trim
  • Moonroof
  • Power everything—windows, locks, seats
  • Cruise control
  • 8-speaker Bose sound system
This might not sound all that fancy by modern standards, but this car offered the best of the best in its heyday. Correctly maintained, your classic Acura RL will keep running for years to come!
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