06 MDX Base model?

c-bo · 11-03-2009, 7:06 PM

I've been contemplating on trading my 07 cr-v Ex_L for an 06 MDX.
I found an 06 MDX w/ 32k on it for $24k.
Is this a fair deal?
Am I missing out on anything that the touring model offers? I don't really care for bluetooth, nav, res, the passenger power seat, 6 disc changer or memory seats do not bother me as I don't have them in the V now (except 6 disc which I never use) The wheels are kind of ugly though!

This MDX has a rear wiper but no roof rack...can I install one myself?

My main reason for the trade is more room, comfort, and performance.

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007Acura · 11-03-2009, 8:34 PM

On the base model there is no touring package which includes roof rack, bigger wheels + tires(16 vs 17, good year vs Michelin), Automatic rain sensing wipers, power passenger seat, BOSE stereo, and power driver lumbar.

for 24k you should definitely be able to fine a touring model (i just did a quick search and found a few with similar miles)

also 2005 was the only year that had OnStar and it still had the brown wood which in my opinion looks better then the black wood on the 06.

Good luck with your search and keep us updated on what you decide to do

c-bo · 11-03-2009, 9:09 PM

So it's probably better to go with the touring model then? Sounds like it is!

vas25tl · 11-11-2009, 10:34 AM

With that price, you can definitely find one with a Touring package. If you could find one with Nav, why not? If it's going to be the same price. The more loaded it is, the easier it'll be able to sell when you're done with it.

frosty ride · 11-14-2009, 9:03 AM

I have the '05 Base model and overall am very happy with it. Do miss the bluetooth and the memory seats, but that's it. I had the dealer install the roof rails as I thought the car looked funny without it. I would imagine that you could get the parts and have it installed for $300 or so. Personaly, I don't think that you could go wrong with either model. Though not as fancy as the newer generation MDX, the older models are really good vehicles.

1Louder · 11-14-2009, 11:14 PM

I'd say that price is on the high side for a base, but in the realm of starting point to negotiate. You know, I don't have Nav in my TSX and thought I wouldn't care, but I do like it in our MDX. Comes in handy in ways you don't expect. I'll most likely get one in my next car. I personally would not buy a car without bluetooth any more. The hands-free phone is the only way to go - so much safer. Power seats are always nice. Res I can take or leave. Haven't even used it yet. But at the end of the day, you probably won't pay much more for a Touring over a base. And the resale is a good point - Touring can help later.

c-bo · 11-15-2009, 10:02 AM

I appreciate the comments!
I've been looking for a low mile 06 touring for a while now and have came up empty handed. This is the color combo that I wanted and it only has 32k on it.
I haven't been able to find a touring model in that price range w/ similar miles :/

11-03-2009, 8:34 PM	#2
007Acura Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 262	On the base model there is no touring package which includes roof rack, bigger wheels + tires(16 vs 17, good year vs Michelin), Automatic rain sensing wipers, power passenger seat, BOSE stereo, and power driver lumbar. for 24k you should definitely be able to fine a touring model (i just did a quick search and found a few with similar miles) also 2005 was the only year that had OnStar and it still had the brown wood which in my opinion looks better then the black wood on the 06. Good luck with your search and keep us updated on what you decide to do __________________ 2004 Acura MDX Touring NAV RES, 2007 Acura TSX NAV, Audi A4 3.2q 6mt

11-11-2009, 10:34 AM	#4
vas25tl Err? 1996 Acura TL My Garage Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Milwaukee Posts: 3,214	With that price, you can definitely find one with a Touring package. If you could find one with Nav, why not? If it's going to be the same price. The more loaded it is, the easier it'll be able to sell when you're done with it. __________________ 245,XXX and counting

11-14-2009, 9:03 AM	#5
frosty ride Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 86	I have the '05 Base model and overall am very happy with it. Do miss the bluetooth and the memory seats, but that's it. I had the dealer install the roof rails as I thought the car looked funny without it. I would imagine that you could get the parts and have it installed for $300 or so. Personaly, I don't think that you could go wrong with either model. Though not as fancy as the newer generation MDX, the older models are really good vehicles. __________________ 2005 MDX Redrock Metallic 2007 Infiniti FX35/ Sport & Touring Package/ Diamond Graphite w/ Ebony 2005 TL 6sp/ SSM w/ Ebony- RIP

11-14-2009, 11:14 PM	#6
1Louder Keep Being Awesome Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Seattle, WA Age: 42 Posts: 1,600	I'd say that price is on the high side for a base, but in the realm of starting point to negotiate. You know, I don't have Nav in my TSX and thought I wouldn't care, but I do like it in our MDX. Comes in handy in ways you don't expect. I'll most likely get one in my next car. I personally would not buy a car without bluetooth any more. The hands-free phone is the only way to go - so much safer. Power seats are always nice. Res I can take or leave. Haven't even used it yet. But at the end of the day, you probably won't pay much more for a Touring over a base. And the resale is a good point - Touring can help later. __________________ 06 GBM AT 35% Tint Lip Spoiler (rburns) Blue LED interior White LED License Plate Gold Emblem kit Infinity 6012i door speakers Body colored mud guards 17" A-Spec Silversparkle wheels w/gold center caps Nokia Hyper Yellow fog lights RAAMmat / QuietCar sound deadening Silver painted calipers with Acura logo Wish List: A-Spec supension, OEM underbody kit It's One Louder!

11-03-2009, 9:09 PM	#3
c-bo Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC Age: 28 Posts: 24	So it's probably better to go with the touring model then? Sounds like it is!

11-15-2009, 10:02 AM	#7
c-bo Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC Age: 28 Posts: 24	I appreciate the comments! I've been looking for a low mile 06 touring for a while now and have came up empty handed. This is the color combo that I wanted and it only has 32k on it. I haven't been able to find a touring model in that price range w/ similar miles :/