Please excuse duplication of post. Sent it wrong place initially. I recently purchased a 2003 Acura TL-S. Beautiful car, "BUT" with approximately 100 miles on it, I became aware of an engine knock. I immediately returned the car to my dealership whose mechanics ultimately determined the culprit to be excessive clearance between the connecting rod bearing and the "floating" piston pin of the #1 cylinder; a sloppy fit causing an engine knock. Also, the cylinder incurred some scratches, apparently because of this defect. The Acura dealer wants to repair this by replacing the piston, connectig rod, and piston pin. I feel I should have a new engine if I have to accept this car. I really would prefer a trade in for a new car since I purchase this one with a factory defect . If I am forced to accept this car with the repair Acrua wants to do , how will this effect the selling of the car a year or so later as this record is looked at? What is the likelyhood this will cause me problems in the future? I had done a lot of research before purching a new car and Acura came up as top choice. I don't know now. I am a female and don't need a problem automobile. Would appreciate any experienced advice you could give me. Thanks