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Cynthetiq · 01-26-2004, 09:15 AM

shame you spent all that extra $$$ on nadia if you are just going to be this car. it would have been such a great downpayment.

Confederate · 01-26-2004, 10:14 AM

I absolutely love the interiors of those. it has a definate cockpit feel to it and with the large display on the console and bright display on the gauges I bet that would be a blast to drive.

thadon · 01-27-2004, 02:58 PM

sweet TL, I'm jealous

Booty Man · 01-27-2004, 04:54 PM

The TL is a dope car indeed. 3 good friends of mine own one. The things that kept me away from it was....

1)Built in the US, yes even the engine is built here.

2)Rattles.........i hope Acura will soon acknowledge this and have a recall soon.

3)Side marker lights are always on. I was hoping they would blink when you turn on your signals.

4)Too big for me. Thats why I own a TSX soon to be Blown TSX.

Other than that, the car is awesome and worth every penny. I've come across many dealerships that are offering the 6sp/navi for 2g's off MSRP. What more can you ask for in a car tho.....270hp, 6spd, dvd audio, touch screen huge navi, 3d climate control, brembo brakes.....any more coo shit.

Halx I hope you get the A-spec underbody spoiler........it's hot!

Here are some pics of a members car at acuraworld.com. BTW i'm a mod there for the tsx forum. Come join us.

LStanley · 01-27-2004, 05:21 PM

Nice ride... but I woulda threw down on a 2005 Vette

TM875 · 01-27-2004, 05:54 PM

Very nice. Personally, though, I'd have gone with the Infiniti G35 if I was going for Asian import.

Halx · 01-27-2004, 06:03 PM

Booty Man

1) It's still a honda at heart, ya know?

2) That issue is linked to the tires that come stock with the car, and I intend to use that little fact, along with a few other defects that people have mentioned on other boards to pay no more than 32K for it.

3) It dont bother me!

4) Size matters!

About the A-spec stuff.. I am gonna stay away from customizing this car. If, maybe in 9 months, they still offer that stuff, then maybe I'll try somethin'

One main thing that's attracting me to it.. is that I don't see it all over the place! Man, I can't make a trip to the store without catching a G35 on the road. I probably see one TL a week around where I live. I guess it could help that the nearest dealer is 40 min away.

Elitegibson · 01-27-2004, 07:16 PM

The car is really nice, but I agree with sixate that I'm not ready for a "grown-up car" like that. I'll take a 350Z for less and have money to take a vacation.

madsenj37 · 01-28-2004, 12:46 PM

270 hp is too much for front wheel drive, otherwise that looks like a sweet car.

Scorps · 01-28-2004, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by powerclown
Before you buy, you might wanna take a look at this:

2005 Chrysler 300C

340hp Hemi V8
390 ft-lb
$32K

[IMG]http://groups.msn.com/_Secure/0PwC6AtoSOFJiHNJLU!WdpVAlE8DOVG9B5rHXBv*sRRsa1HDjMs8n45f96OmPOYf2bNIfYQCS6exmgO1wLTSb8ATtC81cJQoY/Hmm0.jpg?dc=4675456147528521971[/IMG]

Not sure what to make of it...nice numbers, though.

More info & pics here.

they are over using that Hemi

Booty Man · 01-28-2004, 06:31 PM

You definitely have to get the OEM Kit for the TL........it's hot. Just don't get it from the dealer. I know a place that has the kit for around $830 shipped and painted.

Scorps · 01-29-2004, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by LStanley
Nice ride... but I woulda threw down on a 2005 Vette

Vette is just a little more then that car.....LMAO

Cordachine007 · 01-29-2004, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by gunawan04
I agree the TL is a very very nice car, but it does seem a little grown up. Maybe a TSX?

Ahhh yes, but not if you want any performance. TSX is just a little slow, but the interior is just as nice, only smaller.

Cordachine007 · 01-30-2004, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Elitegibson
The car is really nice, but I agree with sixate that I'm not ready for a "grown-up car" like that. I'll take a 350Z for less and have money to take a vacation.

The 350Z is a sweet car. I'd love to have it as a second car. That would be it. If you have more than 2 people, your screwed! Also, if you live anywhere that has bad weather, your screwed! And if you want a nice 350Z, the price is so close that you will vacation at the local Red Roof Inn.

RaDiAn · 01-31-2004, 06:50 AM

Looks great to me! Nice car.....270hp wow nice.

joshibahn · 02-24-2004, 02:46 PM

No Offense to anybody, but that Chrysler 300 actually gave me a headache, the dash looks like a toy car. It just does not fit that car...The controls anfd guages look like they were ripped out of a New Beetle, and the steering wheel looks loke those cheap glasses my grandma used to wear....

btw Halx, good idea for the TL, those are sharp....

twilightfoix · 02-24-2004, 08:29 PM

nice car, hope you have fun in it. if you don't, you can always give it to me

LewisCouch · 02-24-2004, 10:27 PM

Having owned and driven an Acura CL Type S for the past two years, I can tell you that you will really like this car. The driving position is very comfortable, it has pretty good power and handles pretty well too. Also, it has decent fuel economy although using premium exclusively can be expensive. Good luck with the car, it's a fine choice.

theblackmax455 · 03-01-2004, 12:10 PM

a badass car to say the very least, although I am still partial to the Maxima........they are both luxurious and quick for a v6 front driver

acpower · 03-02-2004, 03:41 AM

Such a beautiful car.

castex · 03-02-2004, 04:03 AM

Very nice; impressive road presence and very solid-looking.
I don't really like all this Acura/Lexus/Infiniti business, however. Why don't they just call them what they are (Honda/Toyota/Nissan) instead of trying to hoodwink us with their marketing BS?
Great choice, anyway.

sky_driver · 03-02-2004, 07:00 AM

Congratulations. That is a beautiful automobile.

moonstrucksoul · 03-02-2004, 02:37 PM

it looks like every other fucking sedan out there, maybe it's under the hood is where it counts.

Halx · 03-02-2004, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by moonstrucksoul
it looks like every other fucking sedan out there, maybe it's under the hood is where it counts.

I guess you'd have to be in the market (30-50K luxury/sport sedans) to understand that the TL is truely a uniquely designed car. It's unmistakable. When you see it on the road (and you don't see it often) your head gets jerked as your eyes focus on it quickly, hungrily. Something about it's stance.. it's lines..

aside from the fact that it's got the best engine and best interior in it's class, i really gotta say.. you must not pay much attention to the market if you think that.

Super Model · 03-03-2004, 12:05 AM

Halx, excellent choice and good reasoning behind it. Beemer maybe?

Ambition · 03-03-2004, 12:01 PM

Definitely a good choice. Acura is a great car company. I have a 2001 CL - S and never have regreted it. I love the new TL, hoping something comes in 2 doors similar to it. I prefer a coupe but TL is a sweet sedan. Good luck with your new toy.

Halx · 04-13-2004, 08:29 PM

WHoooooooo!!!! I bought it!!!!!!!!

Cynthetiq · 04-13-2004, 08:41 PM

congrats to you!

I've moved from buying a MINI to buying some income property... appreciating assets first... then the depreciating ones.

delayed gratification... I'll get the MINI maybe next year.

Cycler · 04-14-2004, 07:26 AM

Sweet deal, keep us updated on initial impressions, gripes (I don't think you will have many), and things you really like. Veryy cool car I am envious.

silent_jay · 04-14-2004, 08:33 AM

Sweet ride Hal, I agree to stay away from the 300 it has so many different designs that they tried to steal from other cars it doesn't know what it wants to be, but I agree with shakran the best description I've heard yet is the K car with a thyroid problem.

vector_1979 · 04-14-2004, 09:41 AM

Is it not just a Honda Accord underneath?

Halx · 04-14-2004, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by vector_1979
Is it not just a Honda Accord underneath?

is that not a good thing?

This will personally be my 3rd 'accord'

Now the difference between the TL and the Accord is ... well... LOOK at it!

3.2L V6, 24 valve, 270@6200hp

Dont make me go into all the neat gadgets in this thing.

matteo101 · 04-14-2004, 11:11 AM

Please do go into all the neat gadgets halx! Awesome looking car btw, you can never ever go wrong with a Japanese car, honda at that.

jizzmasterp · 04-14-2004, 11:52 AM

I have one myself and its a sweet car. It isn't even comparable to an Accord, drive both and you will see. Mine is silver on black interior with 5AT. My only complaint about the car is the lack of a 60/40 split rear seat. There is no torque steer and it handles great.

Halx · 04-14-2004, 12:43 PM

ok.. this is off the top of my head..

DVD-Audio stereo
6-cd in dash changer
built-in XM radio
225-watt stereo w/ sub
hands free link, bluetooth link so you can make cell phone calls through the car
navigation system.. one of the best I hear
dual zone climate control
it even has a GPS that detects the position of the sun and adjusts the climate control accordingly

high performance tires
brembo brakes

... there's much more I know I'm forgetting

Esoteric · 04-14-2004, 01:47 PM

Very nice car, the interior is sick.

merkerguitars · 04-14-2004, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by madsenj37
270 hp is too much for front wheel drive, otherwise that looks like a sweet car.

My friends grand prix is pushing about 300hp.....that much ponys in a fwd car makes it kinda hard to steer when your in the throttle...lol

End User · 04-14-2004, 07:20 PM

Halx, despite what others are thinking, I reckon you've bought the best car in it's category and price range. Let us know your impressions of it upon delivery!

shakran · 04-14-2004, 09:18 PM

Halx, I just drove a TL with the 6 speed a couple of days ago, and holy SHIT I was impressed. That thing's got some serious get-up-and-go for a car that size. The handling was excellent. The fit and finish should make BMW think about getting into a different business. The nav system was hands down the best factory nav I've ever seen.

I didn't notice that bit about the sun-position-sensing climate control. From what I saw, you just set the temp you want on each side and it does its thing without you doing anything else. Must have been something I missed and that the dealership lady didn't explain to me - that wouldn't surprise me since she informed me that the TL's front strut tower brace was to keep it from diving when you hit the brakes.

Good leather that you don't slip around on, very comfortable car, and a good performer to boot. That is one 4 door I would not at all mind having.

TheClarkster · 04-14-2004, 11:06 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Halx
ok.. this is off the top of my head..

DVD-Audio stereo
6-cd in dash changer
built-in XM radio
225-watt stereo w/ sub
hands free link, bluetooth link so you can make cell phone calls through the car
navigation system.. one of the best I hear
dual zone climate control
it even has a GPS that detects the position of the sun and adjusts the climate control accordingly

high performance tires
brembo brakes

... there's much more I know I'm forgetting

Sounds like a very fun car!

01-26-2004, 09:15 AM	#41 (permalink)
Cynthetiq Tilted Cat Head Administrator Location: Manhattan, NY	shame you spent all that extra $$$ on nadia if you are just going to be this car. it would have been such a great downpayment. __________________ I don't care if you are black, white, purple, green, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, hippie, cop, bum, admin, user, English, Irish, French, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, indian, cowboy, tall, short, fat, skinny, emo, punk, mod, rocker, straight, gay, lesbian, jock, nerd, geek, Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Independent, driver, pedestrian, or bicyclist, either you're an asshole or you're not. What's the best nation in the world? DO-NATION!

01-27-2004, 05:21 PM	#45 (permalink)
LStanley Insane Location: Houston TX	Nice ride... but I woulda threw down on a 2005 Vette __________________ Lathan Stanley

01-27-2004, 05:54 PM	#46 (permalink)
TM875 Addict Location: Amish-land, PA	Very nice. Personally, though, I'd have gone with the Infiniti G35 if I was going for Asian import. __________________ "I've made only one mistake in my life. But I made it over and over and over. That was saying 'yes' when I meant 'no'. Forgive me."

01-27-2004, 06:03 PM	#47 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	Booty Man 1) It's still a honda at heart, ya know? 2) That issue is linked to the tires that come stock with the car, and I intend to use that little fact, along with a few other defects that people have mentioned on other boards to pay no more than 32K for it. 3) It dont bother me! 4) Size matters! About the A-spec stuff.. I am gonna stay away from customizing this car. If, maybe in 9 months, they still offer that stuff, then maybe I'll try somethin' One main thing that's attracting me to it.. is that I don't see it all over the place! Man, I can't make a trip to the store without catching a G35 on the road. I probably see one TL a week around where I live. I guess it could help that the nearest dealer is 40 min away. __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals]

01-27-2004, 07:16 PM	#48 (permalink)
Elitegibson More Freedom, Less Bullshit Location: Tulsa, OK	The car is really nice, but I agree with sixate that I'm not ready for a "grown-up car" like that. I'll take a 350Z for less and have money to take a vacation. __________________ -Erik Stupid people shouldn't breed.

01-26-2004, 10:14 AM	#42 (permalink)
Confederate Death Leprechaun Location: College Station, TX	I absolutely love the interiors of those. it has a definate cockpit feel to it and with the large display on the console and bright display on the gauges I bet that would be a blast to drive.

01-27-2004, 02:58 PM	#43 (permalink)
thadon Cruisin thru life Location: Alpharetta, GA	sweet TL, I'm jealous

01-27-2004, 04:54 PM	#44 (permalink)
Booty Man Junkie	The TL is a dope car indeed. 3 good friends of mine own one. The things that kept me away from it was.... 1)Built in the US, yes even the engine is built here. 2)Rattles.........i hope Acura will soon acknowledge this and have a recall soon. 3)Side marker lights are always on. I was hoping they would blink when you turn on your signals. 4)Too big for me. Thats why I own a TSX soon to be Blown TSX. Other than that, the car is awesome and worth every penny. I've come across many dealerships that are offering the 6sp/navi for 2g's off MSRP. What more can you ask for in a car tho.....270hp, 6spd, dvd audio, touch screen huge navi, 3d climate control, brembo brakes.....any more coo shit. Halx I hope you get the A-spec underbody spoiler........it's hot! Here are some pics of a members car at acuraworld.com. BTW i'm a mod there for the tsx forum. Come join us.

01-28-2004, 12:46 PM	#49 (permalink)
madsenj37 Still searching... Location: NorCal For Life	270 hp is too much for front wheel drive, otherwise that looks like a sweet car. __________________ "Only two things are certain: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not certain about the universe." -- Albert Einstein

01-28-2004, 06:31 PM	#51 (permalink)
Booty Man Junkie	You definitely have to get the OEM Kit for the TL........it's hot. Just don't get it from the dealer. I know a place that has the kit for around $830 shipped and painted.

01-31-2004, 06:50 AM	#55 (permalink)
RaDiAn Addict	Looks great to me! Nice car.....270hp wow nice.

02-24-2004, 02:46 PM	#56 (permalink)
joshibahn Psycho Location: portland, or	No Offense to anybody, but that Chrysler 300 actually gave me a headache, the dash looks like a toy car. It just does not fit that car...The controls anfd guages look like they were ripped out of a New Beetle, and the steering wheel looks loke those cheap glasses my grandma used to wear.... btw Halx, good idea for the TL, those are sharp.... __________________ TFP=heaven Heaven, n 1: the abode of God and the angels and the souls of those who have gained salvation 2: any place of complete bliss and delight and peace [syn: eden, paradise, nirvana, promised land, Shangri-la]

02-24-2004, 08:29 PM	#57 (permalink)
twilightfoix Insane Location: in the clouds ;)	nice car, hope you have fun in it. if you don't, you can always give it to me

02-24-2004, 10:27 PM	#58 (permalink)
LewisCouch Insane Location: Pacific NW	Having owned and driven an Acura CL Type S for the past two years, I can tell you that you will really like this car. The driving position is very comfortable, it has pretty good power and handles pretty well too. Also, it has decent fuel economy although using premium exclusively can be expensive. Good luck with the car, it's a fine choice. __________________ "The gift of liberty is like that of a horse, handsome, strong, and high-spirited. In some it arouses a wish to ride; in many others, on the contrary, it increases the desire to walk." -- Massimo d'Azeglio

03-01-2004, 12:10 PM	#59 (permalink)
theblackmax455 Tilted Location: Columbus, Ohio	a badass car to say the very least, although I am still partial to the Maxima........they are both luxurious and quick for a v6 front driver __________________ "Whaddaya want me to do? Whack a guy? Off a guy? Whack off a guy? Cuz I'm married." -Peter Griffin, Family Guy

03-02-2004, 03:41 AM	#60 (permalink)
acpower Crazy	Such a beautiful car.

03-02-2004, 04:03 AM	#61 (permalink)
castex Psycho Location: france	Very nice; impressive road presence and very solid-looking. I don't really like all this Acura/Lexus/Infiniti business, however. Why don't they just call them what they are (Honda/Toyota/Nissan) instead of trying to hoodwink us with their marketing BS? Great choice, anyway.

03-02-2004, 07:00 AM	#62 (permalink)
sky_driver Insane	Congratulations. That is a beautiful automobile.

03-02-2004, 02:37 PM	#63 (permalink)
moonstrucksoul hovering in the distance Location: the land of milk and honey	it looks like every other fucking sedan out there, maybe it's under the hood is where it counts. __________________ no signature required

03-03-2004, 12:05 AM	#65 (permalink)
Super Model Crazy Location: USA	Halx, excellent choice and good reasoning behind it. Beemer maybe?

03-03-2004, 12:01 PM	#66 (permalink)
Ambition Insane Location: Miami, FL	Definitely a good choice. Acura is a great car company. I have a 2001 CL - S and never have regreted it. I love the new TL, hoping something comes in 2 doors similar to it. I prefer a coupe but TL is a sweet sedan. Good luck with your new toy. __________________ Looking for answers to questions that can't be answered.

04-13-2004, 08:29 PM	#67 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	WHoooooooo!!!! I bought it!!!!!!!! __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals]

04-13-2004, 08:41 PM	#68 (permalink)
Cynthetiq Tilted Cat Head Administrator Location: Manhattan, NY	congrats to you! I've moved from buying a MINI to buying some income property... appreciating assets first... then the depreciating ones. delayed gratification... I'll get the MINI maybe next year. __________________ I don't care if you are black, white, purple, green, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, hippie, cop, bum, admin, user, English, Irish, French, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, indian, cowboy, tall, short, fat, skinny, emo, punk, mod, rocker, straight, gay, lesbian, jock, nerd, geek, Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Independent, driver, pedestrian, or bicyclist, either you're an asshole or you're not. What's the best nation in the world? DO-NATION!

04-14-2004, 07:26 AM	#69 (permalink)
Cycler Float on.... Alright Location: Where the wind comes sweeping down the plains, i.e. Oklahoma	Sweet deal, keep us updated on initial impressions, gripes (I don't think you will have many), and things you really like. Veryy cool car I am envious. __________________ "I'm not even supposed to be here today." "I assure you we're open."

04-14-2004, 08:33 AM	#70 (permalink)
silent_jay Her Jay Location: Ontario for now....	Sweet ride Hal, I agree to stay away from the 300 it has so many different designs that they tried to steal from other cars it doesn't know what it wants to be, but I agree with shakran the best description I've heard yet is the K car with a thyroid problem. __________________ Absence makes the heart grow fonder

04-14-2004, 09:41 AM	#71 (permalink)
vector_1979 Insane Location: In a Caddy Shack	Is it not just a Honda Accord underneath? __________________ ------------------------------------------------ Tip: Never do your shoe lace up in a revolving door

04-14-2004, 11:11 AM	#73 (permalink)
matteo101 In transition Location: north, no south abit, over to the right, getting warmer...there!	Please do go into all the neat gadgets halx! Awesome looking car btw, you can never ever go wrong with a Japanese car, honda at that.

04-14-2004, 11:52 AM	#74 (permalink)
jizzmasterp Insane	I have one myself and its a sweet car. It isn't even comparable to an Accord, drive both and you will see. Mine is silver on black interior with 5AT. My only complaint about the car is the lack of a 60/40 split rear seat. There is no torque steer and it handles great.

04-14-2004, 12:43 PM	#75 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	ok.. this is off the top of my head.. DVD-Audio stereo 6-cd in dash changer built-in XM radio 225-watt stereo w/ sub hands free link, bluetooth link so you can make cell phone calls through the car navigation system.. one of the best I hear dual zone climate control it even has a GPS that detects the position of the sun and adjusts the climate control accordingly high performance tires brembo brakes ... there's much more I know I'm forgetting __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals]

04-14-2004, 01:47 PM	#76 (permalink)
Esoteric Tired Location: Florida	Very nice car, the interior is sick. __________________ From a head full of pressure rests the senses that I clutch Made a date with Divinity, but she wouldn't let me fuck I got touched by a hazy shaded, God help me change Caught a rush on the floor from the life in my veins

04-14-2004, 07:20 PM	#78 (permalink)
End User Insane Location: Sydney, Australia	Halx, despite what others are thinking, I reckon you've bought the best car in it's category and price range. Let us know your impressions of it upon delivery! __________________ People who have no faults are terrible!

04-14-2004, 09:18 PM	#79 (permalink)
shakran Tone.	Halx, I just drove a TL with the 6 speed a couple of days ago, and holy SHIT I was impressed. That thing's got some serious get-up-and-go for a car that size. The handling was excellent. The fit and finish should make BMW think about getting into a different business. The nav system was hands down the best factory nav I've ever seen. I didn't notice that bit about the sun-position-sensing climate control. From what I saw, you just set the temp you want on each side and it does its thing without you doing anything else. Must have been something I missed and that the dealership lady didn't explain to me - that wouldn't surprise me since she informed me that the TL's front strut tower brace was to keep it from diving when you hit the brakes. Good leather that you don't slip around on, very comfortable car, and a good performer to boot. That is one 4 door I would not at all mind having.