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Halx · 01-18-2004, 12:06 AM

(Edited because I am now the prospected owner of...)

Acura TL, 270hp, 6spd manual transmission w/ navigation system and high performance tires.

Dark gray metallic exterior, gray leather interior (last 2 pics)

Tons of space, dreamy comfortable seats, lots of little gadgets, goes like a motherfucker.

It'll take 2 weeks to get here, then it's MINE!

bermuDa · 01-18-2004, 12:08 AM

I've got five on it!

merkerguitars · 01-18-2004, 12:29 AM

Beautiful car....I think it will be well worth your money

taylorspl · 01-18-2004, 05:02 AM

In the pic from the rear it looks like a cross between a caddie and a bimmer. All in all though it should be a nice as the last TL or more gooder even.

sixate · 01-18-2004, 08:49 AM

Sweet car, but why did you do some mods to Nadia if you were gonna get rid of her?

That car is a little too grown up for me. Maybe when I'm 45 I'd want something like that. For that price I'd get an S2000.

DEI37 · 01-18-2004, 09:09 AM

Looks a lot like a Mazda 6. I like the interior, though.

forseti-6 · 01-18-2004, 09:38 AM

Very nice car. I have a couple co-workers that speak very highly of that model. I personally have never driven one, but there aren't many Acuras that I don't like driving.

brandon11983 · 01-18-2004, 10:08 AM

That is a boss car. I love the shot of the interior. And that has the DVD-Audio system that everyone is absolutely blown away by.

actionoreos · 01-18-2004, 11:11 AM

Nice looking car =) and congrats on getting a new one

phaedrus · 01-18-2004, 12:30 PM

Love everything about that car except the navi.

Halx · 01-18-2004, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sixate
Sweet car, but why did you do some mods to Nadia if you were gonna get rid of her?

That car is a little too grown up for me. Maybe when I'm 45 I'd want something like that. For that price I'd get an S2000.

I've learned my lesson. When you're as picky as me about cars, style and luxury... don't mod your car. Even if you get it to look great, it'll never be the same quality as if it were built by the factory.

SiN · 01-18-2004, 12:43 PM

very sexy-looking car, Hal

sadistikdreams · 01-18-2004, 12:55 PM

sorry, i just had to

Craven Morehead · 01-18-2004, 02:30 PM

ha ha ha LOL

very nice choice HALX, very nice

powerclown · 01-18-2004, 02:44 PM

Love that car.

I got screwed because I sprung for an '03 Accord V6, 6 months later this particular Acura came out. They had the Acura TL S-Type out back then, which was slower than the Accord and handled like an old Cadillac. I love the Accord, but I banged my head into the wall over and over again when I saw this car come out. Smooooth ride. Let us know how it goes...

wrongfullyaccuzd · 01-18-2004, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sixate

That car is a little too grown up for me. Maybe when I'm 45 I'd want something like that. For that price I'd get an S2000.

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

sailor · 01-18-2004, 02:59 PM

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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?

Meh, who cares? Its a badass car, and will certainly drive well, feel good, and overall be a good experience.

Congrats Hal!

Halx · 01-18-2004, 03:25 PM

What's wrong with me getting a grown-up car?

All of Acura's other models are underpowered rebadged japanese Accords and Civics. I all ready HAVE an Accord.

The other 2 cars I was looking at was a Cadillac CTS and an Infiniti G35. Well, the CTS is heavier, has less power, less storage, and less engine life for much more $$$. Also, a lot of people think that the CTS is ugly. The G35 4-door has less power and it's all over the road. As for the G35 2-door, while on the outside it is a design masterpiece, it is almost identical to the car I have now on the interior, except for the giant power differential and the fact that you can hardly store a small golf bag in the trunk.

The TL is a great looking car with balls, which is hard to find in today's market. I can't wait till it gets here.

sixate · 01-18-2004, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Halx
What's wrong with me getting a grown-up car?

I don't think there's anything wrong with it. I think the car is sweet, but I'm not into the luxury. I prefer something a bit less refined.

Although, I'm sure I could get used that beautiful display in the dash rather quickly.

It's good to see you're gonna get a 6 speed. Automatic sucks!

MSD · 01-18-2004, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sixate
It's good to see you're gonna get a 6 speed. Automatic sucks!

Yeah, don't rub it in

Halx · 01-18-2004, 05:09 PM

Admittedly, I have a real bad image problem when it comes to cars. I like being seen in my car as a young guy who is mature ahead of his time. While Nadia is a great looking car, I get too much recognition as a tuner and a racer (a BMW was pestering me just last night) in an Accord. Time to step it up a notch.

Spyder_Venom · 01-18-2004, 05:42 PM

You will love that car. Another guy at work just got a TL... drool, it is lux with quite a bit of sport in it. Very well balanced car between lux, comfort and handling.

powerclown · 01-18-2004, 06:19 PM

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.

Spyder_Venom · 01-18-2004, 06:49 PM

That thing amost reminds me of a bently with that big ol' grill. Looks quite nice!

shakran · 01-19-2004, 12:48 AM

heh. I'll take the TL. The precision of Honda/Acura cars is legendary, and I've driven the new TSX (very close to the TL) and it is NICE.

That 300C looks like a K-car with a thyroid problem.

Halx · 01-19-2004, 12:49 AM

That car looks like an old people car AND it's american so it probably wont last past 100K the way I drive. Sorry to shoot you down, but I'm a big fan of imports because they last longer.

If I wanted blind power, I'd just get a mustang cobra, but if there is one car that more people out here own than a Honda Accord, it is a Ford Mustang.

So there's a few more points for the TL...

If I were to take a date out in it, and she didn't think it was mine, she'd at least think, "Did you borrow your parents' car?" as opposed to, "Did you borrow your grandparents' car?"

powerclown · 01-19-2004, 02:17 AM

Quote:

That car looks like an old people car AND it's american so it probably wont last past 100K the way I drive. Sorry to shoot you down, but I'm a big fan of imports because they last longer.

Points taken.

You're gonna love the TL, its a helluva a car at any price.

89transam · 01-19-2004, 02:18 PM

Good choice. Classy, Unique and balls. Stick stoo!

Jeff · 01-19-2004, 02:50 PM

I really like this car. That's a prime choice in my book.

mr_mcrafe · 01-19-2004, 08:05 PM

That is one nice car. A prime choice for me too. I'm jealous :P

mastertakana · 01-24-2004, 01:39 PM

good choice, the interior is beautiful.in my opinionn the g35 coupe would tie for my no1 choice. i'd have to drive them to decide though. the g has a plain looking interior

omega2K4 · 01-24-2004, 03:54 PM

Nice interior in that Acura. That 300C is just a poor man's Bentley.

vapusforever · 01-24-2004, 07:38 PM

When is Acura rolling out the new CL, RL and NSX. If the improvments are as significant as those on the TL i cant wait!!!

HunterDevourer · 01-24-2004, 08:16 PM

Halx is that car front or rear wheel drive?

shakran · 01-24-2004, 08:50 PM

front

Halx · 01-24-2004, 09:01 PM

yeah, it's front... it's basicly what I'm used to

blockmaan2000 · 01-24-2004, 09:08 PM

Sweet ride. Sticker is???

Dixie_Wrekked · 01-25-2004, 01:01 AM

looks sharp, hope you enjoy it

Cycler · 01-26-2004, 06:37 AM

Walked past one the other night as it drove by and immediately looked them up on Acura's homepage. They look stunning in person. Sweet engine note out of the exhaust. Nice lines to the body. Beautiful wheels. I could see the gauges through the window looked really cool at night. I think you will be really happy. Good choice in my opinion HALX.<p>I will drive the ol' 92 Accord for quite awhile before one of those comes my way.

PoteMatic · 01-26-2004, 07:04 AM

Damn thats a car... I wish i could get some money for something that nice.

01-18-2004, 12:06 AM	#1 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	BOUGHT one of these today... (Edited because I am now the prospected owner of...) Acura TL, 270hp, 6spd manual transmission w/ navigation system and high performance tires. Dark gray metallic exterior, gray leather interior (last 2 pics) Tons of space, dreamy comfortable seats, lots of little gadgets, goes like a motherfucker. It'll take 2 weeks to get here, then it's MINE! __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals] Last edited by Halx; 04-13-2004 at 10:21 PM..

01-18-2004, 12:08 AM	#2 (permalink)
bermuDa don't ignore this--> Location: CA	I've got five on it! __________________ I am the very model of a moderator gentleman.

01-18-2004, 12:29 AM	#3 (permalink)
merkerguitars Buffering......... Location: Wisconsin...	Beautiful car....I think it will be well worth your money __________________ Donate now! Ask me How! Please use the search function it is your friend. Look at my mustang please feel free to comment! http://www.tfproject.org/tfp/showthread.php?t=26985

01-18-2004, 09:09 AM	#6 (permalink)
DEI37 Go faster! Location: Wisconsin	Looks a lot like a Mazda 6. I like the interior, though. __________________ Generally speaking, if you were to get what you really deserve, you might be unpleasantly surprised.

01-18-2004, 09:38 AM	#7 (permalink)
forseti-6 Existentialist Location: New York City	Very nice car. I have a couple co-workers that speak very highly of that model. I personally have never driven one, but there aren't many Acuras that I don't like driving. __________________ "Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." - Dr. Seuss

01-18-2004, 05:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
taylorspl Insane Location: Tucson, AZ	In the pic from the rear it looks like a cross between a caddie and a bimmer. All in all though it should be a nice as the last TL or more gooder even.

01-18-2004, 08:49 AM	#5 (permalink)
sixate Registered User Location: Somewhere in Ohio	Sweet car, but why did you do some mods to Nadia if you were gonna get rid of her? That car is a little too grown up for me. Maybe when I'm 45 I'd want something like that. For that price I'd get an S2000.

01-18-2004, 10:08 AM	#8 (permalink)
brandon11983 Stereophonic Location: Chitown!!	That is a boss car. I love the shot of the interior. And that has the DVD-Audio system that everyone is absolutely blown away by. __________________ Well behaved women rarely make history.

01-18-2004, 11:11 AM	#9 (permalink)
actionoreos Tilted	Nice looking car =) and congrats on getting a new one

01-18-2004, 12:30 PM	#10 (permalink)
phaedrus Insane	Love everything about that car except the navi.

01-18-2004, 12:43 PM	#12 (permalink)
SiN strangelove Location: ...more here than there...	very sexy-looking car, Hal __________________ - + - ° GiRLie GeeK ° - + - ° 01110010011011110110111101110100001000000110110101100101 Therell be days/When Ill stray/I may appear to be/Constantly out of reach/I give in to sin/Because I like to practise what I preach

01-18-2004, 12:55 PM	#13 (permalink)
sadistikdreams lonely rolling star Location: Seattle.	sorry, i just had to

01-18-2004, 02:30 PM	#14 (permalink)
Craven Morehead Custom User Title	ha ha ha LOL very nice choice HALX, very nice

01-18-2004, 02:44 PM	#15 (permalink)
powerclown Junkie Location: Detroit, MI	Love that car. I got screwed because I sprung for an '03 Accord V6, 6 months later this particular Acura came out. They had the Acura TL S-Type out back then, which was slower than the Accord and handled like an old Cadillac. I love the Accord, but I banged my head into the wall over and over again when I saw this car come out. Smooooth ride. Let us know how it goes...

01-18-2004, 03:25 PM	#18 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	What's wrong with me getting a grown-up car? All of Acura's other models are underpowered rebadged japanese Accords and Civics. I all ready HAVE an Accord. The other 2 cars I was looking at was a Cadillac CTS and an Infiniti G35. Well, the CTS is heavier, has less power, less storage, and less engine life for much more $$$. Also, a lot of people think that the CTS is ugly. The G35 4-door has less power and it's all over the road. As for the G35 2-door, while on the outside it is a design masterpiece, it is almost identical to the car I have now on the interior, except for the giant power differential and the fact that you can hardly store a small golf bag in the trunk. The TL is a great looking car with balls, which is hard to find in today's market. I can't wait till it gets here. __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals]

01-18-2004, 05:09 PM	#21 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	Admittedly, I have a real bad image problem when it comes to cars. I like being seen in my car as a young guy who is mature ahead of his time. While Nadia is a great looking car, I get too much recognition as a tuner and a racer (a BMW was pestering me just last night) in an Accord. Time to step it up a notch. __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals]

01-18-2004, 05:42 PM	#22 (permalink)
Spyder_Venom Psycho Location: MN	You will love that car. Another guy at work just got a TL... drool, it is lux with quite a bit of sport in it. Very well balanced car between lux, comfort and handling. __________________ The local track whore

01-18-2004, 06:19 PM	#23 (permalink)
powerclown Junkie Location: Detroit, MI	Options 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.

01-18-2004, 06:49 PM	#24 (permalink)
Spyder_Venom Psycho Location: MN	That thing amost reminds me of a bently with that big ol' grill. Looks quite nice! __________________ The local track whore

01-19-2004, 12:48 AM	#25 (permalink)
shakran Tone.	heh. I'll take the TL. The precision of Honda/Acura cars is legendary, and I've driven the new TSX (very close to the TL) and it is NICE. That 300C looks like a K-car with a thyroid problem. Last edited by shakran; 04-14-2004 at 09:21 PM..

01-19-2004, 12:49 AM	#26 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	That car looks like an old people car AND it's american so it probably wont last past 100K the way I drive. Sorry to shoot you down, but I'm a big fan of imports because they last longer. If I wanted blind power, I'd just get a mustang cobra, but if there is one car that more people out here own than a Honda Accord, it is a Ford Mustang. So there's a few more points for the TL... If I were to take a date out in it, and she didn't think it was mine, she'd at least think, "Did you borrow your parents' car?" as opposed to, "Did you borrow your grandparents' car?" __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals]

01-19-2004, 02:18 PM	#28 (permalink)
89transam Psycho Location: Central California	Good choice. Classy, Unique and balls. Stick stoo! __________________ I'd rather be rich than stupid.

01-19-2004, 02:50 PM	#29 (permalink)
Jeff And we'll all float on ok... Location: Iowa City	I really like this car. That's a prime choice in my book. __________________ For those who believe in God, most of the big questions are answered. But for those of us who can't readily accept the God formula, the big answers don't remain stone-written. We adjust to new conditions and discoveries. We are pliable. Love need not be a command or faith a dictum. I am my own God. We are here to unlearn the teachings of the church, state, and our educational system. We are here to drink beer. We are here to kill war. We are here to laugh at the odds and live our lives so well that Death will tremble to take us. --Charles Bukowski

01-19-2004, 08:05 PM	#30 (permalink)
mr_mcrafe Banned Location: auckland, nz	That is one nice car. A prime choice for me too. I'm jealous :P

01-24-2004, 01:39 PM	#31 (permalink)
mastertakana Crazy	good choice, the interior is beautiful.in my opinionn the g35 coupe would tie for my no1 choice. i'd have to drive them to decide though. the g has a plain looking interior __________________ All I know the time it is gettin dread Need alot of trees up in my head

01-24-2004, 03:54 PM	#32 (permalink)
omega2K4 Natalie Portman is sexy. Location: The Outer Rim	Nice interior in that Acura. That 300C is just a poor man's Bentley. __________________ "While the State exists there can be no freedom. When there is freedom there will be no State." - Vladimir Ilyich Lenin "Reason has always existed, but not always in a reasonable form."- Karl Marx

01-24-2004, 07:38 PM	#33 (permalink)
vapusforever Tilted Location: Your Imagination	When is Acura rolling out the new CL, RL and NSX. If the improvments are as significant as those on the TL i cant wait!!!

01-24-2004, 08:16 PM	#34 (permalink)
HunterDevourer Insane Location: Sydney - Australia	Halx is that car front or rear wheel drive? __________________ Viva La Muerte

01-24-2004, 09:01 PM	#36 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	yeah, it's front... it's basicly what I'm used to __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals]

01-24-2004, 09:08 PM	#37 (permalink)
blockmaan2000 Crazy	Sweet ride. Sticker is???

01-25-2004, 01:01 AM	#38 (permalink)
Dixie_Wrekked Banned Location: Bryan, Tx	looks sharp, hope you enjoy it

01-26-2004, 06:37 AM	#39 (permalink)
Cycler Float on.... Alright Location: Where the wind comes sweeping down the plains, i.e. Oklahoma	Walked past one the other night as it drove by and immediately looked them up on Acura's homepage. They look stunning in person. Sweet engine note out of the exhaust. Nice lines to the body. Beautiful wheels. I could see the gauges through the window looked really cool at night. I think you will be really happy. Good choice in my opinion HALX.<p>I will drive the ol' 92 Accord for quite awhile before one of those comes my way. __________________ "I'm not even supposed to be here today." "I assure you we're open."

01-26-2004, 07:04 AM	#40 (permalink)
PoteMatic Registered User	Damn thats a car... I wish i could get some money for something that nice.