CLtotheTL32

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Just about everything is already sold or spoken for. After tomorrow, the only thing I'll have left are the coils and Ingalls rear camber kit. A local member picked up the A-Specs last night

Thanks Anil! The TL was great but I couldn't stop thinking of owning a S2k. It's so damn fun!

Thank you sir! I finished college nearly two years ago and bought a house in March...everything happens as it should; don't rush it!

Before I bought my WDP, I test drove a RBP and nearly bought it. Coming from an ABP CL-S I wanted to stick with blue, but the WDP was a better price with lower mileage. I hated having a white car





As for the S2000 so far, it's a blast. Only averaging about 23mpg but I didn't buy it for economy runs. I'm getting more confident the more I drive it, but still struggle now and then. The sound system is dreadful, everything becomes distorted at high volumes. Eventually I'll buy a new headunit with BT and an iPod hookup so I'm not stuck listening to the horrid radio or the same CD over and over

It'll be hard for many of you to believe, but I haven't taken any more photos of it. I'm either off of work too late or the car is dirty. Here's another interior shot to hold everyone over for a bit longer.



I drove the TL to work today and was bored the whole way

Flipster23

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It will happen.

TylerT

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What's funny is, the S2000 isn't really known for being great on fuel economy despite having such a small engine. 23mpg sounds about right for a first time owner in the early stages .

I typically average 24-25mpg and my commute is quite literally 70% highway 30% street. I've noticed 75-80mph eats up gas quickly because you're sitting at or above 4k the entire time. Much different than my old CLS6, 6th gear put it at around 2700 at that speed and despite being a 3.2L engine .. it did better on economy runs.

If I were to guess, 55-65mph is the sweet spot for economy runs ... but who the hell does that?

SamDoe1

I literally burned 1/3rd of a tank in one day the first week I had mine.

Pretty sure my fuel economy for the first tank was like 14mpg.

thoiboi

The TL Type S isn't all that great on gas either.. But this is what I tell my gf,

It's not miles per gallon, it's SMILES per gallon

JS + XES

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Smiles per gallon is right.

Steven Bell

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Tyler, do you guys get any snow there?

Undying Dreams

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Eyyyy, dat last pic in the first post Thanks buddy.

Your TL will be missed but the S2000 is a worthy replacement! Enjoy it in good health.

chill_dog

You say that like that's bad...I'd consider it quite good.


Every now and then, but it's not a big deal because everyone stays home.




Modded yet?

Oh Sickest TL

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Thats funny man cuz I came from a 02 WDP TL-S.

CLtotheTL32

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Not quite two weeks since I picked it up and have racked up about 600 miles. I've never had so much damn fun with a car. The only compliant I have is that the radio is horrible. If it weren't for having so many ongoing house projects, I would replace the headunit and speakers tomorrow.







I cannot take credit for all of the tire marks on the ground but they look cool

06TLMatt

Ha, snow in Indian Trail, NC? We're lucky to get 2-3 ' snow ' days a year, which usually means a light dusting, which is enough to send all of the Charlotte area into a frenzy, shutting down every business/road.

Oh Sickest TL

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^^ LOL you should see where I live, I had snow up past my god damn roof last year hahah

cjTL

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Radio...pfff. That's what the engine is for.

Car looks fantastic.

RPhilMan1

Excellent shots! She looks great.

ACCURATEin

You have a F series radio. One of the best in the market.

TylerT

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Works best at 6k

SuperTrooper169

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I was playing with a gray S2000 on the freeway today. He was behind me entering it and on my arse. I went WOT and, well, sorry, he went bye bye, but I did get off of it to let him do a ricer flyby. Now granted it was a completely straight stretch of road though, but curves are for woosies anyway.

JS + XES

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haha have you seen my encounter with SRT8 at the track? The in-car video was posted in my thread.

SuperTrooper169

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Yeah but that was a road course with all those silly turns and curves. Me like go fast only straight arrrrrrgggh!!

JS + XES

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No, I couldn't pass him! It was at the very fast track. Was super fun to catch up to SRT8 through the turns and he rocketed away every time we got to the straightaways. hahaha That was a fun session.

TylerT

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No doubt your car is mid - high 13s, dat torque doh.

CCColtsicehockey

Looking good Tyler. I want a ride sometime. Can you believe I have never been even a passenger in an S2k?

CLtotheTL32

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That sounds about right

Thanks Craig! The engine does sound absolutely glorious, however, I try not to drain the gas tank too quickly

Thank you Ryan! Truly appreciated sir

The VTEC crossover is insane. I do it many times throughout the day.

I don't consider it a fast car, just "quick". It's faster than my TL so I have no complaints

Never?! Holy crap. I'll let you drive it. It's a fuggin blast.




Remember how I said I was going to wait to buy audio equipment? Well...I got a promotion today and decided to treat myself. Just a headunit for now but the Bluetooth audio streaming alone will be a substantial upgrade compared to what the car currently has. Link is below:

Alpine CDE-HD149BT CD receiver at Crutchfield.com

So between buying a house in March, buying the S2000 earlier this month, a job promotion today, and a wedding in October, 2015 is one hell of a year

TylerT

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Time to change the avatar

TylerT

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Oh and, congrats Tyler!

Promotion ftw!

Flipster23

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October what?

You bets to play the lotto this year. Don't forget your Azine boys when you hit it big.

Flipster23

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Yes, I'm being lazy. I quoted the whole thing.

JS + XES

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Promotion?

Mod now.

2K2SilverTL-S

A little late to the party, but congrats. Wish you many happy miles and smiles....

CLtotheTL32

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I recently met up with Gus (04WDPsedan) and his fiancee while they were in the area on vacation. Their Optima is gorgeous in person!



I have moments of being OCD, so this had to be changed:



All it needed was some love from a microfiber towel:



I ordered this Covercraft sunshade before I even bought the car I had one in my TL and highly recommend it!







Also, I finally replaced the horrid headunit with a Alpine Bluetooth unit (CDE-HD149BT). Streaming from my phone is fantastic!





The speakers still sound like pure shit at high volumes, even with the bass at lowest the setting. I hope to have those replaced sooner than later, along with adding much needed window tint.

Oh Sickest TL

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sunshade in the garage Prob looks/feels better to have the new alpine unit in there eh?

and that optima is super DOPE and I hate kia's lol

rockstar143

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I read the whole thread.
Sex.

Now I'm sub'd...
Slow deliberate upgrades, I like that approach, it gives you time to really think about what you want or don't.

I probably would have bought your wooden engine covers! Always thought they were cool.

CLtotheTL32

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Gotta stay cool while staying cool, bruh

The new headunit is fantastic. I had the same CD in the car for 3 weeks and started to go crazy And their Optima was stunning in person! Pictures do it no justice.

Hai J! Thanks for joining! I have a pretty good list of what I would like for the car, but with the recent house purchase and upcoming wedding, the car ins't necessarily priority. I'm happy to have it, even in stock form!

Daniel in Greensboro got the engine covers. I got them for free so I extended that courtesy to him as well. He picked up my RV6 Strut Bar for $80 too! I wanted to keep everything local and that's how it ended up! I would have loved to see those covers on your NBP though

rockstar143

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Yeah, I would have hated to have them for free.

No doubt, man...you always do things the right way. No rush to mod, this car is stellar as is. SamDoe would agree.

SamDoe1

Yup!

Can't improve perfection!

rockstar143

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that's where you're wrong!

JS + XES

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SamDoe1

JS + XES

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rockstar got SamDoe-ed.