Hey guys, I want some opinions from some fellow 1st gen CLers'. I've loved my CL since I picked it up 3 years ago, but I think it's time for change. My only complaint about the CL would be the size. I'm a big guy, and so are my friends, and I've found that if we take my car, 3 is a tight squeeze. More legroom is a must. So the next car will have to be a sedan or a coupe SO fun that I don't care if I can only take 1 passenger. I'd love to hear what you guys have heard/experienced/think about my options so far....

 

I chose Acura RL.

What's a TL Dynamic?

 

If you like your Acura's get the RL or MDX... much larger. Besides, an RL is certainly not for sport, that is a pure magic caret ride, especially the A-Spec. And leg room, you can't beat the MDX with a stick.

 

I didn't get not one word of what you said.

 

hmm, RL, good idea. I just haven't found any for sale around here.
The Dynamic is just the trim level - no navi, titanium trim, bla,bla,bla

MDX - not a big fan. I don't think I'll ever rock an SUV.

 

Mitsubitchi EVO VIII..

 

I voted for the G35 coupe because it's the car that I would take out of that list. If you are really concerned about the leg room then I would say go for the TL. I think the new Mustang GT would be a beast to add to your list of selections, but once again it lacks the leg room.

 

ahh yes, one of my many dream cars, but an EVO VIII is NOT street legal in Canada.

 

G35 coupe ...you will never regret it!!!

https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=168483

 

LOL Nice car man, but your thread kinda went to shit.
I testdrove a 05 G coupe and loved it, but I'm going to be shopping in the '03 price range. I've heard the 03 interior is a little "lacking" What do you think? How many miles on yours? Still feel solid?

 

that thread is funny...anyways... the interior on an 05 is no diffrent from the 03.... just the knobs on the stereo and AC control... yeah still solid... the car is besutiful... when you decide to crossover visit... www.g35driver.com

 

G35 Coupe for sure...

 

I don't get it if you are complaining about space in the CL why go to a smaller G35 Coupe?? If you want size and some power go with the Subaru. Plenty of space and definately more power than a 1st Gen, but I'll stick smoke VXCL if I see him on RT. 78 in his Subaru GT

 

Next car is most likely a TL-Type S 2002-2003 maybe. Always like that car.

 

I want a Red CL Type S .. I love the CL in Red with some bronze rims...

 

CL-S's are nice, but I wouldnt buy another coupe after this. I need more space. MDX is another possible me and the wifey are looking into.

 

An EVO VIII is legal in California... but not Canada? I thought u guyz had less strict regulations, n thats why u get cars like Civic SiR's?!?

"Blame Canada"-south park

Back on topic, if ur looking for a great car with room get a 2000 BMW 540i , luxury, power n size that a japanese car might not be able to deliver.

 

It's not that I don't fit in the seat with it moved all the way back, it's just that the backseat starts to look usless. And in my books, a car with a usless backseat has to have at least 250hp, and be RWD.

 

LOL We can get away with chopping off our catalytic converters, but the EVO's intercooler size makes the bumper or re-bar design "unsafe" in the eyes of the Can. gov't.

 

Yeah, I had a good laugh in that thread.
Thanks for the link, I was looking for a G35 board. I'll let Dad know about it too. I'm still trying to talk him into supercharging his Sedan instead of trading up to the new M45.

 

No, get the 05 or whatever year comes with a stick.


The Civic SIR is just a Civic SI here. They don't any better cars than we do, just the names sound like it's better, but it's really not. They Also get Accord EX-R's but it's really just an EX or SE. They also get Electron Blue Pearl for all 6th Gen Civic's and not just the SIR. One car they do get is the Acura Something...Domani in Japan....forgot the name.


What kind of car does he drive? The M45 is really nice. It beat out the RL, GS430, E350, A6, 530i, Jaguar S-Type, and STS,

Click here for the link to the thread.

Click here for the link to the Car & Driver Comparo.

 

Thats lame. I remeber in the early 90's they had Civic Si'R's which come with 140hp b16 non vtec head. And we only got the Si 121hp d16..
Timez is changed.
They also have that acura badged 4door civic the EL. maybe thats wat ur reffering to. OKay i fuked up the thread.

Get an older BMW 5 series!!!

 

He has a G35 sedan. The M45 sport is $72,000 CAD, and Stillen blower is $6500 + install. I think he'll be better off with the blown+intercooled G35 with intake, exhaust, headers, and some Alpine Navi. and he'll still be $25000 ahead of the game.
Cool comparo, thanks.

 

But you leave in Canada a RWD car that you can only drive really during the warmer months seems useless..During the past winter I have seen numerous G35 stuck on the side of the road because of the snow..

 

lol, my sister has a 99 EL. For a year and a half she was a Sooner. She said everyone was like "ooh! look at that thing!"
(it's just a civic with Acura badges and leather)
haha OK plates even look like Sask. licence plates.

 

Man, snow doesn't even bother me. I've gone through winters with a 80 Olds, an 82 Regal, 86 AE86, 86 Accord, 94 Chev 4x4, 93 Laser AWD, and the CL. I almost prefer RWD in the snow. Snow tires and experience makes a RWD fun.

 

What's a Sooner? And what's a Sask? Sasquatch? Saskakuwatch?

 

Oklahoma Sooners - University.

lol Sask= Saskatchewan. My home province. Goddanm Americans, didn't you learn anything about Canada in highschool? Theres only 13 provinces. I had to memorize all 50 of your states and capitals.

j/k
don't blow me up

 

lol, I can't remember everything I did in HS.

 

get a EVO

 

How much factory boost does an EVO have..My boy is getting his turbo LS done and at the shop they are working on an EVO with 35lbs of boost..

 

Hahah look what i started. EVO VIII is a great choice, but he sed he cant get them in North USA. I think its boosting 19psi. Dont kill me if im wrong
Here: Vroom Vroom

 

Ok guys, if I COULD I probably WOULD get an EVO VIII, but I've never even seen one before. They're NOT legal here.

 

:troutslap

yeesh. I just puked a little in my mouth....

 

.. to NAFTA!! HAHAHAHA. not to offend u but our borders are blurry..

back on topic. Get this one!

Site
Or if u have $$ for a newer one.(2003-up)

 

It also depends on what 5 series you get because some of them even a TL-S or CL-S can take them..

 

yea go with a 540i

 

how come a cl-s w/ a 6-spd isnt an option

 

I dunno, haven't really seen any that turns my crank. Or maybe i've already subconsciously ruled out all FWD coupes? I'm really feelin' the big sedans. I set-up a testdrive for a 02 A6 (4.2 V8) tomorrow, i can't wait.
I'm loving the 540s too, but there isn't a very good selection around here.

 

05 TL 6 Speed...That car is quick as hell...