2005 TSX Rumors/News -- Availability info from Justin P.21 *MSRP $26,990* Pg 22
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Originally Posted by Viking
Since many performance enthusiasts prefer shifting gears themselves, the TSX comes with a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission or a compact 5-speed Sequential SportShift TM automatic transmission for an additional cost..
so you have to pay more for auto now?
#284
Drifting
Isn't it interesting that the SportShift (automatic) is now an "additional cost"? Does anyone have the pricing yet?
I am salivating over the new equipment, but the main question is, have they fixed any of the rattle yet?
I am salivating over the new equipment, but the main question is, have they fixed any of the rattle yet?
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Artic Blue Metallic? What's that going to look like? I just bought the Artic blue pearl. Or was it always metallic? And, what does metallic paint job look like anyways?
#287
Originally Posted by rivvin
Artic Blue Metallic? What's that going to look like? I just bought the Artic blue pearl. Or was it always metallic? And, what does metallic paint job look like anyways?
#288
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Originally Posted by tsxhondatuner
so you have to pay more for auto now?
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Originally Posted by tsxhondatuner
so you have to pay more for auto now?
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Originally Posted by soopa
SH-AWD... 05 or 06?
Sure, they could up the power to compensate, but the combo of AWD+bigger motor = good-bye sub-$30K TSX.
I could see AWD on the TL--it would kill the torque steer. But not on the TSX.
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Originally Posted by STL
It would be nice, but with the way the TSX is selling (and the good press it keeps getting) I really doubt it!
#295
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Originally Posted by acoga
I could see AWD on the TL--it would kill the torque steer. But not on the TSX.
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Originally Posted by STL
They only way I see AWD on a TSX is by adding IMA to the rear wheels. That being said, I do believe there is already an AWD version of this car in Europe (where it's an Accord).
Thats right and it uses the 2.0L 160HP engine shared with the Base RSX.
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Despite its impressive 200 horsepower output, the TSX with manual transmission delivers 21 mpg city/30mpg highway
#300
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I actually would like to see a substantial increase in the pricing of the TSX, because:
1. Then it would make me feel better that I bought a 2004 model with less equipment (but a lower price!) LOL!!!
2. Some people may then stop complaining that it's an "econo-box"!!! LOL!!!
Seriously, the price probably will go up a little bit, but not by so much that it will then cannibalize the TL.
1. Then it would make me feel better that I bought a 2004 model with less equipment (but a lower price!) LOL!!!
2. Some people may then stop complaining that it's an "econo-box"!!! LOL!!!
Seriously, the price probably will go up a little bit, but not by so much that it will then cannibalize the TL.
#301
Race Director
If history is any indication, look for about a $500 increase. Considering some of the new things included the car will be about the same price or less in real terms.
#302
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Anyone know when the 2005s will actually hit the showrooms? I have only heard a rumor that it will be October 23, but that is not confirmed.
Trying to decide on whether to pull the trigger now on a 2004 or wait later for the 2005s. Leaning towards the 2005 not only for the new features, but better resale value down the road.
Trying to decide on whether to pull the trigger now on a 2004 or wait later for the 2005s. Leaning towards the 2005 not only for the new features, but better resale value down the road.
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the closest dealer - Orr Acura in Shreveport, La, told me their initial order , placed about 2 weeks ago, should not be here until Nov. Damn.......Thats 2 months.... oh well, those lighted steering wheel controls better be cool.....
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I have ordered a 2005. I just talked to my dealer and they have received confirmation of a November build date. (They expect it to be built early Nov with a mid to late Nov. delivery date. All TSX are built in Japan. I placed my order about 2 months ago and my vehicle will be the first 05 TSX delivered to my dealer.
#307
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Originally Posted by ccins
For reference to expected pricing, the RSX is up about $250.
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Originally Posted by biker
The 6MT will stay the same while the AT will be up $400.
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Thanks for the replies. A dealer near Seattle mentioned "sometime in October." It's possible that dealerships receive a general first shipment by the end of Oct., while special orders will arrive in Nov.
#311
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Originally Posted by ccins
I have ordered a 2005. I just talked to my dealer and they have received confirmation of a November build date. (They expect it to be built early Nov with a mid to late Nov. delivery date. All TSX are built in Japan. I placed my order about 2 months ago and my vehicle will be the first 05 TSX delivered to my dealer.
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Our TSX is going to be in the first shipment delivered to the dealer in Nashville, TN. My vehicle was ordered along with others that the dealer will have in their inventory.
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geez it is not worth it IMO. 5 years from now no one is going to care about lighted steering wheel controls and XM radio, no one is going to pay for it in 5 years when they add the price to like $30 a month for xm
i jus think its funny how people think an 05' will be worth a lot more for resale, they didn't change anything ( IMO ) to be worth anymore than an 04'
when i had my integra i was looking for a 98+ because of the body differences. a 97 compared to a 98 would be a big difference in resale value. TSX 04' compared to 05' aren't going to be different.
i jus think its funny how people think an 05' will be worth a lot more for resale, they didn't change anything ( IMO ) to be worth anymore than an 04'
when i had my integra i was looking for a 98+ because of the body differences. a 97 compared to a 98 would be a big difference in resale value. TSX 04' compared to 05' aren't going to be different.
#315
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Originally Posted by tsxhondatuner
geez it is not worth it IMO. 5 years from now no one is going to care about lighted steering wheel controls and XM radio, no one is going to pay for it in 5 years when they add the price to like $30 a month for xm
i jus think its funny how people think an 05' will be worth a lot more for resale, they didn't change anything ( IMO ) to be worth anymore than an 04'
when i had my integra i was looking for a 98+ because of the body differences. a 97 compared to a 98 would be a big difference in resale value. TSX 04' compared to 05' aren't going to be different.
i jus think its funny how people think an 05' will be worth a lot more for resale, they didn't change anything ( IMO ) to be worth anymore than an 04'
when i had my integra i was looking for a 98+ because of the body differences. a 97 compared to a 98 would be a big difference in resale value. TSX 04' compared to 05' aren't going to be different.
#317
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Originally Posted by ccins
3 or 4 years from now a 2005 TSX will have a resale of
about $2000 to $2500 more than a 2004. That's worth waiting a month or two in my opinion
about $2000 to $2500 more than a 2004. That's worth waiting a month or two in my opinion
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Since there was no TSX 3 years ago I'll provide the current values of a TL 3.2 which had a comparable retail price as the current TSX. A 2001 TL with 40000 miles in excellent condition has a retail value of $20,980 while a 2000 TL with 40000 miles in excellent condition has a retail value of $18,795. The difference is $2,185, which is about the middle of the range I projected as a guess. Current retail value of a 1999 TL with 40000 mi in exc cond is $16,600.
#319
Thanks ccin, that comment alone made me change my mind from buying an 04 to a 05. I was thinking of how I wouldn't spend another $1000+ for XM radio, passenger powerseat.. but if they are also worth $1000-2000 more in 3-4 years.. it makes sense to go with the 05.
#320
Originally Posted by ostrich
I actually would like to see a substantial increase in the pricing of the TSX, because:
1. Then it would make me feel better that I bought a 2004 model with less equipment (but a lower price!) LOL!!!
2. Some people may then stop complaining that it's an "econo-box"!!! LOL!!!
Seriously, the price probably will go up a little bit, but not by so much that it will then cannibalize the TL.
1. Then it would make me feel better that I bought a 2004 model with less equipment (but a lower price!) LOL!!!
2. Some people may then stop complaining that it's an "econo-box"!!! LOL!!!
Seriously, the price probably will go up a little bit, but not by so much that it will then cannibalize the TL.