2006 TSX features you like/dont like?
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Still Lovin my 06
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2006 TSX features you like/dont like?
So a few people have had the car for a couple weeks. What are you favorite features? What are your least favorite features?
Also, can anyone tell me, does the car come with an alarm? I thought my dealer mentioned it today, but wasnt sure.
Also, can anyone tell me, does the car come with an alarm? I thought my dealer mentioned it today, but wasnt sure.
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Still Lovin my 06
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november
Originally Posted by TSX 3Pedal
I saw a 2006 TSX today in San Diego...
and it already had its plates and the month tag said: NOV
How early did the 2006's get to California?
and it already had its plates and the month tag said: NOV
How early did the 2006's get to California?
not too be captain obvious or anything....but....NOVEMBER
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Well obviously in November, but you said that a few people have had it for a couple of weeks and after registering/buying a new car, you get the plates about a month afterward.
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Nope, standard immobilizer plus standard horn/flashing lights and stereo lockout. What many cars will come with nowadays.
Plates in a month? Maybe in the states. Here in BC, the insurance agents come with plates in hand for you to choose from. No dealing with temp papers, unless you want vanity plates or something.
Hmm, some of my favourite/least favourite features?
Let's start with the favourites. In this weather, I'm really starting to like the butt/back toasters (heated seats). I just use them long enough to warm up the coooold leather faster than my own butt can. I've been using the aux input and it's great. Haven't really been using CDs much since I got the car.
Least favourite? I really wish the aux input was more than just an aux input and I could control my mp3 player through the wheel-mounted controls. And I want to avoid buying an ipod if at all possible.
And more importantly, I'd like to see the track info on the stereo display (or MID!). I'd also really love to have the stereo turn on automatically when an attached player is turned on (and the aux input receives an audio signal). THAT would make it SOOO much more convenient.
Minor annoyances. The overhead lights are seriously bright. I may have to do the blue LED conversion to dim them a little.
Oh, and my absolute favourite feature: the 6speed.
Plates in a month? Maybe in the states. Here in BC, the insurance agents come with plates in hand for you to choose from. No dealing with temp papers, unless you want vanity plates or something.
Hmm, some of my favourite/least favourite features?
Let's start with the favourites. In this weather, I'm really starting to like the butt/back toasters (heated seats). I just use them long enough to warm up the coooold leather faster than my own butt can. I've been using the aux input and it's great. Haven't really been using CDs much since I got the car.
Least favourite? I really wish the aux input was more than just an aux input and I could control my mp3 player through the wheel-mounted controls. And I want to avoid buying an ipod if at all possible.
And more importantly, I'd like to see the track info on the stereo display (or MID!). I'd also really love to have the stereo turn on automatically when an attached player is turned on (and the aux input receives an audio signal). THAT would make it SOOO much more convenient.
Minor annoyances. The overhead lights are seriously bright. I may have to do the blue LED conversion to dim them a little.
Oh, and my absolute favourite feature: the 6speed.
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Features I love:
-MID
-HandsfreeLink
-AUX input
-Trip computer
Features I don't really feel strongly about either way:
-Memory seats
Features I don't like:
-none
Features I wish they had added:
-Climate control/radio readout in the clock area display like on the navi models
-MP3 playing capabilities on the stock headunit
As far as the alarm goes, the car is fitted with a door lock/door ajar sensor alarm with a vehicle immobilizer. So if the door is unlocked or opened while the alarm is armed, the alarm sounds and the ignition system is disabled. Also, the immobilizer system ensures that without the transponder signal from the key, the vehicle cannot be started.
-MID
-HandsfreeLink
-AUX input
-Trip computer
Features I don't really feel strongly about either way:
-Memory seats
Features I don't like:
-none
Features I wish they had added:
-Climate control/radio readout in the clock area display like on the navi models
-MP3 playing capabilities on the stock headunit
As far as the alarm goes, the car is fitted with a door lock/door ajar sensor alarm with a vehicle immobilizer. So if the door is unlocked or opened while the alarm is armed, the alarm sounds and the ignition system is disabled. Also, the immobilizer system ensures that without the transponder signal from the key, the vehicle cannot be started.
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Originally Posted by DMBand0026
Kind of off topic...sorry. Does the 2005 have the auto window down feature when you unlock the car with the key fob? Thanks.
Next time, be careful not to hijack somebody's thread. I know you're new. So we can cut you some slack.
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Enjoying my '06 White Pearl/Parchment
'06 even better. You can feel the extra power. Bluetooth works flawlessly. MID could not do without. NAVI is more informative and about 4 times faster. Solid well build shorts sedan. I was concerned about the new wheels,but after seeing them up close they are of better quality. 06 is slightly more sportier due to minor external changes.
Acura could go up notch on carpeting.
Acura could go up notch on carpeting.
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Next time, be careful not to hijack somebody's thread. I know you're new. So we can cut you some slack.
The search feature often times gives you fast answers without having to wait for a response if a topic has already been covered.
The search feature often times gives you fast answers without having to wait for a response if a topic has already been covered.
My apologies, I didn't mean to hijack the thread.
I guess to make amends, I'll list a few of my favorite features from the 2006 model year. I had a chance to check them out when I was in to buy my 2005. I really like the bluetooth. I'm kind of a geek, so this thing really appeals to me. I'm also a fireman, so the safety aspect of it is awesome. I like the new maintenance minder system too, that'll save some people a lot of grief in remembering when to get their car serviced.
#18
Still Lovin my 06
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Originally Posted by Tireguy
teh rimz equal
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Originally Posted by mattlissy
'06 even better. You can feel the extra power. Bluetooth works flawlessly. MID could not do without. NAVI is more informative and about 4 times faster. Solid well build shorts sedan. I was concerned about the new wheels,but after seeing them up close they are of better quality. 06 is slightly more sportier due to minor external changes.
Acura could go up notch on carpeting.
Acura could go up notch on carpeting.
What about those of us who wear long pants?
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Originally Posted by STL
I saw them in person last week and they're actually worse than I thought. They completely ruin what is otherwise a nice car
How anyone can think there nicer than 04/05 wheels is a head but to each their own.
Other thing I noticed is the nice new AT shift lever. Nice and small and shorter than the old one.
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The same poeple keep posting all over the forum(s) how bad the 06 rims are, who are they trying to convince? To me they don't look any better or worse than the previous rims which certainly aren't the best OEM rims on the road but if it's a big thing then don't buy an 06!!
My favorite things on the 06 are Bluetooth and the navi I guess.
No dislikes but it they were going to make improvments I would have to say better and standard MP3/media integration, mirrors linked to memory, and of course more power.
My favorite things on the 06 are Bluetooth and the navi I guess.
No dislikes but it they were going to make improvments I would have to say better and standard MP3/media integration, mirrors linked to memory, and of course more power.
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Originally Posted by 04EuroAccordTsx
I know it looks bad, but do they finally have factory door guards as an option now on the 06 TSX's?
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Originally Posted by feliz
The same poeple keep posting all over the forum(s) how bad the 06 rims are, who are they trying to convince? To me they don't look any better or worse than the previous rims which certainly aren't the best OEM rims on the road but if it's a big thing then don't buy an 06!!
My favorite things on the 06 are Bluetooth and the navi I guess.
No dislikes but it they were going to make improvments I would have to say better and standard MP3/media integration, mirrors linked to memory, and of course more power.
My favorite things on the 06 are Bluetooth and the navi I guess.
No dislikes but it they were going to make improvments I would have to say better and standard MP3/media integration, mirrors linked to memory, and of course more power.
My previous 06 rims comments were from seeing pics only. Now that I've see them in person I felt like I should make another comment
Who am I trying to convince? Noone, like I said to each their own. And not buying an 06 because of the rims is narrow minded. There's always optional Acura wheels and the aftermarket.
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Originally Posted by feliz
The same poeple keep posting all over the forum(s) how bad the 06 rims are, who are they trying to convince?
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Originally Posted by dom
My previous 06 rims comments were from seeing pics only. Now that I've see them in person I felt like I should make another comment
Who am I trying to convince? Noone, like I said to each their own. And not buying an 06 because of the rims is narrow minded. There's always optional Acura wheels and the aftermarket.
Who am I trying to convince? Noone, like I said to each their own. And not buying an 06 because of the rims is narrow minded. There's always optional Acura wheels and the aftermarket.
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Originally Posted by feliz
I thought the original poster was asking owners of 06s for their comments on likes and dislikes of their cars. Poeple who will never even consider buying an 06 keep popping up all over telling everyone how bad the new rims are and attach a puking face. Just find it odd that they keep telling everyone they don't like the rims, over and over.
IMHO, most OEM TSX rims range from OK to nice. I place the 06s as nice. The only ones that fall outside these ratings for me are the 05 A-Spec. Now THOSE are *nice*!
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Originally Posted by feliz
The same poeple keep posting all over the forum(s) how bad the 06 rims are, who are they trying to convince? To me they don't look any better or worse than the previous rims which certainly aren't the best OEM rims on the road but if it's a big thing then don't buy an 06!!
Sounds like you are the one trying to convince people of how great the 06 wheels are.
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Originally Posted by Alin10123
Next time, be careful not to hijack somebody's thread. I know you're new. So we can cut you some slack.
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Originally Posted by Tireguy
Sounds like you are the one trying to convince people of how great the 06 wheels are.
The original poster said now that some owners have had their 06s for a couple weeks what are your likes and dislikes? Sounds to me like he was asking poeple that actually have an 06.
If I didn't like the wheels on the 04 TSX I wouldn't just pop up on threads telling everyone I didn't like them, what's the point? I try to tell poeple what I do like about their cars.
#34
Still Lovin my 06
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same wheels basically
Originally Posted by dom
I saw them in person last week and they're actually worse than I thought. They completely ruin what is otherwise a nice car
How anyone can think there nicer than 04/05 wheels is a head but to each their own.
Other thing I noticed is the nice new AT shift lever. Nice and small and shorter than the old one.
How anyone can think there nicer than 04/05 wheels is a head but to each their own.
Other thing I noticed is the nice new AT shift lever. Nice and small and shorter than the old one.
there's the same wheels, except 2 extra spokes, which i think looks nicer. if you don't like the extra spokes, fine, but cmon, how bad can they be, they arent very different from 04/05
#35
Still Lovin my 06
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for clairifcation..
i was looking for current 2006 TSX owners to tell me things they like and don't like about the car. What things pleasantly surprised you that you didn't expect? What things surprised you in a not so pleasant way? Obviously, features like the wheels, the grill, the lights, etc etc, we all know about it. what are you finding out about the car that hasn't been plastered all over the forums? Is there a rattle in your door? does the car have a little more giddy-up than you thought? how is it now that you have 1,000 + miles on it? etc etc etc....things only owners would know about.
things you know because you've been using the car. not because you saw it and think it's cool/not cool, but because you used it and think it's cool/not cool.
thanks!
things you know because you've been using the car. not because you saw it and think it's cool/not cool, but because you used it and think it's cool/not cool.
thanks!
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I get better gas mileage if I keep my revs between 3000 and 4000rpm, instead of cruising at 2000 to 3000rpm. As I've seen mentioned before, I have a new video game in the MID... watching the average L/100km and trying to make it drop while still having fun with the car.
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Originally Posted by bradykp
things you know because you've been using the car. not because you saw it and think it's cool/not cool, but because you used it and think it's cool/not cool.thanks!
The only "negative" if you want to call it that is I notice a vibration from the engine but only when the car is cold then it's gone. It only happens at stop lights or signs. No one else has mentioned this so maybe I'm being overly picky.
Hope this helps.
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...........does the car have a little more giddy-up than you thought?
I'm a fan of the break-it-in hard technique (within reason, lots of revving), and I've not felt that the engine is lacking in power in any way - especially once you're moving and need to accelerate. And this is at an elevation here in Colorado of 6000+ feet (= loss of power). I really can't see this car not being powerful enough for any normal, "spirited" driver (drag racer types aside) - especially those at sea level.
Just my $.02
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Overall, I like the '06 TSX a lot better than my '02 TL-S which I drove for the past 48 months before my lease ended. It's more fun to drive, probably has a better stereo, nicer interior, iPod jack, Bluetooth, a SWEET navi, 60/40 fold down rear seats (better for ski trips), etc. In fact, the ONLY thing I miss is the side-view mirrors that tilt down when the car is placed in reverse (I like to back into parking spots and this makes it MUCH easier).
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Originally Posted by bradykp
there's the same wheels, except 2 extra spokes, which i think looks nicer. if you don't like the extra spokes, fine, but cmon, how bad can they be, they arent very different from 04/05
They're nothing alike
IMO they're that bad but again its my opinion. If thats the only negative I can come up with regarding the 06 then I think thats saying alot.