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excited 12-17-2005 07:57 PM

Excited - Royal Blue Pearl - "It looks like a jewel"
 
A Christmas miracle, my RBP TSX did arrive today. When we arrived at the dealers to pick it up, it was parked outside and my wife's first comments were that: "It looks like a jewel". The colour is amazing.

I had planned to have a chance to go home and get my camera between dropping off toys and food at various houses but it took longer than I thought and I did not have my camera with me so I was unable to take any pictures in the daylight.

I will leave first impressions until tomorrow. As soon as I arrived home, company came over and I have had little chance to play with it. All I can say is that I am estatic. I have set up the home link for the garage door and have paired up the car with my bluetooth phone.

Here are some pictures. Check out the wheels. Tomorrow I will take some daylight pictures so you can appreciate the colour a little better and I will give my first impressions. My company is hollering for me so I have to get back.

Merry Christmas and here are the pics:
http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/3...mgsmall4xt.jpg

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/5...mgsmall2wf.jpg

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/1...mgsmall1pu.jpg

http://img469.imageshack.us/img469/6...mgsmall1cf.jpg

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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Colin 12-17-2005 08:19 PM

Wow, looks great! I'm very happy for you, I know you'll love it!

swirlie 12-17-2005 08:28 PM

:woot:

amadeus303 12-17-2005 08:33 PM

Congrats Excited... long-time "lurker," but now full-fledged "member," eh? :thumbsup:

JB_TSX 12-17-2005 08:41 PM

congrats!!! nice color choice.

jiggaman 12-17-2005 08:46 PM

good stuff man, i love that color. were those factory option wheels?

S power 12-17-2005 08:46 PM

Are those the factory wheels? Different from US version

edit: jigga beat me to it

mgoblu 12-17-2005 08:47 PM

Congrats man!! That's awesome. I can't wait to see the daytime pics.

feliz 12-17-2005 08:47 PM

Finally!!! Congratulations and I'm jealous of you not having to have a front license plate. The colour looks great.

jlukja 12-17-2005 08:51 PM

Its about time. :cheers: BTW, nice license plate.

amadeus303 12-17-2005 09:10 PM

I think those are just some 17" Motegi's that he's using for a winter setup...

J.A.S. 12-17-2005 09:14 PM

Congrats. It was worth the wait.

CGTSX2004 12-17-2005 09:29 PM

Finally! :D

And it's about time that someone got some pictures of something other than a NHB. :chuckle:

Eeyore 12-17-2005 09:32 PM

Excited,

Way to go, glad you finally have the car, the color looks great and I like the wheels too. Please be sure to post your driving impressions when you have a chance to take her for a good spin!

This is a fantastic car and you WILL NOT regret your purchase.

JBZ 12-17-2005 09:39 PM

Congrats! I was at the dealer today and saw a couple picking up their RBP TL. Very pretty color.

sauceman 12-17-2005 09:47 PM

Congrads Excited! You finally got it! :woot:

:thumbsup:

Trophyhead 12-17-2005 10:06 PM

Congrats! (--wipes drool off his chin--). Can't wait to get mine...eventually.

rpcmx 12-17-2005 10:11 PM

Congratulations! :woot:

Can't wait till I pick up RBP...

-rpc

joerockt 12-17-2005 10:12 PM

Congrats dood...Finally huh?

swirlie 12-17-2005 10:58 PM


Originally Posted by CGTSX2004
Finally! :D

And it's about time that someone got some pictures of something other than a NHB. :chuckle:

Jeez, am I completely invisible? I've posted a series of pix... including a completely separate thread (see my sig)! :annoyed:

Colin 12-17-2005 11:13 PM


Originally Posted by swirlie
Jeez, am I completely invisible? I've posted a series of pix... including a completely separate thread (see my sig)! :annoyed:

Ah come on swirlie, there's a new addition to the family, don't act all jealous :tongue: :wish:

excited 12-17-2005 11:25 PM


Originally Posted by amadeus303
Congrats Excited... long-time "lurker," but now full-fledged "member," eh? :thumbsup:

Thanks, it took me 425 posts to lose my TSX virginity. I'm now a proud TSX owner.

Yeehawww!!!

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TSXdawg 12-17-2005 11:59 PM

Congratulations Excited!!! :cheers:

She is a beauty! Keep the pictures coming.

swirlie 12-18-2005 12:32 AM


Originally Posted by Colin
Ah come on swirlie, there's a new addition to the family, don't act all jealous :tongue: :wish:

I'm not jealous. I'm really happy that excited finally got his new ride and it's a RBP.
It's just that there have been so many posts after I posted so many RBP pix where people are asking "how come there are no RBP pix" or saying "I wish someone would post RBP pix". Makes me think I'm invisible and nobody cares. :sad:
:tongue:

Maybe I should become a JDM whore so I can get troutslapped. :rofl:

peter_bigblock 12-18-2005 12:49 AM

Man, I really like that Royal Blue. I've always been partial to that color (that's "colour" to you). Beautiful car! Congratulations, and welcome to the ownership experience!

waTSX 12-18-2005 12:54 AM

Congrats, man. The color looks great. :thumbsup: Be sure to post your driving impressions.

excited 12-18-2005 02:42 AM


Originally Posted by jiggaman
good stuff man, i love that color. were those factory option wheels?

My company finally left. So I can answer a few posts.

As amadeous303 answered, they are my winter wheels, 17" Motegi's. I actually really like them. My OEM's are bagged up and I haven't seen them yet.

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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excited 12-18-2005 02:46 AM


Originally Posted by TSXdawg
Congratulations Excited!!! :cheers:

She is a beauty! Keep the pictures coming.

Thanks everyone for the congrats. I will keep the pics coming.

The Royal Blue Pearl is a great colour. Fate brought me to it and I am very happy that it did.

Swirlie, I know that we have several other threads on the colour, I guess sometimes see a thread for the first time. We can rejoice in both having a great colour.

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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excited 12-18-2005 02:52 AM


Originally Posted by feliz
Finally!!! Congratulations and I'm jealous of you not having to have a front license plate. The colour looks great.

Yea, it's pretty good not having the front plate. I think that the best view of the TSX is from the front and it keeps it very clean looking. One's eye can enjoy the uniterrupted lines of the TSX.

There is a lot to learn with all of the different things the TSX has with the navi, bluetooth and other features. I will be spending much of Sunday learning it.

I will post my first impressions later on Sunday.

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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yeefuchew 12-18-2005 04:16 AM


Originally Posted by excited
A Christmas miracle, my RBP TSX did arrive today. When we arrived at the dealers to pick it up, it was parked outside and my wife's first comments were that: "It looks like a jewel". The colour is amazing.

I had planned to have a chance to go home and get my camera between dropping off toys and food at various houses but it took longer than I thought and I did not have my camera with me so I was unable to take any pictures in the daylight.

I will leave first impressions until tomorrow. As soon as I arrived home, company came over and I have had little chance to play with it. All I can say is that I am estatic. I have set up the home link for the garage door and have paired up the car with my bluetooth phone.

Here are some pictures. Check out the wheels. Tomorrow I will take some daylight pictures so you can appreciate the colour a little better and I will give my first impressions. My company is hollering for me so I have to get back.

Merry Christmas and here are the pics:
http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/3...mgsmall4xt.jpg

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/5...mgsmall2wf.jpg

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/1...mgsmall1pu.jpg

http://img469.imageshack.us/img469/6...mgsmall1cf.jpg

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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Congrats, Excited! :thumbsup: I know how long you've waited and suffered. I'm sure you will feel it was well worth the wait. As for color, just yesterday, I was finally able to look at a RBP also. It's pretty and definitely among my final contestants, but since my last car was nearly the same, I will go for a "new look" and get a GBM. Well if you are ever down in Southern California, we can go for a spin and see which *color* is fastest! ;)

JohnnyCNote 12-18-2005 05:28 AM

With any luck I'll be posting pictures of my own Royal Blue TSX next weekend. After seeing this one, I'm confident I got a good color....

Tintin 12-18-2005 09:12 AM

woohoooooo
Congrats. :thumbsup:
Now we need some pics of the 2006 Pearl white TSX (that is my colour of choice)
but, i think the blue is next.

IlliNorge 12-18-2005 09:43 AM

It's official--RBP will be my color :thumbsup: Fantastic ride! It would cost an arm and a bribe to get those plates here in Illinois.

excited 12-18-2005 11:49 AM

I will be taking pictures throughout the day to try and capture the different colours that RBP can display. The following pictures were taken in very strong light with the sun very low in the sky. The face on views make the colour look very dark, the rear view captures more of the blue.

http://img462.imageshack.us/img462/6...mgsmall0zn.jpg

http://img462.imageshack.us/img462/3...mgsmall0fo.jpg

http://img462.imageshack.us/img462/6...mgsmall6qz.jpg

http://img462.imageshack.us/img462/6...mgsmall8sl.jpg

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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CGTSX2004 12-18-2005 12:00 PM

Hmm...good pictures. Gives me a rough idea of what I can expect in the spring when I throw the TL wheels on the car.

excited 12-18-2005 12:09 PM

Just some preliminary first impressions because I am still learning lots about car and so far have only driven it like an 80 year old grandmother.

Wife's first impression was: "It looks like a jewel."

Wife's second impression while she sat in the back seat as the salesman showed me things were: " Boy this back seat is comfortable and there is lots of room"

She hasn't been in the car yet while driving so that is it for her impressions.

My impressions in not any particular order are:

"Man I love that blue"

"These HID lights are incredible and I will never buy another vehicle without them."

"The cockpit is like a jet fighter"

When I first drove away in the TSX I thought that the seats felt a little firmer than I remembered in the test drive car, but I didn't think that they were too firm and this morning when I took it for a short spin they felt just right.

Someone commented on how the controls for the side mirrors weren't intuitive, but I found them to make perfect sense and were very logical and easy to use.

There is a lot to learn if one is a first time TSX owner with Navi and the bluetooth. But I am going to have fun learning.

I think that stero sounds very, very good. I'm not one for giant bass that people can hear down at the other end of the block. To my old ears I really enjoy the sounds. All of the controls are very logical.

I didn't have any trouble pairing my Motorola V70 phone to the TSX and mine does show the battery and signal strenght in the info display. I had a little trouble learning some of the commands, but I eventually got it.

Power - so far driving as a grandmother I haven't really tested it, but on my short spin this morning I accelerated a little bit from a stop sign and was shocked to see how fast I was going. I will really have to watch the speedometer for the first little while because it is sneaky fast.

Handling - haven't really tested it yet.

Controls - they all seem to be in the perfect place.

Interior lighting and gauges - I love the look of the interior of the TSX, especially at night. The displays and the interior lighting are great. The map lights are strong which is super.

So far I love it. I give it a 9 out of 10. The only reason I don't give it a 10 is because I have lots to learn yet and I want to leave room to bump up my opinion.

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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TSXdawg 12-18-2005 12:17 PM

Nice pics and write up...moooooore... :drool:

Excited - Did you get any extras did you get for your TSX, like a trunk tray etc and what did you think it was worth it? Did the mudguards come standard?

excited 12-18-2005 12:31 PM


Originally Posted by TSXdawg
Nice pics and write up...moooooore... :drool:

Excited - Did you get any extras did you get for your TSX, like a trunk tray etc and what did you think it was worth it? Did the mudguards come standard?

The four mudguards came standard right from Acura. They were on when it came off of the truck. (Same with the block heater). I'm not going to put side skirts on so they will help prtect my car and I think that they looked great with the RBP.

I did get the trunk tray and although I haven't really used it yet it seems like it will be well worth it, especially when I put my dirty golf shoes in it during the summer. ( or any other item that gives off debris) I would give two thumbs up for the trunk tray.

I got the all weather mats as well. Haven't put them to the test yet. Although my pictures show a skiff of snow on the ground, all of the paved surfaces are clean. I will have to wait to give them a fair rating.

I got the Acura plus 6 year, 160,000 km warranty. I know some people will say that the extended warranties are a rip off, I just consider it "peace of mind" like any other insurance. The wheel and tire protection part of it sold me on it.

I got the clear bra. It is great. I don't think that you can tell that it is there from any of the pictures I have taken and to be honest I had forgotten about it. In my next set of pictures I will try and take one that shows the line. I give the clear bra two thumbs up.

I also got the rust proofing/paint and leather protection. Lots of people will argue that these are rip offs and money makers for the dealers, but once again for me it is "peace of mind".

I hope that helps.

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ASIMO 12-18-2005 12:47 PM

Beautiful color. I am quickly warming up to the new front fascia as a whole.

Is that your real license plate? If so, how did you get it so quickly?

swirlie 12-18-2005 02:46 PM

Dang, now I'm wishing BC didn't have front plate requirements...



Originally Posted by excited
"These HID lights are incredible and I will never buy another vehicle without them."

...

Power - so far driving as a grandmother I haven't really tested it, but on my short spin this morning I accelerated a little bit from a stop sign and was shocked to see how fast I was going. I will really have to watch the speedometer for the first little while because it is sneaky fast.

HIDs are amazing. I love that highly defined line between light and no light. :D

I was out on the highway yesterday and I broke 100km/h. Oops! Darn that break-in. It's fun how quickly 120 comes up even at part throttle. :D Man, I'm gonna have to get used to getting into 6th gear. I know reverse is locked out, but I'm still nervous about hitting it. ;)

MikeMa 12-18-2005 03:03 PM

Congrats, Excited!

It's like the perfect time to pick up your car too, since I think they're forecasting very warm weather for the next few days!

That's a really great colour!

excited 12-18-2005 03:11 PM


Originally Posted by ASIMO
Beautiful color. I am quickly warming up to the new front fascia as a whole.

Is that your real license plate? If so, how did you get it so quickly?

That is my real license plate. I ordered it several months ago and have it in my possession for a while. It is nothing too clever, but I like it.

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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excited 12-18-2005 03:13 PM


Originally Posted by MikeMa
Congrats, Excited!

It's like the perfect time to pick up your car too, since I think they're forecasting very warm weather for the next few days!

That's a really great colour!

The cold has kept the roads dry, although a bit dusty from the sand. It has helped me to keep it clean at least for the first two days.

I came across another white TSX this afternoon and gave him the thumbs up. :thumbsup:

A woman in a black SUV almost hit me today as well and I gave her a different finger.

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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excited 12-18-2005 03:22 PM

Some other impressions and photos:

I said it before, but this car is sneaky fast. Like a cat. All of sudden you look down and you are going a lot faster than you think.

The car is very precise. It is a finely honed instrument of power and agility. (Ok I'm getting carried away, but I am excited afterall.)

I had a lot easier time with the phone book today. It helps when you follow the instructions correctly. I have about 30 numbers in my phone book.

I got my nano working and I have started to play with the navi. Lots to learn yet.

The sun here in Edmonton this time of year does not get too high. In the summer it stays light for a very long time, in the winter around December the sun does not get much higher than the 10:00 o'clock position. Here are some more pics. You will notice that it gets bluer. I included one picture that you can see the clear bra line, but trust me you never notice it. (I am also still really liking the wheels. Not bad for $125 Cdn/wheel)

http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/1...mgsmall8zg.jpg
http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/3...mgsmall5kt.jpg
http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/1...mgsmall9sw.jpg
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http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/2...mgsmall7zd.jpg
http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/1...mgsmall5gu.jpg
http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/7...mgsmall0br.jpg
http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/3...mgsmall7lw.jpg

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CGTSX2004 12-18-2005 04:05 PM

Hmm...Motorola V70, you say? I had a V70 and never had bluetooth on it. In fact, I didn't know you could get a V70 with bluetooth... :scratch:

Rocket_man 12-18-2005 04:25 PM

what brand of clear bra did you get? Did you have the dealer get it installed for you? I really lke that color... looks like it will be my color choice too. Congrats.

excited 12-18-2005 05:38 PM


Originally Posted by CGTSX2004
Hmm...Motorola V70, you say? I had a V70 and never had bluetooth on it. In fact, I didn't know you could get a V70 with bluetooth... :scratch:

Sorry, typo, V710.

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excited 12-18-2005 05:39 PM


Originally Posted by Rocket_man
what brand of clear bra did you get? Did you have the dealer get it installed for you? I really lke that color... looks like it will be my color choice too. Congrats.

The dealer installed it for me. I believe that it was called Stongard but it is the same 3M product as most of the other clear bras.

You really don't notice it.

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excited 12-18-2005 05:49 PM


Originally Posted by yeefuchew
Congrats, Excited! :thumbsup: I know how long you've waited and suffered. I'm sure you will feel it was well worth the wait. As for color, just yesterday, I was finally able to look at a RBP also. It's pretty and definitely among my final contestants, but since my last car was nearly the same, I will go for a "new look" and get a GBM. Well if you are ever down in Southern California, we can go for a spin and see which *color* is fastest! ;)

I might make it to California twice in 06 in my TSX. If my wife is in the car with me, my colour will definitely be the slowest. :smash:

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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RTSX-ASpec 12-18-2005 06:14 PM

congratz Excited :) nice car, i guess your not a 50 year old virgin no more

excited 12-18-2005 06:24 PM

Final impressions from the first day:

It is very quick and nimble.

Played with the navi and it is great. The real benefit from it will come when I go to places that I don't know.

My 81 year old Mom had no problem getting into it.

Still lots to learn, but I am learning it.

Bottom line is I can't wait to drive it again.

Hopefully the roads will stay dry overnight and I can get it to work looking clean so I can show it off. I have had pictures of it hanging on my office wall for months.

Today I have just been trying to take pictures to capture the different colours that RBP can be. I didn't get them all. In the future I will try and post photographs with great lighting, backgrounds or unusual angles.

http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/968...mgsmall8qh.jpg

http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/251...mgsmall8lx.jpg

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waTSX 12-18-2005 06:27 PM

I'm really getting a sense of navy blue from the RBP, at least from the pics so far. Granted photos can be a bit deceiving. Correct me if I'm mistaken.

Regardless, it looks great. A little less flash and a little more class than the ABP. I'm liking the new styling more and more.

excited 12-18-2005 06:38 PM


Originally Posted by RTSX-ASpec
congratz Excited :) nice car, i guess your not a 50 year old virgin no more

:rofl: (I have to see that movie)

I'm now a full fledged TSX owner and actually had 3 occasions today to give the :thumbsup: to fellow TSXers.

Now to get my Christmas shopping done.

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kboosman00 12-18-2005 06:38 PM

CONGRATS... On your purchase and welcome

excited 12-18-2005 06:41 PM


Originally Posted by waTSX
I'm really getting a sense of navy blue from the RBP, at least from the pics so far. Granted photos can be a bit deceiving. Correct me if I'm mistaken.

It's more than navy blue. The photos aren't capturing what you see. Sometimes it is navy, sometimes it is almost black, sometimes it is definately blue and sometimes it is a rich sparkly blue.

I will make it my photographic mission to capture the true blue.

http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/2985/canline0dc.png

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