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Well, today I traded in my 2002 325xi for the TSX with Navi. I loved the BMW, especially the sport seats, but my wife has an Audi A4 out of warranty and I couldn't deal with two German cars out of warranty. It's way too early to compare the TSX to my 325, but other than the comfort of the seats, the TSX seems to be a wonderful car. BMW makes fantastic cars, and with the 4/yr warranty and maintenance programs they are a joy. However, with the service rates at $127/hour once they go out of warranty you could end up with a lot of unwelcomed surprises.
I was surprised that the Acura dealer was dealing on this car. From all the posts I have read it seems like many are waiting long periods for their cars, but I was fortunate enough to find a dealer that had a pretty good inventory and I was able to get my second choice in color combinations (Carbon Gray/Quartz).
I was surprised that the Acura dealer was dealing on this car. From all the posts I have read it seems like many are waiting long periods for their cars, but I was fortunate enough to find a dealer that had a pretty good inventory and I was able to get my second choice in color combinations (Carbon Gray/Quartz).
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I have a new CG/quartz as well =D nice color choice my friend ^__^ you'll love the car. I also drove a 325I a few days ago, and compared to my TSX, it feels a lot bumpier on the road, but does have quite a bit more power under the hood. *probably RWD/V6 torque* By far, I think the TSX is a much better car, and it outfeatures the 325 in many categories for the price (except for those seat grabbing pumpers haha those were awesome) =)
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The sports seats with the extensions for under your thighs are fantastic. You can drive forever without getting tired. You are right about the rougher ride in the 325, but since I had the 4-wheel drive version I'm not noticing much of a power difference between the bimmer and the TSX. Unlike many who post here, the power of the TSX suits me just fine. I would rather have the features, reliability and value to more speed. I may have some regrets in the future, but overall I know I made the right choice. Now I have to read all about the Navigation system so I can use it. Acura sure gives you plenty to read!
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Yeah, the acura nav kicks bimmer nav butt haha. Also, your acura roadside assistance card isnt as fancy as the bimmer one haha. The acura one only has a road, while the bimmer ones got all the bimmers on the card....... but hey you'll never have a chance to use it since your acura probably wont break down ^___^. You also wont have a bimmer style relationship /w your acura service manager as you did /w the bimmer managers hahaha xD
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From: NY
Originally Posted by yadfgp
Congrats on the new car! Wooooooooo!!!!! 
I can't wait to get mine
Did you get an AT or an MT?
AND PICS!!!!!! WE NEED PICS DAMNIT!!!!! AND WE NEED EM NOW!!!!!!!
I can't wait to get mine
Did you get an AT or an MT?
AND PICS!!!!!! WE NEED PICS DAMNIT!!!!! AND WE NEED EM NOW!!!!!!!
I don't understand this whole need for pics, what the fuck, we've all see a TSX 6 million times, why does every member need to post 40 pics of their car (in the rain and at night 90% of the time)?
OK, so i'm a little drunk and tired, sue me
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Originally Posted by GIBSON6594
Congrats on the car and welcome to the forum
I don't understand this whole need for pics, what the fuck, we've all see a TSX 6 million times, why does every member need to post 40 pics of their car (in the rain and at night 90% of the time)?
OK, so i'm a little drunk and tired, sue me
I don't understand this whole need for pics, what the fuck, we've all see a TSX 6 million times, why does every member need to post 40 pics of their car (in the rain and at night 90% of the time)?
OK, so i'm a little drunk and tired, sue me
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Originally Posted by yadfgp
WHERE ARE THE PICS DAMNIT!?!?!
WHERE'S THE PICS DAMNIT!!!!
:killer: PICS!!!!
:gheywave: WHERE ARE THE PICS!!!
PICS!!
WHERE'S THE PICS DAMNIT!!!!:killer: PICS!!!!
:gheywave: WHERE ARE THE PICS!!!
PICS!!
congrats and welcome to the forum
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Originally Posted by sccpu3d
I have a new CG/quartz as well =D nice color choice my friend ^__^ you'll love the car. I also drove a 325I a few days ago, and compared to my TSX, it feels a lot bumpier on the road, but does have quite a bit more power under the hood. *probably RWD/V6 torque* By far, I think the TSX is a much better car, and it outfeatures the 325 in many categories for the price (except for those seat grabbing pumpers haha those were awesome) =)
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From: Toronto, Canada
Originally Posted by jlukja
LOL
<-- Can't see those 06 rims often enough
<-- Can't see those 06 rims often enough
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Originally Posted by dom
Speaking of which. And I hate to beat a dead horse. But I was at the dealer for a couple of hours on Friday. In that time I had the chance to look at those 06 wheels on TSX's sitting in the showroom. God damn their worse than I thought. Just terrible. I know its subjective but IMO they are posssibly the worse stock rims on any car being made today, I feel that strongly against them.
The 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier!
P.S. - And NO, that is NOT me (are you kidding?), I had to search for that, but the memory of those wheels sticks with ya.
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Originally Posted by dom
Speaking of which. And I hate to beat a dead horse. But I was at the dealer for a couple of hours on Friday. In that time I had the chance to look at those 06 wheels on TSX's sitting in the showroom. God damn their worse than I thought. Just terrible. I know its subjective but IMO they are posssibly the worse stock rims on any car being made today, I feel that strongly against them.
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Originally Posted by dom
Speaking of which. And I hate to beat a dead horse. But I was at the dealer for a couple of hours on Friday. In that time I had the chance to look at those 06 wheels on TSX's sitting in the showroom. God damn their worse than I thought. Just terrible. I know its subjective but IMO they are posssibly the worse stock rims on any car being made today, I feel that strongly against them.
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From: Toronto
Originally Posted by mdrlausd
Well, today I traded in my 2002 325xi for the TSX with Navi. I loved the BMW, especially the sport seats, but my wife has an Audi A4 out of warranty and I couldn't deal with two German cars out of warranty. It's way too early to compare the TSX to my 325, but other than the comfort of the seats, the TSX seems to be a wonderful car. BMW makes fantastic cars, and with the 4/yr warranty and maintenance programs they are a joy. However, with the service rates at $127/hour once they go out of warranty you could end up with a lot of unwelcomed surprises.
I was surprised that the Acura dealer was dealing on this car. From all the posts I have read it seems like many are waiting long periods for their cars, but I was fortunate enough to find a dealer that had a pretty good inventory and I was able to get my second choice in color combinations (Carbon Gray/Quartz).
I was surprised that the Acura dealer was dealing on this car. From all the posts I have read it seems like many are waiting long periods for their cars, but I was fortunate enough to find a dealer that had a pretty good inventory and I was able to get my second choice in color combinations (Carbon Gray/Quartz).
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Originally Posted by mdrlausd
Well, today I traded in my 2002 325xi for the TSX with Navi. I loved the BMW, especially the sport seats, but my wife has an Audi A4 out of warranty and I couldn't deal with two German cars out of warranty. It's way too early to compare the TSX to my 325, but other than the comfort of the seats, the TSX seems to be a wonderful car. BMW makes fantastic cars, and with the 4/yr warranty and maintenance programs they are a joy. However, with the service rates at $127/hour once they go out of warranty you could end up with a lot of unwelcomed surprises.
I was surprised that the Acura dealer was dealing on this car. From all the posts I have read it seems like many are waiting long periods for their cars, but I was fortunate enough to find a dealer that had a pretty good inventory and I was able to get my second choice in color combinations (Carbon Gray/Quartz).
I was surprised that the Acura dealer was dealing on this car. From all the posts I have read it seems like many are waiting long periods for their cars, but I was fortunate enough to find a dealer that had a pretty good inventory and I was able to get my second choice in color combinations (Carbon Gray/Quartz).
J/K. Welcome to the board! The TSX is a great car. 
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From: Federal Way, WA
Originally Posted by ianS
Yes, you are smart! it is not fun to pay the repair bill for a out of warranty German. I spend a average of $300/mth to repair my 6yr old E46!
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Originally Posted by GIBSON6594
I don't understand this whole need for pics, what the fuck, we've all see a TSX 6 million times, why does every member need to post 40 pics of their car (in the rain and at night 90% of the time)?
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