I sold my Acura and bought a Toyota !!! * PICS *
03-05-2003, 06:36 PM
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I sold my Acura and bought a Toyota !!! * PICS *
The WIFE'S Acura that is.
We sold her 91 Integra and bought a 2003 4X4 RAV-4.
They are dealing like you wouldn't believe on these suckers.
It's pretty loaded up with the "L" Package, Rear Spoiler, Auto, Air Cond, power windows, locks, mirrors, roof rack, body color accents, Fog Lamps, Privacy glass, hard tire cover, Keyless entry, CD player, oversized 16" split spoke wheels/tires & more.
Retail was almost 24K and after days of negotiations between three dealers I got it for 20,900.
I sold the Integra to a fellow member here who MAY or MAY-NOT wish to remain nameless.
It served me well and I'm sure it will run for many more trouble free miles.
We also considered the Honda CRV-EX, but didn't like it for a few reasons.
It's a great vehicle and it's a Honda, but it drives like a Minivan. The RAV4 feel much more "sporty".
The RAV4 has 20 less HP, but it's lighter and shorter too and more agile.
And the big problem for me was those ugly black bumpers on the CRV.
I told the guy right there that it was this that cost him the sale.
And the typical Honda color bullshit.
Only certain colors are available on certain models and certain interiors tied to certain colors.
No selection at all. The RAV4 came in TEN different colors and three different interiors.
It's time to get the ZAINO action going this weekend.
Check out the new toy.......
Shawn S
We sold her 91 Integra and bought a 2003 4X4 RAV-4.
They are dealing like you wouldn't believe on these suckers.
It's pretty loaded up with the "L" Package, Rear Spoiler, Auto, Air Cond, power windows, locks, mirrors, roof rack, body color accents, Fog Lamps, Privacy glass, hard tire cover, Keyless entry, CD player, oversized 16" split spoke wheels/tires & more.
Retail was almost 24K and after days of negotiations between three dealers I got it for 20,900.
I sold the Integra to a fellow member here who MAY or MAY-NOT wish to remain nameless.
It served me well and I'm sure it will run for many more trouble free miles.
We also considered the Honda CRV-EX, but didn't like it for a few reasons.
It's a great vehicle and it's a Honda, but it drives like a Minivan. The RAV4 feel much more "sporty".
The RAV4 has 20 less HP, but it's lighter and shorter too and more agile.
And the big problem for me was those ugly black bumpers on the CRV.
I told the guy right there that it was this that cost him the sale.
And the typical Honda color bullshit.
Only certain colors are available on certain models and certain interiors tied to certain colors.
No selection at all. The RAV4 came in TEN different colors and three different interiors.
It's time to get the ZAINO action going this weekend.
Check out the new toy.......
Shawn S
03-05-2003, 06:55 PM
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That's great Shawn. I can see my wife driving one of these after she's had it with her Alero. I haven't driven either the RAV or CRV, so I'm interested in your review once you get accustomed to the car.
Looks nice though. Did you get heated seats and leather? Those are two things wifey claims she HAS to have.
Looks nice though. Did you get heated seats and leather? Those are two things wifey claims she HAS to have.
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03-05-2003, 07:28 PM
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Very cool...the wife needs a new whip..she says she is "Tired" of her G20....I am thinkin TSX.
Congrats on the RAV 4 though..they are Very Cool.
Congrats on the RAV 4 though..they are Very Cool.
03-05-2003, 07:29 PM
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i cant believe you two have matching plates 
i bet she's stoked on the new ride
i bet she's stoked on the new ride
03-05-2003, 07:51 PM
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Thanks for the complements.
I think the style looks a little bit like a mini BMW X5 for 1/3 the price.
Actually the RACR X1 and RACR X2 license plates are a throwback from my pre-marriage days.
When I had my 88 Daytona Shelby-Z and 87 Dodge Omni GLH-S.
When I got rid of the GLH-S I didn’t want to lose the plate so I put it on her car at the time. That was 10+ years ago.
Shawn S
I think the style looks a little bit like a mini BMW X5 for 1/3 the price.
Actually the RACR X1 and RACR X2 license plates are a throwback from my pre-marriage days.
When I had my 88 Daytona Shelby-Z and 87 Dodge Omni GLH-S.
When I got rid of the GLH-S I didn’t want to lose the plate so I put it on her car at the time. That was 10+ years ago.
Shawn S
03-05-2003, 07:54 PM
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I think I might cry
Tell your wife she has great taste in picking the color...
SILVER Rules!..
I know you prolly picked it since your the one that is going to take car of detailing it....and i know you know silver is easy to care for...
Good choice... nice ride.. NOW GO GET THAT BITCH DYNO'd I wanna see some numbers...LOL...
Smitty
SILVER Rules!..I know you prolly picked it since your the one that is going to take car of detailing it....and i know you know silver is easy to care for...
Good choice... nice ride.. NOW GO GET THAT BITCH DYNO'd I wanna see some numbers...LOL...
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03-05-2003, 08:05 PM
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Re: I think I might cry
Originally posted by Smitty
Tell your wife she has great taste in picking the color... SILVER Rules!..
Tell your wife she has great taste in picking the color...
SILVER Rules!..It’s not Silver, it’s TITANIUM METALLIC
Shawn S
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I added one more pic
03-05-2003, 08:09 PM
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Who'd you sucker into taking that POS integra off your hands?
...and why don't the two front speakers work?
well, busted speakers and all, the car is great. thanks again! I just installed my XM radio into it.
...and why don't the two front speakers work?
well, busted speakers and all, the car is great. thanks again! I just installed my XM radio into it.
03-05-2003, 08:15 PM
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Originally posted by zeroday
...and why don't the two front speakers work?
...and why don't the two front speakers work?
They were cutting in and out and I pulled the cable out of the back and cleaned it on Saturday. It was working fine all week.
Sorry about that.
Shawn S
PS… According to the state of PA you got an incredible deal off the “real” value of 4,100 bucks. Can you freaking believe that BS ???
03-05-2003, 08:21 PM
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SHIT, I thought I fixed that.
They were cutting in and out and I pulled the cable out of the back and cleaned it on Saturday. It was working fine all week.
Sorry about that.
Shawn S
PS… According to the state of PA you got an incredible deal off the “real” value of 4,100 bucks. Can you freaking believe that BS ???
SHIT, I thought I fixed that.
They were cutting in and out and I pulled the cable out of the back and cleaned it on Saturday. It was working fine all week.
Sorry about that.
Shawn S
PS… According to the state of PA you got an incredible deal off the “real” value of 4,100 bucks. Can you freaking believe that BS ???
So I guess the prob with the speakers in the connection at the head unit? Any tips on how to fix that? Otherwise the car is awesome. I'm really happy with it. It's pretty entertaining to drive, and you kept it in great shape.
03-05-2003, 08:48 PM
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Originally posted by mdbenge
I thought Shawn broke down and bought a beater for his winter commutes :P
I thought Shawn broke down and bought a beater for his winter commutes :P
Decisions….Decisions
03-05-2003, 09:54 PM
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Originally posted by liquid_x
wheres the hood scoop? i thought the newer rav4s had the hood scoop.
wheres the hood scoop? i thought the newer rav4s had the hood scoop.
The "S" or "sport" gives you two-tone body accents and dark gray fender flares.
I prefer the monochrome color and I don’t like the flares.
They have rubber gaskets where they touch the body and they look like it would be a bitch to clean and keep looking good as the vehicle got older.
You also get tubular roof rack instead of the Black like mine.
The “S” is just an appearance package, it’s the same suspension and engine.
Shawn S
03-05-2003, 10:12 PM
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Dude, I'm SO jealous...but not of the Toyota...of the snow!!! We've got so little, it's sad. Every morning I would shake my fist at the ski and yell "You call yourself a winter?!?!?!" Ok, maybe not...but seeing the snow in your pics makes me sad none the less.
03-05-2003, 10:18 PM
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Originally posted by AcuraFan
Dude, I'm SO jealous...but not of the Toyota...of the snow!!! ...but seeing the snow in your pics makes me sad none the less.
Dude, I'm SO jealous...but not of the Toyota...of the snow!!! ...but seeing the snow in your pics makes me sad none the less.
http://www.acura-cl.com/forums/showt...highlight=snow
03-05-2003, 10:41 PM
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Originally posted by Shawn S
Knock yourself out…….
http://www.acura-cl.com/forums/showt...highlight=snow
Knock yourself out…….
http://www.acura-cl.com/forums/showt...highlight=snow
:P
03-06-2003, 08:57 AM
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Originally posted by KavexTrax
i'm gona have to revoke your Acura only parking sticker/permit/license/sign MISTER!
i'm gona have to revoke your Acura only parking sticker/permit/license/sign MISTER!
I guess I’ll have to get a Toyota one at next years car show.
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03-06-2003, 08:59 AM
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Originally posted by joedokes28
ShawnS,
I can't belive you bought your wife a new car.....my wife isn't allowed to leave the kitchen.
ShawnS,
I can't belive you bought your wife a new car.....my wife isn't allowed to leave the kitchen.
:shakehd: :shakehd: ..... but 
03-06-2003, 10:08 AM
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hey Zeroday, what ya plan on puttin into that integra?
hey Zeroday, what ya plan on puttin into that integra?
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03-06-2003, 10:44 AM
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Originally posted by zeroday
I'm still amazed at the condition the car is in for being 12 years old. Maybe I'll try to buy his CLS from him in 5-6 yrs.
I'm still amazed at the condition the car is in for being 12 years old. Maybe I'll try to buy his CLS from him in 5-6 yrs
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It’s gonna need a good WAX job come spring time though.
I did one coat of Z-2 & Z-6 last Saturday, but the surface is still kind of rough.
The paint is TEN TIMES better quality then what’s on the CL and probably your 350Z too.
Get yourself over to www.zainobros.com ASAP
You should have seen my 91 Legend Coupe when I sold it.
It was 9-years old and had 110,000-miles on it.
Most people thought it was only 2-3 years old.
The dealer only offered 7,800 for a trade on my 2001 CL-S so I sold it privately for 11,500 bucks.
Shawn S
That Rav4 has improved quite a lot! By the way, what's that ugly car next to the RAV4
03-06-2003, 01:18 PM
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Originally posted by Shawn S
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Decisions….Decisions
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Decisions….Decisions
03-06-2003, 10:04 PM
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Originally posted by mrdeeno
Glad I'm still in Brazil where the women are bikini clad and throw themselves at you left and right for 7 nights of Carnaval.
Glad I'm still in Brazil where the women are bikini clad and throw themselves at you left and right for 7 nights of Carnaval.
BTW… I thought they didn’t wear bikini’s in Brazil ? Or at least not the TOPS.
Or don’t you go to “those” type of beaches.
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