Hey everyone! I am a proud new owner of a 2003 aegean blue pearl CL Type-S! I traded my 2002 RSX Type-S which I bought back in August 2001. The RSX was fun, but the CL-S is (substantial!!) Actually, back when I bought the RSX, it was first impression lust, but deep down I really wanted the CL-S. In a way it's a good thing I didn't get the CL-S then as this "final model year 2003” of the CL is the best!! Color matched grill trim (yeah! too much fake chrome before), smoked headlight casings, much better looking tail lights and dual exhaust tips, great wheels, and most idiosyncrasies of 2001-2002 removed, etc.

Anyway, I love my CL-S! Long live its legacy! Here are a few PICS if you're interested

http://www.geocities.com/aegeanbluecls03/new.html

 

Congrats! Gotta love the blue on the CL-S.

Stick or auto?

 

CONGRATS!

6spd?

 

I got the 5-speed sport-shift. OK, OK, before you bite my head off, I have my reasons. Basically, I've been driving sticks for 10 years now, and granted, they have their merit and fun factor, but in everyday commuting (which is not getting any better) a stick is a pain.

I LOVE driving stick, and when $ permit I'd like to have a "weekend blaster" to fly thru the gears with, (like a Honda S2000) but workweek everyday stuff, not anymore

In any case, that's my choice. My CL-S is still a baby (less than 400 miles as of this post) so I haven't pushed her too hard yet. But from initial seat of the pants feel, this car is ready to move! It easily and comfortably merges with other traffic without a hint of effort. I like that! I like the fact this thing is powerful, sophisticated, and elegant at the same time! Elegance... The RSX did NOT have.

 

Hope the auto tran is trouble-free. I don't feel like Honda ever addressed the problem properly. At least it will be covered with warranty. My clutch is not covered (no problems) , how convenient for Honda. Hope you got it at a steal, I don't think they are selling too many automatics now.

 

Congrats now what mods do you want to start with my suggestion Ice-Box, springs and sways with some Konis.

 

I feel I got a solid deal.. $28,185 out the door! Sticker is like 31,050 with destination, so, I think I did OK. Yes, the dealers want to move these cars, and I wanted one!

I pray since it's a 2003 the auto will behave. So far so good. But if not, I know it will be covered!

 

Ditto on the Congrats...

I've been driving sticks for more years than I want to admit. I had an '01 CLS but always missed driving stick, except when commuting. However, I traded it in for an '03 CLS 6sp and no longer miss driving stick... even when commuting... Actually, I find stick to be better in some commute traffic conditions over the auto.

 

Brand new or did you have some mileage on it when you picked it up??

Smitty

 

congrats, you'll love it man

 

Very nice
Welcome to the board

PH

 

welcome to the board and i'll be another to say congrats on your purchase

 

You got a really tight color!!!!


If I had to do it again I'd either get that or I'd get anthracite. Mine is satin silver.


Congrats on your purchase, its one of the best feelings in the world to smell that new leather, and turn the key and fire her up.


Welcome to the board, you'll slowly become addicted to this place!

 

What did they give you for the RSX? and waht was the list on that car?Thanks

 

I have 2 - 2003's. Both autos. One has 17000 miles and the other 11,000 miles. No problem with the transmission. I feel the problem was addressed for the 2003 model. My CL-S is extremely fast with the few mods I have on it. It would give any CL-S stick a pretty good run for the money. You'd have to be pretty good to shift faster than the automatic. Anyway, good choice and enjoy!

 

I drove stick for a while, got talked into getting an auto when I came to the SF area, but now I'm back to shifting my own gears and so far, so good, even in traffic. To each their own, though, as long as the tranny holds out you got a great car for a great deal. And of course a great choice on color! Enjoy!

 

I hope so........ I felt my tranny was okay until it went out at 38k.

 

Enjoy the new ride - get it lowered with 19's and post some pics!

 

Welcome to the 5spd club.

Best of luck with the new car!

 

Congrats and welcome !! No need to apologize for the 5AT, 99% of us have one also. Now get some stuff

 

congrats on the purchase and you choose the best color but beware i have an 03 agean blue cls you will be washing and waxing alot to keep her clean all the time the colors shows almost as much dirt as black but the colors looks great

 

Congratulation on your new CL Type S.

 

Here's some more PICS of my new '03 aegean blue CL-S.
http://www.geocities.com/aegeanbluecls03/new.html

 

I also just bought my first car (2003 cl-s) about a month ago. My boyfriend has an '01 cl-s and his transmission went out yesterday. Does anyone know if the '03 model has fixed these transmission problems or if they will replace your transmission if anything happens in the future?

 

2 CLS? DAMN.....

 

Welcome to the family!!!