juniorbean

iTrader: (5)

Looks like the TL won't be getting it (right away anyway), but the CL looks confirmed for the 2002 model....
http://www.competitionpress.com/news...nb34768nc10629



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unclefroggy

Outstanding. The only question is how do we let Acura know that WE WANT A MANUAL TLS?

juniorbean

iTrader: (5)

I don't know Maybe write a letter to Acura / Honda of America?

Guest

We should have everyone (as many as posible)to sign a petition or request form asking for 6 speed manual on future ('03 and up) TL_TypeS. Then foward or send it to Acura Headquarter in US or Japan. The form could be in any format, but I think web base is the best, since a lot of people go online now, it easier and quicker too ( not to mention, it will be easier to tranfer the database too)

Just my 2cents

unclefroggy

I want it on the 2002 TLS (available fall 2001), not a year later!!!! The AutoWeek article seems to suggest that is possible. That should be our goal.

BlackShadow

I am pretty sure that Acura will put a 6-speed in the TL-S soon. Remember that the CL came out first then the TL. Then the CL-S came out then the TL-S. Get the point? So since the CL(S) is getting the 6-speed then the TL(S) will get it soon too. JMO.

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FlyingPig

I guess I won't be trading my TL-S in after just 6 month.

unclefroggy

What fraction of new TLS buyers do you think would prefer a 6 speed manual over the automatic?

My guess is that a stick would win over many BMW and Audi customers...

oracion

Probably I'd consider that if I were still in my early 20's.

unclefroggy

Actually, I'm 51 and very much want a stick. My current car is a Mercedes SLK230 with an auto, and basically, it is no fun to drive. My car before that was a Maxima SE with a stick, which was great fun.

I'm not sure age is the deciding factor, but rather how (and whether) you like to drive.

Just my 2 cents.

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s2ktaxi

I won't buy a TL unless it has a manual transmission. Honda is going the wrong way with the sportshift (inability to hold 1st, the torque converter lockup threshold is too large (>500rpm)).

mikester

Yeah, but the CLS came out an entire year before the TLS, so if you follow the same timetable, then the TLS won't get a manual until fall '02.

8ball

I had to look long and hard to find a 5 speed manual when I bought my 90 Maxima SE. Wouldn't even consider an auto. Eleven years later, I'm looking forward to an auto TL-S. The SS and 260hp will suit me fine.

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eztider

Nah, I don't really want a stick in my -S. My last car, which I drove for ten years, had a stick and I was ready for a car in which I could drink a cup of coffee and drive at the same time. I like the idea of having the SS for times when I really need to feel like I'm doing something other than just relaxing and enjoying the car.



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