I didn't get the spoiler, and have never had the urge to get it. I think there are very few sedans that look good w/ spoilers and the TL isn't one of them.

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2002 Aegean Blue TL-S w/Navi
Chrome CL-S wheels, H&R OE springs, tint, K&N drop-in

2000 VW Passat Wagon

 

Don't have one and will not get one. the clean look is awesome and also, no need for the extra poundage. On my 93 Integra LS sedan, I had a spoiler from Wings West and it was ripped off. Well, from that day on, I had 4 holes on my trunk and hated it.

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Those who know, don't talk.

 

I wanted the clean look, so I got it just slightly lowered.
Then I got wheels and tires.
Then I got the bodykit ($870 or so self installed)
Yesterday i just got the spoiler($740 oem, installed from dealer after tax)

I obviously didn't know what the hell I wanted. But, I'm happy.

 

I got the spoiler because it look a lot sportier than the plain look. I am not sure if you purchase your TLS already, but if you didn't negoiate with dealer while buying the car. I did it with my dealer and he was willing to put the rear spoiler for free. However, like Closer said I thought I will be happy with just the spoiler, but the bodykit looks really tempting and at the end, I ordered it from this site.

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2002 Black on Black TL TypeS
Http://www.geocities.com/typesdragon

 

I bought the WW Lip spoiler. I like the flush mount better then the factory. If you wanted a factory spoiler, you could just get it from here.... I think it's less then $350 painted. You could then have your dealer install it for less then $100.....



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1998 Iced Blue CL 3.0
Mods: * PIAA Superwhite Headlights ** Rabrig Superwhite corners ** PIAA 1100x Superwhite fogs ** Clear Bumpers (finally) ** tinted windows (20% rear / 35% rest) ** Weapon-R F1 Carbon Intake ** (NOW FOR SALE!!)

Moderator - 1st Gen and Car Talk Forum @ www.acura-cl.com

 

The combo of the factory spoiler & the factory body kit gives the car better looks.

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2000 3.2TL Nighthawk Black/Ebony/Navigation/ Optional Factory Chrome Multi Spoke 16" Wheels/Factory Underbody Kit/Factory Spoiler/Moonroof Visor/Factory 6-CD Changer/Trunk Mat/Factory Black Wheel Well Trim/Clifford IG8000 Alarm System w/add-ons/51% Tint/Weathertech Floormats /Michelin Arcctic Alpin Winter Tires on Stock Wheels/Factory Car Cover/Factory Gold Emblems Grille & Exhaust Tips

 

No spoiler now, and no wish to get one. Love the sharp and smooth look.

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2002 TL Type S w/o Navi
Diamond White Pearl
Parchment Interior

 

The spoiler doesn't look good on the TL. There are few sedans out there right now that have the sharp clean look of the TL. The spoiler "spoils" it, in my opinion. Now if it was a WRX, I would definately get it. They seem to look good on sedans with a rally look and the TL doesn't have that look. Another thing to think about is that I have heard that the spoilers are often stolen. I'm not sure if there is an aftermarket for them or if its simply vandalizm.

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Seadog drives:
2000 TL non nav
Taffeta White

 

I know this has been asked before, but I'd like some fresh input. Now that you've had your TLS for a while, do you wish you had added a spoiler? Or alternatively, if you have one, do you wish you didn't bother? I'm having trouble deciding whether the clean look or sporty look would appeal to me more. I would like to differentiate the car in some way. I'm only interested in the official Acura spoiler. My dealer quoted me $799 installed.

thanks folks

 

I like mine, would do it again. If I had it to do again I might be tempted to go with the flush mount.

 

So far (1 week) I am glad that I did not get the spoiler, I really like the clean look. BUT, I am seriously considering the body kit. The dealer could do better than 799 on the spoiler.

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- Nick
2002 Type S (Satin Silver)
1990 Eagle Talon tsi awd (barely stock)

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I like the spoiler and had it installed. Some people like it and some people don't. It's a matter of personal preference. I think enjoying the TL matters the most whether you get the spoiler or not.

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2002 Satin Silver TL-S Nav

 

I personally don't like spoilers on any street cars. They are non-functional. A well designed car shouldn't need these types of accessories. I don't want my car in the same category as an a tricked out boy-racer Honda Civic.

 

I got the Acura underbody kit and MUGEN 3 piece trunk ducktail spoiler. I like it because it was already prepainted. I didn't like that fact that there are 2 brake lights when you put the rear Acura trunk spoiler. Even though the inside light is disconnected. It seems like an afterthought. Just my opinion.

One other thing, Had to take off the TL-S badge since the spoiler goes around it.

Anyways I like it.

2002 TL-S

Nighthawk Black Pearl
Non Navi
Underground body kit
Mugen 3pc trunk spoiler
Tint

 

You guys at least got a lip spoiler and that does help to break the air flow at the trunk lid, and reduce lift. That little bump is very cool and should work.

 

In my opinion, I like the clean look better. But if you want the bodykit, then you need to get a spoiler to finish the sporty look.

I'm just going to get Comptech springs and later on add tweeters to the system.

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2002 TL TYPE S
SATIN SILVER/EBONY w/NAVI
BIRTHDAY: June 8, 2002
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Originally I wanted a spoiler, but I don't any more. I think it looks better w/o one and I could spend money better on other things.

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'02 TL-S WDP/Parchment NAV

 

I think the TL-S looks better and more original without the spoiler.

With the OEM spoiler, the car looks kinda like an Honda Accord or Civic, cuz most of them have rear spoiler.

But, if you are really tempted to get one, I suggest get it with the body kit. The combo make the car look different than the Accord or Civic.

BTW, if you have snow in your place, snow can get stocked between the spoiler and the car.

------------------[*]2002 TL-S Satin Silver Canadian model[*]50%-35% Tint[*]Ebony wood kit from snook789

 

Again another opinion, but I think the spoiler dresses up a rather bland back end. This is purely a personal taste issue.

 

I have a '00TL with a spoiler and love the way it looks. I also have a '02TL-S with no spoiler and love the way it looks also. The spoiler makes the car look completely different. Not worse or better IMO, but just different. If ur having doubts, just look at some pics, or better yet go with no spoiler at first, and if u feel like the car is lacking, u can always add one. On the other hand, if u get it and dont like it, u cant take it off cuz of the drilled holes in the trunk. Best bet is to probably drive around and find one on the street with a spoiler and see if u like how it looks. Pics often don't do it justice.

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'02 Nighthawk TL-S
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Comptech Springs / Comptech Headers / Mille Miglia Action 17x8 Rims with Bridgestone Potenza RE730's 235/45/17 tires
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Alpine CVA-1005 Head Unit / Alpine CDA-7863 CD Player / Alpine G320 EQ / Alpine DVA-5205 DVD / Alpine NVE-N851A Navi / JL Audio XR653-CS 3-Way comps for the front powered by a bridged Alpine MRV-F407 amp / Boston Acoustics 5.5 ProSeries 2-Way comps for the rear powered by Alpine MRV-1002 amp / Dual 10" JL Audio W-6 sub powered by Alpine MRV-1005 amp / Two Alpine CHA-1214 CD Changers / 20% Tint all-around

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'00 Nighthawk TL
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Aem Short Ram / Comptech Sway Bars / Comptech Springs / Cross-Drilled Rotors / Pirelli SP7000 Tires / 35% Tint all-around
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Pics of my TL and Fun/Crazy Pics

 

I like the spoiler!



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Jeremy
2002 Satin Silver w/Navi

 

I prefer the spoiler. Since I'm not going with the body kit, I wanted to get the spoiler to personalize a little...

 

Bought the spoiler unpainted from this site....Paid 154 with shipping and another 200 to have it painted and installed at my body shop.

Looks good at half the price.

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2002 Acura TL-S Aegean Blue with Factory Spoiler and Ebony Wood Kit.

 

Clean, clean, clean!!!

No spoiler; They're cliche and rather embarrasing (does anyone think they do more than add weight?). No bodykit; The TL already has slab-like sides. It doesn't need more metal between the windows and road, and it certainly doesn't need another visual cut-line.

In my humble opinion, of course...

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David

Black-on-Black non-NAV 2000

 

I vote..

YES on spoiler, and

YES on body kit.

IMHO, a sedan w/o spoiler or body kit looks very sedated. All the TLs or TL-Ss w/o spoiler or body kit that I have seen are driven by older generations.

BTW, I have a before/after shots of my car before body kits+spoiler and after in my website for those interested.

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Y2K SiLVeR TL, non-navi
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