TSXy Luster

haha I remember when I asked the sales guy that I wanted to keep my car's sticker label thingy and he was all surprised and asked, "really??"

The more I read about the ILX, the more disappointed I am in it. Makes the TSX look like the best value ever. I agree the ILX is more a cutesy chick's car, which is why they copied the IS because most princesses all get IS250s for their first car.

TrojanTSX

Michelin had a plant until 2010 in Japan:

Plans to cease tyre production at Michelin’s factory in Ota, Japan were announced on January 15. Upon giving word of the July 2010 end of passenger car and light truck tyres at the Gunma Prefecture site, Michelin explained that, despite taking measures to improve productivity, reduce production costs and, since 2007, refocus on the production of ‘complex products’, production costs at the Ota plant have remained around twice as high as those of other plants serving that tyre segment.
Despite the end of tyre production in Ota, Michelin says it will “continue to develop its operations and expand its presence in Japan and the Asia Pacific region, notably through its research and development programs in Ota, its sales operations throughout the country and its activities at Nihon Michelin Tire Co Ltd. headquarters in Tokyo.”

So the 2009 is still 100%

TrojanTSX

Both are the 4 cyl.

TrojanTSX

I think people are confused between assembled in Japan vs all of the parts being 100% Japanese.

I think all TSX from 2010 and up are 85% Japanese with final assembly in Japan. That does not mean it is 100% Japanese like what they used to be.

My 2009 is 100% made and assembled in Japan. My 2011 has 85% Japanese parts and final assembly in Japan.

TrojanTSX

You maybe assembled in Japan but are not 100% Japanese anymore. 15% of your parts have come from foreign company in reference to Japan.

iamitman

Two main parts of the car are from Japan and other 85% is as well and it is assembled in Japan. Good enough for me.

TrojanTSX

No prob! I was just stating a fact and not trying to sound like a jerk.

Its like when people get confused on how fast a car is vs how quick a car is.

BigD411s

Just looked at the ILX online, it dosen't do anything for me, kinda looks like a Mazda 3

TSXKid2010

On a similar note, Acura is debuting the RLX Concept at the NewYork Autoshow.

Acura_Dude

PyroDave

true story, we were trying to setup a meet before, i'll have to find that thread later. for anyone that wants to meet/go, i'll be going during the first weekend because idk if i'll be home for the weekend of the 15th

TSXKid2010

Take plenty of pictures!

mrstak

iTrader: (1)

damn it pyro...i'm gonna be there the last day with killerG and some friends. anyway you could switch up the weekends?

PyroDave

where the fuck did you plan that bullshit? douchebags... how bout toby, slick, vortexblue, moaar, tjay, samace, whoever else was supposed to go...? thought we were gonna roll by javitz center with like 10 TSX's

im definitely going on the 6th, i may come up the next weekend, but not sure

KillerG

Stak txts me about his poops so we planned it over the bowl

Thats like the only day I can go Pyro because my finals end the Thursday prior and Sunday is when I can make it over

PyroDave

you have finals the second week of april...? BS i have them first week of may, and thats early

KillerG

youre also a super smart pharmacist man

we rock trimesters here in amateur school so our next semester ends in mid april

PyroDave

dont remind me. i hate this place. FUCK YOU 20 credits and maintaining a 3.5+

KillerG

do you have maintain a GPA?
are you in undergrad portion still of a combined program?

Im just like failing all my courses and killing all my patients over here and nobody says anything

PyroDave

yea, im a first year. i got 2 undergrad and 4 professional years, i stay in the program without reapplying if i maintain a GPA, and after 6 years, i get a Doctorate

KillerG

AW. SO YOUNG.

Hang in there. Take it seriously though. I have seen many a colleague, medical/dental/nursing, come into college in an accelerated program and take for granted the opportunity they've received. I know the retention statistics and the sad fact is that too many students get complacent and get removed from their programs,

Take it seriously, work hard, and reap the benefits in your later years. I know it sucks when you have to keep a 3.5+ freshman year when it seems like everyone is getting crunk and having fun, but believe me, ive seen what becomes of those people, and its not pretty

Rock on bro

mrstak

iTrader: (1)

i think kg mentioned that it's too hard to coordinate with sooooo many people. plus parking would be a bitch if everyone drove. it's too hard to try to have everyone meet there...his better suggestion (which he is also bailing on) was maybe grabbing food afterwards or meeting up at menlo but i don't know.

this is true. i do text him when i'm on my ivory throne (its the only time i think of him. cuz you know...my shit is brown, he's brown...get it?)...but planning wise was very impromptu...it was basically, "when you going" "15th" "okay see you there" lol

On The Run

This is wonderful advice for any young professional. I've seen this phenomenon as well.... in art college.

"Why is everyone having fun but me" syndrome can effect even those of us in "easy school"

Pakjk

Anyone know when the ilx is coming out? I was trying to get a tsx SE during that awkward time where they have both cars but the tsx won't sell because the ilx is so new and popular.

benben01

Unless you are intrigued by the ILX, it's not going to make much of a difference. I have seen the ILX from hybrid to 6 spd manual, and I don't think it will do much to the TSX sales. The question you have to ask yourself is this... Is that potential/possible discount/rebate worth the wait vs. getting the car now and enjoying it? If you are paying cash, the possible extra $1K you can save may be worth the 30-60 day wait. However, if you are financing, it doesn't make much of a difference over a typical 36-60 month loan. Just food for thought young Jedi...

ceb

In addition, the ILX is aimed at a different demographic - those people who want a gussied up Civic.

While it is conceivable that the TSX is dropped and the ILX becomes the new entry level Acura, that does not mean that the TSX will lose its appeal to people shopping for a car in that size. I also see no reason why the TSX would drop in value. Like I said earlier, an outgoing model drops in value when it is replaced by the same car with new features i.e., the 2011 TL dropped in value when new as soon as the 2012 TLs hit the lots. The new TLs had the 6 speed auto tranny and the redesign - two good reasons that dated the 2011 instantly. The 2011 TSXs, OTOH, didn't take a substantial hit when the 2012's arrived because there was little or no difference.

LaCostaRacer

^ I really hope the TSX stays in the lineup- that's the only new car (from Acura) I would consider if my 3G were to get totaled or stolen.

deepen03

you mean ILX, TLX and RLX

deepen03

who cares? as long as most of the main stuff is from Japan.. i'm happy.
yup.. true..

deepen03

true.

WheelMcCoy

Just some random thoughts about the ILX ...

Some drivers preferred the smaller 1st gen TSX over the 2nd gen TSX. Perhaps the smaller ILX will fill that need?

The ILX also needs a sportback in its line-up. Not a hatchback, but a 5 door sportback as in the Audi A5 or A7. Hatches can be hot, but sportbacks look more upscale to me.

And the TSX Wagon? Perhaps Acura can move it up to the TLX Wagon and put in a V6.

NwTSXmt

my made in america Vette, has had zero issues compared to my TSX...Vette is ran/driven alot harder than the grocery getter...just stating the facts...not old stereo types which dont apply any more....

GrigioTSX10

Mine was assembled in Japan as well, 2010 leftover purchased 4/11. Believe it or not, only 8 miles on the car and it was parked in the showroom. I did find out, however, that someone activated the satellite radio early because it cut off in June! The car arrived 12/10 at the dealer, so it had to be activated then.

In regard to the ILX, I saw it at the NYC auto show and I was NOT impressed. The car looks smaller than the TSX is, and the downgrade in power makes it seem like an upmarket economy car vs. the entry level sport/luxury vehicle the TSX is marketed as.

TrojanTSX

If the TSX does stay I want to know how much more power it will get since the ILX has a 201hp option.

Universe93B

Those old stereotypes don't apply for the most part anymore, but looks like I'm not alone when I prefer a car made in Japan. They sure know about quality control and the fit and finish is very nice.

Different countries are just known to make different things. For America, it's military hardware and technology (fighter jets, ships, aircraft carriers, tanks, MRAPs) and they are just well built and more reliable than the rest of the world. For cars, one made in Japan still wins.

damaged442

IMO, the TSX is sexy as hell and the ILX is the exact opposite end of the spectrum. There are so many styling issues I have with the ILX...
When you see a TSX, you know it's a TSX. When I see the ILX...meh. I'm just not impressed. I can't see the ILX replacing the TSX, and even if it does, in it's present look and configuration, I will never own one.

GrigioTSX10

+1

I would buy an American TRUCK in a second, but I owned a Chrysler in the past so no more American cars for me...

thunderbt3

Looks like the TSX name will be going away...

http://acuraconnected.com/2012/05/15...g-conventions/

From the link:
2) A recognizable naming pattern will improve model identification and awareness. Acura’s sedans will all share an “LX” suffix, while the truck lineup will have “DX,” and the NSX rounds out the family as the sporty long awaited supercar that we’re all excited for. In this way, Vicki said, each type of vehicle that Acura offers will share a unified naming convention that brings a sense of belonging. In a world full of acronyms, I agree that this consistent direction will help simplify the “alphabet soup” that we’ve become so accustomed to among luxury car manufacturers and their model names.

anton1974

OMG. That is retarded.

Count me as one who likes a name, not all these stupid letters. They shoulda called it the Integra. What's wrong with that name?

Or they could have called it the WARAD, for 'we are retarded and dumb'.

opboarding

That article is full of shit. It's of like when people try to explain modern/abstract art.

barf