Might be changing my mind here... need opinions
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Might be changing my mind here... need opinions
So I have a deposit down on the 09 TSX w/ Technology package, but...
1. The dealership has basically told me they want sticker (which I am unwilling to do)
2. The car with tech and body kit will probably run me around $34k+
I was in the dealership yesterday to inquire (just for fun) about a 2008 TL type S... and the guy goes... now that we can make a deal on!
So... I am looking at a TSX w/ tech for around 34 or a TL type S for 35 or 36 w/ body kit.
Only major difference in technology are XM Weather & USB for ipod (08 TLS only has Aux plug)
But all in all 2k difference seems worth it for all that extra HP...
I NEED OPINIONS... Maybe talk me out of it or agree...
thanks for the help!
1. The dealership has basically told me they want sticker (which I am unwilling to do)
2. The car with tech and body kit will probably run me around $34k+
I was in the dealership yesterday to inquire (just for fun) about a 2008 TL type S... and the guy goes... now that we can make a deal on!
So... I am looking at a TSX w/ tech for around 34 or a TL type S for 35 or 36 w/ body kit.
Only major difference in technology are XM Weather & USB for ipod (08 TLS only has Aux plug)
But all in all 2k difference seems worth it for all that extra HP...
I NEED OPINIONS... Maybe talk me out of it or agree...
thanks for the help!
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Oh and also according to Acura the TL-S only gets 1mpg worse than the new TSX... personally I think thats impossible if you are accelerating fast all the time... but its not drastically different either way.
sounds like you guys all are leaning with me.
sounds like you guys all are leaning with me.
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Originally Posted by yisrael42
Oh and also according to Acura the TL-S only gets 1mpg worse than the new TSX... personally I think thats impossible if you are accelerating fast all the time... but its not drastically different either way.
sounds like you guys all are leaning with me.
sounds like you guys all are leaning with me.
Highway driving may be a whole different story though, but I haven't driven enough of that lately to be able to provide any real data.
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TL-S hands down.
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My better half really likes the TSX, but unless we can get a Tech model for around $31k (will be buying around Christmas of this year), we'll likely go with something else. It's not that I think the TSX is overpriced, I just have issues with paying MSRP for a vehicle unless it's a limited production model or a vehicle in high-demand.
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Oh and also according to Acura the TL-S only gets 1mpg worse than the new TSX... personally I think thats impossible if you are accelerating fast all the time... but its not drastically different either way.
sounds like you guys all are leaning with me.
sounds like you guys all are leaning with me.
TL-S:
Automatic
17/26
Manual
18/27
TSX:
Automatic
21/30
Manual
20/28
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I really love the 09 TSX from what I've seen but based on the deals they are giving on the TL-S, I really just can't see anyone buying a 200 HP car when they could get something that is just as good with M3 power (2005 M3 not the new one) for a little bit more.
I think my decision is made... black on black w/ black tints.
I think my decision is made... black on black w/ black tints.
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If you are not needing to replace right now, I would wait to see what is in store for the future of the TSX. Maybe the next model year, the rumors of a type S TSX will come true....maybe a little improved styling....maybe that's why they made one that looks like a pile of shit for the new generation at the beginning
It would make the improved sub-model (type S, or whatever it may be if they in fact make another sub-model) look amazing...
It would make the improved sub-model (type S, or whatever it may be if they in fact make another sub-model) look amazing...
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TL-S. I believe normally they go for $38k. Now you get the kit as well as $2-3k back in your pocket, that sounds like a good deal to me. May be you can get a further discount too by telling him the 2009 TL is coming soon and the 2008 TL-S will depreciate fast within a year.
By the way, get the 6MT if possible, you will love its power and handling.
CGTSX2004, the TL really shines in fuel economy on the highway, don't be surprised if you see 30mpg on the highway.
By the way, get the 6MT if possible, you will love its power and handling.
CGTSX2004, the TL really shines in fuel economy on the highway, don't be surprised if you see 30mpg on the highway.
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Originally Posted by jwaters943
Just to clarify, the difference is a bit more than 1mpg, especially on Automatic models.
TL-S:
Automatic
17/26
Manual
18/27
TSX:
Automatic
21/30
Manual
20/28
TL-S:
Automatic
17/26
Manual
18/27
TSX:
Automatic
21/30
Manual
20/28
Like I said... not a dramatic difference by any stretch of the imagination... thanks for helping me make my point
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TL-S no question...2X better car.
I'm still kinda for the 09 tsx.
I don't even know if I'd take a 09 tsx over an 08 tsx...but just my opinion.
My friend has a 08 TL-S auto he was getting 30 mpg on highway.
My fiancee and I took our 07 tsx to Pittsburgh last weekend. We were getting 33 mpg.
I would take the TL-S in a hearbeat.
I'm still kinda for the 09 tsx.
I don't even know if I'd take a 09 tsx over an 08 tsx...but just my opinion.
My friend has a 08 TL-S auto he was getting 30 mpg on highway.
My fiancee and I took our 07 tsx to Pittsburgh last weekend. We were getting 33 mpg.
I would take the TL-S in a hearbeat.
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Like I said... not a dramatic difference by any stretch of the imagination... thanks for helping me make my point
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I really believe that if you drive a TLS so as to enjoy the 85 hp difference, the MPG won't be very close. Which begs the question, why would you buy such a car to drive it like a granny just to get mileage?
Lastly, and this is just my opinion, but I really hate the clutch take up on the V-6 cars. There is no feel and the engagement point is too narrow and too high in the travel.
Lastly, and this is just my opinion, but I really hate the clutch take up on the V-6 cars. There is no feel and the engagement point is too narrow and too high in the travel.
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I agree with you about the not driving like a granny... but, I feel that it is a relative difference since I accelerate quickly in the TSX too... so, I'm getting a bit worse mileage now than I "could" be getting.
See what I mean?
See what I mean?
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Originally Posted by yisrael42
I agree with you about the not driving like a granny... but, I feel that it is a relative difference since I accelerate quickly in the TSX too... so, I'm getting a bit worse mileage now than I "could" be getting.
See what I mean?
See what I mean?
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The TL-S is definately a better value after the discount, but the reason it's discounted is because it's becoming an older car and a newer version will be sharing the roads soon so you might look at used first and save up to several thousand dollars. If I had to do over again I'd have looked at used '06 TSXs rather than plop down for a new '07.
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I really believe that if you drive a TLS so as to enjoy the 85 hp difference, the MPG won't be very close. Which begs the question, why would you buy such a car to drive it like a granny just to get mileage?
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Originally Posted by wackura
The TL-S is definately a better value after the discount, but the reason it's discounted is because it's becoming an older car and a newer version will be sharing the roads soon so you might look at used first and save up to several thousand dollars. If I had to do over again I'd have looked at used '06 TSXs rather than plop down for a new '07.
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I really believe that if you drive a TLS so as to enjoy the 85 hp difference, the MPG won't be very close. Which begs the question, why would you buy such a car to drive it like a granny just to get mileage?
Lastly, and this is just my opinion, but I really hate the clutch take up on the V-6 cars. There is no feel and the engagement point is too narrow and too high in the travel.
Lastly, and this is just my opinion, but I really hate the clutch take up on the V-6 cars. There is no feel and the engagement point is too narrow and too high in the travel.
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TL's have been on the road long enough to get an idea of how well they're holding up through 100k miles, I haven't looked that the reliability reports but they're out there somewhere.
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Unless you plan on tracking the car (there are better cars to track anyway), get the TL-S over the TSX. Paying MSRP for an 09 TSX is retarded, there's no way demand will be that high for long imho..
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Do you need the car right now? Can you wait until they start discounting the TSX?
Personally if you like both equally, I would get the TSX bc it is brand new & you can enjoy it for the full 5 year life span. On the other hand, the TL is on it's 5th & final year ... if the new one debuts in the fall & is much better than the current, you may regret getting it.
Personally if you like both equally, I would get the TSX bc it is brand new & you can enjoy it for the full 5 year life span. On the other hand, the TL is on it's 5th & final year ... if the new one debuts in the fall & is much better than the current, you may regret getting it.
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Originally Posted by CiViCKiDD
Unless you plan on tracking the car (there are better cars to track anyway), get the TL-S over the TSX. Paying MSRP for an 09 TSX is retarded, there's no way demand will be that high for long imho..
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Originally Posted by LaZyPiGgY
If I were in your shoes, I wouldn't be here on the TSX forum, I'd be making a thread about my new TL-S on the TL forums.
I would have probably stayed with the TSX but honestly at the close to the same price it just can't compare.