2007+ MERGED THREAD, SPECS ARE NOW ON PAGE 1, POST #1
07-16-2006, 01:49 PM
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I saw it, it is so damn gorgeous I love the new fog lights and the tail lights are hot, TYPE-S 298 HP!!!! The Interior is sort of redone and I love the GRILL WOW!!!
07-16-2006, 02:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Raheel
I saw it, it is so damn gorgeous I love the new fog lights and the tail lights are hot, TYPE-S 298 HP!!!! The Interior is sort of redone and I love the GRILL WOW!!!
07-16-2006, 03:14 PM
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while we wait
while we wait, is there a sided by side comparison of the infinit and tl in regards to features and bells and whistles.
the other thig is has anyone compared the navigation on the tl to the infiiniti as well. eithr have features the other doesn't.......
i had to make this thread my homepage for the day.......we need news
the other thig is has anyone compared the navigation on the tl to the infiiniti as well. eithr have features the other doesn't.......
i had to make this thread my homepage for the day.......we need news
07-16-2006, 03:26 PM
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Originally Posted by jbrichar
while we wait, is there a sided by side comparison of the infinit and tl in regards to features and bells and whistles.
the other thig is has anyone compared the navigation on the tl to the infiiniti as well. eithr have features the other doesn't.......
i had to make this thread my homepage for the day.......we need news
the other thig is has anyone compared the navigation on the tl to the infiiniti as well. eithr have features the other doesn't.......
i had to make this thread my homepage for the day.......we need news
07-16-2006, 03:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Raheel
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07-16-2006, 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by sjkforever
i hate you..........anyway, anyone with info???? i check this forum like every 5 min to see if anyone has the latest info on 07.... COME ON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
07-16-2006, 04:21 PM
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Keep To The Topic
If this thread starts devolving again into a G35 comparison, it will be closed.
You can start a thread on that topic over in Car Talk if you like.
This thread is about the 2007+ Acura TL. Keep to the topic.
By doing so, it will be easier for people to find real information when it becomes available.
Thanks.
You can start a thread on that topic over in Car Talk if you like.
This thread is about the 2007+ Acura TL. Keep to the topic.
By doing so, it will be easier for people to find real information when it becomes available.
Thanks.
07-16-2006, 04:51 PM
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oh no
Originally Posted by albeik
Did actually anyone from this forum went (is going) who can update us with any info? *impatiently waiting*
Does this mean that we will have to wait for rumors of what was shown today as opposed to first hand info or was someone smart enough to not mention they were attending to stay under cover.....
07-16-2006, 06:05 PM
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Well its true.. I found the designers of the Acura Ahead website:
Acura Ahead Website
BWE was recently selected to design the Acura Ahead Press Preview Website.
The website's goal was to promote the Acura MDX and TL Press Preview Event and allow press representatives to register for the event and establish travel arrangements.
The website features online registration functionality and content manager.
Source: http://www.bwe.net/news/81.cfm
Acura Ahead Website
BWE was recently selected to design the Acura Ahead Press Preview Website.
The website's goal was to promote the Acura MDX and TL Press Preview Event and allow press representatives to register for the event and establish travel arrangements.
The website features online registration functionality and content manager.
Source: http://www.bwe.net/news/81.cfm
07-16-2006, 06:52 PM
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Maybe I am missing something here... When I go to http://www.acuraahead.com/ it just takes me to the http://www.acura.com website.
07-16-2006, 07:02 PM
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Originally Posted by albeik
Maybe I am missing something here... When I go to http://www.acuraahead.com/ it just takes me to the http://www.acura.com website.
07-16-2006, 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by A_UFO
Use Google and search for the acuraahead website. Then click on the Cache and you will see the original webpage.
07-16-2006, 07:48 PM
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Maybe we'll get some news tomorrow morning via the Acura Media Newsroom.
07-16-2006, 07:57 PM
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Thanks!...but the TL showed there looks the same?
Originally Posted by albeik
07-16-2006, 08:09 PM
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Somebody pleeeeeease post some news on the '07. I just got back from a trip up the coast in my (aging) 2000 TL thinking I'll come back to some juicy details.
I'm dying here!
(and like many who've posted before me, if it isn't damn hot, G35 here I come)
I'm dying here!
(and like many who've posted before me, if it isn't damn hot, G35 here I come)
07-16-2006, 08:10 PM
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Im not sure if this was posted.. but its the first time I have read this:
"The Acura TL Type-S rumor is $43K"
Source: http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/Web...w8gMK@.f0d114b
If thats the case, I would rather purchase a Supercharger on my 05.
"The Acura TL Type-S rumor is $43K"
Source: http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/Web...w8gMK@.f0d114b
If thats the case, I would rather purchase a Supercharger on my 05.
07-16-2006, 09:04 PM
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I call BS on that rumor. I HIGHLY doubt that Acura would suddenly come out w/a Type-S that is 10 Grand more than the previous years standard model. For comparison, the last Type-S was only 2 Grand more. 10 Grand is BS.
Even an E39 M5 was only about 12 grand more than a 540i 6-spd. And that is an ///M car.
Even an E39 M5 was only about 12 grand more than a 540i 6-spd. And that is an ///M car.
07-16-2006, 09:07 PM
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Originally Posted by sweetride01
I call BS on that rumor. I HIGHLY doubt that Acura would suddenly come out w/a Type-S that is 10 Grand more than the previous years standard model. For comparison, the last Type-S was only 2 Grand more. 10 Grand is BS.
Even an E39 M5 was only about 12 grand more than a 540i 6-spd. And that is an ///M car.
Even an E39 M5 was only about 12 grand more than a 540i 6-spd. And that is an ///M car.
well considering the a-spec is 5gs more then the base model, 43k for a type-s doesn't sound to crazy in that respect....
it also depends on if the type-s has navi or not. because the base price of a TL w/navi is 35k.
a TL a-spec w/navi msrp is about 40k...so 3k more isn't that crazy.
07-16-2006, 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Drunkenmunky23
well considering the a-spec is 5gs more then the base model, 10gs for a type-s doesn't sound to crazy in that respect....
It'll most likely be factory upgraded wheels, tires, suspension, and engine work.
When it comes from the factory built into the cost of the car, you pay a lot less.
Acura should know by now that there are few people willing to pay $43K for an Acura. People would buy the 335i instead, or more prestigious Lexus's or Infiniti's. $43K would completely nullify the concept of the TL, which is a near-luxury car that many can afford. Why do you think it outsells the competition? VALUE FOR MONEY. 43K wouldn't be VALUE FOR THE MONEY compared to the competition.
07-16-2006, 09:24 PM
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Originally Posted by sweetride01
The Type-S won't be an "add-on bodykit", and won't cost for dealer labour.
It'll most likely be factory upgraded wheels, tires, suspension, and engine work.
When it comes from the factory built into the cost of the car, you pay a lot less.
Acura should know by now that there are few people willing to pay $43K for an Acura. People would buy the 335i instead, or more prestigious Lexus's or Infiniti's. $43K would completely nullify the concept of the TL, which is a near-luxury car that many can afford. Why do you think it outsells the competition? VALUE FOR MONEY. 43K wouldn't be VALUE FOR THE MONEY compared to the competition.
It'll most likely be factory upgraded wheels, tires, suspension, and engine work.
When it comes from the factory built into the cost of the car, you pay a lot less.
Acura should know by now that there are few people willing to pay $43K for an Acura. People would buy the 335i instead, or more prestigious Lexus's or Infiniti's. $43K would completely nullify the concept of the TL, which is a near-luxury car that many can afford. Why do you think it outsells the competition? VALUE FOR MONEY. 43K wouldn't be VALUE FOR THE MONEY compared to the competition.
very tru, im not sure. that was just my
. i guess we'll all find out soon enough.
07-16-2006, 10:08 PM
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Originally Posted by sweetride01
The Type-S won't be an "add-on bodykit", and won't cost for dealer labour.
It'll most likely be factory upgraded wheels, tires, suspension, and engine work.
When it comes from the factory built into the cost of the car, you pay a lot less.
Acura should know by now that there are few people willing to pay $43K for an Acura. People would buy the 335i instead, or more prestigious Lexus's or Infiniti's. $43K would completely nullify the concept of the TL, which is a near-luxury car that many can afford. Why do you think it outsells the competition? VALUE FOR MONEY. 43K wouldn't be VALUE FOR THE MONEY compared to the competition.
It'll most likely be factory upgraded wheels, tires, suspension, and engine work.
When it comes from the factory built into the cost of the car, you pay a lot less.
Acura should know by now that there are few people willing to pay $43K for an Acura. People would buy the 335i instead, or more prestigious Lexus's or Infiniti's. $43K would completely nullify the concept of the TL, which is a near-luxury car that many can afford. Why do you think it outsells the competition? VALUE FOR MONEY. 43K wouldn't be VALUE FOR THE MONEY compared to the competition.
The kicker in this case is if they use the 3.5 liter engine to gain those HP instead of tuning improvements to existing 3.2, and if the corporate plan is to migrate from the 3.2 to the 3.5, then the cost delta from Acura's POV is a wash - it's going to be their standard engine. Now it may be detuned in other trims, but this is likely an off-the-shelf design configuration (RL) with minor tweaks.
My only issue with it is I'm not biting unless it has AWD. More low-end torque + FWD = shitty driving experience. A $37k G35 sedan available in November would kick the crap out of that car if it has FWD.
07-16-2006, 10:18 PM
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This is true, and IF it has AWD, which I think has almost been dispelled now, would bring it closer to $43K, but again, I really don't think Acura would find buyers. As another example, in ~2001, you could get a 530i for $35k, and that car speaks quality and handling, not to mention brand reputation.
I guess we'll have to wait until tomorrow to find out, as people (if any) who took spy pics today will be pshopping them and contacting the likes of vtec.net in order to sell them tomorrow.
I guess we'll have to wait until tomorrow to find out, as people (if any) who took spy pics today will be pshopping them and contacting the likes of vtec.net in order to sell them tomorrow.
07-17-2006, 12:31 AM
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okay it's 1:30 am ET and this will be my last time today that i check this thread.....feel like a loser for checking this thread every hour or so but hey i have been looking forward to this since the beginning of the week....now HOPEFULLY we'll have some info tomm......good nite everyone