2007+ MERGED THREAD, SPECS ARE NOW ON PAGE 1, POST #1
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Originally Posted by Ben74
What exactly does "Significant minor" change mean? Is that like jumbo shrimp or Microsoft Works?
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So, they're basically saying "major refresh".
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Originally Posted by supernoman
From vtec.net
TL
A significantly upgraded TL will debut in fall 2006. Additional information regarding the TL will become available on 9/1/06.
* Significant minor model change
* Powertain enhancements
* Restyled exterior
* New interior refinements
* Additional technology features
Nothing new but at least there's a date for the official news release.
TL
A significantly upgraded TL will debut in fall 2006. Additional information regarding the TL will become available on 9/1/06.
* Significant minor model change
* Powertain enhancements
* Restyled exterior
* New interior refinements
* Additional technology features
Nothing new but at least there's a date for the official news release.
See you punks in september, i've gotta take a break from this thread LOL
#1403
Originally Posted by Ben74
What exactly does "Significant minor" change mean? Is that like jumbo shrimp or Microsoft Works?
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Originally Posted by Ben74
What exactly does "Significant minor" change mean? Is that like jumbo shrimp or Microsoft Works?
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Originally Posted by Repecat
Yep, kinda like military intelligence. When one doesn't have anything of significance to say, just obfuscate with oxymorons. Works every time. lol
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#1407
alright finally some substantial info on the new 07........hope the more tech stuff includes ventilated seats, reverse camera, and fog lights on lower bumper........if these all come true, i'll trade in my 05 for 07.........hmmm.....wonder how that will work though.....currently in lease.....wonder if i have to put another down payment and more monthly payment.........
#1409
look put it this way people...just expect a small price increase in MSRP, minor exterior mods, minor interior mods, upgraded techs (e.i. bluetooth, nav, and sat. radio), new colors, and maybe different wheels. Type S? I thought the TL was gona go through a complete redesign in 08 or 09? Does it make sence to come out with one now? I mean I can be totally wrong but to me it seems to compete either Acura needs to seriously upgrade the current TL or just come out with a new one...
#1410
Originally Posted by dampfnudel
Jeff from VTEC forgot to mention the significant excitement now being felt by Acura dealers who will be charging MSRP or close to it for the '07 based on this "Significant minor model change".
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Damn, another month of modding this thread with reposts of snippets of speculation. ![Why Me](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/whyme.gif)
Just kidding.![Big Grin](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
Hey, at least we got a LITTLE info. I wish real Acura execs or those in the know would scoop us, the biggest TL site, instead of the TOV.
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Just kidding.
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Hey, at least we got a LITTLE info. I wish real Acura execs or those in the know would scoop us, the biggest TL site, instead of the TOV.
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Damn Talked to one of the Acura Regional Reps, and sure seems like I am gonna love that new engine lol I cant say anything else his ass will be toast! but Just know the Type-S will make your mouth Drool, I am really gonna have a hard time deciding between it and the 07 TL!
#1416
Originally Posted by krio
Yes, quite exotic!! People look at the TL with open mouth...
I have got a Black night hawk TL, and 2 months ago I ordered and installed the bumpers and the front of the A-spec + wheels Kosey 18". Now it looks simply great!
The shipping from Savannah costs with only 1 car in the container 2500$, with 2 cars the half cost. I had never seen a TL "live" until mine...
I have got a Black night hawk TL, and 2 months ago I ordered and installed the bumpers and the front of the A-spec + wheels Kosey 18". Now it looks simply great!
The shipping from Savannah costs with only 1 car in the container 2500$, with 2 cars the half cost. I had never seen a TL "live" until mine...
Wow, that really sounds like some TL krio. I don't have anything special on mine, except a spoiler, but it's pretty sharp in silver. I'm sure you will like the A-spec look now that you have it.
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#1417
Originally Posted by Mike_TX
Yes. The dealer gets a little "bonus" money from Honda (or whomever) for financing your purchase through them. And the dealer can also slot you in a higher interest rate if you're not careful, so pay attention to that.
This is also true in a lease, BTW, where you not only have to negotiate the price, the term and the mileage, but also the money factor (interest rate). A lot of people assume the rate is fixed, but that ain't the case at all!
This is also true in a lease, BTW, where you not only have to negotiate the price, the term and the mileage, but also the money factor (interest rate). A lot of people assume the rate is fixed, but that ain't the case at all!
That's what I thought they were doing. The dealers seem to have a dozen different ways to adjust price, LOL. I never thought about them doing that on a lease either. Very sneaky indeed. And I'll just have to be extra careful when negotiating. One way or another, it will come out to something they will accept. So I figure I'll just try to get as close as I can with multple prices from different dealers and hope for the best.
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For all the people that are interested in the 07 TL, keep the 07 G35 in mind too
http://www.capitalnews9.com/content/...33&ArID=187147
http://www.capitalnews9.com/content/...33&ArID=187147
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Originally Posted by Raheel
Damn Talked to one of the Acura Regional Reps, and sure seems like I am gonna love that new engine lol I cant say anything else his ass will be toast! but Just know the Type-S will make your mouth Drool, I am really gonna have a hard time deciding between it and the 07 TL!
#1420
LOL on the update today! Hey, at least we got a little info from Acura. Not totally what I hoped for but better than none...... Interesting how they gave out a little info, then told everone to wait until 9/1. Maybe they need to sell more 06's. Sooo, 30 days to go
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I'm guessing the price will help your decision. $40K, and I'll go fo last years RL.
Originally Posted by Raheel
Damn Talked to one of the Acura Regional Reps, and sure seems like I am gonna love that new engine lol I cant say anything else his ass will be toast! but Just know the Type-S will make your mouth Drool, I am really gonna have a hard time deciding between it and the 07 TL!
#1422
Originally Posted by Raheel
Damn Talked to one of the Acura Regional Reps, and sure seems like I am gonna love that new engine lol I cant say anything else his ass will be toast! but Just know the Type-S will make your mouth Drool, I am really gonna have a hard time deciding between it and the 07 TL!
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Originally Posted by ludachrisvt
I thought it was "mid model change"
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not minor model change. man there are some idiots in here. they would not say significant if it is minor
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Originally Posted by Infamous425
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not minor model change. man there are some idiots in here. they would not say significant if it is minor
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Hey I'm no idiot. I also thought that it meant "mid model change" - but on vtec.net they just said "minor model change" which also abbreviates to MMC, and means the same thing.
You're an idiot if you can't figure THAT out.
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Originally Posted by TLFun
Wow, that really sounds like some TL krio. I don't have anything special on mine, except a spoiler, but it's pretty sharp in silver. I'm sure you will like the A-spec look now that you have it. ![Too Cool](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/toocool.gif)
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Originally Posted by infamous425
it is mid model change.
not minor model change. man there are some idiots in here. they would not say significant if it is minor
not minor model change. man there are some idiots in here. they would not say significant if it is minor
Originally Posted by sweetride01
Hey I'm no idiot. I also thought that it meant "mid model change" - but on vtec.net they just said "minor model change" which also abbreviates to MMC, and means the same thing.
You're an idiot if you can't figure THAT out.
You're an idiot if you can't figure THAT out.
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#1428
Originally Posted by krio
What do you think, the minor changes of the TL 2007 will be similar to the changes of the TSX restyling 2006? I mean: 2\3 more colors, new front grill, new wheels, and a new shape for the steering wheel, different gauges colors, and a "new" instrumental panel?
for example the 2G refresh was: headlights, front bumper, taillights, and probably some other stuff i didnt notice
for the 3G, im not sure if they would change the headlights cuz they look pretty good as they are (maybe make them black housing?), but maybe change the front bumper(?), probably mirror signal (i wonder if they'll get rid of hte sidemarker), fog lights in the bumper, and the taillights will most likely be different. they probably wont do too much else. but who knows.
either way its too soon for me to start drooling over the refresh, i'd rather wait for the '09s come out before any notions of trading my car in begin. haha
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#1429
I am curious if anyone has heard anything specific about a change to the iPod connection. Saw a post earlier that it was rumored to change. Would really like to see something other than a $400 dealer install option. But, I do like the idea of it being in the Glove Compartment, just for aethetics, instead of a cable or something coming out of audio system.
#1430
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From my observation the 2G refresh was new -head/tail lights -front bumper -fenders -Type-S performance -wheels -slight interior upgrades.
and that is what i expect from Acura for the 07-08 TL's but who knows with todays market its much more competitive than before, so they can go farther than what they did with the 2G
and that is what i expect from Acura for the 07-08 TL's but who knows with todays market its much more competitive than before, so they can go farther than what they did with the 2G
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Originally Posted by BBoz
I am curious if anyone has heard anything specific about a change to the iPod connection. Saw a post earlier that it was rumored to change. Would really like to see something other than a $400 dealer install option. But, I do like the idea of it being in the Glove Compartment, just for aethetics, instead of a cable or something coming out of audio system.
Nice visual/touchscreen based Ipod integration will not happen anytime soon. Ipod keeps changing thier proprietary standards. The best you'll get out of Acura is the Musiclink.
#1432
2007 TL Minor model change
Originally Posted by chriscam19
i am saving up to buy a TL. I like the 2006 style but have to save up more money. unfortuanelty when i save up enough money it will probably be 2007. my question is does anyone know if the 2007 will look like the 2006 or will there be a different design for 2007?
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Hey chris
I work for an Acura deler in NJ , but I have heard things and seen some confirmations on vtec.net. The models are on a 6 year cycle (before a complete redesign) and now that the 4th year of the TL is about to happen, the model is getting an MMC (minor model change) which happens every 3 years on Acuras.
The styling is going to be refreshed, though I have yet to see any pics or spy shots.
Rumors are that the car will get the J35 engine which will put out between 260 and 300 hp (in order to be competitive with the output of the G35 sedan). It will have powertrain improvements too, but I doubt it will be AWD until the redesign in 2009. They will probably add some interior features or change them look of the wheels a tad. Hope this helps.
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Check out the picture of 07 "TL's" to be exported to China.
First row...2nd , 3rd and 4th car have unigue headlights and side molding. Almost look like RL's.
Any other observations ??
First row...2nd , 3rd and 4th car have unigue headlights and side molding. Almost look like RL's.
Any other observations ??
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Originally Posted by sradbims76
Hey chris
I work for an Acura deler in NJ , but I have heard things and seen some confirmations on vtec.net. The models are on a 6 year cycle (before a complete redesign) and now that the 4th year of the TL is about to happen, the model is getting an MMC (minor model change) which happens every 3 years on Acuras.
The styling is going to be refreshed, though I have yet to see any pics or spy shots.
Rumors are that the car will get the J35 engine which will put out between 260 and 300 hp (in order to be competitive with the output of the G35 sedan). It will have powertrain improvements too, but I doubt it will be AWD until the redesign in 2009. They will probably add some interior features or change them look of the wheels a tad. Hope this helps.
I work for an Acura deler in NJ , but I have heard things and seen some confirmations on vtec.net. The models are on a 6 year cycle (before a complete redesign) and now that the 4th year of the TL is about to happen, the model is getting an MMC (minor model change) which happens every 3 years on Acuras.
The styling is going to be refreshed, though I have yet to see any pics or spy shots.
Rumors are that the car will get the J35 engine which will put out between 260 and 300 hp (in order to be competitive with the output of the G35 sedan). It will have powertrain improvements too, but I doubt it will be AWD until the redesign in 2009. They will probably add some interior features or change them look of the wheels a tad. Hope this helps.
Hey! Wait! it wasen't a 5 year cycle? TL III generation: September 2003-04-05-06 (restyling)-07- September 2008 (all new model called "2009")??
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Elvis - those are RL's. That's probably just a pic of cars to be shipped as opposed to cars being exported to China...unless they're getting the RL, too.
krio - 5 year cycle, that's right...3G = 04, 05, 06, 07, 08 models, with sales beginning the September/October of the prior year. 2G was 99-03.
krio - 5 year cycle, that's right...3G = 04, 05, 06, 07, 08 models, with sales beginning the September/October of the prior year. 2G was 99-03.
#1437
Originally Posted by elvisdogtl
Check out the picture of 07 "TL's" to be exported to China.
First row...2nd , 3rd and 4th car have unigue headlights and side molding. Almost look like RL's.
Any other observations ??
First row...2nd , 3rd and 4th car have unigue headlights and side molding. Almost look like RL's.
Any other observations ??
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Designed, developed and assembled in the United States, the sporty TL is the number one selling Acura model in the U.S., and will be sold alongside the top-of-the-line RL luxury sedan.
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Originally Posted by paskalicky
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Originally Posted by krio
What do you think, the minor changes of the TL 2007 will be similar to the changes of the TSX restyling 2006? I mean: 2\3 more colors, new front grill, new wheels, and a new shape for the steering wheel, different gauges colors, and a "new" instrumental panel?
That's kind of what I was thinking, but I just saw pictures of TL's that are being shipped to China from the U.S. at
http://www.motortrend.com/features/a..._export_china/
It's actually hard to spot any major differences. The front has some new holes under the grill. If you look at the larger holes on the left and right of the front, you will see a thin horizontal painted seperator that is added that is not on the 2006. The side mirrors look closer to the car as well. I'm not seeing really much of a difference other than that. Maybe there's more, but it's not easily visible.
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The article says they are TL's. Also if you hover your mouse pointer over that picture it will say, "2007 Acura TL Finished Vehicles Ready For Export". At least it does under Win XP. Other versions of windows may not do that.. When I clicked on the picture for a higher resolution shot, they appear to be TL's. So hope that's them
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