Pretty new to AZ, but just wanted some Ideas/suggestions on "What should I do to my bone stock TL?"

I've had this car for about 5 years now... and thought about selling it for a type-s modal or a Subi wrx, but my parents didn't want a type-s or sell the car. Lol... so i'm pretty much stuck with this car.

Just wanted some ideas on how to make the exterior of my 05 Acura TL look nice with out making it look riced out haha, but I had my own thoughts about putting a full A-spec kit, tint windows, add type-s tail lights, and also adding a 07 base front end conversion. I already some type of chrome rims on it not sure what they're called or if they're oem rims.

Here is a picture of my TL, sorry it's not a full car picture never had the time of taking pictures of it.

 

Sounds like you already have your future mod list planned out.

Honestly though, not everybody has the same "to do" list for their cars. That being said, your question "What should I do to my bone stock TL?" is very broad. What are your goals? What do you want to achieve from modding your car?

 

I think you have a great list. Maybe not in that order, but it's definitely a good plan.

 

Yeah not in that order. Just some ideas i got from looking at other TL's on AZ. I'm Just getting tired of looking at it, kinda wanting it to look more aggressive I would say.

 

Get some type-S tail-lights and rear sidemarkers, clear out or blackout the headlights, get the 07+ A-Spec kit for your car and also some front fog lights. Look into a suspension (IE Drop it) and some new wheels. Do the usual AV upgrades like a better sound system, the DVD on nav screen, ipod hookup, etc.

 

I think tinting would be a great start! Do you know what the tint laws are in your state?

It's entirely up to you on what mods you want to do first. I think the 3rd gen TL looks aggressive even if it's stock.

 

Get some tints!!!!

 

I wanted to so things different in Des Moines, Iowa. There's just to many Integras, and Civics.

Thanks for the ideas, but do you guys now where ill be able to get type-s tail lights, and an 07+ a-spec kit? I'm pretty much a noob about cars.

 

I think the group buy on this forum for the a-spec kit is the best deal i've seen, much cheaper than what my local dealer was charging.

https://acurazine.com/forums/sponsored-sales-group-buys-10/spec-kit-group-buy-under-%24750-shipped-802311/

 

Being a college student, hopefully ill be able to gather cash to buy the stuff..

 

Not sure why your after the 07 Aspec front end, most people prefer the prior model Aspec front. fog lights can be added if thats what your after? Tints are a good start. and aspec is always a great choice. I would save your money to help pay for college, and after your working then mod your car.

 

Pretty much after fog lights on the bottom, not really feeling the fog lights with the headlights.

Do you know if i'll be able to add fog lights on a 05 front end? instead of having it in the head lights?

I just want tinted windows for now, and some new rims at least getting tired of chrome look with the RRP color.

 

get some chrome handle door inserts. I have them on mine and i think they look gr8 without breaking the bank. Only 12$ for a set of 4 on Ebay...You cant go wrong, if u dont like em, no big loss.

 

plasti dip those wheels and your good! They look like the lexus wheel for the m45 i think?
you can install fogs in the lower grilles, custom lower grilles are easy.

 

Gather up that dough? My friend, sorry for being rude, but it seems like your in a car that you would never be able to afford without mommy or daddy. Which is a bad combo when you are in a luxury sedan that is not meant for hardcore driving especially in the base model, unless of course you follow through with hardcore mods = $$$$$$$$$

You want a legit exhaust kit with no drama, rasp, leaks, and other bs that comes with frankenstein set-ups = 2K No Way Out
Cold Air Intake Comes stock with your car.
Now, what is left? your pretty much left to stupid expensive mods or blowing money for no reason

As many have said stick to the physical mods, appearance does ad a kick and you are in a beautiful car.

Stop wasting your time reading all these comments, go into the forums and check out what people do and the general cost to give you an idea of what is going to happen or not happen to your vehicle.
***I would extremely hope that you have some basic knowledge about a vehicles motor function from beginning to the end; out the exhaust. To properly use the search function, which you must use! to save us from spam and stupidity; every question you have has probably already been answered.

 

Give the kid a break. He's new to the forums and he asked a genuine question. I don't think you have the right to lash out at him about his money situation.

That being said, OP, I highly suggest you follow through with the tinted windows. It will do wonders to the car. Also, you CAN add lower fogs to an '05 bumper by using the Accord Fog Mod which you can find by a quick search.

 

IMO:

Full A-Spec with Accord fogs
18" chromium black XXR 530s (Would look sick on that color.)
Coils
These tails: https://i.imgur.com/y9GUZ.jpg
Blacked out/cleared headlights

/thread.

 

Its fine... but this car was a high school graduation gift from my parents, really wanted to sell it, but they don't want to let it go being it as how much they bought it for in 05 and that the color is red and as well as the interior being ebony. Not looking for hardcore mods if your talking about engine wise, just trying to make the exterior look nice and clean or at least the sickest TL in Iowa.

 

Where will i be able to find accord fog lights? sorry if i'm asking to many questions, just not really good on finding things for cars. Don't really have much experience like my brother does... i could ask him about this stuff but he knows more on integras since he has owned a 99 itr front end integra which is sold and now having a 01 SSPB gsr, but those xxr 530s look sick! i would really like to get cleared headlights, but i don't know how to take them out..

 

everyone else has spoke the truth.

 

haha if you dont want to do anything, keep it stock and send me the monies

 

i'm with swoosh, i can use the extra paper for mods!!

 

you're in college dude, save your money for car maintenance and gas and insurance.

but if you are hard-headed (like how I was): tints, black rims, and a coilover kit/body kit (if you don't want to drop the car)

 

Great thread OP
Would read again

 

Lol i don't need money for college i get that shit for free!

I Just don't have pocket money for mods as of right now, not wanting to work during school.

 

Spend quite some time on here and you will find everything you need to know.

 

Yeah, i'm actually getting a lot of information reading posts on here!

But do any of you guys know where ill be able to find some yellow colored fog light balbs?

 

No clue buddy. I have an 07 so I never had to worry about that. Maybe some other members will chime in on this...

 

If you want to go the yellow fog route, the most noticeable difference is with yellow lamin-x.

 

Lets see some updated pictures!

 

Holy bump Batman!!

I dont think the OP is an active user anymore?
I think those wheels were an accessory wheel option next to the A-Specs.

I am not a fan of that wheels design. Saw a used 05 TL with full a-spec lip kit and those wheels. Eh....
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...gIndex=6&Log=0

 

Haven't been on here in ages, been damn busy! Finally saved enough cash to do alittle bit of work to the TL this coming winter!

 

^^^Nice. I would save up for some maintenance now. Did you replace the transmission yet?

 

I've seen these wheels before, they are actually oem accessory wheels, but not the common aspec one.

 

I have not replaced the transmission, don't think ill be planning on doing so, because sometimes my parents drive it and frankly they don't know how to drive a manual

 

Actually will be starting to do mods early spring of 2014, trying to find parts ASAP though! pretty hard for me to find an type-S A-Spec body kit for a nice price!

 

Here's a mod: Save up some money and move out of your parents house. Its been 5 years??

 

I don't think you can do the manual swap even if you wanted to... Do you know how much labor it is and how much custom work it requires?

 

Get the accord Fogs..

I'm selling mine along with the honeycomb type s grilles in the black market.

 

Prolly wont find a better price than. https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-2004-2008-93/fall-accessory-sale-spec-lip-kit-extra-cheap-780256/