Lycos

Man, you know what. I purchased my 03 TL-S in Sept. 02, and I even remember back then worrying about the upcoming, remodeled TL!! Dealer told me it would go on sale in April of 03 Well, almost a year has passed and no new car. So, I'm sure glad I got mine when I did. Lots of fun time behind the wheel.

Bottom line, there are pleeeenty of other things to worry about, and trying to keep up with everyone else with the latest and greatest anything is an impossible game (unless you're filthy rich).

I went for the 03 Type S because I just fell in love with it: The understated elegance, with just enough sport, and that agressive front end. And, the engine! The car is well put together, has a great interior, and when I do decide to get a new car I can rely on the great Acura resale.

Enjoy your "wheels" and stop frettin'.

Raheel

Type S Lady

Well said!

KaOTiKM3

I had this jealous syndrome when I had my 99 M3 and then the E46 M3 came out about a year later, basically a totally different car, almost 50% more power, looks to die for, dual exhaust, SMG II, gadgets and gizmos, etc. Yeah there will be better cars, nothing you can really do about it, just be happy with what you got, thats all you can really do...

manual tranny is definitely :smokin:

looney010

just got my 03, i love it, nothing will change, that.... except an m5

looney010

or an e55 amg.... *grwol*

jacka$$

I think the Type S will have a classic/cult following no matter how "awesome" the new TL turns out to be (I personally think the new TL isn't that much better..it'll be faster, but looks-wise I still like the current platform). I actually tried to envision in my own head what the new TL would look like....somewhat like the new Accord with some body panel changes....frankly, I think the new 4 door Accord isn't too pretty...not fugly, but it's taking some getting used to. The TYpe S is special....like an M3 and M5 is special....I don't mean it's as fast or exclusive, but it shares the common bonds of a real cult-like following...the type s is what the guys who have a bit more cash and love speed get, just like the M3 and M5. That's why I'll be happy with my Type s for some years. The redesign is subtle, and isn't groundbreaking in a way that would have made the current one look antiquated. I agree with the accessment that the current Tl and Type s (especially) have an understated look about them that actually makes them more appealling. To me, when the type S debuted in the last quarter of 2001, I fell in love with it. I liked the CL-S before it, but when the 4 doors came out, I was sold. My TYpe S has this subtle sexiness about it....I think it's a damn sexy car with it's clean lines, simple yet elegant rims and that snarling beast of an engine. I appreciate it more because it more of a stealthy car, and not so outspokenly in-your-face macho sexuality like other in-your-face performace cars. The grace and subtle fashion in which the TL-S achieves its sexiness make it a great car. Sorry for the long post...I just love me car...as we all should.:p

Monte TLS,MAX

Very well said, people trip me out worrying about a new model of a car, enjoy what you have! If you try to keep up with whats new you will be so far in the hole its rediculous owing 50k on a 34k car rediculous.

2003 tl-s

Totally agree. Love what you have. Luckily, with a TL Type S, that's pretty easy.

Red Hot TL

when the 2004TL comes out, for the same price, I'd take the G35...

DrivebyTLS-03

That car makes my **** hard, I f*cking love the AMG E55 and some douchebag QuickRick that posts here said it was "just another 4 door mercedes" ahahahahah what a dumbass ahahahahahha and I am considering trading in my month old 2003 TL-S for a 2000 MB CLK-430.... seriously considering it and if so I will have a brand new unused set of Advan Model 5's in a bright chrome finish for sale

is300eater

The new AMG E55 is supposed to be faster than the M5!!!

"...just another 4 door mercedes...?" I don't think so.

jacka$$

0-60 in 4.3s for the E55....top speed high 150s....that's not anordinary MB, bot even an ordinary performance car; that's an extraordinary performance car. we're talking running neck and neck with corvette Z06s and other cars like that. Plus, luxury that will coddle like nothing else. That to me is an unbelieveable badA$$ car.....but wait until the next gen. M5 comes out....V-10, baby....and supossed 0-60 times in the sub-4 second range...(3.9s or so.....911 Turbo territory)

EmuMessenger

The E55 is amazing. It has top notch performance and every luxury item imaginable.

jdone

Motor Trend says all Mercedes models sent to the US/CAN are eletronically limited to 150 mph..

KaOTiKM3

The E55s are getting a design change in about a year or two...AMG is moving away from the kompressor line of their engines and using more normally aspriated 5.5L V8's with about 362 hp or so for their C55/SLK55 and CLK55 (which already has this engine). The upper echelon of the AMG line gets the 6.5L V8 Twin Turbo (pushing out around 700hp - 800+ lbs ft of tq) aptly named E65/S65/SL65/CL65. All the 6.5L cars will also get the 7 speed transmission. There was an article about it, if you want to read it I can dig it up and post it. The M5/M6, however, will get the V10 550hp and push them both to 0-60 around 3.9sec. So clearly the bar has been raised by both sides...(not to mention the new 6 series is the best looking design that has come out of Bangle's reign)...

PS- I don't think the E55 can acheive 0-60 in 4.3 sec, there simply isn't enough traction with the auto tranny to muster than kind of speed...the fastest I've seen it go on the sprint is 4.6sec (quoted by MB)...it is one helluva fast saloon...

looney010

...yes... that is she... MY version of ELEANOR!!!!

Master-G

Noticed that once I view this topic in the forums, www.bimmerforums.com tries to send me a cookie. Kind of funny when you think of the discussion here.

kyled

Well, I voted with my wallet. My TL-S A-Spec has been in my driveway for less than a week and I still have a goofy grin paste to my face. And I keep looking for the long way home. I totally agree with the post that the conservative, yet aggressive stance of the car is a perfect match for my individual personality. I think it is classic sport sedan styling. And by def'n, classics tend to hold their appeal ... remember the Vigor and Legend? Still as gorgeous as the day they came out. And yes, I did beat the dealer down quite a bit on the price, knowing he had to move the last of the 2003s (the TSX already cut into the action for the TL. But for me the high beltline of the car doesn't quite work.) I have four happy years of leasing my '03 TLS ahead.

kyled

Well, I voted with my wallet. My TL-S A-Spec has been in my driveway for less than a week and I still have a goofy grin paste to my face. And I keep looking for the long way home. I totally agree with the post that the conservative, yet aggressive stance of the car is a perfect match for my individual personality. I think it is classic sport sedan styling. And by def'n, classics tend to hold their appeal ... remember the Vigor and Legend? Still as gorgeous as the day they came out. And yes, I did beat the dealer down quite a bit on the price, knowing he had to move the last of the 2003s (the TSX already cut into the action for the TL. But for me the high beltline of the car doesn't quite work.) I have four happy years of leasing my '03 TLS ahead.

rickman00

Wow.. I am amazed by the number of people participated in this topic. I greatly appreciate for those who have dropped down a few words. Thanks! To be honest, I want this topic to be the most viewed and most replied.

oracion

If you're feeling hurt or jealous, why not getting a 2004 TL? There will always be a newer model year after you've bought the current one.

yield2s

I want this topic to be the most viewed and most replied


let me help,TYPE"S" BABY

nick79

2002 tl type S will always be great =)

nolimitazns

jeez the 04 TL reminds me of the 00-01 TL vs the 02-03 TL. Doesnt the 04 fogs look like the TSX fogs? Like if u look at em closely you will see that the glass housing doesnt really go to the edges of the hole in the bumper. Which reminds me of the 00-01 TL fogs bc the glass doesnt fit perfectly into the holes. The 02-03 TL on the other hand has fogs that fit perfect into the holes. It's these small cosmetic touches that seem to drive me crazy. I bet the 05 or 06 TL will be perfect. It will not look "unfinished" or "tester" model. And relax guys the 04 doesnt look classy like the 00-03 it's more of a extended TSX style.

CJITTY

I love my 03 TLs. From what I have seen of the new 04 TL, I'm not really feelin it. I want to see it in person when it comes out before I give my final 2 cents.

I can't wait to add the 2005 Lexus GS430 to my collection when it comes out! That car is gonna be off the chain.

Raheel

Wow you already saw the 04 TL, and the fogs?

Do you have some special access to the secret car that others dont? :p

drozdiak

Is it just me, or does the 04 look like a 04 Nissan Maxima from behind?

Type S Lady

I was think more of a CTS back w/lining and Grand Prix exhaust.

drozdiak

good call.

randomwalk101

with all the problems i'm having with Acura, i ain't going to buy another one...ever...it's Lexus and Mercedes time!

KaOTiKM3

Mercedes quality has become

DrivebyTLS-03

doubt it, but maybe, just maybe he saw a picture that you didnt!!! Or.... a subscription to Import Tuner

fortunate

With all the problem's my folks' '99 C230, cousin's '98 SLK230, and friend's '01 E320 have, I'll never by a Benz.

rickman00

It sounds like no manufactuer can make decent cars nowadays..

DrivebyTLS-03

Maybe its just cause theyre brand new but I havent heard a complaint about either the WRX STi nor the Lancer Evolution, both seem like very thorough cars

Raheel

Go to the forums of mitsubishi or subaru and I gurantee you that they also have problems

DrivebyTLS-03

I went and not one problem all they talk about is how great and problem free their cars are. The topics all sound the same "My car is great" or "Great is a word to describe my car". They actually had a topic about the topic of great cars e.g. the mitsubishi evolution or the WRX STi. They said the only problem with their cars is they saved money thinking that there would be problems but there werent any and now they have some money to spend. It must be great to own a WRX STi or a Lancer Evolution cause they are problem free and thanks to 2007 TL-X I now feel like I have a ton of problems compared to their problem free problem.

Raheel

Well most of there cars are new, I am pretty sure this forum in 1999 would have all had the same topics, most tranny probs came after couple years and etc

PS: I know this forum was not open in 1999 just giving a example

maxx96

I just got my '03 Type S and I have to say that I love it, as for the '04, yes it will hurt the value of our cars if it is as good as ours and if it sells as good as ours, don't forget that the current TL is the bread and butter of Acura. It will be probably faster but even with 20hp more if you gain some weight and forgot to go to the gym well you do the math, a lot of cars out there have more power but is power to weight ratio and transmition gears ratio that will determine who's more than likely going to be faster, plus at this level you have to consider luxury and confort this cars should stay the way they are Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde (spell check please).