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Best Interior color...
Hey guys, i was just wondering what the most popular interior color is that's out there. Or what's the majority interior color among guys/gals in this forum? I guess the question is what color (interior) will look better with the inside and make up of the car? Thanks in advance.
2001 Acura 3.2CL Type-S
2004 Acura TL (in the making...)
2001 Acura 3.2CL Type-S
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Before someone tells you "this is a very subjective topic and you're not going to get objective and factual answers", let me tell you that there is a very simple answer:
Camel is the only TL interior that looks good with Parchment a very close second.
Here's why:
Ebony is dark and dull. Shows wear faster than any other interior. Looks terrific the first six months; looks awful the last thirty. Makes the cabin feel confined and cramped. Same color as the upper dash, no contrast with the carbon fiber trim. All you see is aluminum against a sea of blackness. Grade: D
Quartz is cheap and uninspiring. You know its leather but no one else will. Hertz Rent-A-Caresque. Has nice contrast with the upper dash, but the aluminum gets washed out. Did I say that it doesn't look like leather? Looks like vinyl? If I didn't, I just did. Grade: C
Parchment is very classy and 'rich' looking. Just a tad of inspiration as its been a staple of the Honda/Acura line since the mid 80's. Wood is handsome, and it has the most stark contrast of light and dark of the group with the deep black upper dash. Bonus in that the navigation screen's 'land' masses are also Parchment colored. Best looking leather of the group, but it shows dirt very very easily and needs constant maintenence. A challenge if you've got children or dirty friends. Grade: B
Camel is the best of all worlds. Classy and rich like Parchment. Nice contrast (but not too over the top). Wood luxury that blends with the carmel flavor of the leather. Does not show dirt at all and wears well over time. Will look as good in month thirty-six as it does the day you buy it. Not for everyone; Mercedes and BMW have been running the combo for years with gunmetal but some think it looks out of place with certain exteriors. Unique and inspiring. Grade: A
Biggest piece of advice (besides getting Camel) is that too many people try to make a connection between the exterior color choice and the interior color choice....like they have to feel cohesive like pants and socks. They don't. Pick the one exterior and the one interior that you like and go with it.
BJ
Camel is the only TL interior that looks good with Parchment a very close second.
Here's why:
Ebony is dark and dull. Shows wear faster than any other interior. Looks terrific the first six months; looks awful the last thirty. Makes the cabin feel confined and cramped. Same color as the upper dash, no contrast with the carbon fiber trim. All you see is aluminum against a sea of blackness. Grade: D
Quartz is cheap and uninspiring. You know its leather but no one else will. Hertz Rent-A-Caresque. Has nice contrast with the upper dash, but the aluminum gets washed out. Did I say that it doesn't look like leather? Looks like vinyl? If I didn't, I just did. Grade: C
Parchment is very classy and 'rich' looking. Just a tad of inspiration as its been a staple of the Honda/Acura line since the mid 80's. Wood is handsome, and it has the most stark contrast of light and dark of the group with the deep black upper dash. Bonus in that the navigation screen's 'land' masses are also Parchment colored. Best looking leather of the group, but it shows dirt very very easily and needs constant maintenence. A challenge if you've got children or dirty friends. Grade: B
Camel is the best of all worlds. Classy and rich like Parchment. Nice contrast (but not too over the top). Wood luxury that blends with the carmel flavor of the leather. Does not show dirt at all and wears well over time. Will look as good in month thirty-six as it does the day you buy it. Not for everyone; Mercedes and BMW have been running the combo for years with gunmetal but some think it looks out of place with certain exteriors. Unique and inspiring. Grade: A
Biggest piece of advice (besides getting Camel) is that too many people try to make a connection between the exterior color choice and the interior color choice....like they have to feel cohesive like pants and socks. They don't. Pick the one exterior and the one interior that you like and go with it.
BJ
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Camel: Too orange. Grade: F
My opinion, ebony looks the best. The classiest color is parchment, but I wasn't looking for a classy look. I got the interior in ebony because it makes the car look sportier inside and gives it a cockpit feel, especially at night. Its hard to describe it, but to me the driving experience is better because the cabin is black.
My opinion, ebony looks the best. The classiest color is parchment, but I wasn't looking for a classy look. I got the interior in ebony because it makes the car look sportier inside and gives it a cockpit feel, especially at night. Its hard to describe it, but to me the driving experience is better because the cabin is black.
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I pretty much agree with your assessment, although I went with Parchment but could just have easily gone with Camel. I like the lighter feel of the parchment. Ebony didn't do anything for me; it lacked contrast with the rest of vehicle. My wife actually thought the Parchment/Camel would be extra cost, it looked so much better.
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Originally Posted by Bobzmcishl
My wife actually thought the Parchment/Camel would be extra cost, it looked so much better.
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Now that the "new Camel" is less orange its the best interior choice. However, you can't get it with WDP or Desert Mist Which are the only exterior colors I'd choose. I wish it would come with WDP or Desert Mist. As it is, I'll have to go with Parchment.
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Originally Posted by Hedturner
:shit: I'm sorry but I think the Camel is just hideous. I went with the quartz but only because the dealer wouldn't have and Ebony Navi in until Aug.
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Ebony. It answers the question asked - it blends in all of the design features the best. No wonder they used it in the sales brochure. Besides, our 2002 ebony MDX interior looks like brand new and my '99 TL parchment didn't hold up too well even after a couple of years.
The other advantage of ebony is the ease of incorporating any aftermarket items.
The other advantage of ebony is the ease of incorporating any aftermarket items.
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Originally Posted by boltjames
Before someone tells you "this is a very subjective topic and you're not going to get objective and factual answers", let me tell you that there is a very simple answer:
Camel is the only TL interior that looks good with Parchment a very close second.
Here's why:
Ebony is dark and dull. Shows wear faster than any other interior. Looks terrific the first six months; looks awful the last thirty. Makes the cabin feel confined and cramped. Same color as the upper dash, no contrast with the carbon fiber trim. All you see is aluminum against a sea of blackness. Grade: D
Quartz is cheap and uninspiring. You know its leather but no one else will. Hertz Rent-A-Caresque. Has nice contrast with the upper dash, but the aluminum gets washed out. Did I say that it doesn't look like leather? Looks like vinyl? If I didn't, I just did. Grade: C
Parchment is very classy and 'rich' looking. Just a tad of inspiration as its been a staple of the Honda/Acura line since the mid 80's. Wood is handsome, and it has the most stark contrast of light and dark of the group with the deep black upper dash. Bonus in that the navigation screen's 'land' masses are also Parchment colored. Best looking leather of the group, but it shows dirt very very easily and needs constant maintenence. A challenge if you've got children or dirty friends. Grade: B
Camel is the best of all worlds. Classy and rich like Parchment. Nice contrast (but not too over the top). Wood luxury that blends with the carmel flavor of the leather. Does not show dirt at all and wears well over time. Will look as good in month thirty-six as it does the day you buy it. Not for everyone; Mercedes and BMW have been running the combo for years with gunmetal but some think it looks out of place with certain exteriors. Unique and inspiring. Grade: A
Biggest piece of advice (besides getting Camel) is that too many people try to make a connection between the exterior color choice and the interior color choice....like they have to feel cohesive like pants and socks. They don't. Pick the one exterior and the one interior that you like and go with it.
Camel is the only TL interior that looks good with Parchment a very close second.
Here's why:
Ebony is dark and dull. Shows wear faster than any other interior. Looks terrific the first six months; looks awful the last thirty. Makes the cabin feel confined and cramped. Same color as the upper dash, no contrast with the carbon fiber trim. All you see is aluminum against a sea of blackness. Grade: D
Quartz is cheap and uninspiring. You know its leather but no one else will. Hertz Rent-A-Caresque. Has nice contrast with the upper dash, but the aluminum gets washed out. Did I say that it doesn't look like leather? Looks like vinyl? If I didn't, I just did. Grade: C
Parchment is very classy and 'rich' looking. Just a tad of inspiration as its been a staple of the Honda/Acura line since the mid 80's. Wood is handsome, and it has the most stark contrast of light and dark of the group with the deep black upper dash. Bonus in that the navigation screen's 'land' masses are also Parchment colored. Best looking leather of the group, but it shows dirt very very easily and needs constant maintenence. A challenge if you've got children or dirty friends. Grade: B
Camel is the best of all worlds. Classy and rich like Parchment. Nice contrast (but not too over the top). Wood luxury that blends with the carmel flavor of the leather. Does not show dirt at all and wears well over time. Will look as good in month thirty-six as it does the day you buy it. Not for everyone; Mercedes and BMW have been running the combo for years with gunmetal but some think it looks out of place with certain exteriors. Unique and inspiring. Grade: A
Biggest piece of advice (besides getting Camel) is that too many people try to make a connection between the exterior color choice and the interior color choice....like they have to feel cohesive like pants and socks. They don't. Pick the one exterior and the one interior that you like and go with it.
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My personal favorite is Ebony, followed by Quartz. They are more sporty and in keeping with the TLs sport(ier) image. Whomever said that Ebony ages the worst and shows wear and tear, I'd have to respecfully disagree. It may show dust, but you won't notice the wrinkles in the leather as much. Also, you don't have to worry about Ebony leather showing stain marks from blue jeans and/or dye transfer (i.e. If you are wearing a black leather jacket that gets wet from a sudden downpour and then sit in your TL w/ Parchment seats you can experience some staining).
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Originally Posted by jwaters943
My personal favorite is Ebony, followed by Quartz. They are more sporty and in keeping with the TLs sport(ier) image. Whomever said that Ebony ages the worst and shows wear and tear, I'd have to respecfully disagree. It may show dust, but you won't notice the wrinkles in the leather as much. Also, you don't have to worry about Ebony leather showing stain marks from blue jeans and/or dye transfer (i.e. If you are wearing a black leather jacket that gets wet from a sudden downpour and then sit in your TL w/ Parchment seats you can experience some staining).
Agreed. I had the ebony interior in my 2001 CL-S and it did not show any major wear. I also now have the ebony on my 2004 TL and I still like it better than any of the other ones. Like others stated, the ebony interior goes well with the design of the dash and gives it a cockpit feel to it. This I think makes the car feel a whole lot more sportier.
Wrinkles are always going to appear in leather regardless of the color, but as long as you take care of it on a regular basis, then it will look good for years to come.
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I personally prefer the Ebony and Quartz options on the 04, and will be getting the Quartz (Ebony is just too damn hot to live with here) on a silver 05. The interior looks very clean and modern.
I like the leather on the Camel and Parchment, but find rest of the interior is too much of a dog's dinner for our taste compared with the previous model (Black plastic AND beige plastic AND silver metal AND wood/plood). Indeed, the parchment would have been my first choice but for this fact - it's just too busy.
A word of warning to those who do get the Parchment and Camel leather... keep any photocopied documents and grocery store bags OFF the leather in hot weather! Transfers the ink before you know it, and it's almost impossible to remove. I have to disagree with BJ - I find the parchment shows dirt much more than black. And I think all the leather looks good
I like the leather on the Camel and Parchment, but find rest of the interior is too much of a dog's dinner for our taste compared with the previous model (Black plastic AND beige plastic AND silver metal AND wood/plood). Indeed, the parchment would have been my first choice but for this fact - it's just too busy.
A word of warning to those who do get the Parchment and Camel leather... keep any photocopied documents and grocery store bags OFF the leather in hot weather! Transfers the ink before you know it, and it's almost impossible to remove. I have to disagree with BJ - I find the parchment shows dirt much more than black. And I think all the leather looks good
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Let me preface this with, "This is just my opinion." I would have to say go for Ebony. Every time I see the perforated leather in a Camel or Parchment interior, it screams "band-aid".
Sorry if I ruined it for anyone.
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Sorry if I ruined it for anyone.
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Originally Posted by Hedturner
:shit: I'm sorry but I think the Camel is just hideous. I went with the quartz but only because the dealer wouldn't have and Ebony Navi in until Aug.
Of course it's all a matter of taste.
Camel....
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Originally Posted by boltjames
Before someone tells you "this is a very subjective topic and you're not going to get objective and factual answers", let me tell you that there is a very simple answer:
Camel is the only TL interior that looks good with Parchment a very close second.
Here's why:
Ebony is dark and dull. Shows wear faster than any other interior. Looks terrific the first six months; looks awful the last thirty. Makes the cabin feel confined and cramped. Same color as the upper dash, no contrast with the carbon fiber trim. All you see is aluminum against a sea of blackness. Grade: D
Quartz is cheap and uninspiring. You know its leather but no one else will. Hertz Rent-A-Caresque. Has nice contrast with the upper dash, but the aluminum gets washed out. Did I say that it doesn't look like leather? Looks like vinyl? If I didn't, I just did. Grade: C
Parchment is very classy and 'rich' looking. Just a tad of inspiration as its been a staple of the Honda/Acura line since the mid 80's. Wood is handsome, and it has the most stark contrast of light and dark of the group with the deep black upper dash. Bonus in that the navigation screen's 'land' masses are also Parchment colored. Best looking leather of the group, but it shows dirt very very easily and needs constant maintenence. A challenge if you've got children or dirty friends. Grade: B
Camel is the best of all worlds. Classy and rich like Parchment. Nice contrast (but not too over the top). Wood luxury that blends with the carmel flavor of the leather. Does not show dirt at all and wears well over time. Will look as good in month thirty-six as it does the day you buy it. Not for everyone; Mercedes and BMW have been running the combo for years with gunmetal but some think it looks out of place with certain exteriors. Unique and inspiring. Grade: A
Biggest piece of advice (besides getting Camel) is that too many people try to make a connection between the exterior color choice and the interior color choice....like they have to feel cohesive like pants and socks. They don't. Pick the one exterior and the one interior that you like and go with it.
BJ
Camel is the only TL interior that looks good with Parchment a very close second.
Here's why:
Ebony is dark and dull. Shows wear faster than any other interior. Looks terrific the first six months; looks awful the last thirty. Makes the cabin feel confined and cramped. Same color as the upper dash, no contrast with the carbon fiber trim. All you see is aluminum against a sea of blackness. Grade: D
Quartz is cheap and uninspiring. You know its leather but no one else will. Hertz Rent-A-Caresque. Has nice contrast with the upper dash, but the aluminum gets washed out. Did I say that it doesn't look like leather? Looks like vinyl? If I didn't, I just did. Grade: C
Parchment is very classy and 'rich' looking. Just a tad of inspiration as its been a staple of the Honda/Acura line since the mid 80's. Wood is handsome, and it has the most stark contrast of light and dark of the group with the deep black upper dash. Bonus in that the navigation screen's 'land' masses are also Parchment colored. Best looking leather of the group, but it shows dirt very very easily and needs constant maintenence. A challenge if you've got children or dirty friends. Grade: B
Camel is the best of all worlds. Classy and rich like Parchment. Nice contrast (but not too over the top). Wood luxury that blends with the carmel flavor of the leather. Does not show dirt at all and wears well over time. Will look as good in month thirty-six as it does the day you buy it. Not for everyone; Mercedes and BMW have been running the combo for years with gunmetal but some think it looks out of place with certain exteriors. Unique and inspiring. Grade: A
Biggest piece of advice (besides getting Camel) is that too many people try to make a connection between the exterior color choice and the interior color choice....like they have to feel cohesive like pants and socks. They don't. Pick the one exterior and the one interior that you like and go with it.
BJ
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RE: BoltJames...
I understand what you were talking about as far as being "subjective" but all the info. that was given was still helpful nonetheless. I've always been a fan of the lighter interior (Parchment). As you all know i have a 3.2 CL Type S and i have Parchment in there. I just love the way it goes with the wood. My only problem is picking an exterior color i'll be satisfied with. My CL is black. But they are such a beast to keep clean, but when they are you can't beat the look. But with the Parchment and Camel, it looks like i'll have no choice but to go with the Black Pearl. I'm really not crazy about the WDP, and i love the Antracite but not with the Camel or Parchment. So i guess my problem now is choosing b/t Camel or Parchment to go along with the NBP. Any suggestions?2001 Acura 3.2CL Type-S
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Originally Posted by PossibleTL
I understand what you were talking about as far as being "subjective" but all the info. that was given was still helpful nonetheless. I've always been a fan of the lighter interior (Parchment). As you all know i have a 3.2 CL Type S and i have Parchment in there. I just love the way it goes with the wood. My only problem is picking an exterior color i'll be satisfied with. My CL is black. But they are such a beast to keep clean, but when they are you can't beat the look. But with the Parchment and Camel, it looks like i'll have no choice but to go with the Black Pearl. I'm really not crazy about the WDP, and i love the Antracite but not with the Camel or Parchment. So i guess my problem now is choosing b/t Camel or Parchment to go along with the NBP. Any suggestions?2001 Acura 3.2CL Type-S
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1. Something different. In that case, go Camel as you've been a Parchment guy for years.
2. Staying clean. Again, go Camel as it definitely hides dirt better.
3. Bold contrast with upper dash. Go Parchment for that bold look.
4. More 'pop' on the wood. Go Parchment as the wood is darker and tends to blend more with Camel.
5. More 'pop' on the aluminum. Go Camel as it's darker and makes the aluminum sing better.
6. Sophistication. Go Camel as it is definitely a different cup of tea. You've likely seen Porsche Boxters and Lexus Coupes and BMW's and Mercedes with the deeper Camel interior. It's a rich look, but not for everyone.
Congrats and let us know what you wind up going with!
BJ
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Quartz
Went with quartz over ebony because I like the contrast between the black dash and black floor mats. The blue lighting also has a nice look with the quartz. Blue LCD doorlights leave a nice reflection on the quartz.
Then again it's my opinion. Go with yours!!!
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Originally Posted by PossibleTL
I understand what you were talking about as far as being "subjective" but all the info. that was given was still helpful nonetheless. I've always been a fan of the lighter interior (Parchment). As you all know i have a 3.2 CL Type S and i have Parchment in there. I just love the way it goes with the wood. My only problem is picking an exterior color i'll be satisfied with. My CL is black. But they are such a beast to keep clean, but when they are you can't beat the look. But with the Parchment and Camel, it looks like i'll have no choice but to go with the Black Pearl. I'm really not crazy about the WDP, and i love the Antracite but not with the Camel or Parchment. So i guess my problem now is choosing b/t Camel or Parchment to go along with the NBP. Any suggestions?2001 Acura 3.2CL Type-S
2004 Acura TL (in the making...)
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Good question! A couple of things I can think of are...
The back seat is designed primarly as 2 buckets and a half-seat in the middle... or
It's reflected from the tunnel in the floor. The TL chassis is a derivative of the main chassis that Acura/Honda use for a number of vehicles, including the MDX and the Pilot, which do have 4WD.
Of course, that's just pure speculation on my part...
The back seat is designed primarly as 2 buckets and a half-seat in the middle... or
It's reflected from the tunnel in the floor. The TL chassis is a derivative of the main chassis that Acura/Honda use for a number of vehicles, including the MDX and the Pilot, which do have 4WD.
Of course, that's just pure speculation on my part...
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Does anyone happen to have a pic of the orange-camel and a pic of the nonorange-camel so that we can see them side by side?
I got non-orange Quartz for my Anthracite 6MT/Navi. It was between Quartz and Ebony (I don't like plood, so no Camel). I don't think Quartz looks like a rental car - it works well with the rest of the interior and looks good with Anthracite.
During summer here in the DC area, having an Ebony interior is like sitting down in an inferno. So that wasn't really an option.
I got non-orange Quartz for my Anthracite 6MT/Navi. It was between Quartz and Ebony (I don't like plood, so no Camel). I don't think Quartz looks like a rental car - it works well with the rest of the interior and looks good with Anthracite.
During summer here in the DC area, having an Ebony interior is like sitting down in an inferno. So that wasn't really an option.
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Originally Posted by wstevens
Does anyone happen to have a pic of the orange-camel and a pic of the nonorange-camel so that we can see them side by side?
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Originally Posted by DMZ
All I can show you are pics of my non-orange Camel. Click on Wood Dash/Camel Pics on my signature below.
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That looks nice. I have to say I like Camel better than Parchment. You overall color combo is great (green/camel). I'm sure you don't see too many of those driving around (as opposed to my Anthracite/Quartz which has many clones near where I live).
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Originally Posted by SpecialFX
I agree. Camel looks like :shit: to me. The plastic pieces looked to plastic-y. I found the quartz to be much nicer. Been in a lot of rental cars and unlike BJ, have yet to see one with as nice an interior as the TL in quartz.
Of course it's all a matter of taste.
Of course it's all a matter of taste.
The Quartz is easy maintenance, contrasts nicely with the black dash and upper doors and looks sporty. And I never have to explain to anyone that it's leather because no one would ever get into a car that looks like the TL and expect anything less.
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I ordered a WDP w/ navi with the Parchment interior. I think the Quartz and Ebony resemble too much a Honda's interior! Thus, I went with the classier look of the Parchment or Camel. I really liked the faux wood trim with the lighter interior. Fortunately, I don't have kids and I am very anal when it comes to the cleanliness of my vehicle. So a little tender loving care and I think her interior will last and shine like new for years to come! Just my humble opinion.
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Originally Posted by dseag2
After seeing it in person I thought it looked like a cheap imitation of something a higher-end car would have. The leather wasn't bad, but the plastic was... and there was just TOO MUCH of that color throughout the car.
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Originally Posted by boltjames
I agree 100% that there's too much interior-colored plastic in the TL's interior. But but but but.....you cannot say that there's too much Camel plastic when there's just as much Quartz plastic. The wife drives an '03 Odyssey that's SSM with Quartz and it too is just drowning in a sea of dull, moody, gloomy, cheap grey.
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Originally Posted by dseag2
Okay, I'll agree to disagree. No matter which color you go with, there is too much interior-colored plastic. I would have paid a little more for Acura to run some carpet further up the sides of the console, but you can't have everything. It all boils down to personal taste, and... living in Sunny South Florida... I would prefer the "moody, gloomy" Quartz to the "vibrant, vivacious" Camel. I'll get my morning jolt from my coffee, thanks.
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Originally Posted by boltjames
Before someone tells you "this is a very subjective topic and you're not going to get objective and factual answers", let me tell you that there is a very simple answer:
Camel is the only TL interior that looks good with Parchment a very close second.
Here's why:
Ebony is dark and dull. Shows wear faster than any other interior. Looks terrific the first six months; looks awful the last thirty. Makes the cabin feel confined and cramped. Same color as the upper dash, no contrast with the carbon fiber trim. All you see is aluminum against a sea of blackness. Grade: D
Quartz is cheap and uninspiring. You know its leather but no one else will. Hertz Rent-A-Caresque. Has nice contrast with the upper dash, but the aluminum gets washed out. Did I say that it doesn't look like leather? Looks like vinyl? If I didn't, I just did. Grade: C
Parchment is very classy and 'rich' looking. Just a tad of inspiration as its been a staple of the Honda/Acura line since the mid 80's. Wood is handsome, and it has the most stark contrast of light and dark of the group with the deep black upper dash. Bonus in that the navigation screen's 'land' masses are also Parchment colored. Best looking leather of the group, but it shows dirt very very easily and needs constant maintenence. A challenge if you've got children or dirty friends. Grade: B
Camel is the best of all worlds. Classy and rich like Parchment. Nice contrast (but not too over the top). Wood luxury that blends with the carmel flavor of the leather. Does not show dirt at all and wears well over time. Will look as good in month thirty-six as it does the day you buy it. Not for everyone; Mercedes and BMW have been running the combo for years with gunmetal but some think it looks out of place with certain exteriors. Unique and inspiring. Grade: A
Biggest piece of advice (besides getting Camel) is that too many people try to make a connection between the exterior color choice and the interior color choice....like they have to feel cohesive like pants and socks. They don't. Pick the one exterior and the one interior that you like and go with it.
BJ
Camel is the only TL interior that looks good with Parchment a very close second.
Here's why:
Ebony is dark and dull. Shows wear faster than any other interior. Looks terrific the first six months; looks awful the last thirty. Makes the cabin feel confined and cramped. Same color as the upper dash, no contrast with the carbon fiber trim. All you see is aluminum against a sea of blackness. Grade: D
Quartz is cheap and uninspiring. You know its leather but no one else will. Hertz Rent-A-Caresque. Has nice contrast with the upper dash, but the aluminum gets washed out. Did I say that it doesn't look like leather? Looks like vinyl? If I didn't, I just did. Grade: C
Parchment is very classy and 'rich' looking. Just a tad of inspiration as its been a staple of the Honda/Acura line since the mid 80's. Wood is handsome, and it has the most stark contrast of light and dark of the group with the deep black upper dash. Bonus in that the navigation screen's 'land' masses are also Parchment colored. Best looking leather of the group, but it shows dirt very very easily and needs constant maintenence. A challenge if you've got children or dirty friends. Grade: B
Camel is the best of all worlds. Classy and rich like Parchment. Nice contrast (but not too over the top). Wood luxury that blends with the carmel flavor of the leather. Does not show dirt at all and wears well over time. Will look as good in month thirty-six as it does the day you buy it. Not for everyone; Mercedes and BMW have been running the combo for years with gunmetal but some think it looks out of place with certain exteriors. Unique and inspiring. Grade: A
Biggest piece of advice (besides getting Camel) is that too many people try to make a connection between the exterior color choice and the interior color choice....like they have to feel cohesive like pants and socks. They don't. Pick the one exterior and the one interior that you like and go with it.
BJ
you suck so bad bj. wtf are you even talking about...
anyway, decide wheather you like the look of the wood vs. the aluminum trim finishing. black will wear better, the light colors including the quartz will show dirt more, so also consider how much cleaning time you will want to spend.
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Originally Posted by meathead
you suck so bad bj. wtf are you even talking about...
anyway, decide wheather you like the look of the wood vs. the aluminum trim finishing. black will wear better, the light colors including the quartz will show dirt more, so also consider how much cleaning time you will want to spend.
anyway, decide wheather you like the look of the wood vs. the aluminum trim finishing. black will wear better, the light colors including the quartz will show dirt more, so also consider how much cleaning time you will want to spend.
I've owned Honda/Acura vehicles with all of the above mentioned interiors non-stop since 1989 so I know what I'm talking about.
Loved the contrast with Parchment, but it gets dirty too quickly. I've got kids now and it wouldn't work.
Loved the rich, deep, dark Ebony, but it wears out and gets boring too quickly. Lots of dust. Since the TL's Ebony doesn't offer wood, all you see is a sea of black (dash top, dash controls, headliner, sills, plastic seatwell trim, and carbon fiber) with these funky aluminum strips jumping out.
Loved the easy-clean and simple approach of Quartz, but no one thinks my car has leather let alone is a 'luxury' car. Looks cheap, big regrets. Grey is gloomy, even on the sunniest day.
Love the uniqueness of Camel, and feel that in the TL especially, it's the best of the bunch.
Clear?
BJ