FIRST DRIVE - 2007 TYPE-S - Pics inside
10-12-2006, 07:41 AM
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Was this Acura of Brookfield? They are supposed to be getting in a Black/Black Type-S with an Automatic soon too.
Also I thought the rims would look better in person, but I was wrong.
They have to go..
Also I thought the rims would look better in person, but I was wrong.
They have to go..
10-12-2006, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Rcmcfe
Very nice...but for 2k more you can get the new BMW 335....
10-12-2006, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Sclass88
I LOVE that key!
That car is beautiful. I just HATE those new Type S rims. First thing I'd do is slap on some A-Spec rims or some RonJon's...
That car is beautiful. I just HATE those new Type S rims. First thing I'd do is slap on some A-Spec rims or some RonJon's...
I don't mind the wheels anymore they kinda grew on me, but they do stand out, they do offer a spoke chrome 17 as an opt, but its chrome, and the grey ones don't look so hot in chrome either, they need another painted wheel
10-12-2006, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike 06 TL
I think the standard wheels that will come on regular '07 TL's look 100x better.
10-12-2006, 12:57 PM
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I don't even know what to do.
My parents say I can get a brand new TL Type S with white exterior/black interior 6spd.
Or I can get a used m3, I am so lost now as to what I'm going to do... This car seems great, but... Imean I had one acura and I hate fwd... nissans's are out of the Q... what would one do if they were me and had a 50-60k cad budget for a car? I am so torn between this
My parents say I can get a brand new TL Type S with white exterior/black interior 6spd.
Or I can get a used m3, I am so lost now as to what I'm going to do... This car seems great, but... Imean I had one acura and I hate fwd... nissans's are out of the Q... what would one do if they were me and had a 50-60k cad budget for a car? I am so torn between this
10-12-2006, 01:58 PM
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Originally Posted by datmrman
Also, when you make your own compilations, you can't remember all track titles/artists and the order you've placed them in.Thanks for the info dampfnudel
It actually looks pretty good from that scan. Nothing about DVD-Audio menus/track display though.
I went through the '07 TL owner's manual (.pdf file) and didn't see any specific info on playing a DVD-A disc. Anyway, the new MP3/WMA mode is a nice addition, although I think Honda should have added this feature to the 3G from the beginning.
10-12-2006, 02:57 PM
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Originally Posted by drtoth
I don't even know what to do.
My parents say I can get a brand new TL Type S with white exterior/black interior 6spd.
Or I can get a used m3, I am so lost now as to what I'm going to do... This car seems great, but... Imean I had one acura and I hate fwd... nissans's are out of the Q... what would one do if they were me and had a 50-60k cad budget for a car? I am so torn between this
My parents say I can get a brand new TL Type S with white exterior/black interior 6spd.
Or I can get a used m3, I am so lost now as to what I'm going to do... This car seems great, but... Imean I had one acura and I hate fwd... nissans's are out of the Q... what would one do if they were me and had a 50-60k cad budget for a car? I am so torn between this
10-12-2006, 03:03 PM
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Originally Posted by drtoth
I don't even know what to do.
My parents say I can get a brand new TL Type S with white exterior/black interior 6spd.
Or I can get a used m3, I am so lost now as to what I'm going to do... This car seems great, but... Imean I had one acura and I hate fwd... nissans's are out of the Q... what would one do if they were me and had a 50-60k cad budget for a car? I am so torn between this
My parents say I can get a brand new TL Type S with white exterior/black interior 6spd.
Or I can get a used m3, I am so lost now as to what I'm going to do... This car seems great, but... Imean I had one acura and I hate fwd... nissans's are out of the Q... what would one do if they were me and had a 50-60k cad budget for a car? I am so torn between this
10-12-2006, 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike 06 TL
DITTO! Those are the worst wheels I've seen on any car of this caliber in a long time.
I think the standard wheels that will come on regular '07 TL's look 100x better. I'd be willing to bet that if you made it contingent on the sale, the dealer would swap wheels off of a standard TL for you. Not like they wouldn't find someone to buy it.
I think the standard wheels that will come on regular '07 TL's look 100x better. I'd be willing to bet that if you made it contingent on the sale, the dealer would swap wheels off of a standard TL for you. Not like they wouldn't find someone to buy it.
I love everything about the S except those wheels, and there is no way I'm dropping 40G on a car knowing full and well that I already hate the wheels.
10-12-2006, 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by drtoth
I don't even know what to do.
My parents say I can get a brand new TL Type S with white exterior/black interior 6spd.
Or I can get a used m3, I am so lost now as to what I'm going to do... This car seems great, but... Imean I had one acura and I hate fwd... nissans's are out of the Q... what would one do if they were me and had a 50-60k cad budget for a car? I am so torn between this
My parents say I can get a brand new TL Type S with white exterior/black interior 6spd.
Or I can get a used m3, I am so lost now as to what I'm going to do... This car seems great, but... Imean I had one acura and I hate fwd... nissans's are out of the Q... what would one do if they were me and had a 50-60k cad budget for a car? I am so torn between this
10-12-2006, 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted by tehloxely
What would you need in order make an 04-06 utilize the MP3/WMA or XM/AUX support?
10-12-2006, 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by ggesq
You can pick up a used 07 550i in that price range
Not to mention I'd like a hard modders market following the car.
The TL has been pickedu p now with the quick production of a supercharger and whatnot,
Owning my 02 TL S (still have it) and having SS-p's on it is great, and I just want a new car where it has the backing of a TL, what scares me is the NEW engine not just a revision for the new Type S. It's so promising, it's so quick and it'd be a great daily driver but I"m still not sure I'd like to be stuck with this car for a minimal 1.5-2 years.
ANy other cars that are out there that are good? The 335i is OUT of the question, saw it and did NOT want it, interior is NOT up to snuff.
Thanks.
10-12-2006, 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by dampfnudel
A new sound system would be a good start. Almost anything is possible if you have the cash. If I get the '07 TL, I have a feeling that some 04-06 TL owners will have MP3/AUX envy when they see my '07. I'm sure determined owners will get the new key so that shouldn't be an issue.
The problem with the AUX/mp3 CD is you get no video... so you still gotta buy a nav2go/avelectronic unit... and the connection will be crazy.
My 2006 has an avelectronic switcher that allows three Audio and Video inputs.
I have a DVD/PS2 in the glove box, an Ipod Video on the dash, and a Mediagate HDD in the console.
The avelectronic unit also has a built in TV tuner and antenna... supports an installed backup camera (and 2 others if I so choose), and if I ever get around to installing headrest monitors, will support INDEPENDENT playback of these sources.
The front can watch Ipod Video, the left rear can play PS2, and the right rear can watch TV.
Needless to say, I have less money tied up in ALL of this for the price to upgrade to the new headunit... Something to consider, especially if you have a large mp3 collection on Ipod, and don't want to cart around CDs.
10-12-2006, 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Texas
The tame exhaust note inside the S may be due to the "Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) " feature for Type S only..??
Drove the type s today.....at WOT the exhaust is much sportier sounding, acceleration is Ok, the paddle shifters are excellent and the hold in all gears cool (1st included) Is it worth the extra? maybe but not over my 05 A-spec, the G35 seems very tempting right now (2007 model of course)
The one thing that suprised me was that there is a 2007 A-spec kit for the Type-S, it looks cool and they are keeping the wheels from 05/06
I am also suprised that the Type S has 17" wheels
10-13-2006, 12:44 AM
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video from vtec.net
http://www.vtec.net/articles/view-ar...icle_id=622962
the exhaust does sound a bit sportier.
http://www.vtec.net/articles/view-ar...icle_id=622962
the exhaust does sound a bit sportier.
10-13-2006, 01:22 AM
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Originally Posted by simont53
Drove the type s today.....at WOT the exhaust is much sportier sounding, acceleration is Ok, the paddle shifters are excellent and the hold in all gears cool (1st included) Is it worth the extra? maybe but not over my 05 A-spec, the G35 seems very tempting right now (2007 model of course)
The one thing that suprised me was that there is a 2007 A-spec kit for the Type-S, it looks cool and they are keeping the wheels from 05/06
I am also suprised that the Type S has 17" wheels
The one thing that suprised me was that there is a 2007 A-spec kit for the Type-S, it looks cool and they are keeping the wheels from 05/06
I am also suprised that the Type S has 17" wheels
10-13-2006, 01:27 AM
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Originally Posted by EternaLlx
video from vtec.net
http://www.vtec.net/articles/view-ar...icle_id=622962
the exhaust does sound a bit sportier.
http://www.vtec.net/articles/view-ar...icle_id=622962
the exhaust does sound a bit sportier.
FWD?.....Dont care
17" Honeycombs?.....Getting 20"z anyways
Torque steer?.....Im not going to race it for a living...
10-13-2006, 01:36 AM
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Originally Posted by dmoneyisfine
Oh...My...God......Watching that video sealed the deal for me..
FWD?.....Dont care
17" Honeycombs?.....Getting 20"z anyways
Torque steer?.....Im not going to race it for a living...
FWD?.....Dont care
17" Honeycombs?.....Getting 20"z anyways
Torque steer?.....Im not going to race it for a living...
If i were to get the type S i would change the lower grill on the bumper to get rid of the fog lights. Then finish the smoke on the headlights and get Blue DRLs. Put my Aspec rims on it. done.
God i want it too but then i know i'll regret when Sh-Awd version comes out.
only thing stopping me.
Originally Posted by dmoneyisfine
what does WOT mean??
10-13-2006, 01:44 AM
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Originally Posted by drtoth
The 335i is OUT of the question, saw it and did NOT want it, interior is NOT up to snuff.
I do agree about the interior, though.
10-13-2006, 01:59 AM
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Originally Posted by EternaLlx
Haha 20s and a new type S? lucky guy
If i were to get the type S i would change the lower grill on the bumper to get rid of the fog lights. Then finish the smoke on the headlights and get Blue DRLs. Put my Aspec rims on it. done.
God i want it too but then i know i'll regret when Sh-Awd version comes out. only thing stopping me.
Wide open thottle. as in flooring the gas pedal.
If i were to get the type S i would change the lower grill on the bumper to get rid of the fog lights. Then finish the smoke on the headlights and get Blue DRLs. Put my Aspec rims on it. done.
God i want it too but then i know i'll regret when Sh-Awd version comes out.
only thing stopping me.Wide open thottle. as in flooring the gas pedal.
10-13-2006, 02:23 AM
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I got mine on hold. I'm 19. I've got a WDP on hold but I dunno what color interior I want
Can it come in tan/black 2 tone? If it can then I'd rather have that, the black/cf was all good until I realized I had to sit in this car everyday.
Nonetheless I'm going to get it and I'll show pics when I have it.
Can it come in tan/black 2 tone? If it can then I'd rather have that, the black/cf was all good until I realized I had to sit in this car everyday.
Nonetheless I'm going to get it and I'll show pics when I have it.
10-13-2006, 12:46 PM
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So I guess nobody has actually bought this TypeS yet? I just wanna gauge what the price people are paying OTD. I'll probably look to grab one in Nov-Dec. A Christmas gift for myself. =)
10-13-2006, 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by EternaLlx
video from vtec.net
http://www.vtec.net/articles/view-ar...icle_id=622962
the exhaust does sound a bit sportier.
http://www.vtec.net/articles/view-ar...icle_id=622962
the exhaust does sound a bit sportier.
10-13-2006, 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by dragontales
So I guess nobody has actually bought this TypeS yet? I just wanna gauge what the price people are paying OTD. I'll probably look to grab one in Nov-Dec. A Christmas gift for myself. =)
Very nearly did price was sticker $38795 incl destination,
but then I drove the new G35......(first guy in ATL to do so apparently)
holy crap I am going to wait a month and get that, the G35 plain hauls ass !!!
10-13-2006, 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by simont53
I think cad = canadian $
Still, I don't know where he got his tax rate from, in Canada the lowest tax rate is in Alberta (6%) and the highest in NF (21.2%) with Ontario and BC in the middle at 14% and 13% respectively but his tax is even below the lowest.
hmmmmm
10-13-2006, 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by simont53
Very nearly did price was sticker $38795 incl destination,
but then I drove the new G35......(first guy in ATL to do so apparently)
holy crap I am going to wait a month and get that, the G35 plain hauls ass !!!
but then I drove the new G35......(first guy in ATL to do so apparently)
holy crap I am going to wait a month and get that, the G35 plain hauls ass !!!
10-13-2006, 08:51 PM
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I saw and sat in the new 07 G35, it's fugly IMHO and the interior is even worse. 
It joins the ranks of the M for cheesy interior decor and the quality is not so great. Worst Nissan product has to be the 07 Altima, the interior is bordering on GM quality. With all the Infinitis and Nissans, you slam the door and it sounds like a tin can with marbles in it.
It joins the ranks of the M for cheesy interior decor and the quality is not so great. Worst Nissan product has to be the 07 Altima, the interior is bordering on GM quality. With all the Infinitis and Nissans, you slam the door and it sounds like a tin can with marbles in it.