View Poll Results: How many of you have an A-Spec kit?? If so, do you think it was worth the $$ spent??
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How Many A-Spec bodykits do we have here??
06-09-2004, 11:15 PM
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How Many A-Spec bodykits do we have here??
How many ppl have the A-Spec Bodykit?? and are you satisfy how much you spent for the Kit?
06-10-2004, 01:54 AM
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Adding front mats? Those are standard. So, your saying that you paid about $1,500 for the bodykit and the decklid, right? I guess it's not bad as an installed price. eBay prices are about $800 for the kit and another $220 or so for the decklid. Looks like you spent ~$480 to get it installed...
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06-10-2004, 02:46 AM
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Originally Posted by pearltl
Anybody>?
That is a dam good price you got! Up in Canada, Acura charges $2500 for the kit and works out to be around $1900 US approx install price. Nice car(Pearl White)!! I was going to purchase the same color; however, it did not come in black interior w/the aluminum finish. So I went with the Black on black. Host some pics once you put on those 19"inch shoes!!!
06-10-2004, 10:37 AM
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I bought the kit (excluding the wheels) for $800 shipped from Norm Reeves in Cali.
I installed it myself -- very simple install... the only part that takes some concentration is the front underspoiler b/c you actually have to drill holes in the original bumper.
Oh, and be prepared w/ you own 3M heavy duty double sided foam tape ... b/c the crap that comes on the body kit is worthless... doesn't stick worth sh-t!! you'll need to reinfornce the seams if you expect a gap-less install in the front and rear skirts.
Best of luck to all...i NEVER regret getting this kit...i get compliments from everyone,and i get looks from many people on the road b/c of the kit.... the TL w/o the kit is pretty boring IMHO .. but again, that's MY opinion for those who don't understand acronyms, or free speech for that matter.
I installed it myself -- very simple install... the only part that takes some concentration is the front underspoiler b/c you actually have to drill holes in the original bumper.
Oh, and be prepared w/ you own 3M heavy duty double sided foam tape ... b/c the crap that comes on the body kit is worthless... doesn't stick worth sh-t!! you'll need to reinfornce the seams if you expect a gap-less install in the front and rear skirts.
Best of luck to all...i NEVER regret getting this kit...i get compliments from everyone,and i get looks from many people on the road b/c of the kit.... the TL w/o the kit is pretty boring IMHO .. but again, that's MY opinion for those who don't understand acronyms, or free speech for that matter.
06-10-2004, 10:40 AM
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I want to get it, but my wife just doesn't understand $800+ for "looks?!" Maybe I can do the old kids trick of adding up holidays... "Fathers day, and my birthday, and christmas, c'mon honey!" 
06-10-2004, 12:03 PM
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Originally Posted by ndabunka
Adding front mats? Those are standard. So, your saying that you paid about $1,500 for the bodykit and the decklid, right? I guess it's not bad as an installed price. eBay prices are about $800 for the kit and another $220 or so for the decklid. Looks like you spent ~$480 to get it installed...
06-10-2004, 12:15 PM
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I got my A-Spec body kit for about $950 installed. I also got the A-Spec steering wheel for $250. I think it's worth it---make the TL much more aggressive-looking and sportier--it makes the "regular" TL look way boring in comparison.
06-10-2004, 12:35 PM
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I was one of the first to 'just get" the aero kit in Oct of 03. The A-SPEC package didn`t come out yet, but I was not about to pay the price.
Just put on the kit and Comptech springs, and wide rubber. Completely satisfied!
Just put on the kit and Comptech springs, and wide rubber. Completely satisfied!
06-10-2004, 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by PetesTL
I got my A-Spec body kit for about $950 installed. I also got the A-Spec steering wheel for $250. I think it's worth it---make the TL much more aggressive-looking and sportier--it makes the "regular" TL look way boring in comparison.
I too believe that it is an aggressive add-on, that doesn't take away from the classiness.
06-10-2004, 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by PoochaKannInc
That is an amazing freaking price installed. The dealers I have been asking have been quoting me $1475 etc. etc. I finally got it down to $1275 (both prices w/o tax added). I finally called up Park Avenue Acura...and they offered me a price of ~$1250 including tax. I might end up going w/ them. I'll know by next week for sure if I'll be getting the kit.
I too believe that it is an aggressive add-on, that doesn't take away from the classiness.
I too believe that it is an aggressive add-on, that doesn't take away from the classiness.
There is such a big difference with the kit than without the kit. Without the kit, the car looks so naked! The body kit makes the car look 100X better.
06-10-2004, 02:39 PM
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The only thing i dislike about the bodykit is that the front and rear spoilers don't integrate into the seamless pattern of the front bumper. You see the obvious line where the front and rear skirts/underspoilers are slapped onto the respective bumpers. The sideskirts are seamlessly integrated, and I love that! I wish they would have thought more about the design of the front OEM bumper to better accomodate a future underspoiler that would be seamless.
06-10-2004, 04:16 PM
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I don't know how much I paid for mine. I made a list of features I wanted added. Then negotiated the final price of $33,400 before taxes. Included deck lid spoiler, side moldings, moon roof visor, and the under body spoilers. (side, back, front). I'm not sure I like the back spoiler 
, now I think it spoils (no pun intended) the look of the rear bumper.
, now I think it spoils (no pun intended) the look of the rear bumper.
06-10-2004, 07:52 PM
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Originally Posted by PeterUbers
Thanks for the props! But we shall agree to disagree on the A-spec 18's... i think they're mah-vuh-luss!
Sweet pic dude!!! Host some more if you have any. Canada Acura is really ripping us off up here!!! We pay equivelent approx $1900 US for the kit while most of you are getting it for only $950!!!!:crying: :swear2: :angry:
06-10-2004, 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by ed99
Sweet pic dude!!! Host some more if you have any. Canada Acura is really ripping us off up here!!! We pay equivelent approx $1900 US for the kit while most of you are getting it for only $950!!!!:crying: :swear2: :angry:
www.cardomain.com/id/peterubers
it's nice cuz you'll see the before and after pics of the bodykit
06-10-2004, 09:50 PM
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I love my Abyss Blue TL auto with A-Spec body kit (lip spoiler), 18" wheels.Michelin Pilot A/S tires,A-Spec steering wheel,back-up sensors and A-Spec badge.....as most of you know the complete A-Spec package is not available up here in Canada (rumour has it will be an option for '05) so i had to order most of the parts seperately....all that's left is the suspension/lowering kit and the high performance brake kit......i'm still thinking about it.....BTW my car gets looks everytime i'm on the streets....especially from the tuner crowd !!
06-10-2004, 11:53 PM
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Originally Posted by PeterUbers
Thanks man, here's my website at cardomain:
www.cardomain.com/id/peterubers
it's nice cuz you'll see the before and after pics of the bodykit
www.cardomain.com/id/peterubers
it's nice cuz you'll see the before and after pics of the bodykit
Seems like you bought the front chin spoiler first and later added on the side and rear skirts. Why not buy the whole kit at once?
06-11-2004, 01:29 AM
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Ed99.....did you buy yours from Richmond Acura ???.....mine was bought at North Shore.....i believe there is only a handful of TL owners with the A-Spec body kit and wheels here in the lower mainland......have not seen another yet on the road....
06-11-2004, 01:35 AM
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Hey DC5 !......i found the part # for the suspension kit on e-bay.....then i passed it on to parts at North Shore....Chris told me that the part will be available later in the year....i also would like to get the performance brake pad kit....i wonder if it features the painted acura calipers ?.....some of us should meet up sometime !!!!
06-11-2004, 12:34 PM
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Originally Posted by ed99
Seems like you bought the front chin spoiler first and later added on the side and rear skirts. Why not buy the whole kit at once?
06-11-2004, 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Cdn04TL
Hey DC5 !......i found the part # for the suspension kit on e-bay.....then i passed it on to parts at North Shore....Chris told me that the part will be available later in the year....i also would like to get the performance brake pad kit....i wonder if it features the painted acura calipers ?.....some of us should meet up sometime !!!!
06-11-2004, 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Cdn04TL
Ed99.....did you buy yours from Richmond Acura ???.....mine was bought at North Shore.....i believe there is only a handful of TL owners with the A-Spec body kit and wheels here in the lower mainland......have not seen another yet on the road....
How much did you end up paying for yours at NorthShore w/the kit?? I went there but couldn't close the deal. They offer me only $1000 off and not a penny more they say. So I went further out to Lougheed and was able to complete my deal there. Got around $1500 off but took a long time to negotiate tho.
06-12-2004, 06:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Qatar
Well, i paid $6200 labor included.
The body kit doesn't do it for me, the lines of the car flow better without it. That's why I only want the A-spec suspension, the most important component.