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Old 11-23-2010, 09:08 PM
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Thumbs up Just got a 2004 TL!

Just got a 2004 Acura TL! Paid 12,400. I will maybe get some pics up tomorrow when I have time. Black with camel interior. Really like it. It is alot of car for the money- navigation, voice activation, sportshift, etc.

Been driving Hondas my whole life so I guess this was the logical next step.

At first it bothered me that the G35 and 325i beat it out in the Car and Driver comparison test back then, but based on looks and features I really think this was the better car. I think a lot of those guys just dont like FWD.

Anyone else have any thoughts or advice?
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Originally Posted by Weevus
Just got a 2004 Acura TL! Paid 12,400. I will maybe get some pics up tomorrow when I have time. Black with camel interior. Really like it. It is alot of car for the money- navigation, voice activation, sportshift, etc.

Been driving Hondas my whole life so I guess this was the logical next step.

At first it bothered me that the G35 and 325i beat it out in the Car and Driver comparison test back then, but based on looks and features I really think this was the better car. I think a lot of those guys just dont like FWD.

Anyone else have any thoughts or advice?
Welcome to your new home/family bro. What questions do you have? I as well as many others know a lot about these great cars. If you can afford it, i'd first get the 2011 dvd navi upgrade. its on sale through this month for $99 bux vs. $189 it normally is. I'm sure there are many updates in your area added since 2004.
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Nice pickup. Nighthawk Black Pearl FTW!
Good choice with getting the navi.
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Congrats and welcome! Call me crazy, but I'd take my TL over those other cars any day. What mods do you have planned?...as you will soon find out if you're like most of us, the mod fever will consume you pretty quick!
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Originally Posted by ParaSurfer1979
Welcome to your new home/family bro. What questions do you have? I as well as many others know a lot about these great cars. If you can afford it, i'd first get the 2011 dvd navi upgrade. its on sale through this month for $99 bux vs. $189 it normally is. I'm sure there are many updates in your area added since 2004.
where?
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Congrats on the car and welcome to the forum. Just about any question you can think of has already been answered by doing a quick search on the forum. Below are a few links to checkout.

2011 DVD Navi upgrade (as stated earlier)
https://acurazine.com/forums/audio-video-electronics-navigation-22/%2499-navi-disc-2011-all-honda-acura-white-orange-797304/

FAQ 3G TL Garage (DIYs included)
https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-2004-2008-93/3g-tl-garage-faq-3g-tl-newbies-553554/
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Originally Posted by Weevus
Just got a 2004 Acura TL! Paid 12,400. I will maybe get some pics up tomorrow when I have time. Black with camel interior. Really like it. It is alot of car for the money- navigation, voice activation, sportshift, etc.

Been driving Hondas my whole life so I guess this was the logical next step.

At first it bothered me that the G35 and 325i beat it out in the Car and Driver comparison test back then, but based on looks and features I really think this was the better car. I think a lot of those guys just dont like FWD.

Anyone else have any thoughts or advice?
Not to worry. In 2004, the TL won MotorWeek's Luxury Performance Sports Sedan award of the year and took top honors with Car of the Year with them.
Old 11-24-2010, 06:39 AM
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Welcome aboard and post pics whenever you get a chance. Btw, your bank account goes downhill from here
Old 11-24-2010, 08:26 AM
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Welcome to the forum. I have a 2004 NBP with camel as well. Nice color combination, though keeping the black clean can be a nightmare (even with the car parked inside).
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GREAT choice , I also PIcked up this Spring a 2004 Night Hawk Black / Black Interior 6 speed Manual. I would rather have the Manual than the Navigation. Very difficult to find manual and navi for sale.

IT's a great car with lots of power, and best of all GREAT LOOKS.

Does Anyone in this post need a used set of 2004 Stock Wheels/Tires
Wheels are pretty nice condition. Mounted on Bridgestone Potenza G19
all season 245 45 17 tires are in Good condition and lots of tread.
looking to get $775.
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Hola! Sweet deal
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congrats on the pick up! sounds like you got a good deal.

welcome to the forum.
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Welcome and enjoy that 04 TL!!
Old 11-25-2010, 12:21 AM
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Nice early holiday gift to yourself-enjoy!
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Originally Posted by mrsimeon
GREAT choice , I also PIcked up this Spring a 2004 Night Hawk Black / Black Interior 6 speed Manual. I would rather have the Manual than the Navigation. Very difficult to find manual and navi for sale.

IT's a great car with lots of power, and best of all GREAT LOOKS.

Does Anyone in this post need a used set of 2004 Stock Wheels/Tires
Wheels are pretty nice condition. Mounted on Bridgestone Potenza G19
all season 245 45 17 tires are in Good condition and lots of tread.
looking to get $775.
Which is why I believe my '04 manual with NAV, which is garage kept, never seen snow, and is virtually pristine, will fetch a decent price when the time comes to let it go.
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congratz!
Also how many miles?
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Originally Posted by mrsimeon
GREAT choice , I also PIcked up this Spring a 2004 Night Hawk Black / Black Interior 6 speed Manual. I would rather have the Manual than the Navigation. Very difficult to find manual and navi for sale.
My 04 is MHT and also has Nav... how rare is this combo? (also has dealer installed a-spec kit)


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congrats
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