TL-S = Wow
09-25-2010, 09:26 PM
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TL-S = Wow
Hey lucky 3G owners. I was at the Honda dealership today, test driving a few cars for the wife, and there was a 07' TL-S on the lot so I decided to take it for a spin.
Wow. What a world of difference from the 4G. The car just felt... peppy. Quote on quote my wife says: "wow this is a happy car!"
For 29k...who knows, my wife might end up in a TL-S instead of a Crosstour
Wow. What a world of difference from the 4G. The car just felt... peppy. Quote on quote my wife says: "wow this is a happy car!"
For 29k...who knows, my wife might end up in a TL-S instead of a Crosstour
09-25-2010, 09:34 PM
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I'm still digging mine, 3 1/2 years later. For a 3700 pound sedan, it get moving pretty well.
I'm also still hopeful for 2012 Type-S. If they launch one, I'll probably be in line.
I'm also still hopeful for 2012 Type-S. If they launch one, I'll probably be in line.
09-25-2010, 10:13 PM
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after 72k im still in love with mine ... i wanna keep mine til the wheels fall off then im gonna put them back on and keep driving ... its probably one of the best cars acura has ever made
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09-26-2010, 01:31 PM
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The best way to describe the TL (TL-S) is nimble. The steering feels like you are glued to the ground - the 4G seems quite electronic. And when using the paddle shifters even, there's a more pronounced shifting feeling unlike the 4G which is all smooth.
The only caveat is I'd want it in White or Black. The one I drove smelt like it'd been smoked in and was in Silver.
The only caveat is I'd want it in White or Black. The one I drove smelt like it'd been smoked in and was in Silver.
09-26-2010, 07:51 PM
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09-27-2010, 01:26 AM
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09-27-2010, 08:15 AM
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I'm relatively new to the Type S, but was glad to hear it compared favorably to the 4G TL. We stepped back into the Honda family, getting rid of a Mazdaspeed3 to a '07 Type S and was blown away at how well sorted and planted the car felt.
I can also confirm it's peppiness. About a month after purchase, I went to Road America for a vintage car race. During lunch, if you paid, you could "tour" the track behind a pace car. Apparently the pace car didn't get the memo as it turned into a "Track Day Lite". I was probably pushing the car 7/10ths and passing/repassing various cars. The Type S certainly held it's own! Granted, the brake life was compromised quite a bit and I certainly wasn't going to tell the wife I did that to her car. But it was all fun.
I can also confirm it's peppiness. About a month after purchase, I went to Road America for a vintage car race. During lunch, if you paid, you could "tour" the track behind a pace car. Apparently the pace car didn't get the memo as it turned into a "Track Day Lite". I was probably pushing the car 7/10ths and passing/repassing various cars. The Type S certainly held it's own! Granted, the brake life was compromised quite a bit and I certainly wasn't going to tell the wife I did that to her car. But it was all fun.
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Kooty-tell your wife she how much better she looks in the Type S than the Honda Crossover.
09-28-2010, 11:47 PM
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A little update on my end. It's down to a brand new Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 2010, or the TL-S.
I just drove the Evo and Lancer today. Anyone who hasn't drove either should definitely give it a shot. Don't let the I4 fool you - the car has a shitload of kick to it. And handles like a champ with the SH-AWD-like S-AWC.
But honestly I don't think my wife would feel comfortable in the Ralliart. When the Turbo kicks in, it's a hell of a ride - and the NA TL-S feels quite a bit smoother.
09-29-2010, 12:59 AM
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^ hey u can find a 07 TL-S alot cheaper than 29K! you can prob get one around 23-25K with low miles probably around 40,000 ... ive had mine 3 years this month and actually like it more than the day i bought it not many cars out there right now that i would be willing to trade into for the price
09-29-2010, 01:08 AM
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07 WDP TL Type S
ive had my 07 WDP TL-S only since may and i find excuses to drive it as much as i can. hell, just to buy the car i drove from massachusetts to virginia and back = 20 hours of driving in a span of 24 hours.
def worth it.
def worth it.
09-29-2010, 01:08 AM
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I might be wrong, but I doubt that Lancer will have the ride comfort, interior comfort and appointments or the overall fit, finish and build quality that a TL does.
I don't doubt for a second that it's a great sporty platform, but I'm betting it's less refined than the TL.
I don't doubt for a second that it's a great sporty platform, but I'm betting it's less refined than the TL.
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