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Old 10-06-2009, 01:19 PM
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that ONE RED tl
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Picked up a TL
Here's a preview from the dealer pic..

Different, I know.
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Old 10-06-2009, 01:23 PM
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WOW rare color ... congrats and welcome! ( I don't think I ever seen a red one on the road )
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Looks nice and clean man

But was it repainted? I can't say I've seen that color on a TL before
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never seen that color, or should i say that shade if red on a tl. Upper grill piece that's on teh hood is also red so maybe the car was resprayed
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Old 10-06-2009, 02:22 PM
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deff not oem
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Old 10-06-2009, 02:30 PM
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nice color ... but def not oem
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any more pics plzz...
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Old 10-06-2009, 02:42 PM
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Although it does look nice i red, it's definitely not an OEM color. The only red Acura puts on the TL is the Redondo Red Pearl i believe, which is a much darker red.
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Old 10-06-2009, 02:52 PM
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i'd figure out why it was painted...
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Old 10-06-2009, 03:33 PM
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deff not oem
Yeah, I've got red, but not that red. Really nice color though. Wonder if the dealer had it painted or a previous owner.
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Old 10-06-2009, 04:04 PM
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Your front plate is a mosaic, might want to get that checked out

Anyways nice color, definately one of a kind for a TL, does make you wonder why they repainted it though hopefully it was just for fun and not because it was in a serious wreck.
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Old 10-06-2009, 04:26 PM
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I had a Chrysler Sebring that was Fire Engine red-just like that. Loved the color!
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Old 10-06-2009, 05:06 PM
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That is HOT on a TL. Nice find, as long as it passes a thorough independent inspection.
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Old 10-06-2009, 05:18 PM
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cars a repaint no doubt about it but i could make redd look sickkkkkkkkkkk
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Old 10-06-2009, 05:55 PM
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That's a nice color. I've never seen one like that one before. Also its already lowered? Dude you are good to go. Hopefully you can post some more pics up next time. Good job bro!

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Old 10-06-2009, 07:36 PM
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i see ballin potential
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Old 10-06-2009, 07:53 PM
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car is definitely dropped.

top of the grill is painted too.

looks sick
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Old 10-06-2009, 08:15 PM
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niceeee.... nice red paint job on it
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Old 10-06-2009, 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by AnthraciteAspec
Your front plate is a mosaic, might want to get that checked out
^^^^Not only is his front plate a mosaic but the entire city behind him is also a mosaic. That and this never before seen color....maybe this guy is from a parallel galaxy
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Old 10-06-2009, 09:25 PM
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Pretty cool, post up more pics when you get a chance!
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Old 10-07-2009, 03:13 AM
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Is it a rebuilt wreck? Weird seeing a bright red TL.

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Old 10-07-2009, 04:19 AM
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wow! i would paint my tl red just like that.

is it properly painted? like the engine bay painted as well? pics?
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Old 10-07-2009, 08:25 AM
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^^^^Not only is his front plate a mosaic but the entire city behind him is also a mosaic. That and this never before seen color....maybe this guy is from a parallel galaxy
LOL - It does look HOT! - A-SPEC and more pics please sir
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Old 10-07-2009, 08:50 AM
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Regardless of the color still a tl and yur gunna be the only one pullin up in a red colored tl in tht shade.. Yu can do alot of smoking to tht car cause of color like the type s side marks and smoked out tail lights and type s rims painted black dropped a inch or two.. Car has potential goodlooks bro...
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Old 10-07-2009, 09:05 AM
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that TL was on youtube
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Old 10-07-2009, 10:33 AM
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Very nice color.
Would love to see more angle shots of this.
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Got any more pics of the car from different angles?

And definitely an aftermarket paint job, but looks good.
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Old 10-07-2009, 12:01 PM
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defintely a nice color
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Could be a cool color to do a very aggressive setup.
Also, is that a Washington state plate? Colors looks like it might be.

And you must be strong, if you can pick up a TL.
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Old 10-07-2009, 12:46 PM
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sick color and sick ass drop! this TL is hot!
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Old 10-07-2009, 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by ludachrisvt
that TL was on youtube
post the links!
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Originally Posted by AnthraciteAspec
Your front plate is a mosaic, might want to get that checked out

Anyways nice color, definately one of a kind for a TL, does make you wonder why they repainted it though hopefully it was just for fun and not because it was in a serious wreck.
Aha, I'm coming from a 95 Integra GSR Sedan so I'm a little paranoid about theft.. since on a top 10 list of stolen cars, Integra filled in 7 spots.. Maybe I don't need to be as paranoid with this car.

Car's got a clean title, so seems like the prev. owner did it to be different.

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wow! i would paint my tl red just like that.

is it properly painted? like the engine bay painted as well? pics?
Unfortunately the bay isn't painted but everything else is... jams, etc. Orig color was white, I'm still very happy with the paint job.

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Could be a cool color to do a very aggressive setup.
Also, is that a Washington state plate? Colors looks like it might be.

And you must be strong, if you can pick up a TL.
Located in SoCal.

So far I've been very happy with this car. Only problems I've had are minor.

CD player was jamming - dealer fixed with new faceplate at their cost
Intake hose has a small tear - already ordered my Injen CAI
and the tabs on my battery cover are broken - anyone got a spare?

Future plans are A-spec front (don't care too much for the looks of the rear - sorry if this offends anyone lol) - exhaust - and wheeels.

I'll try to get more pics up soon!
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Old 10-07-2009, 02:36 PM
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I really like that color!
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Old 10-07-2009, 02:57 PM
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Originally Posted by DimwitRj
Future plans are A-spec front (don't care too much for the looks of the rear - sorry if this offends anyone lol) - exhaust - and wheeels.

I'll try to get more pics up soon!

Well, you gotta find out what the color name of the car is, or even better find out the paint code, cuz you will HAVE to get it custom painted. As it isnt a stock color.

GL with getting the paint code. OR if theres a good paint shop or body shop in your town, they have this tool (kinda like a paint depth reader) but it reads the color of the paint and they can try match it. Just something to look forward too when getting your front lip.

oh and since you dont like the 04-06 rear lip, i suggest getting the 07-08 type S rear with quad mufflers, IMO thats the BEST looking rear lip out of the WHOLE 2 options we have.

In other words, PLEASE complete the kit. Just the front lip will look akward.
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Old 10-07-2009, 03:08 PM
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Where in so cal are you exactly?

Check our SoCal section for meets!

https://acurazine.com/forums/socal-310/

I would like to see this TL in person
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Nicely done...great car.
About the battery cover tabs...might I suggest you let this slide...only because I've managed to break ALL my tabs on my engine covers and I was being careful...the covers to not move though once locked into place even without them!

About the Aspec...should look great on this car. Very nice custom color. Please post more pics...very curious to see what a red TL looks like. For touch up I think there's a civic red (milano?) that might match up pretty well. I would love to see pics of the engine bay and how they pulled it off.

Thanks and congrats again!
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Yeah I think everyone I know the tabs are busted on their battery covers lol, those things are shit, but yeah like rockstar said if you just let it sit there it won't move.
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Originally Posted by AnthraciteAspec
Where in so cal are you exactly?

Check our SoCal section for meets!

https://acurazine.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=310

I would like to see this TL in person
+1

That car has potential for sure.

Full Aspec kit + that color =
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Old 10-07-2009, 06:22 PM
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Originally Posted by AnthraciteAspec
Where in so cal are you exactly?

Check our SoCal section for meets!

https://acurazine.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=310

I would like to see this TL in person
Located in North Orange County, a few miles away from Knott's. I'd like to see your car too, looks sick.
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