2009 TL Pictures? ***NEW PICS ON PAGE 44***
07-17-2008, 09:30 AM
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here's my stab at it, and I am absolutely going to make an alternative to the A-Spec kit. If Acura makes a full bumper with the A-Spec like they did with the TSX, I will make a subtle lip kit and vice versa.
I still have to figure out what to do with that mess they had in the lower vents.
I still have to figure out what to do with that mess they had in the lower vents.
07-17-2008, 09:39 AM
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A grille alternative would be my # 1 request! Aside from that, I'm digging the 4G so far, just not enough to trade in my 3G for it. I'm still hoping you guys make the 3G grille! ;-)
A grille alternative would be my # 1 request! Aside from that, I'm digging the 4G so far, just not enough to trade in my 3G for it. I'm still hoping you guys make the 3G grille! ;-)
07-17-2008, 09:42 AM
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nice
Originally Posted by DKD
Just for fun...2009 TL Type-S Coupe. lol.
Ok, just get rid of that ridiculous front fender now....
07-17-2008, 01:08 PM
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Its great to see how many people are modding the '09 TL. I just want to hold my judgment until I see the front grille in person.
It can't be that bad..
The RonJon Grille looks good but we all have to see how integrated the new grille is with the sheet metal. I am sure Acura made it somewhat hard to swap out the grille like in all the photoshops...
It can't be that bad..
The RonJon Grille looks good but we all have to see how integrated the new grille is with the sheet metal. I am sure Acura made it somewhat hard to swap out the grille like in all the photoshops...
07-17-2008, 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by evoman
Now that is how the 4G grille should look! SLOT GRILL RULES!
Ok, just get rid of that ridiculous front fender now....
Ok, just get rid of that ridiculous front fender now....
attempt at pearl white, but it turned out it to be a pain in the ass.
went a little crazy with the cf too lol. whoops.
07-17-2008, 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by levon1830
The grille that DKD produced is freaking nice! I wonder how difficult (and costly) it would be to fabricate and install on the 4G TL...
07-17-2008, 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by static808
Its great to see how many people are modding the '09 TL. I just want to hold my judgment until I see the front grille in person.
It can't be that bad..
The RonJon Grille looks good but we all have to see how integrated the new grille is with the sheet metal. I am sure Acura made it somewhat hard to swap out the grille like in all the photoshops...
It can't be that bad..
The RonJon Grille looks good but we all have to see how integrated the new grille is with the sheet metal. I am sure Acura made it somewhat hard to swap out the grille like in all the photoshops...
07-17-2008, 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Xpditor
07-17-2008, 07:15 PM
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You know you have a good point about 4G hopefully having an upgraded voice control... I was reminded of how accurate and fast Google's Free 411 service is. I've seen people with really bad accents still be able to use it very well. Maybe Acura should have Google do the whole navigation project, including voice.
Originally Posted by redman042
I think losing the touch screen nav is a HUGE mistake, though I'm not surprised because that seems to be the trend with all lux cars these days. It's funny how smartphones are all moving from scroll wheels, trackballs, and arrow keys to touchscreens, while the exact opposite happens with built-in navs.
The only saving grace would be if the new nav has substantially upgraded voice control for entering streets and addresses, and also business names, so that you never have to use the wheel to enter letters and numbers. The voice response has to be accurate and FAST. Otherwise we're talking major tedium spinning that stupid wheel around to pick letters one by one.
I also just don't like how the new interior looks. The 3G TL is clean and high tech at the same time. It's a great balance.
The only saving grace would be if the new nav has substantially upgraded voice control for entering streets and addresses, and also business names, so that you never have to use the wheel to enter letters and numbers. The voice response has to be accurate and FAST. Otherwise we're talking major tedium spinning that stupid wheel around to pick letters one by one.
I also just don't like how the new interior looks. The 3G TL is clean and high tech at the same time. It's a great balance.
07-18-2008, 08:09 AM
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Originally Posted by redman042
I think losing the touch screen nav is a HUGE mistake, though I'm not surprised because that seems to be the trend with all lux cars these days. It's funny how smartphones are all moving from scroll wheels, trackballs, and arrow keys to touchscreens, while the exact opposite happens with built-in navs.
The only saving grace would be if the new nav has substantially upgraded voice control for entering streets and addresses, and also business names, so that you never have to use the wheel to enter letters and numbers. The voice response has to be accurate and FAST. Otherwise we're talking major tedium spinning that stupid wheel around to pick letters one by one.
I also just don't like how the new interior looks. The 3G TL is clean and high tech at the same time. It's a great balance.
The only saving grace would be if the new nav has substantially upgraded voice control for entering streets and addresses, and also business names, so that you never have to use the wheel to enter letters and numbers. The voice response has to be accurate and FAST. Otherwise we're talking major tedium spinning that stupid wheel around to pick letters one by one.
I also just don't like how the new interior looks. The 3G TL is clean and high tech at the same time. It's a great balance.
07-18-2008, 12:30 PM
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I know I may get bashed here but the 3G TL is really looking dated to me. I don't have alot of room to talk since I mainly drive a 01 CL-S and partially drive a 07 TSX...but I did like the 3G until about a year ago and started seeing them all the time and kinda makes me sick of them. For some reason the 09 TSX bodystyle looks cheap to me compared to my 07 tsx so I don't get the dated feeling with my tsx as I do the 3G TL. W/ the 4G coming out and seeing the body style that is somewhat copied from toyota/infiniti/nissan I actually tend to like that bodystyle better ...even without the character line like the 3G TL had.
I still think the grille is horrendous on it and the 09 RL and 09 TSX but what are you going to do? I just hope rondog and other fabricators make a killing on custom grilles for these cars. Job security right? ha.
I know everybody has their different opinion though so to each his own.
I still think the grille is horrendous on it and the 09 RL and 09 TSX but what are you going to do? I just hope rondog and other fabricators make a killing on custom grilles for these cars. Job security right? ha.
I know everybody has their different opinion though so to each his own.
07-18-2008, 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by cbusAcuracls
I know I may get bashed here but the 3G TL is really looking dated to me. I don't have alot of room to talk since I mainly drive a 01 CL-S and partially drive a 07 TSX...but I did like the 3G until about a year ago and started seeing them all the time and kinda makes me sick of them. For some reason the 09 TSX bodystyle looks cheap to me compared to my 07 tsx so I don't get the dated feeling with my tsx as I do the 3G TL. W/ the 4G coming out and seeing the body style that is somewhat copied from toyota/infiniti/nissan I actually tend to like that bodystyle better ...even without the character line like the 3G TL had.
I still think the grille is horrendous on it and the 09 RL and 09 TSX but what are you going to do? I just hope rondog and other fabricators make a killing on custom grilles for these cars. Job security right? ha.
I know everybody has their different opinion though so to each his own.
I still think the grille is horrendous on it and the 09 RL and 09 TSX but what are you going to do? I just hope rondog and other fabricators make a killing on custom grilles for these cars. Job security right? ha.
I know everybody has their different opinion though so to each his own.
That is why everybody is customizing their cars - not to get bored of the same look. 4G looks good for now, but you'll see after 5 years it will become "regular" car. It works similar way as you would eat the same food everyday and it would start to become like nothing special.
If you take the consideration point in general, you can see that 3G looks very good in a whole car market. It has a shape, where your eyes doesn't stop for flaws or mistakes, because there are no. But everybody has different life experience, so it stays as everybody's opinions.
07-18-2008, 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by cbusAcuracls
I know I may get bashed here but the 3G TL is really looking dated to me. I don't have alot of room to talk since I mainly drive a 01 CL-S and partially drive a 07 TSX...but I did like the 3G until about a year ago and started seeing them all the time and kinda makes me sick of them. For some reason the 09 TSX bodystyle looks cheap to me compared to my 07 tsx so I don't get the dated feeling with my tsx as I do the 3G TL. W/ the 4G coming out and seeing the body style that is somewhat copied from toyota/infiniti/nissan I actually tend to like that bodystyle better ...even without the character line like the 3G TL had.
I still think the grille is horrendous on it and the 09 RL and 09 TSX but what are you going to do? I just hope rondog and other fabricators make a killing on custom grilles for these cars. Job security right? ha.
I know everybody has their different opinion though so to each his own.
I still think the grille is horrendous on it and the 09 RL and 09 TSX but what are you going to do? I just hope rondog and other fabricators make a killing on custom grilles for these cars. Job security right? ha.
I know everybody has their different opinion though so to each his own.
07-18-2008, 01:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Xpditor
Now this front grill I like!! I still think the high fender bulges are distracting, but the grill is the big thing for me the new 09 Acura Grills are horrible!
07-18-2008, 01:28 PM
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Originally Posted by KeithL
I was thinking that myself a little bit, but then I look at the front of my 08 Type-S and relaize I think the back end is what is dating the car or making it a bit plain, the front sill looks fresh and appealing.
I agree with your back end comment.
I'd be happy if they would some how put the 08 Grille on the 09 body.
07-18-2008, 05:42 PM
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DKD's photoshop was the best one so far IMO.
If we could see it with the center of the grille a bit lower similar to the 2g grille, with a modified B pilliar and a slightly lower roof?
If we could see it with the center of the grille a bit lower similar to the 2g grille, with a modified B pilliar and a slightly lower roof?
07-18-2008, 07:11 PM
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Originally Posted by cbusAcuracls
Yea the front of the 08 Type-S is by far the best looking around imo.
I agree with your back end comment.
I'd be happy if they would some how put the 08 Grille on the 09 body.
I agree with your back end comment.
I'd be happy if they would some how put the 08 Grille on the 09 body.
The rear screams Civic Si IMO. Maybe someone can photoshop this?
07-18-2008, 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Bearcat94
Why I remember back in the old days, you had to lock your own doors, turn off your own lights and roll down your own windows.
Whipper-Snappers.
07-20-2008, 10:03 AM
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Wow, that is a beautiful chop.. Color is sick too.. The front of the 4G reminds me of the Ron John kit for the 3G. See where the bottom grill is, and then the middle part comes.. Similar.
07-20-2008, 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by KeithL
Now this front grill I like!! I still think the high fender bulges are distracting, but the grill is the big thing for me the new 09 Acura Grills are horrible!
07-21-2008, 04:37 AM
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definitely feeling that black TL. wouldnt buy it though unless its a type S and manual. thank God thats still in 4 years or so because my car is only a year old.
07-21-2008, 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by VmtSquad
Any good pics of the rear ??? cant wait to see that BUTT....
This is all that we have, along with all the covered spy pics....
