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Old 06-15-2011, 04:48 PM
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Crazy! Getting second new TL in 2 weeks!
I started a post about two weeks ago when i purchased a 12 tl with tech forged metal. I've been regretting getting a boring car so I decided to call the dealership today and see what they can do. Turns out there was a problem with my paperwork so I can just come in and hand it back! Couldn't believe it! Just got to the dealership and paid $3K more and getting a white on black sh-awd 6spd manual. Soo excited. Will post pics when I get home. I knew I was gonna hate myself for not getting exactly what I wanted two weeks ago because I got caught up in the moment and wanted to take a new car home. Let this be a lesson to all; don't rush and make sure you get what you want!
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Old 06-15-2011, 04:57 PM
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nice! 3k more is a steal.

is the car brand new? or used?
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I purchased a 4G TL. Loving it. I hate that they changed the bolt pattern. I have a set of 20" wheels off my 07 TL that wont fit on the 4G TL.
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I purchased a 4G TL. Loving it. I hate that they changed the bolt pattern. I have a set of 20" wheels off my 07 TL that wont fit on the 4G TL.
wtf 20's on a 3gtl..... pics or gtfo!!!
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Old 06-15-2011, 05:11 PM
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Old 06-15-2011, 05:21 PM
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I am sure there was never really a problem in the paper work! Dealers will do anything to get another sale, even if it includes lying.
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Nice color
The best color combo!
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Old 06-15-2011, 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by potmilkz
nice! 3k more is a steal.

is the car brand new? or used?
Brand new. My car had 800 miles and the new one has 100 miles
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so i still cant believe i did this; just got back home and wow the sh-awd vs fwd is a night and day difference. taking corners and highway on ramps is much more enjoyable.. the only down side so far that i can see is that the gas mileage is considerably worse (17/25 vs 20/29). here are two quick pics in my garage as it was getting dark



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That interior is looking sexy!! Nice pick up man!
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You are going to love that 6MT. Congrats on the pickup.
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thanks for all the congrats guys; loving it so far; driving stick is soo much more fun than auto and add the sh-awd and it's amazing

305 hp + sh-awd + 6 spd manual =
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Hopefully its the angle of the pic, hood/nose alignment appear to be off
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Old 06-16-2011, 08:06 AM
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That white is Hott
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Originally Posted by NwTSXmt
Hopefully its the angle of the pic, hood/nose alignment appear to be off
lol you suck; you had me go out during work to check; it's perfect took the opportunity to take a few more pics; these 18 inch rims are A LOT nicer than the 17's i had



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Dude look at the first pic you posted...its good...your SHAWD is hott, dont fret
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Originally Posted by omaralt
thanks for all the congrats guys; loving it so far; driving stick is soo much more fun than auto and add the sh-awd and it's amazing

305 hp + sh-awd + 6 spd manual =
you SOB...and i mean that with much love...hehe...you got the exact TL i wanted. she's more beautiful in the sunlight.
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Originally Posted by akiko2012
you SOB...and i mean that with much love...hehe...you got the exact TL i wanted. she's more beautiful in the sunlight.

lol thanks, forged metal is nice as well. my ideal would have been graphite w/taupe interior; but the 6spd manual is only available with ebony interior.. either way when it comes to the manual it's slim pickings and you take whats available
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Originally Posted by NwTSXmt
Hopefully its the angle of the pic, hood/nose alignment appear to be off
My '12 had some fitment issues where the upper grille and headlights meet the hood.. I had the dealership do some adjusting.. The OP will notice it when the initial sparkle wears off a little
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Nice 6MT, Congrats!

you got to get some tint on with all that Florida sun
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Let me add my congrats on your new car! Being a BWP owner with SH-AWD and Tech package (with those same 18" wheels), I can assure you that you have a nice car. I don't mind the stick but prefer the AUTO for a few reasons but regardless, that is a GORGEOUS car you have there. Any plans on putting some accessories? I see you have some splash guards on the front and back...were those already on the car or you bought them? My rear ones are B/O and never put any front ones because of the side skirts.
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The best color combo!
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Originally Posted by 007Acura
Nice 6MT, Congrats!

you got to get some tint on with all that Florida sun
getting it put on tomorrow; funny because the guy that the dealership works with is booked out for 3 weeks; so i booked him when i bought the first TL during memorial day weekend; so it worked out perfect

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Let me add my congrats on your new car! Being a BWP owner with SH-AWD and Tech package (with those same 18" wheels), I can assure you that you have a nice car. I don't mind the stick but prefer the AUTO for a few reasons but regardless, that is a GORGEOUS car you have there. Any plans on putting some accessories? I see you have some splash guards on the front and back...were those already on the car or you bought them? My rear ones are B/O and never put any front ones because of the side skirts.
ya the car came with a few dealer installed options; the splash guards, wheel locks, and the trunk tray. honestly i'm just going to tint it and leave it the way it is; no mods for me, love it the way it is
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Congrats! You did good! What a great decision to switch from a TL to the SH-AWD with 6MT!!! It looks really good :-)
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just got it tinted; i'm done for now



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Congrats! Car looks great man!
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Very Nice. what a beauty!
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Nice deal you executed! I know you said you're done for now with the tints-let's see how long you can hold and and not let the "mod bug" bite!
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