Finally made the switch into '10 TL

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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 10:26 AM
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Finally made the switch into '10 TL

I had been very impressed by the 4G TL since I saw it in 2008. It took 4 years but finally I am going to get one. The car is being prepped at the dealership right now and they have put in an '12 MDX for the meanwhile.

Looking forward to picking it up either tonight or Friday morning.

Any tips / pointers on things to be checked before it rolls off the dealer's lot.
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 04:45 PM
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Nice B K R! It sounds like you have waited long enough, 4 yrs wow. How's the mdx?
Go over your TL with a fined tooth comb, make sure it is what it was when you first looked at it.
I always read all the paperwork carefully when im signing my life away in the finance guys office. Post some pics when you can!
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Old Aug 8, 2012 | 05:30 PM
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What color? If CBP, click here.
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 08:55 AM
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Nice B K R! It sounds like you have waited long enough, 4 yrs wow. How's the mdx?
Go over your TL with a fined tooth comb, make sure it is what it was when you first looked at it.
I always read all the paperwork carefully when im signing my life away in the finance guys office. Post some pics when you can!

In general I never felt drawn to the X. I always felt that for the money the Odyssey was a better buy, at least for my needs. The '12 MDX is certainly very refined with the 6 speed, but again not something I see owning myself. From the 150 Miles that I had it, below are my quick thoughts

Likes:
6 Speed was very smooth
Nice Interior & Great Navigation system
Bluetooth was easy to use and very clear

Dislikes:
MID didn't have instant MPG display
Overall ride quality.
No place on the door arm rest to keep coins, etc
Low MPG (I was even using a light foot)



The paperwork for TL was already done earlier when I dropped off my RL. I did a reassessment of the TL at pickup and found a few small things that were overlooked and those were quickly addressed. Overall pickup was a breeze, no major surprises. PICs will be coming soon.
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 09:01 AM
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Congrats - enjoy your new ride! My own 10 has been trouble-free since delivery.
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 09:19 AM
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Originally Posted by ucf_bronco
What color? If CBP, click here.
Pics will be uploaded soon.


Originally Posted by Oswald Vater
Congrats - enjoy your new ride! My own 10 has been trouble-free since delivery.
Thanks.

I was able to get the service history on the car, looks like the previous owner had a rear speaker, 2 rear door latches and the TC replaced under warranty.
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 12:25 PM
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Pics, and congrats!!!
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 12:28 PM
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Congrats, enjoy the new ride.
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 12:40 PM
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Congrats and enjoy!!!
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Old Aug 9, 2012 | 04:21 PM
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Congrats B K R, good to hear the buying process went smooth. Also thanks for the review of the MDX!
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 08:34 AM
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First Mod completed yesterday: Can anyone spot it ?

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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 10:54 AM
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First Mod completed yesterday: Can anyone spot it ?
Fog lights?
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 02:03 PM
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Okay, okay, I think I got this one................window tint??
Looks great if my guess is right - What % is it?
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 02:19 PM
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Tints? Car looks good. Throw a kit on that baby.
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 05:09 PM
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Congrats BKR-I like your new ride.
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 05:53 PM
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Looking sharp!!! congrats and enjoy the ride.
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Old Aug 10, 2012 | 09:47 PM
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Mod1 was getting Tinting done...

Originally Posted by LawnPro
Okay, okay, I think I got this one................window tint??
Looks great if my guess is right - What % is it?
Bingo It is 35% on side and rear. With black interior it tends to look a bit darker than the actual %.

Originally Posted by diddy_nyc
Tints? Car looks good. Throw a kit on that baby.
Not planning for an underbody kit as of now.


Originally Posted by Steven Bell
Congrats BKR-I like your new ride.
Thanks.

Originally Posted by KarKraze
Looking sharp!!! congrats and enjoy the ride.
Thanks.
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