George Knighton

A couple of magazines have reported that engineers told them that they set out to produce a transmission that had shorter throws and more positive shifts than the best six speed that Honda had put out so far.

Maybe? Or maybe it's a 6-6 vs automatic difference?

StuartMMVITL

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Now you've got me thinking... They look a bit bluish/white, I'll have to take a closer look. Maybe the blue "ambient" lighting is making them look a bit blue??

Sandals

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Thanks for the reply,

I guess it know what to ask for Christmas. One last question on the photos, did you shoot raw or jpeg?

And I am waiting for something to go wrong on my car, so i can try out a 4g for a few days. But, the thing never has any trouble.

-Alex

StuartMMVITL

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I prefer to shoot RAW as it gives you more control & options. If you need to make any adjustments later it quite a bit easier. Unless you are limited on disk space or aren't ever going to make any out of camera processing adjustments, I think RAW is the way to go.

AZN.M3NACE

im feelin the 4G TL now... just the grille gets me off... maybe if it was RJ's Custom Grille, then it'd be a different story haha.

overall, very clean for a 1 month old TL

StuartMMVITL

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Did a quick detail and mounted the 19" HPT's back on as the weather has been co-operative lately. Also had the windows tinted with 3M CS-35, as I wan't able to find any dealers with Huper-Optik.

Enjoy...

DirtySouth_TL

Very nice images man. I shoot Canon and will def get in on this action in 2 weeks when my Mayan Bronze comes in from order.

Can't wait for more images.

StuartMMVITL

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Canon?! Didn't you get the memo about Acura only allows Nikon shooters? (j/k)

That's gonna seem like the longest 2 weeks, but it'll be worth the wait. Definitely post up some shots when you get your MBM

I have a few more on Flickr

HiroY

Beautiful Pics! I love those Acura 19" wheels...wish the dealer had the HPT package when I bought mine. I'm also envious of your unsalted roads!

StuartMMVITL

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Thanks! Typical winter in Denver, not much snow until around March. Although it's usually mild most of the winter (the golf courses stay open all year). I really like the look of the 19" Acura wheels, as the spokes actually look like the Acura emblem. In another thread I just saw, someone had just picked up a set of the 19" Acura wheels & tires for $1250. I though that was a great deal.

I'd actually prefer the salt compared the the mag chloride they coat the roads with out here. I think that somehow it's causing some funky looking spots on the plastic bumper pieces and it's quite annoying. I have to wash the stuff off as soon as possible, or risk it destroying the finish of the car.

I saw your pics as well, and they looked awesome! I wasn't all that keen on the MBM, but after seeing your pics, I think it's a great looking color and very unique. (especially with the umber interior)

Ramrodthrusterpuppy

Very nice....a slightly lower stance at ~1" - 1 1/2" drop would make it perfect.

DirtySouth_TL

To the OP.... I browsed over your Flickr and account and low and behold an AE-1 was hidden amongst the Nikon gear. I myself learned the basics on an AE-1p.

StuartMMVITL

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^ Guilty
I used that alot along with an old Minolta SRT 101 when first starting in photography. Both were very good cameras. Just had to give you a hard time for being a Canonite.

cleptosis

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nice how does it drive like a 40k car or wat ?

HiroY

Thanks for the kind words about the pix of my car! Regarding this thread where you saw the sale, I assume that was a private sale? Vs some retailer selling the set (can't imagine how a retailer could sell at that price)? Just making sure...since that is indeed a great deal!

If anyone else out there wants to sell their 19" HPT package, let me know!

mugen_kid

Looks awesome, I would almost sell my NSX for a TL. Im a bit jealous of all you 4G owners! Keep up the good work!

StuartMMVITL

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I like the way it drives, handles and looks. I much prefer the 2010 AWD over my 2006 TL 6MT! I driven more expensive cars that have driven better and worse. Although for the cost I think it does very well, and in some areas better than cars costing $10-20K more.

Hiro, check out this thread post #9. Not sure if was a dealer or private sale.

Thanks! I love the NSX, but I say keep the NSX & get the 4G!

erick3

you my friend need an e-brake adjustment lol

venom550pm

seeing your pics makes me jealous, i'm up in Mass, my CBP looks grey now with all the salt and dirt on it. Can't wait for the warmer weather and a photo shoot

4G Express

Hahaha said the same thing as soon as I saw these pics, few more months!

Redduck

Hush your mouth Stuart!!

Everyone, what Stuart said is false, it is horrible in Colorado, all year long. Snow all the time, you have to take the stage coach from the airport, muddy streets and gunfights all year long. It is much nicer where ever you are now...

j/k

mugen_kid

Thanks, That would make my day for sure. Maybe in a couple years

StuartMMVITL

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Oops, Redduck is right.

I was thinking about when I lived in upstate NY. Colorado is always snowy and the only pavement is at the airport. (which only has hot air balloon service) LOL

ttk5

looks real good!

NOX 3.2

wow, super clean pictures!

good enough for a catalog! ACURA should have posted pictures like this in their catalog, they really show how the car is in reality.

StuartMMVITL

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Thanks! For the right price I'd be happy to share with Acura. The more pictures I take, the more I love the looks of the car. Can't wait for spring to get some shots up in the mountains.

gatrhumpy

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The pics of the car are great. I love both the interior and exterior shots except for that hideous grill. Good lord.

6spd10

Gotta admit-- Thats one sharp looking car. Of course, I have the same car so I am a little prejudiced. Still have the stock wheels though. I love it, the look, the drive, the power, and the quality of the material used. I traded my 09 fwd in with 6500 miles to get the 6 speed manual 2010. Best move I ever made, the 6 speed is so much more fun to drive. Can't wait for spring, it needs a good bath.

dray88

Hey guys I just joined Acurazine today. I just got a 2010 TL SH-AWD w/ tech package 2 days ago...this car doesn't get all the justice it deserves from pictures (besides StuartMMVITL's who were awesome pics) The car is unbelievable in every way, shape, and form. Need to learn a little bit about the site...any suggestions??

shakedown

mine are not blue i like the blue wonder why is that

Type34

Nice 6sp 4G...props to Acura for building such a machine...

Man I wish either of those SH-AWD wheels were available in 5 x 114.3

Alexander.

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Pretty sure Jalopnik is using that first photo of your car:

http://jalopnik.com/5716035/half-of-...ts-newish-nose

StuartMMVITL

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Nice catch and thanks for giving me the heads up. They didn't even have the courtesy to ask or attribute the image.

Pete2010

Damn, I thought that looked familiar when I saw that article the other day. I would definitely try to get some retribution from them. My guess is they pulled it from flickr since it's the 1st photo that comes up when you search for 2010 TL shawd. And considering you've listed that photo as "all rights reserved". I would imagine that there should be some sort of retribution...

Update: I notice they do give you photo credit now... did you contact them? It definitely wasn't there before when I saw the article.

StuartMMVITL

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Yes, I emailed the editor and it was an honest mistake. His response is below, and was quite complimentary. It is sort of cool that someone liked it so much they wanted to make use of it.

Stuart,

Thanks for the email. I'm assuming that when my intern grabbed the image he thought it was a press photo for the TL as the shot's simply excellent. In fact, it looked so much like a press shot I didn't even think to ask where he got it from -- I assumed it was from Acura's press site. I've already updated the post with a credit to you -- and we really apologize for missing it the first time.

We always credit or ask permission before using photos that aren't specifically marked for editorial use under creative commons. Again, we're sorry for the oversight.

Thanks for your understanding,

Ray

Pete2010

Hey - that's very cool of them. It's understandable that mistakes can happen. Plus, those photos are awesome... they should be press photos.

solomonides

Like! Just picked up a CBP 2011 Acura TL SH-AWD w/ Tech Pkg & 6 spd MT yesterday (just in time for Christmas)! I added the Sport Pkg A (which includes the Chrome Grill and all the underbody skirts). Looks sharp... Definitely recommend... new member... will post photos in 15 days.

solomonides

To your point Stuart, the 4G TL SH-AWD w/ 6-spd MT is one of the most fantastic driving experiences I have personally had! I just had to buy it... The interior is one of the most comfortable, the MT is a pleasure to shift, the suspension and steering feel is tighter (by design) than the AT and I love the look of the CBP with the Sport Pkg A (known as A-spec in Canada). As Dario Franchitti recently commented on the Speed Channel's review of the 2011 model... "it's a Crackin looking car... and amazing to drive on and off the track!" He wishes he had the SH-AWD on his IndyCar...

StuartMMVITL

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I saw that review with Dario and thought it was enjoyable. It really is a great driving car, and I love the 6MT. It responsive, sure footed and quite comfortable even on long drives. Between May and September of this year, I racked up up a little over 10K miles in road trips. Cross country to Northern California, the Gulf coast & New York. Flying commercially has become such a joke lately, if I need to go somewhere, I choose the TL over flying. This video sums it up quite nicely I think.

Acura TL-Why Fly?

JM2010 SH-AWD

I think it was on the same Speed show reviewing the TL-AWD that one of the reviewers said something like "this is the car that Darth Vader would drive to Death Star," commenting (very favorably) on the car's styling.

I agree with both of you - I'm about 9 months into owning my 6MT and I'm really enjoying it.