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Old 07-24-2014, 10:22 PM
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That model looks so bland and boring! They totally ruined that model. I'm not buying it now!
But this model is so green.... it doesn't have exhausts or even hidden mufflers
Old 07-25-2014, 12:00 AM
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Originally Posted by MuGen7Modulo
Better pic via fb.



Wheels will look really good when seen in person.
Very flattering shot; like the faint touch of chrome trim on the bottom vents too. Great find!

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Old 07-25-2014, 12:37 AM
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Originally Posted by MuGen7Modulo
Better pic via fb.



Wheels will look really good when seen in person.
Not much wheel gap on this shot... is it the angle, the wheels or photoshopped?
Old 07-25-2014, 04:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Colin
But this model is so green.... it doesn't have exhausts or even hidden mufflers
Wait a minute, it costs what???? hmmm... It seems to look better now, can't quite put my finger on it... maybe its not so bad after all.
Old 07-25-2014, 07:42 AM
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Originally Posted by mondster
Not much wheel gap on this shot... is it the angle, the wheels or photoshopped?
I'm thinking it's the angle.
Old 07-25-2014, 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by skd2k1
I'm thinking it's the angle.
Yep, angle/lens/perspective
Old 07-25-2014, 09:50 AM
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Some say the wheels are too busy but I think they look awesome and different. Great shot too.
Old 07-25-2014, 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by TeamAcura
Some say the wheels are too busy but I think they look awesome and different. Great shot too.
I like them too. I want to see them up close though
Old 07-25-2014, 10:02 AM
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I like them too. I want to see them up close though
I think you will be quite surprise how good it will look. I love the finish on them too. Not too "blingy" and not too dark. Very trendy. I'm not sure what kind of finish it is. Maybe diamond cut.
Old 07-25-2014, 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by TeamAcura
Some say the wheels are too busy but I think they look awesome and different. Great shot too.
Originally Posted by Stew4HD
I like them too. I want to see them up close though
agreed, and these are some unique looking wheels too. I've never seen another set that looks like these, so points for originality.
Old 07-25-2014, 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by TeamAcura
I think you will be quite surprise how good it will look. I love the finish on them too. Not too "blingy" and not too dark. Very trendy. I'm not sure what kind of finish it is. Maybe diamond cut.
I read somewhere, can't remember, that IT IS diamond cut.
Old 07-25-2014, 10:18 AM
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Those wheels look medival...and horrendous. But if you like them then you should roll them. Had a good angle on an Accord yesterday and could see the TLX lines in it. Now that the grieving is done over the loss of the prototype I can say with a clear head that the TLX probably doesn't deserve all the hate its gotten, but it still falls short of styling greatness.
Old 07-25-2014, 10:26 AM
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Originally Posted by mondster
Not much wheel gap on this shot... is it the angle, the wheels or photoshopped?
It's the angle.

For comparison's sake, I offer the following:



The differing angles offers a significant difference in overall appearance. A little post-shot magic with the lighting and shadows probably doesn't hurt either.
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Old 07-25-2014, 10:50 AM
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Old 07-25-2014, 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by mondster
Not much wheel gap on this shot... is it the angle, the wheels or photoshopped?
Look at the rear wheel
Old 07-25-2014, 04:43 PM
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Looks better but I would never run short sidewall 19s in a city environment.
Old 07-25-2014, 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by 4WDrift
Looks better but I would never run short sidewall 19s in a city environment.
Not as scary as you'd think. Maybe driving in Michigan has made me immune.
Old 07-25-2014, 09:23 PM
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i dont kon if it was posted but here you go.....
Old 07-25-2014, 09:33 PM
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0:05 in clip. Is it amber LED turn signal? Love it
Old 07-25-2014, 09:40 PM
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That is supposed to be a red marker light bar. Pretty sure that is from the video effects/reflection. Go to :12 you will see what they really look like. It would have been sweet if that were the signals in amber LEDs though.

I must say that video is very well done. It generates excitement, interest and it shows a real event. If they were smart they would use THAT as a commercial for broadcast. Instead of the corny commercials the brand has been coming up with of late. Maybe the whole "Thrill" part is an exaggeration but people will believe it from that commercial.

Not to mention they captured every great angle of the car in action. Great shot at :50

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Old 07-25-2014, 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by dzionny_dzionassi
0:05 in clip. Is it amber LED turn signal? Love it
That is a clear amber light. So what's up with that? ... maybe sequential turn signals at MMC

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Old 07-26-2014, 11:36 AM
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Originally Posted by MuGen7Modulo
That is a clear amber light. So what's up with that? ... maybe sequential turn signals at MMC

That would obviously be a deal killer for folks
Old 07-26-2014, 02:14 PM
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Originally Posted by SeismicGuy
That would obviously be a deal killer for folks
I agree, it looks amber, but I believe it is really red. All other photos and videos have shown it as red.
Old 07-27-2014, 08:35 PM
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Originally Posted by MuGen7Modulo
That is a clear amber light. So what's up with that? ... maybe sequential turn signals at MMC
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prototype amber




Stock red
Old 07-27-2014, 10:52 PM
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You guys are all wrong.

The LED tube in the taillights are RED. They look amber because of the intensity of the LED and the Camera setting.
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Old 07-28-2014, 12:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Timmy18
You guys are all wrong.

The LED tube in the taillights are RED. They look amber because of the intensity of the LED and the Camera setting.
Agreed.
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Yup it was Red all along. This is due to digital photography and video, the sensors in these cameras have issues with various reds and intensities of red. Usually when the intensity of the light exceeds the dynamic range of the sensor based on the settings. Red blowout. Shoot digital long enough and you will deal with it enough. I shot enough flowers and such to know a lot of cameras do not handle intense reds well.

Here is an example with my old TL, notice how the brake lights are looking yellowish.


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Old 07-28-2014, 06:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Timmy18
You guys are all wrong.

The LED tube in the taillights are RED. They look amber because of the intensity of the LED and the Camera setting.
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Originally Posted by Timmy18
You guys are all wrong.

The LED tube in the taillights are RED. They look amber because of the intensity of the LED and the Camera setting.
An great example of fretting about "left hind leg of a flea".
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^ I see exhaust pipes
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Old 07-29-2014, 03:08 PM
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what, still no exhaust on the back?!

and forgeline monolugs!
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Originally Posted by MuGen7Modulo
Wow, no wheel gap lol

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those bbks are HOT!
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Someone posted this to vtec.net.... said that it was spotted in Maryland. This however appears to be the Russian market version due to the wheels and the clear/amber rear turn signals versus red.

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Old 07-29-2014, 04:15 PM
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Those pics make the car look so bland and boring.. jesus
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Acura doesn't sell in Russia, or didn't as of last year. They might rebadge this as the Honda Accord, like they did with the TSX, though
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At first it looks black but then in the pic where its in the sun it looks like the Black copper pearl. I have the Carbon Bronze Pearl color for my 2008 TL so I guess thats the new replacement color. It looks darker than my car.
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Hope those amber rear turn signals are the final setup.


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