I love my acura peeps I won't shit on everything Acura... there is some things they do get right. The TLX Type-S they got right overall. But objectively the car had some shortcomings and one major gripe now is the weak Anti-Theft system.

Acura gotta do better. Look at KIA/Hyundai they doing a whole apology and monetary cleanup tour due to their very very weak anti-theft systems in alot of their late model cars

 

No argument here on that. Hopefully they change how it’s done in future cars, because I’d obviously love to not have to buy a 3rd party system just to prevent theft.

 

G80 Comp?

 

Maybe, still mulling over options, so much choice in the German sport sedan segment!

 

Someone had one likened that going from lifelong Japanese car ownership to opening up and considering German cars is like how a North Korean feels when they suddenly experience life in South Korea.

 

M340i is definitely not compelling and in my opinion a lateral move. I am excited to see what road you take. Shiiiiiit, I may follow. Lol

 

Curious why you think it would be a lateral move? From a performance standpoint it should be a step up. Isn’t the M340i over a second faster both to 60 and in the quarter mile?

 

You're trying to convince the wrong crowd but your prior post about eyes opening up for folks who've only ever owned Japanese cars is spot on. I traded in my turbo 4 TLX A-Spec and have been impressed by the B48 in my X3 ever since (and that's having owned/leased a C300, A6, and E-Class prior to that)!

I'm in the market for a used M340i so the less competition, the better for me!

 

To me, it’s pretty much a lateral move. The M340i xDrive might be a little sharper and have better tech, but you’re not really gaining meaningful performance over the TLX Type-S — you’re just trading SH-AWD and Japanese reliability for a different driving flavor.

I drove the M340i before buying my TLX Type-S in late December 2022 and loved it — it’s a damn fast car. But going back to one now after already choosing the TLX-S over it? At that point, it’s full M or nothing when it comes to BMW.

Don't be surprised if @GhostTL09 pops out with a G80 hahaha

 

The big difference is if you had the M340i from the start, then you probably still have a car today.

The reason I'm not going for an M car is the ride is too rough and I still have passengers more often than not.

 

Oh my, even I felt that burn to Acura

But there is truth to it.

Also I think the X3Ms look nice but I have heard from many that it rides pretty rough for an M SUV

 

Hahaha exactly. I may very well go German in the next couple of years.

 

Im not trying to convince anyone of my opinions, but I will say that the M 340i is chosen overwhelmingly due to straight line performance over the Type-S, but if you dig into reviews there are many things equal to or an advantage. Ride quality, seats, fit n finish,handling, ownership costs, looks. BMW faster, better fuel, faster tech (with upgrades lol), quicker transmission, more color options, so its pick your poison. In my opinion its not leaps and bounds as a absolute, but considered an upgrade nonetheless by the masses. I personally wouldn't get one. I'd look at higher M variants.

 

I hate you had to go through this but it finally got me off my ass to get my kill switch installed after seeing you post about yours.

 

Im glad to have been that motivation I do not want any other TLX owners to go through what I went through, December was rough for me but I am being optimistic about it all.

I think I may have seen your TLX-S out in the wild now that I think about it.

I know there was some guy with a Blue TLX-S that would drive through Capital Beltway and then branch off on 495 heading towards Baltimore. Very clean looking TLX haven't seen him in a long while though.

 

I have a lot of mods invested in mine so the last thing I want is something to happen to it. It’s been a fun daily. Both the shops I use are in that direction so it’s a good chance it was me.

 

Two thoughts:

1. If they want your car, they're gonna take it.

2. BMW Motorsport isn't what it used to be. Unfortunately, they are just too digital for my liking anymore - I'm more of an analog guy. My e90 M will most likely be the last M car I'll ever own and that was a step down from my e46. Although, the M2 is somewhat intriguing. It's just unfortunate that it's so damn ugly.

 

I’ll disagree with 1. But we can agree to disagree.

 

make sure you get a rider added to your insurance policy for the aftermarket parts, and also share with them that you had anti-theft installed might lower your rates.

 

Well, technically it would be a lateral move. While the M340i would own the Type S in most performance metrics, the latter isn’t so far off the pace that it wouldn’t be considered a worthy competitor. $.02

 

I wanted to give everyone an update

So I was notified by the police via mail in the next county over in MD that my TLX Type-S was found about 2 weeks ago. Seems like they picked up the car on the side of the road or parked somewhere in a small parking lot of sorts. They did not tell me the condition of the car but I presume it was in good condition

My insurance already paid out for the car at that point I was notified of it being located, so they went ahead and proceeded with having it taken to co-part salvage yard instead of trying to give it back to me which is honestly for the best.

I have yet to see it come up on Co-Part yet but I am curious to see it on co-part and see exactly what state its in, you know for some "closure" for me and my first performance sedan.

I'll probably update this thread once more when I officially get the TLX-S's replacement secured within the next few weeks or so.

 

Guess the thieves moved on to a BMW too

 

LOL now that was alittle funny!
I think they were caught but then again idk

 

Just saw an M440i GC pulling moves on Route 18 (central Jersey) last week. Thinking to go with that when my i4 lease comes up.

 

You must enjoy the size of the 4 series Gran Coupe

M440i would be a nice pick up 4 doors and its decently quick!

 

I got a Pedal Commander throttle controller, as part of that for $10. You can get the antitheft portion of it. Which basically shuts off the throttle. Very effective and very cheap.

 

I like the fact that it’s not as common as the M340i and has a sleeker look to it.

 

I agree. Just the front grille is why I passed.

 

Late to the news, glad to hear that there will be a full-circle closure sooner or later. Acura is basically a walking dead at this stage. You will be happier in the BMW world, at least until the warranty runs out!

I have said it before and I will say it again, the 19-22 security system is for decoration. It has been defeated for several years already, I am actually surprised there is no lawsuit yet. I guess the thieves were too occupied with those Hyundais/Kias...

 

Lawsuit for what?

 

Gameboy theft

https://www.theguardian.com/technolo...sly-in-seconds

 

Yes, thank you yeah I am going for BMW M currently eyeing the BMW M8 Gran Coupe so will be looking into market pricing for those and what's available on the market.

As for warranty I got put in contact with a good company for a Platinum Exclusionary Extended Warranty for high performance German cars. So any BMW M I get will be covered for a good length of time outside of any factory warranty that's left, if any.

However since I have my 1998 BMW 7 Series still I am not in a big rush to get another car so I'll probably make my move once the weather breaks here on the east coast and this snow and salt goes away. Apparently we are getting more snow next Monday so I want this snow to be behind me before I add a high performance low slung sports car back into the fold again.

 

Love your choice, 8-series is so underrated. Just a note, 8-series is going out of production soon (mid-2026?). Considering the production and shipping time, you may want to talk to a SA now. I feel for a low production car, especially the M variant, its value may suddenly appreciate when supply dries out.

 

M8 is a good looking car. I would say it was definitely inspired by the TLX Type S.

 

Oh I am looking to buy used haha. The M8 brand new is NOT worth it, they are like $140k+ brand new and depreciate steeply even with low production and production ending.

Used 2020-2022 M8s can be had for $60k-$75k with decent mileage on them. Much better buy financially vs paying up $140k+ for a new one

if only I can find one in Red like my TLX-S was!

 

Like our ​​TLX

 

Thats terr You can’t have anything now in days

 

Any update?

 

So the car is now up for auction at copart and this is the condition it was found in..... what a sad ending for my Type-S, low VIN too. They massacred my favorite Acura....

Images should be attached.

But here is the copart auction link: https://www.copart.com/lot/98623365/...-washington-dc

 

Dang that's sad. Neither you nor the car deserved this