Securing a Type-S
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They should just bag it & start over with the 2023 model.
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#204
Three Wheelin'
And arguably the MDX is nicer because it's in a higher tier anyway with the digital dash and what not.
#205
And a $60K vs an $80K car, Acura is chasing the wider profit margin and the far more popular vehicle type (SUV vs sedan). Sucks for those waiting on a TLX-S but unfortunately makes a lot of sense.
And arguably the MDX is nicer because it's in a higher tier anyway with the digital dash and what not.
And arguably the MDX is nicer because it's in a higher tier anyway with the digital dash and what not.
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#206
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And a $60K vs an $80K car, Acura is chasing the wider profit margin and the far more popular vehicle type (SUV vs sedan). Sucks for those waiting on a TLX-S but unfortunately makes a lot of sense.
And arguably the MDX is nicer because it's in a higher tier anyway with the digital dash and what not.
And arguably the MDX is nicer because it's in a higher tier anyway with the digital dash and what not.
could get out to dealers. It was already delayed...so, they needed to get some made and out the door. In this tough manufacturing environment they can't make all the models
they'd like in the quantities that customers are asking for.
#207
Burning Brakes
Not sure why this is posted in a TLX-S thread, but here goes ...
Pros.
V6-355hp is good, but I think all MDX should have that (they are big and heavy ... especially when loaded with people and their stuff)
Good that 12v battery is apparently not under front-hood any more.
Less under-hood black-plastic covers is better.
Digital-Dash (finally catching-up to everyone else ... including Honda).
Speaker placement is cool (see larger speaker in center console)
Undecided:
I don't see the light-tubes, but hopefully is still has recessed programmable RGB ambient lighting.
Cons:
Non-Touch MMI (especially if still just one USB data-port)
The red color is too much. Who wants that ? What's wrong with fast and normal-looking ? (its a 7-passenger SUV)
Pros.
V6-355hp is good, but I think all MDX should have that (they are big and heavy ... especially when loaded with people and their stuff)
Good that 12v battery is apparently not under front-hood any more.
Less under-hood black-plastic covers is better.
Digital-Dash (finally catching-up to everyone else ... including Honda).
Speaker placement is cool (see larger speaker in center console)
Undecided:
I don't see the light-tubes, but hopefully is still has recessed programmable RGB ambient lighting.
Cons:
Non-Touch MMI (especially if still just one USB data-port)
The red color is too much. Who wants that ? What's wrong with fast and normal-looking ? (its a 7-passenger SUV)
#208
The MDX Type S has the iconic lighting. Dash color matches the seat color. There’s a blue seating/dash color only available with the silver exterior. The configurator is live on Acura.com.
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ESHBG (02-04-2022)
#209
Burning Brakes
Ok, so you are not forced into red leather on any config that I could tell. The red-stitching is ok.
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I like a black seat with red stitching, unfortunately I could not get it on either car. What pissed me off was its availability on some other less expensive models. Did not want to wait on a custom package to be done. 133 days was long enough.
#211
Two exterior colors, Lunar Silver Metallic and the Tiger Eye, are offered with the Azurite Blue interior. It's a dark blue but looks fantastic in the Configurator, at least. They should offer it with white and the darker gray.
I agree about the red being "too much." I have a red leather interior in my Stinger, so it's not that I hate red, but it looks ridiculous in an SUV. Perhaps its the shade (it's super bright) or just that there is so much of it in a large vehicle. I had an A-Spec MDX for a few days as a loaner with that interior and it didn't "sit right" with the vehicle, sporty pretentions or not.
I agree about the red being "too much." I have a red leather interior in my Stinger, so it's not that I hate red, but it looks ridiculous in an SUV. Perhaps its the shade (it's super bright) or just that there is so much of it in a large vehicle. I had an A-Spec MDX for a few days as a loaner with that interior and it didn't "sit right" with the vehicle, sporty pretentions or not.
#212
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hello all,
out of curiosity is there anyone putting down a deposit to secure a new Type-S?
I have never done this before and wondering if anyone has done this before and anything to consider when doing so. I went to my local dealership and they're not expecting to get a shipment of any Type-S to sell to customers till august as the expected delivery. They just have one for display and test drives purposes at the moment. Sweet car and excited to get one soon
Thanks
out of curiosity is there anyone putting down a deposit to secure a new Type-S?
I have never done this before and wondering if anyone has done this before and anything to consider when doing so. I went to my local dealership and they're not expecting to get a shipment of any Type-S to sell to customers till august as the expected delivery. They just have one for display and test drives purposes at the moment. Sweet car and excited to get one soon
Thanks
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Not sure why this is posted in a TLX-S thread, but here goes ...
Pros.
V6-355hp is good, but I think all MDX should have that (they are big and heavy ... especially when loaded with people and their stuff)
Good that 12v battery is apparently not under front-hood any more.
Less under-hood black-plastic covers is better.
Digital-Dash (finally catching-up to everyone else ... including Honda).
Speaker placement is cool (see larger speaker in center console)
Undecided:
I don't see the light-tubes, but hopefully is still has recessed programmable RGB ambient lighting.
Cons:
Non-Touch MMI (especially if still just one USB data-port)
The red color is too much. Who wants that ? What's wrong with fast and normal-looking ? (its a 7-passenger SUV)
Pros.
V6-355hp is good, but I think all MDX should have that (they are big and heavy ... especially when loaded with people and their stuff)
Good that 12v battery is apparently not under front-hood any more.
Less under-hood black-plastic covers is better.
Digital-Dash (finally catching-up to everyone else ... including Honda).
Speaker placement is cool (see larger speaker in center console)
Undecided:
I don't see the light-tubes, but hopefully is still has recessed programmable RGB ambient lighting.
Cons:
Non-Touch MMI (especially if still just one USB data-port)
The red color is too much. Who wants that ? What's wrong with fast and normal-looking ? (its a 7-passenger SUV)
#215
Car Crazy for Sure!
It depends on dealer to dealer. Most and I use that lightly, will require a deposit (Apron. $250-$1000) and a signed buyers order/purchase agreement. Some may require a finance application as well. Many dealers are on a 3-6 month wait now due to inventory shortages so they will tell you to hang on and we will call you when we have a better idea of production AKA being put on the waiting list.
ask what's coming in etc. He puts my name on it and it's mine IF I end up wanting it. The KEY issue is this....IF I didn't take the car they KNOW they can sell it in a very short time.
Been that way with my Ford dealer too. Same thing. Never any deposits, etc. It helps to have established great relationships.
I'm waiting on a '22 Type S to be built. Date has moved 4 times. I told him IF it moves ahead a lot like it did the last time, I'll probably pass and maybe wait to be #1 on the '23 list....OR take a hard
look at what the new Integra has to offer....esp. in a Type S configuration. He said..."no problem"...we'll sell whatever you don't buy." I'm also #1 on his Integra list...and have been for many months. I wanted
to make sure that IF it was something I wanted I could get it early on.
#216
Null and proud of it
I've been with the same Acura dealership for approx. 10 yrs and I've never had to put a deposit down, sign anything ever. I just call my Inv. Mgr. friend and tell him what I want,
ask what's coming in etc. He puts my name on it and it's mine IF I end up wanting it. The KEY issue is this....IF I didn't take the car they KNOW they can sell it in a very short time.
Been that way with my Ford dealer too. Same thing. Never any deposits, etc. It helps to have established great relationships.
I'm waiting on a '22 Type S to be built. Date has moved 4 times. I told him IF it moves ahead a lot like it did the last time, I'll probably pass and maybe wait to be #1 on the '23 list....OR take a hard
look at what the new Integra has to offer....esp. in a Type S configuration. He said..."no problem"...we'll sell whatever you don't buy." I'm also #1 on his Integra list...and have been for many months. I wanted
to make sure that IF it was something I wanted I could get it early on.
ask what's coming in etc. He puts my name on it and it's mine IF I end up wanting it. The KEY issue is this....IF I didn't take the car they KNOW they can sell it in a very short time.
Been that way with my Ford dealer too. Same thing. Never any deposits, etc. It helps to have established great relationships.
I'm waiting on a '22 Type S to be built. Date has moved 4 times. I told him IF it moves ahead a lot like it did the last time, I'll probably pass and maybe wait to be #1 on the '23 list....OR take a hard
look at what the new Integra has to offer....esp. in a Type S configuration. He said..."no problem"...we'll sell whatever you don't buy." I'm also #1 on his Integra list...and have been for many months. I wanted
to make sure that IF it was something I wanted I could get it early on.
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#218
Two exterior colors, Lunar Silver Metallic and the Tiger Eye, are offered with the Azurite Blue interior. It's a dark blue but looks fantastic in the Configurator, at least. They should offer it with white and the darker gray.
I agree about the red being "too much." I have a red leather interior in my Stinger, so it's not that I hate red, but it looks ridiculous in an SUV. Perhaps its the shade (it's super bright) or just that there is so much of it in a large vehicle. I had an A-Spec MDX for a few days as a loaner with that interior and it didn't "sit right" with the vehicle, sporty pretentions or not.
I agree about the red being "too much." I have a red leather interior in my Stinger, so it's not that I hate red, but it looks ridiculous in an SUV. Perhaps its the shade (it's super bright) or just that there is so much of it in a large vehicle. I had an A-Spec MDX for a few days as a loaner with that interior and it didn't "sit right" with the vehicle, sporty pretentions or not.
#219
I am not into buying at msrp or above but currently 80% of new cars are selling at over MSRP. This seems like a decent deal. Chances are MSRP will be going higher for the next year or more. So the future MSRP may be higher than the $1500 over MSRP now.
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#220
Burning Brakes
Can maybe even be wiped-out with a loyalty-discount or a little extra on your trade. Wheel and deal buddy, and drive-away with your new car.
#221
Adept Acura Enthusiast
That's what I was thinking. If you want the car (and it's the right color and trim (ie equipment) ... an extra $1500 is nothing. Especially in current environment.
Can maybe even be wiped-out with a loyalty-discount or a little extra on your trade. Wheel and deal buddy, and drive-away with your new car.
Can maybe even be wiped-out with a loyalty-discount or a little extra on your trade. Wheel and deal buddy, and drive-away with your new car.
#222
Three Wheelin'
Have to respectfully disagree. Dealerships are NOT out of control. I worked that world many yrs ago. Owned almost 70 vehicles in my life. Hey, I'm old...give me a break!! LOL...
Dealerships are trying to survive!!! My Acura dealership was in the top 10 in the U.S. just about 1.5 yrs ago and before. They now have NO NEW cars on the lot to sell...and it's
getting to the point that emp. will have to be let go. THAT's why some dealers are adding the ADM's. They are trying to get some cash flow to keep the lights on...literally!!
My dealer sells at MSRP only. But, no cars to sell. Can order...but, delays...so, can't tell cust. when they will be built.
These are just the facts.
Dealerships are trying to survive!!! My Acura dealership was in the top 10 in the U.S. just about 1.5 yrs ago and before. They now have NO NEW cars on the lot to sell...and it's
getting to the point that emp. will have to be let go. THAT's why some dealers are adding the ADM's. They are trying to get some cash flow to keep the lights on...literally!!
My dealer sells at MSRP only. But, no cars to sell. Can order...but, delays...so, can't tell cust. when they will be built.
These are just the facts.
Just for grins I just looked up the used vehicle inventory at the Ford dealer near me. They have 56 used vehicles in stock right now. I live in a city of 25,000. And many of the vehicles are not cheap. Almost half of them are listed for over $40,000.
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probably all of them since TLX Type-S inventory is beginning to pile up and sit there weeks before being sold. So I’d give a couple local dealers a call and see. Maybe try Paragon Acura first?
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If you're near the City, I'd say give Rallye or Valley Stream a try. Rallye currently has 24 TLX-S's and Valley Stream has 16. I see no reason why either would charge over MSRP with that kind of inventory. I test drove my TLX-S at Smithtown and they were very professional. Even back when the car was just released, they told me they weren't charging over MSRP. They currently have 13.
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[QUOTE=leomio2.0;16881482]I would not go to Paragon Acura. I've heard nothing but horror stories.
If you're near the City, I'd say give Rallye or Valley Stream a try. Rallye currently has 24 TLX-S's and Valley Stream has 16. I see no reason why either would charge over MSRP with that kind of inventory. I test drove my TLX-S at Smithtown and they were very professional. Even back when the car was just released, they told me they weren't charging over MSRP. They currently have 13.[
You're inventory numbers are off
If you're near the City, I'd say give Rallye or Valley Stream a try. Rallye currently has 24 TLX-S's and Valley Stream has 16. I see no reason why either would charge over MSRP with that kind of inventory. I test drove my TLX-S at Smithtown and they were very professional. Even back when the car was just released, they told me they weren't charging over MSRP. They currently have 13.[
You're inventory numbers are off
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