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Old Feb 11, 2004 | 01:26 PM
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We should all go open our own car company...it looks like all our bases are covered. Domn could put up the money.
What the..........

Why is it that whenever we talk about what platform the RL will use or talk about wheather it will use the AWD system from the MDX or even talk about what size engine the next NSX will have. Why is it that we always assume they will use an existing platform or AWD system or a stroked 3.5L for the next NSX. Is it so far fetched to believe that Honda is capable or creating a new AWD system that may even be RWD bias? Could the RL not have a unique all new platform just like the upcoming NSX?

Maybe we are'nt giving Honda enough credit here. I hope I'm right.
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Old Feb 11, 2004 | 02:30 PM
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I know for a fact the new NSX platform is NOT a one model car. Lets just leave it at that.

Seriously man, whay must you always F*** with us?

come on gives us a little more
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Old Feb 11, 2004 | 04:27 PM
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It appears he is saying that the new RL and NSX will share the same platform.
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Old Feb 11, 2004 | 04:37 PM
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Of course the new RL will not be based off the NSX platform...kidding me.

Im not messing with you guys I just don't have enough info to safely say what model it will be yet. Its one of two...so as soon as I know...I will think about letting you guys know.
Either way it will be bad a$$ I prefer the latter of the two versions.
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Old Feb 11, 2004 | 04:45 PM
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This thread would be much more interesting if it was about Acura boosting their production vehicles, as in FI
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Old Feb 11, 2004 | 04:56 PM
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I thought this thread was about Acura putting in turbos.
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Old Feb 11, 2004 | 05:16 PM
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Good thread.
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Old Feb 12, 2004 | 12:33 AM
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Originally posted by justinjsw
Of course the new RL will not be based off the NSX platform...kidding me.

Im not messing with you guys I just don't have enough info to safely say what model it will be yet. Its one of two...so as soon as I know...I will think about letting you guys know.
Either way it will be bad a$$ I prefer the latter of the two versions.
Are you talking about NSX derivatives? Are these going to be affordable?

Likewise, are there any TSX derivatives in the works?
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Old Feb 12, 2004 | 04:11 AM
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It's about time. More products mean more fun for us!
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Old Feb 12, 2004 | 01:57 PM
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It's about time!
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Old Feb 12, 2004 | 04:23 PM
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I wanna see an RL prototype and a next-CL prototype already. And the HSC/NSX on the streets. And then we can talk about more Acuras.
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Old Feb 12, 2004 | 04:36 PM
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AWD CL, 2500 lbs, 550HP, V10, 21" wheels, 15" brembos, 5 screens, 2 15" subs in trunk, turbo, 100 disc DVD changer(500 disc optional), mp3 player, internet ready laptop, 0-60 4.3 secs, uhh, uhh, what else am i missing?
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Old Feb 12, 2004 | 05:31 PM
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uhh, uhh, what else am i missing?
A straight jacket. :P
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 02:21 AM
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I LIKE IT!!!!!!! MORE NOW!!!!!
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 02:38 AM
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damn a str8 jacket is right, i could only wish, but i hope to see a RWD CL with 350 hp 6 speed, 19 inch rims, 13.5 inch brembos, voice activated navi, and a optinal bodykit and 20 inch wheels performance package
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 05:18 AM
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damn a str8 jacket is right, i could only wish, but i hope to see a RWD CL with 350 hp 6 speed, 19 inch rims, 13.5 inch brembos, voice activated navi, and a optinal bodykit and 20 inch wheels performance package
For $32k.
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 08:46 AM
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Re: Acura to put more product in pipeline

Acura finished up 3.2 percent for the year.
3.2% <-----> 3.2L...........get it?!? :gaylaugh:

-Jon
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 09:51 AM
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from my sources at ACURA-TSX.COM... who have always been right. way ahead of everyone else (ex new tl)

acura is producing a RWD roadster... a premium S2k of sorts.


also a lil bit of hints at a new CL in 2 yrs. but just hints.


the roadster i would bet this site on being here shortly.
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 10:08 AM
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Originally posted by soopa
from my sources at ACURA-TSX.COM... who have always been right. way ahead of everyone else (ex new tl)

acura is producing a RWD roadster... a premium S2k of sorts.


also a lil bit of hints at a new CL in 2 yrs. but just hints.


the roadster i would bet this site on being here shortly.
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An Acura S2K would be toooo cool ...
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 12:25 PM
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Whats the point? To make an s2000 more expensive?
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 01:49 PM
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a little bigger than the S2000 and witha V6 and goodbye CLS
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 02:56 PM
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if they make a V6 that'll rev as high as the S2k, not only would it quite a sight to see, but also quite a song to listen to. i think the CL-S engine sounds great (even stock).
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 09:16 PM
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Whats the point? To make an s2000 more expensive?
No. More civil.
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Old Feb 13, 2004 | 09:22 PM
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AWD CL, 2500 lbs, 550HP, V10, 21" wheels, 15" brembos, 5 screens, 2 15" subs in trunk, turbo, 100 disc DVD changer(500 disc optional), mp3 player, internet ready laptop, 0-60 4.3 secs, uhh, uhh, what else am i missing?
duh acura's 1st bulletproof tranny
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Old Feb 14, 2004 | 05:28 AM
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Acura S2000 that would compete with the Z4 would be nice... And since Alpina is coming out with the Roadster s, perhaps Acura can do a Type-S model on the roadster!
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Old Feb 14, 2004 | 07:30 AM
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a little bigger than the S2000 and witha V6 and goodbye CLS
that would be outstanding.. "luxury" roadster, big-ass engine, v6.. i'm there.
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Old Feb 14, 2004 | 09:45 AM
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An Acura S2000. Will it cost close to 40k? I think the current S2000 is 32k, with no discounts. The S2000 is a special car for a special few, diluting it makes me scratch my head.
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Old Feb 15, 2004 | 04:54 PM
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yeah... AWD CL cabrio!!! that'll be the shieeet...
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Old Feb 15, 2004 | 06:53 PM
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what is the next model set to come out from acura for the Enthusiest?

i want a faster new car? any in the forcast?
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 12:02 AM
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I suggest trying another nameplate. Or have a spare 100k for the next NSX.
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 04:53 AM
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acura and enthuasist is an oxymoron. unless you mean enthuasist for value and not perfomrance
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 06:45 AM
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Did anyone not these those two responses coming??
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 08:21 AM
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Did anyone not these those two responses coming??
Yeah. I'm sorry but Gilbo and Sick are getting just too predictable for me. They no longer "spice things up". You know what they're going to say and when they're going to say it.

Sorry guys, you're losing your touch.
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 08:40 AM
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acura does need a car to compete with the G35 coupe and Sc430, yeah u guys will say the NSX, but the G35 coupe is about $40-50K less than the Nsx and the Sc430 is $30K less than the Nsx, so it doesn't make sense price to say the Nsx.
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 08:43 AM
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Originally posted by 04EuroAccordTsx
acura does need a car to compete with the G35 coupe and Sc430, yeah u guys will say the NSX, but the G35 coupe is about $40-50K less than the Nsx and the Sc430 is $30K less than the Nsx, so it doesn't make sense price to say the Nsx.
I hope that noone thinks the NSX is made to compete with the G35 or SC430. A true attainable, higher end sports coupe (or sedan, for that matter) is something Acura needs. There's nothing in the line-up to strive for once you've got your TSX or TL.
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 12:08 PM
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Gilbo,
You are the most narrow minded person I know of here.
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 12:40 PM
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For all pessimists here,
maybe you should wait a little and see what Acura comes up with. Justin said hundreds of times already that Acura is cooking something for enthusiasts.

P.S. However, I can guarantee that Gilbo will hate it anyways.
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 11:32 PM
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I say go with the S2000.......I love that car....
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Old Feb 16, 2004 | 11:56 PM
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I say go with the S2000.......I love that car....
What??? Did I read that right? Did Sick just say "love" and a honda product in the same sentence? Will wonders never cease. :P

But I'm gonna have to agree with him on this one. The S2K does rock!
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Old Feb 17, 2004 | 10:11 AM
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I think the S2000 is sensational. It really is for a select few people. IMO, looks great too. I know a few guys here with em, modded out. INCREDIBLE cars.












I just wish I fit in em
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