View Poll Results: What do you like Better?
Accord Concept Rims and Bodykit
54
73.97%
2004 Acura TL A-Spec Bodykit and Rims
19
26.03%
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Honda: Accord News
05-11-2007, 11:48 PM
#1361
the end of the coupe reminds me of the toyota solora... its too slanted and the rear 3/4 shots compared to the concept are close, probably doesn't look right because they taped off the tail lights and throws the perception off
i think this car should be hot, can't wait for it to come out so i can trade in (probably going to wait for the first 2 years to pass before i buy).
i think this car should be hot, can't wait for it to come out so i can trade in (probably going to wait for the first 2 years to pass before i buy).
05-12-2007, 08:17 AM
#1362
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Oh no, not the Solara.... LOL
Originally Posted by LIPPSTUH
the end of the coupe reminds me of the toyota solora... its too slanted and the rear 3/4 shots compared to the concept are close, probably doesn't look right because they taped off the tail lights and throws the perception off
i think this car should be hot, can't wait for it to come out so i can trade in (probably going to wait for the first 2 years to pass before i buy).
i think this car should be hot, can't wait for it to come out so i can trade in (probably going to wait for the first 2 years to pass before i buy).
Otherwise, I love the Accord coupe. Now, I like how the new sedan still has the registration plate above the bumper. That is much more Honda-like and much better looking, IMHO.
05-12-2007, 09:01 AM
#1363
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I'm not really liking the rear end, and the style just seems sooo conservative and boring. I'll try to withhold judgment till the tape is off and I see it in person, though.
05-12-2007, 10:31 AM
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Seems like the lines of the rear / trunk take cues from the Accord of 2 generations ago. That's an OK thing. However, it seems the rear tail lights stick out past the sheet metal like that of the Altima. Not sure if I'm feeling that!
Otherwise, I think this car looks far classier than the current gen Accord. Knowing Honda, the high end model (EX) will have the HID option, to mirror that of the coupe. Honda is all about economy of scale -- why built it for 1 model but not have it available for another? It would make sense for the engineers to bring out a base model test mule. That's what most will drive and it won't have to 'wow factor' of a higher end model (ie leather interior, bigger rims, etc) I think Honda will also keep the high offset of rims so people can "transfer" from their current model to this model. (ie my Volks can be slapped on this baby!
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I know you're joking with this ... but I'm curious to know how far Cleveland is from Marysville? 
I suppose I could mapquest it or google map it. 
Otherwise, I think this car looks far classier than the current gen Accord. Knowing Honda, the high end model (EX) will have the HID option, to mirror that of the coupe. Honda is all about economy of scale -- why built it for 1 model but not have it available for another? It would make sense for the engineers to bring out a base model test mule. That's what most will drive and it won't have to 'wow factor' of a higher end model (ie leather interior, bigger rims, etc) I think Honda will also keep the high offset of rims so people can "transfer" from their current model to this model. (ie my Volks can be slapped on this baby!
)
BTW, it was spotted in Ohio!? Why didn't I see it!? LOL
I suppose I could mapquest it or google map it.
05-12-2007, 12:00 PM
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Hm caranddriver said honda is putting a new i-vetc with a 3.5 engine in it. I can only imagine what this means for the TL.
05-12-2007, 01:59 PM
#1368
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Originally Posted by dom
Why the bubble on the front head light? It looks horrible from certain angles.
Otherwise, a very nice mid size family sedan.
Otherwise, a very nice mid size family sedan.
05-12-2007, 06:29 PM
#1371
There's NO way that it looks like a 5 series. Gas filler door isn't on the same side.
05-12-2007, 08:47 PM
#1372
Originally Posted by jupitersolo
There's NO way that it looks like a 5 series. Gas filler door isn't on the same side.
it kinda does, and it kinda doesn't... the tape really messes up the view of the car... 5 series has more definition...
05-12-2007, 10:17 PM
#1373
Drifting
Marysville is closer to Columbus than Cleveland...
Originally Posted by derrick
I know you're joking with this ... but I'm curious to know how far Cleveland is from Marysville? I suppose I could mapquest it or google map it.
I suppose I could mapquest it or google map it. I believe that Marysville is closer to Columbus than Cleveland... hey, even if the Honda plant is in Cleveland, knowing my luck I am sure that I will never get to see these test vehicles anyway! LOL!!!
BTW, I wonder if this was designed in the Honda California studio? Or is it a Japanese design?
05-12-2007, 10:21 PM
#1374
Drifting
Rotflol!
Originally Posted by chungkopi
BTW, I actually think that the rear end is a bit like the RL....
05-12-2007, 10:28 PM
#1375
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^ You can see they taped up the indentation that goes along the beltline (where the door handles are) ... this is a la the current (4th) gen TL. Trickle down effect? Take some Acura lines and add a little BMW silhouette. BAM! Next gen Accord. 
05-12-2007, 10:31 PM
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Originally Posted by derrick
^ You can see they taped up the indentation that goes along the beltline (where the door handles are) ... this is a la the current (4th) gen TL. Trickle down effect? Take some Acura lines and add a little BMW silhouette. BAM! Next gen Accord.
let's hope that they locked or threw away the molds and design team of the 03-05 Accord sedan.
05-12-2007, 10:50 PM
#1378
I don't think the indent down the side profile will be like the TL, but more like the last gen BMW 5-Series. More like a crease.
05-12-2007, 11:08 PM
#1379
The sizzle in the Steak
The more spy shots I see of this sedan, the more I don't like it.
05-13-2007, 09:18 AM
#1381
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Originally Posted by 04EuroAccordTsx
are you saying that Honda is running out of ideas and recycling them?
I don't think the indent down the side profile will be like the TL, but more like the last gen BMW 5-Series. More like a crease.
05-14-2007, 05:59 AM
#1382
Three Wheelin'
I think it's okay... I still like the design of the Camry better. I thought that the new Accord would be significantly nicer looking than the Camry to try and win some Camry buyers over. The rear end looks really boring to me. I hope that they tweak it to add some more detail.
05-14-2007, 08:30 AM
#1384
how handsome I am
Originally Posted by dampfnudel
Do I like it ? It's too early to tell. The front reminds me of the Sonata while the side/rear-end reminds me of the BMW 5 series. I'll have to see it in person.
sonata sans projectors... 
it still looks nice though. Also, seems to have grown a ridgeline grille.
05-14-2007, 10:11 AM
#1385
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Originally Posted by ostrich
OMG! That new Accord sedan is BEAUTIFUL! BMW 5 series, eat your heart out!!! LOL
The only thing is, it needs bigger wheels than the ones in the spy shots...
BTW, it was spotted in Ohio!? Why didn't I see it!? LOL
The only thing is, it needs bigger wheels than the ones in the spy shots...
BTW, it was spotted in Ohio!? Why didn't I see it!? LOL
Umm, BMW has the M5... BMW already had Hondas heart for Breakfast and shat it out... they died.
Not to mention the 5 series gets a few more luxury amenities than the Accord.
Not a good comparison at all...
The very low end 5 series might compare, but that would be a highly stripped down model.
05-14-2007, 03:34 PM
#1387
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Looks good to me. Accord is the volume seller family sedan for Honda - there is no need for a polarizing design. The 7th gen is quite a failure in exterior design. Just think what increment improvement could do.
From the spys shots, the front and rear are pretty fine to me. The first Accord in a long time to have a grille of some sort.
The side profile is pretty nice. Not quite the well sculpted lines that the Bimmer has, but good enough for me if I want to purchase a midsize, affordable family sedan.
Let's wait for the final version to pass on judgments like 'the worst design i've seen'. Some people don't know what they are talking about.
From the spys shots, the front and rear are pretty fine to me. The first Accord in a long time to have a grille of some sort.
The side profile is pretty nice. Not quite the well sculpted lines that the Bimmer has, but good enough for me if I want to purchase a midsize, affordable family sedan.
Let's wait for the final version to pass on judgments like 'the worst design i've seen'. Some people don't know what they are talking about.
05-14-2007, 03:38 PM
#1388
What Would Don Draper Do?
same here. looks good to me. the front looks a lot like the sonata, which i thought looked like an improved accord.
i agree that's how it is with the auto industry now. designs and cues are taken from each other all the time now.
but it looks good. i'll still have to wait for the official pictures, but it looks promising and and much better than the current gen.
i'm probably in the minority here, but i still prefer the camry se's design...
i agree that's how it is with the auto industry now. designs and cues are taken from each other all the time now.
but it looks good. i'll still have to wait for the official pictures, but it looks promising and and much better than the current gen.
i'm probably in the minority here, but i still prefer the camry se's design...
05-14-2007, 08:36 PM
#1390
Drifting
Relax, it was just humor! :-)
Originally Posted by SiGGy
Umm, BMW has the M5... BMW already had Hondas heart for Breakfast and shat it out... they died.
Not to mention the 5 series gets a few more luxury amenities than the Accord.
Not a good comparison at all...
The very low end 5 series might compare, but that would be a highly stripped down model.
Not to mention the 5 series gets a few more luxury amenities than the Accord.
Not a good comparison at all...
The very low end 5 series might compare, but that would be a highly stripped down model.
Relax and have a nice day!
05-14-2007, 08:43 PM
#1391
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Originally Posted by ostrich
Oh no, I was not comparing the Accord with the 5 series. I just found it amusing that something about a third of its price can look just so similar and almost as good as the 5 series!
Relax and have a nice day!
Relax and have a nice day!
"almost as good as the 5 series" put down the crack pipe dude... they are not even comparable. Saying "almost as good" insinuates you think they are comparable or even close to one another.
"relax" why do I need to "relax"? I'm not upset or worked up. I'm just responding to your ridiculous posts.
You have a good day too! And stop using the crack
But ya, the Accord is very nice! But it's light years behind a 5 series in many ways... BMW has better models to compare to the Accord. Perhaps use them instead...
Granted the photoshop'd images do have some aesthetic similarities from the side!
05-14-2007, 09:43 PM
#1392
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Originally Posted by SiGGy
"almost as good as the 5 series" put down the crack pipe dude... they are not even comparable. Saying "almost as good" insinuates you think they are comparable or even close to one another.
But it's light years behind a 5 series in many ways... BMW has better models to compare to the Accord. Perhaps use them instead...
But it's light years behind a 5 series in many ways... BMW has better models to compare to the Accord. Perhaps use them instead...
While likely correct, lets not go making too many assumptions about a car that is months from release and first drives. Fact is we know nothing about how good or bad this new Accord will be.
05-15-2007, 07:16 AM
#1393
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05-15-2007, 08:04 AM
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The front reminds of a Caddy and a the rear reminds me of a Hyundai. I'll reserve final judgement when I see it in person, but from the pictures I don't care for it at all.
05-15-2007, 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Garnet Canuck
The front reminds of a Caddy and a the rear reminds me of a Hyundai. I'll reserve final judgement when I see it in person, but from the pictures I don't care for it at all.
05-15-2007, 02:35 PM
#1396
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Originally Posted by Stevens24
Well considering that Hyundai ripped ther rear end off of the last Gen Accord, they should look similar.
05-15-2007, 05:55 PM
#1397
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Originally Posted by dom
While likely correct, lets not go making too many assumptions about a car that is months from release and first drives. Fact is we know nothing about how good or bad this new Accord will be.
You too know it'll be nowhere near a M5 or a 540 in sport or luxury, and as usual it won't hold a candle to being a luxury car... Not to mention leaving out the 50/50 weight balance, better brakes, steering feedback/ratio...
It'll be a nice car as the Accord always is, but it's no 5 series... it's not meant to compete in that arena anyway. So this conversation as I was pointing out to the other guy is moot.
Again, I'm sure the Accord will be nice as it always is... but it's more like a 3 series than a 5. And even then it has a LOT to do to catch up to a loaded 335i
05-15-2007, 06:23 PM
#1398
The sizzle in the Steak
That coupe is
Here's hoping the sedan looks better..but so far it's not looking good.
Here's hoping the sedan looks better..but so far it's not looking good.
05-15-2007, 11:06 PM
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Regardless if both the Accord coupe and sedan are ugly to all of you, the Americans are going to buy it because it's an Accord. Also, because it's the best bank for the buck with reliability, quality, and value.
Why no official pictures of an actual next gen TSX or TL yet? I know you guys are going to say Sports4 concept, but has Honda from their own mouths said that will be for sure the bodystyle of the TSX?
Why no official pictures of an actual next gen TSX or TL yet? I know you guys are going to say Sports4 concept, but has Honda from their own mouths said that will be for sure the bodystyle of the TSX?
