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04-24-2014, 11:54 AM
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NSX > 135i ...do et!
04-24-2014, 12:04 PM
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I would do the NSX as well...
its got the reliable J series and you probably know all about the engine/car since you had a J series car before....
04-24-2014, 12:35 PM
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^ So, Looks like I wont have to make a change at all. Instead of the drastic move to Boston, I got to move to Atlanta instead with my current employer. Sooooo, now I've got to do fun stuff, like sell a house and get a new one here.
I did see that theres an opportunity to get my hands on a 99 NSX, but I'd have to let the 135 go.....tempting.
I did see that theres an opportunity to get my hands on a 99 NSX, but I'd have to let the 135 go.....tempting.
Another benefit for you is that unlike any of the cars you currently own, the NSX will not depreciate much if at all (assuming it's a clean example). If you do decide to part ways with it, you'll get all of your money back...possibly more.
The NSX has a C-series engine (NA1 = C30A, NA2 = C32B), not a J-series. Big difference, IMO.
04-24-2014, 12:42 PM
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05-27-2014, 04:17 PM
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I have added the J-Pipe and Type-S tails to the TL. Looks like I'm probably going to keep it for the long haul. With the J-Pipe addition, I am up to 28.5 MPG from 26 MPG.
I have the itch. Do I go for something cosmetic for the 1-series or A-Spec for the TL.
I have the itch. Do I go for something cosmetic for the 1-series or A-Spec for the TL.
05-27-2014, 04:26 PM
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brother, I think the ASPEC kit is the must have on the TL...
you can get the full kit for about 700 bucks from Bruce or Tim@ OEMAcura...also do hurry since last time we checked (for Steven) he got the last front base aspec (SSM color) there ever will be
few other colors were discontinued as well....so that is the first thing I would do....
you can get the full kit for about 700 bucks from Bruce or Tim@ OEMAcura...also do hurry since last time we checked (for Steven) he got the last front base aspec (SSM color) there ever will be
few other colors were discontinued as well....so that is the first thing I would do....
05-27-2014, 04:38 PM
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That is a tough choice... I would tweak with the 135 first though
05-27-2014, 04:57 PM
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05-27-2014, 05:05 PM
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05-29-2014, 12:44 AM
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05-29-2014, 09:47 AM
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actually with the way Acura has been going, it will soon be bimmerzine AND BRZine
09-03-2014, 07:12 AM
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But now, the itch is back.
My mild side wants to go for 43 mpgs with a fully loaded CPO 328d wagon with 4,000 miles.
My wild side wants to go for a 400 hp 3 year old CPO M3 with 40,000 miles.
and my very practical side just got rid of the TL for a new 2014 Honda Accord EX Sedan.....6-speed manual of course. No CVTs here. Hard to resist with .9 financing from Honda, $3500 off sticker, and 34 mpg on the highway for all the driving I need to do.
First World Problems.
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09-03-2014, 09:05 AM
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Sounds like pretty good first world problems.
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09-03-2014, 09:19 PM
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Yes, its true. I had to let it go. Despite doing my research prior to buying the car (including talking to the previous owner), something didnt seem right with the car. As I live out of my car sometimes weeks at a time, I have to be able to trust it. In the 3000 miles I put on it after an oil change, I was able to trigger the low oil light TWICE: once back home in Eastern NC (and I had a quart in my trunk), and on my way to DC (at 9pm in Richmond, and I couldnt get my hands on any 5W40). And that was within 3 days of each other.
So, I just admitted to myself that it was an emotional purchase, not a rational one. And an expensive mistake at that.
I pitted dealers against each other, and was able to salvage the value on it. I traded it for a barely used (4k miles) Blue/Cornsilk 2012 VW Passat TDi w/DSG, fully loaded and CPO'd. Nowhere near as fast, but def has more toys and gets more than twice the Fuel Economy than the RS4 (45 mpg vs. 22 mpg)
So, I just admitted to myself that it was an emotional purchase, not a rational one. And an expensive mistake at that.
I pitted dealers against each other, and was able to salvage the value on it. I traded it for a barely used (4k miles) Blue/Cornsilk 2012 VW Passat TDi w/DSG, fully loaded and CPO'd. Nowhere near as fast, but def has more toys and gets more than twice the Fuel Economy than the RS4 (45 mpg vs. 22 mpg)
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09-09-2014, 03:09 PM
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Now that its September, at least I've made it to a year in 2 of the 3 cars.
But now, the itch is back.
My mild side wants to go for 43 mpgs with a fully loaded CPO 328d wagon with 4,000 miles.
My wild side wants to go for a 400 hp 3 year old CPO M3 with 40,000 miles.
and my very practical side just got rid of the TL for a new 2014 Honda Accord EX Sedan.....6-speed manual of course. No CVTs here. Hard to resist with .9 financing from Honda, $3500 off sticker, and 34 mpg on the highway for all the driving I need to do.
First World Problems.
But now, the itch is back.
My mild side wants to go for 43 mpgs with a fully loaded CPO 328d wagon with 4,000 miles.
My wild side wants to go for a 400 hp 3 year old CPO M3 with 40,000 miles.
and my very practical side just got rid of the TL for a new 2014 Honda Accord EX Sedan.....6-speed manual of course. No CVTs here. Hard to resist with .9 financing from Honda, $3500 off sticker, and 34 mpg on the highway for all the driving I need to do.
First World Problems.
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01-22-2015, 01:51 PM
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Reeeeeeeealy
01-22-2015, 07:26 PM
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02-05-2015, 11:39 AM
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^^^Love it! Congrats!
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02-05-2015, 11:43 AM
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02-05-2015, 01:04 PM
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Great color combo! Congrats!! 
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02-10-2015, 12:26 PM
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So damn purdy.
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02-10-2015, 12:57 PM
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Someday, an RS6 Avant+
Nice ride.
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02-12-2015, 12:35 PM
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Congratulations gr8ness97! You will love the screaming V8's sound with the top down.
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02-12-2015, 04:01 PM
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Four suggested cosmetic mods for the E93 M3:
- Gloss black kidney grilles;
- LED Angel Eyes (e.g. LUX);
- Color matched covers for the reflectors on the front bumper;
- The optional decklid spoiler for the rear (makes the trunk of the E93 look just bit less "long".
- Gloss black kidney grilles;
- LED Angel Eyes (e.g. LUX);
- Color matched covers for the reflectors on the front bumper;
- The optional decklid spoiler for the rear (makes the trunk of the E93 look just bit less "long".
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02-13-2015, 06:07 AM
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Only problem is, I wanna get this Hondata reflash for the Accord too.
You wanna drive a manual in South Florida though?
I opted not to get the manual because of Atlanta's traffic. I forgot to look you up too while I was down there. Maybe I'll bring it back down when I go back down there in early March.