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Old 01-27-2014, 01:33 PM
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That really is some dumb BS. Wow.
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Very few manufacturers allow us to do that in the states.

What would be nice is if we could order a car the way we wanted w/o having to pay a separate fee to do so (if they even allow that at all).

I understand why they don't though. Some moron would order a Fuscia Honda Pilot with roll-up windows and then change their mind before taking delivery and Honda would be stuck with a car they can't sell.

But given that Honda makes cars in the U.S., I don't understand why we can't get some more flexibility. Same for other cars built in North America. They do it in Europe and the sky hasn't fallen.
I could see an easy solution for that. Non refundable deposit of a certain percentage of the total cost. Not many would want to walk away from a decent chunk of money.
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I could see an easy solution for that. Non refundable deposit of a certain percentage of the total cost. Not many would want to walk away from a decent chunk of money.
Agreed. I was reading about Volvo's Euro Delivery and it made it sound like we don't actually own the car until it hits the dealer and the paperwork gets submitted. So, it may not be something that's legally enforceable as far as a contract goes.

I don't know if every state allows dealers to accept deposits due to money laundering.
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I could see an easy solution for that. Non refundable deposit of a certain percentage of the total cost. Not many would want to walk away from a decent chunk of money.
When I ordered my CTS-V wagon, I had to pay a non-refundable deposit of 10% to reserve the car because no one buys blue. Luckily, I really wanted the car as I spec'd it out, and they had given me a stellar deal, so I didn't walk. The sales manager explained that if he ordered a V wagon, it would be black because that's what most people want, and so if I backed out, he'd have a big blue 6MT wagon that no one would want.

And he was right from a business standpoint.
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Old 01-27-2014, 07:36 PM
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Surprised a good amount of people are choosing the TLX, it doesn't look that great, and seem to still carry over old tech from the previous gen, with no manual option?

I'll be interested when they slap a v-tec turbo with AWD + stick.
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Originally Posted by CAgine
Surprised a good amount of people are choosing the TLX, it doesn't look that great, and seem to still carry over old tech from the previous gen, with no manual option?

I'll be interested when they slap a v-tec turbo with AWD + stick.
Are you willing to pay for that?
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In a realistic world and not talking $100k cars for me it'd be:

1) 2015 TLX (I'd prefer to wait to see if there's a sport version but it's so sexy as is)
2) Lexus IS350 F Sport
3) New body Hyundai Genesis R-Spec (my girls mom drives older r-spec. Beast)
4) Lexus GS350 F Sport
5) Cadillac ATS 2.0

If we're NOT speaking in realistic terminology, then it's the 2014 ABT Audi RS7 =)
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Navigation can be a deal breaker I guess.

But keyless start? Really?
Yes.I would never own another car without it. The dealership once gave me a TSX as a loaner while my TL was getting serviced. That's when I realized that using keys just plain outright sucks.
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Old 01-28-2014, 12:29 AM
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Going to be a few years (4-5 years) as I just finished the last payment on the Infiniti FX. But, as of right now, the BMW 5-Series looks to be the front-runner for my next car.

Possibly Porsche Cayenne. But, I am likely done with SUVs.
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Well I just bought my Accord a few months ago. My wife is waiting for the 2nd generation CR-Z to come out, we'll replace hers then.

And the S2000 is definitely staying around forever and ever.
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I'm guessing a minivan, since I hope to have kids in the next 3 years, and well.... I like minivans.

Probably a Sienna. I checked out the Isis and Estima when i was in Japan in November.
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Originally Posted by neuronbob
And you know what? So would I. It's amazing the number of people in this thread who have mentioned this car. To be completely honest, if it had XM, I'd likely have bought one already instead of waiting for the new Acura sedans. Seriously. And believe me, I love me some torque, look at what I drive now. The Accord Sport, in 6MT form, is simply a gift to those of us who remember what Hondas used to be--good-looking, sporty-handling, practical cars with great fuel economy, for cheap. And the Accord Sport is cheeeeeeeep.

Sorry for the tome, but I admit to being a Honda fogey, having driven them for almost 25 years at this point.
+1 Local Honda dealer has 2014 Accord Sport AT for ~$18K.

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My ideal Accord Sport would have (in addition to how it comes equipped)

-more than four speakers
-moonroof
-indicator mirrors
-XM
-lighting package (maybe)
Could live without the XM, but the others I would like as well.

I've yet to drive a 9G Accord but would like to sometime.
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Old 01-28-2014, 08:23 AM
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Originally Posted by charliemike
That ... Is bullshit.
I was seriously considering a new Accord Sport before the new Mazda 6 & 3 came out. Browsing around on an Accord forum & saw a lot of people upgrading to the Touring lights. After a few months of it, the prices suddenly jumped considerably.
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Old 01-28-2014, 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I could see an easy solution for that. Non refundable deposit of a certain percentage of the total cost. Not many would want to walk away from a decent chunk of money.
I'd have no problem with that. Bring back the Saturn model & make everything an option. We had a '97 SL2 when I was younger that we got new that had every option except a sunroof & automatic transmission. I had a '96 SL2 a few years later & the only options it had were power locks & an auto; it had cloth seats, manual windows & no cruise control. Good luck finding an EX Civic like that.
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Originally Posted by CAgine
Surprised a good amount of people are choosing the TLX, it doesn't look that great, and seem to still carry over old tech from the previous gen, with no manual option?

I'll be interested when they slap a v-tec turbo with AWD + stick.
And you know this from??? They havent shown the inside, told the options, or told specifics of the new sh-awd. Not to mention 2 completely new transmissions.
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Originally Posted by 00TL-P3.2
I'd have no problem with that. Bring back the Saturn model & make everything an option. We had a '97 SL2 when I was younger that we got new that had every option except a sunroof & automatic transmission. I had a '96 SL2 a few years later & the only options it had were power locks & an auto; it had cloth seats, manual windows & no cruise control. Good luck finding an EX Civic like that.
I just dont understand why Honda/Acura doesnt offer more things as options. If they were to ever offer a box to check to not have a moonroof id be all over it like white on rice.
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I miss the old Fsttyms1 sometimes

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I miss the old Fsttyms1 sometimes

which would be??????? ( im getting old with memory loss)
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Yes.I would never own another car without it. The dealership once gave me a TSX as a loaner while my TL was getting serviced. That's when I realized that using keys just plain outright sucks.
Haha I know what you mean. I love keyless start. But I couldn't resist posting this.

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My car has keyless too, and it is still very weird to push in clutch + brake + start button.
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My car has keyless too, and it is still very weird to push in clutch + brake + start button.
Then you should try, Insert Key + Turn key to ignition + Clutch + Brake (if necessary) + Start button = S2000 <--stupidest push Start ever
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Originally Posted by JS + BRZ
My car has keyless too, and it is still very weird to push in clutch + brake + start button.
I don't have to push the brake in the ST. Just clutch + start button.

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Then you should try, Insert Key + Turn key to ignition + Clutch + Brake (if necessary) + Start button = S2000 <--stupidest push Start ever
I think that's pretty cool... it reminds me of starting an aircraft.
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I hate my keys.


Starting it, no biggie. Locking and unlocking, .
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
I just dont understand why Honda/Acura doesnt offer more things as options. If they were to ever offer a box to check to not have a moonroof id be all over it like white on rice.
Or they have odd availability. Like fixed interior colors with some exterior colors, what if I want a white car & black interior? No, you acn have tan or gray . Or only offering 2 colors on the 6MT Accord Sport, but 6-7 on the CVT Sport?!?
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Originally Posted by oonowindoo
Then you should try, Insert Key + Turn key to ignition + Clutch + Brake (if necessary) + Start button = S2000 <--stupidest push Start ever
forgot about that. I remember telling my friend who owned a s2k "THIS IS STUPID".

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I don't have to push the brake in the ST. Just clutch + start button.
Oh shit. Maybe I don't have to press on the brake. I'll try it at lunch.
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Oh no I cant push a button to turn on my $20k car.. I have to twist a key..
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Oh no I cant push a button to turn on my $20k car.. I have to twist a key..
There was only one person, but make it two now that you are here.
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Originally Posted by 00TL-P3.2
Or they have odd availability. Like fixed interior colors with some exterior colors, what if I want a white car & black interior? No, you acn have tan or gray . Or only offering 2 colors on the 6MT Accord Sport, but 6-7 on the CVT Sport?!?
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Originally Posted by CAgine
Surprised a good amount of people are choosing the TLX, it doesn't look that great, and seem to still carry over old tech from the previous gen, with no manual option?

I'll be interested when they slap a v-tec turbo with AWD + stick.
Why are you surprised on an Acura enthusiast forum? Acura didn't exactly hit it out of the park, but the TLX looks solid compared to the RLX and (especially) the ILX.

As for me, it's still early yet. I love my TSX so far, but I only have like 14,000 miles on it.
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I think I would consider either a Subie WRX wagon, or a 1st gen TSX. I dunno though, I just bought my CL, so Ive got at least 5 years before I can even consider a new car, at least at that price range.
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I just bought my CL, so Ive got at least 5 years before I can even consider a new car, at least at that price range.
Oh...it will be WAY sooner than 5 years...
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Oh...it will be WAY sooner than 5 years...


Little does he know what awaits him.
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Originally Posted by Sarlacc
Oh...it will be WAY sooner than 5 years...
Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S


Little does he know what awaits him.
lol you guys are so right. i ended up swapping a '07 TL tranny to fix issue though.
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I wonder if we can swap the new 8speed in CL-S?
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This just reminds me.... Can Honda finally make a reliable auto tranny now? or the new 8 speed will be GG again for the first few years.
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This just reminds me.... Can Honda finally make a reliable auto tranny now? or the new 8 speed will be GG again for the first few years.
I thought they've been reliable across the board for at least the past 5 years.
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I thought they've been reliable across the board for at least the past 5 years.
Nope.
Not in the Oddy's.

My old Oddy was a whining, hard shifting mess.

Ask dom about his Oddy transmission mess.

Maybe I purchased two vehicles that were Honda's hot mess when it came to AT, but I've had enough of Honda's sub par AT. I know now to stay away for a while.
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lol you guys are so right. i ended up swapping a '07 TL tranny to fix issue though.
Since my parents had an older (99) Oddy, I knew to avoid Honda AT's. Not to mention I will only drive stick at this point, having driven a slushbox Crown Vic for 2 or 3 years.

So no, I will not be looking for a new car anytime soon
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