New Owner - Silver Moon 6MT (pics)
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Gave my ILX its first bath last night!
No, I still have the Legend and I'll keep it forever. Way too many memories.
Thanks! I'll be sure and share my adventures with everyone.
Thanks - yeah I definitely see similarities to some of the other Honda & Acura silver shades. The color was actually really close to my friend's RSX that I parked next to over the weekend, but it's a different paint code.
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Thank you!
I think it looks good. Trunk is really short/stubby otherwise. Needs something to 'lengthen' it.
Yeah I LOVE my Legend. Drove that thing 420,000 miles in 9 years since I bought it in 2003 at 95,000. It's enjoying retirement now at 514,000. Acura hosted a really nice red carpet reception at headquarters in LA when I turned 500k last November. Car still has its original engine, transmission, and clutch. I'm going to have the nose painted next month (rock chip city).
No, I still have the Legend and I'll keep it forever. Way too many memories.
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Thank you!
I think it looks good. Trunk is really short/stubby otherwise. Needs something to 'lengthen' it.
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Hey 4cruizn.....Never realized you were THE TYSON!
I have seen your videos when the RDX and ILX came out a while ago. It is nice to see that you are Acurazine member. Boy, with your notoriety with Acura, you must have had a good deal on this one
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Yeah I'ma definitely have to follow more of Tyson's thread. I'll go out on a limb here and say he'll break at least 50K miles within a year of ownership.
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really good to see your new car Tyson. You talked to the chief designer of Acura and went to the studio and now you are driving the ILX lucky you. I love the new Acura grill.
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Let's see some interior pics
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Tyson, just caught this thread! Glad you're using Acurazine for a vehicle for communication like using the ILX as ... well ... a vehicle! Haha. I've been prowling the 3G TL forum here and have gotten a LOT of great ideas.
Which are you bringing to NALM? I hope to be there in my TL since the KA7 is in NC with my mother.
Take care,
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Which are you bringing to NALM? I hope to be there in my TL since the KA7 is in NC with my mother.
Take care,
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Here is a full write-up with a bunch of pics:
http://drivetofive.wordpress.com/201...-accomplished/
And a video they put together:
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Edit: looks like it won't let me embed here. Just click this:
There will be another YouTube video segment coming up soon. The day that I picked up the car, we spent that evening getting some rolling shots of the car in central Phoenix with a film crew. Notice the rental Buick parked in front of the ILX here had a whole system of suction-cup camera mounts on the back liftgate.
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Originally Posted by EarlthePearl
Congrat's on your new aquisition Tyson. The ILX looks really nice with the body kit and wheels
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The interior is really nice.
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How about some driving impressions? Were I to lease/buy an ILX, the 6MT is the one I'd buy.
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Me too! Only thing I've noticed is that when the interior is piping hot (and it's 112 degrees outside) the metal knob gets hot to the touch. I guess not everyone lives in Phoenix, though.
I'm impressed with it too. Feels bigger than it is. Quality of materials is great. I especially like the feel of the steering wheel leather.
Thanks for visiting it! Yeah it's really nerdy but I have a ton of fun documenting my travels and stories about my cars. I started that blog in March 2011 and it has been crazy to see the level of traffic rise as people actually take an interest in it. You should start one!
Worth your while for sure.
Sure thing. It's fun. I'm coming from a 6MT (heavy, old) Legend so this car FEELS nimble. You can throw it around corners. It grips insanely well. Fit & finish on this car feels as good as my $42k Legend. Doors close solidly. Cabin feels quiet and refined. Not something you'd expect from a car that starts at $25k. Exhaust note can be loud at times. Wishing for more door pocket space. Seat bottoms feel a bit 'flat' when you're on the road for 6+ hours at a time, which even for me doesn't happen that often. Any specific questions you've got?
I'm impressed with it too. Feels bigger than it is. Quality of materials is great. I especially like the feel of the steering wheel leather.
Worth your while for sure.
Sure thing. It's fun. I'm coming from a 6MT (heavy, old) Legend so this car FEELS nimble. You can throw it around corners. It grips insanely well. Fit & finish on this car feels as good as my $42k Legend. Doors close solidly. Cabin feels quiet and refined. Not something you'd expect from a car that starts at $25k. Exhaust note can be loud at times. Wishing for more door pocket space. Seat bottoms feel a bit 'flat' when you're on the road for 6+ hours at a time, which even for me doesn't happen that often. Any specific questions you've got?
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Looks great! Finally someone on here with an ILX.
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Sure thing. It's fun. I'm coming from a 6MT (heavy, old) Legend so this car FEELS nimble. You can throw it around corners. It grips insanely well. Fit & finish on this car feels as good as my $42k Legend. Doors close solidly. Cabin feels quiet and refined. Not something you'd expect from a car that starts at $25k. Exhaust note can be loud at times. Wishing for more door pocket space. Seat bottoms feel a bit 'flat' when you're on the road for 6+ hours at a time, which even for me doesn't happen that often. Any specific questions you've got?
So my question is, did you test drive a TSX as well and if so, will I be similarly surprised by the ILX? Does the acceleration FEEL adequate with the 6MT?
And before people ask, no, I'm not getting rid of the CTS-V. Just looking (weakly) at gas efficient commuters to add to the stable.
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Awesome and congrats to you. I think the ILX looks great. The ILX, 2G RDX and concept RLX have given me hope for Acura's future. Hope it serves you well.
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hahahaha am eager to see another 500,000 mile milestone Tyson....
keep cruising brother !!!
keep cruising brother !!!
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Good looking car - my car is a baby compared to your Legend. LOL. When I first saw the TLX on Acura's website and online, I didn't think it looked good. I blame the photographers because after seeing it in person and then also looking at your shots, it's a nice looking vehicle. Good luck hitting another 500,000 on this one!
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Thanks!!
Bottom line: Yes. More than adequate. Actually, at a ride & drive event in April that Acura held here in Arizona in connection with the press launch of the 2013 RDX and ILX, they had a 2012 TSX SE 6MT for us to drive along with the 2013 ILX 6MT. I seriously was hard pressed to tell the difference from a performance perspective between the two. TSX does feel "bigger" but that's honestly the main thing that stood out. Acceleration felt neck & neck.
Thank you! Yes I think Acura's moving in the right direction here.
Thanks! Sorry your Legend didn't live to see 300k. They are great cars. Rarely see nice ones on the road anymore...
Haha, thanks. It'll take me awhile but I'll get there.
Woot, thanks! I'm up to 2,500 already. Took it to LA and back last week.
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Haha, thanks. It'll take me awhile but I'll get there.
Woot, thanks! I'm up to 2,500 already. Took it to LA and back last week.
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i hope you didnt get gas there
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Thanks!!
Bottom line: Yes. More than adequate. Actually, at a ride & drive event in April that Acura held here in Arizona in connection with the press launch of the 2013 RDX and ILX, they had a 2012 TSX SE 6MT for us to drive along with the 2013 ILX 6MT. I seriously was hard pressed to tell the difference from a performance perspective between the two. TSX does feel "bigger" but that's honestly the main thing that stood out. Acceleration felt neck & neck.
Bottom line: Yes. More than adequate. Actually, at a ride & drive event in April that Acura held here in Arizona in connection with the press launch of the 2013 RDX and ILX, they had a 2012 TSX SE 6MT for us to drive along with the 2013 ILX 6MT. I seriously was hard pressed to tell the difference from a performance perspective between the two. TSX does feel "bigger" but that's honestly the main thing that stood out. Acceleration felt neck & neck.
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Nice acquisition!
The Legend is the car that introduced me to Acura. I still remember the day I went to go look for a used car and got into the cabin of 91 coupe. I was amazed at the interior. I looked at the sales guy and said what year is this thing..a 98?! He laughed and said lol, no Sir this is a 91. Blew me out of the water!
Then after a transmission problem, I got into a 94 sedan GS. Beautiful car.
Those Legends are tanks. Just take care of them and they will keep going.
The Legend is the car that introduced me to Acura. I still remember the day I went to go look for a used car and got into the cabin of 91 coupe. I was amazed at the interior. I looked at the sales guy and said what year is this thing..a 98?! He laughed and said lol, no Sir this is a 91. Blew me out of the water!
Then after a transmission problem, I got into a 94 sedan GS. Beautiful car.
Those Legends are tanks. Just take care of them and they will keep going.
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^^^^^
That's not too shabby.
That's not too shabby.
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I really like the wheels
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Very nice, really loving the color and the way the dealer upgrades are lookin!
How's the 2.4L? My parents are looking to lease a new vehicle come February and I am trying to push them in the Acura direction
How's the 2.4L? My parents are looking to lease a new vehicle come February and I am trying to push them in the Acura direction
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Me too. These are actually a derivative of the accessory 19" TL wheel with diamond cut finish. They're 10 spokes but the polished finish is only on 5 of them. Very cool effect. They're a pain to clean, that's my only complaint!
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I dropped off the ILX this morning with Acura for a couple of things. The TPMS light reset, and to have a tiny scratch buffed out on the driver's door that we think must've happened during transport of the car to AZ. I'm in a loaner white 2012 TL Tech with 2,500 miles on it. It is really striking to go from a 4 cyl to a V6 and punch it on the onramp. The TL is definitely more ballsy but doesn't feel quite as nimble as my ILX in technical handling.
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I so wanted to see a mil miles on your Legend bro...put the ILX aside and keep driving the Legend i say
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