Twin Cities Acuras
08-26-2010, 06:14 PM
#7321
^^^ Agreed with the above, although my choice of 'fun' vehicle would be different. If it weren't for the 2-stall garage, I would have saved the small fortune I've dumped into this thing and bought an additional car.
I suppose it's not all bad though. I would have been paying through the nose for an additional car of my choice. This way, I get to have 90% of the same fun, but without the additional monthly cost. And in this sort of market, that's priceless.
I suppose it's not all bad though. I would have been paying through the nose for an additional car of my choice. This way, I get to have 90% of the same fun, but without the additional monthly cost. And in this sort of market, that's priceless.
and still have a quality vehicle with syle.
I think the one american car I like would be the new mustang but you can't get one of them to start messing with HP until your warrany expires. 
08-26-2010, 06:15 PM
#7322
I've got a 2 stall garage, but the "bonus" if you want to call it that - my truck doesn't fit in the garage. So one of the stalls will be free. lol
But anywho. Sale Pending! I think a fellow Aziner from NC is going to hop on a flight next Saturday and pick it up. That was fast! What do you guys think? I thought $12k (13.5 was KBB) was priced competitively, and to move. Did I give the thing away? Or is it just that I take care of my cars and it shows? I just posted it yesteday and I've already gotten 2 people that pretty much have said they want it. Although the guy from NC has all but committed (already has all info, ran carfax etc) to buying it. While the other very interested person is local, they wanted to take a look at it tomorrow. They already own a TL and are looking for a 2nd - so that pretty much tells me that's a definate sale seeing as I have nothing to hide with mine that would make someone shy away.
But anywho. Sale Pending! I think a fellow Aziner from NC is going to hop on a flight next Saturday and pick it up. That was fast! What do you guys think? I thought $12k (13.5 was KBB) was priced competitively, and to move. Did I give the thing away? Or is it just that I take care of my cars and it shows? I just posted it yesteday and I've already gotten 2 people that pretty much have said they want it. Although the guy from NC has all but committed (already has all info, ran carfax etc) to buying it. While the other very interested person is local, they wanted to take a look at it tomorrow. They already own a TL and are looking for a 2nd - so that pretty much tells me that's a definate sale seeing as I have nothing to hide with mine that would make someone shy away.
08-26-2010, 06:17 PM
#7323
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Until you have cash in hand, it's not sold. Both of those guys could end up being tire kickers, so keep your price steady, you obviously know you are in a good spot if you are getting call-backs.
While I too long for another car with loads of power, I'm planning on going the M5 route. I have always wanted another BMW since I sold my last one, and I have always loved the E39 body style. The E60 would be more fun with an additional 100HP, but my buddy that had one says that he had to drive it from gas station to gas station in order to keep it going. Since it's going to be a family truckster roadtrip machine, that doesn't sound too good.
It's that or an RS-6 Avant...:devilgrin
While I too long for another car with loads of power, I'm planning on going the M5 route. I have always wanted another BMW since I sold my last one, and I have always loved the E39 body style. The E60 would be more fun with an additional 100HP, but my buddy that had one says that he had to drive it from gas station to gas station in order to keep it going. Since it's going to be a family truckster roadtrip machine, that doesn't sound too good.
It's that or an RS-6 Avant...:devilgrin
08-26-2010, 06:32 PM
#7324
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I have to agree with you Bmeyer. The fact that it does have HP and quality is a seller for me. If Iwas to get a " project car " I would be in debt for a while in this economy. I do agree that american muscle cars can get 1000 hp out of the V8 but you can get the same out of a Supra or Z car and still have a quality vehicle with syle. I think the one american car I like would be the new mustang but you can't get one of them to start messing with HP until your warrany expires.
and still have a quality vehicle with syle. I think the one american car I like would be the new mustang but you can't get one of them to start messing with HP until your warrany expires.
08-27-2010, 09:42 AM
#7325
http://www.discovery-automotive.com/...Static_Content
I was inches away from buying its sister a couple of years back. I'll always regret not jumping on it.
08-27-2010, 10:50 PM
#7326
Agreed. Have you seen El Diablo? A guy in Chicago by the name of Dave owns it now.
http://www.discovery-automotive.com/...Static_Content
I was inches away from buying its sister a couple of years back. I'll always regret not jumping on it.
http://www.discovery-automotive.com/...Static_Content
I was inches away from buying its sister a couple of years back. I'll always regret not jumping on it.
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08-28-2010, 04:26 AM
#7327
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SPC Performance Alignment Kits (Front/Rear) [2X Part #67320 & 2X Part #67090]
Hey guys, I thought I would inform you that I am selling BRAND NEW IN BOX Specialty Products Company (SPC) front and rear alignment kits. The alignment kits MSRP for $664.48. I am only asking $475, Or Best Offer, for all four SPC alignment components. Check out my thread in the Black Market: http://tiny.cc/3ikxi. Let me know if you are interested and/or have any questions. Thanks!
08-28-2010, 09:20 PM
#7328
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That 'El Diablo' car is insane. Someone spent some SERIOUS coin getting that made up. I know that a set of headers for a stock M5 (E39) is over a grand, but the benefit is also really nice.
I saw one or two 2003s for sale in Austin when I was down there last week. All had low miles, but high prices. I'd probably be better served buying an E60 for the money.
I have always wanted to buy a perfectly good car and then tear it apart so that I could build the hell out of the engine. I originally wanted to do it on a '95 Legend 2-door coupe, white with tan interior, but they were never at a good price when I could afford one.
I saw one or two 2003s for sale in Austin when I was down there last week. All had low miles, but high prices. I'd probably be better served buying an E60 for the money.
I have always wanted to buy a perfectly good car and then tear it apart so that I could build the hell out of the engine. I originally wanted to do it on a '95 Legend 2-door coupe, white with tan interior, but they were never at a good price when I could afford one.
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08-28-2010, 10:31 PM
#7329
That 'El Diablo' car is insane. Someone spent some SERIOUS coin getting that made up. I know that a set of headers for a stock M5 (E39) is over a grand, but the benefit is also really nice.
I saw one or two 2003s for sale in Austin when I was down there last week. All had low miles, but high prices. I'd probably be better served buying an E60 for the money.
I have always wanted to buy a perfectly good car and then tear it apart so that I could build the hell out of the engine. I originally wanted to do it on a '95 Legend 2-door coupe, white with tan interior, but they were never at a good price when I could afford one.
I saw one or two 2003s for sale in Austin when I was down there last week. All had low miles, but high prices. I'd probably be better served buying an E60 for the money.
I have always wanted to buy a perfectly good car and then tear it apart so that I could build the hell out of the engine. I originally wanted to do it on a '95 Legend 2-door coupe, white with tan interior, but they were never at a good price when I could afford one.
08-29-2010, 06:16 AM
#7330
Punctuation Nazi
I'm actually on my way to the airport once again, back to Austin for another week. Then I'm here for the long weekend and flying to Dallas for the first few days after the holiday. I should be able to be home for a bit after that though, everyone knows that Erin is due in mid-September and they are going to try to keep me in Minneapolis.
I'm starting to wonder why that black one is still there, it's been well over a month since the first time I saw it. Maybe because it's an automagic? Nah, they are all autos now, I wonder if there is some issue with it, or if people are just scared off by the black wheels.
08-29-2010, 01:39 PM
#7332
8th Gear
Back in Fargo now. Read all the comments in here and looks like Brian and Pineapple want V8 muscle cars. Drastic change from the TL, but nothing wrong with that. I think if the funds were feasible, a DD car thats fun and sporty like the TL and then a tire smoking power house for the track and weekends would be the ultimate garage haha
We got the headers and exhaust on the Vette and it is amazing the difference in power just those little things make on a V8. That and it thumps the ground any time you get on it...
We got the headers and exhaust on the Vette and it is amazing the difference in power just those little things make on a V8. That and it thumps the ground any time you get on it...
08-29-2010, 01:54 PM
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08-29-2010, 05:24 PM
#7334
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Back in Fargo now. Read all the comments in here and looks like Brian and Pineapple want V8 muscle cars. Drastic change from the TL, but nothing wrong with that. I think if the funds were feasible, a DD car thats fun and sporty like the TL and then a tire smoking power house for the track and weekends would be the ultimate garage haha
We got the headers and exhaust on the Vette and it is amazing the difference in power just those little things make on a V8. That and it thumps the ground any time you get on it...
We got the headers and exhaust on the Vette and it is amazing the difference in power just those little things make on a V8. That and it thumps the ground any time you get on it...
08-29-2010, 08:54 PM
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fuck acuras. i'm sick of them.. since the new tranny I have been driving conservatively, and taking care of it.
earlier this week the starter stopped working.. They replaced that and the battery and some other bullshit for like $580
then today everything just started powering down (like in the fast and furious!!!1) gauges, lights, abs, engine.. everything.
I don't know how much it will cost to fix but i'm just sick of the money hole that this car is
earlier this week the starter stopped working.. They replaced that and the battery and some other bullshit for like $580
then today everything just started powering down (like in the fast and furious!!!1) gauges, lights, abs, engine.. everything.
I don't know how much it will cost to fix but i'm just sick of the money hole that this car is
08-30-2010, 12:48 AM
#7338
8th Gear
fuck acuras. i'm sick of them.. since the new tranny I have been driving conservatively, and taking care of it.
earlier this week the starter stopped working.. They replaced that and the battery and some other bullshit for like $580
then today everything just started powering down (like in the fast and furious!!!1) gauges, lights, abs, engine.. everything.
I don't know how much it will cost to fix but i'm just sick of the money hole that this car is
earlier this week the starter stopped working.. They replaced that and the battery and some other bullshit for like $580
then today everything just started powering down (like in the fast and furious!!!1) gauges, lights, abs, engine.. everything.
I don't know how much it will cost to fix but i'm just sick of the money hole that this car is
Are you at school now??
09-02-2010, 05:47 PM
#7340
09-03-2010, 09:34 AM
#7344
Cruisin'
Anyone interested in stock 04-06 WDP side skirts? I have bought the a-spec kit and no longer needed them. IM me if interested...
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09-03-2010, 09:48 AM
#7346
Cruisin'
09-03-2010, 12:50 PM
#7348
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Eibach Pro Damper Kit [Part #4041.840]
Hey guys, I thought I would also inform you that I am selling a BRAND NEW IN BOX Eibach Pro Damper Kit [Part #4041.840]. These dampers MSRP for $489.00. I am only asking $300 for all four performance shock absorbers. Check out my thread in the Black Market: http://tiny.cc/8c5kz. Let me know if you are interested and/or have any questions. Thanks!
09-03-2010, 01:02 PM
#7349
Is Cars & Cafe open to everyone? It looks a little ritzy to me. I went to their website and took me a few minutes to figure out what the place is I was like it can't be homes they are to close together. The Philosophy page on their website made me laugh though.
The problem:
The problem:
- Garage space limits me on the number of vehicle my wife allows me to have.
- I dread having my special car used as a bicycle stand by my kids
- I dread all the wasted time waiting for routine maintenance to by done and the mechanic shop
- I dread having to tow my race car across town to my specialist mechanic
- Heated storage is hard to find especially in floor heat
- I like hanging out with other enthusiasts like me
- I like showing off my prized positions (cars, motorcycles, boat, collection of WWII airplane parts)
- I like to have a place to hang out to watch the F1 race
- I'd like to check in on my stored vehicles without having to go there (web cam)
- Rental places don't seem to have the kind of security that I'm expecting.
09-03-2010, 02:01 PM
#7351
Yeah, C&C is open to anyone that wants to show up. Admission is free. They have coffee & donuts for everyone in the clubhouse.
There is a beautiful Ferrari 250 that shows up every now and then. 7-figure car easily.
There is a beautiful Ferrari 250 that shows up every now and then. 7-figure car easily.
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09-05-2010, 02:39 PM
#7353
Punctuation Nazi
Hey, if anyone is looking to upgrade from the TL to a more sporty car, I'm selling the scoobaru. Here's a link to the ad on CL
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hn...937161058.html
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hn...937161058.html
09-05-2010, 11:04 PM
#7354
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I actually went with a friend of mine with a Pontiac G8. There is a high chance I'll be out there with my car tomorrow. Anyone else comig?
I heard that the National President of the Rice Killer Meet will be in attendance tomorrow. The name of the event is lame but there were tons of imports there.
I heard that the National President of the Rice Killer Meet will be in attendance tomorrow. The name of the event is lame but there were tons of imports there.
09-05-2010, 11:29 PM
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I actually went with a friend of mine with a Pontiac G8. There is a high chance I'll be out there with my car tomorrow. Anyone else comig?
I heard that the National President of the Rice Killer Meet will be in attendance tomorrow. The name of the event is lame but there were tons of imports there.
I heard that the National President of the Rice Killer Meet will be in attendance tomorrow. The name of the event is lame but there were tons of imports there.
09-07-2010, 06:26 AM
#7356
With Glow and Josh selling thier cars I think we should try for a group meet this weekend. Nothing big just lunch at the BW3 on Snelling and Hwy 36 say around noon.
09-09-2010, 01:22 AM
#7358
6th Gear
Im new here
Hello fellow Acura owners.
Name is John, From Golden valley MN but now i live in Mankato, I am 23 years old. Love Honda/Acuras, My summer car is 2001 Honda s2000, I just got a 2004 TSX, and my race weekend warrior car is a 95 honda civic CX hatch back with a big turbo and built b16 engine. Fun cars.
Well some more about the car:
2004 NightHawk black pearl
Auto
black leather
factory wheels been powder coated black
20% tint.
lowered on eibach springs
1.comptech header
2 comptech exhaust
Both items been removed
01 s2000 GPW
red the black leather
custom sidewinder turbo manifold
Stealthmode oil lines
tial 38mm wg
vortech water to air intercooler
vortech bov
garrett 60 trim
780cc rc injectors
255lph walbro
Garrett 60 trim turbo
AEM EMS
Spoon exhaust
Runs on e85
Hello fellow Acura owners.
Name is John, From Golden valley MN but now i live in Mankato, I am 23 years old. Love Honda/Acuras, My summer car is 2001 Honda s2000, I just got a 2004 TSX, and my race weekend warrior car is a 95 honda civic CX hatch back with a big turbo and built b16 engine. Fun cars.
Well some more about the car:
2004 NightHawk black pearl
Auto
black leather
factory wheels been powder coated black
20% tint.
lowered on eibach springs
1.comptech header
2 comptech exhaust
Both items been removed
01 s2000 GPW
red the black leather
custom sidewinder turbo manifold
Stealthmode oil lines
tial 38mm wg
vortech water to air intercooler
vortech bov
garrett 60 trim
780cc rc injectors
255lph walbro
Garrett 60 trim turbo
AEM EMS
Spoon exhaust
Runs on e85
09-09-2010, 08:27 AM
#7360
8th Gear
^I Think you bought that one kids TSX. He was on here, maybe he will post.
That is legit! I wonder if they can use personal vehicles in Hawaii??? He has a painted grill, g37 19s, and it looks lowered.
That is legit! I wonder if they can use personal vehicles in Hawaii??? He has a painted grill, g37 19s, and it looks lowered.