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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 07:33 AM
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Might trade in my TL...

I have a 04 tl with lots of work done looking at new nissan maxima what y'all think I should do. New max was 37800 thats alot for a damn nissan
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 07:40 AM
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what do you mean lots of work done to your TL?
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 07:59 AM
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 08:06 AM
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Keep the TL. I've driven some new Maximas and I'm not really impressed. While it looks better than the last model, it still feels clunky and cheap.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 08:10 AM
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Originally Posted by TL SLEEPER
yeah, I wanted to read your mods, not listen or watch.
write out your mod list, please!
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 08:36 AM
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Always part out before you sell...you never get the same back during trade in.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 08:37 AM
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i would keep the tl if i were in ur shoes and not having any major problems with the car. i personally do not like the look of the new maxima at all, and i know if i were to trade my tl for it, i would regret it on the drive home from the dealer.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 08:45 AM
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Well don’t watch u weren't the one who asked
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 08:50 AM
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Tl has been a great car but it is 6 years old but the technology in cars has come a long way and some damn kia's have more options than my tl.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 09:05 AM
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understood but for 38k i would be looking at something other than a maxima. if u wanna jump into the nissan family y not the infiniti g? or if ur staying acura the shawd tl?

38k is very steep for a maxima IMO
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 09:05 AM
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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 09:10 AM
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If you are going to spend that much money for a Nissan you might as well get the G. Just a thought.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 12:02 PM
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Spend the money on a 'G'. IMHO
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 12:45 PM
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Trade in for a 07/08 TL with Navi and keep w/e mods you can for the new TL? What options are you looking for in the newer cars than the TL doesn't have or are you simply getting bored of the TL look? =(
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 01:00 PM
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i think you'd be trading it in for no reason other than to throw money away. Besides the new max's look like altima's, they all look sub luxury.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 01:22 PM
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No I love the tl just want more options. I want navi ipod dock heated and cooled seats. I just like buttons
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 01:23 PM
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The Maxima is a horrible car. I've driven it, the steering is to stiff, the thing feel like it weighs over 5k pounds, and the thing has horrible gas mileage.

If I had to trade in my car it would be for a Exige or a Genesis 2 door Coupe or Type-S. Love the new/old 5.0 Mustangs, but still hate the look.

If you really do love the TL, I would use your extra money to mod the car to make it unique. Different headlights, suspension, turbo charger, or you can do something out of the ordinary for our cars and do carbon fiber roof, hood, side mirrors, etc...

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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by TL SLEEPER
No I love the tl just want more options. I want navi ipod dock heated and cooled seats. I just like buttons
Let's assume your car is paid off. Let's also assume you'll get $10k on a trade in. $28k for a navi ipod doc and cooled seats seams pretty steep. If you just want more "options", you can do a lot of mods for a fraction of that.

Having said that, some people just want change. I agree with others when they say get the G over the Maxima. I probably won't be in the market for another year and half but if I wanted something now, the VW GTI would be on the top of my list.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 01:45 PM
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Hmmmm, ask if you should keep your TL on an Acura forum. No surprise as to the answers, eh?
I agree with the poster who said the new Maxima's favor the Altima. I'm with the others, get an Infiniti. My wife has an FX35 and it is a very squared away vehicle!! One fast kid hauler......
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Originally Posted by TL SLEEPER
Tl has been a great car but it is 6 years old but the technology in cars has come a long way and some damn kia's have more options than my tl.
Then save 20K and buy a Kia.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 04:51 PM
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The new Maxima's don't have any new features that you don't already have, I'd opt for the G37 coupe instead. My brother has the new Maxima and the interior lights are orange, which become quite bothersome at night.

Someone recommended going from the TL to the Genesis, and after having owned both, there isn't a big reason to switch. The interior on both cars are about the same, and they have about the same tech. A bit more power and RWD are the only significant differences.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 05:03 PM
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Thanks eoanou but I doubt ur hyundai would out run my tl. I just drove a 2009 cls500 and its bad ass I got a family so I need the four doors. How much hp that genius rated at
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by TL SLEEPER
Thanks eoanou but I doubt ur hyundai would out run my tl. I just drove a 2009 cls500 and its bad ass I got a family so I need the four doors. How much hp that genius rated at
for sure it would outrun the TL, it's a 3.8 with 300hp and rwd.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 05:33 PM
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My tl has more than 300 crank hp I would run a genesis and win for sure
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 05:39 PM
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I wouldn't get a Maxima, kind of a downgrade from a TL. New Maximas look good from some angles but drives more like a boring old Lexus. I would definitely look at the G37 or the new M37, if not the new TL. Sad but true, currently Lexus/Acura do not have the best car to perform under the TL/IS emblem.
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There so much fail in this thread but I'll keep it open for a little bit because I need some entertainment.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 05:48 PM
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Originally Posted by TL SLEEPER
My tl has more than 300 crank hp I would run a genesis and win for sure
Nice whip! However, I can understand your need to move on. 7 years is about the time shit starts to break (tranny, pumps, seals etc.). If you can hold out till mid year 2011, the 4G MMC TL will be out with better looks and more features. It is a hot car that is still afordable and fit for a family.

GGESQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQ, Why are you so snide/snarky?

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Old Dec 12, 2010 | 05:51 PM
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lol how do u have 300 hp with just the mods u listed off? read all the mods in my signature i bet you i still cudnt outrun that genesis....the 300 hp u say u have probably wont exist until you get an exhaust and PCDS along with ur j pipe intake and race pipe
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr Marco
Nice whip! However, I can understand your need to move on. 7 years is about the time shit starts to break (tranny, pumps, seals etc.). If you can hold out till mid year 2011, the 4G MMC TL will be out with better looks and more features. It is a hot car that is still afordable and fit for a family.

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I figured I wouldn't let you have all the fun.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 06:04 PM
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I have a ported polished head as well it makes 271 hp at wheels ill post the dyno
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 06:16 PM
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There so much fail in this thread but I'll keep it open for a little bit because I need some entertainment.
Top Gear is on at 10.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by TL SLEEPER
Tl has been a great car but it is 6 years old but the technology in cars has come a long way and some damn kia's have more options than my tl.
I know what you mean. I have to use a cassette adapter for my MP3 player, but my 20 year old niece can plug her MP3 player right to the radio in her Scion XD, XB what ever the car is called LOL. I've been thinking about getting rid of my TL too, or maybe getting a newer one.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by mrlal8
lol how do u have 300 hp with just the mods u listed off? read all the mods in my signature i bet you i still cudnt outrun that genesis....the 300 hp u say u have probably wont exist until you get an exhaust and PCDS along with ur j pipe intake and race pipe
+1 300hp still
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 07:32 PM
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Originally Posted by TL SLEEPER
I have a ported polished head as well it makes 271 hp at wheels ill post the dyno
yea dyno wud be good
how did u get it ported
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 07:42 PM
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At parrs racing in south carolina I blew the head gasket and while the heads were off they were ported. .040 and shaved. 058 which raised the compression even more runs a little lean but tons more power
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by TL SLEEPER
My tl has more than 300 crank hp I would run a genesis and win for sure
You would need at least 320cHP to beat a Genesis and I'm 100% sure you don't.
Old Dec 12, 2010 | 10:43 PM
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How did this turn into a Genesis v. TL thread? I even said in my post that the TL to Genesis isn't really an upgrade.


As for which car is faster, that wasn't the topic of discussion, the OP was/is considering a four door sedan to replace his TL with.

My recommendation, get a G Sedan.
Old Dec 13, 2010 | 12:18 AM
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Lulz... this thread is win.
Old Dec 13, 2010 | 04:14 AM
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lollll. whats exciting about the maxima that makes u want it more than the TL besides navi and ipod deck?
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I know what you mean. I have to use a cassette adapter for my MP3 player, but my 20 year old niece can plug her MP3 player right to the radio in her Scion XD, XB what ever the car is called LOL. I've been thinking about getting rid of my TL too, or maybe getting a newer one.
Man, you installed your steering wheel, but listen to your mp3s through a cassette adapter???



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