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(Don't tell me to buy an Accord or an ES330.)
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http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/reviews/healey/2003-10-30-tl_- x.htm
Loved the car, hated the Navi.
My friends have the following cars 1999 Acura Intergra ,1997 BMW 528I, 1998 Nissan Maxima and guess what? I HAVE THESE GUYS FOR BREAKFAST EVERYTIME WE HIT THE I-95.
In other words they eat my dust.
This other dude with a c32 AMG wants to take me on- I will let you know how that goes
As for the navi, I think that's what makes the interior look so fresh and modern. Worth the $$$.
Navi: everyone I know who's got the Navi is very satisfied with it. Forget about this so-called "expert" -- they even put the picture of the TLX instead of the TL in their review until someone from this board contacted them! ;-)
To clarify, the quartz is not the same as ebony. Quartz is basically grey, and ebony is black. I'm a much bigger fan of the ebony than the quartz as I think it looks richer...both today and in the future. With the door handles being black regardless of leather color (even the parchment and camel), my preference is the ebony/black.
As for the lighter interiors, I thought the parchment was very classy looking.
It begs to be driven that way- if the Tranmission
gives way- waranty takes care of that.
But on a serious note- if the Tranny gives way I
replace it then keep the car for four years or so then sell it.
- Ray
Who noticed some harshness over broken pavement / expansion joints on a short test drive . . .
Sometimes the salesperson's guess is as good as the next guy. I talked to a couple of sales and found out that I know more about the TL than they do! ;-)
"I think they were an anti-Nav person (there are many out there).
The audio system display is one button push away, and all you have to say is audio and it pops up????
Regarding the Tin ear thing, you just need to know the correct format of the sentance, such as you can not say "floor setting cliamate control" but need to say "climate control, floor"
Or to turn off the recirculating air you have to say "cliamate control fresh air" not "climate control recirculating air off"
Once you know the format, it works great, it is just to find the right sequence to get it to work (plus if you are in the wrong screen, it can throw it off."
by: need4speed
The NAV system virtually never misunderstands a voice command. The salesmen probably had trouble with it because he doesn't know the commands. Also, not all commands work on all screens.
Its a great system. I don't know anybody who bought it,and regrets the purchase. Its incredibly useful and not complicated at all.
Bluetooth, on the other hand, is a very short range digital radio system designed to let things like PDAs and computers talk to each other. Some phone makers also use it for a wireless headset. It seems like a lot of trouble to replace a 3 foot wire! Anyway, ANY phone can have the Bluetooth added to it, but not too many do at this time. You CAN buy a Bluetooth adapter for many phones that plugs into the headphone jack.
I tried the Sony/Ericsson T616 for a few days in anticipation of my new TL, and I have to take it back. It was cute, and functionally, it worked great, but the color display is totally useless in bright light, such as outdoors. You simply cannot read it. I found that they are bringing out a new model, the T630, with an improved display that can be read in dim or bright light - My TL will have to wait for that one.
vinceb81 - I live in Los Angeles, which is a large complex city. I know my way around OK, but there are lots of streets and neighborhoods here. For me, the NAV has been a lifesaver. I absolutely love it,and would not buy a car without it.
I do have some regrets about my purchase. For example, I often wish I bought a manual transmission instead of the automatic. But, absolutely no regrets about the NAV. I can also tell you, from hanging out on various Acura chat boards, there have not been a whole lot of complaints about the system. Nearly everybody who gets it loves it.
Worth $2000? You be the judge. For me, it was definitely worth it and I'd do it again.
Anyway, if you have any quesstions about the NAV, post 'em here and I'll answer you right away.
Although the G35 had a lot to offer, I concluded and confirmed for the second time that the TL was, and still is, the better choice for me. So what else was there to do but to buy the darn thing. Which is what I did when I got back from the test drive. My brand new Satin Silver on Ebony TL 6MT* will be ready for pick up next Friday and I can’t wait!!
*Dynamic Package (Canadian): 6-speed manual, LSD, Brembo brakes, summer tires, stabilizer bars, HandsFreeLink, wireless phone interface w/ steering wheel controls. No navigation system.
Above comments also states NAVI is not clear. Read the same thing before. Going to dealer today to see for my self.
I guess you meant to reply to message #1531 by "uncledavid" not me! Don't worry, if I have any regrets I'll let you know! :-)
http://www.canadianautoreview.com/2004_acura_tl.htm
I wish the passenger seat had vertical adjustment, since I need the driver's seat all the way down to clear the ceiling and would like tall passengers to have the same benefit. But the passenger seat was still acceptable. My tall friends may have to lean that seat back slightly.
My tester was Abyss Blue with Camel interior. Like the blue, not especially fond of the Camel. There was a Rodondo Red/Parchment in the showroom -- great looking combination.
The car felt supple, refined, a joy to drive. I'm doing some comparison shopping, and this one is at the top of list thus far.