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You are only partially right. Yes, they produce it in smaller quantities than non-navi, BUT they are in MUCH higher demand than for previous model year. Instead of 10% of all TLs, I wouldn't be surprised if navi's going to be around 30% of all 2004 TLs.
Also I just wanted to add about the limited quantities of navigational systems for the TL's. Due to last model years lack of interest, Acura decided to only equip 22% of TL's with the navigational system. Now they are going crazy because there is such a big demand for them this model year which Acura didn't plan on even though they updated the system and added more features.
Nextel doesn't currently provide any Bluetooth compatible phones and they have hinted they may skip over the technology altogether to another solution like UWB. This is why it would have been smart for Acura to include some type of modular adapter for the TL handsfree interface. Too many changes are happening too quickly in these wireless networking technologies to lock-in a car to a technology that might be obsolete in 2 years. I have not heard that Acura definitely doesn't have a solution for this problem, but I haven't heard they do have a solution either.
Every bluetooth device must be paired (wirelessly connected) with another bluetooth device in order for them to communicate. Without this pairing, they are blind to each other even though they have the capability to talk to each other. Kind of like you trying to communicate with someone from Montreal, who doesn't speak English, but then you realize you both speak French.
Call Acura and Nextel customer service and see if they can point you in the right direction. Good Luck!
There is no technical reason that the TL can't connect using bluetooth to a portable music player. Has anyone heard if Acura has plans to support this?
The best way would be a mini-jack that plugs into the headphone port of a portable music player. However, that option is ***NOT*** available on the TL.
The only option is a cassette adaptor. That is the best use of the standard cassette player in 2004.
aciampi, you may have yourself a defective NAV system or defective/dirty NAV DVD-ROM. You definitelly have to get it checked out by the dealer. I haven't seen any reports of such freeze-ups. My NAVI has been flawless so far.
An easy wireless way to play your MP3s in any car is the iRock FM adapter - converts your heaphone jack out to FM Stereo, then listen on your radio. It will surely sound as good or better than Bluetooth. Radio Shack has 'em.
Pros:
Excellent interior layout
XM
DVD-A sound system
odometer colors red and blue
excellent brakes brembo of course
6speed shifts were short and crisp
Cons:
even with 270hp this car just doesn't feel like it has alot of power. you cannot really feel the power. very effortless getting to 60 which to some might be good not for me..handling was decent. ride was bumpy probably because of the high performance tires..
Seemed the cars were leaving the lots fairly quickly most cars on the lot were already accounted for by customers. Only 1 6speed in stock was the one i drove. Seemed to me they were willing to take off about 500..I currently own a 2003 maxima 6speed SE. By far the Tl is more luxurious and has many more cool feautures but the Maxima feels quicker and you feel more like ur in control of the car...just my 2cents
I'll take a little less "umph" and a LOT more ability to get around in rain and snow any day.
Please, read this again and explain what it is that you're trying to say. First you say that you can't feel the power, then you say that getting to 60 mph is effortless. Then you say you don't LIKE that it takes no effort to get to 60 mph??? So you're saying you like to struggle your way up to 60mph?
That being said, the torque steer on the maxima is pretty significant - you had better hold on tightly to the wheel if gunning that baby.
even with 270hp this car just doesn't feel like it has alot of power. you cannot really feel the power.
I know what u r saying......to feel the 270 hp one needs to almost redline the engine.........how often does one do that?
I you are used to a v8 and go to a 6 or 4 banger....the driver needs to work the engine a little more to feel some power.
just my thoughts........
After reading the article from the Mike McCamon executive director of the Bluetooth Special Interest of Bluetooth, He states the intent to be used in cell phones for voice. Bluetooth uses very little power, making it the ideal connection technology for items such as tiny cell phone headsets that can't hold a big battery, or wireless mice and keyboards.
Good article to read...http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/business/techno- logy/personal_technology/7520078.htm
With all the technology built in to the TL, I am amazed that there is no method (Bluetooth or otherwise) for playing music from an auxiliary input. FM radio does work, but there are limits built-in to the FM specification that sharply cut off high frequencies beyond 15khz.
I'm probably going to hold off until this shortcoming is addressed. I expect that the 2005 version of this car will have an upgraded radio, especially since the Acura salesmen are being asked about MP3 player compatibility often.
For more information on Bluetooth, take a look at www.bluetooth.org.
For now, I would settle for a more flexible way of integrating a cell-phone with the TL. They should definitely have included a second option to enable non-Bluetooth phones to use the basic hands-free features. Locking-in to a single technology like Bluetooth just doesn't seem to make sense.
Hands-free is not just an entertainment or convenience item, it is a major safety feature. They need to find a way to make this important feature available for the majority of cell phone users (most of which do not incorporate Bluetooth).
For the handsfree - Yes, it would have been nice if there were some wired adapters available to be able to use other phones, but it is probable that Acura is using a drop-in Bluetooth/handsfree solution, and there is no provision for wired additions.
So, Acura could have easily added this to the TL also.
TIRES: CONSUMER REPORTS RATES THE BRIDGESTONE'S HIGH. I WILL READ THE WEB SITE TO GET UPDATED INFORMATION AND REPORT BACK.
I still feel it's worth the difference. I posted a VERY long list of pluses on this board awhile back. It's too many to write it up again. The short answer is: it's an extremelly valuable tool in day-to-day driving, not a toy, so you will not "get bored" with it.
As far as voice recognition, it's only a bit difficult if you have a strong accent.
I received the first 6-speed at my dealership (I put my self on the waiting list, two months prior) and paid sticker for the privilege. But, I negotiated for a bunch of accessories and paid no fees except for the gas and a/c tax that's federally required.
Keep in mind, there aren't that many 6-speeds sitting on the lots and the ones that are, are usually accounted for.
The TL is an EXCELLENT value at full price! I doubt that there is one TL owner out there that would deny this!
HAPPY NEW YEAR AND HAPPY DRIVING TO ALL!
As for tires, richardgold, click on The Tire Rack.com. They have opinions about the tires they sell written by drivers who use the tires every day. You may even find someone who has a certain tire you're looking at on a TL but probably not the 04 yet.