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| Torque steer--yes. Overassisted steering-yes. Engine is too quiet and you can't hear the rpm when you let out the clutch. Needs some engine sound. Despite this, a good ride for the money. I like it. This car would not have been on my list to buy without the 6speed. Shifter is great. Go for the 6 speed. If youlike sporited driving you won't be sorry you got the 6 speed. | |
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Thanks for the comments. Sounds like another test drive is in order. However, same with me regarding the 6-speed: I never remotely considered the TL prior to 2004. Part of what makes this decision difficult is that I would be trading in my 2002 Honda S2000 (not my Maxima, which will be relocated to our second home). While the 2004 TL 6-speed may be a very good ride for the money, the S2000 is simply without peers until you get up to the $60,000 Boxster S. I know that I'm going to have withdrawl, the TL's fancy navigation system, bluetooth phone and great stereo not withstanding. Curious as to what other cars you considered: 330i/530i, G35 6-speed, Audi, Volvo??
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Replying to: habitat1 (May 18, 2004 3:51 am) Compared the 330i, G35, and Audi A4 before deciding on the TL. Excellent bang for the buck! In a perfect world though, the TL would be offered with SH-AWD and 6 speeds. |
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Just got a Black (parchment interior) with Navi and Auto + wheel locks, mats, and mud flaps for 34,100 (includes desitination). No trade in.
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| I sold a 98 M3 5speed to buy the Acura. It was in another leaque than the TL in terms of handling, road feel, responsiveness, and more fun than a barrell of monkeys. However, I had owned two and it was time for a change. I wanted alittle more room and the m3 was a two door and my wife wouldn't want to switch cars if I had a road trip. The TL was a good compromise. I have the 6speed and it is larger and quieter and still has some kick when I need it. My wife has an FX35 with tech package and it has to be o;ne of the best values on the market. It will flat outhandle the TL and is like a gokart on 20 inch tires. It will outhandle 95% of the sport sedans on the market. We sold a BMW 540i sport to buy it and have never looked back. I considered the G35 instead of the TL, it handled better, but I wanted a little more comfort and the interior of the G35 just didn't cut it. If I didn't have the FX, might have seriously considered the 330. ALmost bought 2003 Infiniti M45--they were selling them for $10,000 off list(about $5000 under invoice). Have owned a bunch of Mazdas, but the RX8 didn't cut it for me either. TOo small-liked my used M3 much better. Habitat, your S2000 will be hard to part with, but if you have to drive the car 20,000 miles/year and need room, maybe the change won't be too bad.---------Kahunah--agree with you on the VCS--when running hard, the VCS will kick on between shifts and actually slow the car down. It's a bear trying to accelerate from a stop and making a rt turn if you're in a hurry--the wheel gets kind of squirelly---just have to pay attention. Glad I got the HPT summer tires rather than the rotten Turanzas. Will put Pirelli snows on this winter. Hate to make anybody mad here, but I'm afraid to go drive the 300C--I might really like it and do something stupid. I have 4 show quality muscle cars right now and could be a prime candidate for the Hemi and the 340 hp. THe TL with RWD or AWD would kick butt! | |
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I'm being quoted 34k on a TL with NAVIGATION in the New York area. How much do you thing is a good counteroffer without insulting the dealer? How about on the TL with no NAV? I'm being quoted 30,300. Much appreciated.
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Replying to: igor (May 19, 2004 8:00 am)
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Replying to: kabirent (May 18, 2004 12:53 pm) I am in the Chicago area as well, what dealership did you buy at? How was the experience?
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Replying to: wr_g (May 14, 2004 6:25 pm)
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