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#7 of 56 Re: Query and Answer [kennyg8] by fxguy Sep 02, 2007 (12:42 pm)
Replying to: kennyg8 (Sep 02, 2007 11:45 am) The Accord may be just slightly under the RL in the refinement dept but i am sure it is on par with the TSX and possibly the TL. At this stage, i really cant justify spending big bucks on a TSX or TL. The Accord murders one violently in the horsepower dept and gently suffocates the other one (minus the TL-S). Yes, there are nice goodies to be found in the Acura line that Honda has left off the Accord (Backup Camera, Real time traffic NAV etc) but i can live without those things. Replies to this message: rv65 (Sep 02, 2007 5:18 pm)
#8 of 56 Re: Query and Answer [fxguy] by rv65 Sep 02, 2007 (5:18 pm)
Replying to: fxguy (Sep 02, 2007 12:42 pm) fxguy,   Backup camera is a dealer installed accessory. You have to choose which color. It works just like the RL's camera.
#9 of 56 2008 Accord EX-L V6 test drive by manybmws Sep 15, 2007 (7:13 am)
Just test drove one. Just as some background I currently drive a 2003 BMW 530i - one of the best BMWs ever built IMO - but I have also owned 3 Accords and a 91 and 95 Acura Legend.   The new Accord is impressive - from driving position - seats - interior - features - to ride and handling. After driving BMWs for the last 8 years I have gotten used to how a BMW can balance a luxury feel with outstanding handling - they can effortlessly take repeated harsh bumps and dispense with them in comfort while giving the driver a great deal of confidence even at high speeds (and not just in a straight line).   I was amazed to see how the Accord comes the closest to this BMW feel of all the cars I have ever driven - especially at its price level. The harshest bumps get absorbed gracefully. Torque steer is pretty much non-existent. Tranny and engine are silky smooth. It definitely brought a smile to my face.   I did test drive an RL when they came out and found that at the low-end there was just not enough torque for me. Also, I think the Accords new suspension bits do a better job of providing road feel (similar to a BMW).   So go out and test drive one and share your thoughts. I am a confirmed car-aholic and may have to buy one of these Replies to this message: hpowders (Sep 16, 2007 9:01 am) manybmws (Sep 21, 2007 6:47 am) hpowders (Sep 21, 2007 7:21 pm) snoopy4972 (Sep 20, 2007 12:09 pm) cmk248 (Sep 28, 2007 2:27 pm) blane (Sep 29, 2007 5:54 am) manybmws (Sep 30, 2007 3:49 pm) golfrski (Nov 03, 2007 5:06 am)
#10 of 56 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan: Everyman's Acura RL? [turner433] by rkelon Sep 16, 2007 (8:26 am)
Replying to: turner433 (Aug 28, 2007 1:33 pm) The only thing I have noticed is it looks like a Saturn LS300...which was one ugly car. Replies to this message: blane (Sep 17, 2007 1:37 pm) eldaino (Sep 20, 2007 10:43 am) mackabee (Oct 02, 2007 10:40 am) thegraduate (Oct 02, 2007 10:47 am) bimmer4me (Oct 02, 2007 10:51 am)
#11 of 56 Re: 2008 Accord EX-L V6 test drive [manybmws] by hpowders Sep 16, 2007 (9:01 am)
Replying to: manybmws (Sep 15, 2007 7:13 am) I have had 3 BMWs since 1993-two 325i's and currently a 2005 545i which will come off lease next July.   I will drive a 2008 EX-L V6 Accord based on what you posted. Replies to this message: manybmws (Sep 21, 2007 6:47 am) hpowders (Sep 21, 2007 7:21 pm)
#12 of 56 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan: Everyman's Acura RL? [rkelon] by blane Sep 17, 2007 (1:37 pm)
Replying to: rkelon (Sep 16, 2007 8:26 am) You wrote "The only thing I have noticed is it looks like a Saturn LS300...which was one ugly car."   I see, from your recent posts, that you buy Fords and Chevrolets. Why are you being a troll here?
#13 of 56 Re: 2008 Accord Sedan: Everyman's Acura RL? [rkelon] by eldaino Sep 20, 2007 (10:43 am)
Replying to: rkelon (Sep 16, 2007 8:26 am) he's being a troll because guys like him only wish ford came out with designs like these.   he thinks driving a mustang stick makes ugly people look good. Perhaps the reason he drives one?
#14 of 56 Ahem... by pat HOST Sep 20, 2007 (11:01 am)
We really aren't here to discuss other members. Let's move on, please. Replies to this message: eldaino (Sep 20, 2007 11:24 am)
#15 of 56 Re: Ahem... [pat] by eldaino Sep 20, 2007 (11:24 am)
Replying to: pat (Sep 20, 2007 11:01 am) sorry pat couldn't resist.   ok, i'll behave.
#16 of 56 Re: 2008 Accord EX-L V6 test drive [manybmws] by snoopy4972 Sep 20, 2007 (12:09 pm)
Replying to: manybmws (Sep 15, 2007 7:13 am) I will test drive one based on your post as well. I have to give up my X3 next month and am not looking forward to it. Looking for something less expensive for the time being and really struggling with the choice.   Thanks for sharing

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