Have I sinned? My 06 330i is joined by an 05 TL!

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 12:59 PM

Well, my wife recently sold her 2003 GTS:

I tried to sell her on getting an e90...even an e46 3 series. But, she was looking for more of a luxury ride...a Sport Sedan with the emphasis on the SEDAN part, more so than the SPORT part.

She drove A LOT of cars...Cadillac, BMW, Mercedes, Lexus...multiple models from each.

In the end, we went with the Acura TL. I had two of the previous body style (the 2nd generation TLs) before getting my e90 and have always been impressed with Honda/Acura.

Here's a few photos...

We settled this question of which car is faster very early on. She followed me out of the dealership and we jumped on the highway. I looked in my rear view, and she swung left early to get off the exit and on the highway - she already had it to the floor, and was charging hard.

I honestly thought she'd pass me as she got an early start, but I but my Bimmer to floor - she nevery got past me. I walked away from her with relative ease.

They have comperable HP output, but the larger, front wheel drive TL is a bit slower - but still quite fast. I'm amazed at how quick that 330i is.

GraphiteBrawler · 08-02-2007, 01:00 PM

should have gotten the sport model with the dark bronze rims and exhaust.

canucklion · 08-02-2007, 01:03 PM

congrats

so was the TL a demo or used? the interior looks VERY CLEAN and new for a 2 year old car!

fotios335i · 08-02-2007, 01:04 PM

I think its a great car..just not as good as yours. your no sinner in my book.

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 01:16 PM

My goodness, the Topic Cops here sure are trigger happy....

Do they even read these things before they move them elsewhere? :mad:

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GraphiteBrawler

should have gotten the sport model with the dark bronze rims and exhaust.

Doesn't sound like it would fit either of us, and I'm guessing the Type-S would be a rougher ride which she wasn't looking for.

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by canucklion

congrats

so was the TL a demo or used? the interior looks VERY CLEAN and new for a 2 year old car!

It's darn clean...only has 28,000 miles.

The story from the dealer (and I've gotten 2 previous TLs from them) is that the previous owner got the itch to trade for the new 07 TL-S.

His loss is our gain.

:rocks:

Tobizach · 08-02-2007, 01:40 PM

2 years old?? Nice looking car

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tobizach

2 years old?? Nice looking car

Thanks!

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 02:04 PM

Well, my wife recently sold her 2003 GTS:

I tried to sell her on getting an e90...even an e46 3 series. But, she was looking for more of a luxury ride...a Sport Sedan with the emphasis on the SEDAN part, more so than the SPORT part.

She drove A LOT of cars...Cadillac, BMW, Mercedes, Lexus...multiple models from each.

In the end, we went with the Acura TL. I had two of the previous body style (the 2nd generation TLs) before getting my e90 and have always been impressed with Honda/Acura.

Here's a few photos...

We settled this question of which car is faster very early on. She followed me out of the dealership and we jumped on the highway. I looked in my rear view, and she swung left early to get off the exit and on the highway - she already had it to the floor, and was charging hard.

I honestly thought she'd pass me as she got an early start, but I but my Bimmer to floor - she nevery got past me. I walked away from her with relative ease.

They have comperable HP output, but the larger, front wheel drive TL is a bit slower - but still quite fast. I'm amazed at how quick that 330i is.

Viral · 08-02-2007, 02:04 PM

how much for the TL?

just4kickz · 08-02-2007, 02:10 PM

is that a standard lip for the TL? i don't recall seeing that on the road... guess i didnt pay attention. nice car tho!

uabimmer · 08-02-2007, 02:15 PM

So whos lights are brighter??
i cant figure out why Acura lights are sooo bright.

ejazbmw · 08-02-2007, 03:04 PM

TL's are nice cars my only problem with them is there really common in my area, but congrats on the car

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 03:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by just4kickz

is that a standard lip for the TL? i don't recall seeing that on the road... guess i didnt pay attention. nice car tho!

Actually it's OEM accessory front spoiler.

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Viral

how much for the TL?

I gave 27.5k.

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by uabimmer

So whos lights are brighter??
i cant figure out why Acura lights are sooo bright.

I don't recall noticing a difference....

Can't really go by these photos....they're Photoshoped a fair amount.

TheAcAvenger · 08-02-2007, 03:12 PM

Awesome car! And i'm not biased, I swear!

tissot · 08-02-2007, 03:12 PM

Very nice.

I always liked the TL especially the Type-S.

Daytona_John · 08-02-2007, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ejazbmw

TL's are nice cars my only problem with them is there really common in my area, but congrats on the car

I think they're common in all areas...but then again, e90's are quite popular too.

dpeterson · 08-02-2007, 03:31 PM

whoa.. someone from around here.. i live in springboro... have a 335i on the boat right now..

dave

Ray · 08-02-2007, 03:31 PM

I like that car. Very comfortable.

08-02-2007, 12:59 PM	#1
Daytona_John Second Lieutenant Drives: 330i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 259 iTrader: (0)	Have I sinned? My 06 330i is joined by an 05 TL! Well, my wife recently sold her 2003 GTS: I tried to sell her on getting an e90...even an e46 3 series. But, she was looking for more of a luxury ride...a Sport Sedan with the emphasis on the SEDAN part, more so than the SPORT part. She drove A LOT of cars...Cadillac, BMW, Mercedes, Lexus...multiple models from each. In the end, we went with the Acura TL. I had two of the previous body style (the 2nd generation TLs) before getting my e90 and have always been impressed with Honda/Acura. Here's a few photos... We settled this question of which car is faster very early on. She followed me out of the dealership and we jumped on the highway. I looked in my rear view, and she swung left early to get off the exit and on the highway - she already had it to the floor, and was charging hard. I honestly thought she'd pass me as she got an early start, but I but my Bimmer to floor - she nevery got past me. I walked away from her with relative ease. They have comperable HP output, but the larger, front wheel drive TL is a bit slower - but still quite fast. I'm amazed at how quick that 330i is. __________________ Owner, LuxuryTyme - The Rolex Reference Page Owner, WATCH TALK FORUMS Owner, ThruMyLens
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08-02-2007, 01:00 PM	#2
GraphiteBrawler Elton John Impersonator Drives: Graphite E92 335I coupe Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Doylestown, PA Posts: 275 iTrader: (0)	should have gotten the sport model with the dark bronze rims and exhaust. __________________ '07 E92 335I : Sparkling Graphite /Steptronic W/paddles/Premium Package/Sport Package/Grey leather W/grey Poplar wood trim. 19" Iforged Essen, 20% tint, OEM front Lip

08-02-2007, 01:03 PM	#3
canucklion pull my finger to get your kinder® surprise Drives: circles around you Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 10,454 iTrader: (9)	congrats so was the TL a demo or used? the interior looks VERY CLEAN and new for a 2 year old car! __________________

08-02-2007, 01:04 PM	#4
fotios335i Major General Drives: 12 BSM F30 sportline 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: cape cod MA Posts: 6,371 iTrader: (61)	I think its a great car..just not as good as yours. your no sinner in my book. __________________ 2012 335i sportline/Msport, M adaptive and vss, sport 8 AT, fully loaded, Black saphire, black dakota leather, M performance front grills, M performance shifter, M performance rear spoiler, M performance power kit, M performance exhaust, 19" 401's, morr vs8.2's coming someday..., front aero lip & more coming....

08-02-2007, 01:16 PM	#5
Daytona_John Second Lieutenant Drives: 330i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 259 iTrader: (0)	My goodness, the Topic Cops here sure are trigger happy.... Do they even read these things before they move them elsewhere? :mad: __________________ Owner, LuxuryTyme - The Rolex Reference Page Owner, WATCH TALK FORUMS Owner, ThruMyLens

08-02-2007, 01:40 PM	#8
Tobizach Female Car Enthusiast Drives: By the seat of her pants. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: SouthWest Posts: 353 iTrader: (0)	2 years old?? Nice looking car

08-02-2007, 02:04 PM	#10
Daytona_John Second Lieutenant Drives: 330i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 259 iTrader: (0)	Have I sinned? My 06 e90 330i is joined by a 3g 05 TL>>>> Well, my wife recently sold her 2003 GTS: I tried to sell her on getting an e90...even an e46 3 series. But, she was looking for more of a luxury ride...a Sport Sedan with the emphasis on the SEDAN part, more so than the SPORT part. She drove A LOT of cars...Cadillac, BMW, Mercedes, Lexus...multiple models from each. In the end, we went with the Acura TL. I had two of the previous body style (the 2nd generation TLs) before getting my e90 and have always been impressed with Honda/Acura. Here's a few photos... We settled this question of which car is faster very early on. She followed me out of the dealership and we jumped on the highway. I looked in my rear view, and she swung left early to get off the exit and on the highway - she already had it to the floor, and was charging hard. I honestly thought she'd pass me as she got an early start, but I but my Bimmer to floor - she nevery got past me. I walked away from her with relative ease. They have comperable HP output, but the larger, front wheel drive TL is a bit slower - but still quite fast. I'm amazed at how quick that 330i is. __________________ Owner, LuxuryTyme - The Rolex Reference Page Owner, WATCH TALK FORUMS Owner, ThruMyLens

08-02-2007, 02:04 PM	#11
Viral Captain Drives: '06 330i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NYC/T.O. Posts: 897 iTrader: (1)	how much for the TL?

08-02-2007, 02:10 PM	#12
just4kickz boku no namae ha... Drives: 2006 BS 330i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: S. Bay Area, CA + Newark, NJ Posts: 10,592 iTrader: (11) Garage List 2006 E90 330i [0.00]	is that a standard lip for the TL? i don't recall seeing that on the road... guess i didnt pay attention. nice car tho! __________________ looking for a PreLCI Black Sapphire e90 front bumper without license plate holes "Akimbo shotguns. Broken wrists anyone? And don't give me that 'it's just a game' bull**. Where the are my akimbo interventions then?! One scope on each eye mother**er!!"

08-02-2007, 02:15 PM	#13
uabimmer Україна Drives: JB e90 330i Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sac. California Posts: 869 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00] 2003 330i [0.00]	So whos lights are brighter?? i cant figure out why Acura lights are sooo bright. __________________ IN THE PASSING LANE - e90 330 JetBlack / 6000k D1S / 40% all around / LED Lic.Plt. / LED reverse lights / 7500k Fogs

08-02-2007, 03:04 PM	#14
ejazbmw blahhh Drives: 2011 E92 335i Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NJ/NY Posts: 6,335 iTrader: (7)	TL's are nice cars my only problem with them is there really common in my area, but congrats on the car

08-02-2007, 03:12 PM	#18
TheAcAvenger Brigadier General Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: 757, VA Posts: 3,073 iTrader: (1)	Awesome car! And i'm not biased, I swear! __________________ 2007 E92 335i - TC Kline DA Coilovers, HPA M3 Suspension Retrofit, Quaife LSD, Stoptech 6/4 BBK, Volk TE-37s, AR Downpipes, RDSport Quads, Forge DVs, Stett OC, RB Turbos, Procede V5, PWM Meth, Helix IC, EAS DCI, Rixster VEI, M-Tech Sides, OEM Aero Lip, Rieger Spoiler, Vorsteiner V-35 Hood, Performance Steering Wheel, Anthracite Headliner, OSS Headlights

08-02-2007, 03:12 PM	#19
tissot hmmmmmmmm Drives: F30 - 328i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Toronto Posts: 570 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00]	Very nice. I always liked the TL especially the Type-S.

08-02-2007, 03:31 PM	#21
dpeterson Private Drives: 07 BMW 335i Montego Blue Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Springboro, OH Posts: 75 iTrader: (0)	whoa.. someone from around here.. i live in springboro... have a 335i on the boat right now.. dave

08-02-2007, 03:31 PM	#22
Ray Member Drives: three series Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: sfCA Posts: 22,826 iTrader: (0)	I like that car. Very comfortable.

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