No Type S, But Still My Type! - 8thAccord

Smatta Head · 10-01-2007, 07:02 PM

Prior to ordering my coupe, I drove the Acura TL Type S. And LOVED it!
Beautifully done interior, all the latest in technology, a zippy engine with
adequate traction for a fwd performance sedan, nice 6spd manual, all
the looks, total luxury, that traditional Japanese reputation, and offered at a reasonable
price (if under $40K is 'reasonable').

I wanted all that, with fewer doors.
I also wanted some really attractive looks. Something Fresh.
So, I went for the Accord Coupe with the V6 manual transmission.

This car has all the niceties of the Acura TL, in its current iteration. Well, all
except the 'Type S' part, that is. See, the Accord really has more manners
than the Type S. It is very similar in performance, only much more subtle.
The quality is simply stunning.

Now, I know that these are made here in the states. I love OHIO! G0 BUCS!
And, the Acura is probably made under a microscope in Japan somewhere.
Touch the leather. Sit in it. Start the engine. Engage the shifter, and let it out
slow. Jump up two gears quick. Cruising at 45 in no time. The butt-dyno sings Bohemian Rhapsody.

You want technology, turn on the stereo. Try XM! Digital radio! 6 speakers with a subwoofer
pounding out 270 watts of crystal clear music to your ears! 6 CD's in dash.
Enjoying the ride? Best cruise control of any car I've ever driven. Ever. And I've driven
quite a few. Power sunroof as it is meant to be. Open, quiet, near wind-free, yet warming.
And, although you never hear it, or even feel it if you aren't pushing, there always is the awesome
268hp v6 engine. You know how your Honda 4 cyl feels and sounds on accelleration?
This one is quicker, stronger, smoother, quieter and more satisfying than yours-no offense.

So, this isn't the Type S, with the big bad brakes, and the growl in the cans. Though I am completely pleased with the new brake system-EBS-some type of electronic brake balancing
system, which must work well 'cause they feel great. No Brembo's here. This car just doesn't
have that hardened edge to it.

No, the package you get here, with the v6 manual anyway, is very similar to the Type S.
Just as much technology, nearly as much punch, certainly as much class
and comfort.

And better manners.

That's my type.

hamerad · 10-02-2007, 01:03 PM

haha... glad you like it!

HondaPOD · 11-08-2007, 08:08 PM

YEAH! Accord coupe! lol

**CameronJr9** · 11-09-2007, 09:05 AM

Good write up. Humerous, informative. Good stuff!

wbb1211 · 01-05-2008, 03:52 PM

I just traded in my 06 SI for a white Accord V6 Coup with 6 speed MT. Would have to say I LOVE IT! So different from my SI which I Liked a lot as well. Just another great car by Honda. Hey I am from Columbus Ohio so Go Bucks as Well! Live in Dallas right now tho...Will watch the game on Monday!

Nighthawk Pearl · 08-27-2008, 08:56 AM

I recently bought the 08 Coupe and also own a 2001 3.2 TL and I gotta say, you nailed it with this write up, couldn't agree more!

notoriousplng · 09-03-2008, 06:57 PM

hahaha nice write up, very detailed

10-01-2007, 07:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
Smatta Head Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 26 iTrader: (0)	No Type S, But Still My Type! Prior to ordering my coupe, I drove the Acura TL Type S. And LOVED it! Beautifully done interior, all the latest in technology, a zippy engine with adequate traction for a fwd performance sedan, nice 6spd manual, all the looks, total luxury, that traditional Japanese reputation, and offered at a reasonable price (if under $40K is 'reasonable'). I wanted all that, with fewer doors. I also wanted some really attractive looks. Something Fresh. So, I went for the Accord Coupe with the V6 manual transmission. This car has all the niceties of the Acura TL, in its current iteration. Well, all except the 'Type S' part, that is. See, the Accord really has more manners than the Type S. It is very similar in performance, only much more subtle. The quality is simply stunning. Now, I know that these are made here in the states. I love OHIO! G0 BUCS! And, the Acura is probably made under a microscope in Japan somewhere. Touch the leather. Sit in it. Start the engine. Engage the shifter, and let it out slow. Jump up two gears quick. Cruising at 45 in no time. The butt-dyno sings Bohemian Rhapsody. You want technology, turn on the stereo. Try XM! Digital radio! 6 speakers with a subwoofer pounding out 270 watts of crystal clear music to your ears! 6 CD's in dash. Enjoying the ride? Best cruise control of any car I've ever driven. Ever. And I've driven quite a few. Power sunroof as it is meant to be. Open, quiet, near wind-free, yet warming. And, although you never hear it, or even feel it if you aren't pushing, there always is the awesome 268hp v6 engine. You know how your Honda 4 cyl feels and sounds on accelleration? This one is quicker, stronger, smoother, quieter and more satisfying than yours-no offense. So, this isn't the Type S, with the big bad brakes, and the growl in the cans. Though I am completely pleased with the new brake system-EBS-some type of electronic brake balancing system, which must work well 'cause they feel great. No Brembo's here. This car just doesn't have that hardened edge to it. No, the package you get here, with the v6 manual anyway, is very similar to the Type S. Just as much technology, nearly as much punch, certainly as much class and comfort. And better manners. That's my type.
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10-02-2007, 01:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
hamerad Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5 iTrader: (0)	haha... glad you like it!
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11-08-2007, 08:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
HondaPOD Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 7 iTrader: (0)	YEAH! Accord coupe! lol
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11-09-2007, 09:05 AM	#4 (permalink)
CameronJr9 Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Louisville, KY Age: 28 Posts: 179 iTrader: (0)	Good write up. Humerous, informative. Good stuff!
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01-05-2008, 03:52 PM	#5 (permalink)
wbb1211 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Age: 37 Posts: 171 iTrader: (0)	I just traded in my 06 SI for a white Accord V6 Coup with 6 speed MT. Would have to say I LOVE IT! So different from my SI which I Liked a lot as well. Just another great car by Honda. Hey I am from Columbus Ohio so Go Bucks as Well! Live in Dallas right now tho...Will watch the game on Monday!
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08-27-2008, 08:56 AM	#6 (permalink)
Nighthawk Pearl Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Age: 28 Posts: 4 iTrader: (0)	I recently bought the 08 Coupe and also own a 2001 3.2 TL and I gotta say, you nailed it with this write up, couldn't agree more!
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09-03-2008, 06:57 PM	#7 (permalink)
notoriousplng Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 6 iTrader: (0)	hahaha nice write up, very detailed
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