[Jay Gans]

anyone drive 6sp cls yet, I go to dealer on Saturday , not enough time this week, I have to work,

 

[autoxCLS]

I'm waiting on getting the word from two local dealers. :dunno:

BTW - I hear the HLSD may fit on the 5AT CLS.

 

[Jay Gans]

lsd on tls 5sp

It won't hwelp if they do not get a new stronger transmission. Ive read on BMW.org board trannys have been failing on 3.5 RLs too. I wonder if buying a new design like 6sp is wise considering Honda's history with Auto trans. Is there a revised tranny being used now/Is it same on on non-s 3.2 tl/cl?

 

[CaliMike]

Re: lsd on tls 5sp

It won't hwelp if they do not get a new stronger transmission. Ive read on BMW.org board trannys have been failing on 3.5 RLs too. I wonder if buying a new design like 6sp is wise considering Honda's history with Auto trans. Is there a revised tranny being used now/Is it same on on non-s 3.2 tl/cl?

Manual and auto are totally different beasts. Honda has long been known for good manuals. And autos have long been known as Honda's weak point.

 

[autoxCLS]

Re: Re: lsd on tls 5sp

Agreed. I remember the accord 5-speed was so slick - even like 10 years ago.

Manual and auto are totally different beasts. Honda has long been known for good manuals. And autos have long been known as Honda's weak point.

 

[X3.2clsX]

i dont know how to drive a manual but should i go and take a test drive?

 

[CaliMike]

i dont know how to drive a manual but should i go and take a test drive?

No.

 

[6speed]

The 6 speed cl is most awsome. Practice on a friends manual before you test drive a cl.

 

[vince]

i dont know how to drive a manual but should i go and take a test drive?

Go test drive a Ford Focus or something to start.

6speed: Welcome to the forums!

 

[6speed]

Thanks Vince


...... Ford Focus ..... grind it up.

 

[X3.2clsX]

i guess i am on my way to a ford dealer.

 

[thejavagod]

I test drove the CLS 6 last weekend. The car is a TOTAL BLAST to drive. Handling was superb and greatly exceeded my expectations, I noticed absolutely no body roll and turns were very tight and precise.

The close ratio, short throw 6 speed controlling 260 horses was pure joy...well, typical HONDA execution of course :thumbsup:

I also drove the 2002 Audi A4 Quattro 6 spd. to compare and the Audi with its super long throws and rubbery shifter is basically JUNK :nono:

 

[CaliMike]

I also drove the 2002 Audi A4 Quattro 6 spd. to compare and the Audi with its super long throws and rubbery shifter is basically JUNK :nono:

Yeah what are they thinking? I played with the shifter in a 1.8T at the LA auto show and it felt like a wet noodle. I've taken 3 test drives in the CL 6 speed so far and its shifter felt perfect. Almost as good as the clutch.

 

[6speed]

Rain

Did some wet weather driving tonight. Nooooo problem. Stuck to road like a champ. Damm these Acura's a good cars. By the way mdaniel, it's time you got your 03. 3 test drives...... you need one of your own

 

[CaliMike]

Re: Rain

By the way mdaniel, it's time you got your 03. 3 test drives...... you need one of your own

Hey I think there's still 20 or so dealers left in SoCal.

 

[autoxCLS]

Damnit - I gotta go hit one of my local dealers up for a ride. The fookers never called me to tell me they were in.

 

[Titand19]

I'm getting one!

I'm new to this site since this is my first acura. If anyone has any suggestions s to what i cn do or should do, please comment.

 

[autoxCLS]

Re: I'm getting one!

What kinds of changes are you looking at? Did you get an '03 6MT?

See this column for common mods:

http://www.acuraworld.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=581

Fill us in! And Welcome!

I'm new to this site since this is my first acura. If anyone has any suggestions s to what i cn do or should do, please comment.

 

[mffdvr]

First and foremost, don't revive old threads. Naw....just joking. Welcome to the acura world. I'm sure you'll be very happy. I've drivien teh new '03 and was very pleased in comparison to my '01. Many similarities and a few cosmetic differences other than the 6sp. manual. Do you have any specific questions regarding the car?!