fredrik94087 Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 Hey Subaru Fam, Thought I'd update you all on my post Legacy GT life. As some of you know, I got rid of my LGT for a new Tacoma, but after a year, the truck life was no longer fun so I went back to the sports sedan life. After mulling around possibilities of going back to the unpredictable world of German sedans, I lucked out and found something I've always wanted to purchase. A very low mile, last year in a manual, 2014 Acura TL SH-AWD 6MT. That's a mouthful... I know, but you know what else it is? It's INCREDIBLE. This chassis, from the factory easily out handles my LGT even after I swapped the suspension. The SH-AWD is simply amazing, and is completely seamless and "invisible". At the limits you can literally steer with the throttle, all this while the car weighs a good 300lbs more than my Subaru. It literally shrinks around you when you drive it, feeling like a 4 door AWD Acura RSX TYPE S... Down sides?: I would say the steering was more communicative in the Subaru, and my LGT definitely dropped the torque waaaay earlier. This car has a 307HP 3.7 liter 6cyl Vtech, so you have to wind it up to get it's torque, but the engine is so ridiculous creamy and linear, it's like driving racecar or motorcycle. So it's incredibly gratifying. Toe/Heels are so easy, it's almost funny. And we won't even get on the shifter feel, it's a Honda, so it's simply the best. I've owned Honda's and Acuras before, so it's interesting coming back to the brand after owning so many Subarus and VW's, just so much more refinement. Anyway, my LGT definitely had a bigger trunk, more spacious back seat, and a much more broad aftermarket community. The acurazine forum is pathetic compared to here, a bunch "bro's" who mostly don't know anything about car mechanics, but there are some shining moments in the electronics areas. I would say the gas mileage is about the same on a good day out of boost I could get mileage on the LGT but only by about 1 or 2 mpg. Overall, I'm extremely happy, and look forward to wheel and tire shopping, as well suspension, but my options are very limited on that front. I'll send you guys/gals pictures as I continue. Ask any questions you like if you're interested in knowing more about this car. Cheers Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk Nice find! Rare to find a 6mt. Quick update on my lunacy...I still have my Q50, but I picked up a very clean 2005 G35 6MT. My manual itch has been scratched. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 I picked up a very clean 2005 G35 6MT. My manual itch has been scratched. Are you going to keep that one stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zee199969 Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 Are you going to keep that one stock My "Build" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 Are you going to keep that one stock It came modified... My wife asked me the same question but a different way..."Are you going to modify that one too?" "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexmed2002 Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 Nice find! Rare to find a 6mt. Quick update on my lunacy...I still have my Q50, but I picked up a very clean 2005 G35 6MT. My manual itch has been scratched. Those are beautiful cars, but I just hope yours doesn't break down often... seems like as they age they get a lot of electrical issues and such. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s2baru Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29994085/2020-cadillac-ct5-v-price/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wagonation Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 Got a 2020 forester touring to replace the wagon. Nice car but a bit of a learning curve tech wise coming from an archaic 05 lgt... It's like a space ship, lol. Sent from my VS988 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 You got the facial recognition, power folding mirrors and heated rear seat, nice. Did you go with the saddle brown seats? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wagonation Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 You got the facial recognition, power folding mirrors and heated rear seat, nice. Did you go with the saddle brown seats?No power folding mirrors I believe and black interior. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrD123 Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 I think the Legacy XT Touring and Ascent Touring are the only cars with the power folding mirrors for MY20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted December 11, 2019 Share Posted December 11, 2019 For some reason I thought the Touring had the folding mirrors, oops. It's crazy they don't even have it as an option. My brother-in-law's base 2015 Kia minivan has them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derp Posted December 11, 2019 Share Posted December 11, 2019 Starting to look at F150s. I could suck start a snow blower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 Starting to look at F150s. Check out the Ranger. Everyone and their brother has an F-150. Getting off my soapbox . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexmed2002 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Check out the Ranger. Everyone and their brother has an F-150. Getting off my soapbox . Isn't there more variations of the F-150 though? I would prefer a V8 in a full size truck over a V6 in a mid size truck lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Isn't there more variations of the F-150 though? I would prefer a V8 in a full size truck over a V6 in a mid size truck lol Ranger only comes in a 2.3 turbo, but can tow up to 7600 lbs IIRC. Thats sufficient for most peoples needs, maybe not their wants... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Ranger only comes in a 2.3 turbo, but can tow up to 7600 lbs IIRC. Thats sufficient for most peoples needs, maybe not their wants... If we are talking about what is sufficient for most peoples needs, then a Honda Ridgeline should be on the radar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 If we are talking about what is sufficient for most peoples needs, then a Honda Ridgeline should be on the radar. Maybe, the ridgeline is more competitive with SUVs IMO, the awd just doesn't stack up to 4wd offered in midsize trucks and the towing capacity I think is a stretch for it compared to the ranger, canyon, or tacoma. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derp Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Check out the Ranger. No. I could suck start a snow blower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Maybe, the ridgeline is more competitive with SUVs IMO, the awd just doesn't stack up to 4wd offered in midsize trucks and the towing capacity I think is a stretch for it compared to the ranger, canyon, or tacoma. Exactly, but for most people it is all the truck they will ever need. Myself, I would like a Gladiator, but can't justify the cost for what you get. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Exactly, but for most people it is all the truck they will ever need. Myself, I would like a Gladiator, but can't justify the cost for what you get. I just don't trust the honda 6AT to last. The ranger at least has the 10 speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted December 14, 2019 I Donated Share Posted December 14, 2019 I just don't trust the honda 6AT to last. The ranger at least has the 10 speed.That's cute. You trust Ford transmissions. Even after multiple class-action suits over the craptacular PowerShifts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted December 14, 2019 Share Posted December 14, 2019 (edited) That's cute. You trust Ford transmissions. Even after multiple class-action suits over the craptacular PowerShifts. I didnt say that, but it's new enough to give a chance. The honda 6at is a known quantity with reliability issues. The 10 spd so far has been able to at least take a beating. Even more cute you should mention lawsuits against fords while conveniently missing all those against Honda, for...transmissions. Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk Edited December 14, 2019 by FLlegacy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted December 14, 2019 I Donated Share Posted December 14, 2019 I didnt say that, but it's new enough to give a chance. The honda 6at is a known quantity with reliability issues. The 10 spd so far has been able to at least take a beating. Even more cute you should mention lawsuits against fords while conveniently missing all those against Honda, for...transmissions. I thought it was the 5-speed that had the problems, and not the 6-speed? Possible I am not up on my Honda transmission problems though. I also know the 4-speeds in the early-2000s Civics were pretty awful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted December 14, 2019 Share Posted December 14, 2019 I thought it was the 5-speed that had the problems, and not the 6-speed? Possible I am not up on my Honda transmission problems though. I also know the 4-speeds in the early-2000s Civics were pretty awful.6 speeds as well, 9 speeds, and 10 speeds seem to be following the pattern. Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starbai007 Posted December 24, 2019 Share Posted December 24, 2019 What would you pick!? Both can be found around 25-26k 2018 Alfa Romero Giulia Ti AWD 15k miles 2018 Infiniti Q50 AWD 15k miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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