Question tech, I have a 2012 accord 2.4L K24a And a 2008 TSX 2.4L k24a Why does manufacturers recommend different oil for These? 5-30 in the Acura 0-20 in the accord
there's a guy on FB who makes custom clusters for the CL9 named michael skiff. i have his spoon EK9 Type R style cluster in mine and it's amazing. i.imgur.com/mhZ3HTa.jpg
I am still an emotionally attached owner of my 04 TSX, after 18 years! This car has gotten me everywhere I needed to go! Never let me down and I can’t seem to part ways with it! ❤
Love my fiancés TSX. She had an 06 automatic with 276k miles and it ran perfect, but the a/c went out so I started looking at a new car for her and we got so lucky and stumbled upon an 08 6 speed manual TSX with 39k miles! Super clean 1 owner car. Planning on keeping it for a very long time.
Always loved this car when I was a kid. When I finally had the money last month, I cross shopped between an 08 TSX, 02 RSX, 13 Civic Si, and 13 WRX. I ultimately found an 08 TSX 5AT with 40k miles, clean title, elderly 1 owner. I bought it on the spot. I take it out on the weekend when I want to just cruise and not think about shifting like on my other manual car. I will never sell it and will probably have it forever.
I just copped an 08 auto with 120k. I’ve owned a multitude of classic Japanese cars over the years, but this is the first one where I actually didn’t mind that it was an auto. I’m getting older and my tastes are changing and this is actually the newest year car I’ve ever owned, and it is spectacular. I’m so happy with it already, cannot wait to spend many years and many miles in this thing to come.
I still see so many of these on the road today. I honestly think it’s aged pretty well for a car from the early 2000s and I love the taillights. I’m looking to get one as a second car
I have an 2008 with a 6 speed and a little manufacturer spoiler that it came with. Just. A great and fun car to drive. I absolutely love the short gear ratios! Mine currently has 182k miles and it still runs like a dream. Only thing that has broken down is the AC compressor at 175k miles. If anyone reading this is on the market for it, you will not regret it!
Best driving car I've ever had. 2005 a spec with the 6 speed, threw a ecu reflash and coilovers on it and it was an absolute blast. Handled like it was on rails, revved to 8000 rpm, and was on par with g35s. Also got great fuel economy
I'm running a TSX 2.4L bottom end, with my RSX-S head, and tune and boltons. I love the car. Funnest one I've owned, even better than my 1969 Camaro imo
I have a 2005 6 speed manual meteor silver metallic TSX. I have had it for 10 years this year, and it currently has 306k on the clock, and I bought it with 141k. I have loved it ever since. It surprises people how quick it is. Its no longer stock now however, since I have reflashed the ECU, have an RSX Type S clutch and flywheel, Fujitsubo legalis R exhaust, Fastline performance cat, CT Engineering Icebox, tein basis suspension, upgraded brakes and rotors, upgraded intake manifold and throttle body, a Euro R transmission with LSD, aspec lip kit, and much more. I love this car. I will do my best to keep it going, with regular maintenance, and will take care of some cosmetic issues as well soon. Thanks for the vid.
I own an 06 and hell you would be so damn surprised on how many people come in to your car and say is this like a newer year? it's so surprising these days you hop into a base model 2023 car and heated seats, dimming mirror, sunroof, is not standard at all in today's car This TSX has been the first car I bought and Honestly I love EVERY BIT OF IT! Key Features I love about the CL9? Reliable, Dependable, really easy to service, pretty peppy with its engine (you will be surprised how far people are when you pick the car up to 60 and look behind you)
I love my 08 tsx, it’s a simple car that does everything you need to have a fun daily. It’s boring enough for your grandma to like, but can be fun enough to put a smile on a car enthusiasts face
I had one of these after I crashed my 550i. I’d go out to the canyons a lot, tsx handled so much better around the corners and never left me stranded on the side of the road
My first car and I still love it. Bought a 2007 salvaged with 101k miles 2 years ago, rebuilt it and it's been treating me good to this day. Going to hold this car until it literally blows up.
I always wondered my car doors were so nice to close I could honestly open and close those doors forever like it's so smooth and doesn't have a clunk sound when closed
We have a 2007 Acura TSX fully loaded with 387000 miles on it and it puuuurs ! My son received it in the 10th grade and hes graduated college and still loves his TSX
I have this car. It’s my sales car and I drive it about 7 hours a day. The reliability I’ve had on this vehicle is absolutely incredible. It’s a 2004 by the way. Bought it from a single owner with 45 pages of service history for every service interval. Definitely got lucky. Picked it up for $3,500 with 120,000 miles
My 2005 white Acura TSX is at the shop right now. Getting inspected for a possible PCM/ ECM issue. I didn’t realize the emotional connection I had to the car till the keys left my hand to the dealers lol.
I own a 2006 model fully loaded with navigation and a factory trunk lid spoiler and it is one of the best cars I have ever owned I love it and it’s super reliable and everything still works like it did from the factory
When I was looking for another car I got a call from a sister that works at a dealership. She told me they'd just received an Acura. I wasn't looking for a 'luxury' car hearing about their high maintenance. I went and looked anyway and took the 2005 TSX for a test drive. On the exit ramp I thought I was going 40 mph, looked down and I'd already hit 70 mph without realizing it. It was incredibly smooth and fun to drive. I take it back and the manager tells me since it's a 2005 he couldn't sell it on their used car lot-it might be a lemon it might be great the risk was mine. I drove off the lot with the TSX with only 114k on the clock for $3500! I love it and it's made me an Acura/Honda convert.
Nice review. In 2006 I was looking for a nice car and went to Mercedes and BMW, but after adding all the options I wanted the prices increased dramatically. I happened to see some Acuras on display at a mall and was really impressed by the TSX. When I looked into it further I realized it had all the options I wanted already included in the price, so I ended up buying a new 2006 TSX. I still have that car 17 years later, and it works perfectly. Mind you, it has been garaged its whole life and has only 55k kms. Still looks like a new car!
I have a 07 white Pearl tsx with the black interior and 6 speed manual. Pretty rare combo which is why I jumped on the deal. Bone stock, and it just drives so well. Not a single problem owning it, just regular maintenance. The part about the way the doors close is true. It feels like a tank, completely solid. One thing to note, Vtec engagement is actually 6,000 rpm not 5000 and also a fun fact, Drakes first car was a black 04 tsx 😎 (yes that Drake)
Got my TSX back in June as my first car and oddly enough I struggled to find a regular old Camry, corolla, or accord for a decent price that wasn't in the 6 digits for miles. The TSX caught my attention as it was lower in miles and was actually taken care of by the elderly owner and cheaper than all the cars I was looking at. I got it on the spot. It's a car I see myself never ever giving up.
I own a 2008 6 speed manual with 190k and it’s the most underrated car. You can still find these for under 5k and it’s super reliable and easy to work on. I plan on keeping it for years to come. This is coming from someone that owns a 1993 Supra TT.
Ha! My elderly mother bought one (automatic trans) - so much for Acura's marketing. Now it's my daily commuter. My weekend car for pleasure driving is a 6MT ILX.
I own this car and I love it. It’s like one of the things you buy and you feel you’ve made the right choice. Mine is a 2005 CL9 and it’s just surprising how well this 18 y/o car drives and handles. I’ve driven newer cars that felt absolute garbage
Got a 2005. The engineering of this car is awesome. It's a drivers car. I put a larger sway bar on the back, Bilstein shocks, and z rated tires makes this car carve corners. .
The 2004 TSX has utterly spoiled me in terms of what a car should be like. It was well priced, practical and easy to live with, reliable and has a fantastic driving experience. I don't know if I'll ever find that experience again, and I hope I can keep driving it for a lot longer.
Just found one in Sacramento 8 months ago in a 5 speed. BUT it’s insanely taken care for a 2004 with 68k miles. The interior is mint and I couldn’t pass up. It’s in Meteor Silver but looks like a baby blue. The color grew on me forsure. It was garage kept and the paint is amazing and I’ve added a lot of OEM parts and paint matched. A lot of ppl ask about the paint job and they can’t believe it’s from factory. I did get lucky in my opinion. I love this car so much. Ahead of its time compared to some of the new cars IMO.
These really are great cars. I held mine at 135mph (6th gear redline) for over 5 minutes one time while I was in “Mexico”. Didn’t over heat, no check engine light, no noises after. Just change the oil often and pray over it regularly. I feel blessed to own one of these. Couple of minor inconveniences as far as mechanical issues but nothing you won’t experience with any other brand.
I have a 2004 which I converted to a EuroR and have owned it for 13 years and still love it ! Bought it with 47k and still kicking ! I will be painting it on the next year or two to bring her back to life !
I still have my 06 TSX. I have owned that car for 11 years and won't let it go. I have a hard time explaining to people how brilliant this car is because most assume it's just a boring 4 dr sedan. It really is an amazing car that drives so super well. It's also a very solid and reliable car. Mine has almost 200k of trouble free miles. This car turned me into a major Honda/Acura fan.
I have an excellent condition 2004 Acura Tsx in the best color red. 6 speed manual with only 103k km or 60k miles. Car has been stored in garage since 2013 so only seen the road 8 1/2 years since 2004. It will start no problem. Krowned yearly no rust in canada. Dealer 35% tint. The bad - needs new brakes because its been sitting 10 years and some paint fade defect. Drove it like a grandma and still on original tires and clutch :) 2004 is the most jdm tuner year for the tsx especially in milano red which is a type r color Im thinking of selling it for 15k cnd but I might regret it when the price goes up for these. Acura tsx won this years Circuit Of The Americas GLTC so its now the fastest this year!!!
I have a single owner clean 2004 6 speed tsx that I found and purchased. Traveled 12 hours so a total of 24 hours to pick this car up. Super clean and love this car. Got it only for 4k so great price as well.
Good stuff. One thing you missed (most people do) is that even though the chassis/body/drivetrain are from the Euro and JDM Accord, the interior and gauges are from the JDM Honda Inspire... which, confusingly, had the bigger USDM Accord body but with a much nicer interior. (the USDM Accord had basically the same lower spec interior as the Euro/JDM Accord). So as a whole, the TSX is technically its own thing that didn't exist anywhere else but North America. It's kind of like GM's badge engineering of the 80s, but... done well. I was lucky to find a very well kept manual '04 two years ago with only 60k miles on it. Not sure I'll ever get rid of it. The performance and handling remind me a lot of my old Nissan Sentra SE-R... only much nicer to be in. Really feels like "peak Honda" - still focused on handling and driving dynamics, no unnecessary tech, solid and functional all the way through. When I get a modern Acura service loaner, it feels so disconnected and unengaging (and takes me at least 5 minutes to figure out how to just use the radio).
Few years ago I was driving around a old beat up jeep I bought off my buddy for $500 dollars, had nothing but problems with it. Ran into this guy on Facebook selling an 04 TSX. I instantly got a loan to purchase it, and it’s been a year now and I absolutely love the car. It’s had its problems but it has never left me stranded. Although I do need to fix a rust spot and a few scratches, it is cosmetically perfect. I’ve always been a Honda guy, and I will always prefer the older styles (of as 2023)
Just got mine about a year ago 2006 TSX, best purchase I’ve made in my life so far absolutely love it from a old couple in Florida so wasn’t “clapped out” as you said
I will never purchase a domestic. Even top tier domestic look cheap. Caddy and Vette are only top-tier. The rest are cheesy. 08 TSX interior layout is balanced. Everything is in the right place and accessible. Press button trunk with lock for rear seats.
I bought a 2004 TSX 2 years ago. It had 100,000 miles on it and is in immaculate condition including 56 pages of service history. I love the car and hope it lasts forever. Between me and the prior owner, everything is brand new on the car and with careful maintenance I look to getting at least 300,000 miles out of it.
I love my 04 TSX ! I watched Autotrader for 6 months before I found it for $6k, flew to Dallas and drove it 300 miles home. It's alabaster silver with black interior. It's a 6 speed with the A-spec package. It has a Joying 10.1" touch screen stereo w/nav , 80Wx4 amp and better speakers. It has 245/50-16 Kuhmos on 16x8 RX7 FD wheels.
I have an 07 with 156k miles on it. I didn’t enjoy driving or really understand car people until I owned it. I absolutely love driving it. The handling is fantastic. It’s also been the most reliable car I’ve owned (granted I drove two POSs before it sooo). I had to disconnect the Bluetooth due to an electrical issue, and I wore out one of the rear door lock actuators. I will probably cry when I have to get a new car, which hopefully won’t be for a while yet.
On my 3rd TSX! First two were automatic, but third time was a charm and found a one owner 6spd 04 silver meteor metallic (that bluish color)! 293,876 miles currently factory everything besides it being lowered and Spc arms all around with energy bushings for the front and rear sway bars. Daily driven in the tri state area of NY NJ PA!
I own an Acura 2005 TSX. I bought it 3&1/2 years ago with 121,000 miles. It is now close to 159,000. I absolutely love this car. The only thing I wish was different was that mine was a 6 speed manual. I prefer smaller cars with manual transmissions for the driving experience but this car, even though it is a sedan, is a blast to drive. It is very responsive and has a good amount of power for speed, although more after around 40-50 mph. I appreciate the attention to details by Acura in this vehicle and it is surprisingly spacious for passengers in the back seat. It is dependable and runs great. I plan on driving this car until it falls apart. I am so glad I purchased this car when my 2004 Honda Civic LX with 117,000 miles one previous owner, dealer maintained, manual transmission that was impeccable inside and out was totaled when a woman backed her Subaru SUV onto the hood while it was parked in a parking lot behind my home where I live(there are no driveways in this area and it is a mix of commercial and residential. Most people have to park on the street. I kept the Civic and am in the process of repairing it for a rebuilt title to be able to drive and have as a second car. It is a gem and I couldn't let it go. I took a smaller payout but it was worth it. When this car finally does, I will be purchasing another Acura-no question. This is a really great vehicle all around and I am so glad I bought it. Thank you for this video. It was interesting to learn some new things about the car and being that the car is so old there is not much new content out there.
Love my 04 SSM 6 Speed! Black interior too. I’ve done almost everything to it suspension wise. Have a big brake kit and headers sitting in my room waiting! Love these cars. Take care of them and they’ll run forever. Reflashed mine and it’s a dream, not sure why they didn’t come like this from factory!
I love my 06 TSX. Got mine back in 2010 when I graduated high school. I’ve worked in the automotive industry so I got great deals on other brands. Although I got new cars I still kept my trusty TSX. Just crossed 200K miles and still runs perfect.
My mom bought a 2004 TSX brand new. It was an excellent car for 7 years. I bought a 2006 6 speed TSX (in 2017) and drove it for a year. It was BY FAR, my favorite car I've ever owned. over 20k miles in that year with only a single coil pack going bad (140k miles). Still regret selling it. -- Just noticed its still my RUclips profile picture haha
My son got lucky last week! He found and purchased a 2004 TSX one owner only 31k miles. Was kept in the garage so no sun damage to interior. Car is in excellent condition.
im 18 and bought this car a year ago i have driven many other vehicles and i gotta say i love the tsx. everything about the vehicle is like a french kiss. i drive a 96 ram as a daily so that my baby can stay garage kept until spring!
I finally found a 2006 black 6speed and I love everything about it except the tan interior but when searching for a 6 speed TSX you cannot be picky. I’ll just keep my eye out for someone parting out a black interior car.
I have a 2004 TSX, bought it brand new, original owner. Still have it at 310k miles and is still my daily driver. 6 spd manual navi, still runs perfect and strong. Starter died at 250k miles, alternator at 290k miles, tranny rebuilt at 225k miles. Everything is still original from factory in my car. Best car i ever owned and will never get rid of.
I have a 2006 TSX auto in black. My mom bought it new in 06 and opted for the dealer add on 5 piece spoiler kit, and the optional hypersilver split 5-spoke wheels. Still in very decent shape for a Wisconsin car with 175k. I bought it from her when she got a 2021 accord touring and I totaled my wife's 2017 ILX.
My friend bought one of these last year as his first car. It was red and the paint was beautiful. I was envious and proud of him for acquiring the perfect first car. Thing was a looker, sadly he crashed it 2 months into ownership 😢 I think I loved that car more than him lol. Rip to a pristine tsx
I have a 2008 manual Tsx and I absolutely love it! Only thing I wish it had more torque on the low end and better on gas. It's still fun shifting at red line once in awhile during the summer. Iv been following since you've had youre 2010 tsx and debating getting a 2010 or 2008 at the time. For me I think car drives, ride, better material inside, and feels better than even any 2022 none luxury compact cars today! I plan to keep mines until she can't go anymore
I have a 08 manual as well and my close friend has a 2010 and the interior is literally falling apart. Ripped leather on his passenger seat, armrest, and door panels. Honda went cheap with the 2nd gen interior.
@@goforbroke2 That's sad to hear. I shopped around to find a mint condition 2008. Had it goin on 5 years now and everything held up. Aside from the stupid power steering pump
if you want more low end and midrange a ECU reflash/tune makes a world of difference. The K24A2 picks up over 30lb/ft of torque and HP in the middle of the rev range. you end up with a nice meaty powerband where the car pulls hard from 4K and up where a stock TSX only pulls hard in VTEC over 6K. I did a Sergebo header on stock exhaust and it really woke up the midrange. i can easily pass cars without having to downshift. put around town at 25mph in 5th gear and have enough torque where it doesn't feel slow or require a downshift.
growing up my neighbour across the road had a 2005 accord euro and I have always remembered the "isn't it nice when things just work" advertisements for it back then. she still has that car today because there's no need to change. I am literally jealous. I got a 2018 Golf Wagon and I want to sell it for one of these and something else on the side. life's too short
I remember seeing the euro r version when I was in 6 grade, fell in love instantly!! Soon as I could afford one I bought a alabaster silver 2004 auto, loved that car!, then I found a 2008 black on black with Aspec Package. Replaced the 04 with that. Absolutely great cars don’t think I will ever sell mine. Other ones around town are all clapped out 😢.
As a former acura tech, best car they ever built
Hey thanks for sharing this, from your experience is there a model or certain model years of Acura we should avoid?
@@MeynMotorGroup not really, all models are good vehicles. I would say avoid the RL. The tsx had minimal issues.
Everyone once in awhile csr manufacturers hit a homerun. The tsx was one of them
@@rediculouspeople2310 nice thank you for that and I agree this model was pretty excellent it’s just sad we can’t find clean ones used
Question tech,
I have a 2012 accord 2.4L K24a
And a 2008 TSX 2.4L k24a
Why does manufacturers recommend different oil for
These?
5-30 in the Acura
0-20 in the accord
The one thing I love about this car the most is the gauge cluster. I think its definitely one of the best looking one in any Honda Acura product.
Very true
It's very nice but the next gen (CU2) is even better with the floating needle design
Yea same… I just love the way mine is lit up with lights hahah
till this day one of my favs it was cool how the next gen tax had a v6!
there's a guy on FB who makes custom clusters for the CL9 named michael skiff. i have his spoon EK9 Type R style cluster in mine and it's amazing.
i.imgur.com/mhZ3HTa.jpg
I am still an emotionally attached owner of my 04 TSX, after 18 years! This car has gotten me everywhere I needed to go! Never let me down and I can’t seem to part ways with it! ❤
Same, mines 2006
Love my fiancés TSX. She had an 06 automatic with 276k miles and it ran perfect, but the a/c went out so I started looking at a new car for her and we got so lucky and stumbled upon an 08 6 speed manual TSX with 39k miles! Super clean 1 owner car. Planning on keeping it for a very long time.
Luuuuuckeeeeeee!!!
Always loved this car when I was a kid. When I finally had the money last month, I cross shopped between an 08 TSX, 02 RSX, 13 Civic Si, and 13 WRX. I ultimately found an 08 TSX 5AT with 40k miles, clean title, elderly 1 owner. I bought it on the spot. I take it out on the weekend when I want to just cruise and not think about shifting like on my other manual car. I will never sell it and will probably have it forever.
Nice!
I feel the same about my 13” TL sh-AWD amazing car
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How much?
I’m trynna be like this in life
My 08 tsx has been through a ton and is still kicking strong. I bought it with 65k on it IN 2016, and she now has 250k miles on her
Holy u do a lot of driving 😭
@@Lu.Kartiier A lot of Americans are hypercommuting now. It's not uncommon to see people logging 40-50k a year on their cars these days.
I just copped an 08 auto with 120k. I’ve owned a multitude of classic Japanese cars over the years, but this is the first one where I actually didn’t mind that it was an auto. I’m getting older and my tastes are changing and this is actually the newest year car I’ve ever owned, and it is spectacular. I’m so happy with it already, cannot wait to spend many years and many miles in this thing to come.
I still see so many of these on the road today. I honestly think it’s aged pretty well for a car from the early 2000s and I love the taillights. I’m looking to get one as a second car
Nice!
I have an 2008 with a 6 speed and a little manufacturer spoiler that it came with. Just. A great and fun car to drive. I absolutely love the short gear ratios! Mine currently has 182k miles and it still runs like a dream. Only thing that has broken down is the AC compressor at 175k miles. If anyone reading this is on the market for it, you will not regret it!
Thanks so much for sharing this!
Got a 2006 6 speed one but it's the 2.2 cdti one, wish I've found one with the k20 engine..
Already have honda accord tourer 2.4 k24engine with 6speed manual and I have to agree.
The ONLY regret I have about my 2005 is that it isn't the manual 6-speed. The slap shift is fun but not the same.
I have an 08 tsx and I have no complaints. I love everything about it. 195k miles going strong.
Nice!
Best driving car I've ever had. 2005 a spec with the 6 speed, threw a ecu reflash and coilovers on it and it was an absolute blast. Handled like it was on rails, revved to 8000 rpm, and was on par with g35s. Also got great fuel economy
Thanks for sharing!
I'm running a TSX 2.4L bottom end, with my RSX-S head, and tune and boltons. I love the car. Funnest one I've owned, even better than my 1969 Camaro imo
On par with g35s in handling maybe but certainly not straight line performance.
@@Rekt-M8-v4 handling was way better than a G35 but was underpowered
front wheel will never be on a par witha real Rear wheel Drive Sprts Car Stop the Cap 🤣🤣🤣
I have a 2005 6 speed manual meteor silver metallic TSX. I have had it for 10 years this year, and it currently has 306k on the clock, and I bought it with 141k. I have loved it ever since. It surprises people how quick it is. Its no longer stock now however, since I have reflashed the ECU, have an RSX Type S clutch and flywheel, Fujitsubo legalis R exhaust, Fastline performance cat, CT Engineering Icebox, tein basis suspension, upgraded brakes and rotors, upgraded intake manifold and throttle body, a Euro R transmission with LSD, aspec lip kit, and much more. I love this car. I will do my best to keep it going, with regular maintenance, and will take care of some cosmetic issues as well soon. Thanks for the vid.
That’s awesome!
Wow, those are really nice mods you have there and it shows you really love your car. That mileage count is impressive.
i got the same car at 250k was thinking about reflashing the exu
@@johnconnor2402 thank you! Yes I still love it. I have a few more plans for it. The k24a2 is still strong. 😊
@@coachtony2710 Best 200 bucks I spent on the car. I have the Serg Bo reflash.
I own an 06 and hell you would be so damn surprised on how many people come in to your car and say is this like a newer year?
it's so surprising these days you hop into a base model 2023 car and heated seats, dimming mirror, sunroof, is not standard at all in today's car
This TSX has been the first car I bought and Honestly I love EVERY BIT OF IT!
Key Features I love about the CL9? Reliable, Dependable, really easy to service, pretty peppy with its engine (you will be surprised how far people are when you pick the car up to 60 and look behind you)
Driving a 2007 right now with 244k miles. Still drives great. Love this car
2006 6-Speed here, I have owned it since 2008. Great Car, runs like a Prelude with 4-Doors.
Great to know, I'm looking to replace my prelude
@@ua7pyro591 The K24A2 was used as a driving school car at Mid-Ohio for 300K miles with zero engine failures.
One of the best looking Acura sedans imo.
I love my 08 tsx, it’s a simple car that does everything you need to have a fun daily. It’s boring enough for your grandma to like, but can be fun enough to put a smile on a car enthusiasts face
Nice!
I had one of these after I crashed my 550i. I’d go out to the canyons a lot, tsx handled so much better around the corners and never left me stranded on the side of the road
My first car and I still love it. Bought a 2007 salvaged with 101k miles 2 years ago, rebuilt it and it's been treating me good to this day. Going to hold this car until it literally blows up.
I regret selling my 07 manual. It was such a fun and reliable car!
I always wondered my car doors were so nice to close I could honestly open and close those doors forever like it's so smooth and doesn't have a clunk sound when closed
We have a 2007 Acura TSX fully loaded with 387000 miles on it and it puuuurs ! My son received it in the 10th grade and hes graduated college and still loves his TSX
I have this car. It’s my sales car and I drive it about 7 hours a day. The reliability I’ve had on this vehicle is absolutely incredible. It’s a 2004 by the way.
Bought it from a single owner with 45 pages of service history for every service interval. Definitely got lucky. Picked it up for $3,500 with 120,000 miles
Yesterday I bought a clean 6 speed 04 tsx for 2800 at 144k miles, best purchase ever
@@2Patch great cars man. Just did a 14 hour road trip and I’m almost at 180,000 miles now. The car just keeps on going
@@2Patchnice find
Ah yes my Baby, I actually bought THIS car and colour because of your review of the TL many years ago. Thanks exhaust sports auto
My 2005 white Acura TSX is at the shop right now. Getting inspected for a possible PCM/ ECM issue. I didn’t realize the emotional connection I had to the car till the keys left my hand to the dealers lol.
I own a 2006 model fully loaded with navigation and a factory trunk lid spoiler and it is one of the best cars I have ever owned I love it and it’s super reliable and everything still works like it did from the factory
Found a TSX 2008 in awesome condition with 100k miles, bought it today really stoked
I absolutely love my 07 tsx with 260k and running perfectly like new!!
It’s a very fun and comfortable car to drive!!!!👍
Major winner of a car!!
When I was looking for another car I got a call from a sister that works at a dealership. She told me they'd just received an Acura. I wasn't looking for a 'luxury' car hearing about their high maintenance. I went and looked anyway and took the 2005 TSX for a test drive. On the exit ramp I thought I was going 40 mph, looked down and I'd already hit 70 mph without realizing it. It was incredibly smooth and fun to drive. I take it back and the manager tells me since it's a 2005 he couldn't sell it on their used car lot-it might be a lemon it might be great the risk was mine. I drove off the lot with the TSX with only 114k on the clock for $3500! I love it and it's made me an Acura/Honda convert.
Thanks for sharing!
Just watching this now, currently in the process of buying a 6 speed 04 TSX, not clapped out, no rust anywhere, very clean for having 160k miles
Nice review. In 2006 I was looking for a nice car and went to Mercedes and BMW, but after adding all the options I wanted the prices increased dramatically. I happened to see some Acuras on display at a mall and was really impressed by the TSX. When I looked into it further I realized it had all the options I wanted already included in the price, so I ended up buying a new 2006 TSX. I still have that car 17 years later, and it works perfectly. Mind you, it has been garaged its whole life and has only 55k kms. Still looks like a new car!
That is awesome my friend!
Let me buy it
mine just hit 280,000!! great car only having some front end issues that i am going to fix.
I got a TSX in 2006 as well - still have it - had to replace the alternator and starter recently - about 118K mile
Great video! I love my 08 TSX. The handling is top tier.
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I have a 07 white Pearl tsx with the black interior and 6 speed manual. Pretty rare combo which is why I jumped on the deal. Bone stock, and it just drives so well. Not a single problem owning it, just regular maintenance. The part about the way the doors close is true. It feels like a tank, completely solid. One thing to note, Vtec engagement is actually 6,000 rpm not 5000 and also a fun fact, Drakes first car was a black 04 tsx 😎 (yes that Drake)
I own an 06 TSX with 275,000 miles. Besides basic maintenance haven’t had any major issues. Love driving it
I feel so lucky I found a 06 tsx in great shape even though it's an automatic I still love it
Got my TSX back in June as my first car and oddly enough I struggled to find a regular old Camry, corolla, or accord for a decent price that wasn't in the 6 digits for miles. The TSX caught my attention as it was lower in miles and was actually taken care of by the elderly owner and cheaper than all the cars I was looking at. I got it on the spot. It's a car I see myself never ever giving up.
What price did u get it, I'm looking at one 80K miles for 6K in California.
@@isoDC I got mine for 9k at 50k miles.
I own a 2008 6 speed manual with 190k and it’s the most underrated car. You can still find these for under 5k and it’s super reliable and easy to work on. I plan on keeping it for years to come. This is coming from someone that owns a 1993 Supra TT.
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I bought one because I was moving to Wisconsin, it’s pretty nice the engine actually feels good and drives relatively fast surprisingly
Bought my 2004 in 2016 with 29k miles. 131k and still going today. I really have no urge to get a new daily, it's everything I could want.
Ha! My elderly mother bought one (automatic trans) - so much for Acura's marketing. Now it's my daily commuter. My weekend car for pleasure driving is a 6MT ILX.
Touch screen in 2004..such a beautiful car even for 2023 standards
I own this car and I love it. It’s like one of the things you buy and you feel you’ve made the right choice. Mine is a 2005 CL9 and it’s just surprising how well this 18 y/o car drives and handles. I’ve driven newer cars that felt absolute garbage
Couldn't agree more!
2007 sitting in the driveway. LOVE IT and it’s been well cared for. Nicest one I’ve seen around here. Begs to be driven fast. Enjoyed your video!
This car is rock solid with one of the best engines ever made. I love my 07.
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Yeah. Acura 2003ish to 2008ish was off da hook with quality.
I have a 2006 Auto TSX it currently has 408K miles. It’s a wonderful car. AC and GPS went out but I still love it. Hopefully I can make it to 500k
U ever got seized rear calibres?
Got a 2005. The engineering of this car is awesome. It's a drivers car. I put a larger sway bar on the back, Bilstein shocks, and z rated tires makes this car carve corners. .
Well i just bought a white 04 tsx 140k and shes soo clean ❤❤❤
The 2004 TSX has utterly spoiled me in terms of what a car should be like. It was well priced, practical and easy to live with, reliable and has a fantastic driving experience. I don't know if I'll ever find that experience again, and I hope I can keep driving it for a lot longer.
Just found one in Sacramento 8 months ago in a 5 speed. BUT it’s insanely taken care for a 2004 with 68k miles. The interior is mint and I couldn’t pass up. It’s in Meteor Silver but looks like a baby blue. The color grew on me forsure. It was garage kept and the paint is amazing and I’ve added a lot of OEM parts and paint matched. A lot of ppl ask about the paint job and they can’t believe it’s from factory. I did get lucky in my opinion. I love this car so much. Ahead of its time compared to some of the new cars IMO.
I have a 2007 CL9 sitting in my garage with 300k miles, was new in 2007. Love this car, will rebuild eventually.
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Amazing, original engine?
@@danjones3402 yea, original engine, still runs great.
@@holmanh105how did brakes hold up ever got seized calibers over the years?
I have a 04 TSX 6 speed with 210k and my wife has the 05 TSX automatic w/Navi with 235k…. Absolutely love our cars!!!
Seeing that tsx with Honda badging was so great looking
It was def cool
These really are great cars. I held mine at 135mph (6th gear redline) for over 5 minutes one time while I was in “Mexico”. Didn’t over heat, no check engine light, no noises after. Just change the oil often and pray over it regularly. I feel blessed to own one of these. Couple of minor inconveniences as far as mechanical issues but nothing you won’t experience with any other brand.
I have a 2004 which I converted to a EuroR and have owned it for 13 years and still love it ! Bought it with 47k and still kicking ! I will be painting it on the next year or two to bring her back to life !
07 TSX 5AT owner here! Mines got just over 100k miles and still drives like a dream!
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I still have my 06 TSX. I have owned that car for 11 years and won't let it go. I have a hard time explaining to people how brilliant this car is because most assume it's just a boring 4 dr sedan. It really is an amazing car that drives so super well. It's also a very solid and reliable car. Mine has almost 200k of trouble free miles. This car turned me into a major Honda/Acura fan.
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Why do they say it's boring, what in their heads makes it boring?
I have an excellent condition 2004 Acura Tsx in the best color red. 6 speed manual with only 103k km or 60k miles. Car has been stored in garage since 2013 so only seen the road 8 1/2 years since 2004. It will start no problem. Krowned yearly no rust in canada. Dealer 35% tint. The bad - needs new brakes because its been sitting 10 years and some paint fade defect. Drove it like a grandma and still on original tires and clutch :)
2004 is the most jdm tuner year for the tsx especially in milano red which is a type r color
Im thinking of selling it for 15k cnd but I might regret it when the price goes up for these. Acura tsx won this years Circuit Of The Americas GLTC so its now the fastest this year!!!
I managed to get a hold of a bone stock 2007 TSX and it's so nice.
I have a single owner clean 2004 6 speed tsx that I found and purchased. Traveled 12 hours so a total of 24 hours to pick this car up. Super clean and love this car. Got it only for 4k so great price as well.
Good stuff. One thing you missed (most people do) is that even though the chassis/body/drivetrain are from the Euro and JDM Accord, the interior and gauges are from the JDM Honda Inspire... which, confusingly, had the bigger USDM Accord body but with a much nicer interior. (the USDM Accord had basically the same lower spec interior as the Euro/JDM Accord). So as a whole, the TSX is technically its own thing that didn't exist anywhere else but North America. It's kind of like GM's badge engineering of the 80s, but... done well.
I was lucky to find a very well kept manual '04 two years ago with only 60k miles on it. Not sure I'll ever get rid of it. The performance and handling remind me a lot of my old Nissan Sentra SE-R... only much nicer to be in. Really feels like "peak Honda" - still focused on handling and driving dynamics, no unnecessary tech, solid and functional all the way through. When I get a modern Acura service loaner, it feels so disconnected and unengaging (and takes me at least 5 minutes to figure out how to just use the radio).
Your Acura videos are of my favorites. Cheers man.
Thanks so much for your support my friend!
Few years ago I was driving around a old beat up jeep I bought off my buddy for $500 dollars, had nothing but problems with it. Ran into this guy on Facebook selling an 04 TSX. I instantly got a loan to purchase it, and it’s been a year now and I absolutely love the car. It’s had its problems but it has never left me stranded. Although I do need to fix a rust spot and a few scratches, it is cosmetically perfect. I’ve always been a Honda guy, and I will always prefer the older styles (of as 2023)
Just got mine about a year ago 2006 TSX, best purchase I’ve made in my life so far absolutely love it from a old couple in Florida so wasn’t “clapped out” as you said
You just don’t see that kind of attention to detail in any domestic product, because they’re only about profit.
Depends on the domestic
I thought profit was the motive behind every product on the market
I will never purchase a domestic. Even top tier domestic look cheap. Caddy and Vette are only top-tier. The rest are cheesy. 08 TSX interior layout is balanced. Everything is in the right place and accessible. Press button trunk with lock for rear seats.
These days, the manufacturing is all cheap. Rip
@@MeynMotorGroupexactly! Kid doesn’t know what he’s talking about at all!! Just another jdm is better then all people…
I bought a 2004 TSX 2 years ago. It had 100,000 miles on it and is in immaculate condition including 56 pages of service history. I love the car and hope it lasts forever. Between me and the prior owner, everything is brand new on the car and with careful maintenance I look to getting at least 300,000 miles out of it.
I love my 04 TSX ! I watched Autotrader for 6 months before I found it for $6k, flew to Dallas and drove it 300 miles home. It's alabaster silver with black interior. It's a 6 speed with the A-spec package. It has a Joying 10.1" touch screen stereo w/nav , 80Wx4 amp and better speakers. It has 245/50-16 Kuhmos on 16x8 RX7 FD wheels.
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I have an 07 with 156k miles on it. I didn’t enjoy driving or really understand car people until I owned it. I absolutely love driving it. The handling is fantastic. It’s also been the most reliable car I’ve owned (granted I drove two POSs before it sooo). I had to disconnect the Bluetooth due to an electrical issue, and I wore out one of the rear door lock actuators. I will probably cry when I have to get a new car, which hopefully won’t be for a while yet.
Own a 04 6 speed, 230k, bone stock except for a Hondata Reflash. Best car I’ve ever owned
I had a 04. It was the BEST handling car I’ve ever driven. Sold it in 2017 with 240k miles for a Lexus 😢 GS350 F Sport
Love my 05 6spd manual. ECU Re-flash, intake and lowering springs. 203k miles and still running strong.
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On my 3rd TSX! First two were automatic, but third time was a charm and found a one owner 6spd 04 silver meteor metallic (that bluish color)! 293,876 miles currently factory everything besides it being lowered and Spc arms all around with energy bushings for the front and rear sway bars. Daily driven in the tri state area of NY NJ PA!
I bought my 2007 TSX with a 6mt back in dec of 2006. I still have it today and it has 269k miles! Best car ever!
My first car was a 2012 TSX Special Edition. I loved that car so much. It treated me so good.
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I own an Acura 2005 TSX. I bought it 3&1/2 years ago with 121,000 miles. It is now close to 159,000. I absolutely love this car. The only thing I wish was different was that mine was a 6 speed manual. I prefer smaller cars with manual transmissions for the driving experience but this car, even though it is a sedan, is a blast to drive. It is very responsive and has a good amount of power for speed, although more after around 40-50 mph. I appreciate the attention to details by Acura in this vehicle and it is surprisingly spacious for passengers in the back seat. It is dependable and runs great. I plan on driving this car until it falls apart. I am so glad I purchased this car when my 2004 Honda Civic LX with 117,000 miles one previous owner, dealer maintained, manual transmission that was impeccable inside and out was totaled when a woman backed her Subaru SUV onto the hood while it was parked in a parking lot behind my home where I live(there are no driveways in this area and it is a mix of commercial and residential. Most people have to park on the street. I kept the Civic and am in the process of repairing it for a rebuilt title to be able to drive and have as a second car. It is a gem and I couldn't let it go. I took a smaller payout but it was worth it.
When this car finally does, I will be purchasing another Acura-no question. This is a really great vehicle all around and I am so glad I bought it. Thank you for this video. It was interesting to learn some new things about the car and being that the car is so old there is not much new content out there.
Just bought a 2012 TSX Wagon and it's the best car I've ever driven
owned our 06 since 2008, it now has 145k kms on it, still love it, its literally never broken, all with just regular maintenance
I had a 2006 TSX great handling fun to drive and reliable.
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2006 tsx owner here in 2023!!! Love my car, I've owned m3s and all sorts... but I love this car!
i have an 05 tsx mt6. love this car. Florida car well maintained. almost 170k mi. drives like dream, only needs some boost to make it whole.
Love my 04 SSM 6 Speed! Black interior too. I’ve done almost everything to it suspension wise. Have a big brake kit and headers sitting in my room waiting! Love these cars. Take care of them and they’ll run forever. Reflashed mine and it’s a dream, not sure why they didn’t come like this from factory!
How did you reflash? With Hondata?
I love my 06 TSX. Got mine back in 2010 when I graduated high school. I’ve worked in the automotive industry so I got great deals on other brands. Although I got new cars I still kept my trusty TSX. Just crossed 200K miles and still runs perfect.
My mom bought a 2004 TSX brand new. It was an excellent car for 7 years. I bought a 2006 6 speed TSX (in 2017) and drove it for a year. It was BY FAR, my favorite car I've ever owned. over 20k miles in that year with only a single coil pack going bad (140k miles). Still regret selling it. -- Just noticed its still my RUclips profile picture haha
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My son got lucky last week! He found and purchased a 2004 TSX one owner only 31k miles. Was kept in the garage so no sun damage to interior. Car is in excellent condition.
Keep making these videos I love these series where you go in depth on so many cars form our past!
Yea I’ve noticed this is the sort of thing most people like to see
im 18 and bought this car a year ago i have driven many other vehicles and i gotta say i love the tsx. everything about the vehicle is like a french kiss. i drive a 96 ram as a daily so that my baby can stay garage kept until spring!
I got a 04 Acura TSX in ABP/Black interior/6spd fun daily!
I finally found a 2006 black 6speed and I love everything about it except the tan interior but when searching for a 6 speed TSX you cannot be picky. I’ll just keep my eye out for someone parting out a black interior car.
I have the great interior in my 08 auto. I agree with you too
I still have this one at 180000 miles with 6 speed manual.
I have a 2004 TSX, bought it brand new, original owner. Still have it at 310k miles and is still my daily driver. 6 spd manual navi, still runs perfect and strong. Starter died at 250k miles, alternator at 290k miles, tranny rebuilt at 225k miles. Everything is still original from factory in my car. Best car i ever owned and will never get rid of.
I have a 2006 TSX auto in black. My mom bought it new in 06 and opted for the dealer add on 5 piece spoiler kit, and the optional hypersilver split 5-spoke wheels. Still in very decent shape for a Wisconsin car with 175k. I bought it from her when she got a 2021 accord touring and I totaled my wife's 2017 ILX.
Do you still have the tsx? I also live in Wisconsin
@zabthedab4175 yes I have it
My friend bought one of these last year as his first car. It was red and the paint was beautiful. I was envious and proud of him for acquiring the perfect first car. Thing was a looker, sadly he crashed it 2 months into ownership 😢 I think I loved that car more than him lol. Rip to a pristine tsx
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I have a 2008 manual Tsx and I absolutely love it! Only thing I wish it had more torque on the low end and better on gas. It's still fun shifting at red line once in awhile during the summer. Iv been following since you've had youre 2010 tsx and debating getting a 2010 or 2008 at the time. For me I think car drives, ride, better material inside, and feels better than even any 2022 none luxury compact cars today! I plan to keep mines until she can't go anymore
Thanks for sharing!
I have a 08 manual as well and my close friend has a 2010 and the interior is literally falling apart. Ripped leather on his passenger seat, armrest, and door panels. Honda went cheap with the 2nd gen interior.
@@goforbroke2 That's sad to hear. I shopped around to find a mint condition 2008. Had it goin on 5 years now and everything held up. Aside from the stupid power steering pump
if you want more low end and midrange a ECU reflash/tune makes a world of difference. The K24A2 picks up over 30lb/ft of torque and HP in the middle of the rev range. you end up with a nice meaty powerband where the car pulls hard from 4K and up where a stock TSX only pulls hard in VTEC over 6K. I did a Sergebo header on stock exhaust and it really woke up the midrange. i can easily pass cars without having to downshift. put around town at 25mph in 5th gear and have enough torque where it doesn't feel slow or require a downshift.
@@evilf23 that is good to know! glad to find the tips for us stock TSX owners who are in need of some slight tweeks to make it just right! :)
Awesome video, love my 07, now with 233k and no end in sight.
I have the Acura tsx 2006, it's the best car ever. I've had it for about 7 years now and I've never had any major issues
I hope to own a TSX one day
I own an 08 At unfortunately but drive it on manual and I love this car. I also absolutely love that my doors are so quiet when you close them.
The AT is unique, a little bit of tinkering and one might be shocked.
growing up my neighbour across the road had a 2005 accord euro and I have always remembered the "isn't it nice when things just work" advertisements for it back then. she still has that car today because there's no need to change. I am literally jealous. I got a 2018 Golf Wagon and I want to sell it for one of these and something else on the side. life's too short
The term “clapped out” has now been added to my vocabulary. Great video!
It’s officially part of mine now as well 😅😂
I remember seeing the euro r version when I was in 6 grade, fell in love instantly!! Soon as I could afford one I bought a alabaster silver 2004 auto, loved that car!, then I found a 2008 black on black with Aspec Package. Replaced the 04 with that. Absolutely great cars don’t think I will ever sell mine. Other ones around town are all clapped out 😢.
That’s awesome my friend!