The 2008 Acura TL Type S is Still a Very Desirable Sport Sedan
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Once upon a time, the #AcuraTL was the best-selling luxury sport sedan in the US. About 15 years ago, #Acura outdid themselves with the 3rd generation TL that really shocked. the world and showed Acura just serious they were about going after the best from Germany. When the #TypeS model returned in 2007, its near 300 HP V6, available 6-speed manual, and stunning looks had a lot of enthusiast trading in BMW, Audi, and Mercedes sport sedans. Today, Acura seems a bit lost but there is a glimmer of hope on the horizon as a #TLXTypeS is coming very soon with a turbo V6 and SH-AWD. Until that new car arrives, the old 2008 #TLTypeS still represents the best that Acura has to show for a sport sedan and its exactly why used examples can command a premium, especially if they're in good shape.
I had a 2007 TL Type S and it was quite possibly the best car I've ever owned. At 70 years old I've had many cars but my '07 TL was special!
richard blackcloud wow usually 70+ yr olds usually like Floaty cars like Buick. Interesting to know you had a taste for TL.
@@DarthNero I'm considering a Charger SRT next if the new Type S is a disappointment, my body is old but my mind is still 20 years old.
@@romeotango58 thats the way to be
richard blackcloud respect to an OG car enthusiast
richard blackcloud respect to you sir, well i saw a leaked spec sheet of the the new Tl type S , if it is real, 3.0TT 6 speed manual around 410hp shawd with agressive sound tuning i think Acura wont let us down this time.
Since '04-'08 this design, imo, is a timeless look. It's aged well even by today's car standards sedan-wise.
dude i just got rid of my 05 TL... it was literally so fucking ahead of its time. bitch lasted me 7 years and i definitely could of kept it if i put about 2k into her
@@Aurora11793 what happened
@@techboys100 decided to get a new car. not worth putting money into an 05
@@Aurora11793 i just want the 2008 tl type s
@@Aurora11793 i did that with a Pontiac grand prix
The guy which designed this car is Jon Ikeda he’s now the head of Acura so the brand is in good hands and with products like the new RDX it’s only upwards for Acura
Awesome! Did not know this! Crossing my fingers
My dad is an asst. zone manager for Acura and believe me big things are happening
And he’s Japanese
Oh no. I want the shield grilles to return.
f181234 was he not the head of Acura after this car?
Redline, this a double whammy! First the TL history and now this...great content as always! I like the idea of reviewing older but nonetheless relevant cars, keep up the great work!!
Absolutely, TL Type S are still total eye catchers when you see one. Beautiful car, perfectly designed.
This.
Agreed
Man if they still sold this new I would have picked it up. They dropped the ball on the follow up generation when they made it bigger and bulkier. The only thing I think they did right was utilizing the sh-awd
@mkvl1490 It was a good car but it was ugly and it did not sell well at all.
Joseph stupid the design it’s beautiful
@@WillVH203 If it's so beautiful, why did no one buy it?
Now the TSX and TLX or whatever is essentially different badge Honda
They shawd had a manual version. To bad no one wanted them new.
Dude I was JUST on CarGurus looking at these after recently totaling my car and I come to TH-cam to see you uploaded this video 3 hours ago?? Tell me that's not a sign
Gucci Flip Flops get it 🔥
Me too! I'm Currently looking for a Type S. I have an 06 base TL. Love the car and won't let it go till I get a Type S
Gucci Flip Flops it’s a sign, grab one ASAP!
Google and Apple shares information for our benefit, does it all the time here man lmao
Buy my silver TLS 6 speed ;) I'm in cali btw
as someone who owned an automatic 08 base TL for 4 years and now owns a manual 07 type s. Yes. the type S is desirable af. Especially in manual. 100+lbs lighter, LSD and MUCH more aggressive gearing. Alright, I'll watch the video now
sell it to me please
Sell it!
A guy at work has a blue 08 Type S manual with about 105,000 miles. Had an 04 TL for 9 years, loved it. Also had a 01 CL Type S.
Own a 2007 Speed6, would love to find a TL Type S in manual as well... I like sport sedans lol
My father got this used at 10,000 miles and ended up was given to me as a hand-me-down at 80k. This was the vehicle I used for my driving test.
Unfortunately, my neighbor played hooky and decided to steal my car for scrap (who ends up getting away from the charges that were filed), man I'm going to miss those days.
Who else thinks this is the best acura sedan ever made
I remember all I ever wanted and cared for was a BMW back then. Then the TL came out and all the sudden I liked another car almost just as much
Just like the old lexus gs
I'd say second gen RL as an overall product.
Edwin Alfredo indeed was a beautiful car a bit large though.
This and the 94/95 Legend GS 6MT
This car holds a very special place in my heart. My dad had it when I was 13 and it was what I believed to be the coolest car as well as the first car I ever drove. I'm 25 now and desire to buy one of these for myself. Thanks for making this video Sofyan, I feel a huge amount of personal nostalgia from this.
I just got a 08 type s w 90,000 miles. I just had to replace brake pads and rotors. I love it.
Picked up a 2008 base with 26k miles last year for my first car. I love it! Timeless styling and driving dynamics.
You got a 12 year old beauty with such little miles? Lucky bastard, I’d go ecstatic if I found a 2001 Honda Prelude with less than 50k miles.
@@kevinnorris6558 man i remember when guys in high school were cool because they had an integra at school, they modded them to death too.
TheTrucker Ed Show From what I’ve heard, integras are REALLY fun and engaging cars to drive. Some regard it as the best Honda ever made. I’d love to own one but truthfully, I couldn’t have peace of mind given that thieves love Honda’s like that. I heard that the integra engines got stolen a lot in the 90’s. Real pity that Acura and Honda don’t make cool cars like that anymore.
Damn, that was a great find!
I owned this 2008 TL-S in the grey metallic, two toned interior. They only came one way, having no additional options on the car. When I bought it, I traded in a Porsche Boxster and originally went to drive the smaller TLX. I told the sales guy, Tom, I really liked the car, but that I was not happy with the performance. I remember Tom saying “ok, let’s go back to the the dealership - I’ve got your car.” When we got back, as I was waiting for him, I saw him pull up in the most beautiful car I had ever seen. I was in love as soon as I sat in the drivers seat. We did go for a drive, but I knew I was buying that car the moment I touched the door handle. To be honest, I don’t even think I asked the price. I wish I still had it.
Such a timeless design... ... This TL & 2nd gen Lexus IS. We’re My Favorite car designs
This was one of the highlights of the late 2000s and probably peak Acura. The Type S despite being a FWD car really gave a great alternative to the 335i, C350 and of course its Japanese rival the IS 350 something to fear. It was honestly just a SH-AWD system away of being faultless in terms of powertrain.
Yeah if it had SH-AWD it would have been perfection~~ but Acura made this car perfectly despite FWD. They can just take a FWD platform and just make it drive incredibly well.
We literally got that with the 4th gen TL and in a bigger 3.7L engine to boot. You just had to deal with the beak grille which looked much better after 2012
Absolutely love my 2008 TL!! Still floating on the roads with 255k miles.. Although my son purchased a 2020, I wish Acura would make a more luxury-sport TL version like this version.
Hey, do you still have your TL? I’m 20 looking at a TL S with 170k miles for 5500, worth it?
Not worth it, just copped a type s with 107,000. Wait a lil longer@@jonathanb2325
2007-08 TL Type S are my favorite vehicles from Acura. I think this generation TL was the best looking Acura sedan of all time. The only thing this car was missing is SH-AWD.
Wadson Motoring thought you could get these in AWD?
Wadson Motoring never mind was the 4g you could get in AWD I believe, not this 3g
Driveitsideways 1 Yes 4g had it. Type S would’ve been great with SH-AWD
Wadson Motoring 3g is my favorite in terms of style, wish it was AWD!
Driveitsideways 1 Same here! I love 3g style
Went from a 9th gen Civic Si to an '06 TL with the 6-speed. Honestly, everything he's said in this video is 100% correct. It's an AMAZING everyday driver that can smoke 3-valve Mustangs, too (;
If anyone's looking for them, the 2004-2006 'base' models with the 6-speed still have most of the performance parts from the later Type S: the LSD, Brembo brakes, and stiffer roll bars. They only thing their missing from the Type S are the cosmetic upgrades (so they look identical to the earlier base models) and the bigger 3.5 engine, but they're incredibly similar.
A 2004-2006 base model with the 6-speed is still faster than the automatic Type S!
Thanks for giving this car the spotlight, very much deserved. I own an 07 ASM TLS. I absolutely love it, I hope to never let it go.
Props to the dude for finding this one, even if it's auto. Fantastic vehicle.
I just bought a 07 type s with manual transmission and can't help but watch this video over and over.. thank you for making it!
The interior still looks better than any 2020 Chevy interiors
2000 Accord interior looks better than any car
Talk about interiors... My parents' 2016 Ford Escape... Oh God...
Rodney Milner is it good
@@irshangill7582 Oh no... Black everywhere... Almost all plastic... It's not a bad car, but the interior, the minute I stepped into it, was disappointing from the get go.
Although I should've never had high expectations, it's a base model after all.
I own an Acura 07 Bronze Pearl Type S with only 74k miles. I luv my car!
Johan Ambriz no you don’t
Wanna sell it?
69k gold 2008 here. Woofer hic visors perilli tires.
Johan Ambriz where’d you find one with only 74k??? I thought I was lucky finding mine with only 90k on it!
Caleb Cochran it originally came with 71k and I found it in CALIFORNIA. Bought her last year in March.
I love my 2008 Acura TL. Every time I’m at a stop light and floor it or race someone it always puts a smile on my face with that VTEC crossover these cars were very well engineered and pretty quick for over 10 years ago great car!
This still stands out today, I always look when I see one. Especially in that Blue👌
eatitjoe the blue, white or red is beautiful
Kinetic Blue would be my second favorite, but Diamond White Pearl on the gunmetal waffles is like bread and butter together can’t go wrong! Super clean and up to date combo!
its the rims, they're very eye-catching
This is one of the best sedans ever made. Love that you highlight it so prominently.
lol zune thats def a throwback to same year as this car
This is hands down the best generation TL ever
Na. 4th Gen 6mt takes that title
@@supersabrosinho the 4th gen is widely agreed on as being ugly as hell.
@@dieseldouche7735aesthetics are subjective. I think my 2011 TL 6MT looks stunning! It also drives in a whole other league than the 07 type S
@@supersabrosinho I agree with that but there can be exceptions, crossover SUV's are abominations to anyone who is a car enthusiast it would seem. I'm sure a new TL will of course demolish an older TL especially with that awd. And that 4th gen can be found pretty close on price to a 3rd gen type s so you can't beat that. Just wish it had styling more like the older one.
For acura enthusiasts, the 3rd gen TL is hands down the best overall generation. Just check acurazine, and you'll find out yourself. The TL Type S manual 6 speed is also listed in the top 10 fastest fwd cars to date still!
I had a 2008 Acura TL Type S Ebony Carbon helluva car. My son now drives it and loves it while he is in college. Modern design that does not age. He still gets compliments on it. No mechanical issues whatsoever. Good video
I had to revisit this video again. I just can't get enough of your thorough review this car finally deserves over a decade later. Thanks again Sofyan
back when dashes looked like sculptures with intergrated infotainment screens, not a cheap looking tablet glued to the top of the dash like so many cars have today.
motaz1975 I have to say, despite it’s age, the dash of this TL still looks attractive even by today’s standards. The screen being integrated into the center console looks so much cleaner than a tablet design, I can’t lie.
You do know these TLs were plagued with cracked dashes
@@supersabrosinho wasnt an issue where i live in the north east. still see 04-06 with clean dashes
for sale.
@@motaz1975 what part of the country is that, I need a dash Badly I'm in so.cal.Sun Diego
@@supersabrosinho yea that dash cracks like crazy in the cold
That look really is timeless. Still embodies something that fits into this generation. Wish they could refine this look and amp up the performance. Would love to see that
I owned a manual transmission 3rd gen TL for 9 years. It was the best car I ever had, until I sold it. It was a very special car. Future classic for sure.
Great car, and great review. Picked up my '08 last summer with 120k miles and still in near perfect shape. These things are tanks and had many people still tell me it looks brand new!
Couple things with the headlights. The projector lenses are bi-xenons that are your high and low beams. The inner halogen bulb is only your daytime running light. Also there is an aux port in the center armrest!
how much did you pay for it if i may ask
The sound of a J35 never get's old...
Jordan Catcher fact, I just removed the resonator, mid muffler and 3rd cat. Awesome!!!
Man sounds so good in this video
This TL and original TSX were two best cars Honda/Acura ever made in recent history. Both were amazing to drive with a 6-speed manual. Interior was comfortable and great quality. Price was right. Yes, modern Civic is large, but it has extremely low seats. TL seats were high enough to comfortably get in and get out.
Seats on new civic are horrible got to drive my buddies hatchback 2019 sport , feels like your on the floor. Only thing about the TSX is it's very hard to keep that car from not being stolen for the k24.
@@degoek I am glad I am not the only one feeling this way. I also felt like I am sitting on the floor when I was test driving new Civic. I had no idea TSX is that valuable.
@@00_UU yes the K series engines are popular swaps for older civics much better then the b series, more power
the RL sold like crap but was an amazing car as well. built like a early 90s mercedes
The classic Honda chime makes a great sound for an alarm clock
I’m 19, first and only car I’ve owned is an 04 TL base model, I love it
I love my 07 TL Type S. Have it in the same color Nighthawk black pearl. It was the first car I truly wanted to own. It really is a fun special vehicle and don’t plan on selling it. The reaction I get from people when they find out it’s a 2007 is priceless.
Fernie Type S yup you’re right on that
I love my ACURA TL! I got this because it’s sporty looks and reliability! Got 174k (bought with 154k) no problems and I drive spiritually.
@jr el rey driving with passion you hybrid owner
Just picked up my 06 TL with 170k. One owner car, The water pump and timing belt was done just after 100k. It runs like a top. I love it
@@mitchelwatson8963 mind if I ask how much you got your TL for? In the market for one but trying to figure out if it's overpriced or not depending on mileage
finally a good modern review of this beauty Thank you! I am a big fan of this car. Good video! TL Type S ❤🔥🔥🔥🔥
Cars like these make me wish I was born earlier so I could buy these brand new back then (given I would have the money).
lol right? 90s baby can relate
Nah trust me your youth is your asset right now. Way more opportunities for you to catch onto
Bought a 2008 Acura TL base in 2018 with 95k miles. Now I’m at 151,000 still going strong and still lots of fun to drive. People always think it’s a newer car 😎
This took me BACK. I owned an 05 A-Spec TL in the same NBP paint. One of the best cars I owned. Very timeless design that will never get old.
Acura/Honda needs to find this magic again for sure. Nothing was the same with the brand after the 3G TL.
Thanks for the nostalgia trip.
There is an aux port in the center armrest. I just bought my type-s yesterday.
Considering this car I appreciate the honesty. The editing shows your not trying to be some big shot and the narration precisely matched the visuals. Thanks
The TL-S has been getting a lot of attention thanks to Redline Review's videos. Thank you for reminding us of the best car Acura has every produced!
I have a 2008 type s black looks just like this one . I have 273,000km and runs and looks like a dream. Totally love this car Acura hit it on the noise when they made this model. After hearing that cold air intake I might just have to get one now for mine lol. Thank for making this video thumps up TL fans 👍
I didn't know I needed this video... or how badly I need a Type S..
Get one. You won't regret it. I love mine to bits. I've had it for a year and it has been amazing
You should review a 2nd gen lexus is350. That car is also a gem from the same era
@11:15 this TL definitely has an AUX input.
I don't see it. Do you mean a Cassette to aux adapter ? Lmk!
Aux is in the center console i believe (armrest)
Also thought it had USB in the same spot, but I could be wrong
Sergio Martinez, it’s at the bottom of the center console.
Yeah it's in the bottom center console under the 12v charging port
Honda designs are timeless
I admire your appreciation for Honda/Acura products
Every ten years Acura/Honda makes a legendary vehicle. The 90s had the legend, the 2000s had the TL and the 2010s had the 2.0t sport. Great cars
What I find funny is Acura used to get dinged for having too much buttons but now they get dinged for having no buttons lol
Without a doubt the 3rd gen TL is such a timeless design. It was a car that was desirable when I was in middle school back in 2011.
Purchased mine, same as this one in 07, it now has 84k. No issues other than the alternator finally gave up the ghost last year. AC still running strong without a recharge even. Ran some Sea Foam through the tank and it was back on top peak power. Paint is near perfect like this one, maybe even better. Interior is perfect. Love the car, it drives and handles great. I can get my driver on if I want to with back country CA roads.
They’re damn hard to find and they definitely hold a premium over a normal accord with a v6, I’ve been trying. I think this is one of the best looking sedans ever made
Love the bloopers, lol, actually bought my TL based on your first review like 6 years ago. Awesome to see you reviewing it again, but this time a type s!
This man took my hand and we had a threesom while appreciating this car, it's such a nice car
I'm really high tho
Great car! My Chevy SS (Holden Commodore) only has a pass through too lol (back seats don’t fold down). My buddy has that same color TL-S in a manual, he let me drive it a couple of times - still a lot of fun!
Aww man was hoping you guys would give an start up exhaust clip. These and the G35 back then sounded legendary even in stock form.
Great review! Bring back more of these pre owned reviews! 💯
It's an amazing classic.
Stephen Seigler agreed, it’s a classic👍🏼 Low tech, but high on driving experience
Classic indeed! Good luck trying to find one now that’s not used and abused!
@@David-vi9jqwhy is it funny ? You probably like Maseratis and BMW crap
I got this 2008 type S in 2010 with 27K miles and now 238k miles and counting. No trans problems what so ever
I got an 08 TL base model with navigation have had it for some time it's got about 202k miles and it runs like new still even tho it's got crazy miles!!! I've taken care of this care like it's the only one left lol love this car
That was a cool ass car. FWD in a performance car kind of sucks, but that was a very fun car for what it was at the time. There’s not a lot of Type-S’ on the market and they’re usually beat up, but if you’re able to find one in decent shape, I would jump on it.
Yup went from an awd volvo and the acura would be so much faster if the front whells didnt slip
I got huge nostalgia from this video. My dad bought one of these in 2010, I was 5 at the time. It’s one the cars he misses the most. He got a G37S after
Good to see a car so well taken care of. I have an 07 Base Tl and yes, the dash is cracked but other wise it's still a great driving reliable car at 97k miles. Unlike this one in the video which most likely was garaged kept, mine has fading trim outside and little things showing it's age, but probably going to keep it since new car prices are way too insane. Great review BTW
Proud owner of a 2004, 2005, and 2020 TL! Love them all, and even though I wasn't a huge fan of the the 4th gen initially, having owned one for a year now, I LOVE IT
Great video! We always enjoy your new car reviews but every so often its nice to get nostalgic. Well rounded knowledge base Sofyan.
Have been lucky enough to have 2 08 Type S TLs and plan to keep my current KBP one forever (153k currently) and still puts a smile on my face every day
By far the greatest midsize luxury sedan of its time. It’s sad the current gen TLX doesn’t quite live up to its older twins legacy.
Agreed heck if they would use this as a base for their next model it would kick ass.
I love the 3G TL. I still own a 2005 base TL in white diamond pearl thats professionally detailed with slight mods and it still turns heads to this day...
Oh, the cracking dashes. That one is perfect. Becoming very rare to find, I'd say
Awesome review!! I drive a 2008 Just like this for my daily/road warrior. I travel 5 states for work in sales and it has never left me stranded on the side of the road. Super comfy, quality audio and great feel from suspension and drivetrain Keep up the great work!!!
There is an aux port in the center armrest. And take it easy on the cup slider. They break easily
Been looking for a legit review of this car and here it is. I know you very rarely will review old cars, thanks for going back in time for this one.
3:32, it has HID bi-xenon which functions both as low beam and high beam.
So then what would the halogen lights next to the Xenon lights be there for?
@@NileshR12 For Daytime Running Lights. Only 07/08 had DRL's. 04-06 halogen lights were used as high beam. EDIT: 04-06 had bixenon too and fog lights mounted into the housing.
Thanks for clarifying that! We forgot that Acura added b-xenon's when they refreshed it in 2007.
@@theredline Bixenon was available for all years of the 3rd generation TL
@F. Chris You're right, my bad. I always thought these were high beams. So 04-06 also bixenon and 9006 as fog light. I also found that Canadian models 04-06 have DRL's. Wow😲
guys imagine this as a rwd😯 in another dimension
You missed the aux port under the arm rest in the front.
I own a 2012 Acura TL sh-awd 6 speed manual that I purchased new in 2011 and in my opinion it’s the best!
This was a fun refresh review! As a TL owner I bet much enjoyed it!
i have a nighthawk black pearl type s exactly like this 80k miles. you forgot to mention that the stero sounds like an orchestra, best sotck sound system i EVER heard
I’ve been loving this car since 2006 and then later on 2016 I finally got a 2006 model
I had 2007 TL, the best designed car I ever drove. I felt in love with that car and its timeless design. Unfortunately, Acura was never able to repeat the same design excellence ever again. Hoping that they do so with models in future.
Still driving 2002 acura cl type s - still banging till this day .
I just bought a 2008 Type S yesterday. It is AMAZING!!!
BTW, there's an AUX port in the bottom of the center console cubby.
The best generation of any Acura. Absolutely timeless design.
I bought my KBP 6 spd with Ebony interior 4 years ago with 80k miles and even today I still love it.
I’m not even that old but this is my favorite iconic car.
2022: This Car, and Video will go down through the ages.
Wonder how this car would compare to the current Accord 2.0 auto in terms of handling and speed.
I smoke them all the time 😂
My tuned 2008 tl type S 6 speed will beat any 2.0 turbo out there.....
Great car. I still own my manual 2004 with 250 k on the clock. The think he missed was ELS sound system was DVD-A audio. 5.2 channel surround sounds audio. The system was the best sound system at the time and would give a modern “infotainment system” a run for the money.
I like the way the infotainment system looks with a tape and cd player, I would not change it with some dumb aftermarket product!!!!!!!!
Like the bloopers man , makes it more engaging .
Still one of my favorite cars.
Vanessa B yes
Mine too, except I want it as manual (stick).
Brian Lee aren’t manual are incredible hard to find?
During 2009 I was thinking to get one because it look so nice and the V6 manual are awesome, but I decided to brought a genesis coupe 3.8 track which is much cheaper and pull harder. To this day I still love this generation TL-S.
Seriously 2008
That was a few days ago
I remember when.....
Good review
It was a good year I was in Kindergarten but fuck I miss being a kid lol
I’m driving a NBP 2008 Acura TL Type S with A-Spec body kit, suspension, and wheels. It has the two tone Type S leather seats. Will sell it when my ES350 F-Sport ordered from the factory in early February arrives sometime in May (hopefully). Bought most of the A-Spec stuff new (got used wheels) and had it installed by an Acura dealer in 2013. Just had the rear deck lid spoiler ($500) replaced a few months back, as it was starting to look worn. Also just spent over $600 getting both of the bank 1 O2 sensors replaced. I also have an ATLP rear window spoiler I never painted or installed, plus a couple of OEM carbon fiber trim pieces. Needles to say, this car is well taken care of. It is the funnest car I’ve ever driven, but want something a little more comfortable (I’m 6’6”) as I hit the half century mark next month. My previous car was an ABP 2004 Acura TL. I got the A-SPEC body kit installed on it, as well as the window vents, and moonroof window deflector. Also, installed upgraded factory Navi with help from fellow local Acurazine member, as well as the Type S headlights and taillights, and the latest side mirrors with blinkers (had to paint them to match). Sold it at a discount to my mom after I bought the Type S. Wish I could hold out for the 2021 TLX, but my patience has run out on Acura getting their act together.
I remember seeing one of these back in 2007 on my way to work. I, immediately, had to turn around and go back home to change my pants.
Lol wtf
Didn't i tell you to stop going to Taco Bell??? jk jk
@@gm1258001 oh my what a mess
He means man cream.
Super happy to see a relevant older car being reviewed! So important in today's world of forgetting what we already have! 💕
I own a modified 6mt base and its a blast. Amazing car...
I had a 6speed version. I loved it but is sucked in the snow. Another problem was that even the limited differential had trouble putting the power down particularly if it was wet. It was great to drive. IMO its was the best looking Acura ever made.