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Spied on the Street (again, in daylight!): 2009 Acura TL
 Date: August 22, 2007 13:38
 Submitted by:  JeffX
 Source: Priddy/Doane
 Credibility Rating: Not Specified


Although this prototype is cloaked in camouflage, this is the first time its been photographed while testing during daylight hours. Usually Acura tests in the dark of night, but we were lucky to have caught this future TL in a rare afternoon test run.

Although nearly everything is covered in vinyl, a close look at what is seen of the headlamps and especially taillights, as well as the shape escaping from the disguise – we believe this carries over strong styling cues from Acura’s Advanced Sedan Concept which was first shown at the 2006 LA Auto Show.

We still don’t know too much about the 2009 TL, but our photographer was very impressed with the way he saw it handle. In his own words, he exclaimed “…its just crazy fast and looks to have a lot of grip....the guy took a corner posted at 20mph at around 45-50 with no trouble!”


Photo Credit: Chris Doane for Brenda Priddy & Company





Last edited by JeffX on August 22, 2007 13:44

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09-11-2007 12:42
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08-22-2007 14:37
How do these photographers do it?   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 15:59
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08-22-2007 19:30
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08-29-2007 10:30
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08-23-2007 00:08
If that is a TL - it is not long enough!   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-23-2007 02:13
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08-23-2007 13:37
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08-24-2007 06:05
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08-24-2007 09:34
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08-22-2007 16:19
No SHAWD :(   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 17:11
where's the evidence?   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 17:52
Re: where's the evidence?   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 17:59
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08-22-2007 22:44
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08-26-2007 20:13
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08-27-2007 19:22
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08-24-2007 17:43
Chrome is back around the windows!   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-26-2007 20:57
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08-24-2007 01:05
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08-24-2007 01:41
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08-25-2007 09:59
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08-25-2007 20:26
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08-24-2007 04:56
2008 Odyssey's rear was different afterall   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-25-2007 02:13
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08-23-2007 20:16
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08-24-2007 03:05
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08-22-2007 19:02
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08-22-2007 14:37
Look at those wheels!   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 17:26
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08-22-2007 21:40
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08-23-2007 00:57
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08-23-2007 04:32
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08-23-2007 12:14
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08-23-2007 02:52
Engine?   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-23-2007 09:17
Re: Engine?   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-23-2007 02:25
hmm looks promising   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 14:30
Looks like the TL, not TSX   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 15:31
Re: Looks like the TL, not TSX   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 17:55
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08-22-2007 17:56
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08-22-2007 18:07
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08-22-2007 18:22
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08-22-2007 18:36
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08-22-2007 21:51
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08-22-2007 18:43
Re: TSX   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 19:14
Re: Looks like the TL, not TSX   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-23-2007 01:25
Re: Looks like the TL, not TSX   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 16:12
Front End Design   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 16:58
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08-22-2007 18:24
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08-22-2007 21:35
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08-22-2007 21:03
I want one... Won't keep it long though...   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 20:55
AHM car covers for sale?   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 15:56
Is it me...   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 17:53
Re: Is it me...   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 17:46
TL and Pilot caught at the same time........interesting   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 16:05
Current TSX mirrors?   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 16:27
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08-22-2007 17:09
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08-22-2007 16:12
Dual pod dashboard   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 16:24
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08-22-2007 15:32
SH-AWD or not?   (Score: 1, Normal)
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08-22-2007 16:05
Re: SH-AWD or not?   (Score: 1, Normal)
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