Las Vegas | 11/04/2003 -- 2004 Acura TL with A-SPEC Performance Package



The most recent addition to the Acura A-SPEC performance lineup is the 2004 TL. Acura's top-selling model features hot new styling, a more powerful 270 horsepower V-6 engine, a sport-tuned suspension, and 17-inch wheels and tires. A close ratio 6-speed manual transmission is available (a first for TL) and all TLs equipped with the 6-speed also feature Brembo front brakes. Inside, the TL features the automotive industry's first application of a standard DVD-Audio 5.1 surround sound system as well as a Bluetooth-enabled hands-free phone system called HandsFreeLinkTM.

The A-SPEC performance package for the TL is scheduled to go on sale this November at Acura dealers nationwide. It includes a suspension package with track-tuned shocks and springs, 18-inch wheels and tires, high performance brake pads for automatic transmission-equipped models, an aero kit, and a deck lid spoiler (or rear wing) as well as Acura A-SPEC badging. While an MSRP for the Acura TL A-SPEC performance package has not been announced, it will cost approximately $5,000 plus dealer installation.

Chassis/Suspension Modifications

• A-SPEC suspension (track-tuned shocks and springs)
• High performance brake pads (automatic transmission cars)
• 18x8.5 alloy wheels
• Yokohama AVS ES100 235/40-R18 95W tires

Exterior Modifications

• A-SPEC deck lid (or rear wing) spoiler
• A-SPEC aero kit

Interior Modifications

• A-SPEC steering wheel
• A-SPEC badging

Acura TSX A-SPEC Concept




Since its debut in March, the 200-horsepower TSX has exceeded Acura sales goals in the extremely competitive sports sedan segment. With the car's aggressive styling, responsive powertrain and sporty chassis building a strong and rapidly growing following with the aftermarket, Honda Access America, the accessory division of Honda, designed a prototype A-SPEC kit to highlight the potential of this hot-selling new model. The performance package features an aero kit, and a sport suspension that gives it an even sleeker, more aggressive look while taking advantage of the TSX's unique and potent performance capabilities.

Chassis/Suspension Modifications

• Prototype sport suspension with track tuned shocks and springs
• Modulo sport exhaust
• Brembo prototype front brakes
• 18-inch wheels
• Yokohama 235/40 ZR tires

Exterior Modifications

• Prototype front bumper
• Prototype deck lid spoiler
• Side and rear valances
• Front side markers with white lenses
• Fog lights
• A-SPEC badging

Interior Modifications

• Momo steering wheel
• Prototype Recaro front seats
• NSX-R aluminum sport shift knob
• Prototype interior trim finish
• Sport floor mats

Honda Element Concept




The Honda Element delivers an affordable, rugged and adaptable platform that incorporates the best traits of a pickup with a hard flat floor, an SUV with a rear enclosed area and a car with responsive handling and good fuel economy. Starting around $16,000, the Element leaves room for extensive customization, and the Element Concept, developed by Honda Access America, shows one direction in which the Element can be taken. The concept features a high output i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine that takes advantage of a high flow exhaust to produce over 200 horsepower. An all-terrain sport suspension system coupled with high performance Brembo brakes and 21-inch wheels and tires offers increased handling precision on- and off-road as well as enhanced stopping power. Exterior modifications including a new front bumper and grille design, a wider track, bright aluminum finish and a roof-mounted tail spoiler give the Element a decidedly aggressive demeanor.

Powertrain Modifications

• 200+ horsepower i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine
• Custom high flow exhaust

Chassis/Suspension Modifications

• All-terrain on/off-road sport suspension
• High performance slotted Brembo brakes
• 21-inch Honda Access custom design 5-spoke alloy wheels with satin finish
• 245/35R 21 Michelin concept tires

Exterior Modifications

• New front bumper design with two-part metal/plastic combination
• Black chrome headlight/taillight bezel finish with clear signal indicators
• New grille design
• Rocker panel side sills
• Increased track width
• Flared, body colored fender panels
• New rear bumper design with integrated exhaust and heat diffuser
• Roof-mounted tail spoiler
• Bright aluminum finish on lower body panels
• "Blue Metal Xenon" painted upper panels

Interior Modifications

• Custom floor-to-ceiling center console including vehicle dynamics display, blue LED glow lighting and overhead mounted storage bins
• Racing-inspired instrument panel with "high-contrast" surface finish, aluminum accents and air vents
• Racing front bucket seats
• DVD navigation system
• Custom floor carpet
• Sport grip shift knob and steering wheel
• Door panel design modifications

Acura NSX




Using a wide variety of high-performance parts from premier aftermarket suppliers like Comptech, Cantrell Concepts, Sparco and Takata, enthusiast Duke Tubtim has created a flat out rocket of an NSX racecar. Duke's NSX features a supercharged C30A V-6 that delivers 322 horsepower at the rear wheels. He's displayed the car at several shows and has won at every show he's attended.

Powertrain Modifications

• Comptech Supercharger
• Daiken Exedy clutch

Chassis/Suspension Modifications

• Tein RA coilover suspension
• Comptech strut tower
• Science of Speed/Comptech sway bars
• NSX-R front chassis braces
• Four-piston caliper front brakes
• 13" slotted rotors
• Volk Racing GT-7 wheels (18x8 front, 19x9.5 rear)
• Toyo Proxe T1-S tires (225/35 ZR 18 front, 265/30 ZR 19 rear)

Exterior Modifications

• Burn Up front bumper
• Lechers side skirts
• Gruppe M rear valance
• Science of Speed JGTC carbon fiber hood
• Cantrell Concepts carbon fiber fuel filler with fuel filler cap
• Taitec carbon fiber JGTC wing
• NSX-R door badges

Interior Modifications

• Blitz DC instrument panel
• Bride Zeta 11 bucket seats
• Takata four point racing harness
• Sparco ring steering wheel
• Alpine navigation system and DVD changer
• Playstation 2