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  1. Glenn Quagmire

    I'm sold...

    I was first on the NSX list with my dealer and got tired of waiting, so when the opportunity finally came, I decided to pass. However, that doesn't mean I won't buy one after the first year teething problems are worked out. As an owner of a '14 12C, I can tell you that they are absolutely...
  2. Glenn Quagmire

    Dealer markup $10,000 and refusal to honor agreement at MSRP

    Obviously this thread has gone off into the weeds... People will clearly do whatever they choose. But, IMO buying this car over MSRP will only add to the painful reconciliation that comes with trying to sell it in 1-2 years. I think this car takes a huge depreciation hit. The problem is that...
  3. Glenn Quagmire

    Are you buying or waiting!

    I think the hit will be far steeper than $25K. I don't think the market is there for this car (unfortunately). At $175-180K (US), there are still much better options than this car. The depreciation will likely exceed $50K (if not more). It pains me to say this, as I was #1 on my dealer list...
  4. Glenn Quagmire

    "Prestige and esteem among other rich folks"

    With all due respect, in what categories does an LFA compete with the cars you mentioned?
  5. Glenn Quagmire

    New NSX Delayed

    What year was the 12C? I had a '12 Gallardo that started out great but then became nothing but a source of frustration. Thus, I have no compelling interest at the moment to go back to VAG.
  6. Glenn Quagmire

    New NSX Delayed

    I spent nearly six months evaluating the car and the brand, while I waited on the NSX rollout. Having spoken to a number of owners, most had no issues whatsoever. In fact, nearly all indicated that the car got better the more it is driven. Most of the reliability concerns are overstated by...
  7. Glenn Quagmire

    New NSX Delayed

    Like many other here, I've patiently waited (with excitement) about the impending launch of the gen 2 car. But, with the additional delays and conversation with a family member who is an Acura dealer, I decided to move on. Thus, I just purchased a '14 12C with 200 miles on the clock. Utterly...
  8. Glenn Quagmire

    #AcuraNSXOnTour

    I'm with you on the 570. It's the main reason I chose the 12C. I'm not a huge fan of the swoopy nose thing that the 570, 650, and P1 have going on.
  9. Glenn Quagmire

    #AcuraNSXOnTour

    As the current owner of a '14 12C spider, I would put the quality up against any of my other high end vehicles. The exterior design is a bit more subdued than it's rival the 458. But, I'm not a flashy guy and don't want to feel like I'm in a fishbowl every time I drive my cars. The ride...
  10. Glenn Quagmire

    The Transaction

    I'm assuming you own a business? In any case, how are you able to deduct 60% of the payment? I own a company and have been told by both my controller and accountant, that there really isn't any way for me to write off an exotic car. I think the IRS would have a difficult time believing that...
  11. Glenn Quagmire

    #AcuraNSXOnTour

    Admittedly, I've not seen the car in person, but having seen pics and vids of the final product now, I'm not nearly as enamored as I hoped I would be. Maybe it will grow on me...especially after the performance numbers are announced... Anyone else feeling the same way?
  12. Glenn Quagmire

    Ordering.

    Nope, I called for Mike, but he was out and was then given to Dan. If I recall, he was the used car manager, but stepped in to take the call in Mike's absence. I'm not making any derogatory statements about him or the store...only passing along what I was told.
  13. Glenn Quagmire

    Ordering.

    When I was calling around, Dan Lasko at Bridgewater Acura in NJ told me they planned to add $35K over sticker. None of the other dealers I spoke to hinted at any premium. However, some stated that they wouldn't guarantee that they would sell at MSRP.
  14. Glenn Quagmire

    Reasons for buying?

    My reasons are nearly identical to yours. I would add that access to service is also important to me (not that I'm hoping I need it). I live in Minnesota, without the benefit of a Ferrari, McLaren, Lamborghini, etc. dealer even remotely nearby.
  15. Glenn Quagmire

    Pikes Peak Pace Car

    I know the car in the video is a development prototype...and this has been discussed before...BUT, can we please have the final car without keyhole in the door? It looks ridiculous.
  16. Glenn Quagmire

    Ordering.

    I'm number one with my dealer and he is my cousin's husband, so I know he shooting straight when he says he hasn't heard anything. Gotta hand it to the guy's at Honda, for keeping a tight lid on details of this car. Although, it's also quite frustrating!
  17. Glenn Quagmire

    NSX 2.0 in SAE Automotive Engineering Magazine

    So with the ICE confirmed to be 3.5L, where does that likely put the total horsepower? I'd sure like to think it will exceed 600 bhp (particularly given the expected weight), in order to keep it in line with that which the car was benchmarked against. To be successful, the new NSX must deliver...
  18. Glenn Quagmire

    NSX 2.0 Body Kit

    I, for one, don't see the R8 in the NSX. Are there some subtle similarities? Sure, just like there are similarities to the 12C. Regardless whether one believes there to be certain influences from another car, what the hell difference does it really make?! If someone likes or doesn't like the...
  19. Glenn Quagmire

    McLaren 540 competition for the NSX

    I agree. Now, where do think the NSX realistically fits?
  20. Glenn Quagmire

    McLaren 540 competition for the NSX

    I tend to agree with you. Although, performance-wise, I think (hope) the NSX is actually between the 650 and P1. If this is the case, the NSX wins...especially given the availability of local service (at least for me) for the NSX vs. McLaren. I'm a McLaren fan, but without service here in MN...
  21. Glenn Quagmire

    Interview with Jonathon Norman

    Found this link today, hope it's not a dupe...
  22. Glenn Quagmire

    2nd Generation R8 vs NSX

    ^^^Well said^^^
  23. Glenn Quagmire

    2016 Acura NSX and more from Chicago Auto Show 2015

    If the badge is on the final version, that will be the first thing that gets removed on my car... Who knows whether this car is more current than the Detroit one? If this one isn't the most current version, does that mean the key hole on the Detroit car somehow made the final cut?
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