Perfection. When I restored my Arctic Blue '06 TSX 6MT Navi, I found out about the headlight and taillight differences for the refresh model. The only visible cue I could see was that the back-up lights are slightly tinted on the '06-'08. Those cars are indeed bulletproof! Shannon better be careful, the HOA is going to harass her about parking. I dig her SportCross, especially as seen with a TSX Sport Wagon driving past it.
Just bought an Alabastar Silver ‘06 Accord Euro six speed manual after years of wanting the car. I’m originally from the states and bought a then new ‘01 Accord LX five speed. Wanted the Accord Euro so badly when it debuted back then. Traded the Accord for ‘04 Si. Loved the TSX, but was digging the EP hatch. Last new Honda I bought before leaving the states was an ‘05 Odyssey EX-L. What a beast for a mini van. Surprised lots of sports cars. 😅 Fast forward sixteen years and finally have the Accord Euro I always wanted. I knew it would be this good! Feels like I’ve owned it all my life and it’s only been three days of ownership. 😂 Stay up!
@@bestguy656 Someone made an illegal left turn and side swiped me which cause me to go flying into someone yard. The car was totaled. Had it for three years
My boyfriend has the 2007 manual TSX. When I first met him, I was still learning about cars/Honda and he described the car as “the glorified Accord but it’s actually an Accord everywhere else in the world” lol. I agree that the TSX’s look has really aged well. He still has the car and I think it doesn’t look out of place at all in 2024. The leather seats, the middle panel in the panel, and the automated adjustable seats are so nice. I have a 2014 Si and all the seat adjusting is manual (I know, I know, “weight saving”) but it still surprises me given it’s a 2007. I like the overall look better than the TL because the TL has a “big butt” rear. I stumbled across your video on the (odd) Canadian history of the Civic Si and am now going to back to watch your other videos. I need to give you your flowers because I really appreciate the Canadian aspect of it! The humour (like the OC and the comments about manual vs. automatic) is so funny and the editing is good. I’m also learning so much about Acura/Honda and that’s a big plus. Thanks for the great videos
These needed to be rear wheel drive, along with the TL. They would’ve been perfect. Regardless, they’ve always held their own. Great cars, I’d pick one of these over the competition of their day any day.
Love my 2013 tech packages, 157k miles only issue I’ve ever had was the eps module which was a quick fix after a trip to the dealer and they covered it because of the warranty extension.
Still have my '04 Carbon Grey TSX m/t. Bought new in Dec '03. Been my 2nd car since new, so only has about 75k miles. It's been a great car, only real issue was the AC compressor grenading. Still fun to drive and handles pretty damn well for a fwd car.
Also to add the 07-08 are more sought after also 06 but not as much as the last 2 years. Due to hondata and tuning softwares being plug and play. Not needing to swap out ECUs, and re program the key/immobilzer . While 04-06 can get reflashed just not capable of anything further. Without doing the swap. Also the 06-08 head flows slightly better and has one of the best oem drop in cams for the kseries. Then other small things like the throttle body being slightly bigger.
The Acura TSX was sold along side the standard Accord here in Australia, but was instead called the Accord Euro as it was positioned as a more upmarket, sportier car. It was an instant hit with the Aussie public, becoming one of the best selling mid sized cars for the entire first generations lifespan. I recall seeing the updated models when they first came out back in early 2006 - I was in primary school and a school mates mother bought one new. It was a grey Sport model with a rear spoiler and I was instantly in love with the look. She promised to take me for a spin in it, to prove it was respectively quick compared to my parents then new Mazda 6 MPS (Mazdaspeed6), but never did... I always wanted a first gen Euro and had been eyeing a few in late 2017 to early 2018. I had the intention of purchasing one, but wanted the 6speed manual face-lifted Luxury model. Ended up buying a locally built Holden Calais instead, which I still own to this day. Despite the desire to own one, I never have gone to fulfil a purchase. I did however, in late 2021, drive an automatic model. While I was pleased to finally have been given the chance to get behind the wheel, I know for a fact the manual would have been a far better experience. These first generations, or seventh, are still common on Aussie roads, due to the higher number sold (second gen or eighth sold far less) and their sound reliability. They definitely have aged gracefully, as have both the fourth gen Liberty (Legacy) and first gen Mazda6. In fact the latter two cars are still very common on Aussie roads as all they too were successful, probably inadvertently being the last hurrah for the fable sedan and wagon body style. The following generations of all three sold far less, likely due in part to the start of the reign of the SUV but also because all three did not look as attractive, looking more bloated than sleek. Not sure when I will own an Accord Euro, but the desire still stands. Would love a clean red Accord Euro Luxury with the 6speed, a rear lip spoiler, lowered and 17" five spoke alloy rims fitted to the Sport model. Some day, but for now my Holden Calais and Subaru Liberty GTB fulfil my driving needs.
I still don't get why they didn't bring the TSX wagon up here to Canada. We loved wagons up here back then. I still love them haha, especially in a manual.
5:04 I see a mistake here the left picture(aka the facelift)would've been on the right, while the right picture (aka the pre-facelift)would've been on the left.
Awesome video. Instantly brings me back to my high school & college years driving both generations. I have a TLX now. But the best memories are with the TSX. Thanks for posting!
Bought the dark grey 2008 AT tsx with 108k miles for $8700 two years ago. Overpaid for the time and the messed up market but aside the draining battery issue, a couple tears on my seat, and some dents it’s worth it. Only did some maintenance here and there nothing major other than a starter. Although overtime the vtec doesn’t make the clean baby roar it used to make. It did when I changed the oil but I wanna hear it consistently like I did back then. Oh well great car
Just bought a 2006 TSX about 2 weeks ago. It has the 5 speed AT, while I would've loved to have the 6 speed MT, I can't drive a manual. But the AT does have sequential shifting, so I can at least get the engine revved high enough to activate VTEC, which is always fun.
I have a 12 TSX wagon and love the car. Biggest issue I have is LACK OF POWER DUE TO ADDED WEIGHT. Horrible MPG even when using 93 octane. And the annoying water leak on driver side A-Pillar. The thing I love it’s comfy and a very good road trip car.
Just wanted to say that I love your videos! My grandma had the original MDX, and I remember being blown away by the second gen when I was about 5 haha. Love the Canadian talk too, as an Albertan. Acura's always been on my radar, but I'm driving a 2010 Corolla XRS right now (considering importing an SC430 after I'm done Uni). Subscribed!
@1:05 - This is definitely a picture of an Australian spec Honda Accord Euro, noted by the New South Wales (NSW) Euro registration plates. @1:10 - This would simply been known as a Honda Accord here. Australia and New Zealand were one of only a few markets that received both Accords. The 1st and 2nd generations of the Acura TSX were sold here as the Honda Accord Euro. No Accord Euro wagons were made available for the Australian market. @7:27 - This is an Australian spec 2nd generation Honda Accord Euro, as noted by the 'Accord Euro' plate on the front.
Oh... the maker of this video clearly doesn't understand the appeal of the DVD-Audio system. The was a system that allowed for playing of true (not simulated) 5.1 surround sound audio. Obviously, it required music that was recoded in 5.1 surround sound or re-mastered for 5.1 surround. When done well it sounds truly magical. Unfortunately the DVD-Audio format was not succesful and was eventually abandoned in favor of Super Audio Compact Disk (SACD) and 5.1 surround lives on to this day as a niche product in that format. I've got a handful of DVD-Audio titles that I play in my TSX every now and then, the jewel of the collection being Seal's first album, which I purchased used on eBay the only time I've ever seen it come up, for $100.00. And I would do it again in a second, it sounds so good!
I would love to have an 08 tsx with the 6 speed. I do however love my 2012 tsx wagon. I do think it shouldve come with a j35..or atleast a manual with the k24z3
My 2007 TSX has 160k and no noticeable oil consumption. Other than the clear coat failing this car has no issues. I'm driving this car to the ground. lol
The Accord north america, latin america, China, middle east, & Australia got was sold as the Inspire in Japan which means the more natural successor to the 2nd gen TL (also called Inspire in Japan) in North America would've been the Accord it got whilst the 1st gen TSX should've been the Accord & the 2004 TL should've just been called the TSX 😵💫
If anyone wants to sell their tsx for 2,000 let me know. I’m looking for my first car so I can visit my friends in college. I’m only 15 right now, and I turn 16 in November. So let me know if
Perfection. When I restored my Arctic Blue '06 TSX 6MT Navi, I found out about the headlight and taillight differences for the refresh model. The only visible cue I could see was that the back-up lights are slightly tinted on the '06-'08. Those cars are indeed bulletproof! Shannon better be careful, the HOA is going to harass her about parking. I dig her SportCross, especially as seen with a TSX Sport Wagon driving past it.
Oh I can see the reverse light tint now that you mention it. Acura calls that a "taillight redesign" in their press release 🤣
First gen tsx is so beautiful
I loved my '09 TSX... Owned that car for 14 years and it never gave me any problems.
"loved?" you sold it? que lastima!
Just bought an Alabastar Silver ‘06 Accord Euro six speed manual after years of wanting the car. I’m originally from the states and bought a then new ‘01 Accord LX five speed. Wanted the Accord Euro so badly when it debuted back then. Traded the Accord for ‘04 Si. Loved the TSX, but was digging the EP hatch. Last new Honda I bought before leaving the states was an ‘05 Odyssey EX-L. What a beast for a mini van. Surprised lots of sports cars. 😅
Fast forward sixteen years and finally have the Accord Euro I always wanted. I knew it would be this good! Feels like I’ve owned it all my life and it’s only been three days of ownership. 😂 Stay up!
My 04 TSX 6 speed now has 325000km and had never failed me.
Love my Tsx’s have 3 of them currently all 6 speed ebony interior! 🙌🏼
First one was arctic blue 6 speed ebony interior with Navi
My dad had an 04 non-navigation automatic. This video is true nostalgia.
I had a 2012 tsx special edition in white. I absolutely loved that car. Drove really well and zero problems . Miss that car
What happened to it?
@@bestguy656 Someone made an illegal left turn and side swiped me which cause me to go flying into someone yard. The car was totaled. Had it for three years
@@karlitop7497 damn that sucks, I currently have mine for a year and it's been good so far.
@@bestguy656 Nice !! It’s a really good car. I’ve seen some for sale with one owner and really low miles. I may indulge and get another one
My mother drives a 2010 TSX. All she ever does is change the oil every year, except when those maintenance codes pop up (every three years or so).
My boyfriend has the 2007 manual TSX. When I first met him, I was still learning about cars/Honda and he described the car as “the glorified Accord but it’s actually an Accord everywhere else in the world” lol.
I agree that the TSX’s look has really aged well. He still has the car and I think it doesn’t look out of place at all in 2024. The leather seats, the middle panel in the panel, and the automated adjustable seats are so nice. I have a 2014 Si and all the seat adjusting is manual (I know, I know, “weight saving”) but it still surprises me given it’s a 2007. I like the overall look better than the TL because the TL has a “big butt” rear.
I stumbled across your video on the (odd) Canadian history of the Civic Si and am now going to back to watch your other videos. I need to give you your flowers because I really appreciate the Canadian aspect of it! The humour (like the OC and the comments about manual vs. automatic) is so funny and the editing is good. I’m also learning so much about Acura/Honda and that’s a big plus. Thanks for the great videos
These needed to be rear wheel drive, along with the TL. They would’ve been perfect. Regardless, they’ve always held their own. Great cars, I’d pick one of these over the competition of their day any day.
I have my 07 Tsx and these cars are very reliable as long as they are properly maintained
Would kill to get a clean TSX Wagon for a daily
Yeah they're super cool!
Same
I have one and I absolutely love my 2013 TSX Sportwagon.
@@sachemrockI see more s2k than sport wagons
I have a 2012 with 99k on it. I think the only complaint I have with it is that I feel it should've come with the j35. Other than that I love it
Love my 2013 tech packages, 157k miles only issue I’ve ever had was the eps module which was a quick fix after a trip to the dealer and they covered it because of the warranty extension.
Still have my '04 Carbon Grey TSX m/t. Bought new in Dec '03. Been my 2nd car since new, so only has about 75k miles. It's been a great car, only real issue was the AC compressor grenading. Still fun to drive and handles pretty damn well for a fwd car.
do the RDX next!
Also, i love this video. This might just be the only video on youtube that goes this in-depth on the tsx and its history and details.
I drove both a 2008 & 2010 models. Loved the 2010 more with V6 and modern infotainment at the time. Really great cars.
Also to add the 07-08 are more sought after also 06 but not as much as the last 2 years.
Due to hondata and tuning softwares being plug and play.
Not needing to swap out ECUs, and re program the key/immobilzer .
While 04-06 can get reflashed just not capable of anything further. Without doing the swap.
Also the 06-08 head flows slightly better and has one of the best oem drop in cams for the kseries.
Then other small things like the throttle body being slightly bigger.
The Acura TSX was sold along side the standard Accord here in Australia, but was instead called the Accord Euro as it was positioned as a more upmarket, sportier car. It was an instant hit with the Aussie public, becoming one of the best selling mid sized cars for the entire first generations lifespan. I recall seeing the updated models when they first came out back in early 2006 - I was in primary school and a school mates mother bought one new. It was a grey Sport model with a rear spoiler and I was instantly in love with the look. She promised to take me for a spin in it, to prove it was respectively quick compared to my parents then new Mazda 6 MPS (Mazdaspeed6), but never did...
I always wanted a first gen Euro and had been eyeing a few in late 2017 to early 2018. I had the intention of purchasing one, but wanted the 6speed manual face-lifted Luxury model. Ended up buying a locally built Holden Calais instead, which I still own to this day. Despite the desire to own one, I never have gone to fulfil a purchase. I did however, in late 2021, drive an automatic model. While I was pleased to finally have been given the chance to get behind the wheel, I know for a fact the manual would have been a far better experience.
These first generations, or seventh, are still common on Aussie roads, due to the higher number sold (second gen or eighth sold far less) and their sound reliability. They definitely have aged gracefully, as have both the fourth gen Liberty (Legacy) and first gen Mazda6. In fact the latter two cars are still very common on Aussie roads as all they too were successful, probably inadvertently being the last hurrah for the fable sedan and wagon body style. The following generations of all three sold far less, likely due in part to the start of the reign of the SUV but also because all three did not look as attractive, looking more bloated than sleek.
Not sure when I will own an Accord Euro, but the desire still stands. Would love a clean red Accord Euro Luxury with the 6speed, a rear lip spoiler, lowered and 17" five spoke alloy rims fitted to the Sport model. Some day, but for now my Holden Calais and Subaru Liberty GTB fulfil my driving needs.
Interesting! I didnt know you guys got both Accord versions down there
I still don't get why they didn't bring the TSX wagon up here to Canada. We loved wagons up here back then. I still love them haha, especially in a manual.
AWESOME VIDEO!!!!! love the jokes and everything,wow why aren't you more famous!??!!
Thank you! The algorithm plays a little hard to get sometimes but I'm working on it 😂
I’ve always wanted a TSX. But now I want a TSX Sport wagon with the first Gen front end and 2nd Gen rear end, K24, and a manual. Oh and in Canada too.
5:04 I see a mistake here the left picture(aka the facelift)would've been on the right, while the right picture (aka the pre-facelift)would've been on the left.
Awesome video. Instantly brings me back to my high school & college years driving both generations.
I have a TLX now. But the best memories are with the TSX. Thanks for posting!
Your evolution videos are SO good - please do one for the CR-V!
Thank you! Thats a good idea!
Bought the dark grey 2008 AT tsx with 108k miles for $8700 two years ago.
Overpaid for the time and the messed up market but aside the draining battery issue, a couple tears on my seat, and some dents it’s worth it. Only did some maintenance here and there nothing major other than a starter.
Although overtime the vtec doesn’t make the clean baby roar it used to make. It did when I changed the oil but I wanna hear it consistently like I did back then. Oh well great car
Just bought a 2006 TSX about 2 weeks ago. It has the 5 speed AT, while I would've loved to have the 6 speed MT, I can't drive a manual. But the AT does have sequential shifting, so I can at least get the engine revved high enough to activate VTEC, which is always fun.
The TLX was the replacement for the TSX. The ILX was the replacement for the CSX.
Thats true for Canada but the US didn't get the CSX
Love my TSX! Had a silver 2004 now I have a black 2008 with Aspec package.
I have a 12 TSX wagon and love the car. Biggest issue I have is LACK OF POWER DUE TO ADDED WEIGHT. Horrible MPG even when using 93 octane. And the annoying water leak on driver side A-Pillar. The thing I love it’s comfy and a very good road trip car.
I have a 2011 TSX for my daily and DoorDash car. Love it gonna drive till I can’t no more. I have a 2023 TLX as my principal car work hard to get it.
Just wanted to say that I love your videos! My grandma had the original MDX, and I remember being blown away by the second gen when I was about 5 haha. Love the Canadian talk too, as an Albertan. Acura's always been on my radar, but I'm driving a 2010 Corolla XRS right now (considering importing an SC430 after I'm done Uni). Subscribed!
My mom had an '06 and has a '12 now and it's great. Learning to drive in the TSX is nice and it's my current favourite car I've driven yet!
@1:05 - This is definitely a picture of an Australian spec Honda Accord Euro, noted by the New South Wales (NSW) Euro registration plates. @1:10 - This would simply been known as a Honda Accord here. Australia and New Zealand were one of only a few markets that received both Accords. The 1st and 2nd generations of the Acura TSX were sold here as the Honda Accord Euro. No Accord Euro wagons were made available for the Australian market.
@7:27 - This is an Australian spec 2nd generation Honda Accord Euro, as noted by the 'Accord Euro' plate on the front.
Honestly 1st gen is really handsome
I’ve got a 05 black TSX. Absolutely love the car
Oh... the maker of this video clearly doesn't understand the appeal of the DVD-Audio system. The was a system that allowed for playing of true (not simulated) 5.1 surround sound audio. Obviously, it required music that was recoded in 5.1 surround sound or re-mastered for 5.1 surround. When done well it sounds truly magical. Unfortunately the DVD-Audio format was not succesful and was eventually abandoned in favor of Super Audio Compact Disk (SACD) and 5.1 surround lives on to this day as a niche product in that format. I've got a handful of DVD-Audio titles that I play in my TSX every now and then, the jewel of the collection being Seal's first album, which I purchased used on eBay the only time I've ever seen it come up, for $100.00. And I would do it again in a second, it sounds so good!
I’m so sad I lost my 09 tsx to a hit and run 🤦🏾, she was beautiful now I’m riding around in a 2017 accord remenicing about her greatness 😔
Sorry for your loss...taken off the road far too soon 🫡
First car was a 04 tsx still one of the best handling and fun to drive car I’ve owned. Def a lot more fun then my Lexus. Miss that car till this day.
An interesting alternative timeline would be what if the TLX was badged as an Accord and the Accord (7th and 8th gen) was badged as a TLX
Great job fellow Canadian here. Hated the can opener beak look.
The first generation TSX to this day still catches my eye - a very tidy little sedan.
Keep up the great work!!
You forgot to mention the reverse mirror-tilt feature on the 2nd gen TSX
my dad had one when i was a kid n i was totally obsessed with it. wish he didn’t trade it in so i could have it
2 words 1 band : LINKIN PARK
I would love to have an 08 tsx with the 6 speed. I do however love my 2012 tsx wagon. I do think it shouldve come with a j35..or atleast a manual with the k24z3
The last Acura I had was an ‘07 TSX that lost a wheel and crashed on the turnpike. 🥺😣
My 2007 TSX has 160k and no noticeable oil consumption. Other than the clear coat failing this car has no issues. I'm driving this car to the ground. lol
Agreed.
The sport wagon is so sexy just wish it got the bigger engine
Please do a video on the Honda Fit
The Accord north america, latin america, China, middle east, & Australia got was sold as the Inspire in Japan which means the more natural successor to the 2nd gen TL (also called Inspire in Japan) in North America would've been the Accord it got whilst the 1st gen TSX should've been the Accord & the 2004 TL should've just been called the TSX 😵💫
How is this 21 years old when I am 22 😂, my mom had a Milano red a 07 TSX; which she traded her rsx type-s for
2006 TSX 6-Speed owner here, I bought it back in 2008 before these Gen-Zers named their cars!
I had a CU2. Loved that car, hated how slow it was
Great car
I still remember Drake bragging about owning this car in a behind the scenes of Degrassi The Next Generation.
What is it with K series engines and oil burning, every one I have seen burns like crazy.
the tsx has a very similar looking steering wheel to the 2007-2013 lexus is
i cannot source bodykits for this thing 😢
Shannon and Uncle Jack just need to get married at this point.
Saturn look
If anyone wants to sell their tsx for 2,000 let me know. I’m looking for my first car so I can visit my friends in college. I’m only 15 right now, and I turn 16 in November. So let me know if
Lehner Parks
I never understood the Acura tsx
The Truth? It's a Honda Accord rebadged from Europe
Sport sedan ? 😂