Acura TL, 2004

 

 

 

Acura TL, 2004

Acura TL with ASPEC Performance Package, 2004

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

Elfin Streamliner MS8, 2004

Elfin Streamliner MS8, 2004

 

The Elfin MS8 models have been designed by Elfin Sports Cars and styled by the Holden Design team. This collaboration between two Australian manufacturing icons has been an enthusiastic exercise, by car enthusiasts, for car enthusiasts.

The Elfin MS8 sports cars are successors to the Elfin MS7, the Chevrolet V8 powered Elfin which won the 1975 and 1976 Australian Tourist Trophy Sports Car Championships.

On July 5, 2006 Elfin announced that the MS8 Streamliner will be going into production. Problems had surfaced with emissions and noise regulations which caused problems with the development cycle, but the car will have the same Holden-derrived parts as the concept did. Sales should begin at the end of 2006, and production will be limited to just 100 units. Pricing has been set at about $119,500 Australian Dollars, or about $88,500 American Dollars.

Drivetrain
    * 5.7 litre alloy V8
    * From 245 kW
    * 6 speed gearbox
    * Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Safety
    * Traction control
    * ABS braking system
    * Cruise control

Suspension
    * Fully independent rear suspension with top and bottom wishbones plus toe link adjustment
    * Front suspension with top and bottom chrome moly, unequal, aerofoil wishbones
    * Fully adjustable race spec rose joints throughout
    * Elfin alloy uprights (front and rear), fully adjustable for camber, caster & toe
    * Coil over Koni shock absorbers, adjustable for bump, rebound and ride height

Brakes
    * Slotted & ventilated 4 wheel disc brakes Front: 32 x 343mm discs
    * Elfin alloy billet machined 6 pot calipers Rear: 18 x 315mm discs with handbrake
    * Elfin alloy billet machined 4 pot calipers

Wheels/Tyres
    * Alloy 18" wheels
    * 235 x 40 tyres

Dimensions
    * Length 3500mm
    * Front Track 1460mm
    * Width 1710mm
    * Rear Track 1430mm
    * Wheelbase 2290mm
    * Kerb Weight 1050kg

Elfin Clubman MS8, 2004

Elfin Clubman MS8, 2004

 

 

The Elfin MS8 models have been designed by Elfin Sports Cars and styled by the Holden Design team. This collaboration between two Australian manufacturing icons has been an enthusiastic exercise, by car enthusiasts, for car enthusiasts.

The Elfin MS8 sports cars are successors to the Elfin MS7, the Chevrolet V8 powered Elfin which won the 1975 and 1976 Australian Tourist Trophy Sports Car Championships.

Drivetrain
    * 5.7 litre alloy V8
    * From 245 kW
    * 6 speed gearbox
    * Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Safety
    * Traction control
    * ABS braking system
    * Cruise control

Suspension
    * Fully independent rear suspension with top and bottom wishbones plus toe link adjustment
    * Front suspension with top and bottom chrome moly, unequal, aerofoil wishbones
    * Fully adjustable race spec rose joints throughout
    * Elfin alloy uprights (front and rear), fully adjustable for camber, caster & toe
    * Coil over Koni shock absorbers, adjustable for bump, rebound and ride height

Brakes
    * Slotted & ventilated 4 wheel disc brakes Front: 32 x 343mm discs
    * Elfin alloy billet machined 6 pot calipers Rear: 18 x 315mm discs with handbrake
    * Elfin alloy billet machined 4 pot calipers

Wheels/Tyres
    * Alloy 18" wheels
    * 235 x 40 tyres

Dimensions
    * Length 3200mm
    * Front Track 1460mm
    * Width 1700mm
    * Rear Track 1430mm
    * Wheelbase 2290mm
    * Kerb Weight 925kg