Sounds like we'll get something in the mail from Acura in November, and can schedule the repair at that point.
The dealer I talked to this morning said they're no longer able to sell any ITS (probably regular integra's too) until they are fixed.
Ha I've added subs to 2 of my Civic's, and my last Si's oem sub was weak as hell. This is the first oem stereo I've had in a car that I am not wanting for anything.. in fact I've considered turning the bass down on some songs. Can't imagine needing more and I'm somewhat of a basshead 🤣
The only thing annoying in the Savagegeese comparison video to the CTR is his very wrong take on the sound systems lol. People don't want neutral sound they want some freakin' bass.
The ITS stereo blows the CTR out of the water.
This car and driver podcast was a fun listen. I wonder if the...
Extra speakers, better exhaust, more compliant suspension, HUD, heated seats, more sound deadening, LED taillights, capless fuel tank, parking sensors, rain sensing wipers, lighter wheels, I'm sure I'm forgetting more.. I think the price is honestly fair.
At the end of the day people really...
The 'more special' trope is so tiresome to me. Go to Motoring Obsession and there are 789 CTRs on site right now. Compare the ITS and there are only 342. Red interior = more problematic for me (we bring our dog with us all the time). Giant wing is definitely cool in your 20s but I'm nearing 40...
Can someone link to that thread on the Civic XI channel where they are all hating on the ITS? I find this shit fascinating/strange as hell. I definitely understand the psychology of wanting to feel like you made the better choice, but still.. I've been seeing them do the same thing on the Civic...
My first car was a 95 Civic CX (hatchback). That car was slow as hell and I had it for 10 years. Followed by a 2005 Mini Cooper S, a few years where I didn't own a car at all, then a 2004 Civic Si, and finally a 2020 Civic Si.
The last 3 cars were abused by previous owners and had issues I...
I switch to individual mode immediately on start up and keep the engine in sport+.
I really only use comfort on the highway since there is less drone, but then I switch back into sport+ anytime I'm about to accelerate to pass someone.
Lol yes, to YOU. I was literally referring my girlfriend's opinion who is not into the boy racer look (I'm 37, she is 36). She wanted a more adult looking car and I liked the styling of both the ITS and the CTR, but the other options ultimately swayed my decision.
Haha somewhat similar reasoning for me.. I was waffling on the CTR v ITS most of last year but ultimately knew my girlfriend much preferred the looks (no giant wing) and interior (red carpet is not practical) of the ITS, and also neither of us wanted to lose heated seats.
The better sound...
I find it intriguing the Audi S3 is 2nd, and the RS3 is 6th. The RS3 seems like such a good car on paper.. I personally just never considered one because I specifically wanted a manual.
The Blue ITS is truly dreamy AF. I was also set on this color from the get-go (but with the ebony interior, white is just not compatible with my dog lol).
I bought from Acura of Austin North in November and they had a required package with all-season mats/trunk tray/wheel locks/paint...
Expand your search and be willing to fly out - drive it back. I did that during the pandemic and it was a fun road trip in a new (to me) car! This is a good resource to keep track of where the ITS are currently available:
https://www.motoringobsession.com/stock/integra-type-s
Only one problem...
Your numbers are definitely way off. There are over 1800 Type R's on site/in transit right now:
https://www.motoringobsession.com/stock/civic-type-r
In comparison there are only around 300 Type S's on site/in transit currently.
I just bought from Acura of North Austin in November with an $1800 required package (tint, wheel locks, floor mats and trunk tray, paint protection). The South Austin (Sterling) Acura location was trying to do a $3500 markup on top of a $2500 package.
Ah so they are the clips (8). They are just floating.. I requested this accessory it wasn't something they included with the car actually. But how they are kinda loose and floating just doesn't seem right. I'll have to bring it back at some point and see what's up.