Restoring our 2007 Acura TL Type-S in 30 Minutes

[@hollaz2]

The best looking car ever made in my most humble opinion

[@hollaz2]

@David Gotelli For sure, truly ahead of its time. I knew the moment I first saw it, that it would look modern almost decades later.

[@xTruthxWithinx]

Both the 07 TL-S and TSX are the best looking 4 door Acuras to ever be built.

[@GuerreroDelInfo]

better looking than the newer acuras for sure. this one's just missing the door mouldings.

[@hollaz2]

@@GuerreroDelInfo You mean the body side mouldings? Good thing they're missing because the car looks so much cleaner w/o them

[@lrod312]

Timeless design

[@loneric550]

This is the end result when you have a group of tech guys each of them helping out with the restoration good things happen. Great job guys this car looks PERFECT!!

[@ahcgarage]

We love what we do. Love the end result!!

[@Daniel-z2j2v]

True. I will never get mine restored like this

[@nyczumazooma]

Soòòoooo sick and perfect, simultaneously lol 👍🏼

[@gibememoni]

wow manual TL-S is super rare

[@stevenreyes9560]

one of the best cars acura has ever made! it was great watching you guys restore this car. I'm overwhelmed with nostalgia.

[@turkishexpress]

Man, really like the Type S for that model. Looks clean.

[@ahcgarage]

You and me both!

[@theBoxtosser]

I love this car. Timeless design

[@ahcgarage]

Agreed!!

[@PreludeDude]

That was wonderful to watch, thank you for uploading this!! I'm also a lifelong Honda head and have done a lot of the same kind of work you all did in these montages, to my 1994 Prelude Si-VTEC, and I also have a 2012 Acura RL which I purchased as a 7.5/10 and made it a 9/10 with lots of new OEM parts and BC racing coilovers. The Prelude is a built block F20B, garrett turbo, show/race build... Oh did I mention Honda put me through school at the Honda P.A.C.T. training/college program. They've been an honorable company and they make some great machines! Keep up the great work AHC dudes.

[@jamellloydhampton7907]

I love it and I love the TypeS. Looks like a brand new car just coming out of the showroom great job guys

[@ahcgarage]

Glad you like it!

[@dukert27]

I got a 2006 Acura TL I’m fixing to start restoring. Can’t wait! Nice video!

[@laulueher6647]

This thing is super super super clean!!!! Parts and the car are super rare to spot!! Excellent build and job well done!

[@ahcgarage]

Thanks very much!!

[@AutoRevLife]

That front end is sharp! Everything on this car is clean and I love it!

[@Steeda04SVT]

This was my favorite series to watch on the channel.

[@ahcgarage]

Thank you!!

[@Bill_XYZ]

It was this car that brought me to the channel. Restoration came out amazing. Beautiful car. Looking forward to my pin that I just ordered. Thanks!

[@ahcgarage]

Always appreciate you

[@jayhockley8841]

Excellent Video of Skilled Professionals restoring that TL . I love my Black 2005 TL with the 6 speed manual , Factory limited Slip and Front Brembo brakes .

[@ufosingh7077]

Incredible work AHC! That looks like a 30-40k restoration

[@ahcgarage]

It was a bit of coins. Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHrdk5imZdOIhNE

[@nyczumazooma]

OMG! This is Honda PORNO! Serious, that car is insane! The technicians are insane! The parts are insane! The color is insane! I'm going insane!!!!! Lol 34 years driving only Hondas here in the USA. 34 years ago, they laughed at me for driving Honda hahahaha. Never been stranded! Now I laugh at them. This Honda is sooooooo gorgeous 😍 Thanks for this; this video restored my faith in humanity 🙏

[@champanedout]

Brian! Love the car, i remember waiting for new episodes every Saturday on this series.. some of the episodes were extremely helpful when it came to do some maintenance work on my KPB 07 TL-S ❤

[@ahcgarage]

Awesome to hear, thanks for the support!!

[@champanedout]

@@ahcgarage ty for the awesome content, also purchased that limited TL pin!

[@ininjau]

KBP was the best color for the Type S. lucky you!

[@poppad1187]

It’s 2024 and I am coming back not for the bargain, I am just not liking the models being released by Honda/ Acura lately with their small Tturbo’s. I love these cars , beautifully styled cars that have Solid V6 engines that give you plenty to work with. They just aren’t doing things like this anymore. I just spotted one of these in my area in really good shape for sale and even though I just returned to a 2015 Accord 6-6 Coupe , this car which definitely not the easiest to find in good shape is a beauty. Looking forward to watching this video !

[@ahcgarage]

Thanks for tuning in!!

[@poppad1187]

@@ahcgarageBeautiful work on a Acura gem for sure.

[@strikemaster200]

My dad had the exact one same color same year it was an automatic though.But it got wrecked and then we got a better one! Hey 2010 Acura TLSH all-wheel-drive 3.7 VTEC with 305 ish instead of 180 ish I think

[@tech-mike321]

Awesome build series of the Acura TL Type S! Perfect timing to watch this playlist today and take notes for the repairs I'm doing on my friend's TL Type S 😊 Been taking care of the oil leaks replacing worn gaskets...next up is resealing engine oil pan. As a fellow auto tech, keep up the good work and content guys 👍

[@alchemisteddie1214]

I got myself an 07 TL Type-S Jesus man it’s beautiful compared to the regular TL I got an 05 TL too the Type-s without an exhaust still sounds so nice on a cold start

[@tonygarcia1124]

my wife and I had a 2004 and after 150ooo miles we got another car and what a regret. Now that I see what you have done to that car, I regret not keep it and rebuilt the car again. enjoy.

[@H2VPROEternal]

never too late to get a used one mine is 210k miles and still running strong

[@JohnnyBlaze710]

Would've really loved to hear what the techs were saying when they were going through the different parts they took off!

[@ahcgarage]

Watch the series, the link is in the description

[@GS-sm3jo]

Good afternoon AHC Garage and all subscribers. Wonderful walk down memory lane with this awesome classic! Love the 07 TL Type-S! 🇺🇸👍🏻

[@ahcgarage]

We are sure you were one of them putting these amazing cars together in the factory

[@GS-sm3jo]

@@ahcgarage I worked in the Marysville plant (MAP) for the entire run of this generation. A true honor......good times!!

[@juice992]

Such a great car, the perfect daily!

[@ahcgarage]

Couldn't agree more!

[@DavidDavisDH]

Nice restoration video, so much work was put into this car.

[@akashicskies3732]

Love this rebuild. Its inspiring me to work on my 04 6mt. I had to grab the product names for the headlight clear coat spray and the trim spray haha.

[@crux0613]

One of my favorite series ever.

[@ahcgarage]

Cheers!!

[@MattyBottles1]

This gen TL and TSX when taken care of still look as good anything on the road in 2022. Honda/Acura out did themselves with this design.

[@MattyBottles1]

Made this comment before I finished the video. It seriously is a timeless design.

[@ahcgarage]

Couldn't agree more!!

[@Yoomaro]

Facts! It STILL look modern

[@katieswanson1329]

I have a 2005 Acura TL and mine has the EXACT same cracks on the dash! Interesting!!

[@bigmountain7561]

Hey Guys, I live in Sarasota and I always use Stratos on my car including the windshield. It’s made by Llumar and will keep the dash and interior show room. It comes in clear for the windshield so all the junk that the Sun emits doesn’t kill your dash. Also Michelin Michelin Michelin is the best tire out there for Florida. They stay planted on the road and if you want to have a little fun notice I said Little they will keep you and your family safe. Great Videos Thank You 🙏

[@bujin5455]

Man you guys really went the distance on that!

[@ahcgarage]

Yes, we went above and beyond. Hope you like it

[@lexist2112]

Nothing but love for this channel and paint society. Perfect paring and collaboration.😊

[@ahcgarage]

Thank you so much 😀

[@KorbinX]

Another dream car of mine. Beautiful car, appreciate the videos.

[@ahcgarage]

Thank you!!

[@ant26101]

I have a 2014 RDX AWD w/ Tech Package in the Graphite Luster Metallic with only 138k miles. I would love to have the time and money to make mine look as good as this TL does. such a beautiful car, and that silver just pops. I need my headlights cleaned, I have dings from car doors to a golf ball to I can only assume was a huge rock on my hood above the grill, and it needs a full paint correction. when it comes to how much you love a platform there is never too much love that can go into it

[@nathanhashman5895]

Have a 2008 silver Type S auto. Best car I have ever owned. Like the fact your project car mostly stock!

[@cooldaddyslick6869]

That's an interesting spot for the oil filter.

[@jhenriquez23]

Car came out great! How much did you guys spend for the complete restoration/rebuild??

[@lulgjurajx97]

10/10 WORK, WELL DONE! Amazing looking

[@ahcgarage]

Thanks a ton!

[@Youainthim86]

Absolutely love your channel and love the projects you all do. Thank you for this video! I hope y’all continue to grow and your channel gets HUGE! Love the content!

[@saqu3197]

Gawddd that car is beautiful, I wish mine looked this brand new😭

[@ahcgarage]

It's pricey but worth it

[@StingrayOfficial]

I convinced my boss at the time to buy a brand new 2004 6 speed TL. First time driving something with decent power and front wheel drive, was a riot.

[@ahcgarage]

That's a great recommendation!!

[@jrus1]

Whoa! Finally. Looking forward to see the RSX build. 😀

[@oldirtydave22]

That dash cracking like that should be a recall! My buddy Spence had a clean manual type s in white and the same thing happened to his dash! Its a shame they did that to people who spent so much on a car like that!

[@J-ZIM]

Looks so good. Good job. Wish you could restore my TL!

[@Proto1215]

Nice! Very thorough. Looking brand new again.

[@ahcgarage]

We love it!!

[@benzo8879]

Just bought one exactly like this🔥

[@AcuraChannel]

I believe the Type S 3rd gen was the first Sport sedan with Carbon Honeycomb mesh wheels...cool video..

[@ahcgarage]

Thanks for tuning in!!

[@motaz1975]

amsome video! i had an 07 alabaster silver type-s brand new. loved the car. my only piece of advice is i would have put some sort of clear protection on the interior metal trim on each side of the center console. it takes a beating as you can tell from the ones you removed.

[@ahcgarage]

Thanks for the tips!

[@mathieucossette9019]

This is a piece of art!

[@ahcgarage]

Right on!!

[@brinstvr_5465]

Please do a 05 Acura RL! Such a unique vehicle ❗️

[@ahcgarage]

That's a great car. We definitely will look into that

[@marvingrinage5423]

"Awesome job on this car fellas!"

[@ZoeAndretti]

I think the time has come for 4th gen TL content 🙏🏾🔥

[@ahcgarage]

Soon!!

[@rayray8389]

This was do dope to watch 💯🔥 good job fellas 👏

[@ahcgarage]

Thanks a lot

[@brianchin9790]

Is there anything in particular slowing down the red em1 build? Like discontinued parts hard to find or just busy doing other projects? Love all the content, just excited to see the em1 build.

[@ahcgarage]

Thanks for asking and following up. Parts availability is one of the reason but just mainly time. We have quite a few projects going on at the same time. As you know, they all take time to put together. Regardless, we will be back on it very very soon. That's a promise.

[@prakongkunthako4966]

From Thsiland I subscribe your channel. I really like your video clip. very knowledgeable May you continue to use clips like this forever and be successful.

[@ahcgarage]

Thank you so much!!

[@mauriceterry2480]

This was awesome!! Great work guys

[@Striball]

Just sold my 05 TL 6MT and I'm pretty sad about it :( Lovely car for 4 years but needed something new before it has its issues

[@kevinftw16]

Dam how many miles did it have on it?

[@Striball]

@@kevinftw16 I was the second owner at 75k miles. Sold with 107k.

[@kevinftw16]

@@Striball I see. My 6 speed manual has 230k on it still runs and drives like the day it was bought.. I'm sure you got some good money for selling it with that low of mileage. Unless I'm replacing mine with another J series V6 6 speed manual I'm not selling mine

[@Striball]

@@kevinftw16 Mine had some front end suspension knocking even after replacing control arms, ball joints, engine mounts, and struts, so it would just drive me crazy every time I drove it. Made the noise strictly in parking lots. Otherwise it was a fantastic car and got great MPGs considering its size and age!

[@GuerreroDelInfo]

@@Striball mine also has bad mounts and the typical cracked windshield too. I think the mid 2000s is when a lot of the quality went downhill in some Hondas

[@VTEC_support]

Them 1st gens CAME WIT A 5 CYLINDER. then the 2nd gen is so gorgeous in many ways

[@quietcorner5716]

What a nice car, great work guys!! I hope this car goes to a great home.

[@ahcgarage]

She is staying with us

[@quietcorner5716]

@@ahcgarage Awesome!

[@checivic]

Should have filmed some rolling shots. Would love to see this thing out on the road.

[@user-oq8hw8lo1k]

Restoration perfection.

[@jokerclown6960]

Such a beautiful TL and amazing restoration. Is there a link where I can buy genuine honda/acura parts?? I really wish you guys can restore my 2001 Acura Integra LS. 😔

[@Woof1022]

What kind of wash station is pictured at 4:15? looks very handy

[@CringeOMusic]

it's a parts washer pretty sure this one is called crc smartwasher

[@alucarus6]

I don't know if you're able to say, but pretty interested to know the total cost and labor? Great job.

[@williamnguyen2392]

So much love and time went into this project, I wonder how much they would charge for this entire project for someone else’s car

[@notmerricks]

Do you guys recommend any shops that uphold the quality of work you guys do in Southern California?

[@michaelgrefteter8712]

What a beautiful and amazing job you guys did the is perfect

[@ahcgarage]

Thank you!!

[@SimplyUndefinable]

So much love done. What a Barrick thing to witness. Sucks the pins are sold out

[@ronaldmendez645]

Nice car! Congratulations 🎊🍾

[@ahcgarage]

Thanks!!

[@ronaldmendez645]

@@ahcgarage Honest it is a nice car! I wish I could have a commuter car maybe not to nice like the one you have but something that it won’t brake down every time I put the keys on the switch 🛠😅! Congratulations you deserve that and more 👌🏼🫡👍🏼

[@kevinftw16]

Amazing attention to detail! That car just had a very expensive day at the spa 🤣 I love my 2004 Acura TL 6 speed manual 231k miles absolutely no problems. Installing type s tail lights tomorrow on mine. How many miles are on this type s? I would not hesitate to pay 20-30k for this car depending on the mileage. Ordered a pin I'll probably hold onto it for the rest of my life.. when it comes time I'm not sure if I want a type s 6 speed manual or a 2013+ accord coupe 6-6

[@ahcgarage]

Glad you have a TL and picked up a pin as well. They are already sold out. Might worth something in the future, just like these amazing machine :-)

[@cedriccope178]

Ugh that tl is stupid clean!! I wouldn't want to drive it I'd be too paranoid

[@ahcgarage]

We don't drive it much, to your point

[@rCBishop]

Definitely Time less car 🚘 ❤🔥

[@daking8374]

My aunt has one in pearl white with only 65,000 miles on it. Damn near perfect condition. Needless to say she won’t sell it to me….yet lol. I offered $12,000 but she won’t budge smh

[@ramonbriones4487]

Well make her a fair offer lol

[@maisondav1d]

Make her try and fall in love with another car

[@ahcgarage]

Sounds like a beauty

[@daking8374]

@@ahcgarage it is man. No dents no scratches, only been in the shop for oil changes lol. I actually am waiting for the 2023 tlx PMC edition orders to open up. Already gave the dealer 1000 to pre order it but I want my aunts 2007 as a daily driver

[@nouseexiong3906]

OMG, I have the same year TL Type S Pearl White!!

[@ahcgarage]

Nice!!

[@gullyfreak]

copping my pin now! thanks

[@ahcgarage]

Great!

[@gullyfreak]

@@ahcgarage any word on when the pins ship out?

[@masonbailly6522]

I'd love for you guys to rebuild mine but I'm afraid of the cost. I don't have a cracked dash thankfully seats aren't torn but could use some love has an Oil leak unfortunately but really just exterior dings and scratches from daylying it

[@SiBrz]

I just recently bought a TL type S and I really want to restore it like you guys did here but man the labor and money for everything, I can’t afford haha, but I really want to know where I can get the door pillars you guys replaced? Please let me know if you see this comment

[@ahcgarage]

Thanks for watching. If you have parts inquiries, shoot us an email, we could love to help: [e-mail]

[@xanicanpercpopper]

had a non type-s on pilot super sports, some of my best memories were behind the wheel of that bad boy.

[@ahcgarage]

Those are great tires

[@AlexReelToks]

Is it up for sale? Would love to buy this one. You guys definitely crushed it with the full restoration! Love this! 😍😍😍

[@locdogwitd9]

Just seen this car for sale a month back for 23k

[@Dj-fw9is]

hey so i have an acura 05 tl is there any chance I could get links to where you guys had purchased certain parts? thank you.

[@kymaniredfern4837]

I love my manual type S 😎🫵🏾🔥💯

[@jayy.cls6]

I want you guys to do a CL type s 6 speed

[@ahcgarage]

Noted!

[@kevink6265]

Wondering about suspension, looked like tein, was there a ride height drop?

[@ahcgarage]

Yes, we installed a set of Tein Basis Z with about a 1.5" drop

[@96Ferno]

Would ❤️ to do this to my 05 RSX-S. 🤤

[@letmebe79]

Great job. Makes me want to do the same

[@ahcgarage]

You should. It's very rewarding!!

[@misraelnieves4027]

Waooo mi respect for you guys. 🇵🇷💪🏼👍👍👍

[@ahcgarage]

Thank you

[@sinnombre3543]

How much for all job in the video looks greate

[@ahcgarage]

Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHrdk5imZdOIhNE

[@Arnerse]

I want an enamel pin!!

[@LuisMedina-vt4xx]

I need to know where you got the seats from! Please help, I’ve been searching for a while now

[@ahcgarage]

Our leather seat covers are Oem parts. You can source them at your local Acura dealerships

[@GlennTerryJr]

I have a 23 tlx type s and would love to pair a 6 speed tl type s to my fleet 😫

[@henlolneh]

HEY MA , WASSUP ? LETS SLIDE ! ALL RIGHT !

[@ahcgarage]

Ha!

[@henlolneh]

@@ahcgarage So glad y'all picked up on it ha! That first beat had me confused as hell for a second ! Loved this restoration by the way absolutely my favorite car growing up as a teenager. Even better that its a 6 speed! Rare as heck!

[@aundraybartley6471]

I would love to know the overall cost for this restoration. I am doing the 2004 TL

[@hollaz2]

27K USD

[@eznum1]

Would be careful with that year, it’s non to have a shitty transmission (at least for the automatics)..sold mine & ended up getting a type s.. don’t regret it at alll

[@ahcgarage]

Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHrdk5imZdOIhNE

[@eli25jk70]

Proper way.

[@ryanlall5179]

What paint code did you use for the waffles refinish?

[@asetheteam]

man i literally just got mine for $1800 i would love to get a restoration if possible $$ in hand i love this car , where are you guys located?

[@kprime433]

I know this is a restoration and stock build. But would you guys be interested in a rear 2 piston BBK set up if I sent one over? It could go on another TL/TL-S if you had access to one.

[@ppg19782]

Perfection

[@klhill66]

Wow... that's a new car.... what's the price for that fix?

[@ahcgarage]

Check out this video: AHC Garage TL Type-S Build Project - Revealing The Total Build Cost of this Project | Finale E32 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHrdk5imZdOIhNE

[@tflores3445]

Wher did you purchase the seat covers ? any links?