A Shot to the Heart

   This newest post is truly paining to my ego. Acura has manufactured its first lemon, the 2011 TL. There are just too many things going on with this car, and it has received greatly mixed reviews. Acura has always put out high quality, highly intuitive, good looking vehicles, but this one only meets 2 of 3 requirements. It doesn't look like the Acura we have all come to love and respect.
   I personally own a 1992 Acura Legend LS coupe. This creates a certain bias because I feel the Legend truly represents the ultimate Acura of the future. Even in 1992, it had power heated seats, rear power windows (in a coupe), and a monster of an engine. Well, the Legend died in 1995 here in America, and it has never returned.
   The Acura TL is the closest thing left, and while it still contains the very best in amenities, it offers nothing in way of style. The sculpted body lines make it fat, and the bird beak grill make it offensive. The 2008 TL had style, and it was simple. Sharp lines and the impression of aggression offered no room for argument.
   Solution: Acura, you're down but you're not out. Get rid of the gargoyle styling and bring back the subtle beastliness of the Legend. While you're at it, please bring a coupe back to the lineup!