RIP "SLO LGD"-14 years of great memories my 94 Legend Coupe

Sherm · 03-26-08, 03:58 AM

Most of you guys probably don't know me as I've relegated myself to periodic lurker status. I wouldn't say I lost the passion for the Legend, it's just that as an original owner I got most if not all my mods done prior to A-L.com's existence in the early days of legend.org. Combine that with a demanding job and non car interests, other than an occasional GTG like the NorCal GTG and local SoCal mini meets, I really "disappeared" from the scene.

The "SLO LGD" (CA license plate) my 94 Legend Coupe was a special car indeed being my first car out of college and the first one paid for all by myself it held a special place in my heart. After all this was truly a Made in Japan masterpiece that featured technologies that were ahead of it's time, matter of fact some of these features finally trickled down to the Honda Accord ( ie. Telescopic steering wheel, mounted stereo control steering wheel, TCS, etc.) while others like self closing doors ( coupe) never did but can be found on Caddies and Mercs. Combine all that in a form of a long, beautiful, and big body coupe- you had yourself a Legend! IMHO outside of the NSX, this was the last of the best built Acuras.

Fast forward 14 years and 170k miles (the Legend now mostly a weekend car, Accord- Daily Co. Car), I finally had to put the Legend to rest. For more than a decade my Legend NEVER failed me, it was this past December I failed my Legend! Driving faster than I really should have I was unable to stop and clipped a Honda Civic ( Everyone had come to a grinding halt due to a guy's furniture falling out of his truck!). The front lights and the Driver's Fender were smashed in but I was still able to drive it 25 miles to a body shop. Long story short- damages exceeded the value of the car! Actually shed a tear or two when I took it to the salvage yard and said good bye ( in some strange way it said bye to me as well)- it was truly a sad day!

Finally I just wanted to thank all the friends I've made along the way: Graeme, Chris K, Koji, Jim Trinh, Zube, 4cruizn, etc. Thanks to Matt for all of his hard work in making what A-L.com has become -the premier place for Legend Owners to share, acquire, and conversate on all things Legend. I'll still be around in the mean time here is to memories old and new. You all take care and drive safe now!

Regards,

Sherm

Great Memories RIP My Friend:

Although Not a Legend, New Memories to come:

l4zy415 · 03-26-08, 04:02 AM

Damn dude, what you just said brought tears to my eyes. Im sorry you had to let her go, but hopefully you stick around and maybe get another Legend in the mid future. Good luck homie and R.I.P. to "SLO LGD"

Ken · 03-26-08, 04:31 AM

damn that sucks. your car was super clean

95LegendGS · 03-26-08, 04:36 AM

wow your coupe looked amazing. those wheels really set it off, were they rsx wheels?

Xcaliber003 · 03-26-08, 06:31 AM

That's depressing. That's one of the nicest G2 coupes I have ever seen. RIP

CEN2MENTAL95 · 03-26-08, 08:33 AM

wow...reading that also brought a tear to my eye....I know how it is, as I lost my first legend 9 years ago.....but now I'm back for round two

But from the looks of it, you've definitely moved on to bigger and most definitely better....

*stevieray* · 03-26-08, 09:00 AM

Hey, Sherm! Yeah, there's still a few of us OGs around. Sorry to hear about your Coupe---it was an inspiration to me. Looks like you've recovered nicely with the S4. Don't be a stranger---

Alperovich · 03-26-08, 10:25 AM

looked like a VERY nice coupe! i hope it wasn't a 6spd, i hate seeing 6spd goto junk yards only bc there are many ppl here who would have picked it up from you asis!

GL with your new toy!

you probably will never find anything you like, like the legend, and you should know, you said you were the original owner!!

use2make1 · 03-26-08, 10:32 AM

damn man you made me tear up! Now i really just wanna go home and hug mine.

j/k but yeah man sorry for your loss, but that new whip is a nice replacement!!! Enjoy and who knows maybe that legend will find a new owner and get rebuilt some day ?

4cruizn · 03-26-08, 10:38 AM

Sherm, it is indeed a say day in the community!

. As much fun as your new ride looks like it'll be, there's just something about your Legend that makes it unforgettable. I'm sorry to read about this. I remember drooling over your coupe at the Bay Area meet over 4 years ago. You are a true OG in the Legend community and I hope you'll peek in from time to time to see how things are going. Maybe someday you'll join the ranks of ownership once again. Meanwhile, don't be a stranger! Good luck with the new ride.

ATLfoKuS · 03-26-08, 11:52 AM

oh wow...sucks I just see your coupe now...when its gone.

that might be the cleanest coupe I have ever seen, seriously. Sorry to hear.

samblaze · 03-26-08, 01:13 PM

Sad story

I would have bought that coupe damaged and all just for all the beautiful parts on her! But I also like the new beginnings!

A worthy replacement imo.

ptan1968 · 03-26-08, 01:48 PM

Oh no, it's really sad to hear that your coupe in that condition. Damn I can't see any pics from work computer so I can't really tell how bad it looks. But I hope the new replacement S4 will still hold a special place in your heart again. Wish you well.

***LegendGS*** · 03-26-08, 01:51 PM

Hey Sherm,

I still remember the first SoCal meet at Mile Square Park when everyone was driving in circles looking for parked Legends.

It is indeed sad to see her go. I've always liked your coupe. In fact, this is the picture that I kept looking at when I was deciding on my Remus.

Well, onward and upward, I guess.

We should plan something.

Sherm · 03-29-08, 03:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 95LegendGS

wow your coupe looked amazing. those wheels really set it off, were they rsx wheels?

Thanks for your kind comments! The wheels were or are the MOMO Superlights 17X7 weighing about 17lbs. each. I believe they were the only MOMO wheels manufactured in Japan by SSR.

03-26-08, 03:58 AM	#1 (permalink)
Sherm Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 92 Car 1: 03 911 C4, RIP-Blk 94 L Coupe Car 2: Blk 02 Lexus IS300X Car 3: 02 Accord V6 (Work) iTrader: (0)	RIP "SLO LGD"-14 years of great memories my 94 Legend Coupe Most of you guys probably don't know me as I've relegated myself to periodic lurker status. I wouldn't say I lost the passion for the Legend, it's just that as an original owner I got most if not all my mods done prior to A-L.com's existence in the early days of legend.org. Combine that with a demanding job and non car interests, other than an occasional GTG like the NorCal GTG and local SoCal mini meets, I really "disappeared" from the scene. The "SLO LGD" (CA license plate) my 94 Legend Coupe was a special car indeed being my first car out of college and the first one paid for all by myself it held a special place in my heart. After all this was truly a Made in Japan masterpiece that featured technologies that were ahead of it's time, matter of fact some of these features finally trickled down to the Honda Accord ( ie. Telescopic steering wheel, mounted stereo control steering wheel, TCS, etc.) while others like self closing doors ( coupe) never did but can be found on Caddies and Mercs. Combine all that in a form of a long, beautiful, and big body coupe- you had yourself a Legend! IMHO outside of the NSX, this was the last of the best built Acuras. Fast forward 14 years and 170k miles (the Legend now mostly a weekend car, Accord- Daily Co. Car), I finally had to put the Legend to rest. For more than a decade my Legend NEVER failed me, it was this past December I failed my Legend! Driving faster than I really should have I was unable to stop and clipped a Honda Civic ( Everyone had come to a grinding halt due to a guy's furniture falling out of his truck!). The front lights and the Driver's Fender were smashed in but I was still able to drive it 25 miles to a body shop. Long story short- damages exceeded the value of the car! Actually shed a tear or two when I took it to the salvage yard and said good bye ( in some strange way it said bye to me as well)- it was truly a sad day! Finally I just wanted to thank all the friends I've made along the way: Graeme, Chris K, Koji, Jim Trinh, Zube, 4cruizn, etc. Thanks to Matt for all of his hard work in making what A-L.com has become -the premier place for Legend Owners to share, acquire, and conversate on all things Legend. I'll still be around in the mean time here is to memories old and new. You all take care and drive safe now! Regards, Sherm Great Memories RIP My Friend: Although Not a Legend, New Memories to come: __________________ Sherm 94 Coupe http://www.acura-legend.com/vbulleti...d=115321003 0 http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y38/Xclnlife/View.jpg

03-26-08, 04:02 AM	#2 (permalink)
l4zy415 FRISCO LEGEND BABY!!!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Frisco Cali Posts: 5,025 Car 1: 1988 Acura Legend Sedan iTrader: (6)	Damn dude, what you just said brought tears to my eyes. Im sorry you had to let her go, but hopefully you stick around and maybe get another Legend in the mid future. Good luck homie and R.I.P. to "SLO LGD" __________________ ______________________________ 18" Limited 341 Chrome Rims/\Matador Red Paint/\Weapon R - Secret Weapon Intake/\LED Bright White Dash Lights/Floor/\Kenwood KDC-X590 Excelon Mp3 Deck/\Ford Taurus Coin/Cup Holder/\2 12" Kickers/\1200 Watt Sony XM-2200GTX 2-Channel Xplod Amp/\2 Rockford Fosgate Capacitors/\Power Acoustic Capacitor/\Clear Rear Turn Signal/\Reverse Glow Gauges/\Swapped 88' Headlights to 89'-90'/\JDM Rear Chrome Trim/\Stromung Muffler/ Soon To Come: Rebuild Motor and 5-MT Swap

03-26-08, 04:31 AM	#3 (permalink)
Ken aka desired_speeds Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: The Hella Part of Cali Posts: 8,050 Car 1: 91 Legend LS 5-speed converted Car 2: 91 Legend L - parts Car 3: 96 Honda Saber 32v iTrader: (2)	damn that sucks. your car was super clean __________________ . k e n Parting out a 91 L 5-speed, let me know if you need any parts besides engine and 5-speed parts. The car is Rosewood brown with type E cloth interior.

03-26-08, 04:36 AM	#4 (permalink)
95LegendGS 6 Gears Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: 15239, PA Posts: 1,282 Car 1: 95 Legend GS iTrader: (10)	wow your coupe looked amazing. those wheels really set it off, were they rsx wheels? __________________ Just another boosted legend Parts For Sale: Fiberglassed dash, Complete T1 & RL heads, Sedan Front seats (F), Center Console (F), T1&RL intake Manifold, Complete running engines, body parts, Sedan Headlights, Clear corner lights, RL engine parts. ANYTHING YOU NEED. I have "UNLIMITED" RL and Legend Parts PM me to discuss. NO COUPE PARTS, please stop asking For quickest reply please email me at 95LegendGS@gmail.com Thanks!

03-26-08, 06:31 AM	#5 (permalink)
Xcaliber003 Eh...What up Doc Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 2,278 Car 1: 1989 Acura Legend LS 4Dr iTrader: (0)	That's depressing. That's one of the nicest G2 coupes I have ever seen. RIP __________________ "love em all,trust a few,and fear none". . .Mos Def "Don't look at your car as it is now, see it the way it'll be when you're done fixin it up." "ridin down the block like what else should a brotha do."

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03-26-08, 09:00 AM	#7 (permalink)
stevieray Swollen Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Franklin, TN Posts: 7,585 Car 1: '95 LS Coupe Car 2: '91 LS Coupe Car 3: '97 NSX-T iTrader: (14)	Hey, Sherm! Yeah, there's still a few of us OGs around. Sorry to hear about your Coupe---it was an inspiration to me. Looks like you've recovered nicely with the S4. Don't be a stranger--- __________________ *"King of Kleen"* "Know this. Being able to purchase a Legend and being able to afford a Legend are two separate things. Realize nothing post-purchase is cheap." - LegendGS

03-26-08, 10:32 AM	#9 (permalink)
use2make1 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Winchester, Va Posts: 377 Car 1: 91 Acura Legend Car 2: 93 Acura Legend Car 3: 70 Olds Cutlass 455 iTrader: (2)	damn man you made me tear up! Now i really just wanna go home and hug mine. j/k but yeah man sorry for your loss, but that new whip is a nice replacement!!! Enjoy and who knows maybe that legend will find a new owner and get rebuilt some day ? __________________ [url]http://www.myspace.com/jinxednco Car List 81 CJ7 restoring 93 Ac Legend Sedan (starting fresh headed for VIP) 93 Ac Legend Sedan (Undecided) 70 Olds Cutlass Supreme w/ the 455&turbo400trans 91 Nissan 240sx 5spd. (wifeys Whip) she wants to learn to drift? [color="Blue"][u]92 Ac Legend Coupe (Daily Driver)TypeII Intake+Injectors and rail+Throttle Body, EGR Blocked off, Venom 400, Rebuilt at 130,000 due 2 BHG, custom grille, Weapon R Intake and CAB, Factory option upgraded wheels,[/COLOR]

03-26-08, 10:38 AM	#10 (permalink)
4cruizn Road Trip King Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 4,585 Car 1: 1994 LS coupe 6-spd Car 2: 1994 GS sedan 6-spd iTrader: (16)	Sherm, it is indeed a say day in the community! . As much fun as your new ride looks like it'll be, there's just something about your Legend that makes it unforgettable. I'm sorry to read about this. I remember drooling over your coupe at the Bay Area meet over 4 years ago. You are a true OG in the Legend community and I hope you'll peek in from time to time to see how things are going. Maybe someday you'll join the ranks of ownership once again. Meanwhile, don't be a stranger! Good luck with the new ride. __________________ Facebook Me

03-26-08, 11:52 AM	#11 (permalink)
ATLfoKuS Conflicted Felon Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Atlanta Posts: 2,907 Car 1: kA8 iTrader: (10)	oh wow...sucks I just see your coupe now...when its gone. that might be the cleanest coupe I have ever seen, seriously. Sorry to hear.

03-26-08, 01:13 PM	#12 (permalink)
samblaze Sherwood on Type F Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lakewood, OH Posts: 2,829 iTrader: (10)	Sad story I would have bought that coupe damaged and all just for all the beautiful parts on her! But I also like the new beginnings! A worthy replacement imo. __________________ 86 Saab 900S Coupe 5MT 94 Acura Legend GS 6MT 04 Subaru Forester XS 4EAT Sig by Double Glow

03-26-08, 01:48 PM	#13 (permalink)
ptan1968 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 864 Car 1: 94 Black on Black Legend GS Sedan Car 2: 02 Toyota Camry XLE iTrader: (6)	Oh no, it's really sad to hear that your coupe in that condition. Damn I can't see any pics from work computer so I can't really tell how bad it looks. But I hope the new replacement S4 will still hold a special place in your heart again. Wish you well.

03-26-08, 01:51 PM	#14 (permalink)
*LegendGS* GS Hog Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: SoCal Posts: 7,014 Car 1: 1994 Legend GS-Auto Car 2: 1994 Legend GS-6 spd Car 3: 1993 NSX-6 spd iTrader: (2)	Hey Sherm, I still remember the first SoCal meet at Mile Square Park when everyone was driving in circles looking for parked Legends. It is indeed sad to see her go. I've always liked your coupe. In fact, this is the picture that I kept looking at when I was deciding on my Remus. Well, onward and upward, I guess. We should plan something. __________________ Please read the Forum Rules and other announcements

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