nice, but it makes me even more proud to own an AP1

 

More differences - the '06 has wording about a "Maintenance Minder" system that alerts the driver to when service is required. That section of the '05 brochure just mentions no-scheduled tune ups until 105k miles. The '06 brochure omits the 105k mile language.

'06 omits verbage about zero to 60 in under 6 seconds (lawsuits?).

'06 has the exterior temp gauge.

'06 omits language about leather door panels - it's in the section about the seats in the '05 brochure - maybe they just ran out of room.
Seatback pocket is no longer an accessory - weird.

Headrest speaker system is no longer an accessory.

Sebring only comes with a black interior option, not red and black anymore. White is only with black.

She's 20 lbs heavier. CARB emmissions rating is now LEV-2. Has daytime running lights, VSA and Brake Assist. Warranty is 3 year/36,000 mile limited warranty, 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty.

 

Not a fan of the new wheels, and won't be a fan of any idiot light that tells me the passenger airbag is on. Like the new steering wheel though, and it the armrest more padded now?

 

The only "drive-by-wire" system that I experienced was in the TSX that I test drove. It would take some getting used to. I like the fact that I can grab a couple of wrenches and adjust the cable on my '03. I hate when they take the tinkerability out of a car. I'm sure the '06 is a great car, but I'm glad I got my car when I did!

 

The new wheels in the brochure look almost flower-like in the center of the hub. Very organic - calls your eye to the center of the wheel and not the spokes.

 

you beat me to it. i have all this info and was about to post it. yes the VSA switch to turn it off, is where the defrost button used to be. ive already spoken with my local dealer about picking one up. we shall see!!! laters dave

 

VSA is a great idea - long overdue. Hopefully, it's completely defeatable.
Fewer S2000s in ditches means less insurance claims.

Laguna Blue looks great. I also like the new seats. Honda's widening the appeal of this car.

Hardcore drivers may not like it, but these changes make good business sense.

 

No, armrest doesn't appear to be more padded. I think it's the reflection/glare in the picture highlighting that area that also makes the metal finish look different. My guess is that area is the same.

 

Great stuff Harpoon!! Thank you!

 

They killed the car