I love the RDX but I wish there was a type s version of the RDX
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@hybridsnowleopard
8 ай бұрын
2025
@EricG311
8 ай бұрын
An RDX Type S would take sales away from the MDX. That’s probably why it has not come to fruition.
@ArseneLupin786
8 ай бұрын
Agreed
@GREG_R2
8 ай бұрын
I'm hoping the new smaller acura suv that was just announced has a type s variant
@beaublack1407
7 ай бұрын
Just bought the A-Spec Advance and love it.
@hungp.8191
8 ай бұрын
Glad you mention balls. Can't go anywhere without them 😂😂
@davidjohnson8152
8 ай бұрын
Not in the market for a new car, but would definitely buy a type s version of the RDX.
@mrxyz2k
6 ай бұрын
9:06 Here and there arises needing to top view, not currently side view.
@shanemacey4250
Ай бұрын
I'm sorry Joe, I did more research and the MDX is a crossover. I can't believe the Pilot is classified as a crossover. My girlfriend is going to make me wear her skirts all week.
@alrod7ify
8 ай бұрын
With what they offering for a rdx starting at 53k by thr time you out dealer this rdx is about 64k nope I rather get a crv and save the money
@marquestonhall6815
8 ай бұрын
The RDX is nice but I wish the interior was like the MDX. Actually, I wish there was a 2-row version of the MDX.
@drivescene6747
8 ай бұрын
There should’ve been a coupe version of the MDX called the ZDX, but Acura decided to make it a rebadged Chevy instead, I can’t 🤦🏾♂️
@michaelmitchell9786
8 ай бұрын
I agree. The MDX interior is very nice!
@joshua9073
5 ай бұрын
There’s a fold down rear seat
@daynerampersad8968
8 ай бұрын
Yes they should do a RDX Type-S, either with the type-r motor uptuned to 355hp or with the 3.5 v6 turbo rom the other Type-S's
@Nick-hz2kl
8 ай бұрын
RDX is dope . Looks really good . The exhaust tips are huge , looks great. Nice seats and steering wheel also
@bryanwashington9511
8 ай бұрын
This deserves a Type S trim in my opinion but Joe you're the best and Steven your camera work is greatly appreciated!
@JCVACCARO
8 ай бұрын
I'm good with it. Touch pad = no fingerprints.
@s.patterson5698
8 ай бұрын
Same here. I got the mrs the 2023 MDX last year and we love the trackpad...no fingerprints and feels safer to us to make changes while driving. We have another vehicle with a touchscreen and it just seems more distracting to use while driving. I do admit though that if Acura was smart they would have made it dual function because they are alienating a whole segment of people who have it imprinted in their brain that touchscreen automatically makes the driving experience better.
@imdone1967
6 ай бұрын
@@s.patterson5698I agree. I don't like touchscreens either. That's why I went with a Mazda CX-50 , it uses a rotary dial.
@EdgarJChavez
7 ай бұрын
HP on RDX needs to be 300 + The Genesis GV70 entry level has 305.
@rodneykelly1651
8 ай бұрын
You did that in the middle of all those people and noise. You are one of the best in the biz!
@alfredomagallanesg.406
5 ай бұрын
definitely dude is incredible!
@jeffs6090
8 ай бұрын
The Civic Type R and Integra Type S get around 320 hp. If this is the same engine that is detuned to 275 hp, can it be retuned to get 320 hp?
@allbaugh04
8 ай бұрын
Yeah, just need a ktuner
@allbaugh04
8 ай бұрын
I just bought me an RDX A-SPEC. Love this thing! No one talks enough about how great the ELS sound system is. Seats are super comfortable for long drives!
@crawfordjason
8 ай бұрын
What do you think of the Acurawatch suite of driver assistance(adaptive cruise control & lane keep assist)?
@allbaugh04
8 ай бұрын
@@crawfordjason i don't have the acurawatch, but people who do like it for the remote start. I have no complaints about the adaptive cruise control or lane assist. The lane assist can do minor turns too. It's not as good as something like GMs super cruise but they don't have a vehicle I like anyway. I've driven the new CX-5, and iirc they were both pretty good. The Acura has brake hold though. So if ur cruising and hit a light, it will lock to the car in front , slow down for you, and kill the motor to save gas, just tap the gas to take off again and match that cars speed. It can be a little jerky, but not bad, I'm more impressed that it can do that.
@GS-sm3jo
7 ай бұрын
👍🏻🇺🇸Picking mine in the morning.
@joshua9073
5 ай бұрын
@@GS-sm3jocongrats! What color?
@MrSupernova111
4 ай бұрын
How big a difference you think the sound system makes from Tech package to A-Spec?
@Slantingbeast
8 ай бұрын
I have the 2023 RDX A-Spec. Great pickup and speed but I agree that the center console (mostly the trackpad) needs a revamp. That thing is wack and I prefer the Mazda system over it. Everything else is pretty rock solid and it is fun to drive.
@allbaugh04
8 ай бұрын
I've used both. Both worked fine for me.
@varcade8
6 ай бұрын
I love how the Acura part of the touchpad works, it's just the carplay or android auto that doesn't have true touch so you're constantly swiping.
@DarkJediChrisG-1425
8 ай бұрын
Good thing for 2025 they are shifting to touchscreen and will get some updates styling wise.
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
This is so very tryr
@mikeb3023
8 ай бұрын
I like the rdx. I think like all Acuras however its overpriced. $53k for a small suv is a lot imo. Im getting a cx5 turbo carbon for less than $40k and theres really no performance difference
@joshua9073
5 ай бұрын
I was a cheap ass and went for the CX5, but it’s not enough speed so I went to Acura and leased the RDX and paid off the Mazda. I got an insurance settlement
@С_песней_по_жизни
8 ай бұрын
Great review as usual. Sold 2022 BMW 540i after damaging the tire and paid $600 for the rubber. This is my next car.
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
Sounds like a good plan
@brianbarbe9646
8 ай бұрын
Welcome to the joy of run flats.
@drivescene6747
8 ай бұрын
@@brianbarbe9646i hate run flats. They ride like crap
@stevegolacks8731
8 ай бұрын
When do you think the RDX due for a complete redesign?
@drivescene6747
8 ай бұрын
It’s been due!
@MikeForsythe
7 ай бұрын
Not luxury it’s premium. Even Acura says it’s premium.
@henryruanli
8 ай бұрын
I have a 2023 model, I love it so far but I want a RDX type S
@davidp2888
8 ай бұрын
Looks like a fast, capable SUV.
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
I can’t wait to share the drive with you
@drivescene6747
8 ай бұрын
I had one for a week. It’s the most fun I’ve ever had in a suv hands down. It just needs a redesign and a Type S version
@barberdean4714
7 ай бұрын
As an owner of a 2023 A-Spec Elite it's a great handling, highly capable rocket of an suv.
@boogiedownkid5465
8 ай бұрын
Great video Joe, but as an Elantra N owner, I was distracted by the N emblem in the background of the Hyundai booth. I can’t wait for you to go on throttle for us in the Ioniq 5N!
@embiggens1
8 ай бұрын
Dude is hustling. Love you, Joe. The effort shows.
@BrooklynBound4
8 ай бұрын
I have a 22 ASpec and I love the vehicle. The TTI works well and I like it (I’m in the minority here). I don’t like fingerprints on screens so the TTI I enjoy. This was a suitable replacement for my 08 TLS. If there was a TypeS I would have gotten that trim.
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing that great insight from your ownership input.
@omendarklight1526
8 ай бұрын
No lie, never liked those headlights. Just a bunch ice cubes looks too simplistic for my taste. Otherwise very handsome vehicle.
@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219
8 ай бұрын
Yes of course Joe & this is my favorite SUV.
@suzanneflowers2230
8 ай бұрын
I really love that covered trunk! It's a unique feature for an SUV.
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
I am so glad that you are digging this one.
@beverleygidus9723
7 ай бұрын
Just bought a ‘24 RDX and it’s the greatest. So much fun to drive! If someone can’t operate the touch pad (not sure why) don’t buy the car. ELS sound system is awesome with three levels of speakers. You can hear instruments you never knew were recorded. Crank it up! Thanks Joe. So appreciate your help finding my car!!!
@RaitisRides
7 ай бұрын
That is really fantastic Beverley.
@Bowhunters6go8xz6x
8 ай бұрын
I would have to put the 2 row Mazda CX's in the discussion on which is best and which has best Bang for the Buck ! The Mazda's scream luxury and being beautiful and sporty.
@Jack.Smith80
8 ай бұрын
Joe. I appreciate your efforts for introducing new cars. God bless you and great Raiti's Rides team.❤❤
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
That really means the world to me!
@Jack.Smith80
8 ай бұрын
@@RaitisRides I said that from my heart. believe me.❤
@the_skillful_sister
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for this detailed review! I have the 2017 RDX Awd and looking to add the A-Spec to my household. This was very helpful!
@msanchezym
7 ай бұрын
Did I miss something, where’s Lorri? 😮
@ibzrgman9130
3 ай бұрын
Joe does great on these reviews.. if he did car sales he'd be the best in the country and rake in the commissions!
@mrxyz2k
6 ай бұрын
There’s nothing in not offering special brakes for A-Spec, it’s package like M Package in BMW vs. M once.
@NissanQuestGuy96yt
8 ай бұрын
Hey Joe! Nice SUV! So Awesome! You’re The Best!
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to say that!
@FrayVictoriano
7 ай бұрын
Governed miles to 112? I know i probably wont need to to faster than that but that fact now hold me back from buying it, i dont need governator😅
@RaitisRides
7 ай бұрын
I know how you feel about those.
@JoeSmith-nu8oo
8 ай бұрын
I like it, I'm just not sure if I could ever buy another Acura after they F'd me over on my 07 TL refusing to do warranty work on a malfunctioning mirror that would shudder when put in reverse, it was that tilt reverse function and when it did that the mirror was useless for backing out of the garage, told me they couldn't replicate the problem, and it was only a year old and they wouldn't take care of it, so much for TLC.Telling me that if they replaced the mirror Acura wouldn't reimburse them for it, I said it's a mirror not a transmission or anything super expensive🤨******** cheap *** *****
@mjb0183
8 ай бұрын
I’m done playing games with these greedy mfrs. This is going to MSRP over $50,000. Staying with my 2016 Accord SPORT that I got out the door (with tax and destination) for $27,000 (Costco car buy program).
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
Sounds like a good plan
@stevenwells5069
8 ай бұрын
Exactly! I agree.
@Greg-oj2pg
8 ай бұрын
It appears Acura is putting very little effort into updating these ICE vehicles. They're really starting to show their age, and that dial control for the infotainment system is a deal breaker for me.
@alj.granda8252
8 ай бұрын
No, because it's not all new and needs a complete update!
@shetoniateeteewilliams8387
8 ай бұрын
I just purchased the 2024 RDX. It is all that...plus some! My interior color is brown with pearl white exterior. Very pretty. Its a new color. The lines and the chrome touches really pops. The technology is really good. There are sensors everywhere. You'll never forget your kid in the bad seat. When you turn the car off its tells you to check back seats if it senses anything back there. I compared the RDX AND THE MDX before buying... Granted the MDX is tad bigger with thev3rd row. But you loose a lot of trunk space in the MXD. I downed size from a Tahoe so i dodnt need the 3rd row. All in all im veey happy with my choice. Not having a touchscreen is much better in my opinion because you dont have to look at the screen to see what to touch while driving. Using the pad allows you to look at the road and see what your doing on the screen with your preferial
@user-bm2gb6by7s
7 ай бұрын
Congrats! The RDX is incredible. What do you do for work?
@boyet_tammy
8 ай бұрын
I still have my 2018 RDX, love driving it.. still thinking of trading in to 2024 A Spec.
@davegenet
23 күн бұрын
I’ve had the 2016 since new. Great car.
@mattmekhaeil
8 ай бұрын
It’s dated been around for a while but next generation this suv needs to get a type s version
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
Fingers crossed they really bring it!
@carmania5282
8 ай бұрын
I like the fact that they gave the new RDX a bit of some sporty ingredients, including a Turbocharged Integra engine. Its fantastic. ❤ this RDX.
@scottarmen9097
8 ай бұрын
13:23 Car review bomb. (like a photo bomb?)
@Troy-fv9uq
8 ай бұрын
Acura needs a new interior update. This vehicle is showing age badly. Acura is a small brand so maybe whenever next generation comes out maybe it will have a touch screen.
@jaeves007
8 ай бұрын
The lack of shifter is honestly what keeps me from buying one.
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
I’m hoping that it comes soon.
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
@@jaeves007how come
@jaeves007
8 ай бұрын
@RaitisRides I hate push button gears. I drove manual vehicles for most of my life so the place that my right hand naturally goes is to a shifter of some sort. I hate the Pilots for this reason too.
@naveenthemachine
8 ай бұрын
No it doesn’t. The interior has aged well
@ROYZARMY
7 ай бұрын
Ole girl made sure to bounce her cake around for your viewers 😂
@mrtripled5061
7 ай бұрын
I have the 2023 RDX Aspec, and it's an awesome vehicle size/power wise for getting around NYC and beyond. For the price point with all the features, it beats all suvs in its class. Although it's at the latter stage of this design cycle, it's still one of the best-looking and sporty suvs on the road. It definitely handles better than some cars. People tend to forget that the RDX is due for a full redesign very soon. This body style will age well because it still looks quite stunning 5 years in. The infotainment system some people complain about is not as complicated at they say. It takes a little learning curve, but it's not rocket science. But again, this vehicle is 5 years old, so the next design will most likely see an improvement in the interior. A type S is definitely overdue. I'm hoping the new design is NOT a full EV like the ZDX or a borrowed chassis frame. Maybe a hybrid version type S? If a hybrid version type s comes out, I'm definitely sold. I don't think any manufacturer will be making 100% combustion engines in the future.
@TheeRighteousOnee
5 ай бұрын
Not much different from 2020-2023 but still a beautiful vehicle. They really need to add a touch screen especially since its a luxury vehicle.
@mrxyz2k
6 ай бұрын
I wish Acura make car’s wheels inside tire, not imposed out of it, to protect it, since wheel is much expensive than tire and not to change periodically.
@hybridsnowleopard
8 ай бұрын
2025 should be the redesign RDX, so I'm expecting a Type S trim.
@tomdrummy4984
8 ай бұрын
It’s a great looking vehicle but not a fan of the cluttered center stack area with the huge mode knob and the push button shifter ……..too busy for me
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your honesty on this one Tom
@tommies3772
6 ай бұрын
The manufacturers should hire you as a spokes person. You're great at what you do and make a person want to buy a vehicle.❤❤
@RaitisRides
6 ай бұрын
Oh wow! That so awesome of you to say!
@marcosmiranda649
8 ай бұрын
I’m dreaming to get one!!!!! Hope so!!
@alanklaus7774
8 ай бұрын
Yes Joe , very unsafe to drive with your balls in your hand. The detail guys did a great job polishing that black paint. Too bad they couldn't put a bigger A on the front. Nice looking but needs a nicer interior tech treatment for 53k. Nice review in the midst of all that activity.
@Glideslopes
8 ай бұрын
Great review. Love Acura. 👍
@f7etcher
6 ай бұрын
just FYI, this is actually a 2024 Acura RDX SH-AWD with the A-Spec AND Advance Package. The giveaways in the video were this specific style Shark Gray Wheel, Heated Steering Wheel button, Heated 2nd Row Seat buttons, Rain Sensing Wiper button, and Heads Up Display - to name a few. MSRP is right there at $56k.
@reyonasroom.7665
8 ай бұрын
I really, really want to upgrade my Accord to an RDX but that infotainment system is such an eye sore! The screen is also soooooo small. Ugh.
@allbaugh04
8 ай бұрын
I find it to be adequate
@Kenster-man
29 күн бұрын
But the RDX has such a nice luxury/sporty drive and handling - real nice sound system - good powerful engine.
@TimS-pw1df
8 ай бұрын
Can’t believe the Mazda CX-70 wowed me more than the RDX.
@Jack-pd4ps
8 ай бұрын
At least the CX-70 has a V6
@bustingyewls154
7 ай бұрын
Agree. Reliability id go for the Acura but look wise the Mazda is nicer
@patriot4757
3 ай бұрын
@@Jack-pd4psactually inline 6
@regmatt
8 ай бұрын
I think rdx is the best suv in terms of handling and power , but as joe said type s would be good too with sh-awd , the only down side is that honda is still sticking with non touch screen , rest all good ...
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
Very good points for sure!
@curiosityredpill7030
8 ай бұрын
Think the cx9 drives better
@amrkamel3844
8 ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching
@kubi0461
8 ай бұрын
It’s my favorite for its price/size, but I hope the next gen will improve efficiency and redesign that center console look. And a type S would be perfect.
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
I am so glad that you are digging this one.
@random1725
8 ай бұрын
White backpack 13:22 looking good
@naveenthemachine
8 ай бұрын
It’s not quite as good as the gv70 but it’s very close The RDX blows the four laughingstock SUVs in the segment out of the water in every single way
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
Acura does a great job either the RDX
@mrxyz2k
6 ай бұрын
11:52 I would rather Acura to puts charging ports & seat heating buttons, clearly over vent opens, not hidden below.
@dieselboy808
5 ай бұрын
I have a 2022 RDX A-Spec Platinum Elite. This is the top of the line not just the A-Spec.
@joshua9073
5 ай бұрын
Never heard of all of those fancy names. Are you in Europe?
@PimpSolja49
8 ай бұрын
Acura needs to redesign that hideous center dash console area! Hopefully a refresh is coming soon!
@juannevindez6969
7 ай бұрын
Infotainment needs updating. Touch screen and digital gauges. No analog crap. It’s 2024 not 2014. Needs HP increase. Should be closer to 300HP for the price they asking. Hyundai Santa Fe is bigger, cheaper, more tech.
@danielmelendez9943
7 ай бұрын
RDX, infotainment needs to be replaced. A-Spec does not even make sense. Offers-ZERO-Performance, every RDX has the same engine with the same power output. There needs to be a model of the RDX that is different from its sibling. This goes back to the same thing the MDX offers, a bigger SUV, with same engine until you get to the S-type which offers some performance but looks like a half ass job. IF Acura wants to take it to the next level, they need to rethink their marketing strategy. the smaller size makes the RDX more manageable and agile. I love the SH-AWD but just different seat upholstery and visuals does not do anything for the RDX. please Acura get your stuff together and lets take it to the next level. I thought A-spec would get me hooked but the front seat leather quality left me feeling uneasy. the gray-out wheels seem to chip easily. When you goto the Advance RDX not much of a difference, interior s not top notch. could be better made with better materials, kill the piano black material, looks cheesy,
@Cypress229
7 ай бұрын
Absolutely love my 22 RDX Aspec Advance. Only reason id trade it is if they make a Type S varient....
@michaelmitchell5784
6 ай бұрын
I’m with you on that assessment. Love the performance red on my 22 but I want the white interior
@joshua9073
5 ай бұрын
@@michaelmitchell5784I chose the white (orchid) leather with black suede insert and I like it a lot.
@jamiehalifax4954
5 ай бұрын
Might trade my beloved cx-3 in for a adx when they finally come out just to spite mazda for not selling the cx3 in na anymore,and no, I dont want a cx30..
@Bob-lh4mg
8 ай бұрын
Joe joe bean, like your car reviews man. Keep ‘em coming.
@mikeb3023
4 ай бұрын
A type s rdx would be close to $65k-$70k probably. A that point might as well get something else
@davewallace9048
3 ай бұрын
That’s because they’re having too many problems with the RDX and redesign is in the works..
@paul5683
6 ай бұрын
My suggestion, find a clean low mileage used rdx and save 20000 dollars . It's the same car from 2019.
@drochellebeauty3284
15 күн бұрын
I love my 21 RDX Aspec but I would love to see a type s version
@Rick_Iz
5 ай бұрын
If they could clean up that alien looking center consol and make a type S, they would be back ordered for years. I want this car to be so much more than it is. That seems to be a theme in my life though.
@happyhour5690
8 ай бұрын
I’m just completely dumbfounded on how any manufacturer would release a vehicle without a touch infotainment screen these days. Absolutely inexcusable!
@imdone1967
6 ай бұрын
I'm fine without one... Mazda CX-50 uses a rotary dial. My screen doesn't look like someone just ate a bucket of KFC!
@ShashankKatiyar0
8 ай бұрын
Still no Type S for RDX?😢 Now Mazda has 300+ hp V6 SUV but not compact and Acura has the perfect compact SUV but no Type-S, where is my next perfect car?
@sakibc1787
7 ай бұрын
How is it all new best? Exactly 100% everything same as 2023 🤦
@РусланДавлетханов-ч5к
27 күн бұрын
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@mrxyz2k
6 ай бұрын
2:27 Isn’t that a front Camera? I waited to end of video and u didn’t mention it!!
@mrxyz2k
6 ай бұрын
6:06 So same engine power & torque of previous model.. right?
@wcalhoun10
8 ай бұрын
They need to add a type s version with at least 300hp.
@stevegolacks8731
8 ай бұрын
I am not familiar with Acura. Is the resale as good as Lexus?
@kromahj
8 ай бұрын
If you worry about resale, don’t finance. Just lease 😂😂😂
@stevegolacks8731
8 ай бұрын
@@kromahj , No Thanks! No leasing, no financing, not for this guy. These are BIG Dave Ramsey no-no's! if you cant pay the car cash money, you cant afford it.
@kromahj
8 ай бұрын
@@stevegolacks8731 not paying car cash don’t means you cant afford it, even millionaire finance. Why will you want to use all your money to buy something that will depreciate after you drive off that lot. Lose 5k already. I use my cash to invest and make more money 😂😂😂
@mclovin5199
7 ай бұрын
this one deserved the type s not the mdx... Sometimes I think Acura is a confused company
@sydneyhoward4890
9 күн бұрын
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25 күн бұрын
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@erae-w3v
25 күн бұрын
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@deundreward7057
8 ай бұрын
Absolutely Great Video, joe.
@LanitaJahan
28 күн бұрын
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@ludamara2
Ай бұрын
Love the design! Just purchased one! It would be nice if the passenger area heating/cooling vent trim was different/ more sleek looking
@RaitisRides
29 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing that ownership experience! Totally makes sense!
@13tony31
8 ай бұрын
JJ - life at the 3 Letter Agency is treating me well. I want two of these babies. I dig the new Mazda too, have big fun at the raceway my brother. tony
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
That is really awesome of you to say Tony!
@amitchell4206
6 ай бұрын
Seriously!!!!! And I’m sorry if I hurt some feelings but….. just because Honda created Acura and is marketed as a “luxury” brand it doesn’t mean is a luxury vehicle!!! For me the exterior looks just like any other Japanese SUV and the interior is just like any other car as well!!! For me the way Japanese see luxury is way different from the Europeans and a screen and leather seats is not enough in my opinion!!! But is ok!!! Is just not for me and never will!!!
@amitchell4206
6 ай бұрын
@@lexusflip5096 Done it!!!! I’m in the car industry and I get to drive the majority of new cars on the market and again…… the way they see luxury is not to my standards!!!! Out of the 3 Japanese luxury brands I think the Acura is the least “luxury” of them all!!! And again….. is my opinion not trying to change anyone’s mind!!
@kurtr1870
8 ай бұрын
Would buy it tomorrow if it had a Type S and a redesigned Center stack/infotainment.
@RaitisRides
8 ай бұрын
I think you are not the only one that would do that!
@vladzhuk
3 ай бұрын
Nice car. But its the same exact car from 2018....
@amill1563
8 ай бұрын
Love the supercool butterknife running the length of the all the side doors. LoL
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