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My association with Acura traces back to 1989, just a few years after Honda introduced this highly anticipated luxury brand to the U.S. market. During my part-time job at Baranco Acura in Morrow, Ga., selling cars, I was immediately drawn to the brand’s allure. During this time, I encountered the Integra, and I was instantly captivated. In fact, when I bought my first car, a blue 1990 Acura Integra RS with a 5-speed manual transmission and no factory radio, I couldn’t envision any other vehicle matching its appeal. However, a car accident totaled my beloved 1990 Integra, prompting me to seek its replacement swiftly. Within days, …