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You are quite active in most forum topics.
I don't have much time to post because the shop is quite busy.
I believe sportage is a good SUV too, I have ask several Sportage's owners about their SUV, all positive replies.
Regards,
Billtung
I am strongly considering the purchase of a 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe LX AWD w/Sunroof within the next few weeks.
Currently I have a 2002 GMC Envoy SLT & a 2002 Pontiac Grand AM GT1 sedan. Since I do a lot of driving for work, I chose the Grand Am to handle the bulk of the miles. Unfortunately after having lower back surgery in January, I find the Grand AM's ride quite harsh now and the entry/exit is no laughing matter anymore! Ha, ha..
I am planning on trading the Grand AM in for something reallll soon. Unfortunately I know that I will take a hit on it, but thank goodness for GM discount and incentives used at the time. Thus far, she only has 5K on it and is in excellent condition, fully loaded with leather and sunroof. Ironically enough, I have residences in two states (MI & OH) and if I decide to purchase a Santa Fe, I will more than likely purchase from a local dealership in Columbus since inventory is very high there.
What information I am currently seeking from Santa Fe owners out there are as follows:
* What (if any--lots of good remarks in this thread) are the major problem areas of this vehicle? Things that I should be aware of?
* What has been the average gas mileage ratings for the 4 x 4 models (city vs. expressway).
* Insurance rates?? Currently my GT cost more to ensure than my Envoy? Sounds very odd eh? $38,320 vs $23,500
* Durability of paint colors (ie. chipping, etc.)? I am considering black first and pewter as a second color choice.
* Expected vehicle changes for 2003 models?
* Financing interest rates through Hyundai for 5 yrs?
Ideally, per edmunds and Hyundai.com website, a loaded LX AWD w/sunroof has an MSRP of $24,389. I am planning to hit the dealer for invoice ($22,756) and be prepared to take at least a $2,000 hit on my Grand AM (in which I will personally put down $1500 to off-set this).
Thanks in advance everyone! Any insight that you could provide would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
IExplore2000@aol.com
You don't say how tall you are... My wife and I find the Santa Fe easy to enter and exit. But I need the seat ALL the way back (I'm 6'1"). If any more leg room was needed, I would have to do a mod on the seat mounts. Make sure you drive one for more than a mile. =;-)
I'm averaging 19.5 MPG - approx 60% Hwy/40% City driving.
J.D. Power 2002 Initial Quality Study
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Geopolitically, one has to worry about North Korea which is in dire economic straits and unable to feed its population. Nevertheless, I think the probability of all out war between the north and south is very small.
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Good luck.
I hope my post can be an answer for hannadee's concern.
Thank you
Your English is fine and you communicate very well. We look forward to reading more from you.
tidester
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Also, I am ecstatic with the quality and ride of my Santa Fe. It is so much smoother and quieter than I expected it to be. I had taken at least three test drives previously, so I am very happy to be surprised this way.
Thanks!
They chose the best sedan, best suv best mini van, best truck etc.
That puts the Santa Fe in a pretty good class.
I was wondering if anyone else was experiencing a hard shift into 3rd gear on the 2001 Santa Fe's. I find it happening more when the car is still cold but not so much as I drive it. Since my commute is only about 12 miles one way, the car really doesn't have a chance to warm up as much and I find the shifting a little annoying. The dealership is great and they keep resetting the computer (which works for about 4 hours) and then the problem comes back again.
Any thoughts?
~tim
I've owned my 2002 Santa Fe (4 cyl, FWD) for about three weeks; have only 800 miles on it, but that's mostly because right now it's in the shop for the third time - a total of 12 days so far out of 27 days. The dealer didn't do a pre delivery check; all 5 tires were at 47 psi rather than 30; fluid levels were not checked (some were almost empty); you need a death grip on the wheel else it'll head straight for the ditch; the alarm system will activate itself at will (whether I'm sitting in the car or not); there is a vibration/rattle at the bottom of the windshield and the door panels, and the lumbar support will disengage itself at will causing a jolt to my back. I'm now taking it to a different service department and they're trying hard - the first service dept. claimed to have set all the tires at 30 psi (4 tires were at 35, the spare was still 47) and fixed the alignment, which they didn't. Anyway, I think the most perplexing is the alignment problem. It's been done twice now and the computer readout states it might be a suspension problem. How could that be on a new car? Has anyone else experienced this problem? Sure would like to be able to enjoy my new car!
Today's update: found the alarm problem (computer defective); fixed the lumbar support (defective); thinks they've found all the rattles and are fixing them; exchanged front tires, but car still drifts to the right so they're doing a third alignment. I'm hoping it's not a bent frame or suspension problem - has anyone else experienced this problem?
Appreciate any input.
There are several TSB's for the 2001 Santa Fe auto trans, that have to do with the ECM needing reprogramming . Since you state after the service people reset the computer, the problem went away for a while, you might ask about perhaps needing the reprogramming.
Below is one TSB info summary:
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Make: HYUNDAI
Model: SANTA FE
Year: 2001
Service Bulletin Number: 070201
Bulletin Sequence Number: 623
Date of Bulletin: 07/ 01
NHTSA Item Number: SB623008
Component: POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION:AUTOMATIC:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Summary:
INFORMATION ON ECM/TCM REPROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS FOR P0128 AND MINOR ENGINE STUMBLE CONDITIONS. *YH
Where can I find these bulletins?
~tim
The Edmunds Maintenance Guide or alldata.com or the NHTSA website (www.nhtsa.dot.gov).
Full blown text? Maybe your dealer will share....
Steve
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http://www.alldata.com/products/diy/index.html
" Currently, information is available for Model Years 1982 to 2000. 2001 Model Year information is scheduled to be released in June/July of 2002. Unfortunately, information for Honda, Acura and BMW is not available to consumers through the ALLDATA DIY by request of the each manufacturer."
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Usual disclaimers apply...
I'm shocked to see that some regions are seeing prices above MSRP. In Baltimore I just bought a GLS 4WD and paid $100 under invoice. I also got the mud flaps, cross rails, cargo tray, and floor mats for no extra charge (about $400 worth of extra's, no charge). So that put it $700 under Edmunds' TMV. I don't know if I caught the dealer on a forgiving day. Granted, it isn't your LX either, which may be in shorter supply. Baltimore is port of entry so maybe that helped. And the dealer had the vehicle I wanted already on the lot. Remember, the dealer still pockets the $600 holdback allowance from Hyundai so it isn't like they lose money selling under invoice.
Steve
It came out on top. They did mention that the Santa Fe is being equipped with side air bags in late 2002 models. Anyone have a SF with side air bags or heard anything about this?
Try this link - remember that it's in Oz and all is backwards! =;-)
<http://www.brighthikers.com.au/santa%20fe/santa_fe_002.htm>
Thank you.
kcorcoran Jul 29, 2001 11:58am
Maybe this will help:
krcooper Mar 21, 2001 2:01pm
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Here is a link to kcorcoran's info (no pix - sorry) on lighting up the fog lights, in the Santa Fe rear bumper.
http://pub108.ezboard.com/fhyundaisantafemessageboardfrm52.showMessage?topicID=48.topic
http://pub108.ezboard.com/fhyundaisantafemessageboardfrm44.showMessage?topicID=229.topic&index=15
The Baltimore dealer I worked with is Antwerpen Hyundai on Route 40 West. http://www.antwerpenauto.com The manager I mostly dealt with is named Rich DiPetro and he was very upfront and even quoted via email back and forth.
Hope that helps
Steve
This will be my wifes primary everyday driver. I'll be going back for a XG350 sometime soon.
I didn't opt for the paint protection, or any of the other extended warranty packages. Now I think I'll look for a detailer that offers the Teflon protectorant...since it seems that perhaps the only shortcoming of Hyundai is the paint according to all the forums I've visited.
We have dumped Lexus forever!!!
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ROOF RACK CROSSRAILS
Part No 00244-71000-A
Color [no color listed]
Price 175.00
Model Name...Model Year...Trim Level...Body Type
..SANTA FE........2001............ALL............ALL
..SANTA FE........2002............ALL............ALL
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BTW, my '02 Santa Fe came with the crossrails.
The above URL is the first owners gallery dedicated to Santa Fe on the Internet(that I know of). It's been around since October of 2000. Please come visit my web site and see what I have to say now that my Santa Fe has 30,000 miles and is over 1.5 years old.
Comments and question are always welcome.
Adam (adamjrae)
ilovemysantafe@adnetsolutions.net
then after warm up it goes away. Service dept. says they thought it was the injectors, And to not be concerned, I now have 3,000 miles and had the oil changed, no difference in the noise.Maybe just have to live with it while it's cold.? Anyone else out there experiencing this?
The manual says to use a mild detergent and water to clean the leather seats, by using a product specifically made for leather (such as Meguire's Gold Class Leather cleaner and conditioner) apparantly is NOT recommended for these leather seats. Anyone try this product or one similar? I don't like the thought of using water and a detergent, a leather conditioner would seem to be better, but don't want to look for problems.
Third, the quality of sound from the radio and speakers leaves alot to be desired. Playing the CD, tapes or a good radio staion just does not bring out the best highs and lows of what a good system should sound like. Has anyone out there made changes to their radio / speakers or both ? Any replies to any of these questions is much appreciated. Thanks in advance.... In general, I have a teriffic SUV and we love it.