Hyundai Accent -Hatchback '99
I am about to purchase the Hyundai Accent
Hatchback '99. (manual shift) For security
purposes, is a cable lock sufficient which is what
I now have on my present car. I do not like clubs
or alarms. An additional feature recommended
and for extra $$ is the mask which provects
the fenders. Is this a good idea. Price
quoted me by the dealer including tax and
airconditioning was $8800 total. Is this a good
buy?
Hatchback '99. (manual shift) For security
purposes, is a cable lock sufficient which is what
I now have on my present car. I do not like clubs
or alarms. An additional feature recommended
and for extra $$ is the mask which provects
the fenders. Is this a good idea. Price
quoted me by the dealer including tax and
airconditioning was $8800 total. Is this a good
buy?
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It is bigger and more luxurious but in same price.
I think it will be the most wealth compact car later.
Just wait for a while.
As to the bra, it affects 2 things, rust and resale. Resale on these cars is nil. This is good for me because I buy them dirt cheap all the time and use them up and junk them. Excels are known for being worth less than a week's worth of pocket lint. And as to rust, there is little concern for the fenders, they get few nicks, the bumpers are plastic, the only thing you are protecting is the forwardmost foot or so of the hood. A $4.99 bottle of touch-up paint and some very fine sandpaper will do the job, too.
-between 38 and 41 mpg's first 3 tanks
-rattle and squeak free
-keeps up to speed on steep hills
bad points
-Still looking for that elusive seating position to be comfortable. seat needs to be moved a 1/2 notch one way or another at all times.
-What is that tinny noise from the surpentine belt on accelerating. Heard it on the 2 Accents I test drove and this one. Dealer said when the belt breaks in the noise will go away. Still waiting.
Anyone with info on that please let me know.
carlady/host
for ac final price is $10,709, I test drove it and it has a lot of features for the money, but when I test drove it on the highway It seemed a little low on horsepower, the engine noise level was high with windows up,but overall you get what you pay for, any one out there who purchased this particular model give me some insight on this korean car.
I love the gas mileage, the warranty and the cost. I think that if you decide to purchase an accent you can go no wrong.
it was maxon hyundai on rt. 22 in springfield new jersey.
it was maxon hyundai on rt. 22 in springfield new jersey.
this accent was all standard, no air. no money down, 60 months, was about $180 a month
Boltguy
I just looked at a GL sedan with the 4-speed auto, air, etc.. At a sticker of $11599, it seems to be a nice little car. Another thing I noticed was that my 6'2" 300lb frame fit comfortably into the car. The back seat isnt at all roomy...but we have neither kids nor the need to haul others very often.
Any thoughts??
Thanks...Mike
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Joe
gojo
Are there any other potential problems you might know? The car still one year of powertrain warranty with it. Does that cover the exhaust? Any input, advise are greatly appreciated. Thanks.
I have had two mechanical problems that were both fixed under warranty. First, the hydraulic clutch gave out. Car was towed to dealer and repaired at no cost to me. I believe in the 3yr roadside assistance. I think it is now up to 5 years, and really worth it. Other problem was back-up light switch failure. This two repaired under warranty.
Would you believe the battery only has a 2 year warranty. My failed at about 2 1/2 years. They must know when the factory batteries will go bad. I replaced it with the optional larger 7 year battery from Auto Zone.
For me, the seat is a little too firm. But I'm 6'1" and don't even need to have the seat all the way back, have plenty of room. The gear shift from first to second is a little ragged. But it's a great big city runabout, gets 30 mpg, and fits in those small parking places.
poconojoe, you may also want to visit one of the tire topics in our Maintenance & Repair conference. Just use the Search feature on the left menu bar to see what is already underway.
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