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Delivery??? My request for powder white pearl, beige, ultimate package took 11 weeks.
Vehicle was ordered week of January 9, none could be found in Florida or Georgia. Vehicle was delivered to dealer week of March 20. The vehicle was built February 7 in Korea, the MSRP had our name on it for 'Delivered To' and red stickers on the drivers seat marked 'HOT'.
So, patience is the biggest part of waiting for the vehicle you want. Trust us, the wait is worth the end result.
The dealer manager talks to the area manager who talks to the district manager who talks to his manager, if one is available it will get to the dealer eventually.
"My bad"...
It was not an easy decision. It was based on CR's continued high rating of the Lexus, the upscale "feel" of the ES. Basically I think we felt we were getting essentially the same car as the Azera but with a likelihood of a far better re-sale and known product. I already notice a couple of things that I like better on the Azera but still very happy with the Lexus.
It's amazing to me that Hyundai has improved their products so much that I was struggling between the two.
Oh, boy... For whatever reason the myth persists that timing chains never need replacement. Correction: timing chains can and do wear to the point of failure in service. Yes, timing chains generally have a significantly higher reliability rate than belts, but like ALL other hard moving parts in an engine, they're also subject to wear. When a timing chain lets go, the damage from flailing steel in a confined space can be every bit as catastrophic (and then some) as that from a broken timing belt to the engine. If the bunched-up chain locks the camshafts, pistons and valves can be victims, too. Even before a timing chain tanks, the autotensioners and chain guides can be a source of trouble. A loose chain can be every bit as disastrous as a broken chain if the chain jumps its track or even if the chain "merely" skips more than several sprocket cogs, throwing the camshaft timing off enough in an interference engine (one in which pistons can contact open valves if the cam timing is incorrect). The particular design of the timing system can have a profound effect on long-term reliability. Some may go several hundred thousand miles. Some may be at risk anytime after 150,000 miles. The ideal, but costly solution, would be an oil sprayed, silent spiral-cut gear train from the crankshaft to the camshafts - typical of racing and large heavy-duty diesel engines, but nearly unheard of in passenger car applications.
If you paid the same price for a two-year-old Lexus you bought part of somebody else's depreciation...
Congratulations on your new car. I have a relative that owns an ES series Lexus. Nice car. I'm sure you will enjoy it!
And, yes, it's a very good sign for Hyundai that their cars can compete against the likes of a Lexus. If I understand, Hyundai is going to release a "luxury" rear-wheel drive car soon that will supposedly compete even more with the upper-class brands. We'll see.
I believe I read on Hyundai WebTech that they're intended to seal a couple of similarly shaped holes on the bottoms of the rocker panels, near the front wheels. (something to do with transport hold-downs, I think - been awhile since I came across mention of these pieces...) If they're what I recall reading about, the rubber pieces are supposed to be installed by the dealer during new-car prep. There was mention of rubbery hole sealers to be installed into the trunk floor sheet metal, too - so if you don't find any empty spots below the rocker panels, you may have to check that area after peeling back the trunk floor mat. (You could also query the service manager about them when you have your first oil change.)
Since I am leasing, I am not planning to add anything else to my Azera. I got the windows tinted and I added mud guards. My Azera is now complete until my lease ends in 26 months.
Speaking of leasing . . . I am a few days from the one month mark and I have yet to receive ANYTHING from Hyundai. No survey, no lease bill, no welcome . . . nothing. My next payment should be due and yet I have received nothing.
Should I just wait?
I thought the pearl white was the only "white" available...
I wonder if the new planned Hyundai will have some special color like this.
prisms in the paint reflecting thttle
Thank you so much, kinda figured they were plugs for something but there are so many possibilities. :confuse:
I actually showed them to the dealer service manager, he had no idea. :sick:
At the current rate my first oil change will be in Sept. so I think I'll take care of this now that I know where to look. :shades:
My 1st payment was due on the 22nd; and I recd papers on the 15th..And U cant pay online; on phone there is an extra service charge - So mailing the check is the most economical way.
I was told by the salesperson who did my lease that once I receive papers, I will get an account number and with that, I could organize my account online and pay monthly there. I specifically asked about paying online and was told "absolutely."
I don't know about them ordering and building one, as far as I've heard from dealers...they ship what they ship and they are equipped with packages and each dealer gets so many of each one.
Either they are hoping they get one in as you ordered or they are able to find one at a nearby dealer for you.
Good luck!
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Here is a picture (hopefully) of the Rear Spoiler I installed this afternoon.
That looks very nice. Now, all you need is to get those windows tinted. Sharp car. I would like to get a spoiler except that I don't own the car (leasing) so it doesn't make sense to add value to somebody else's car.
I got it off ebay for $189 and it comes painted, you quote the paint code.
It comes with instructions and all sorts of goodies to fit it.
Yes, there is a LED brake light, that's tomorows job, as the sun was fading.
As for tinting, that is being done next week...65% light black all round and 55% "Clear" on the front....the %'s are amount of heat reduction and it really does work.
Also I'm getting 5 spoke 18" rims and 245/45 tires. Here the car comes with Hankook tires and are noisy with dubious handling.
Here's too a great car.
Nigel
a.) If you have the account # you most certainly can hook up Hyundai Financial to your OWN payment system (i.e. your bank or Amex etc.) as they will send out the payment usually in a check anyway on your behalf. If they check with Hyundai and find out that Hyundai can accept electronic from them, then they will send that way. The confusion on the message board is probably with respect to Hyundai being able to initiate a funds transfer from your bank (direct debit)....which they cannot for a lease.
b.) Could it be that your first payment was included in your downpayment on the lease?
1. Fix whatever went wrong on the crash test
2. Backup sensors
3. Navigation unit
4. Regular radio antenna
You will then see them when folks use them, and you'll see the entire array just below the post box.
Try Rain-X glass cleaner concentrate mixed into a spray bottle per instructions on package. Wash vehicle first, spray Rain-X onto a 'soft' cotton free cloth. Try it on a window first, will give you an idea of how easily it removes the sap. Once you get a feel for it try a spot on the painted surface. A haze from the cleaner may be left behind, a clean cotton free cloth, lightly damp, works well.
Obviously, everyone will have a little different way of doing this, do what works best for you.
I had never left it go below 1/2 tank but there will be a time that I will have to take that chance and I would like to know what to expect then.
Thanks
Edgar
Best bet, look for a station before getting down to 1/4.
I am also enjoying my Azera. Very nice vehicle. Gas mileage is a little on the low side and I have the feeling that it won't get much better. I have 1300 miles on the car and the MPG is about the same as when I bought it. I'm not sure I'm sold on "when the engine is broken in, it will get better" thing.
I get about 17 MPG city, 26 highway with about 21 combined, and that's driving very easy on the pedal.
I mention this because I've read about folks paying up to $200.00 for powder white pearl paint, why??? :confuse:
Speaking with a salesman at the same dealership, the '07 Azera will have nav & bluetooth as the only upgrades over the '06 model.
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
It must be a dealer-installed option since it is definitely not available yet as a factory option. But it must be fairly easy to pop in, since Sonatas in other markets offer nav as a factory option.
I live in Florida, therfore no hills to climb.
You must be driving downhill most of the time.
We live here also.
My mention of Rain-X was information being shared.
From an environmental standpoint I'd rather have as few chemicals as possible in the home/garage.
Consider though that some cleaners, like tar and sap remover and others may have petroleum based additives. Petroleum is abrasive by nature. Again the forum can buy whichever best suits their needs.
Enjoy