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Besides a space saver spare tire, the 2007 limited has more audio controls on the steering wheel than the 2006 as well as turn signal lights on the outside mirrors. Some 2007 Azeras came with XM satellite. Also some 2007 Azera Limited Ultimates have the Logic 7, 12 speaker surround sound which was not available in 2006.
I'm really peeved that we don't get the Korean changes. From the Korean brochure photos, their more subdued fake wood and Veracruz-style blue lighting on the center stack look like a huge step up over the current US versions.
I'm not sure Edmunds' reference to an '09 is anything but an error, though I do trust hmaservice.
You wrote in carspace that you bought a laser grill and dash kit for your
Azera.Where did you get these items...I checked Koreanautoimports and did not
see same. I have a 2006 Azera.....love it! Aappreciate your assistance.
Alymac
The best dash kit is found at http://www.wooddashexperts.com/customer/product.php?productid=45427&cat=6030&pag- e=1
It looks awesome installed hope that helps screw the genesis it's price is rising and its really just a pimped azera
Just in case this thread is being viewed by anyone new to this topic, the comment above is 100% inaccurate. The Azera is a stretched and upgraded version of the front-wheel-drive Sonata midsize chassis, and the Genesis is an all-new sedan built for front engine and rear drive.
I too think Genesis is pricy and I'll probably extend my '07 Azera lease next April if the Genesis smoke has not cleared as it relates to early pent up demand / monthly US dealer allocation. For me, another Azera is out of the question.
In the meantime, Hyundai has done a decent job of 4-door sedan price point merchandising with Sonata (good) and Azera (better). Time will tell about Genesis.
Fast forward to June '09. I see a continuation of the Hyundai marketing plan of rope-a-dope rebates coupled with deep dealer discounts as US consumers continue to struggle with fuel prices and other economic concerns.
Just my opinion of course.
Just so you know, the driving dynamics of a RWD is much, much different than a FWD. I agreed with tonycd, to say the Genesis is just like a pimped Azera, well, that shows the little knowledge you have about the Genesis, specifically, the difference between the Genesis and the Azera.
"Have you put a DEPOSIT down on a V8 only to have it returned because they don't expect reasonable quanitites for 6 months and the factory wouldn't let the dealer keep it."
The Genesis V8 is on schedule to arrive after the V6 so I am not sure who's telling you "they don't expect reasonable quanities for 6 months" - this is not true.
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They seem to like it. In fact, their closing comment is...
That said, the Genesis stands poised to make drivers reevaluate their perceptions of the Hyundai brand, which is good for Hyundai and bad for the competition. In that respect, then, it looks like 1989 all over again.
1989? Think Toyota and Lexus.
I realize that this is the '08 Azera thread, but I felt like this was the best place to post in order to get the most looks.
I originally went to take a gooood hard look at the genesis, sorry I wasn't that impressed. Personally I didnt think it drove any better that the azzy, it may be more powerful, but how often when I get to used that sitting in bumper to bumper traffic everyday. The one plus I like about the genesis is the push button start, the fact that you dont have to whip out a key to open the doors, and the seats were alot more comfy.
As i said earlier, i removed all azera badging from my car, added the genesis chrome name, s3.8 and grandeur brake light and wood dash kit and genesis grill and every dealer thinks it is a new genesis when I roll in. fooled dealers all up the cali coast NEW CAR, I think NOT
One would think that the dealers would be discounting the V6 models like crazy already.
If you get up on AutoTrader.com, you will find more than 900 units listed, but no V8s. :surprise:
When I bought the new 2008 Azera LTD with NAV package, I got a good deal but I also believe its a much better performing car so far with 2000 miles on it and lots of different driving situation. This model (despite being a sucessor to XG) performs much better and seems like a much more solid, higher-quality vehicle. I absolutely love it and it performs impressively, especially in highway driving mileage when driving at high speeds.
Despite all the pet peeves with the old XG, I've still got faith in Hyundai. 2008 Azera is probably up to Sonata quality standards after a few years on the market and, if so, my father (the consummate car shopper and flipper) might actually consider going to a V8 Genesis in a few years when his Cadillac lease expires.
Big lesson taken: better not to buy a first-year US-offered Hyundai because you will be the guinea pig to fix the bugs. Dad loves the Genesis after looking at it, but won't seriously consider going near it for a few years.
Food for thought.
What is the build date of your 2008 Azera. :confuse:
The build date is located on the pillar between the drivers and the rear door.
Good luck with your fine Azera.
I have a 2007 Azzy with the 6CD changer & I too want to upgrade to the Nav from 08s.
Please give us some details, a lot of 07 & 06 users would be very interested!
If you are driving during the day time, and someone behind you has their high beams on, the "Auto" dimmer does not work.
Is there a way to dim the rearview mirror in a "Manual" mode?
Thanks, Jerry
Unlike in traditional mirrors where you could pull a tab on the mirror to change to dimmer view, this is a sort of side effect of these automated mirrors.
Thanks, Jerry
By the Way, do you know about the "LIMP HOME PASSWORD"?
Is the Hyundai Dealer supposed to give the new owner a "PASSWORD"
Thanks, Jerry
Thanks, Jerry
Is the Hyundai Dealer supposed to give the new owner that PASSWORD?
In the owner's manual Section #1, Page 6.
There is a description of a "Limp Home Mode" to be used if the
"Immobilizer" Warning indicator comes on, etc.... Apparently the engine will not start and a password is needed to get the car started, so you can drive it to the dealer for service.
Can anyone shed some light on this subject and how to get a
"Limp Home Password"?
Thanks, Jerry
The 'Limp Home Code' is something that needs to be coded into the car's computer at the dealership. The connect a Scanning tool (looks like a PDA). There they can set the code to any 4 digit code you specify.
So, take your car to a dealer & ask that they program it for you. Take along your user manual so that you can show them what it is.
But be mindful that many Hyundai dealers know nothing about these advanced features. So, be prepared to be forceful with them when they say that there's nothing like 'Limp Home Code'. Infact, they should do it for free. If they refuse to do it for free, contact another dealer or get Hyundai corporate involved.
There are other things you could get programmed as well. I would suggest 'Easy Exit' and 'Automatic Door Lock' along with 'Limp Home Code'. Easy Exit means that when you pull your key out of ignition, the seat moves back & steering wheel also moves up. Automatic door lock feature locks all door automatically when you start your engine & unlocks when you put gear in park.
All these are really easy to program. All they have to do is connect their handscan computer & turn the features on by tapping on the checkboxes on handscan.
Good luck!
Thanks, Jerry
Infact this is one of the problems Hyundai is going to run into increasingly frequently in future as they come with more lux vehicles. Customer service expected in this price bracket is totally different than the Accent price bracket.
I had to fight with my dealership to get these done on my car. I had to show the tech how to turn these features on his handheld scanner!!
Your best bet is to go to the dealer's service area & hope someone knows how to use the tool. If not, try some other bigger dealership.
Sorry, this is the problem all of us Hyundai owners have to endure. Great vehicles, great reliability & value but clueless dealerships.
What you say is sad but true. Many dealers are only interested in selling you the car for the most money, then charging you for service that you don't always need.
I wish I could find a reliable car dealership that I could trust. Its very hard to find these days.
Hyundai should have Quality Control people working out in the field that do spot checks on the dealerships to insure they are doing the right job.
Thanks, Jerry
I still suggest that you go to your original dealership's service area & ask them if they would code it for you. Hyundai has been selling Azeras for 2 years now, so you're probably not the first customer who has asked limp home to be coded. With any luck, they might know how to do it & other features!
As much as I love my Azera, I hate the dealerships in my area. Fortunately, I haven't had to go back to them too many times other than for oil changes!
Enjoy your Azera!
Its a shame that they are selling Azeras without setting the password for the Limp Home (LH) feature, or telling the owners how to use it. I would bet that most Azera owners don't know about it. So if the car should have that "immobilizer" failure, they would not know that they could use the LH password to get home safely, instead of having to get a tow. Hyundai must have spent a lot of money developing and manufacturing that great feature.
Thanks for your help.
Jerry
someone ran into the back of me cost $18k worth of damage.
I still don't have my car back because they had to order some parts from Korea. I'm going to unload it as soon as I get it back. I'm debating on whether to get another 08 or get the 09.
So long story short the nav unit looks flawless, I would just love to know if there is a way to override the dvd feature in order to play movies while the car is in motion, and not only in park.
I know you must be feeling a lot awful now, but the best part is that you were alright. You can buy a 100 other cars in your lifetime.
I'm surprised that the insurance company is willing to get your car repaired rather than totaling it, considering it costs them 18k to fix!
Rather than going for another Azzy, how about a Genesis?
Btw, as far as I know, there's no runaround for playing the DVD when in motion.
Now, I'm sure it would be strictly for the passengers' benefit, but if talking/listening on a cell phone is a major distraction, imagine your passenger(s) ooo-ing at a particular scene on the screen, and you look away just for a few secon[CRASH!]... :sick:
So, i'm back at square one. Hopefully I wont have to deal with too much of a hassle with trying to get them to pay me back the depreciated cost of the vehicle. My car is currently at a body shop that does the DVR for free so, I've asked that they start preparing my report.
This has been the WORST ever experience dealing with my own insurance "ERIE" stay clear. These people are similar to Hyundai dealerships by thinking they can treat their customers any way and expect that bad news doesn't travel fast.
I still would like some feedback on whether I should look at the 09 instead of just replacing my 08. Anyone????
and because of the countermeasures i take have never had a moving violation."
Keep watching TV, playing with a computer, etc. and not paying attention to what you should be doing which is devoting 100 percent of your attention to driving and nothing else and that record will not
last very long. Why do you think the authorities recently outlawed talking on a cell phone while driving?
Maybe you think you can handle doing all those things while you should be doing nothing else but driving,
but you are dead wrong! If you don't care about yourself, that's fine, but what about the rest of us?
Since you bought it up, could you list which freedoms you have been denied by the government of the United States of America? Thanks. :confuse: