Re: Should I buy Hyundai?
 

"Edwin Pawlowski" <esp@snet.net> wrote in message
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>
> We eventually swapped it out for a 4.11 The other guy did most of the work
> just to get it. It was a fast car, three two barrel carbs. It was the
> fasted car at or high school and caused quite stir racing a '58 Ford right
> in front of the school. You could do things like that back in the 60's.
>

Yes... I know.

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Re: Should I buy Hyundai?
 

On Jun 17, 1:58 pm, friday...@gmail.com wrote:
> Hi,
> After I found out my Altima ('05)'s transmission is getting broke, I'm
> trying to buy new one and thinking about Elantra 07. And I have few
> questions and need some help from Hyundai-owner.
>
> 1. Does Elantra has Timing Belt or Timing Chain?
>
> 2. Elantra doesn't have engine immobilizer but I was told it has
> 'starter kill'. What is the starter kill?
>
> 3. I'm thinking about manual transmission because I had many of
> transmission problem with Civic, and Altima. Some people said manual
> transmission is very durable and reliable than automatic. Do you think
> getting a manual transmission is a good idea? If I buy Elantra, I
> wouldn't sell it until it is totally dead. -I know Hyundai's used car
> value. :'(
>
> 4. Does Elantra has old-style antenna for all model? I saw some
> picture of them, it was really ugly looking.
>
> 5. Do you, in overall, satisfies with your Hyundai?
>
> Thanks for reading and I really appreciate for your comments.

-------------- I HAVE ISSUES WITH ELANTRAS ...

One is the battery!

I HAVE A 2004 ELANTRA GLS, AND THE BATTERY IS almost impossible to
replace and service!

That's if you can find one outside a dealer, where they're 40-percent
more expensive than at parts dealers. Installation? That'll be up to
$50 extra!

Hyundai DOESN'T want you even try to:

1) Check the fluid level in the cells.

2) Check the body and terminals for corrosion.

3) Remove the old battery and install a new one.

These tasks are almost impossible for the average motorist BECAUSE THE
BATTERY SITS IN AN ENCLOSED, SEALED CASE! You can't see much less
inspect the cell fluid levels. And half of the bolts under the hood
on the driver's side have to be removed to free-up the battery.

See, Hyundai wants you to go to a HYUNDAI DEALER, where a battery
costs $90, plus up to $50 more to install it. And at most Hyundai
dealers I know, you have to leave your car for an entire day -- then
hope it's ready when you return in the late afternoon or early
evening.

"Aw, we're sorry, but you see we got real busy and couldn't get to
yours. But tomorrow!"

AdvanceAuto Parts, AutoZone, Olympic Auto Parts, and Batteries Plus
sell the same battery for $52 to $69, some including free
installation.

Only problem? They can't get a sufficient supply of them to keep 'em
in stock!

And that's what your conniving, inscrutable Hyundai folks want -- to
force you to spend more on a new battery than a normal car owner would
expect. Parts companies list the Elantra batteries as "special." And
that they are!

Additionally, the OWNER'S MANUAL has neither a diagram or instructions
for accessing and servicing your Hyundai Elantra battery. Just a one-
paragraph entry that says, in effect, Be careful when servicing the
battery."

I've had my 2004 Elantra GLS for 3 years and the battery is already
shot. Needless to say, with problems also with the air bags (two
recalls), brakes (full brake job done already), power locks
(unpredictable), and engine noise and vibration, I've bought my last
Hyundai product!

If I were you, I'd stay away from Nissan, too. Poor frequency of
maintenance after the 2nd year. Toyotas are much better Hondas are
good but overpriced.

My advice to Hyundai? Hold up on building those factories in the
U.S. Too many one-time customers could make for sluggish, then
anemic, sales.

------------------------

Re: Should I buy Hyundai?
 

"StoneMeThenBurnMe" <lilhornie@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> I HAVE A 2004 ELANTRA GLS, AND THE BATTERY IS almost impossible to
> replace and service!

> Hyundai DOESN'T want you even try to:
>
> 1) Check the fluid level in the cells.
>
> 2) Check the body and terminals for corrosion.
>
> 3) Remove the old battery and install a new one.

> AdvanceAuto Parts, AutoZone, Olympic Auto Parts, and Batteries Plus
> sell the same battery for $52 to $69, some including free
> installation.

Do you think they are the only ones? When is the last time you saw a
battery that was easy, if at all possible, to check fluid levels? I have
an '01 LeSabre and I've never seen the battery. I'll replace it before
winter since it is the original, but the only price I can find is $100 for
the battery. It is under the back seat so I have no idea how hard or
difficult it is to install. I'm going to take it to Advanced Auto that
advertises free installation.

Re: Should I buy Hyundai?
 

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"StoneMeThenBurnMe" <lilhornie@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:1187119881.819804.44720@g4g2000hsf.googlegrou ps.com...
> On Jun 17, 1:58 pm, friday...@gmail.com wrote:
>> Hi,
>> After I found out my Altima ('05)'s transmission is getting broke, I'm
>> trying to buy new one and thinking about Elantra 07. And I have few
>> questions and need some help from Hyundai-owner.
>>
>> 1. Does Elantra has Timing Belt or Timing Chain?
>>
>> 2. Elantra doesn't have engine immobilizer but I was told it has
>> 'starter kill'. What is the starter kill?
>>
>> 3. I'm thinking about manual transmission because I had many of
>> transmission problem with Civic, and Altima. Some people said manual
>> transmission is very durable and reliable than automatic. Do you think
>> getting a manual transmission is a good idea? If I buy Elantra, I
>> wouldn't sell it until it is totally dead. -I know Hyundai's used car
>> value. :'(
>>
>> 4. Does Elantra has old-style antenna for all model? I saw some
>> picture of them, it was really ugly looking.
>>
>> 5. Do you, in overall, satisfies with your Hyundai?
>>
>> Thanks for reading and I really appreciate for your comments.
>
> -------------- I HAVE ISSUES WITH ELANTRAS ...
>
> One is the battery!
>
> I HAVE A 2004 ELANTRA GLS, AND THE BATTERY IS almost impossible to
> replace and service!
>
> That's if you can find one outside a dealer, where they're 40-percent
> more expensive than at parts dealers. Installation? That'll be up to
> $50 extra!
>
> Hyundai DOESN'T want you even try to:
>
> 1) Check the fluid level in the cells.
>
> 2) Check the body and terminals for corrosion.
>
> 3) Remove the old battery and install a new one.
>
> These tasks are almost impossible for the average motorist BECAUSE THE
> BATTERY SITS IN AN ENCLOSED, SEALED CASE! You can't see much less
> inspect the cell fluid levels. And half of the bolts under the hood
> on the driver's side have to be removed to free-up the battery.
>
> See, Hyundai wants you to go to a HYUNDAI DEALER, where a battery
> costs $90, plus up to $50 more to install it. And at most Hyundai
> dealers I know, you have to leave your car for an entire day -- then
> hope it's ready when you return in the late afternoon or early
> evening.
>
> "Aw, we're sorry, but you see we got real busy and couldn't get to
> yours. But tomorrow!"
>
> AdvanceAuto Parts, AutoZone, Olympic Auto Parts, and Batteries Plus
> sell the same battery for $52 to $69, some including free
> installation.
>
> Only problem? They can't get a sufficient supply of them to keep 'em
> in stock!
>
> And that's what your conniving, inscrutable Hyundai folks want -- to
> force you to spend more on a new battery than a normal car owner would
> expect. Parts companies list the Elantra batteries as "special." And
> that they are!
>
> Additionally, the OWNER'S MANUAL has neither a diagram or instructions
> for accessing and servicing your Hyundai Elantra battery. Just a one-
> paragraph entry that says, in effect, Be careful when servicing the
> battery."
>
> I've had my 2004 Elantra GLS for 3 years and the battery is already
> shot. Needless to say, with problems also with the air bags (two
> recalls), brakes (full brake job done already), power locks
> (unpredictable), and engine noise and vibration, I've bought my last
> Hyundai product!
>
> If I were you, I'd stay away from Nissan, too. Poor frequency of
> maintenance after the 2nd year. Toyotas are much better Hondas are
> good but overpriced.
>
> My advice to Hyundai? Hold up on building those factories in the
> U.S. Too many one-time customers could make for sluggish, then
> anemic, sales.
>
> ------------------------
>
>
>