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Re: Elantra Touring Prem. Pckg with Automatic [67gtx]
by colloquor
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May 28, 2009 (11:38 am)
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Replying to: 67gtx (May 21, 2009 10:37 am)
I know I'm replying to a several day old post, but here goes. I own a previous generation Elantra - a 2006 GLS sedan. Previous to buying the new Elantra, I've owned a Honda, Toyota, Mazda, SAAB, Volvo, Dodge Grand Caravan, and some other imports. My son bought a new Mazda 3 Grand Touring 5-door last summer. I, too, wouldn't call the Mazda a "much better" car, as my son's had a few problems, including a consistenly sub-standard A/C system. In comparison to the previous Honda and Toyota bought new, the Elantra takes a back seat to neither of them in build quality. In fact, the Elantra is the first new car I've ever purchased which had zero defects from the factory, and still does to this day - nearly 4 years after purchase, not one failure of anything.
I don't concern myself with depreciation, as I generally keep a vehicle for at least 10 years, sometimes much longer. In fact, I still have the '85 SAAB 900 I bought new in April 1985. Market perception is what drives depreciation levels, and sometimes this is not in step with reality.
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- #2909 of 3252
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Good Price?
by fayk
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May 31, 2009 (12:36 pm)
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Hi - I am in VA and my daughter is looking at the Honda Civic LX 4dr AT vs the Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr AT. The pricing we have right now is $16,500 OTD on the Honda (2.9% financing 36 months) vs $15,500 OTD on the Elantra (0% financing 36 months). Our family owns 3 Hondas so I know that's a great deal on the Honda. Don't know as much about the Elantra. Thoughts anyone? I'd appreciate any input which helps her make the decsion. Thank you. 
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- #2910 of 3252
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overprice
by 4elantra
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May 31, 2009 (1:15 pm)
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In the tristate area & was able to negotiate $14500 OTD Elantra GLS from three places. Did not take any of them. Looking at some other options. Good luck.
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- #2911 of 3252
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Re: Good Price? [fayk]
by bhmr59
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May 31, 2009 (1:54 pm)
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Replying to: fayk (May 31, 2009 12:36 pm)
Are the Civic LX and the Elantra SE comparable trim levels? While there is $1,000 difference in price in the deals you mention (plus the finance charge savings), is there a difference in standard equipment?
Both cars are supposed to be very reliable.
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- #2912 of 3252
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Re: Good Price? [fayk]
by marlenelin
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May 31, 2009 (2:59 pm)
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Replying to: fayk (May 31, 2009 12:36 pm)
The SE Elantra comes with traction control and vehicle stability. Does the LX Civic have it as well? I own a 2008 Elantra Se and love it. My friends own a 2009 EX Civic (the upgraded model) and love it. I just purchased a 2009 Elantra Touring two weeks ago. My husband owns a 2006 Honda Accord and I don't find the seats as comfortable as I do the Elantra. I feel too low to the ground. You might want to contact the internet department at Towne Hyundai in Denville, NJ. They usually seem to have the best prices on Hyundai's. Get an internet quote from them and then take it to your dealer.
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- #2913 of 3252
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Re: Good Price? [marlenelin]
by backy
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May 31, 2009 (3:47 pm)
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Replying to: marlenelin (May 31, 2009 2:59 pm)
There is quite a difference in equipment levels between the Civic LX and Elantra SE. Besides the aforementioned stability and traction control, the Elantra has alloy wheels, trip computer, leather-wrapped wheel and shifter, fog lamps, audio controls on the wheel, 60/40 folding rear seat with center armrest, XM radio with 6-speaker stereo, USB jack (I think the 2009 Elantra added that), heated mirrors, not to mention a longer warranty. The Elantra is also considerably roomier, especially in back. The Civic though has a 5-speed automatic, superior fuel economy, and better crash scores. If you are buying mainly based on equipment, the Elantra is the better deal, but the Civic will hold its value better, which is important if you plan on selling it in 2-3 years.
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Re: Good Price? [backy]
by bob225
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May 31, 2009 (6:14 pm)
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Replying to: backy (May 31, 2009 3:47 pm)
Elantra SE is clearly a better deal. More options and reliability should be about the same.
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- #2915 of 3252
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09 Elantra GLS with PPG
by carguy2010
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May 31, 2009 (10:15 pm)
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I just finalized the deal on a 2009 Elantra GLS with Preferred Package, Bluetooth and Cargo Tray for 13,700 + Tax, Title and Registration. The dealer is Keyes Hyundai in Van Nuys CA. My itemized price and the OTD are as follows
Base Price: 15700
Tax on Base: 1300 (8.25% in Ventura, CA)
Price after 2000 Rebate: 13700
DMV Fee: 270
Doc Fee: 55
Tire Fee: 8.75
OTD: 153,34
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- #2916 of 3252
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Touring
by sandman_6472
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Jun 01, 2009 (1:27 pm)
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Is this the wagon model? Saw 2 blue Elantra wagon looking cars on the way home earlier and liked what I saw. Has nice lines that look better than the sedan actually. The wife is interested in the Elantra and the wagon looks neat. Bet it's pricey though.
The Sandman 
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- #2917 of 3252
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Re: Touring [sandman_6472]
by backy
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Jun 01, 2009 (7:20 pm)
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Replying to: sandman_6472 (Jun 01, 2009 1:27 pm)
Pricey? I dunno. The Touring with AT lists for a few hundred bucks less than a Civic LX-S AT, but includes extra equipment such as stability control, traction control, fog lamps, heated mirrors, USB port, adjustable lumbar support, leather wheel and shifter, and trip computer. And that is before the current $1500 rebate on the Touring. Lots more room than a Civic also. The back seat is absolutely HUGE--more legroom I think than a Sonata. The days when Hyundais were simply "cheap" are gone. But they offer a lot for the money.
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