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#21 of 182 Found this Hot Tibby Photo surfing by larry1135

Apr 02, 2006 (4:12 pm)


 
Uplifted from a post on U.K.H.C.C. Forums :-
{World scoop: Hyundai confirms its next-gen Tiburon coupe will be rear-wheel drive!}
 
By BYRON MATHIOUDAKIS 29 April 2005
 
"FUTURE Driven" Hyundai will abandoning front-wheel drive for its next Tiburon.
 
Due to be unveiled towards the end of 2007 before a local debut the following year, the rear-wheel drive coupe will be a "serious sports car", according to a senior Hyundai Motor Company executive.
 
Although details are scant, it is believed the Tiburon replacement will be a three-door coupe featuring many of the styling cues as well as the general proportions displayed on the HCD-8 Concept Car, which made its global debut at the 2004 Detroit motor show and has since appeared in Melbourne.
..... (This is the yellow car featured in the banner of this Forum)......Nick.
 
The HCD-8, as it stands, is powered by an aftermarket-supercharged version of a current 2.7-litre Delta DOHC V6 with a six-speed manual gearbox.
 
However, variations of Hyundai's new-generation 3.3 and 3.8-litre V6 engines are expected to debut in the 2+2 seater sports car, with the latter one likely to be the range-topper.
 
"Yes, we are developing rear-wheel drive for the next sports car," was the surprising response from Hyun Soon Lee, Executive Senior Vice President for Hyundai Motor Corporation.
 
This remark came after a suggestion from the gathered press at the opening of the 2005 Seoul motor show in South Korea that the company seek the passionate sports car route to increase its global youth appeal, rather than simply focus on quality.
 
Mr Lee's remark even caught out other Hyundai executives.
 
It is a surprising development for a model that started out as the very unsporty two-door derivation of the front-wheel drive Hyundai X2 Excel of 1990 called the S-Coupe.
 
That car's predecessor jumped up to the 1995 J2 Lantra platform to become the SX, FX and SFX Coupe until the current, sharper - but still front-wheel drive - Tiburon came into the fray in 2002.
 
A rear-wheel drive sports car is in line with Hyundai's desire to push its vehicles further upmarket.
 
Such a model willl probably share many components with a rear-wheel drive sedan in much the same way that Nissan's 350Z has spawned a range of mostly-US market Infinity products such as the G35.
 
There has been speculation for some time that Hyundai was considering releasing a luxury line of vehicles above the current, Sonata-derived Grandeur - which has just had a complete makeover and is the star of Hyundai's stand at Seoul.
 
Adding further credence to Hyundai's sports image push is its re-entry into the World Rally Championship from 2008.
 
The company says it will field an all-wheel drive "sports car" very loosely derived from the yet-to-be released Accent replacement, the front-wheel drive MC4 small car.}
 
It looks as if the V6 Delta will be the shortest-lived engine in the Company`s history, as it is being supplanted by the new, advanced, V6 Lambda in all new models."

#22 of 182 2006 by m1miata

Apr 11, 2006 (11:05 pm)

Well the current 2006 model certainly looks better than the photo above. If they wish to add RWD, that would be welcomed. If anything, lower the door window sill a bit. It looks like those in the photo are yet higher, and thus the shrinking windows, and closed in feel, much like an army personal carrier.
 
What they have now is good. Tweak the V6 for another three miles per gallon, and maybe add the RWD. Of course if they go RWD the size will increase, but let's hope it doesn't get out of hand. Lightweight and not too large - please. And no wagon wheels, 16" to 18" max is fine.
And keep the price sub $20K
-Loren

#23 of 182 Re: 2006 [m1miata] by larry1135

Apr 12, 2006 (3:46 am)

Replying to: m1miata (Apr 11, 2006 11:05 pm)
I'd rather see the front wheel drive stay since I live in Illinois where we can get some decent snow from time to time. I think for the engine the new sonata engine would be good. Just have the manual tranny option (and automatic as well) and make it 250lbs lighter then the Sonata,and you'll have a fast car.
 
The 06 Sonata does 0 to 60 in 7.4 seconds, and that is with a automatic tranny. So, imagine what the tibby would do if lighter, and with a manual.

#24 of 182 best i not be too quick to judge by m1miata

Apr 12, 2006 (10:13 am)

Well perhaps I may be too quick to judge the new look, since it really hasn't been made yet. May be cool - who knows. And if not, the current one may be a good close-out buy. Wonder if they will run $2K to $3K off? I realize, with all the stuff these cars are loaded with, the price is pretty darn fair.
 
Wonder why the Tibi doesn't sell more? No Tibi car driving clubs? Maybe Hyundai should work on club sponsorship, and get that ball rolling - just a thought.
-Loren

#25 of 182 Re: 2006 [m1miata] by wolverinejoe80

Apr 14, 2006 (12:17 am)

Replying to: m1miata (Apr 11, 2006 11:05 pm)
you must be out of your mind. that concept looks awesome!

#26 of 182 Re: 2006 [wolverinejoe80] by m1miata

Apr 17, 2006 (10:27 pm)

Replying to: wolverinejoe80 (Apr 14, 2006 12:17 am)
Well actually the grill area looks awkward, and the rest sporty streamline, yet kinda predictable. The typical flowing lines, with the too tall doors is not the best mix. Nothing wrong with having some glass area, and less steel around the middle, as in bulking up. Low and sleek is good. It may indeed look better when you actually see this car. In photos it is not as appealing to me as is the current model, which I think is one of the best efforts currently around the world for a stylish car and a lower price. The front, side and rear, all work together. While I am not a fan of the taller door window sills, it is not too much out of hand in the current model. Perhaps the next will be fine too - who knows. I noticed the Celicas have doors which are high around the shoulder area of the passengers, yet dip lower as they go towards the A pillar. This gives a little more open feel and so peripheral view of the road on each side. A good feel of speed, if nothing else.
-Loren

#28 of 182 Re: 2006 [larry1135] by harrychezt

Apr 24, 2006 (10:05 pm)

Replying to: larry1135 (Apr 12, 2006 3:46 am)
I concur, larry1135.
 
I live in the Midwest , also.
 In our household, we prefer FWD,too. Have ever since we got our first FWD car, back in 1987.
 
Anyhow, there may be some good news: Kia is supposed to get a Sporty Car around 08-09)see future vehicles here on edmunds, and other sites).
 
I am guessing that if Hyundai goes upmarket, and RWD, then Kia's will take the Tibby's (FWD) place for small, affordable, sporty cars(as to differentiate the brands, even further apart, than they are today)?
 
I had read rumors of this Hyundai going AWD, also, or akin to the Talus(HCD-9, from the autoshows eariler this year).
 
Will have to wait for official word, i guess, to know 100% for sure.

#29 of 182 Wonder by m1miata

Apr 27, 2006 (10:22 pm)

Wonder why the current Tiburon does not sell more? Doesn't seem to be advertised like the Sonata. Too bad, as it is one of the best looking cars in current production.
 
I have seen a few more pics of the concept car and it looked pretty good. Better at the different angles. RWD is a good thing, except as mentioned here in the forum, the snow conditions. What about cost. This upscale talk usually leads on to next level or two higher prices. The concept of a sports car, with a V6 and all the goodies selling as it does for under $20K is one I can embrace. I do hope they spare the Tiburon, even if they go on to build a new top of the line sports car.
 
Well, I suppose a last year of a model pricing may be a good $2K to $3K under current price. Wonder how parts would be some 10 years down the road, should a person decide to keep the little sport for friend down the road. Always thought about finding a perfect sports car and keeping it for years, though it never seems to happen. If you found say a Mustang or Vette thirty-five years ago, I suppose the parts can be found, or they are making up custom replacement parts. The Japan and Korean cars may be a different story??? OH heck, there is always the next best thing. I have a distant relative that has had one car for life - a VW. Yes, I couldn't make this stuff up. He drove it in school and is now in his late 50's or early 60's.
-Loren

#30 of 182 Re: Wonder [m1miata] by larry1135

Apr 28, 2006 (4:28 am)

Replying to: m1miata (Apr 27, 2006 10:22 pm)
If you find other pics of the Tiburon please post a link to it.

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