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#1 of 62 Kia Spectra: Prices Paid & Buying Experience by Car_man HOST

Jul 24, 2006 (3:35 am)

Please use the following discussion to post your experiences when shopping for an Kia Spectra, including how much you paid if you'd like. Thanks.
 
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#2 of 62 Re: Kia Spectra: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [Car_man] by jmharn

Sep 14, 2007 (7:08 am)

Replying to: Car_man (Jul 24, 2006 3:35 am)
A dealer is ready to offer me $14.5K for Spectra EX. That is after $1500 rebates.
 
After reading the other forums like the Spectra5 prices, is this a good deal? I have a hunch that it will not be.
 
Can someone share how much they pay for their 2007 SPectra EX or SX?

#3 of 62 Kia Price - Canada by prairiewriter

Sep 14, 2007 (6:23 pm)

I’ve been hunting and hunting for a 2007 Spectra LX with the convenience package and automatic. I’ve contacted at least 6 dealers, and the best price I can get is $18,861.30 (CAN) inclusive of fees and taxes. This includes the trade of my 1998 Toyota Corolla with 140000 km. I can’t believe some of the prices I’ve seen posted in this and other forums. Even with the exchange rate, US buyers are getting amazing deals! The reason I am looking now is due to the great financing on offer. I really like the Kia and will likely take the plunge tomorrow. If any Canadians are reading, let me know how badly I’m getting ripped off!
 
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#4 of 62 Possible purchase by netranger4

Oct 20, 2007 (11:06 pm)

Time to rrade cars. Replacing my present and so far dependable, 2002 Taurus. This car has made 5 round trips to the West from my home in the Midwest with zero problems. (2200 miles each way.) Test drove a 2007 Spectra EX (4A) today. This car had 6100 miles from the first owner. Was impressed with many features but after reading the 2007 brochure, I'm confused by what is either a misprint on the specification pages or have the specifications changed?
 
One one page it states that ABS is an option on the EX Sedan. On the opposite page it states that ABS is standard, but optional on the SX sedan and 5 models. Anyone have a comment on this?
 
In reading the service problems with this model, I'm hesitant to make a purchase. Since Kia allows no deviation from the service interval mileages, and apparently disallows warranty claims (according to one post)if you are over the service interval by fractional miles. Obviously there is little or no leeway (plus or minus) permitted.
 
My cars are dealer serviced every 3,000 miles and inspected for any potential problems. However, there have been instances where the mileage has been exceeded by 100 miles.
 
Checking the owners service record for this particular car reveals that the intial 3,000 mile service was either not performed on not recorded in the service record. According to some postings for this make and model, many dealers simply refuse to honor any warranty problems based on this.
 
Your comments are welcomed and appreciated.

#5 of 62 Re: Possible purchase [netranger4] by isellkias

Oct 23, 2007 (4:50 pm)

Replying to: netranger4 (Oct 20, 2007 11:06 pm)
first off kia's oil changes have 2 seperate intervals. there is a 7500 (no stop and go/long trip only) and a service interval that is for "severe" (small trips without engine runnig for long period of time/stop and go/city.) next ABS IS ONLY OPTIONAL ON SX AND SPECTRA 5. NOT AVAILIBLE ON ANY LX OR EX SPECTRA. never has been never will be. you do realize that if you purchase the used vs the new you will only retain the 5-60 bumper to bumper and you will lose the 10yr-100000 powertrain warranty. you will retain the 5yr 60 as your powertrain coverage. you also do still get the remaining balance of the 5yr 60k roadside assistance coverage. just make sure you would want a used one because kia is offering some agressive rebates on the new ones. you can get them in the range of 13900 plus tax and tags

#6 of 62 Re: Possible purchase [isellkias] by netranger4

Oct 23, 2007 (9:56 pm)

Replying to: isellkias (Oct 23, 2007 4:50 pm)
Thanks for the valuable information on the servicing and oil change intervals. The brochure is somewhat vaguely arranged regarding the ABS system. IMHO.
 
I've read many reviews, many favorable, some otherwise on this model. One recurrent comment regarding the quality of the service departments appears frequently. Since you sell the product, this definitely does not help either the car's reputation or inspire the public's confidence in the dealer body.
 
Traveling West, as I do each Fall, I take note of the makes and frequency of sightings of cars with out-of-state plates at far distances from their home state. Over the last several years I've only spotted one Spectra (in Nebraska) with Connecticut tags. There are plenty of Sorentos and Kia vans however.
  
Thanks for the advice on purchasing new versus used.

#7 of 62 Re: Service Interval..and lights shutting off by krutm

Nov 07, 2007 (3:45 pm)

Replying to: isellkias (Oct 23, 2007 4:50 pm)
Hi, I just saw your post and think I too may be making a mistake, if I understand you correctly. I recently purchased (new)2007 Sedona and a Spectra. I thought manual said it needs service/oil change every 7500 miles. I drive mostly city driving.did I get this wrong? Also- do you know if I have to do oil changes and services at a KIA dealership in order to maintain the warrantee? Lastly, once I am writing to you- would you or anyone know why -on both Sedona and Spectra- once every 2 weeks or so I shut off car and find the parking lights stay on.I do not have a setting marked "auto" ut I leave switch on the picture of the eyes and lights USUALLY go on automatically and off whenever I shut car...except once in a while ...???... I appreciate any help you can give me .Thanks.

#8 of 62 Re: Service Interval..and lights shutting off [krutm] by netranger4

Nov 07, 2007 (10:53 pm)

Replying to: krutm (Nov 07, 2007 3:45 pm)
Not having purchased a Spectra as yet, and after reading the brochures and talking with salespeople, it's my understanding that when you open the drivers door, with the engine off, the lights automatically shut off.
 
According to the post from ISELLKIAS there are two oil change intervals. One is for no stop/go or long distance trips,(7500 miles) and one for stop/go driving i.e. city, where engine is turned off frequently. He did not mention what that stop/go mileage interval was.
 
Personally, I change oil/filter every 3K miles, regardless of what the owner's manual says. Outside of one battery failure, my present car has 63K with NO problems.
 
According to posts on the consumer ratings page, Kia is very, very strict on changing oil (according to that posting) within 5 miles of recommended mileage, OR they will not honor related warranty claims. This posting may be a little over the top, but check with your dealer to see if this is correct or just the requirements of that owners' dealer. From the various postings in the consumer ratings pages, warranty service for obvious defects may or may not be easy to obtain.
 
From the number of postings on the Spectra consumer ratings pages, it seems like many folks have experienced difficulty in trying to get warranty repairs.

#9 of 62 Re: Service Interval..and lights shutting off [krutm] by netranger4

Nov 07, 2007 (11:03 pm)

Replying to: krutm (Nov 07, 2007 3:45 pm)
Sorry to have overlooked your question on dealer servicing.
 
My experience has been very positive in that respect. I'd strongly recommend dealer only servicing. If a warranty issue comes up, you've got records to prove that a defect exists since only the dealer has serviced the vehicle. This policy can avoid disputes over who's responsible for the work.
 
Is it more costly? Definitely. Does it pay off in the long run? Definitely.

#10 of 62 2008 spectra LX by sam96

Apr 02, 2008 (9:41 pm)

$15505 - price w/ AC, tint, Automatic transmission, no electric windows nope..
-1000 trade in
-1500 rebate
so...
 
sound like BS or what folks
 
$13,505 + TTL
 
in TX
 
good bad? these are my options

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