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#5 of 13 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 Replies to this message: netranger4 (Oct 23, 2007 9:56 pm) krutm (Nov 07, 2007 3:45 pm) netranger4 (Nov 07, 2007 10:53 pm) netranger4 (Nov 07, 2007 11:03 pm)
#6 of 13 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 13 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. Replies to this message: netranger4 (Nov 07, 2007 10:53 pm) netranger4 (Nov 07, 2007 11:03 pm)
#8 of 13 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 13 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 13 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 Replies to this message: arennitas (Apr 10, 2008 10:21 am)
#11 of 13 Re: 2008 spectra LX [sam96] by arennitas Apr 10, 2008 (10:21 am)
Replying to: sam96 (Apr 02, 2008 9:41 pm) Sounds kind of ok, not great. We are looking at a deal for a 2008 spectra :   $15k AC, automatic, electric everything No trade in Cruise Control $250-350 The deal offered was $13,992 with 0% financing over 60 months & mad warranties But thats in Oregon...
#12 of 13 Spetra EX by roscoe62 Jun 16, 2008 (1:18 pm)
Ok I have a price of $11,990 on a 2008 Spetra EX manual with cruise. I'm thinking from my research so far that this is a pretty good price. It's about $1,000 less than Edmunds TMV for my area on this car. What do you all think????? Replies to this message: jfritsch (Jun 17, 2008 1:15 am)
#13 of 13 Re: Spetra EX [roscoe62] by jfritsch Jun 17, 2008 (1:15 am)
Replying to: roscoe62 (Jun 16, 2008 1:18 pm) Edmunds TMV is usually nothing to write home about, but if you look the trade in value of a used 07 spectra like the one you want with 16000 miles and outstanding condition (kbb.com) , and its about 10k, 12000 for a new one would be a good deal.   Also email 5 or more hyundai dealers within 100 miles of your home (hyundai website) for bids on an elantra gls with pwr pkg manual or auto (16000 or 17000msrp) and see what you can do last week of the month. Some dealers around the country have been letting them go for 12000 and 13000 and they are a significantly better car with more options std.   Good luck --jjf   Ok I have a price of $11,990 on a 2008 Spetra EX manual with cruise. I'm thinking from my research so far that this is a pretty good price. It's about $1,000 less than Edmunds TMV for my area on this car. What do you all think?????

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