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#23 of 51 My New(?) Rio5 SX by yeddo Mar 19, 2006 (6:51 pm)
Bought my Rio 5 SX last Saturday. I REALLY like this car but have had a bad time with the dealer. The car was sold to me as a new car (it had 877 miles on it), the prep SUCKED (the car reeked of cigarettes and all they did was spray some awful cherry spray in it) and there was a cigarette burn in the front seat(They didn't even offer to replace the seat; just wanted to patch it). I have spoken to: the dealer, my lawyer and the state's attorneys office as well as Kia corporate. It's a shame that the experience of having a car as good as this has to ruined by a dealer that wants to save a few bucks. Amazing!! There's even more than that, but I won't bore you all with those details.   Like I said, the car is a delight. There was a problem I was having with some pretty sad gas mileage, but upon checking the pressure in my tires it was almost 50lbs (another part of the great prep done on the car) After adjusting the pressure (30lbs), mileage seems to be more in line with what it should be AND the ride seems to have smoothed out some. I'm interested in seeing how durable it is, having been a satisfied Toyota owner for years. Replies to this message: riomike (Mar 19, 2006 7:30 pm) yeddo (Mar 20, 2006 6:12 am)
#24 of 51 Re: My New(?) Rio5 SX [yeddo] by riomike Mar 19, 2006 (7:30 pm)
Replying to: yeddo (Mar 19, 2006 6:51 pm) Congrats on the Rio5. Sorry about the dealership problems. Just wanted to encourage you to expect the car to be very durable. I have owned 5 Kias since '98 and never had a major mechanical issue. Worst problem was an axle that needed to be replaced on my '98 Sportage which they fixed the same day and gave me a free rental.   I am very confident in my new Rio5 (my wife and I have 2). Considering that Kia quality is ten times better now then it was a few years back and I never had a problem back then, then I can assume I should have no problems whatsoever with our 2006 Rio5's!   Before my '98 switch to Kia I was also a Toyota consumer. I am glad I switched to Kia and dont plan on leaving. I am sure that despite the dealer screwing you around, you will be satisfied with your Rio5. Good luck! Replies to this message: yeddo (Mar 20, 2006 6:12 am)
#25 of 51 Re: My New(?) Rio5 SX [riomike] by yeddo Mar 20, 2006 (6:12 am)
Replying to: riomike (Mar 19, 2006 7:30 pm) Thanks for the encouraging words. It's good to hear about the durability. I like driving this car alot.
#26 of 51 What a pleasant surprise by rtimbo Apr 11, 2006 (12:16 pm)
Bought my son a 06 Rio5 3 weeks ago. Wasn't really looking for a new car, but when a local dealer advertised a brand new Rio5 with a MSRP of $14,110 as a "loss-leader" for only $6990 I couldn't resist. I hadn't done much research on the vehicle prior to purchase. I knew I was getting a great deal, but didn't realize I was also getting a great car. I am amazed by its refinement and by the advancements in quality KIA has made over the past few years. Love the sporty handling and comfortable ride.   Car did not have the power package (couldn't expect it for the price), so my son and I installed aftermarket power door locks. Installation was straight forward, but took most of a Saturday morning and afternoon.   All in all, I'm very satisfied with our Rio5 and feel fortunate that I lucked into such a great car. Replies to this message: backy (Apr 11, 2006 1:00 pm) rtimbo (Apr 11, 2006 1:55 pm) backy (Apr 11, 2006 2:23 pm) and 1 more...
#27 of 51 Re: What a pleasant surprise [rtimbo] by backy Apr 11, 2006 (1:00 pm)
Replying to: rtimbo (Apr 11, 2006 12:16 pm) $6990 for a new Rio5?? I think that must qualify as the DEAL OF THE CENTURY!!! Was that with just tax and license added? You (and your son) are very lucky people. Replies to this message: rtimbo (Apr 11, 2006 1:55 pm) backy (Apr 11, 2006 2:23 pm) rtimbo (Apr 11, 2006 3:16 pm)
#28 of 51 Re: What a pleasant surprise [backy] by rtimbo Apr 11, 2006 (1:55 pm)
Replying to: backy (Apr 11, 2006 1:00 pm) It was $7740 out the door including tax & license. Believe me we feel very lucky as people were camped out at the dealer overnight to get this deal. When the dealer opened his doors at 8 AM it became a mad house. After a heated discussion with the sales manager and the gathered throng/mob it came down to a drawing of numbers from a basket to determine who who get the 1-only deal. I was fortunate enough to draw the number one which allowed me the get the Rio at the advertised price. Needless to say, there were several dissappointed would-be buyers. I felt badly for them since they had waited so long for the opportunity and I had only been there since 7:50 AM, but not badly enough to give up, as you so aptly put it, the DEAL OF THE CENTURY. The sales manager said that, as far as he was concerned, any customer who is at his door when he opens, can buy the sale vehicle. Replies to this message: backy (Apr 11, 2006 2:23 pm) rtimbo (Apr 11, 2006 3:16 pm)
#29 of 51 Re: What a pleasant surprise [rtimbo] by backy Apr 11, 2006 (2:23 pm)
Replying to: rtimbo (Apr 11, 2006 1:55 pm) Interesting approach by the sales manager. I would think a first-come, first-served approach would be more fair. Oh well. I suppose you realize you could turn around and sell that car and make a few thousand bucks profit? Replies to this message: rtimbo (Apr 11, 2006 3:16 pm)
#30 of 51 Re: What a pleasant surprise [backy] by rtimbo Apr 11, 2006 (3:16 pm)
Replying to: backy (Apr 11, 2006 2:23 pm) With respect fist-come, first served, the sales manager's position was that he was not there all night, so could not, therefore, determine who had been there first. His solution was a compromise at best   Our thoughts are, rather than sell the car right away and pocket some quick cash(we are enjoying it too much for that), we could easily drive it for a few years and then sell it for what we originally paid.
#31 of 51 06 rio in rain? by misrie Jun 25, 2006 (7:44 am)
I recently bought a 06 rio sedan. ( HAd a jeep wrangler for years) due to long comute to work wanted to save gas $$. I bought the car for the price and warrenty. I didn't like itat all , it was just transportation. I come find I really love this little car! However, Does anyone else feel it is sloppy in the rain? I have driven front wheel cars before but this one really doesn't feel good to me. I scared thinking about my travel in the snow! Any advice? Replies to this message: chuck1959 (Jun 25, 2006 10:53 am) mwrobe1 (Jun 26, 2006 3:18 am) misrie (Jun 26, 2006 3:48 am) riomike (Jun 26, 2006 6:59 am)
#32 of 51 Re: 06 rio in rain? [misrie] by chuck1959 Jun 25, 2006 (10:53 am)
Replying to: misrie (Jun 25, 2006 7:44 am) I know it's a different year model, but I have a 04 Rio Cinco and to me it doesn't feel any different in the rain.   My 04 Cinco is my second...first one an 02 Cinco and yes you do tend to become very fond of them. So fond in fact I couldn't let go of my '02!

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