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806 messages, Last post on Nov 26, 2009 at 2:38 PM
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Replying to: ofionnachta (Oct 28, 2009 3:24 pm)
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Replying to: bgw (Oct 29, 2009 7:10 am)
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Replying to: 9394 (Oct 28, 2009 1:31 pm)
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Replying to: dona83 (Oct 29, 2009 12:33 pm) even though crude drop more than 2 dollars yesterday. ????? |
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Replying to: ofionnachta (Oct 29, 2009 9:12 am) Mine is the Canadian 2008 EX model 5-seater model.
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| Don't forget that Rondo has more options and bundled features in Canada than in US. That may make it more competitive and broaden its market there. | |
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yep, your experience is similar to mine with my two Kia's, the first a 1999 Kia Sephia sedan, and the 2nd a 2001 Kia Sportage 4X4. A few recalls, and a few minor fixes required from Technical Service Bulletins. I was on top of all of the problems as they ocurred in real time, no messing around wondering what to do. Kia Service Advisors kept me informed and the Kia was always fixed right the first time, every time, at no cost to me. The amount of money I saved by paying less for my Kia compared to other imports and domestics could then be spent by my wife and I on other things. Like fixing up old houses.  But I remain a big fan of Kia. Their Long-Haul Warranty is great, but, one must choose their dealer carefully. I was recently treated to new driver side and passenger window tinting from our Mitsubishi dealer! We were there for our Lancer's 45,000 mile service. As I started to pull away the Service Advisor comes running up to us yelling "don't roll your window down!". I hit the brakes and opened the door inquiring why. "I just tinted your windows. Don't use the power windows for a while." So we saved on the 45,000 mile package over the Mitsu dealer in Tucson's quote(the place we bought from is located in Avondale, a western burb of Phoenix, the same place we went to for our 45,000 mile service here). And we got our windows tinted for free. Now that is intelligent automotive service for you. I will remember treatment like that when it comes time to buy another Mitsubishi, which, of course, is just where they want me. But if we're treated fairly(and I watch every transaction like a hawk)I will indeed remember with the memory of a desert elephant at deal time. 
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Replying to: iluvmysephia1 (Oct 31, 2009 12:12 am) "I just tinted your windows. Don't use the power windows for a while." LOL, you're kidding, right? So, you didn't note the new tint when getting into the vehicle and the dealer did it without asking you? I don't like aftermarket window tinting so I would have been extremely upset if somebody does anything like that to my car without asking first... I would not have recommended that dealer AT ALL. Good dealers ask you first, even if it's for free |
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very similar to the OEM tintjob. It was perfectly clear with no scratches. There were scratches on the window tinting that came with the car. I could see it was beautifully done and I was thrilled they did it for free. Would've cost me at least $75 on the open market to get it re-tinted. Sheesh. Some people are beyond hard to please.  Get it-happy with the tinting. End of story. No hate required, and thankfully no Mazda's any where near.
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Replying to: conwelpic (Oct 29, 2009 3:18 pm) When I found Rondo on Kia's website I thought it might meet all these needs, but not being familiar with them I have hesitated to purchase. As I mentioned before, I don't see a lot of them around here nor know anyone who has one, while I know lots of people who have Siennas, CR-Vs, Odysseys etc. The other thing delaying our purchase is we just hate car dealerships and the entire buying experience. I would rather have root canal--and I have had several of them so I know what I am talking about. At least the endodontist does not try to gyp you blind and lie about everything imaginable.
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