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Replying to: backy (Feb 08, 2008 9:36 pm) I was actually considering a hyundai - for the first time ever. When I saw the prices I came to the obvious conclusion that it would not be a good idea. In a few years down the road I am sure that it would be a horrible financial mistake. I wish hyundai well, but think they may be more impressed with their product than the market.
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Looks like it will be a Blueconnect dealer or port installation in the headliner or sunglass holder. The speaker and the microphone are integrated in one unit, so it just needs to connected to power.    I see it's offered on other 2008 Hyundais (like the Elantra and Azera) for the same suggested price of $325, but they do not specify that installation charges are included for $325. Blueconnect looks OEM integrated with color matching to most interiors when installed and works well, but the disadvantage is that it isn't integrated into the stereo so you don't get caller ID or audio through the stereo. You will need to use your phone screen to see caller-id and you will need to mute the stereo yourself when a call comes in. You can mount your phone with a vent mount or cup holder mount  so you can look at caller id without picking up the phone or maybe use custom ring tones on your phone so you can hear who it is by the ring tone is if one of your contacts are calling. You can phone dial new numbers and contacts with voice tags by voice. See the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuEBnhw_LHs |
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Replying to: jaxs1 (Feb 09, 2008 11:55 am)
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Replying to: juxto (Feb 09, 2008 9:00 am) So looking at history, I think it's reasonable to assume that within a few months, you will be able to get $4000-5000 off list on a 2009 Sonata. Those are common discounts on the 2008s now. For example, a well-equipped GLS AT (with convenience package) would then be around $16k +/-. What other car in its class offers what the Sonata does at that kind of price? And if you buy the car at a good discount and keep it for a few years, the financial picture won't be any worse and may be better than if you were to buy something like an Accord. But run the numbers for yourself. |
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Replying to: howard18 (Feb 09, 2008 12:14 pm) The microphone placement in the ceiling would be better than where you would need to put a portable gps (so callers should hear you better) You can dial any phone number by voice ("dial 555-7683").
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Replying to: juxto (Feb 09, 2008 9:00 am) How old is the (model year) of the car? How many miles? What was the actual purchase price (not the MSRP)? How has that year make/model stood up? What is the current make/model selling for new now? As new model years go up in price that tends to bolster the used car value of the same model. Hyundai seems to be increasing its MSRP quite a bit recently. Our 2007 Sonata SE purchased 50 weeks ago had an MSRP of $22,005, we paid $16,651 plus fees & tax for OTD  $18,189. The increased price for the '09's will keep up the used car value of the '07 (and my '05).
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Replying to: jaxs1 (Feb 09, 2008 11:55 am) The only question that remains is if $325 is the installed price or just the price of the accessory part. You can order the part yourself for $249 at Amazon.com if all you get for $325 is the part and you still need to pay an hour of dealer rate labor to get it installed.  http://autosupermart.com/store/shop/news/PR/2007hyundaiveracruz.html |
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Replying to: jaxs1 (Feb 09, 2008 11:55 am)
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Replying to: backy (Feb 09, 2008 1:27 pm) "All prices are suggested and dealer prices may vary. Installation of accessories is extra." Some of the accessories are things like floor mats and cargo mats that they will "install" for you for no charge.
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Replying to: jaxs1 (Feb 09, 2008 2:33 pm) 
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