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#1 of 15 Really enjoying the Veracruz by worldrevolver Jan 15, 2009 (7:10 am)
Anyone else just pleased to own a Veracruz?   The seats are so comfortable, the a/c system gets up to temp promptly, XM radio is a diverse treat, the ride is smooth and quiet, visibility is good in all directions, plenty of power under the hood, etc.   I just enjoy every second I have been in this vehicle so far and look forward to getting into it each day!   Came to this vehicle from a 1997 Trooper. The Trooper was a champion but did not have the comfort and amenities present in the Veracruz.   Gaga for Veracruz? I think I am. Replies to this message: fpostadan (Jan 15, 2009 10:28 pm) acdii (Feb 13, 2009 7:56 am) jrsactown (Mar 09, 2009 6:28 pm) scott613 (Mar 09, 2009 7:04 pm)
#2 of 15 Re: Really enjoying the Veracruz [worldrevolver] by fpostadan Jan 15, 2009 (10:28 pm)
Replying to: worldrevolver (Jan 15, 2009 7:10 am) I feel the same way you do except I am not subscribing to XM.   Took it to the Sierra Nevadas towards Lake Tahoe after a snowstorm in the morning. Veracruz gripped to the road like a champion. Felt very stable and powerful heavy underneath going about 40-50 mph under snow on road conditions. Practiced the Shiftronics too a few times as recommended. Throughout the trip I used the AWD lock as well.   The ride is remarkable passed the impressed stage now.   Had a full load of passengers into Reno after and the first thing commented on inside was - alot or room.   I hope this vehicle will last long.   2008 LMTD AWD
#3 of 15 Re: Really enjoying the Veracruz by JustMyThoughts Jan 20, 2009 (8:31 pm)
My wife and I were ready to buy a Santa Fe when the dealer told us about an extra $2K discount they were offering (on top of the $4K Rebate). We drove the Veracruz - loved it - and never looked back. Not two weeks after we got it, I drove from the midwest to Denver, through snow storms and sub zero temps - loaded to the gills with my 2 adult children, my grand daughter and a load of houshold goods. It drove wonderfully, was smooth, quiet and I felt absolutely confident in the way it handled the weather. I really - REALLY - enjoy driving it. My wife loves it because it drives "like a car", but has the room of a minivan.
#4 of 15 by worldrevolver Jan 21, 2009 (11:44 am)
"Drives like a car" Absolutely.   About 5 years ago I was on a business trip and rode in a clients car. He owned a Cadillac that was only about a year old and I wish I could remember exactly which one it was. Regardless, what I remember is just how amazingly quiet the engine was and how smooth and powerful it felt. He liked to show it off, accelerating quickly from stoplights and such.   The Veracruz is the first car I have ridden in since that experience that delivers a very similar feel.
#5 of 15 Re: Really enjoying the Veracruz [worldrevolver] by acdii Feb 13, 2009 (7:56 am)
Replying to: worldrevolver (Jan 15, 2009 7:10 am) Ditto, and to make sure I don't get too used to it, I drive my Camry Hybrid every day, so when I do take the VC out, it is like a special treat for me. I also want to keep it as new looking as possible for as long as possible, and it ticks me off to no end when the kids make a mess in it. I didn't want to drive it in the snow to avoid getting the snow/salt mix inside, but it happened anyway and I'm bummed, waiting for warm weather so I can clean it out and make it pristine again.   To me the VC is like some other guys sports car that he takes out on a clear sunny day. When the weather warms up this spring I plan to run a few tanks of premium through it and see if what Hyundai claims holds true, more power!!!
#6 of 15 by worldrevolver Feb 18, 2009 (10:52 am)
acdii,   not sure if you are interested in these but I got them for my VC and love them.   Weathertech floormats. I bought the digital fit versions and they are exactly as described and fit perfectly. These have kept my gray interior spotless. The drivers side mat even rides up on the left floor board "foot block" high enough to prevent getting anything on that carpeted section.   http://www.weathertech.com/store/mvp.aspx?VehId=1288&Year=2008&CustomerVehId=0 Replies to this message: acdii (Feb 18, 2009 12:09 pm)
#7 of 15 Re: [worldrevolver] by acdii Feb 18, 2009 (12:09 pm)
Replying to: worldrevolver (Feb 18, 2009 10:52 am) Yep, I have those, problem I have is they seem to like to ride up and expose a small portion of the carpet, I need to find a way to get them to stay put, maybe some velcro on the back. The nubs used for the factory mats are causing this. Its the big footed Teen that tends to push the mats out of the way in the back seats, no matter how many times I dope slap him!
#8 of 15 3rd row seating by murphy4 Feb 19, 2009 (9:38 pm)
how easy is it to get into the 3rd row. I have 3 young boys and I need the 3rd row. Replies to this message: acdii (Feb 20, 2009 12:29 pm)
#9 of 15 Re: 3rd row seating [murphy4] by acdii Feb 20, 2009 (12:29 pm)
Replying to: murphy4 (Feb 19, 2009 9:38 pm) Pretty easy, there is a hand hold in the wheel well inside where you can pull yourself up into the back, the Seats move real easy, there is a lever on the side of the seat back you flip up and the whole seat slides forward. With the seat forward there is enough room that if you have a car seat in the third row like I do, it is easy to climb in there to buckle the kid in.
#10 of 15 Re: Really enjoying the Veracruz [worldrevolver] by jrsactown Mar 09, 2009 (6:28 pm)
Replying to: worldrevolver (Jan 15, 2009 7:10 am) My Wife and I love our 07 Veracruz Limited AWD. We were one of the first 500 VC owners. Purchased on Mothers Day May 07, for $33,000+tax Now have 27,000 miles and no major problems at all. TPMS light was fixed,headlights adjusted, and recall on fuel filter, all under warranty. Getting 20 MPG on average To make it look more sporty, I added a front mask, and custom door mouldings, really helps keep dents away. I also added gold plating to name badges. Next purchase will be a new dark floor mats, the beige interior shows the dirt. Highly recomend the VC Replies to this message: scott613 (Mar 09, 2009 7:04 pm)

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