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72 messages,  Last post on Oct 19, 2012 at 3:09 PM

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What is this discussion about? Hyundai Veloster, Coupe, Hatchback

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#64 of 72 Re: too soon [guga] by backy

Jun 24, 2012 (10:34 am)

Replying to: guga (Jun 24, 2012 12:06 am)
Long test drives are a great idea when buying a car... including hills/freeway entrances. Then the buyer knows if performance is acceptable for his/her needs.

#65 of 72 Re: too soon [guga] by ivan_99

Jun 24, 2012 (10:46 am)

Replying to: guga (Jun 24, 2012 12:06 am)
I drove one, other than not fitting in the vehicle, the power is what dissuaded me.
 
I'm not certain if the power deliver is similar or competitive with others in this class, but I knew from the first corner that it wasn't enough for me.
 
I drove it in November 2011. The salesman told me there would be a turbo model coming...and I read online a few months earlier that a turbo would be coming.
 
I don't think Hyundai will have a special program to "upgrade"...but the dealer probably will give you a "deal"; I doubt it will be at cost.

#66 of 72 Re: too soon [ivan_99] by bpizzuti

Jun 24, 2012 (11:38 am)

Replying to: ivan_99 (Jun 24, 2012 10:46 am)
The Turbo is theoretically "here" though my dealer hasn't gotten one in yet. They were hoping to have one on yesterday's delivery, but no such luck (no Elantra GT either). Maybe by next weekend. They actually have 5 or 6 regular Velosters on the lot, which kind of surprised me considering Edmunds recently reported they're turning in 15 days.

#67 of 72 "co-owner" by parrotsquawk

Jul 16, 2012 (7:45 am)

As the "co-signer" (my wife made me co-sign for her friend!) on a 2012, I had no input into the car selection. However, as a Hyundai owner (2001 XG300 - totaled but saved my life!, and my current 2009 Azera Limited) I was not unhappy with the choice...with some minor exceptions:
the car doesn't come with back-up sensors standard and garage door openers build into the the mirror. In today's market, both of those things are almost base-level items.
 
Note: I did not negotiate anything on behalf of this woman for this car: I would have upgraded her to the '13 Turbo with the Nav and the bells and whistles. I got my wife to do that on her '11 Fusion Hybrid (she was kicking and screaming about the extra 2 grand) but now she loves it.
 
Final note: This was the best car transaction in terms of dealer-customer interaction I ever had. There was absolutely no pressure to buy any add-ons at the last minute, all papers were clearly explained to her (and me) and actual hard tags were placed on the vehicle before she drove off the lot (not a common occurrence in Florida.) While the deal was being written up, the salesman took her 13 year old son for a ride in his current dream car, a 2012 Camaro ZL1.
 
The dealership: Palm Automall in Punta Gorda Florida.

#69 of 72 Spare Tire by ginns5

Oct 17, 2012 (6:25 am)

Do-nut spare tire is finally available, bought it for $300.00!Had to go to Goodyear to get it mounted.Fits well into the compartment.I did change the 40 series tires for 45, top of the line Goodyears (Corvette tires).The difference in ride and handling is dramatically improved.Recently took a 2000 mile trip of hard driving, averaged about 33 mpg.Continually impressed with navigation,has worked very well.Head rests remain the only main issue, along with lights for night driving.

#70 of 72 ginns5... by iluvmysephia1

Oct 17, 2012 (2:48 pm)

remind of what the headrest issue is again with the Hyundai Veloster. Forgot.

#71 of 72 headrests by ginns5

Oct 17, 2012 (2:54 pm)

Headrests have no fore and aft adjustment , are too far forward for comfort, you can't lean back into the seat easily.

#72 of 72 Bummer... by iluvmysephia1

Oct 19, 2012 (3:09 pm)

that doesn't sound very comfortable with the new Hyundai Veloster's headrests. I would think that Hyundai would be getting right on fixing that, eh?

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