Hyundai: Genesis News
07-09-2008, 09:18 AM
#1242
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Originally Posted by I Go To Costco
I don't know if you were referring to the Accord EX-L V6 coupe with regards to performance or pricing, but compared to the previous things that Hyundais were compared with (e.g. 
) I'd say they're in pretty good company at that point.
I like the paint-matching inserts on the seats... clearly seen on both the front and rear seats in pic #2. Don't see that as an option on the Accord coupe....?
) I'd say they're in pretty good company at that point.I like the paint-matching inserts on the seats... clearly seen on both the front and rear seats in pic #2. Don't see that as an option on the Accord coupe....?
07-09-2008, 04:59 PM
#1246
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Originally Posted by mltk53
and whats this wing emblem u guys are talkin about?
07-10-2008, 07:38 AM
#1249
Originally Posted by chungkopi
http://forums.thecarlounge.com/zerothread?id=3911400
someone bought a genesis and posted bunch of pics.
i like everything but the wheel.
someone bought a genesis and posted bunch of pics.
i like everything but the wheel.
Seriously though, I love my Genesis. The wheels, much like the grill, are best appreciated in person. Just my biased opinion of course.
On a side note, I noticed after applying the Genesis badges that they are slightly different than the Korean version. If you look closely the wings on my badges slope upward, whereas the wings on the Korean market badges are more flat. Someone said they might have done this due to some sort of copyright. I was under the impression I was getting the "real deal", but maybe not? FWIW, I purchased them from Korean Auto Imports: http://www.koreanautoimports.com/sto...110eaf4274bf3f
In the end it doesn't really matter because they seem like good quality and I love the way they look.
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07-10-2008, 07:47 AM
#1251
Originally Posted by Ninety9
looks like a benz body, beemer tails, with almost a play out of the lexus IS-F playbook with those doubled, stack-like chrome exhaust tips.
07-10-2008, 11:52 AM
#1253
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Originally Posted by jwaters943
Can a mod please fix my post so the pics aren't side by side?
07-10-2008, 01:18 PM
#1254
hail to the victors
Originally Posted by jwaters943
Someone? Someone!?!? I'm just kidding.
Seriously though, I love my Genesis. The wheels, much like the grill, are best appreciated in person. Just my biased opinion of course.
On a side note, I noticed after applying the Genesis badges that they are slightly different than the Korean version. If you look closely the wings on my badges slope upward, whereas the wings on the Korean market badges are more flat. Someone said they might have done this due to some sort of copyright. I was under the impression I was getting the "real deal", but maybe not? FWIW, I purchased them from Korean Auto Imports: http://www.koreanautoimports.com/sto...110eaf4274bf3f
In the end it doesn't really matter because they seem like good quality and I love the way they look.
Seriously though, I love my Genesis. The wheels, much like the grill, are best appreciated in person. Just my biased opinion of course.
On a side note, I noticed after applying the Genesis badges that they are slightly different than the Korean version. If you look closely the wings on my badges slope upward, whereas the wings on the Korean market badges are more flat. Someone said they might have done this due to some sort of copyright. I was under the impression I was getting the "real deal", but maybe not? FWIW, I purchased them from Korean Auto Imports: http://www.koreanautoimports.com/sto...110eaf4274bf3f
In the end it doesn't really matter because they seem like good quality and I love the way they look.
damn! it was yours! well congrats!
07-11-2008, 11:44 AM
#1256
I'm in Reno. I picked it up in Roseville. It's a 3.8l w/ Premium Plus Package. The acceleration on the V6 is quite impressive. Very comparable, if not quicker than my old GS430. I fully believe Hyundai's claim that the V6 is only .5 slower 0-60 than the V8. I'm sure the weight advantage helps (the V6 is 250+ lbs. lighter than the V8)l.
07-11-2008, 12:13 PM
#1257
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Originally Posted by jwaters943
I'm in Reno. I picked it up in Roseville. It's a 3.8l w/ Premium Plus Package. The acceleration on the V6 is quite impressive. Very comparable, if not quicker than my old GS430. I fully believe Hyundai's claim that the V6 is only .5 slower 0-60 than the V8. I'm sure the weight advantage helps (the V6 is 250+ lbs. lighter than the V8)l.
Nice car
07-11-2008, 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted by charliemike
We demand copious amounts of pictures and a review in Car Talk pronto mister!
Nice car
Nice car
go to the following site:
link
Hope you like~~ (Borat impression)
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07-11-2008, 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by jwaters943
I'm in Reno. I picked it up in Roseville. It's a 3.8l w/ Premium Plus Package. The acceleration on the V6 is quite impressive. Very comparable, if not quicker than my old GS430. I fully believe Hyundai's claim that the V6 is only .5 slower 0-60 than the V8. I'm sure the weight advantage helps (the V6 is 250+ lbs. lighter than the V8)l.
My guess would be right then. See important information below:
0-60 and quarter mile acceleration:
'09 Genesis 3.8 > 3rd gen Acura TL 5AT
Might be a tad slower than an 3rd gen Acura TL 6MT and Type-S 6MT.
Thanks for the reply.
07-12-2008, 04:32 PM
#1262
I'm Down Right Fierce!
Goddamn it. I love everything about this car. When does this thing debut in the U.S.?
Maybe I should hold off on trading in the TL-S this winter and wait for this thing to come out...
Maybe I should hold off on trading in the TL-S this winter and wait for this thing to come out...
07-12-2008, 04:40 PM
#1263
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Originally Posted by BraveDemon
Goddamn it. I love everything about this car. When does this thing debut in the U.S.?
Maybe I should hold off on trading in the TL-S this winter and wait for this thing to come out...
Maybe I should hold off on trading in the TL-S this winter and wait for this thing to come out...
As tempted as I am on a daily basis to trade in my Mazdaspeed3 (and I have major upgrade-itis), I'm going to exhibit some self-control and wait two years and then pick up a A5 S-Line used for about $26-28k instead of $45k new. Audi says their lease residuals are 61% after 24 months so I have to figure that's the high side of generous ...
$700/mo depreciation FTL
07-12-2008, 07:21 PM
#1264
I'm Down Right Fierce!
Originally Posted by charliemike
I thought it was going to be out by then?
As tempted as I am on a daily basis to trade in my Mazdaspeed3 (and I have major upgrade-itis), I'm going to exhibit some self-control and wait two years and then pick up a A5 S-Line used for about $26-28k instead of $45k new. Audi says their lease residuals are 61% after 24 months so I have to figure that's the high side of generous ...
$700/mo depreciation FTL
As tempted as I am on a daily basis to trade in my Mazdaspeed3 (and I have major upgrade-itis), I'm going to exhibit some self-control and wait two years and then pick up a A5 S-Line used for about $26-28k instead of $45k new. Audi says their lease residuals are 61% after 24 months so I have to figure that's the high side of generous ...
$700/mo depreciation FTL
I mean i think $27k for the V6 Genesis coupe would be a great deal, but if depreciation values on that sucker is horrible, I'd bash my head into the dash of the Genesis Coupe no matter how much I liked it.
Guess Evo X it is for a few years. Then maybe I can get the Gen Coupe used for a ton less in a couple years to use as a DD.
But goddamn. Audi's depreciate that much? Ugh...
07-12-2008, 10:08 PM
#1266
hail to the victors
07-12-2008, 10:48 PM
#1269
hail to the victors
yup. it has that weird thingy in the middle. i would like to see it without it. or have the winged logo on it. but overall, the black looks sexy as hell.
07-12-2008, 11:41 PM
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Originally Posted by BraveDemon
Shit good point about the depreciation value.
I mean i think $27k for the V6 Genesis coupe would be a great deal, but if depreciation values on that sucker is horrible, I'd bash my head into the dash of the Genesis Coupe no matter how much I liked it.
Guess Evo X it is for a few years. Then maybe I can get the Gen Coupe used for a ton less in a couple years to use as a DD.
But goddamn. Audi's depreciate that much? Ugh...
I mean i think $27k for the V6 Genesis coupe would be a great deal, but if depreciation values on that sucker is horrible, I'd bash my head into the dash of the Genesis Coupe no matter how much I liked it.
Guess Evo X it is for a few years. Then maybe I can get the Gen Coupe used for a ton less in a couple years to use as a DD.
But goddamn. Audi's depreciate that much? Ugh...
07-13-2008, 02:48 AM
#1271
Go Giants
So you can build it now on the website....Not that cheap...
07-13-2008, 07:15 AM
#1272
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Originally Posted by BraveDemon
When does this thing debut in the U.S.?
Depreciation sucks on any car... my CL is worth 1/3 what i paid for it 5 years ago, so as much as I like the Gen Coupe, I think I'll wait till they hit the used car market... My CL is the first car I bought brand new, and I don't think I want to deal with the depreciation hit on a new again anytime soon.
If any one is thinking about doing the same, remember that Hyundai's 100K mile warranty is only available to the original owner. The warranty drops to 5 yr/60K on the second owner
07-13-2008, 10:21 AM
#1273
Compared to what, other Hyundais? The Veracruz goes for $37k fully-loaded FWIW.
But seriously, find me another RWD sedan that offers the feature content, horsepower, size, and quality of materials as the Genesis for the same or less money. The G8 is one of the few cars of similar size/power that I can think of that is cheaper. Then again, you can't get any of the following on a G8:
-Bluetooth
-Navigation
-HIDs
-Cooled drivers seat
-Power rear sunshade
-Memory seating w/ full power adjustment
-Lexicon Surround audio system w/ hard drive music storage
-Laminated acoustic windshield/side window glass
-Power tilt/telescope steering wheel
-Etc.
The price range of $32,250 for a base V6 to $41,250 (pre-destination) for a fully-loaded V8 makes this car a hell of a bargain IMO. To put that in further perspective, you can spend that much or more on a 135i or 328i. Granted, the Genesis doesn't have the prestige or the razor sharp handling of the BMWs. Then again, they don't have the space, comfort, or ride quality of the Genesis. It's all about priorities.
But seriously, find me another RWD sedan that offers the feature content, horsepower, size, and quality of materials as the Genesis for the same or less money. The G8 is one of the few cars of similar size/power that I can think of that is cheaper. Then again, you can't get any of the following on a G8:
-Bluetooth
-Navigation
-HIDs
-Cooled drivers seat
-Power rear sunshade
-Memory seating w/ full power adjustment
-Lexicon Surround audio system w/ hard drive music storage
-Laminated acoustic windshield/side window glass
-Power tilt/telescope steering wheel
-Etc.
The price range of $32,250 for a base V6 to $41,250 (pre-destination) for a fully-loaded V8 makes this car a hell of a bargain IMO. To put that in further perspective, you can spend that much or more on a 135i or 328i. Granted, the Genesis doesn't have the prestige or the razor sharp handling of the BMWs. Then again, they don't have the space, comfort, or ride quality of the Genesis. It's all about priorities.
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07-13-2008, 11:52 AM
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Originally Posted by chungkopi
yup. it has that weird thingy in the middle. i would like to see it without it. or have the winged logo on it. but overall, the black looks sexy as hell.
That grill looks much better than the U.S. version... Me don't like US version.. ugly as hell.... or I want the H badge grill. Now that's the killer.
07-13-2008, 12:19 PM
#1277
hail to the victors
eventually these can be had for around 27k-36k in spring. we almost bought a 06 sonata v6 for 18.5k. that was almost 5k off. we didn't buy it, but man they were trying to get it off the lot like they don't even care. they were selling azeras at 23-25k. if you want a small 4 banger elantra is a great buy because it can be had for 14.5k OTD. that's 3-4 grand cheaper than the best deal you can have for civic and both have same mileage but elantra is much much roomier. santa fe 3.3 can be had around 21k-24k.
bottom line it's not a good time to buy a genesis right now. hyundai will sell them 27k-36k around spring time. now that's a great fuckin deal.
bottom line it's not a good time to buy a genesis right now. hyundai will sell them 27k-36k around spring time. now that's a great fuckin deal.
07-13-2008, 12:56 PM
#1278
Originally Posted by Manual Transmission
This is the ultimate badge grill i'm talking about. Best looking one ever.
Or I'll take the Korean version.
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Or I'll take the Korean version.
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