Hyundai: Genesis News
07-18-2010, 12:16 PM
#2481
The 3.8 GT is the basis. From there, if you want pure performance, there's the R-Spec. If you want the performance plus the nice things, there's the 3.8 Track.
If the R-Spec was merely a dressed up version of the 3.8 GT, then I would agree with you. But it has all the performance stuff.
07-18-2010, 10:37 PM
#2483
Chloe @ 17mo
07-18-2010, 11:41 PM
#2484
This is same trick BMW uses by introducing most of its Models 4 months ahead of Audi.
http://www.autoevolution.com/news/20...dex-16518.html
The Korean model had better residual values than Honda, depreciating $640 over a three-year period less than a comparably-equipped 2010 Accord.
The Korean model had better residual values than Honda, depreciating $640 over a three-year period less than a comparably-equipped 2010 Accord.
07-19-2010, 09:52 AM
#2486
Punk Rocker
I think having a track-dedicated version a-la R-Spec is a good idea, I just don't want Hyundai to go the Porsche route and charge more money for less content. If the R-Spec doesn't have any of the luxury features of the 3.8 Track I would expect it to be less expensive as well....
07-19-2010, 11:03 AM
#2487
Race Director
^ they charge more for the exclusivity, not less content (although there are extra costs with removing stuff from a standard vehicle). A such, Hyundai could very well do the same thing.
07-19-2010, 11:21 AM
#2488
In 2010, the 2.0T R-Spec cost less than the Premium by $500 and the Track by $3,000 while offering all the performance items of the Track, without the amenities of the Premium.
So it is actually more for less. The Brembo calipers alone almost more than justify the pricing.
The 3.8 R-Spec pricing will follow a similar pattern.
So it is actually more for less. The Brembo calipers alone almost more than justify the pricing.
The 3.8 R-Spec pricing will follow a similar pattern.
07-19-2010, 08:05 PM
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07-20-2010, 06:39 AM
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How is it more form than function when the R-Spec comes with the Brembos, track tuned suspension, etc. without the un-race-like stuff such as Bluetooth, cruise control?
The 3.8 GT is the basis. From there, if you want pure performance, there's the R-Spec. If you want the performance plus the nice things, there's the 3.8 Track.
If the R-Spec was merely a dressed up version of the 3.8 GT, then I would agree with you. But it has all the performance stuff.
The 3.8 GT is the basis. From there, if you want pure performance, there's the R-Spec. If you want the performance plus the nice things, there's the 3.8 Track.
If the R-Spec was merely a dressed up version of the 3.8 GT, then I would agree with you. But it has all the performance stuff.
07-20-2010, 02:01 PM
#2495
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ No, silver is THAT bad....when compared the black.
I'm sure you can order the black trim kit, and get most of that silver gone.
I'm sure you can order the black trim kit, and get most of that silver gone.
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07-20-2010, 03:00 PM
#2497
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ The silver buttons on the climate control might look cool against the black trim.
It would break up the monolithic color a bit.
It would break up the monolithic color a bit.
07-20-2010, 03:10 PM
#2498
The sizzle in the Steak
Here's a quick down and dirty chop I did.....the black looks excellent...and the silver climate control buttons look great.
07-20-2010, 04:18 PM
#2501
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ just 4 black trim pieces to a high end looking interior 
Do it!
Do it!
07-20-2010, 04:55 PM
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I think you should take the silver pieces and have them finished in a glose white like your car appears to be.
That'd break it all up AND be different. I don't like the plain black more than the silver, personally. The silver at least makes the interior less dour.
So gloss black or gloss white!
That'd break it all up AND be different. I don't like the plain black more than the silver, personally. The silver at least makes the interior less dour.
So gloss black or gloss white!
07-20-2010, 05:03 PM
#2505
The sizzle in the Steak
Gloss white?!?! 
07-20-2010, 05:14 PM
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Here's a gloss white panel on some other car:
http://images.loqu.com/contents/856/...09-08-25/3.jpg
Looks good to me. If you don't agree, you're wrong.
http://images.loqu.com/contents/856/...09-08-25/3.jpg
Looks good to me. If you don't agree, you're wrong.
07-20-2010, 05:19 PM
#2510
The sizzle in the Steak
Looks cheaper than the silver.....and moves it into 
status.
No thanks.
status.No thanks.
07-20-2010, 05:21 PM
#2512
i'd rather keep the silver than paint it white...
i've seen pictures of the white too.. it just looks like a big blob of white in the middle
nvm found it... he painted extra parts.. but i don't think it looks good
i've seen pictures of the white too.. it just looks like a big blob of white in the middle
nvm found it... he painted extra parts.. but i don't think it looks good
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07-20-2010, 05:22 PM
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07-20-2010, 05:31 PM
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The sizzle in the Steak
that glossy white 
.......black...otherwise keep it silver
07-20-2010, 05:52 PM
#2516
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Go with a nice matte black!!!
07-20-2010, 08:42 PM
#2517
Matte black/dark grey
The silver on the steering wheel looks fine, but yeah the center console is a little ehhh
The silver on the steering wheel looks fine, but yeah the center console is a little ehhh
09-25-2010, 05:23 PM
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2010 ARK Track Time Attack Genesis
09-25-2010, 05:23 PM
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Press release...
To enhance the tunability of its most dynamic performance car ever, Hyundai has teamed with ARK Performance Inc. to develop custom parts for the Hyundai Genesis Coupe. These high-performance parts will debut on the ARK Track Time Attack Genesis Coupe 3.8L show car at SEMA 2010. The Genesis Coupe from ARK is designed for enthusiasts looking for quality performance products and inspiration for their own modifications. All of the ARK Performance parts designed for the Genesis Coupe are production ready and will soon be available for enthusiasts everywhere.
"At ARK Performance we strive to produce superior aftermarket products for vehicles enthusiasts love to tune, and our performance parts for the Genesis Coupe accomplish just that," said Ted Lee, owner, ARK Performance Inc. "The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is the ideal car for enthusiasts with its strong performance characteristics and dynamic design. The ARK Track Time Attack Genesis Coupe SEMA car demonstrates the ways tuners can improve the performance of their own Genesis Coupe."
The ARK Hyundai Genesis Coupe will showcase engine, interior, exterior, brake, wheel and suspension modifications. Among the initial performance targets, ARK is striving for 450- horsepower with engine modifications to Genesis Coupe's already powerful 306-horsepower, DOHC 3.8-liter V6 engine. As an added feature the ARK Genesis Coupe's paint scheme will be designed and completed in collaboration with artists from Hyundai's North American Design Center in Irvine, Calif.
"The performance parts from ARK will allow enthusiasts to further personalize our latest 3.8 R-Spec Genesis Coupe model," said Michael Deitz, manager, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. "The modifications made by ARK are what SEMA is all about and why we offer the R-Spec model as the ultimate upgradeable, affordable, rear-wheel drive performance platform."
Powertrain components ARK plans to customize include:
Mahle Performance Ring Set 3.8L Lambda
Brian Crower Connecting Rods – Pro Series with ARP2000
APG KOREA 3.8 Supercharger Kit
HKS M45XL Spark Plugs
APG KOREA Intercooler
APG KOREA Intercooler Piping
APG KOREA Oil Cooler
ARK True Dual GRIP Exhaust System
ARK 3-1 Dual headers
ARK Dual Downpipes
ARK Testpipes
ARK Hi Flow Intake
ARK Carbon Fiber Cooling Plate
APG KOREA ECU
Blow Off Valve
Camshafts
ARK Lightweight SC Pulley
To the brakes, wheels, tires and suspension ARK plans to customize the following:
Brakes
Brembo Big Brake System
Stainless Steel Brake Lines
DBA Drilled Slotted Rotors
Endless Brake Pads
Transmission
Clutchmaster Stage 4 Kit with Lighten Steel Chromoly Flywheel
Wheels and tires
VOLK TE37 SL (Super Lights) – Mackin Industries
Toyo Tires
Kics Lug Nuts
Kics Wheel Spacers
Suspension
ARK DTP Coilovers System
ARK Front Sway Bar
ARK Rear Sway Bar
ARK Front Strut Bar
Cusco Front Pillow Ball Mount
Cusco Front Adj. Control Arms
Cusco Front Lower Power Brace
Cusco Rear Member Power Brace
Interior upgrades include:
Apple iPad Integration Kit
Apple iPad Custom Bezel
Infinity Sound System
Blitz Guages – Provided by Driveline Motoring
Bride Zeta 3 Hyper Red Seats - Provided by Driveline Motoring
Additional Bride Fabric - Provided by Driveline Motoring
Takada Short Harness - Provided by Driveline Motoring
Shift boot - Provided by Driveline Motoring
ARK Racing Pedals
ARK 6-point Chromoly Roll Cage
Sparco Champion Edition Steering Wheel - Provided by Driveline Motoring
NRG Black Carbon Ring Quick Release - Provided by Driveline Motoring
NRG Steering Wheel Short Hub - Provided by Driveline Motoring
Sparco Seat Rails - Provided by Driveline Motoring
ARK Performance will also make moderate exterior modifications to the Genesis Coupe, including:
ARK SFX Front Bumper
ARK SFX Rear Bumper
ARK SFX Wide Front Fenders
ARK SFX Wide Rear Fender
ARK SFX Side Skirts
ARK CFX v2 Carbon Hood
ARK CFX v2 Carbon Grille
ARK Rear Diffuser
Voltex Type 1S 1480mm CF Wing - Provided By Driveline Motoring
Custom Color – Beyond Bodyshop
Graphics and Decals - JsDesigns
"At ARK Performance we strive to produce superior aftermarket products for vehicles enthusiasts love to tune, and our performance parts for the Genesis Coupe accomplish just that," said Ted Lee, owner, ARK Performance Inc. "The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is the ideal car for enthusiasts with its strong performance characteristics and dynamic design. The ARK Track Time Attack Genesis Coupe SEMA car demonstrates the ways tuners can improve the performance of their own Genesis Coupe."
The ARK Hyundai Genesis Coupe will showcase engine, interior, exterior, brake, wheel and suspension modifications. Among the initial performance targets, ARK is striving for 450- horsepower with engine modifications to Genesis Coupe's already powerful 306-horsepower, DOHC 3.8-liter V6 engine. As an added feature the ARK Genesis Coupe's paint scheme will be designed and completed in collaboration with artists from Hyundai's North American Design Center in Irvine, Calif.
"The performance parts from ARK will allow enthusiasts to further personalize our latest 3.8 R-Spec Genesis Coupe model," said Michael Deitz, manager, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. "The modifications made by ARK are what SEMA is all about and why we offer the R-Spec model as the ultimate upgradeable, affordable, rear-wheel drive performance platform."
Powertrain components ARK plans to customize include:
Mahle Performance Ring Set 3.8L Lambda
Brian Crower Connecting Rods – Pro Series with ARP2000
APG KOREA 3.8 Supercharger Kit
HKS M45XL Spark Plugs
APG KOREA Intercooler
APG KOREA Intercooler Piping
APG KOREA Oil Cooler
ARK True Dual GRIP Exhaust System
ARK 3-1 Dual headers
ARK Dual Downpipes
ARK Testpipes
ARK Hi Flow Intake
ARK Carbon Fiber Cooling Plate
APG KOREA ECU
Blow Off Valve
Camshafts
ARK Lightweight SC Pulley
To the brakes, wheels, tires and suspension ARK plans to customize the following:
Brakes
Brembo Big Brake System
Stainless Steel Brake Lines
DBA Drilled Slotted Rotors
Endless Brake Pads
Transmission
Clutchmaster Stage 4 Kit with Lighten Steel Chromoly Flywheel
Wheels and tires
VOLK TE37 SL (Super Lights) – Mackin Industries
Toyo Tires
Kics Lug Nuts
Kics Wheel Spacers
Suspension
ARK DTP Coilovers System
ARK Front Sway Bar
ARK Rear Sway Bar
ARK Front Strut Bar
Cusco Front Pillow Ball Mount
Cusco Front Adj. Control Arms
Cusco Front Lower Power Brace
Cusco Rear Member Power Brace
Interior upgrades include:
Apple iPad Integration Kit
Apple iPad Custom Bezel
Infinity Sound System
Blitz Guages – Provided by Driveline Motoring
Bride Zeta 3 Hyper Red Seats - Provided by Driveline Motoring
Additional Bride Fabric - Provided by Driveline Motoring
Takada Short Harness - Provided by Driveline Motoring
Shift boot - Provided by Driveline Motoring
ARK Racing Pedals
ARK 6-point Chromoly Roll Cage
Sparco Champion Edition Steering Wheel - Provided by Driveline Motoring
NRG Black Carbon Ring Quick Release - Provided by Driveline Motoring
NRG Steering Wheel Short Hub - Provided by Driveline Motoring
Sparco Seat Rails - Provided by Driveline Motoring
ARK Performance will also make moderate exterior modifications to the Genesis Coupe, including:
ARK SFX Front Bumper
ARK SFX Rear Bumper
ARK SFX Wide Front Fenders
ARK SFX Wide Rear Fender
ARK SFX Side Skirts
ARK CFX v2 Carbon Hood
ARK CFX v2 Carbon Grille
ARK Rear Diffuser
Voltex Type 1S 1480mm CF Wing - Provided By Driveline Motoring
Custom Color – Beyond Bodyshop
Graphics and Decals - JsDesigns