2003 Hyundai Elantra GT review from North America
"If you buy one, you will regret it.."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Black paint coming off in spots. This started with-in the first 6 months.
Door seals replaced, tires yearly, brakes (front) twice a year with rotors.
Rear wheel hubs, clutch going bad at 40,000 miles (I normally get 100,000 plus on a clutch...)
Lower control arm snapped a week ago (rusted through; thank God no one was hurt).
Rear emergency brake cables, both sides, twice.
Motor is tapping now.
O2 sensors.
All this on a car I really take care of.. I maintain it by the book. Never missed an oil change by more than 100 miles. The front end gets aligned every time I get tires.
General comments?
Do not buy this car. It is cheaply built. I've tried to talk to the Hyundai rep, but he/she never calls me back.
Customer service is that bad.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L Manual |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 3/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 4 miles |
| Most recent distance | 48234 miles |
| Previous car | Lincoln Town Car |
| Date of Entry | 11th April, 2008 |