1989 Hyundai Sonata GL review from North America
"Bad quality, bad product"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
- Transmission problems from the very start. Started slipping @ 10,000 km, had to rebuilt @ 50,000 km and replaced it with another one @ 120,000 km.
- Lamination coat started to peel slightly and turned into a big problem.
- All 4 doors and windows seized and were broken.
- Engine oil and transmission oil leaks that started @ 150,000 km.
General comments?
Don't waste your money on this car. The amount of time and money I spent on this car was not worth the trouble. Hyundai has had a bad reputation of "junk quality" cars because they're basically not reliable. Although the ride comfort is far better than any Accord or Camry in its year.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1989 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 5 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 389000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 21st November, 2000 |