1997 Hyundai Accent GT review from North America
"Piece of junk!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The paint is very thin, dents and dings come easily.
Timing chain tensioner broke bending my valves, and putting a hole in the head cover. The car was still under warranty, but it took three months to get the car back from the dealer.
The paint around the mirrors is peeling.
Metal sunroof deflector is rusted.
The plastic parts break easily and often.
Buying this car was the biggest mistake of my life.
General comments?
Gas milage is good.
The car looks sporty and handles fairly well.
Its almost paid for.
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| My 1996 Accent lasted 10 years and 235 000km. R.I.P |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 DOHC Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 2000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 76000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 1st October, 2001 |