1998 Hyundai Tiburon FX review from North America

I needed to replace the brake rotors shortly after buying the car.

I also had to replace a wheel bearing and had both replaced the same time as the brake rotors. Changing the brake rotors requires a hydraulic press and is therefore a little pricey.

The passenger's side power window assembly broke.

I changed the timing belt per manufacturer's recommendations.

Shifting into reverse can be difficult, and often requires nearly engaging the clutch.

Half of LED's in spoiler brake light are out. It is a very expensive assembly to replace.

The car is small and lightweight. It does not handle snow well, but I moving to South Carolina remedied that situation rather well.

The girls want to ride in it, the guys want to drive it. It gathers attention everywhere it goes and people always ask, "What is it?"

I like the design much better than the newer models. However, the V-6 would be nice.

Power is adequate off the line. When driving in the Mid-West I am left behind by minivans - until I hit third gear. This car pulls well in third and fourth, and then settles down well in fifth for good gas mileage. I typically get 32-33 MPG when on the freeway. The aerodynamics are well matched with power so that I get the same fuel economy when driving 45 as I do at 75. In city driving I am averaging 25 MPG.

I find the front seats extremely comfortable. But the back seats are for show, especially the seat behind the driver (I am 5'11").

First gear can be frustrating at first, since you much be nearly stopped to shift into that gear.

People are surprised at how much cargo can be placed in this vehicle when the rear seats are dropped.

Factory radio has excellent sound. I love having both CD and cassette players.