Hyundai RWD Coupe spotted... again

Deutsch · 08-01-2007, 12:45 AM

http://www.thecarconnection.com/Enth...78.A13180.html

Shaping up quite nicely, think I'll add it to my list.

drift · 08-01-2007, 10:39 PM

That car is going to be sharp.

Deutsch · 08-01-2007, 10:44 PM

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That car is going to be sharp.

That it is. The warranty program is stellar! I just hope this car will have looks that will wear well over time, generally most, if not all Asian cars don't.

ibeam81 · 08-01-2007, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Deutsch

That it is. The warranty program is stellar! I just hope this car will have looks that will wear well over time, generally most, if not all Asian cars don't.

Unfortunately I'm not totally sold on the Korean manufacturers. I've lived in Korea and toured some of their factories. They are smart and very industrious, but I'm still bugged by Hyundai falsifying the specs of their licensed Mitsu engines just so they could have bragging rights over the Japanese. I'm also not too excited about paying $38K for a Korean SUV, particularly when I can get a 135i cheaper. YMMV. :iono:

Chris Ruck · 08-02-2007, 03:25 AM

I'm very impressed with Hyundai's cars of today. If you've not checked them out, go to your local dealer and test drive a couple. The current Tiburon is a fun lil car with a very impressive build quality inside and out and it looks good.

This new rear wheel drive coupe is going to freakin rock for Hyundai. I believe this is going to be a beautiful looking coupe.

-Chris:wink:

atr_hugo · 08-03-2007, 07:20 PM

My only concern with the Hyundai is can they make it feel right - their engines and braking are very good (in both the Sonata and Azera) - but they don't do a good job of controlling roll and sharp pavement impacts - I'm not sure if they could switch to mono-tube shocks and stiffer rool bars - but their ability to provide a sporting suspension is the question.

If folks don't know me by now I'll have to interject this: I don't care what badge is on the nose of the car - if it 'feels' right, I'll drive it. Hell, "Ol' Yeller II" is my idea of a proper sports car.

BTW, when you ask Toyota who they fear, they'll tell you it's the Koreans.

Deutsch · 08-03-2007, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by atr_hugo

If folks don't know me by now I'll have to interject this: I don't care what badge is on the nose of the car - if it 'feels' right, I'll drive it. Hell, "Ol' Yeller II" is my idea of a proper sports car.

WERD.

Robert · 08-03-2007, 07:54 PM

Hyundai is catching up really fast. Look back 10 years and see how far of a progressive they have made thus far. If it can sustain the momentum for another 10 years it will be right on the heels of BMW and Audi.

Nixon · 08-03-2007, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by robert

Hyundai is catching up really fast. Look back 10 years and see how far of a progressive they have made thus far. If it can sustain the momentum for another 10 years it will be right on the heels of BMW and Audi.

If you are talking reliability, I don't think lowly Hyundai is at the heels of BMW and Audi. They are out front taking the lead, and BMW and Audi are jerking around and not fixing their same chronic issues that appear in the same models year after year.

With that said, if you are talking about luxury, performance, road feel, etc, I don't think Hyundai really wants to match BMW or Audi. They just want to produce inexpensive cars that are "good enough" for folks who aren't hard core into cars. They don't want to put out the best cars. Their goal is to put out cars that are good enough, but not too good that the price gets jacked through the roof.

drift · 08-03-2007, 09:22 PM

I saw one that didn't have any camo, the first this I thought was that it was the new supra. I'm not joking. I'm a straight German car guy, and as long as this car's fit and finish along with not having a buzz box for a drivetrain, it will be a BIG possiblity that I will have to consider buying one.

ride450 · 08-03-2007, 10:51 PM

4.6 litre V8, wow someones is definitely stepping it up in the performance coupe world. I bet this car will be a tuners dream if the price is right and the engine is potent. I am very very proud of Hyundai of late, their cars are simply great overall.

brfbmw128i · 08-03-2007, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ride450

4.6 litre V8, wow someones is definitely stepping it up in the performance coupe world. I bet this car will be a tuners dream if the price is right and the engine is potent. I am very very proud of Hyundai of late, their cars are simply great overall.

at least that tiburon looks better then the 2007, that shit was hideous

ride450 · 08-03-2007, 11:41 PM

Haha I guess you can never please everyone with the looks of a car. I personally like how it looks but definitely agree it is a chick car. I bet this 2010 Tiburon will be different though.

murdoc158 · 08-04-2007, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ride450

4.6 litre V8, wow someones is definitely stepping it up in the performance coupe world. I bet this car will be a tuners dream if the price is right and the engine is potent. I am very very proud of Hyundai of late, their cars are simply great overall.

Is the V8 also sourced from Ford? The 2.7L V6 that was in the Tiburon was the same motor from the Mercury Cougar.

atr_hugo · 08-04-2007, 12:16 PM

Nope - the V* will be in-house Hyundai - the V6 will also be the 3.3 or 3.8L from the Sonata or Azera - the 3.xL V6 Hyundai uses is a pressure cast aluminum block, six bolt mains, and a forged crank - serious 'hot rod' stuff.

bats · 08-07-2007, 02:45 PM

Wow, wtf?

Shocked to hear Hyundai is entering the RWD Sports car market.. Hope it doesn't flop.

FinInk · 08-11-2007, 04:16 PM

Hmmnn I hater to admit this but I was planning on getting a 135i or 335i a year after I graduate (save up some money to but down a big down payment), but buying a car before moving out (yes I still live with my parents while I go to college, hey it saves money) is never that smart of an idea.

If this car is potent and easily mod-able, and high 20 g's, then I might reconsider.

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Deutsch Second Lieutenant 50 Rep 249 Posts Drives: Join Date: Nov 2006 iTrader: (0)	Hyundai RWD Coupe spotted... again http://www.thecarconnection.com/Enth...78.A13180.html Shaping up quite nicely, think I'll add it to my list.
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drift I can't help it, I'm old 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: Join Date: Aug 2007 iTrader: (0)	That car is going to be sharp.
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Chris Ruck New Member 14 Rep 28 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2007 iTrader: (0)	I'm very impressed with Hyundai's cars of today. If you've not checked them out, go to your local dealer and test drive a couple. The current Tiburon is a fun lil car with a very impressive build quality inside and out and it looks good. This new rear wheel drive coupe is going to freakin rock for Hyundai. I believe this is going to be a beautiful looking coupe. -Chris:wink: __________________ MY CAR... MYSPACE PAGE HERE... "DO THE RIGHT THING, IT WILL GRATIFY SOME PEOPLE AND ASTONISH THE REST!"
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atr_hugo No longer moderate 335 Rep 4,401 Posts Drives: '13 135i Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: - iTrader: (0)	My only concern with the Hyundai is can they make it feel right - their engines and braking are very good (in both the Sonata and Azera) - but they don't do a good job of controlling roll and sharp pavement impacts - I'm not sure if they could switch to mono-tube shocks and stiffer rool bars - but their ability to provide a sporting suspension is the question. If folks don't know me by now I'll have to interject this: I don't care what badge is on the nose of the car - if it 'feels' right, I'll drive it. Hell, "Ol' Yeller II" is my idea of a proper sports car. BTW, when you ask Toyota who they fear, they'll tell you it's the Koreans.
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Robert Major General 440 Rep 6,967 Posts Drives: 135i -> is350 -> Tesla M3 perf Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Socal iTrader: (1)	Hyundai is catching up really fast. Look back 10 years and see how far of a progressive they have made thus far. If it can sustain the momentum for another 10 years it will be right on the heels of BMW and Audi. __________________ - There's nothing in my pocket other than knives and lint
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ride450 New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2007 iTrader: (0)	4.6 litre V8, wow someones is definitely stepping it up in the performance coupe world. I bet this car will be a tuners dream if the price is right and the engine is potent. I am very very proud of Hyundai of late, their cars are simply great overall.
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ride450 New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2007 iTrader: (0)	Haha I guess you can never please everyone with the looks of a car. I personally like how it looks but definitely agree it is a chick car. I bet this 2010 Tiburon will be different though.
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atr_hugo No longer moderate 335 Rep 4,401 Posts Drives: '13 135i Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: - iTrader: (0)	Nope - the V* will be in-house Hyundai - the V6 will also be the 3.3 or 3.8L from the Sonata or Azera - the 3.xL V6 Hyundai uses is a pressure cast aluminum block, six bolt mains, and a forged crank - serious 'hot rod' stuff.
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bats Chilly Willy. 0 Rep 65 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2007 iTrader: (0)	Wow, wtf? Shocked to hear Hyundai is entering the RWD Sports car market.. Hope it doesn't flop.
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FinInk Second Lieutenant 11 Rep 291 Posts Drives: 2000 Celica, Wanting 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fresno iTrader: (0)	Hmmnn I hater to admit this but I was planning on getting a 135i or 335i a year after I graduate (save up some money to but down a big down payment), but buying a car before moving out (yes I still live with my parents while I go to college, hey it saves money) is never that smart of an idea. If this car is potent and easily mod-able, and high 20 g's, then I might reconsider.
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