Hyundai Genesis Coupe

[zCypher]

grrrrrrr!!!
both the $15k and $20k CTS-V sold
the $15k one sold today, if only I had called early enough. ah well, live and learn.

seeing the G tomorrow, still searching for other CTS-V as I seem to be obsessing on that now.

 

[Cobalt]

Oh and the Genesis can run on regular unleaded in response to the comment above. All power ratings and mpg ratings for the car were done on regular unleaded. Running premium will net close to ~6hp. I must run premium because of my tune.

 

[zCypher]

Update on the G35. Went to see it, guy turned out to be a young guy who bought it off an old guy who was the single owner with all the maintenance history. The car was really nice inside and out, except I found pretty bad curb rash on the rims and a weird noise coming from the wheels. He explained it away as poorly balanced tires but I just really didn't like what I heard, and his story about losing license etc... Reminds me too much of my stupid younger self.

I found another 2004 CTS-V for sale so I am going to see that tomorrow.

 

[SniperWulf]

I bought a 3.8 Track back when they were first hitting the streets in Feb of 2010. Love this car. For me, it has the right balance of performance and amenities for its price. I was actually surprised at how great it handles out of the box.

Oh, and I test drove a 2013 2.0T with the 8-speed auto while my car was in for maintenance. Wow, its amazing what they accomplished with just a turbo swap and software.

 

[zCypher]

I bought a 3.8 Track back when they were first hitting the streets in Feb of 2010. Love this car. For me, it has the right balance of performance and amenities for its price. I was actually surprised at how great it handles out of the box.

Oh, and I test drove a 2013 2.0T with the 8-speed auto while my car was in for maintenance. Wow, its amazing what they accomplished with just a turbo swap and software.

Hey since you're a happy Genesis owner I have a question for you. I know that it's pretty common for sports cars that don't have a frame or trim or whatever around the TOP of the window, for the window to sort of be "loose" if you will when rolled completely up and the door open (people tend to stupidly push/pull on the window itself to open/close the door). I noticed on the 2010 I tested that this window looseness was really noticeable. Not 20-year old car noticeable, but pretty bad for a 2010. The 2004 G35 I looked at was 10x better for this, it still felt almost new. Your opinion would be much appreciated as I haven't axed the Genesis from my list.

Today I went to see a $17k 2004 135,000km CTS-V. Here's what I found.
It was rear ended and repaired (I couldn't tell, he told me without being asked). He did not know who did the repair as it was the previous owner. The outside was 95%+ sweetness, a couple of really minor blemish but almost perfect on the outside. Not a spec of rust that I could find anywhere on the vehicle.

The rear left bearing is pretty bad, and I'm sure it will cost a good few hundred to get fixed. The windshield also has a huge crack on it spanning almost all the way across the windshield horizontally. Other than that, the seats are pretty obviously worn (much worse than the G35 which was still almost new like). Interior was otherwise almost perfect and *everything* works in the car, no broken gadgets which is cool.

Unlike the G35 I looked at, this CTS-V was all original (except for an exhaust tip - whatever). Drove really well, couldn't find anything wrong with the way it felt while driving (other than the terrible bearing noise).

Your thoughts? I'm not all that comfortable spending that much on a car that was damaged and then fixed by unknown place, and obviously needs a little work. I couldn't find anything really majorly wrong with it though otherwise. I'm thinking lowball, and just keep shopping if he doesn't bite. I really dig the Genesis and the G35, and I know that a CTS-V in good shape usually does not go for under $20k. Any opinions much welcome.

 

[SniperWulf]

You know I haven't noticed it, but then again I usually handle the doors by the handle. I'll check at lunch and get back with you

 

[xSkyDrAx]

IMO 17k is a lot for a car that has 83k miles on it and it has been in an accident.

 

[zCypher]

IMO 17k is a lot for a car that has 83k miles on it and it has been in an accident.

Yep. I lowballed at $12k he reduced to $16k but still says no even at $15k. Was worth checking it out.

 

[zCypher]

IMO 17k is a lot for a car that has 83k miles on it and it has been in an accident.

I agree, but all the nice ones that haven't been in an accident are $20-25k and up. And it is a CTS-V, not just any random car. It was rear ended, not in a front collision. $16k still wouldn't be a bad deal assuming it passes mechanical and body inspections. If it doesn't have any lasting repercussions after being repaired, it should be ok. I'm just not too sure where I'd get it inspected yet, need to find some trustworthy places.

I'm still looking, but it's hard to completely dismiss this car. The V8/6spd is addictive.

 

[Don Karnage]

I agree, but all the nice ones that haven't been in an accident are $20-25k and up. And it is a CTS-V, not just any random car. It was rear ended, not in a front collision. $16k still wouldn't be a bad deal assuming it passes mechanical and body inspections. If it doesn't have any lasting repercussions after being repaired, it should be ok. I'm just not too sure where I'd get it inspected yet, need to find some trustworthy places.

I'm still looking, but it's hard to completely dismiss this car. The V8/6spd is addictive.

Not sure why you think cts v's are so great.

 

[SniperWulf]

Sorry it took so long to get back to you.

I didn't notice any extreme amount of play in the windows when opening or closing. Maybe an 1/8th an inch if I force it?