Looking for a used elantra, but I have questions....

Hyundai Forum Hyundai Classifieds Photo Gallery Member List Calendars Search Contact HF Sponsors
Hyundai Lineup Hyundai News Hyundai Recalls TSBs Timeslips Register Login

Looking for a used elantra, but I have questions....

Printable Version

Hyundai >> Vehicle Line Up >> Hyundai Elantra >> Looking for a used elantra, but I have questions....

Page: [1]

Message

<< Older Topic Newer Topic >>

Looking for a used elantra, but I have questions.... - 3/21/2008 8:07:19 AM

burtonridr

Posts: 4
Joined: 3/21/2008
Status: offline

Ok, I'm looking at buying a used hyundai elantra. I havent set my eyse on a particular car yet. I just wanted to come in here and get the good, the bad and the ugly from the experts in here.

Any particular years have known serious problems?

How many miles will these cars typically go for before they start having serious engine problems(150k, 200k)?

Were there any changes year to year that made a particular year better than the others?

I have it set in my mind that these cars run well for around 100k miles then they start becoming a maintenance nightmare.... Am I wronge?

I'm drawn to these cars because of the cheap price and great gas mileage, anything you can offer would be helpful, anything I should keep an eye out for, etc.

Thanks,

Eric

Post #: 1

RE: Looking for a used elantra, but I have questions.... - 3/24/2008 8:48:43 AM

andrewt48

Posts: 4
Joined: 3/19/2008
Status: offline

I know the 04 and 05 did the best on Consumer Reports, as far as reliability goes....however I just got an 04 and now its getting a new motor, good thing they have a good warranty. I'd try to get a newer one with low miles, you will have a 5 year 60K bumper to bumper warranty.

(in reply to burtonridr)

Post #: 2