Hello muckers,
I'm in the throws of (potentially) buying my first HC, found one local and been to have 2 looks (just to be sure).
But I'm having a bit of a to and fro about it, so thought I'd ask your opinions.
Here's the skinny:
'04 plate Gen 3 2.0L Automatic (has to be auto), 4months tax, 9months MoT.
Leather interior
Exterior paintwork is in good shape, all the same colour and not bubbled or flaking anywhere. There's a light scuff and a small depression over the rear arch but nothing drastic.
Passenger window doesn't operate but the relay / switch can be heard clicking.
On first viewing everything else was tickety boo, went for a test drive and it changes gear, kicks down stops and turns without any unexpected events.
Engine starts after a turn or 2 and doesn't smoke labour or hunt etc.
On second viewing (tonight) I looked over the paperwork more carefully. The car was serviced on Saturday at kwikfit (boo hiss),
turns out that both side lights aren't working (but not replaced / fixed), the discs and pads on the front need replacement, the rear tyres are well past perished and there's quote "slight evidence of oil on the gearbox" knowing kwikfit they could of spilt is themselves or not done a filter up properly but no way to confirm without inspection.
The car has done 53k and there's no indication of a cam belt change.
So!
Should I walk away knowing it needs stuff doing or take it as a useful headsup and work on a discount for work required?
Let's be honest, even a dealer bought car could have shagged brakes and no belt change. In this case I at least know in advance.
I'm inclined to go ahead and make an offer minus the cost of the parts needed, better the devil you know as it were but would appreciate any opinions.
Oh yeah, hai! :D
Potential owner
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Hi and welcome...Depends on how much they are asking as there are plenty of 2.0L out there with a full history at a good price have a look on autotrader ebay etc to get an idea.
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Hey, cheers
The price is good, better in fact than the next 3 nearest to me by almost 50% before taking into account the problems.
So value wise, it appears a great price. Has a full stamped service book.
As I say, any car could have hidden problems so the fact these are listed neatly seems more benefit than problem - compared to them popping up a couple of months down the line at least.
The price is good, better in fact than the next 3 nearest to me by almost 50% before taking into account the problems.
So value wise, it appears a great price. Has a full stamped service book.
As I say, any car could have hidden problems so the fact these are listed neatly seems more benefit than problem - compared to them popping up a couple of months down the line at least.
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Oops my bad!
Cheers for the heads up ;-) I've put a post up in what I hope to be the right section, so will add to that in reply.
http://www.hyundaicoupeownersclub.co.uk ... 82&t=10066
Urm, not sure how i make it a short linky :p
Cheers for the heads up ;-) I've put a post up in what I hope to be the right section, so will add to that in reply.
http://www.hyundaicoupeownersclub.co.uk ... 82&t=10066
Urm, not sure how i make it a short linky :p
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I would be tempted to leave it as it may have been neglected and who knows what damage lies beneath
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Re: Potential owner
Hiya and welcome
Is it a private seller or a dealer?
And is there any warranty being offered? x
Is it a private seller or a dealer?
And is there any warranty being offered? x
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NickyG_92 wrote:Hiya and welcome
Is it a private seller or a dealer?
And is there any warranty being offered? x
Private, no warranty. And hello :p
Got a quote from the local Hyundai for about £500 to do the cambelt and a semi doubled up service to bring it up to date (kinda combined 5&8year) plus 150 for tyres and same for brakes, I offered the chap 650 under his asking price. He wasn't overly impressed, but said he'd consider it depending on if there's more interest.
Pretending that I'm not going to change things on the car is foolish, as I've damn near rebuilt my mini already. So knowing things need changing isn't such a bad thing if the price is right I guess.
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Re: Potential owner
hi and welcome to the hyundai coupe owners club
id say take your time and find the right coupe for you, theres plenty out there at a good price to choose from
ask any questions you might have
id say take your time and find the right coupe for you, theres plenty out there at a good price to choose from
ask any questions you might have