2004 Hyundai Tiburon Consumer Reviews

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Written by: Jeannie on 06/28/2008

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I loved my Tiburon until this week. While getting ready for vacation I took the vehicle to my mechanic for an oil change. He noted there was wear on the rear passenger tire and suggested that I replace the tire before the trip. I contacted the place where I had purchased the tires a year ago and was told that the car was out of alignment in the rear and so I had the alignment done and purchased a new tire only to find out that these vehicles DO NOT have an adjustment feature. Now I must buy an after market adjustment kit which will cost me about $250 so that my tires will not continue to wear. It was very disappointing to find this out. I believe I will be looking for another vehicle.

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all around top class car

Written by: #1 ramrod on 05/20/2008

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 5M)

Review

We have currently ran our TIBURON GT for four days and the gas meter has not moved off full. Hyundai is best vehicle yet.

Favorite Features

the rpm shifter

Suggested Improvements

bigger back seats

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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never again

Written by: cowboynfr on 04/19/2008

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6 Special Edition 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I bought this car and was fun to drive but as soon as the car hit 60k all the problems started. The cars alignment is perfect but if I let go of the wheel in less than one second its in the ditch dealer says alignment issue even though there is a recall. Now tires need replaced every 10k, intake messed up had to replace that, tranny went out then clutch then clutch master cylinder then clutch slave and now ac is broke. all this in the last 12k miles and all i do is highway driving and gentle driving. I have spend several thousands on this car fixing it and it keeps breaking so just consider this review.

Favorite Features

nice style and sporty car

Suggested Improvements

Hyundai should live up to there warranty and fix issues with tranny,ac,intake

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Great car that's fun to drive.

Written by: Optimummind on 04/10/2008

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I'm the original owner with over 60K miles now and I'm still loving this car. It runs great, performance is good, exterior & interior styling is excellent, it's comfortable, and the car is easy to maintain for the do-it-yourselfer. The car has been very reliable--more so than my previous Corolla and Civic Ex. I'm very impressed with Hyundai on this car. Even after all these years, it's great to get compliments on the styling of this car and the looks I get from fellow drivers and pedestrians.

Favorite Features

Exterior styling, great reliability, fun to drive.

Suggested Improvements

I wish the engine was more powerful and Hyundai had offered a 4-cylinder with a turbocharger. I also wish it was a bit lighter as well.

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Great value, great style

Written by: tc on 12/12/2007

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I live in the city so I don't drive a lot. My car still looks new and I haven't had any problems with it. I get a lot of attention for the styling; people are always SHOCKED when they see that it's a Hyundai. My friends always refer to it as a "sports car". If I bought it again I would get the V6 in dark blue; the silver looks cool but shows dirt. Overall, I have absolutely no regrets on choosing this car. I did a ton of research before buying it and it is a fantastic value. They do honor the free roadside assistance agreement; I called once for a flat tire and another time for a dead battery.

Favorite Features

The best features are the styling both inside and out; it looks like a far more expensive car. There are nice touches like a sunglass holder and high-end tires. The hatchback is so roomy I've moved a sofa in it. There is a lot of legroom in front because you can slide the seats back really far.

Suggested Improvements

I wish I would have gotten the 6 cylinder so it would drive as sporty as it looks. The cup holders are a non- standard size. The radio reception is often weak; it could use a more powerful antennae. The backseats are tiny, so they're ok for kids or occasional use but for adults they're pretty cramped

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YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR!

Written by: YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY on 12/06/2007

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I wanted a tiby more than anything! I bought it 11 months ago with 30,000 & I have put 18,000 miles on it so far. I have gone through 3 clutches!!!!!!!! Yes, 3 clutches! This is the worse clutch, fly wheel & pressure plate quality I have ever seen. There is no way you can go through 3 clutches in 18,000 miles. I have driven clutches my untire life. I have paid $700 for each clutch. This is the bigest peice of junk I have ever had. I like the looks & style, but that is no good if it doesn't run!!!! now I can't stand foriegn cars!!! I wish I would have bought a Mustang!! And I will be trading this peice of junk in for an AMERICAN MUSCLE!!!!! PS-----DONT BUY THE TIBBY----HORRIBLE CLUTCH!!!

Favorite Features

STYLE, LOOKS, HANDELING

Suggested Improvements

FIX THE CLUTCH.....HYUNDAI!!!!!!!!

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Great Ride, awesome car!

Written by: EM on 11/10/2007

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I love my Tiburon. It rides smooth and handles like a dream. The moonroof and Infiniti sound system is great and I love the interior . It is sharp from the outside too. The only thing is that I wish the seats were more comfortable, but I guess you have to expect that in a sporty coupe! Great value for what you are getting. A+ satisfaction

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Mid life crisis

Written by: Hillbilly on 09/27/2007

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6 Special Edition 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I drove by the dealer and had to have this bright yellow sports car. It has been great to drive, although I do store it in the winter months. I had origionally bought it to teach my teens to drive. No way! Way to quick and many blind spots. Its ok though because I totally love to grive this car. Only had 2 mechanical issues, both fully under warrenty.,

Favorite Features

Very economical sports car. The warrenty is great and the dealership that works on the car is superb. If Hyundai makes the 4 wheel drive SUV as well as the did this car, I will have one for my winter car.

Suggested Improvements

Blind spots are bad although hard to fix with this style car. Take the plastic cover off the motor. Its a waste of time $ money

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Sweet Ride~~~

Written by: Love ma Tuscani on 07/27/2007

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 5M)

Review

This car truly looks amazing. It's got the Ferrari Modena look to it and after 3 years of owning it, it still looks tight. I got the Infinity sound system with subwoofer. It's real nice. V6 engine is not the fastest but for what it costs, it performs with excellence. Very responsive. This car just looks so sweet in every angle.

Favorite Features

Interior and Exterior style.

Suggested Improvements

More power.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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shark attack

Written by: shark attack on 05/20/2007

Vehicle

2004 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 5M)

Review

i was looking for a 4 cyl one but the dealer said that the gas mileage is 28/gallon, and the 6 is 24/gallon. since it wasnt much of a difference he sold it. what i like is that if you want to customize it with body kits or whatever, theres so many options out there to do so. i love the sound system, i like the smooth quite ride with great handling and when im driving it on the streets i get so many people to turn there heads which is pretty cool. of course mine is custom but what im saying is if you dont have alot of money this is your car. i had a lamborgini trying to race me, i didnt but it made me laugh.

Favorite Features

the interior and exterior design.

Suggested Improvements

the steering wheel shakes a tad bit over 60/miles per hour, and then smooths out over 80. i dont know if its only on my car.

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