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Great little car
wahadooo, 02/27/2010
1995 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my car used as a emergency had to have a car as my old one died. I have been very happy since. It is great on mileage(38mpg). The timing belt broke while I was driving so since then I've had a new engine. I has 169,000 miles on it and it still hauls wood for my wood stove like a little pick up truck. The front has a few dents so when I nailed a deer with it I didn't really mind. I will definitely get another Hyundai when this one dies. But, I do need a truck too. either way, we will always have a Hyundai in our dooryard.
Great commuter!
Valorie, 02/26/2002
1995 Hyundai Accent L 2dr Hatchback
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car has been a great commuter car. great gas mileage, has some pep to it. Fun and dependable little car.
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micqn, 02/02/2005
1995 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I used to make fun of my little Accent but not any more! This car has been the most reliable car I have owned and it doesn't cost a lot to maintain. The engine had to be replaced but I did that myself, the paint is still in excellent shape, the car overall is a great little car. I am able to get about 325 MPGmiles on a full tank of gas around town and nearly 375 MPG on the freeway cruising at 65 MPH. This equates to filling the car up every two weeks. The tires are very inexpensive when needed, oil changes are a cinch, basic maintenance is nearly obsolete. The car takes very good care of me hence I take very good care of it.
They don't make them like they used to!
KWest, 04/17/2002
1996 Hyundai Accent GT 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
As soon as warrenty ran out, car broke down. 105+ miles on my car, blue book value $800, repairs $1400, and still have 3 payments to go. Disappointed to say the least. 2 mechanics said it's not worth investing the money into for repairs. I did enjoy driving it while it was running, but $9981 is too much of an investment to throw it away after 5 years.
Hyundai rocks
herb, 09/12/2008
1996 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been low maintenance...aside from typical wear and tear...brakes, tires, etc. Gets about 35 miles per gallon. Very reliable. Owned for 12 years
Good LIttle car
tzz50, 05/15/2007
1996 Hyundai Accent L 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just got the a few weeks ago but no big mess ups yet but it has the capability to be a good street racer.
My second Hyundai.
Disco7, 05/18/2002
1995 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This was my second Hyundai and im now on my third. I loved this car. I dont know why peeps bash Hyundai's, but i love them. I bought this car at 60000 miles and drove it till 130000 and sold it and bought another. Only thing that went bad was the tranny at 80000 miles due to previous owner negligence. Solid car.
Great Car
Jay Ayyappan, 07/30/2002
1995 Hyundai Accent L 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's been fun driving my Hyundai Accent for the last 1 year. The only problem Ive had was with the Manual Windows, but otherwise it's a great car.
LOVE IT, WOULD BUY ANOTHER TOMORROW
geewiz26, 09/15/2002
1995 Hyundai Accent L 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great mileage. Had to replace the alternator around 130,000. Replaced clutch and transmission around 96,000, but mine had only 75,000 warranty so I paid, but it wasn't a lot of money. MY window was sticky too, the more time went on the harder it was to crank it up, then finally it dropped inthe door, but I took it to the local windshield/glass store and they put it back on the track for $25. Outside of that no other problems with car. Paid 9475 for it, and have put about $1000 in it. Not including tires/brakes. Have only had to put one set of brakes onthe car and I have 147000 miles onthe car.
Good Solid Car
modee, 07/10/2003
1995 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This was my second Hyundai, and it was a great choice. I have been driving this car for seven years, and it is still like new to me. There have been no unpleasant surprises, just regular maintenance. The ride is a little rough, so that you seem to be going much faster than you are (which is good for folks like me who drive too fast), but other than that it has really great drivability. And, it has a cute butt.
Miss my 95
Traci, 02/16/2005
1995 Hyundai Accent L 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had purchased my 95 accent as my first car with 100 thousand miles already on it. I spent a grand on it and I probably put about 500 into it total over the span of 2 years. With almost 60 thousand miles added I only had one problem, a screw bent in the clutch. I trusted the car with my life and I now have a 2004 hyundai accent and I am constantly comparing it to my old car. I recommend this car for anyone who wants a cheap car to get around. The only problem was the crank windows, nothing a little elbow grease couldn't handle though, I was buff at the end of the 2 years.
Little problems, Little car
izzy85, 01/03/2004
1995 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first car and it has proved to be a good one. I love how tight it takes corners and easily fits into cramped spaces. When I first purchased it it would run really slow and had a hard time going from first to second but I later found out I needed new spark plugs and a new starter (cheap!) So now with the regular maint. she runs great!
Fun Runaround
renfnl, 03/25/2004
1995 Hyundai Accent L 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a great car, especially in ways you would not think...like performance, very sure footed, and ample power. However a bit uncomfortable if you intend to leave town with it.
Fun to drive
valpak, 06/07/2008
1996 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought new. No problems for first 8 years then things started to go wrong. both door handles have broken off. I have loved the car for the most part. I am considering buying a 2008 accent. It is a great buy for the money, roomy, fun to drive, great gas mileage. What more does someone want! We must have liked our 96 if we are looking to buy a 2008, plus a warranty that is great. If you are thinking of buying a Hyundai it is a great buy and you won't be sorry!
Peppy car
Claystin, 06/08/2002
1996 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Good car that was purchased used with 33K on the odometer. Reliable and dependable on have changed oil, tires, and brakes, regular maintainance.
1996 model better than new model
bosou, 08/05/2002
1996 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is excellent for short distant commute. I put 43k on milage on this car since 1996 and still in shiny, new, excellent conditition. Longest drive - Las Vegas, longest single drive without turning off engine - 7 hours. Fuel consumption is excellent - about 37 - 40 on highway (on economy gear option).
Its so easy
Dame Carter, 02/20/2008
1996 Hyundai Accent GT 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Truth is the car uses a mitsubishi engine if people didnt know and its so easy to to customize, its not a car people normally assume is fast so when persons realize whoa thats a hyundai, its like yea fast isnt it. Its cheaper than alot of other cars to maintain and cheap to boost if your interested in speed.
A GREAT LITTLE CAR
FJP6910, 10/08/2003
1996 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have made many trips in the 250 oneway range over the years and never had a problem. Made several 3500 mile oneway trips..had no problems, was comfortable and loved the mileage. Has been virtually NO MECHANICAL problems since buying it new.
Ode to my Hyundai
geegee, 02/11/2004
1996 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My little car that could. I have had it for almost 8 years from new, drove GREAT! for the first 5 years, had two major repairs after that (when it rains it pours) engine head, and computer went out, but no small problems at all! couldn't bring myself to trade in because no other car could match it for veratility, or gas mileage. I got 33MPG on mixed driving. I will miss you!
Reliable and Cheap
Richars2, 08/09/2006
1996 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Simple car, no frills, few options. This was before the 10 year 10k power train warranty. I've had no problems with it until it hit it's 11th birthday - then the trans began to slip. Overall it's been a good purchase and has been quite reliable. Cheap car, cheap to drive. Trans was always a little rough in shifting. Seats are average at best.
Piece of crap
ptlytch07, 09/20/2006
1996 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is a complete piece of junk. I purchased this vehicle from a private seller and it had 103,000 miles on it. It seemed to be in great shape and run good, but after only a few hundred miles it's true colors began to show. The engine finally blew and I replaced it with another identical engine from a junkyard car and had the exact same problems. I was fortunate enough to sell the car while it was actually running. I have had many cars in my lifetime and this was probably the biggest piece of crap of all time! Don't even think about buying one!
A solid little car
Toro, 03/13/2002
1996 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love my Hyundai. Bought this car from the dealer with 7K miles on it and haven't had any major problems. drivers side window mechanisim broke 33 bucks to fix, less than an oil change. Also broke a bolt in the front pass suspension $8 dollar fix. Though its light in the horsepower still a fun little car to drive.
Best car ever
Memo, 11/22/2021
1996 Hyundai Accent L 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought 1996 with salvage title with 2811 miles manual transmission on it for 3K. Replaced few body parts, painted them, and put it to use. Changed fluids religiously, did regular maintenance, first set of brakes at 104K, alternator at 170K, and donated it at 183K with original clutch after 23 years. Regularly got 44mpg in summer months - no AC in it though. Ran like a go cart, and never dripped a speck of fluid under it. Like I said, the best car ever. It never left me stranded.
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What I Paid Too Much For
Mary, 08/23/2005
1995 Hyundai Accent 4dr Sedan
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Don't have a blow out on the front tire, it will tear up your front bumper, your fender and if on drivers side can tear up your wiring harness which can cause the car to catch fire. Very dangerous how they put the wiring harness where they did and so close to the front tire. Great on Gas Milage, especially highway up to 40 mpg. City avg. 28 mpg. Would I buy this car again - NO WAY!!