Used 2005 Kia Amanti Sedan Consumer Reviews
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KIA...Car Paint Job is a Joke
coachshopper, 07/06/2012
2005 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
Bought this car 4 years ago; wanted a luxry car but not the price. Saw this beauty and took it home. Had the car a month and the paint on the front bumper started to bubble and the paint clear coat started chipping. Took it too the dealership and was told there was nothing they could do and it was my fault. Took it too a paint and collision shop and I was told when it bubbles it is bad paint & clear coat from Kia. Went back to talk to the manager and still refused to fix my paint. Then the electrical need to be replaced and the fuel injectors went bad and air conditioner went out. Stay away if you can! Kia doesn't care about your or there cars.
Unbelievable value
milwaukee_driver, 08/14/2006
2005 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
After researching, it seemed to be too good a value to be true. After purchasing, I can't believe that there aren't more on the road. All of the amenities of a Lexus (except for the underpowered engine) at a fraction of the cost. Great ride - quiet and smooth on the highway. Controls are extensive and easily accessible. Very satisfied and I'd be inclined to purchase another, especially if the engine gets upgraded (more power and/or better mileage).
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Shadow, 01/28/2006
2005 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Just got car today, 94 mile drive home averaged 24.1 mpg at 65mph, temp outside - 24. Roads very icy, car drove excellent, stayed on track and stayed comfortable temp inside. Did not feel ice lumps on the road and didn't hear much road noise.
Love hate relationship
wmscott, 05/28/2010
2005 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this car for the wife. We both love the car. The fit finish and comfort are great. The gas mileage is terrible. The cost of maintaining the car has been far too high. I seem to have to buy several new headlights a year at around $80 a pop. Just had the mandatory 60K service and the tab was $1,300. Replaced the timing belt as recommended. The belt had zero sign of wear on it and will not do it again at 120K if we still have it. They will make you buy a new hydraulic tensioner when they do the job. They charge me $189 for that very simple device. Overall cost of maintenance is out of control and my make me shy away from another KIA in the future. Transaxle had to be replaced at 39K.
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Nelson, 06/17/2005
2005 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I am very happy. I feel like a King driving my car. Actually is too much car for the price. It is the best deal I have doing buying a vehicle; so far I have no complaints. I am only worry about sales strategy of Kia. I don't see many Amantis on the road. I have no plans to trade this car for a while but If I will I will receive less money for it.