So i've been all around today talking to dealers including Hyundai.
The add-on bodykit for the SX actually includes a front, sides and rear.. not just sides like I thought in the beginning. They put these on a few cars and apparently they kept falling off. Do do with the glue being crap. So we asked couldn't they just change the glue? Apparently not.. :S
The side skirts arent even available now, the only way you can get them is factory fitted. So even if an SR has an accident and needs to get them replaced, apparently its not possible.
I don't know where this leaves those people who are waiting for bodykits as well. Was there someone else that had ordered one on here?
The whole thing sounds a bit shifty to me.
Anyways, I cancelled the car tonight. This was due to three reasons:
(A) Not coming with how I wanted it - I was a bit iffy about the look of the car in the beginning, so the BK enhanced style and made it look better imho
(B) My overall dealings with the company have made me sick to the stomach. Since day dot they have pressured us into buying and using jedi mind tricks lol. Tonight was the topping on the cake as the dealer made up some bullshit story that wasn't true at all.
(C) I test drove a VW Golf 1.9 TDI and got a great deal on it, due to getting twice the amount on my trade in and discount on charges. Really shocked at the offer actually, a lot better than what I remember being quoted at the beginning of the hunt for a car (about 1.5k to save up!). I honestly think it has a lot to do with the attidude you take into the dealership. I went in there today confident, knowing what I want and not settle for anything else.
I tell ya what it has been hectic getting out of this deal with Hyundai. I've spent all night going over with the dealer and he's just been saying nup, we cant cancel the contract, we will have to take it to court etc. I was ready to call consumer affairs and prepare my argument lol when my dad picked up the phone and rang the dealer telling him that he wanted to cancel his car as well. Well surprise surpise, 5 mins later i'm out of my contract with my deposit back tomorrow as they wanted to get at least one sale.
All in all, its about priniple just as much as product. I'm very happy with the VW dealer, their offer and the car in general - 320NW torque, DSG gearbox, nice upholstery and feel. I get my little steering wheel buttons too
Well nice knowing you guys lol. Still got one i30 in the family, so might pop back to ask some questions or advice when needed. Still a great car all in all, so enjoy it!
Jess