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Title: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: Twodogs on October 02, 2009, 23:56:39: A couple of questions re options that can be fitted. :question:

Can you option up to the SR wheels? I was told yesterday that I couldn't have them fitted as an option?

I am sure I seen that you can't fit the body kit if you also want a towbar but for the life of me I can't find where I saw it?

Thanks
Twodogs
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: MRH130 on October 03, 2009, 00:10:09: Hi twodogs,

Yes, you can fit SR wheels to an SLX - apparently you are supposed to fit spacers to the tie rods to ensure that the wheels never foul on the body on full lock. Having said that, I've driven an SLX with SR rims and they didn't foul. I think in the real world that's not really going to be an issue.

The (genuine) tow bar is attached to the body and doesn't require any substantial tweaking of the rear bar. The only genuine body mod for the rear that I've seen is a couple of bumper extensions on the side. They don't cross the middle of the bumper so shouldn't interfere with the tow bar.

Even if you went for an aftermarket bar, given that the bumper is not important to the tow bar you should be able to mod the bumper to work with the tow bar. Where there's a will there's a way! :wink:
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: Twodogs on October 03, 2009, 00:16:28: Hello Michael,

I knew you could fit the SR wheels but yesterday I was told by the dealer that I couldn't have them fitted as part of my purchase which I found strange as the Hyundai site shows them as an option that can be fitted.

Cheers
Twodogs
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: 2i30s on October 03, 2009, 02:23:41: Quote from: twodogs on October 03, 2009, 00:16:28
Hello Michael,

I knew you could fit the SR wheels but yesterday I was told by the dealer that I couldn't have them fitted as part of my purchase which I found strange as the Hyundai site shows them as an option that can be fitted.

Cheers
Twodogs

tell him you want to see the manager,ask him why you cant option a set of sr rims :exclaim:my fatherinlaw asked could he option a set on his new elantra and was told yes.he soon changed his mind when he found out the price. :rolleyes:that's what stopped me optioning them on my sx hatch. :razz:
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: snowcherry on October 03, 2009, 02:34:21: in the accessories guide it shows three sets of 17" wheels all of which show as available for the SLX
Chrome (which the SR has), Spider and Facet.

there's also the Bodykit, or just the sideskirts and then the spoiler

you also can't put mudflaps on a bodykit
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: 2i30s on October 03, 2009, 02:43:53: options in Australia shouldn't vary from state to state,dealer to dealer. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: LuciferDarklord on October 03, 2009, 02:44:41: When I asked about the SR rims - as 2i30s mentioned the price was horrific. Just get some aftermarket wheels and keep the SLX ones or sell them, no joke you will save thousands.
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: 2i30s on October 03, 2009, 02:49:19: i was amazed when the salesman said he would option sr rims on an elanta. :rolleyes:two dogs salesman mustn't know What day it is. :eek:
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: Twodogs on October 03, 2009, 03:11:51: Thanks Guys for the confirmation!

I was a little surprised when he said it couldn't be done! He was also taken back somewhat when I said I had heard you could and it was shown on the hyundai site as being an option that could be chosen but when he no it couldn't be done I thought I would ask the experts on this forum.

Beauty
Twodogs :wink:
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: 2i30s on October 03, 2009, 22:33:24: the experts on this forum. :cool: i would still ask some one else at the dealers about the wheels. [that knows] :razz:
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: Twodogs on October 03, 2009, 23:04:49: Funny enough I was talking to the manager :lol:

Cheers
Twodogs
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: 2i30s on October 03, 2009, 23:06:52: :eek: try another dealer. :mad:
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: 2i30s on October 03, 2009, 23:20:48: or try ordering them from the spare parts division.it may even be cheaper. :razz:
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: Twodogs on October 03, 2009, 23:24:46: Certainly looking at my options and I will check that out also!!

May send an email to Hyundai direct and get it from the horses mouth.
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: Twodogs on October 04, 2009, 09:21:09: Well I asked Hyundai direct whether one could option up from the SLX rims to the SR rims and this is what I got back.

Thank you for your enquiry.

A Hyundai dealer will be happy to assist you with your query.

Hard to believe that they were not able to answer the simple question.

Twodogs
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: Lorian on October 04, 2009, 09:27:21: Ask a different question.

"Why won't my dealer xxxxxx of xxxxx supply SR type rims when you clearly list them as an option."

And if you want to focus their minds add

"Maybe I should go buy a ceed instead?"
Title: Re: Options that can be fitted on a SLX
Post by: snowcherry on October 04, 2009, 11:02:17: oh dear! sounds like you need to find another dealer :neutral:

however have you given the consideration to just purchasing the rims after getting the car?