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Impact Blue
11-15-2007, 02:01 AM
http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2007/11/genesiscoupeconcept1.jpg

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/11/14/la-2007-liveblogging-hyundai-rwd-coupe-reveal-at-5-30-pm-es/


LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2007 – Hyundai unveiled its highly anticipated Concept Genesis Coupe during a press conference at the Los Angeles International Auto Show today. The concept car heralds the introduction of an all-new, rear-wheel drive 2 + 2 sports coupe scheduled to join the Hyundai lineup in the spring of 2009. Following the introduction earlier this year of the Concept Genesis sedan, Concept Genesis Coupe signals Hyundai's second step in broadening its appeal to driving enthusiasts.

The Sonic Orange concept is complemented by a Ballistic Black carbon fiber hood, roof and ground effects for reduced weight. Strong hints of the production version are highlighted in its "Z" bodylines and powerful curves. When the production sports coupe arrives, it likely will be the most affordable 300+ horsepower car on the market, and the most dynamic performance car yet from Hyundai.

"Concept Genesis Coupe is the most thrilling, most emotional Hyundai yet," said John Krafcik, vice president, product development and strategic planning, Hyundai Motor America. "When it hits the market in early 2009, we aim to deliver a driving experience that challenges cars like Infiniti G37, at prices more like Mitsubishi Eclipse."

spider_monkey52
11-15-2007, 02:51 AM
looks kinda like a celica had sex with a mazda 3

Impact Blue
11-15-2007, 01:11 PM
And hopefully they price the RWD at less than 25K.

zff
11-15-2007, 01:12 PM
300hp, RWD, and less than $25K? The freeways are going to be a bloodbath.

spider_monkey52
11-15-2007, 01:20 PM
300hp, RWD, and less than $25K? The freeways are going to be a bloodbath.
quite possibly. we might see the worlds first korean d1/formula-d car

Shinigami052
11-15-2007, 01:37 PM
I must say...that car looks pretty good for a hyundai

kombi731
11-15-2007, 02:29 PM
yeah that car looks really good
but the price will be up and the carbon gear gone if they intend on cutting a profit
the current Tib Gt's aren't that bad but they're over 20K so I dunno how this concept will price out

ikeyballz
11-15-2007, 02:46 PM
how do they handle? i know im a american car guy so i shouldnt complain, but a while back i saw a brand new tibby on its side with paper plates..on the freeway.

driver sucks? anyway,

i agree with the celica3 explanation for the look, but damn if its got over 300hp thats gonna be a mean ride.. hope it holds up ok..and comes with the 100K mile warranty!

spike109u
11-15-2007, 03:14 PM
we aim to deliver a driving experience that challenges cars like Infiniti G37

Do they seriously think they can compete with the G37? Infiniti is on an entirely different level.

ArchangelX
11-15-2007, 04:01 PM
Not really anymore...Hyundai's quality has exploded practically.

freeride
11-15-2007, 04:57 PM
hmmm... maybe they are also gonna start racing again...

this time gt and not wrc...

http://www.aia.tartu.ee/~indrek/ralli/hyundai/accent/accent_wrc_mcrae_monte01.jpg

GtotheJ
11-15-2007, 10:54 PM
wow that looks pretty good

ChroniC588
11-16-2007, 08:31 AM
reminds me of an orange dream bar.

Zhanshi
11-16-2007, 08:58 PM
Doesn't look too bad actually. +1 for rwd and with the warranty to back it up, I would have to be with zff on this one

Keith DC5
11-19-2007, 12:12 AM
I think it looks pretty good albeit heavily influenced by other makes. I can appreciate the orange/black combination although my opinion is rather biased ;)