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Q: How come a lot of people kept saying to stay away from Kia products?
I mean Kia does offer the best warranties on their vehicles for really good price. Therefore i don't understand why people kept telling me to stay away from Kia if i am thinking of purchasing a new vehicle from them?
A: I'm just going to copy & paste my answer to a similar question the other day:
By the way, I get my answers from published materials & facts. This is not just an opinion.
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May I refer you to the most recent J.D. Power & assoc. study?
The most recentl study was of 2003 vehicles that had been on the road for 3 years. This study lists 37 manufacturers in order of the least problems to the most problems .
I'll list in their order (Best to Worst)
1 Lexus
2 mercury
3 buick
4 cadillac
5 toyota
6 acura
7 honda
8 jaguar
9 bmw
10 infinity
11 lincoln
12 ford
13 oldsmobile
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Q: What could make my 2000 kia stop running while I was driving it?
Yesterday I was driving home and the kia acted like it was losing power so, I pulled off the road. It made a very quite noise. So, now it wants to start but, it can't turn over. I am wondering if it could be the timing belt or the ecu.
A: I would start with the timing belt , then check the fuel pump.
Q: Do you guys think that buying a used kia is good for a college student?
I am unsure of the performance of Kia , specially when they are 6-7 years old. Do you guys think it would give me problems or would run smoothly? Could you please compare it to used honda civic, because I am a little familiar with Honda. Thanks guys.
A: Kia is on the low end of the reliability spectrum. They aren't as well built as some of it's competitors.
But you can probably get into a Kia much cheaper than a Toyota or Honda. The payoff to the low price will be higher repair bills. However any 6-7 year old car is going to need maintained. A 7 yr old Toyota will still need brakes and tires and belts and hoses and water pumps, just like any older car. No car is maintenance free. Total cost of ownership might come out even.
As a short term investment a good used Kia is probably a smart financial move.
Q: What are my rights on taking legal action against Kia for selling me a defective 2001 Kia Sportage?
It requires costly repairs almost every couple of months, I just can't keep throwing my money away. Besides getting rid of the vehicle, can anyone help me figure out how to legally get Kia for selling this piece of junk to me? I'm financially stripped and extremely stressed out over this.
A: I'm guessing you have no legal recourse against Kia motors at this time. Your truck is now 7 years old and all warranties are now invalid. Your truck is old, so of course you will have more repairs now, that is why cars lose value after new puchase...they only last a short time before repairs are needed. Your 2001 Sportage probably is only going to fetch $1500-2500 on the used market, if you are ready to buy a new car then go ahead and sell your old car. For reference, a new 2008 Kia Sportage V6 will cost you $20K, so that is about $370 a month for 5 years plus higher insurance costs. Maybe it is time for a new car or a newer used car, but don't blame Kia, all cars age and require repairs as they become obsolete.
Q: What should the interest rate be on a 2000 Kia?
My wife and I are buying a 2000 Kia Sportage with 55,0000 miles for $5900. She has always had perfect credit and mine has been so-so. The dealer is offering us financing with a 12% interest rate which was more than we had expected. He claims the higher rate is due to the vehicle's age and not any credit issues. Does this make sense? Are we getting hosed?
A: No your not getting hosed, the older the vehicle the higher the rate. the less the amount the higher the rate.
Most major lenders will not provide loans for model years beyond 6 years or below $ 7500., it becomes a personal loan to qualify.
I always like to be on the consumer side, but in this case the salesperson is right, and consider yourself lucky to even being able to finance a 2000 model at that rate.
I would be interested as to whom the lender is, if you care to disclose contact me through my website http://www.usedcartips.org/
PS.. $5900. for a 2000 kia is another issue ?, I have a strong feeling the price somehow ties in with the loan at 12%,,, buy here pay here in house financing ?
Q: Is it true that toyota and kia are joining?
I also heard that Kia is using toyota engines. Is that true, too?
Also, any links would be helpful :)
A: No. Kia is closely related to Hyundai (One owns some or all of the other and that company was partially owned by Chrysler) and they use Chryslers world 4 cylinder engines that was designed by Mitsubishi, Chrysler, and Kia/Hyundai.
Q: Is a 530 credit score enough to get a car at Farrell Kia no down payment?
I have a credit score of somewhere between 530 and 560. Is that a good enough score to get a Kia Rio5 at Farrell Kia with no down payment or a very small down payment? Thanks!
How much of a down payment do you think i'll need?
A: Auto finance is what I do for a living and even Kia doe's not buy that deep.
Q: Does anyone remember the KIA-Honda motorcycle made in Korea between 1965 and 1986?
These days if you ask anyone associated with these two countries, no one will admit a thing about KIA-Honda's existance. I was there when it was the only manufacturer in Korea. What's up?
A: NO but I rember the AMF VOIT Harley!!!!!!
Q: Can anyone tell me where the alternator and starter is on Kia?
I am really in need to know where the started and alternator is on my kia sportage 2001? I am a female and need to know before I get ripped off by dealer. I have someone to help me, but cant figure out where it is> Thanks so much.
Jan
A: my answer is go to the nearest auto repair shop then you check it out ,be the expert do that..
Q: How come i can't find anything on Kia's stock market?
I've been looking for a while and can't seem to find anything on Kia's stock market and what symbol is Kia?
A: Kia Motors Corp. has an ADR. The symbol is KIMTF.PK.
Also, Kia is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motors. The symbol for Hyundai is HYMLY.PK. Also an ADR.
The PK indicates they are on the pink sheets. This info won't do you much good though as neither one has any activity.
If you are really interested in this company, you will need to find a broker that trades on the S. Korean exchange.
Q: Where can I buy coolant reservoir cap for Kia?
My Kia Rio overheated like crazy, and when I opened the bonet, I found the coolant reservoir cap have disappeared. I suspect it might have popped out of place while the engine was overheating.
Question is, where do I purchase a replacement coolant reservoir cap in Singapore?
Yeap, its the one with the blue cap. That thing popped out. The coolant cap.
A: check ebay lots of used kia parts on there
Q: What is the first time buyer's program for buying a new car from Kia? Is there one?
I'm looking at buying the Rondo from Kia. My mother pointed out to me that there's a deal or something for first time buyers. Just curious. If there is where can I find it on the internet or do I have to go to a dealership?
A: Dont buy a Kia, they are nothing but junk. More time in shop than on road. If you have to buy an Asian rice burner, get a toyota or Honda they are 10 times the car for little more money. Try a Pontiac Vibe, they are similar looking but it will be on the road 10 years after the Kia has been put through tthe crusher.
Q: How much money should I put down for a Kia---it cost $9,995?
I want to get a Kia because they are pretty cheap. I only plan on keeping it for about 2 yrs then trading it in. This my st car so I don't need anything fancy.
How much money should I put down ---the car is only $9,995.
A: you can put down as little as 500 -1000 bucks and it knocks the price of the car down a lot,that helps with the amount that you have to finance on it though,i would consider buying a car i was going to keep though,KIA,s aren't the worse cars on the road you know,some of them hold up really well,my neighbor has been driving one for 7 years with absolutely no problems at all with it,but 1000 bucks would be a real good down payment on one,good luck on it.
Q: What do the cylinders (firing order) need to be set at when replacing a timing belt for a 2000 kia spectra gsx?
My husband is tring to finish installing the timing belt on our 2000 kia spectra. I hope I worded this question correctly. Needs to know what the cylinders need to be set at????
A: On most cars, when doing any kind of work where the timing is involved, the number one cylinder should be at top dead center of the compression stroke. This will put the alignment marks on the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets together and the rotor of the distributor pointed at the number one cylinder spark plug wire terminal making the timing close enough to start the engine and make timing adjustments.
It would be wise to spend the 15 bucks on a Haynes or Chilton manual for the year and model of the car, this will save you a lot of effort and expense whenever do your own mechanical work.
Q: How many other ppl are disgusted with the new Kia Commercial?
The one featuring the woman Police Officer in the red Kia. It makes me sick. I've never wanted to boycott a manufacturer like it do Kia right now.
I hope they go bankrupt.
A: Yeah it makes most guys sick too - What were they thinking?