I think Kia blew this, Cee'd/Pro Cee'd
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I think Kia blew this, Cee'd/Pro Cee'd
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Feb 20 2010, 11:04 AM
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Club Founder Group: Admin Posts: 21,359 Posts Per Day: 3.03 Thanks Received: 2809 Trader Stats: 16 (100%) Joined: 23-December 04 From: Maryland Member No.: 1 Mood: Okay |
I know you've heard me complain a ton that Hyundai should have brought over the i30 hatch versus the wagon that we got. On the other hand, Kia has the similar Cee'd that was not brought to the US and, in particular, the hot looking Pro Cee'd (I think it has a little bit of the Veloster look from the side).
The Pro Cee'd might have done very well with the first time car buyer and tuner crowd. Why wasn't this brought over? Here's the car's factory look: Here's the stock interior: Here it is with a lip kit: That's a sweet looking ride. What was Kia thinking. Especially considering Hyundai said they were going to make Kia the division of youthful and sporty... Hmmmm. -------------------- |
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Feb 20 2010, 12:55 PM
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Idiot Savant Group: Lifetimer Posts: 9,573 Posts Per Day: 1.41 Thanks Received: 256 Trader Stats: 4 (100%) Joined: 20-September 05 From: Trumpistan Member No.: 1,406 Mood: Uncertain |
2011 is still a possibility, but yeah what are they thinking???
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Feb 20 2010, 01:19 PM
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Club Founder Group: Admin Posts: 21,359 Posts Per Day: 3.03 Thanks Received: 2809 Trader Stats: 16 (100%) Joined: 23-December 04 From: Maryland Member No.: 1 Mood: Okay |
I doubt it. This has been out since the '08 models.
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Feb 20 2010, 01:26 PM
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Idiot Savant Group: Lifetimer Posts: 9,573 Posts Per Day: 1.41 Thanks Received: 256 Trader Stats: 4 (100%) Joined: 20-September 05 From: Trumpistan Member No.: 1,406 Mood: Uncertain |
I doubt it. This has been out since the '08 models. So then it's due for a refresh maybe as well as greater global coverage I.E. North America... ah well, one can hope right? -------------------- To Helena Handbasket! |
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Feb 20 2010, 01:32 PM
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Elantra Guru Group: Members Posts: 2,710 Posts Per Day: 0.41 Thanks Received: 59 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 21-March 06 From: Hackettstown, NJ Member No.: 2,023 Mood: Accomplished |
yeah that is nice!
i'm looking foward to the volester and the new accent.... -------------------- |
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Feb 20 2010, 01:50 PM
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It looks nice, considering it has been around since 08! It looks like it would be a good seller over here and it has alot sharper look then a mazda three.
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Feb 20 2010, 03:15 PM
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I think there are 5 engines available, nothing high powered though...
Here's a Pro Cee'd based race car in Belgium... -------------------- |
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Feb 20 2010, 10:47 PM
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Dang that is pretty sweet!!!!
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Feb 21 2010, 01:04 AM
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PhD in Intellectual Intercourse Group: Members Posts: 6,167 Posts Per Day: 0.90 Thanks Received: 0 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 27-July 05 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 1,187 Mood: Crotchety |
They probably made a choice of either second generation of the I30 or the new Forte. They must be really happy with the Forte.
I agree, it is a nice looking car. -------------------- 19 mm sway bar, easy intake mod with K&N filter, Pioneer DEH P4800MP, DC Strut Bar, Brushed Aluminum Dash Kit. |
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Feb 21 2010, 01:37 AM
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It may not necessarily be Kia's fault.
Ever stop to think that maybe there's a US safety standard that is keeping it from being sold here? It has happened before... But yes, this is a snazzy ride. Kia has been pretty edgy lately. I like what they've been brewing lately. BTW, it was designed in Germany, and it's manufactured in Slovakia. Strictly a European car (except for export to Iran). -------------------- Visit my movie blog, ATTACK OF THE RED ENVELOPES
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Feb 21 2010, 01:24 PM
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that is a really sweet looking hatch. I'd love to see these in a Rwd 6spd turbo 4 cyl.
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