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Boost it!
Agent001 submitted on 11/17/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 1:51:47 PM
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In my opinion, the most gorgeous concept at the LA Auto Show was the Hyundai Genesis Coupe. I kept shaking my head saying 'THIS is a Hyundai?'. From all angles, the design was really put together right. Now the challenge is, can they keep the production car true to the concept, because virtually no one does. By the time it hits the street, most finished cars barely resemble the icon that the manufacturer debuted at the auto show. Let's hope Hyundai can make the final car as nice looking as the concept. If they do, things could get REALLY interesting. The other thing we want to know is do you think this new Hyundai bests the designs of the Infiniti G37 and BMW Coupes? As Hyundai's new ad campaign says, 'Think about it'... 2007 LA Auto Show, LA Girls and Models Photo Gallery 2007 LA Auto Show, LA Girls and Models Photo Gallery This year's LA Auto Show gallery is sponsored by Toyota Don't forget to review your car today and have a chance at winning a Passport 8500 Blue*! AutoSpies.com User Car Reviews
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Posted on 11/17/2007 2:13:58 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1
agreed this car is gorgeous but lets wait for the production version before commenting.— Talli (View Profile)
agreed this car is gorgeous but lets wait for the production version before commenting.
— Talli (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 2:21:31 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3
why wait to comment?it's at the auto show. so it's ripe for comment.— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)
why wait to comment?it's at the auto show. so it's ripe for comment.
— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 4:22:11 PM | | Votes: 5
yes its true this car is very gorgeours — adamblack (View Profile)
yes its true this car is very gorgeours
— adamblack (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 11:26:28 PM | | Votes: 2
Posted on 11/17/2007 11:26:38 PM | | Votes: -2
001, are you kidding?This is a concept car. Of COURSE it's going to look amazing. But the title is just absolutely ridiculous.— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)
001, are you kidding?This is a concept car. Of COURSE it's going to look amazing. But the title is just absolutely ridiculous.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 2:39:26 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6
And by the way, strip away the orange, the huge wing, the silly air intakes and the shiny show-car finish... and it won't hold a candle to the designs of either the G37 or the 335i coupe.— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)
And by the way, strip away the orange, the huge wing, the silly air intakes and the shiny show-car finish... and it won't hold a candle to the designs of either the G37 or the 335i coupe.
Posted on 11/17/2007 2:40:32 PM | | Votes: 10
Sorry, substitute "carbon fiber hood" in for "huge wing."— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)
Sorry, substitute "carbon fiber hood" in for "huge wing."
Posted on 11/17/2007 2:41:29 PM | | Votes: 7
I SAID, it was the best looking 'Concept' at the LA Auto Show.then...Now the challenge is, can they keep the production car true to the concept, because virtually no one does.finallydo you think this new Hyundai bests the designs of the Infiniti G37 and BMW Coupesso what's the issue?001— Agent001 (View Profile)
I SAID, it was the best looking 'Concept' at the LA Auto Show.then...Now the challenge is, can they keep the production car true to the concept, because virtually no one does.finallydo you think this new Hyundai bests the designs of the Infiniti G37 and BMW Coupesso what's the issue?001
Posted on 11/17/2007 2:56:03 PM | | Votes: -10
"And by the way, strip away the orange, the huge wing, the silly air intakes and the shiny show-car finish... and it won't hold a candle to the designs of either the G37 or the 335i coupe."I answered the question, AFTER critiquing the title.— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)
"And by the way, strip away the orange, the huge wing, the silly air intakes and the shiny show-car finish... and it won't hold a candle to the designs of either the G37 or the 335i coupe."I answered the question, AFTER critiquing the title.
Posted on 11/17/2007 10:03:47 PM | | Votes: 6
Its early to say but no doubt this is very good.Quite original.JUGNU— JUGNU (View Profile)
Its early to say but no doubt this is very good.Quite original.JUGNU
— JUGNU (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 2:49:43 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
original? are you kidding me? ill admit that it looks pretty good, but the headlights are from the Lexus ES and the brakelights are from the Lexus IS..talk about original— chris760 (View Profile)
original? are you kidding me? ill admit that it looks pretty good, but the headlights are from the Lexus ES and the brakelights are from the Lexus IS..talk about original
— chris760 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 5:55:01 PM | | Votes: 5
that headline is such smack. get real.hyundai has come a long way. and they're making some great product. but they are hardly leading the way in design or technology.again, ridiculous headline.— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)
that headline is such smack. get real.hyundai has come a long way. and they're making some great product. but they are hardly leading the way in design or technology.again, ridiculous headline.
Posted on 11/17/2007 4:21:26 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 7
I have to agree with most responses so far, all the double touch paint jobs, added on exhaust, carbon body panels, huge wheels, and ultra aggressive headlamps are what have made this car look better than the G37 or the BMW 335i. We have to wait if the production version can do the same. If Hyundai can get 85% of the looks in the concept into production version, then this genesis coupe may infact look better than the competition, but will Hyundai do it. We all know that adding big bulges and superficial make up colors and body trims can make even a toyota corolla look amazing. So i will wait till the production version comes.— farabira1 (View Profile)
I have to agree with most responses so far, all the double touch paint jobs, added on exhaust, carbon body panels, huge wheels, and ultra aggressive headlamps are what have made this car look better than the G37 or the BMW 335i. We have to wait if the production version can do the same. If Hyundai can get 85% of the looks in the concept into production version, then this genesis coupe may infact look better than the competition, but will Hyundai do it. We all know that adding big bulges and superficial make up colors and body trims can make even a toyota corolla look amazing. So i will wait till the production version comes.
— farabira1 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 4:26:07 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 7
That's because it will break down if it accelerates too quickly ;)I can already tell you the responses I will get to this:-Hyundais are good now.-Hyundai has improved a lot.-Hyundai is way better than Nissan.-I have a bunch of upgraded Hyundais that will smoke even a Bugatti.-I love my Hyundai so much I lick the tires clean after I drive it.— lexusis350 (View Profile)
That's because it will break down if it accelerates too quickly ;)I can already tell you the responses I will get to this:-Hyundais are good now.-Hyundai has improved a lot.-Hyundai is way better than Nissan.-I have a bunch of upgraded Hyundais that will smoke even a Bugatti.-I love my Hyundai so much I lick the tires clean after I drive it.
— lexusis350 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/18/2007 12:46:07 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1
Even the model is ugly!— autopro (View Profile)
Even the model is ugly!
Posted on 11/17/2007 5:02:44 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
Hyundai can't "best" Infiniti or BMW, they can just copy. That's the one thing Hyundai is good at, copying the designs of other cars.— lexusis350 (View Profile)
Hyundai can't "best" Infiniti or BMW, they can just copy. That's the one thing Hyundai is good at, copying the designs of other cars.
Posted on 11/17/2007 6:12:35 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
I am sorry, but I don't think Hyundai has copied from anyone. The design looks very genuine, and seems to be derived from the previous Tibourn theme, although this car looks way better. Hyundai should get accolades for their genuine effort, no chinese mark ups here. But we should not compare it to Infiniti and BMW already, let's wait for the road tests to come.— farabira1 (View Profile)
I am sorry, but I don't think Hyundai has copied from anyone. The design looks very genuine, and seems to be derived from the previous Tibourn theme, although this car looks way better. Hyundai should get accolades for their genuine effort, no chinese mark ups here. But we should not compare it to Infiniti and BMW already, let's wait for the road tests to come.
Posted on 11/17/2007 7:18:49 PM | | Votes: -2
farabira1, Hyundai blatantly copies design from other companies. Go look at the latest Hyundais and then go look at the latest Mercedes and 5 Series.— Agent004 (View Profile)
farabira1, Hyundai blatantly copies design from other companies. Go look at the latest Hyundais and then go look at the latest Mercedes and 5 Series.
— Agent004 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 9:47:48 PM | | Votes: 4
Agent004, I looked, and they have less in common with Merc/BMW designs than Lexuses do.— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)
Agent004, I looked, and they have less in common with Merc/BMW designs than Lexuses do.
Posted on 11/17/2007 10:05:39 PM | | Votes: 2
Good crap, take a chill pill, all of you. Hyundai may not have copied BMW or Infiniti, but that doesn't mean they haven't copied other cars. Look at the Hyundai Corolla (Elantra), Hyundai Accord (Sonata), or Hyundai RX (Veracruz). They rarely have an original idea.— lexusis350 (View Profile)
Good crap, take a chill pill, all of you. Hyundai may not have copied BMW or Infiniti, but that doesn't mean they haven't copied other cars. Look at the Hyundai Corolla (Elantra), Hyundai Accord (Sonata), or Hyundai RX (Veracruz). They rarely have an original idea.
Posted on 11/18/2007 12:42:38 AM | | Votes: 4
Actually, come to think of it, this car looks like a Lexus ES coupe. The resemblance of the headlights and taillights are very similar. — lexusis350 (View Profile)
Actually, come to think of it, this car looks like a Lexus ES coupe. The resemblance of the headlights and taillights are very similar.
Posted on 11/18/2007 1:05:29 AM | | Votes: 2
I hate bringing this in but... can someone tell me what other car resembles the current jetta?yes the last gen corolla!! — Htay7500 (View Profile)
I hate bringing this in but... can someone tell me what other car resembles the current jetta?yes the last gen corolla!!
— Htay7500 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/18/2007 12:22:19 PM | | Votes: 0
Looks...ok...but not a realistic production car for hyundai...— ThierryHenry14 (View Profile)
Looks...ok...but not a realistic production car for hyundai...
— ThierryHenry14 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 6:14:08 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1
I still feel this design is okay I guess, at least it has potential. It's ultimately killed by its after-market appearance & that terrible styling no-no in the form of a dip behind the cars B-pillar. The 350Z looks a lot better without trying so hard.As for matching Infiniti & BMW in terms of design or anything for that matter, probably not in our lifetime. — MunichRob (View Profile)
I still feel this design is okay I guess, at least it has potential. It's ultimately killed by its after-market appearance & that terrible styling no-no in the form of a dip behind the cars B-pillar. The 350Z looks a lot better without trying so hard.As for matching Infiniti & BMW in terms of design or anything for that matter, probably not in our lifetime.
— MunichRob (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 6:55:27 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3
We're only talking exterior design here...not how it will drive/perform.001— Agent001 (View Profile)
We're only talking exterior design here...not how it will drive/perform.001
Posted on 11/17/2007 7:02:30 PM | | Votes: 2
This will be a stripped down cheap looking imitation when it actually hits the market!— mikeydred20 (View Profile)
This will be a stripped down cheap looking imitation when it actually hits the market!
— mikeydred20 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 7:32:00 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 7
I highly doubt that.— lexusis350 (View Profile)
I highly doubt that.
Posted on 11/18/2007 1:09:26 AM | | Votes: 3
Holy crap, I think I just peed my pants a little from laughing so hard.— lexusis350 (View Profile)
Holy crap, I think I just peed my pants a little from laughing so hard.
Posted on 11/18/2007 1:10:27 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
I don't care what you guys say whether you my friend or foe on autospies.com. The design is hot and if a toned down version like this can hit the streets coming out of a Hyundai dealership, every Japanese brand and some European brands should keep a watchful eye because they will definitely be more affordable and bang for buck. However that is IF they will transform this concept into a production model.I like the way Hyundai is headed. So what if it may look like an Infiniti or BMW. It's not like Lexus got to it's success right now without 'boring' a few ideas from the '3-points'.Take it for what it is..a concept. A beautiful one at that. Until a production model comes out lets not jump to conclusions. However the fact that they have come up with such a creation is already a positive thing as they are heading towards better designs and hopefully better technology in their lineups in the future.— Agent63 (View Profile)
I don't care what you guys say whether you my friend or foe on autospies.com. The design is hot and if a toned down version like this can hit the streets coming out of a Hyundai dealership, every Japanese brand and some European brands should keep a watchful eye because they will definitely be more affordable and bang for buck. However that is IF they will transform this concept into a production model.I like the way Hyundai is headed. So what if it may look like an Infiniti or BMW. It's not like Lexus got to it's success right now without 'boring' a few ideas from the '3-points'.Take it for what it is..a concept. A beautiful one at that. Until a production model comes out lets not jump to conclusions. However the fact that they have come up with such a creation is already a positive thing as they are heading towards better designs and hopefully better technology in their lineups in the future.
— Agent63 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 9:58:22 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
deboost me because you all are scared of Hyundai :P. Give credit where credit is due. This is the best look Hyundai has unveiled as far as I can remember.Don't forget Toyota/Honda/Nissan all had to start somewhere. They were all once little chumps trying to make a name for themselves and look at them now.— Agent63 (View Profile)
deboost me because you all are scared of Hyundai :P. Give credit where credit is due. This is the best look Hyundai has unveiled as far as I can remember.Don't forget Toyota/Honda/Nissan all had to start somewhere. They were all once little chumps trying to make a name for themselves and look at them now.
Posted on 11/19/2007 5:20:05 PM | | Votes: 1
That Hyundai is grotesque.It looks abnormal :(— EL34 (View Profile)
That Hyundai is grotesque.It looks abnormal :(
— EL34 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 10:03:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5
It's scary when I can agree with you.— lexusis350 (View Profile)
It's scary when I can agree with you.
Posted on 11/18/2007 1:11:28 AM | | Votes: 2
very interesting. hyundai is getting a buttload of press, and they deserve it. i think these will sell quite well. and looky here...NO V8so if b-list hyundai can make this much noise by offering a simple rwd coupe/sedan, this tells us just how badly acura and alfa romeo need to be offering rwd. you heard me-acura needs no stupid v8, just rwd.i like the styling. a tad flashy for my taste, but i know it's got makeup on for its photo shoot.— 1995e34 (View Profile)
very interesting. hyundai is getting a buttload of press, and they deserve it. i think these will sell quite well. and looky here...NO V8so if b-list hyundai can make this much noise by offering a simple rwd coupe/sedan, this tells us just how badly acura and alfa romeo need to be offering rwd. you heard me-acura needs no stupid v8, just rwd.i like the styling. a tad flashy for my taste, but i know it's got makeup on for its photo shoot.
— 1995e34 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 10:08:28 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
the dollar menu @ WENDY'S?— 1995e34 (View Profile)
the dollar menu @ WENDY'S?
Posted on 11/17/2007 10:14:49 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6
Here's a little tip when buying anything: If it seems to good to be true, it probably is. The same goes for this.— lexusis350 (View Profile)
Here's a little tip when buying anything: If it seems to good to be true, it probably is. The same goes for this.
Posted on 11/18/2007 1:13:01 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
It is OK for what it is, but much too racer-boy for my taste.I am pretty sure that Hyundai hired a hotshot designer from one of the European Makers(don't remember which one) but he stated his mission was to create a corporate look-identity for Hyundai. I wonder if this is his first salvo.— ICON (View Profile)
It is OK for what it is, but much too racer-boy for my taste.I am pretty sure that Hyundai hired a hotshot designer from one of the European Makers(don't remember which one) but he stated his mission was to create a corporate look-identity for Hyundai. I wonder if this is his first salvo.
— ICON (View Profile)
Posted on 11/17/2007 10:42:48 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
If I were BMW I'd be flattered.the rear of this coupe is extremely similiar to that of the Z4 Coupe.In fact, the entire car seems to have been heavily influenced by BMW's flame surfacing.And I do believe that ps1982k is a great nominee for 'Broken Record of The Year'.— Matthew1 (View Profile)
If I were BMW I'd be flattered.the rear of this coupe is extremely similiar to that of the Z4 Coupe.In fact, the entire car seems to have been heavily influenced by BMW's flame surfacing.And I do believe that ps1982k is a great nominee for 'Broken Record of The Year'.
— Matthew1 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/18/2007 3:34:03 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1
UNF the production version will be a watered down version of this.— 007vehispy1 (View Profile)
UNF the production version will be a watered down version of this.
— 007vehispy1 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/18/2007 10:38:04 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
this car is just plain old ugly.....— M3E92chick (View Profile)
this car is just plain old ugly.....
— M3E92chick (View Profile)
Posted on 11/18/2007 11:54:18 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
Anyone can design better cars than BMW these days!!!— Jag_xfr (View Profile)
Anyone can design better cars than BMW these days!!!
— Jag_xfr (View Profile)
Posted on 11/18/2007 12:18:06 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
Have you even seen a BMW these days? They're incredibly nice.— lexusis350 (View Profile)
Have you even seen a BMW these days? They're incredibly nice.
Posted on 11/18/2007 12:47:04 PM | | Votes: 1
Yes, thank you.It seems that anyone can design better cars than Jaguar, though.Sorry, just had to. The XK is fantastic and the XJ is great, but the rest...— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)
Yes, thank you.It seems that anyone can design better cars than Jaguar, though.Sorry, just had to. The XK is fantastic and the XJ is great, but the rest...
Posted on 11/18/2007 1:03:43 PM | | Votes: 0
I like the Jaguar XF.— lexusis350 (View Profile)
I like the Jaguar XF.
Posted on 11/18/2007 1:36:57 PM | | Votes: 2
A great concept, except:those silly groves on the side (please tone it down a bit, Hyundai),I seems the Genesis sedan will have many details not carried over from its impressive concept. The production grill is a dead-ringer for the LS460. The tail lights are completely different from the concept.— BMW995 (View Profile)
A great concept, except:those silly groves on the side (please tone it down a bit, Hyundai),I seems the Genesis sedan will have many details not carried over from its impressive concept. The production grill is a dead-ringer for the LS460. The tail lights are completely different from the concept.
— BMW995 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/18/2007 2:32:49 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
except they look nothing like them?idiot.This thing is nasty, I dont care what badge it wears, even the tiburon looks better...— M35MT (View Profile)
except they look nothing like them?idiot.This thing is nasty, I dont care what badge it wears, even the tiburon looks better...
— M35MT (View Profile)
Posted on 11/19/2007 12:49:57 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
I will only buy a Hyundai if it comes with plastic wheel hubcaps.— cRacKhEaDaLLeY (View Profile)
I will only buy a Hyundai if it comes with plastic wheel hubcaps.
— cRacKhEaDaLLeY (View Profile)
Posted on 11/19/2007 1:45:35 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
the genesis concept is the replacement for the tiburon. who designed the tiburon? thats right. pinafarina. design cues from the 599?— minimalist (View Profile)
the genesis concept is the replacement for the tiburon. who designed the tiburon? thats right. pinafarina. design cues from the 599?
— minimalist (View Profile)
Posted on 11/19/2007 7:39:18 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
Hyundai, better than Infiniti or BMW? This better be a joke!— Eman171 (View Profile)
Hyundai, better than Infiniti or BMW? This better be a joke!
— Eman171 (View Profile)
Posted on 11/19/2007 10:43:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
I think the title of this thread is provacative not misleading as some have claimed. But I do believe it might be pre-mature to say Hyundai has bested Inifiniti and bimmer. But what if it Hyundai does manage to pull it off and bring 85% of this concept to production? Hello? This car like it or not will be a runaway best seller. You may not like it nor like the Hyundai brand but there is a market for this car and if they do it right the market will be ready and hungry for it.Drive on.— acronis (View Profile)
I think the title of this thread is provacative not misleading as some have claimed. But I do believe it might be pre-mature to say Hyundai has bested Inifiniti and bimmer. But what if it Hyundai does manage to pull it off and bring 85% of this concept to production? Hello? This car like it or not will be a runaway best seller. You may not like it nor like the Hyundai brand but there is a market for this car and if they do it right the market will be ready and hungry for it.Drive on.
— acronis (View Profile)
Posted on 11/20/2007 12:20:19 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
I don't understand the caption under the pics."See the full line up at Toyota.com"...hmmm...I understand that concepts are supposed to drive emotion & enthusiasm for the product/brand, but I'm not sure what segment Hyundai is trying to capture with this one. The Genesis sedan is supposed to be the mature luxury vehicle & the Genesis coupe is geared towards the F&F crowds? I don't get it. It doesn't look anything like the Genesis sedan, so why not just come out with another name? — ElSparquito (View Profile)
I don't understand the caption under the pics."See the full line up at Toyota.com"...hmmm...I understand that concepts are supposed to drive emotion & enthusiasm for the product/brand, but I'm not sure what segment Hyundai is trying to capture with this one. The Genesis sedan is supposed to be the mature luxury vehicle & the Genesis coupe is geared towards the F&F crowds? I don't get it. It doesn't look anything like the Genesis sedan, so why not just come out with another name?
— ElSparquito (View Profile)
Posted on 11/20/2007 12:41:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
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