ElantraXD - Car of the Month

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2002 Hyundai Elantra 5-door

How long have you owned your Elantra?

I bought it on May 23, 2002.

Is there anything special, unique, or different concerning the history of your Elantra?

Nope it's just an Elantra!

Honestly, what was your intention when you bought your Elantra?

I had no intentions for it other than a family daily driver, I was so mad that I sold my Jetta to get it. I wanted some nice rims and maybe some lowering springs.



What was your intention after discovering EXD (or other Hyundai forums)?

*Says to Dealership* "Can I return my warranty for a refund please?"

In one word describe the style of your Elantra.

Head scratching. (Editors note: That is two words).

Who helped modify your Elantra?

Me!



What do you like most about your Elantra?

The engine...its very much like me! Stubborn and lazy at times.

What do you like least about your Elantra?

The rear end, it's huge!

What modification is next for your Elantra?

Turbo!



On a scale from 0-10, how would you rate your Elantra?

6.

Most commonly, what do people say about your Elantra?

"Please don't ever take that corner that fast again!"

Who is allowed to drive your Elantra?

Me.

What is the most outrageous thing you have wanted to do to your car that you have not been able to do?

Sell it!



What kind of car did you own (or drive) before your Elantra?

1990 VW Jetta, 2.0L 16V (247whp/NA).

Realistically, what kind of car is next?

Another Jetta.

Modifications

Engine:

Cold Air Intake
OBX 4-2-1 heat wrapped header
Mandrel Bent Exhaust with high flow cat
UR Underdrive crank pulley
Megacycle custom 272 in/ex cams
Short throw shifter
Ported intake manifold and matched throttle body
Fidanza lightweight aluminum flywheel
XTD/ACT stage 3 clutch
Kspec polyeuratane front engine mount

Suspension:

20 mm rear sway bar with steel endlinks
B&G race coilovers
OBX camber kit

Interior:

Alpine stereo all around
Ractive race seats
Ractive shifter and E-brake handle
Custom tweed design paneling
Momo steering wheel
Momo pedals

Electronics:

A'PEXi SAFC
A'PEXi turbo/NA timer
Optima Red Top

Wheels:

18" Momo X1 rims
Nankang 215/35 18 tires

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