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Old 08-22-05 | 10:23 AM
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Default Hyundai Sonata 3rd Gen GS Copycat

what do you guys think? it looks to me hyundai copied the 3rd gen GS rear styling. here are some pics.
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another shot
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looks to me more like accord rear styling
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and another one
Old 08-22-05 | 10:27 AM
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dang, last one didn't load. let me try again.
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ok, last one.
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for comparison
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notice the angle of the tail lights, the colors, and notice how the bumper is shaped with the backup sensors. doesn't it look like it was copied from the GS?
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here's the accord. i don't think it looks like the accord.
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and another accord from a different angle.
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Old 08-22-05 | 11:22 AM
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i gotta agree with you on this one, gsquicksilver....this is why i like my gs400 more, cuz its more "distinctive."
Old 08-22-05 | 11:30 AM
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Well, you know what happened with the headlights. Looks liked like the 2nd Gen GS as well.
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looks more like the accord tails....but i wouldn't be surprised to see "L" emblems on either the Sonata or Accord soon....LOL!!
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it appears that hyundai likes to copy the more popular and luxurious body styles (lexus, mercedes, etc...) as their engineers may be inept at creating new and attractive models that appeal to the masses...doesn't surprise me.
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Several years ago, no one would admit to having a Hyundai. But it's now considered cool to have one. Reliability have skyrocketed over the years and best warranty in the business. Get a Hyundai and EMachine computer and u will be in the in-crowd. But have stepped up their game.



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