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10-18-2009, 06:46 AM
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Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
 No word yet on whether it will be front- or rear-wheel-drive. More info/photos: http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-1...ifications-yet
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10-18-2009, 08:24 AM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
I hope there's some body shop that can seamlessly remove the KIA badge from the hood and place it onto the grille.
Or can someone do a quick chop with the KIA badge on the grille instead?
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10-18-2009, 08:50 AM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
Compared to the Amanti, it's gorgeous.
Scratch that, it looks pretty good, period. Comparing it to the Amanti isn't useful, a toaster looks gorgeous next to the Amanti. I'm really curious whether they're switching to RWD (with a higher price) or not. |
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10-18-2009, 09:11 AM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
Sounds like 'credenza', as in a piece of furniture.
Regardless, this thing looks like a supermodel compared to the Amanti.
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10-18-2009, 10:20 AM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
Looks great. Everything I've read is it's FWD. I've said it before, and I'll say it again, Everybody from the Japanese to the Domestics need to be watching the Koreans, their products get better with every new intro!
It also shows that GM CAN change it's perception. It wasn't that long ago that most people wouldn't want to be seen in either a Hyundai or Kia, but that perception seems to have dissappeared now. Great product, quality, at a low price wins every time and builds loyalty!
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10-18-2009, 10:32 AM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
HOLY FECIES!!!!!!!!!! That thing is beautiful! Koreans stepping up their game hardcore...
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10-18-2009, 11:25 AM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
Those are Opel head light accents straight up. I hate how so many Asian automakers seem hell bent on copying designs and not being original.
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10-18-2009, 11:26 AM
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10-18-2009, 12:32 PM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
Wow... I'm impressed. Pretty good looking vehicle, but the name can use some work.
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10-18-2009, 01:12 PM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
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As for this car I would say that replacing the ugliest sedan on the market today should be relatively easy. This car is OK, but at least it's not awful. .
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10-18-2009, 01:48 PM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
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10-18-2009, 01:49 PM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
That is a very good looking car. Do not think I would enjoy washing that many spokes per wheel individually.
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10-18-2009, 02:19 PM
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Re: Kia Amanti replacement named Cadenza; first photos and information
It actually looks pretty nice, but couldn't they name it something else. Seriously what does Cadenza even mean??? And why would you name your flagship after it???
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