Should you still buy a Genesis Coupe in 2024? (REVIEW and buyers guide)

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  • čas přidán 29. 09. 2023
  • My fiancé's car finally makes an appearance on the channel! We love this car. But should you still buy it in 2024? In this video, we go over all the issues we've had with the Hyundai Genesis Coupe. From reliability to mods. We go over it all in this video. Consider this your comprehensive guide to the Hyundai Genesis Coupe for 2023.
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Komentáře • 72

  • @rileypaynestewart
    @rileypaynestewart  Před 2 měsíci +1

    Obviously I know it’s a 3.8 guys I accidentally said 3.6

  • @thematrix3431
    @thematrix3431 Před 6 měsíci +9

    I've got a 2013 2.oT I bought flood salvage back in 2015. Got it with 26k miles and am at 150k now with absolutely zero issues outside of the catalytic converter going bad a couple years ago. Maybe being underwater had something to do with that LOL. If I totaled my Genesis, I'd buy another. Such a fun car. I agree with almost all of your review even though I've got the turbo version.
    As you mentioned, my left hood vent also is now white 😂😂😂😂 It's just a write of passage.
    I personally have never once considered it inconvenient that you can only access the trunk via the trunk release on the door and the key. Groceries are in my cart and I carry my keys on a carabiner on my hip, this also has prevented me from ever snagging and ripping the seats with a key loop.
    I honestly don't understand how people blow these cars up so frequently. I personally feel like that's due to modifying it, and/or not maintaining it with regular service intervals but maybe everyone is just unlucky and my flood salvage car is somehow one of the good ones 🤷🏽‍♂🤷🏽‍♂🤷🏽‍♂🤷🏽‍♂🤷🏽‍♂

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Awesome man! Thanks for watching and welcome to the channel!

    • @jonf2009
      @jonf2009 Před 18 dny

      Some of them were blown up due to the service recal Hyundai had on the V6 due to metal still left in the oil passages, some have been blown up due to people adding/upping boost on stock internals but most get blown up because people let the gdi engines get valve gunk buildup that finally flakes off and smashed around the cylinder. People just don't understand these new direct injected motors have long term problems that require $$ to keep in check.

  • @princeosei5847
    @princeosei5847 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I really appreciate it you guys for doing this video. Been contemplating getting a genny coupe for the longest just with the car market recently I was waiting to see if prices would go down

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 8 měsíci

      Absolutely! Makes me happy to know the videos are having an impact. We’re sitting in the genny right now just as you said that and we were just talking about how much we like it. Message me on Instagram if you have any questions!

  • @samintrepid
    @samintrepid Před 9 měsíci +24

    This motor have a sound of a V8 engine, 348hp for a V6 it really powerful and run 13.9 at 103 mph. A turbo on this motor will be insane :)

    • @josemolina3858
      @josemolina3858 Před 6 měsíci +2

      Doe its is kool I would pass on the 3.8 and get the 2.0(which is what I have). The V6 are just not that reliable sadly

    • @samintrepid
      @samintrepid Před 6 měsíci

      @@josemolina3858 the 2.0 turbo are certainly easy to mod too :)

    • @josemolina3858
      @josemolina3858 Před 6 měsíci +1

      @samintrepid oh yea. Hyundai were literally targeting the tunnel community when they made the 2.0 but to the average fanatic for the 3.8

    • @bikotheanimator6169
      @bikotheanimator6169 Před 3 měsíci +3

      You don't want to add a turbo to the 3.8. It wasn't designed for it. Everyone blows up their Genesis Coupe cars. This is why I plan to sell my someday. There is no point in having this car. People need to do research before buying any car.

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 3 měsíci +2

      @bikotheanimator6169 you don’t need to turbo it it’s great as is

  • @outkast40
    @outkast40 Před 8 měsíci +5

    I own a 13 and 15 GC 3.8 and these vehicles make great UNMODIFIED daily drivers .I have MRR HR3 wheels with stock tire size with slight offset . M&S Ghost shadow front bumper and Chinese android head unit . I plan to keep driving them until Solid State batteries are common in EVs.

  • @todd311
    @todd311 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Nice video, I love my 2015 base model. I ordered new vents on Amazon

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 8 měsíci

      Really? What kind did you order or do you have the link? That would be very helpful

  • @AlwaysArctic
    @AlwaysArctic Před 5 měsíci +2

    Buying from Facebook and offer up is definitely the way to go , got a 70k 2013 3.8 track for 12k , no always the case but definitely better than buying from dealers

  • @bro_vtech7420
    @bro_vtech7420 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Nice review!
    For the vents, the only real fix is taking them out, fully sand away the old crappy paint, primer and base coat. I tried plastidip, paint w/out primer or sanding, and it'll always peel off, unless you take the time to properly sand them while not on the hood.
    Also, about the R-spec trim, it might be different for me since I'm in Canada and have a 2.0t R-spec, but I'm pretty sure you got a few things wrong. My understanding is that the R-spec came with all the sporty stuff (Brembo, LSD, 19in wheels, stiffer suspension and manual transmission only), while the Ultimate also added the luxury stuff from the Premium (infotainment and all that ).The seats are also different (gorgeous on the 2014+) but they're manual, not motorized and not heated.
    But this is a great and fun car! Reliability is not fun tho. It feels like there's always a little thing wrong, but as long as you change the oil regularly, it shouldn't ever be catastrophic. And the paint is garbage, careful with the hood and plastic parts (like the bumper, mirrors and spoiler) as I've had some complete clear coat failure. But driving wise, this thing is a blast!!

  • @HtsMonte
    @HtsMonte Před měsícem

    I love my 2014 3.8 genesis coupe - GT . The car is starting to become a hidden gem in my city . Looks great , fast and easy to fix if your into diy.

  • @Joseph1701-A
    @Joseph1701-A Před 11 dny

    My neighbors have one and I love it, I plan to buy my own eventually.

  • @tsujin_tsunami
    @tsujin_tsunami Před 8 měsíci

    for the vents what i did was sprayed it with matte black plasti dip and have not had that issue since, just used wide masking /painters tape and did a few layers around it, so no need to take them off

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 8 měsíci

      I wish that worked for us… we did the same thing. Maybe it’s just the Florida sun.

    • @tsujin_tsunami
      @tsujin_tsunami Před 8 měsíci

      @@rileypaynestewart I did multiple coats

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 8 měsíci

      @@tsujin_tsunami I think I did like 6 coats

  • @mikecarpenter1481
    @mikecarpenter1481 Před 6 dny

    Just sold my 2016 3.8 with 140k miles only issue i had was the ac compressor went out other than that it was a great car. I traded for a tesla model 3 performance. I thought the genny was fast but this things fast af but i still have love for my gen coupe.

  • @Foshogi
    @Foshogi Před měsícem +4

    i freaking love my genesis and i'm currently building mine to achieve 600 whp on my channel.. hopefully lol

  • @pontiacGXPfan
    @pontiacGXPfan Před 8 měsíci +3

    my favorite cheap fast car ever

  • @DankLeaf47
    @DankLeaf47 Před měsícem

    My 2011 3.8 Gen Coupe Grand Touring has 180k miles on it and still going strong I hope to get a few more years on it, I love my car haha

  • @media.cartoon
    @media.cartoon Před 5 měsíci +1

    These cars (2009-2014) 2.0T are actually pretty reliable.I'm surprised they haven't gone up in value.

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Oh I’m sure they will in due time, I’m surprised they haven’t yet

  • @SlvrWlf88
    @SlvrWlf88 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Plenty of power, ages somewhat alright, becoming rarer. It's perfect just parts will eventually become harder

    • @katieadams5860
      @katieadams5860 Před 3 měsíci

      I wonder why they are becoming rare already? The 370z and G37 are old, yet they are easy to find

  • @casurto8982
    @casurto8982 Před 2 měsíci +1

    just got a 2015 3.8 with 17k miles and one owner who happened to be an old geezer, i truly lucked out.

    • @bikotheanimator6169
      @bikotheanimator6169 Před 2 měsíci

      Is the car yellow? Is it from Dallas area?

    • @romper4444
      @romper4444 Před 2 měsíci

      How much u pay for it and was that from a dealer?

  • @chriswaddle7450
    @chriswaddle7450 Před 6 měsíci +2

    2016 rspec with 118k miles no issues and I autocross it 9 times a year

  • @3xsamm
    @3xsamm Před 6 měsíci

    whats the exhaust setup?

  • @ishiatsuknot_myofascial_relief

    2.0t with basic tune will smoke the v6 and much cheaper to fix

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 6 dny

      Maybe, but the V6 sounds really good and is very reliable. It’s whatever suits you better really.

  • @VZN1g
    @VZN1g Před 10 dny

    the phone hanging on the window side is giving me anxiety

  • @freshnewrips
    @freshnewrips Před 6 měsíci +2

    You want more torque and reliability get a manual. 🤷 Lol. I grabbed my genesis last February. Torque monster.

  • @drewlang9662
    @drewlang9662 Před 2 měsíci +1

    How many miles you have on that car ?

  • @itscoronatime8836
    @itscoronatime8836 Před 2 měsíci

    Do you get much interior panel noise? Or that god damn window whistle

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před měsícem

      YES it’s so annoying

    • @itscoronatime8836
      @itscoronatime8836 Před měsícem

      @@rileypaynestewart My window needs remounted I hope that’ll actually do it. My interior noise got a bit better with sound deadener under behind the door panels. Shit reminds you it’s an economy sports car lol

  • @AlwaysArctic
    @AlwaysArctic Před 5 měsíci +1

    Hey bro great vid , some chill music in the background would help alot though

    • @hahahajackmyswag
      @hahahajackmyswag Před 2 měsíci +1

      You don't tell anyone what to do. Understand me. Do it again and you're out

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 6 dny

      @@hahahajackmyswag that’s right!

  • @dominicanpapi81
    @dominicanpapi81 Před 5 měsíci +1

    As soon as he said 3.6 v6 I turned off the video cuz that’s just wrong information

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 4 měsíci

      I used to drive a 3.6 I just mixed them up, I know it’s a 3.8

  • @autotech2736
    @autotech2736 Před 2 měsíci

    It’s a 3.8 bro not 3.6

  • @romper4444
    @romper4444 Před 2 měsíci

    Its a 3.8 not a 3.6 by the way. Good to show the mileage on it, how many owners its had and what history u know about it. Helps people understand the reliability at the age and wear thats on your example for how many repairs its had. Like its perfectly normal to have had that kind of work done if the cars at 140-160k miles
    Also the term is "nicely weighted" steering feedback.

  • @mark883nm
    @mark883nm Před 5 měsíci +1

    "3.6 liter v6" lol XD missing 200cc there? :P ;)

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Oh did I say 3.6? I meant 3.8 if so. I used to have a 3.6L so I might’ve slipped ip

    • @mark883nm
      @mark883nm Před 5 měsíci

      @@rileypaynestewart ahah yes you did, I own a 2013 bk2 here in italy(probably the only one) 3.8 and love it, the only thing I wish Hyundai made it from fabric is a sportier exaust, a bit lower to the road and more aggressive downshifts in manual mode with the auto, but hey, all of this can be made aftermarket with a bit of money

    • @rileypaynestewart
      @rileypaynestewart  Před 5 měsíci

      @@mark883nm ikr I wish it was a bit lower with maybe some exhaust modes but hey that’s just some nitpicking I guess. It came from the factory a great car aside from that.

    • @mark883nm
      @mark883nm Před 5 měsíci

      @@rileypaynestewart yes indeed and I do not know from where the reliability issues come from, 10 years of age and running strong. For interiors and exteriors, just use ceramic product to clean and protect and it will last forever(I am using everything of carpro, out of leather cleaner, labocosmetica OMNIA is actually the best one)

  • @bikotheanimator6169
    @bikotheanimator6169 Před 8 měsíci +1

    No, don't buy one. I have a stock 2016 Genesis Coupe 3.8. I plan to save up money, sell my car someday, and purchase a 2019-2021 BMW M240i xDrive. If I get super rich, I will get the new G87 M2. 348 horsepower was nice to experience, but I'm ready for the next level. There is no point adding a Remnant Performance turbo kit. Everyone blows up their cars. Even people with built engines have destroyed them. It's pointless. If I have a 2013-2014 BK2 Genesis Coupe 2.0, I would consider keeping the car and having it built in the future to make 700whp. As of right now, I see no point in keeping the 3.8, and I've owned the car since 2017 or 2018.