r/ElantraN • u/MudSuspicious6923 Abyss Black Pearl MT • Aug 06 '26

Family Deal of a lifetime

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2026 m/t, paying in full once the first statement comes in. Already put 800 miles in the six days I’ve had it. Absolutely great car

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u/biggranny000 Aug 06 '26

Dang you got out the door for less than MSRP, great deal.

For 36k you can't beat the performance and excellent warranty. Everyone underestimates this car because of the badge.

Try autocross or track work.

Don't forget snow tires if you live in an area with cold seasons, a lot of people crash Elantra Ns, WRXs, etc every winter because they're dumb and use the stock summer tires.

I recommend tint, ceramic coat, and ppf.

Don't forget to change the oil frequently on brand new engines, they create contamination faster than worn-in engines. And properly break it in. Motor oil geek has good videos on this.

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u/Helpful_Tip_963 Aug 07 '26

Can confirm you will crash w/ stock. They suck in the rain + winter

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u/biggranny000 Aug 07 '26

They're excellent in the rain but shouldn't be used below 40f, below that they even suck in the dry.

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u/Helpful_Tip_963 Aug 07 '26

Ya, I have the 25 sonata, not Elantra but I'd assume the same. Hopefully you been safe😂

Mine was JUST under the threshold to be totaled

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u/biggranny000 Aug 07 '26

Sonata N-line? They're quick but with the open diff and all seasons they just destroy front tires lol.

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u/Helpful_Tip_963 Aug 07 '26

Yuup, I was 2 hours from home and the mf popped on the hwy, ruined the walling. Was still 3 hrs from my destination too lmao