Faults:

I needed to replace the brake rotors shortly after buying the car.

I also had to replace a wheel bearing and had both replaced the same time as the brake rotors. Changing the brake rotors requires a hydraulic press and is therefore a little pricey.

The passenger's side power window assembly broke.

I changed the timing belt per manufacturer's recommendations.

Shifting into reverse can be difficult, and often requires nearly engaging the clutch.

Half of LED's in spoiler brake light are out. It is a very expensive assembly to replace.

General Comments:

The car is small and lightweight. It does not handle snow well, but I moving to South Carolina remedied that situation rather well.

The girls want to ride in it, the guys want to drive it. It gathers attention everywhere it goes and people always ask, "What is it?"

I like the design much better than the newer models. However, the V-6 would be nice.

Power is adequate off the line. When driving in the Mid-West I am left behind by minivans - until I hit third gear. This car pulls well in third and fourth, and then settles down well in fifth for good gas mileage. I typically get 32-33 MPG when on the freeway. The aerodynamics are well matched with power so that I get the same fuel economy when driving 45 as I do at 75. In city driving I am averaging 25 MPG.

I find the front seats extremely comfortable. But the back seats are for show, especially the seat behind the driver (I am 5'11").

First gear can be frustrating at first, since you much be nearly stopped to shift into that gear.

People are surprised at how much cargo can be placed in this vehicle when the rear seats are dropped.

Factory radio has excellent sound. I love having both CD and cassette players.

Faults:

Air Bag light stays on.

Replaced Clutch plates At 93,000 miles.

Replaced clutch slave at 93,000 miles.

Brakes replaced April 2006.

The cup holder is a danger to the CD player (sloshing drinks and electronics...yeesh)

Paint is chipping on the hood.

General Comments:

This car turns heads.

The Tiburon can turn on a dime and give back change if it wants.

My Fiance and I live 70 miles out of town and the drive to work never stops being fun. I am a short female so the Tiburon offers just enough comfortable room for me without feeling like I am driving a boat.

This is what I like to call a creeper car, it accelerates at a smooth rate, and has a comfortable cruising speed (much to the irritation of this.. inattentive driver) of about 80 mph.

The stock stereo works perfectly with the alpine cd player that was installed in february.

This little car has taken most of its beatings in stride. I have never had any major problems (knock on wood). Most of my repairs I have been able to do myself and they have just been normal maintenance that comes with owning a nine year old car.

Faults:

My breaks needed to be replaced right away.

Alignment was needed when car was bought.

Little squeaks and rattles come from the car.

Battery clamp on posts broken when bought.

General Comments:

This car is very stylish and sleek looking. It definitely turns heads when it goes by.

Although the interior is very small and probably only suitable for 2 people it is well worth the price.