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Getting familiar with the group...
I bought a "new" never titled demo with 5200 mi--platinum, black, premium plus. Generally love the car. I've read most of the comments on this forum, particularly re: the suspension and I can't say that I have experienced the issues reported by some. Mine is an early build (June '08) and is extremely quiet and absorbs most bumps well. The handling is fine for a car of it's size/weight. I had previously owned only German cars--VW, Audi--my two most recent being a 1996 V6 A4 with a sport suspension and a 2003 A4 1.8T with the sport suspension and 18" rims/Goodyear Eagle F1s. Both cars handled very well but given the setup, were indeed stiff. I don't see much difference with the Genesis, though it's obviously not as "tossible" given it's size. Where it does exceed the Audis is in isolation. I used to avoid pot holes like the plague, and though I continue to do so, I no longer wince and clench my teeth in anticipation of those I cannot avoid. I would be curious to know from those who have problems with the suspension, what cars they came from. Other comments: The seats cushions are too soft for my liking and in my opinion, might add to the bouncy/oscillating feeling some have experienced. Seat travel could also be increased. Height adjustment for the passenger should be included. Fit and finish is great. The overall exterior styling is superb. Love the short overhang in front of the front wheels. Stereo (14 speaker) is wonderful. Paint finish appears to be excellent, though I have a sneaking suspicion that one of my doors may have been damaged at the port or in transition and repainted. The repaint is of excellent quality though the shade is slightly off when viewed under low light and at a certain angle (I'm going to take it up with the dealer shortly). That's all for now.
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Hopefully they'll address some of the shortcomings as part of the refresh for 2011: 
