 I bought my 2001 Elantra on an impulse while out looking to replace my gas guzzling Cadillac.  It caught my eye on the lot and I wanted to drive it but didn't think it would be in my price range.  I test drove it and noticed it only had 45,000 miles on it & it felt tight like a new car.  The seats were and remain firm yet comfortable and it had surprisingly strong acceleration.  I've had it for 2 years now, and had 2 probs.  One was a sensor that was fixed under warranty.  The other was a wheel/hub bearing that cost $400.00 to fix.  Other than that it has been great! Now when I look at or test drive other cars and get back into the Elantra I find myself asking why I am looking at other cars.