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38 The Star Thursday August 13 2020 Vibrant Veloster joins long line of coupes I KNOW LIFE often means disappointments but it will take me a bit of time to get over missing out on a drive of Hyundai’s new i30 N fastback – a high-performance car based around its hot-hatch stablemate. See, the turbocharged 2-litre manual was a casualty of the coronavirus level 4 lockdown, I was due to have it within that period but it has since been seconded to duties in other parts of the country. That aside, the other Hyundai models I was scheduled into have arrived, and a week with the latest generation Hyundai Veloster almost made up for not stepping into the i30 N. The Veloster has been around since 2012, and has just undergone a major transformation. Saying that, the one element that makes the Veloster standout from the crowd hasn’t been changed. What appears to be a traditional twodoor coupe is actually a three-door. Yes, there are two doors on the passenger side and just one on the driver’s side. The concept was first introduced with safety in mind, the rationale being that when children are seated in the rear they can only exit from the footpath side of the vehicle, egress to the road is denied. Bear in mind, too, that the Veloster is only a four-seater. Some might say the design of the Veloster is outlandish, I’d say it is bold yet trendy, it is fresh and with an aggressive body and with vivid colours to choose from, the Veloster certainly makes a statement. The evaluation car was finished in a matte gun metal grey, it drew a lot of attention during the time it was in my care. The Veloster arrives with two engine options – a 2-litre naturally aspirated unit that develops 110kW. Or else there is a 1.6-litre turbocharged option – the 150kW engine that powers several other Hyundai and Kia models. The evaluation car was the latter, and it is an engine I’m quite familiar with, it is no outright powerhouse like the engine in the i30 N, but it is a feisty little unit and stands out for its honesty and fussfree behaviour. Although it must be said there is genuine exhaust sound, there’s a constant throb under load and an enticing crackle between gears. When the Veloster first appeared, it was Hyundai’s first full-production vehicle with a dual clutch gearbox; that type of transmission is still used, although it now gets seven gears that can be manipulated through steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. In terms of driving, DCT units can be treated much like a normal STYLISH: The Hyundai Veloster is characterised by a short, squat rear quarter. HYUNDAI VELOSTER: Bold wheels add to its aggressive looks. automatic transmission, the big difference is that in itself it works like a manual but without a manual clutch and, of course, there’s no power-robbing characteristics of traditional torque converter system. The result is a quick shifting unit that doesn’t load the engine, power is clean, and with a strong torque figure (265Nm) and available low, and all of the way between 1500 to 4500rpm, the Veloster turbo is a quick-reacting car which is no slouch against the stopwatch. It will lunge to 100km/h in 7.5sec, which will satisfy those who are happy with moderate performance, but for me the big surprise is the mid-speed performance, it will scorch through a highway overtake (80-120km/h) in 4.2sec, made possible through solid turbo boost and quickshifting ratios which are ideal for the wide cross-section of our driving styles and journeys. On the subject of figures, the Veloster turbo is rated by Hyundai with a 7.1-litre per 100km combined cycle fuel usage average. At 100km/h I recorded an instantaneous readout of 5l/100km with the engine working over freely at 2000rpm. I guess if you explore the turbo boost frequently it will be hard to match Hyundai’s claim, • Price – Hyundai Veloster, $52,990 • Dimensions – Length, 4250mm; width, 1800mm; height, 1409mm • Configuration – Fourcylinder, front-wheeldrive, 1591cc, 150kW, 265Nm, seven-speed dual clutch automatic. • Performance – 0-100km/h, 7.5sec • Fuel usage – 7.1l/100km and with just a 50-litre fuel tank you need to be mindful fill-ups may come around quicker than expected. Nevertheless, I enjoyed the power and strength of that wee engine, it is delightful and provides the fun factor when you feel the need for a quick burst, taking into account that several drive modes allow the driver to choose how the car behaves, from economical to sport. In terms of handling, the Veloster feels sharp up front with definite turn-in. Sport specification Michelin tyres (225/40 x 18in) have high-grip properties and combined with a fully independent suspension the car feels well attached to the road. Ride quality isn’t jeopardised by a definite firming of the dampers and springs and at just 1.4m tall gravitational movement in a corner needn’t be considered. The Veloster turbo is only available in one fully-specced level – Limited. It is loaded with goodies such as full leather, heated and cooled seats, heated steering wheel, head-up display, satellite navigation, keyless entry and ignition, and all the other bells and whistles that make up Hyundai’s top level trim spec. It also gets a full safety suite of technologies. Hyundai has had a long history of producing two-door coupes, even though you could argue the Veloster is essentially a three-door. When I first started writing about cars in 1988, one of the first I drove was the Scoupe, Hyundai’s first sporty car, that transformed into what Hyundai called simply Coupe around 1996, the Tiburon followed, then in 2012 the Veloster first landed in New Zealand. That history has served Hyundai well, the Veloster is a beautifully-made car and one which is both fun and exciting. It dares to be different with its styling, but that is part of its appeal, if you are wanting to stand out in a crowd, at $52,990 ($45,990 nonturbo), it’s a relatively affordable way to make a statement. CAR REMOVALS $$CASH PAID$$ CARS, VANS, UTES & 4X4 WANTED NZ OWNED AND OPERATED FOR 24 YEARS We use world class vehicle depollution systems 0800 8200 600 www.pickapart.co.nz style noun elegance and sophistication. synonyms: flair, grace, poise, polish, suaveness, urbanity, chic, finesse, taste, class, comfort, luxury, affluence, wealth, opulence, lavishness. MAGAZINE STYLE.KIWI
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Purchasing a home is one of the biggest investments you may make during your lifetime. It is, therefore, necessary to decide who will be the benefactor/s of your property and belongings should you suddenly pass away. To do this, you need to create a will. A will states who receives what in the event of your death. According to the Public Trust, over 50% of New Zealanders do not have a will. Young people, aged from 25 to 39 years, who are financially independent, feature highly in this area, and yet they are a group more likely to indulge in adventurous holidays and take part in risky extreme sports. Accumulated assets of this age group might include a bike, car, TV, house, and furniture, along with a vast range of electronic and digital gear. With the arrival of a family, having a will in place is even more essential and yet, according to the survey taken in 2014, only 30% of 25-40 year-olds, with children, have a will in place. A will not only legally takes care of the property, and the monetary side of things but can also state who will take care of children in the event of an untimely death. What happens if there is no will The lack of a will can create problems over who will benefit from the estate - this is especially important if there are children, de facto relationships, children from previous relationships, family members with addictions, or where a business is involved. Where there is no will, the estate goes into ‘intestacy’, which means a court will appoint an administrator, who does the same job as an executor, to manage the estate. The administrator has the authority to act on behalf of the deceased and applies to the High Court for letters of administration (power to administrate the estate). Home & Property appears every Thursday, delivered FREE throughout Christchurch For more information and bookings, contact Mike Fulham M: 021 300 567 E: mike@starmedia.kiwi CHECKLIST FOR SELLING YOUR HOME MAKE SMALL FIXES Inspect your home with a buyer’s eyes, and correct the flaws that are most egregious (if affordable) or can be relatively easily fixed—from repairing cracks in the walkways to repainting dingy walls or oiling creaky hinges. SET A PRICE A real estate agent will give you a market analysis free of charge or commitment. Ask a few to get a broader picture of the market, then ask to see listings for properties similar to yours that have sold in the past six months. Check out comparable listings yourself in the real estate section of your newspaper or on websites. Then decide whether you want a quick, easy sale or the highest possible price. CLEAN & DECLUTTER Weed out excess furniture, knicknacks, and “stuff”— toss it, donate it, give it away, sell it at a yard sale, or put it into storage—so the house seems more spacious and buyers can imagine themselves in it. STAY VIGILIANT ABOUT MAINTENANCE From the moment you start showing your house, keep the lawn mowed, shrubs trimmed, gardens weeded, rooms spotless and clutter-free. READY YOUR HOME FOR OPEN DAYS Hide pocketable valuables, display fresh flowers or bowls of fruit, bake a batch of cookies for the homey smell, open the drapes, keep pets out of sight. DECIDE WHETHER TO DO YOUR OWN BUILDING INSPECTION It may save you time, especially with older homes, to identify—and potentially solve—problems your buyer’s inspection will discover later. Homeownership: should you make a will? The Administration Act 1969 provides a code to be followed that ensures the estate is administered in order of priority. (Check out Wills at www. communitylaw.org.nz) Save time and money Before meeting with your lawyer, and to help save time and money, decide in advance how you want to distribute your will – determine who will receive what. You can also create a DIY will online, but if the distribution of your property is complicated, you may need to contact a lawyer for additional help. For your will to be valid and legally binding it must be signed in front of two witnesses, who also must sign it. The witnesses are not in any way responsible for what is in the will or its execution. Four steps to creating a will 1. Nominate an executor – the person who will manage the distribution of your property. 2. Choose how you want to be buried or cremated, and how you want your funeral to be held, i.e. small and private, at a church, or in a garden. Make sure family or friends know in advance what you want to happen, as the reading of the will may not be before the funeral. 3. 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