 I purchased this Kia new in 1997, 
except for the Check Engine light which 
came on all the time during the first 3-
4 years, I have not had any major 
problems.  I currently have 107,000 
miles on it and it still starts and 
runs good every day.  Just oil changes 
every 5,000 miles and a front gear 
clutch at 59,000, covered by warrantee. 
I am now in the market for a new car 
and am considering KIA again.  I feel I 
got my moneys worth out of this car.  I 
did also replace the front windshield 
glass 3 times due to stones,  maybe the 
Kia glass is too soft I dont know.