CELEBRATING Hyundai's official entry into the FIA World Rally Championship this year, a special version of the company's stunning and successful Coupe, the F2 has been unveiled, in time for S registration.

Sharing the same technological and dynamic starting point as the 2.0 SE model, the new car hints at the sporting prowess of the Hyundai Formula Two rally machine as well as adding a number of luxury touches.

The road going Coupe F2 uses the same two litre 16-valve 137 hp four cylinder engine and the highly-praised independent MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension and five-speed manual transmission. An automatic option is available.

To differentiate the F2 from the SE model a chrome mesh front grille and a lower spoiler add a purposeful appearance along with new larger alloy wheels and wider Pirelli P7000 tyres to further enhance roadholding and grip. It also receives unique aluminium kick-plates on the door sills, badging and floor mats.

A chrome and leather gear knob adds to the cabin enhancement and a new Sony radio/CD system provides improved on-the-move entertainment.

Priced at £17,999 on-the-road for the manual F2 or £18,798 for the automatic version and available in three special colours - black, silver and racing blue - the car represents excellent value in a market dominated by highly-priced saloon-car conversions or cramped hot-hatches.

The Hyundai Coupe has, since its introduction in September 1996, consistently been the best-selling full-sized true Coupe in the UK and has drawn hundreds of new and demanding customers to the Hyundai marque for the first time.

For information on Hyundai in Wirral, contact Eastham Motors, New Chester Road, Eastham. Phone 327-6389

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