mid-engine RM460 Hyundai Genesis Coupe - TriStateTuners.com :: Home of Tristate Auto Enthusiast

SpEcRv9 · 11-04-2009, 04:02 PM

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It's arrived. Finally. The wickedly awesome Rhys Millen Racing mid-engine V8 version the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is here, and it took every fiber of our being not to hop in and drive it off the SEMA show floor.

The RM460 is why we're in Sin City -- it's the embodiment of the originality and DIY-ethic of the aftermarket extravaganza in Vegas. Its Genesis sedan-sourced, 4.6-liter, Tau V8 occupies the spot normally reserved for a backseat in lesser Coupes, and is boosted via a handful of go-fast parts to produce an even 500 HP. The stock transmission was tossed in favor of a Mendeola five-speed sequential gearbox, KW coilovers were used in place of the stock dampers, and HRE 560 Series 20-inch wheels wrapped in Toyo T1R tires nicely frame the new StopTech braking system. Given Millen's reputation for performance we don't doubt this is one seriously fast vehicle.

It's also a looker. As a matter of fact, we're starting to think it might be in the hunt for best-looking car at the show. The body kit is tasteful and looks OEM. The gorgeous custom RM ONYX HD paint job by BASF is a perfect contrast to the carbon fiber used on the roof, air intake blades, diffuser and other trim. While the press release mentions the Ferrari 599XX as inspiration, we're seeing a bit more Nismo 370Z in the overall design. Not that there's anything wrong with that. The interior wasn't overlooked either, with new Sparco sports seats, alcantara and carbon fiber trim panels coddling passengers as they listen to the new Infinity sound system. We can't wait to see how it runs -- and we intend to find out.

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Scapegoat · 11-04-2009, 04:10 PM

glad they mentioned seeing a bit of 370 in there b/c that is the first thing i noticed

boostedfury · 11-04-2009, 04:20 PM

god damn..sick i want that car now!!

BigWhiteTodd · 11-04-2009, 04:44 PM

damn thing is cool always have liked the genesis.

DPancoast · 11-04-2009, 05:33 PM

humminahumminahummina drooooooooooool

Proven · 11-04-2009, 07:09 PM

Thing is sick! I'm still having trouble with the Hyundai thing though.

The X is the exhaust is bothering me a bit.. doesn't seem like it would allow flow. Looks like it would create turbulence.

Scapegoat · 11-04-2009, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Proven

Thing is sick! I'm still having trouble with the Hyundai thing though.

The X is the exhaust is bothering me a bit.. doesn't seem like it would allow flow. Looks like it would create turbulence.

x pipes equalize flow. you figure that all 8 cylinders aren't going through their exhaust phase at the same time. the x pipe allows the gases to equalize in the exhaust pipes on their way out and to flow better.

however, i've never seen an xpipe so close to the headers...

Eclipse GSX 61 · 11-04-2009, 07:52 PM

Screw Hyundai but if they ever produced that they would have my money instantly.

boostjunky · 11-04-2009, 08:22 PM

Lol screw Hyundai? They make one hella quality autos nowadays. Stealing Lexus buyers.

That is pretty sweet.

NOPSTNS · 11-04-2009, 08:29 PM

must....drive....now.....!

but body work is hideous imo.

ninja edit....STREET TIRES?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WTF

twastheglow · 11-04-2009, 09:11 PM

I want those wheels on my car...RIGHT NOW!

TGilb2007 · 11-04-2009, 09:38 PM

Now pardon me, while I go change my pants.

Foolinaround · 11-04-2009, 09:46 PM

i came..............everywhere

Eclipse GSX 61 · 11-04-2009, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by boostjunky

Lol screw Hyundai? They make one hella quality autos nowadays. Stealing Lexus buyers.

That is pretty sweet.

Andy I used to work at a Hyundai dealership they aren't all they are cracked up to be. The Genesis is a step in the right direction but their cars are great if you want a cheap/ gas friendly car but overall they skimp on their cars. They are very blah. I think the Civics are better overall than the Accent's.

cupofnoodles · 11-04-2009, 11:35 PM

dammmmm

OMGz Turbo · 11-05-2009, 12:01 AM

I think that is a amazing piece of machinery. And would personally give a kidney to own one.

ndubz · 11-05-2009, 12:45 AM

absolutely filthy. I <3 IT!!!!!!!!!!!

captainhook · 11-05-2009, 01:31 AM

Spectacular creation! . . . I'd love to hear it.

Proven · 11-05-2009, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Scapegoat

x pipes equalize flow. you figure that all 8 cylinders aren't going through their exhaust phase at the same time. the x pipe allows the gases to equalize in the exhaust pipes on their way out and to flow better.

however, i've never seen an xpipe so close to the headers...

I didn't take the pulse duration of the exhaust flow into consideration with my comment. Was looking at it like a horrible intersection causing a traffic jam when I imagine the guys who built that thing designed it to create the perfect amount of back pressure / flow. I'd also guess it works like a zipper effect (in motion) and the lead pulse "pulls" the next one out giving it that better flow.

Meeshell · 11-05-2009, 08:40 AM

love it... but not a fan of the suede looking interior.
maybe it's just the pictures, but there are too many lines and finger marks everywhere.

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11-04-2009, 07:09 PM	#6
Proven Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2006 Member #1547 My Ride: 99 RS-WRX iTrader: (0)	Thing is sick! I'm still having trouble with the Hyundai thing though. The X is the exhaust is bothering me a bit.. doesn't seem like it would allow flow. Looks like it would create turbulence. __________________ If they don't make it... Build it!

11-04-2009, 07:52 PM	#8
Eclipse GSX 61 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Perkasie, PA Member #7996 My Ride: 14' Mercedes C300 iTrader: (2)	Screw Hyundai but if they ever produced that they would have my money instantly. __________________ 97 GSX (sold) 05 SRT 4 ACR (sold) 02 RSX

11-04-2009, 09:38 PM	#12
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Foolinaround TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: McGuire AFB Member #9448 My Ride: 2016 GTI SE w/PP/Boeing C-17 Globemaster III iTrader: (2)	i came..............everywhere __________________ -John C-17 Loadmaster DenOfDebauchery

11-04-2009, 04:10 PM	#2
Scapegoat TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: stop looking at my gold Member #1208 iTrader: (1)	glad they mentioned seeing a bit of 370 in there b/c that is the first thing i noticed

11-04-2009, 04:44 PM	#4
BigWhiteTodd Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: North Wales Member #8795 My Ride: 01 camaro iTrader: (0)	damn thing is cool always have liked the genesis.

11-04-2009, 08:22 PM	#9
boostjunky Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lehigh Valley Member #5261 My Ride: 1993 D27, 1994 D22A, 2004 CS7A iTrader: (0)	Lol screw Hyundai? They make one hella quality autos nowadays. Stealing Lexus buyers. That is pretty sweet.

11-04-2009, 08:29 PM	#10
NOPSTNS Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Los Angeles, CA Member #3176 iTrader: (0)	must....drive....now.....! but body work is hideous imo. ninja edit....STREET TIRES?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WTF

11-04-2009, 11:35 PM	#15
cupofnoodles Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Philadelphia Member #14330 My Ride: is supercalifragilisticexpialidocious iTrader: (1)	dammmmm

11-05-2009, 12:01 AM	#16
OMGz Turbo Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ltown Member #3108 My Ride: 01' WS6..That whistles...01' Explorer 5.slow iTrader: (0)	I think that is a amazing piece of machinery. And would personally give a kidney to own one. __________________ loading HATERS.....99% ████████████████] NO ONE CARES ABOUT BEING TTT APPROVED

11-05-2009, 12:45 AM	#17
ndubz Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: tristate area Member #6107 iTrader: (1)	absolutely filthy. I <3 IT!!!!!!!!!!!

11-05-2009, 01:31 AM	#18
captainhook Tri-State Addict Join Date: Oct 2008 Member #9586 iTrader: (0)	Spectacular creation! . . . I'd love to hear it.

11-05-2009, 08:40 AM	#20
Meeshell Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Warrington, PA Member #13849 My Ride: 2010 "Trojan Box Blue" Mazda3 s Sport iTrader: (0)	love it... but not a fan of the suede looking interior. maybe it's just the pictures, but there are too many lines and finger marks everywhere. __________________ -Michelle

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