A True Classic, the Hyundai Pony

Say what you want about the Hyundai Pony , the car that was a frankenstein combination of British and Korean management, Italian exterior design, Mitsubishi and Ford engineering. Yes, it had emission standards that didn’t allow it to be sold in the states (but it was one of the best selling models in Canada), its innards rusted prematurely, its heater core froze in cold winters, shock absorbers were non-existant, it burned oil, etc.  An Italian once called it the “Hyundai Donkey.”  However, the Pony does have its fans (including some Canada ones ) and many Koreans view Hyundai’s first attempt at its own branded car with nostalgia and pride.   (Via the KT) Acknowledging the Pony’s place in Korea’s history, the National Folk Museum will have the Pony in a special display entitled “Moments of Hardship and Glory” until Sept. 15. Hyundai Pony commerical here .  British article here .