No mechanic shop would install a new alternator and not attempt to add a belt to the parts list upsale... so either they will try to pin it on you by...
I've been on the fence about this same decision for a while now... I really want a Corolla SE Hatch with the 6 speed, but the Elantra is really nice...
Life long fuel sipper for daily drivers (make up for it in the old muscle cars on the weekends) Lover of all things Petrol. I am a tire engineer who will try to answer any question you may have about tires. Divorcee with two amazing kids.