Occasional Bumpiness Occurring?

Question

For the passed few months I have noticed something very strange occur while driving my 97 Elantra. Out of nowhere comes a feeling like I am driving on a dirt road or something. Just real, bumpiness. It happens at high speeds and low speeds. Whenever it happens, I pull over for a few moments and by the time I get back on the road it has gone away.

At first I thought it was brake related but now I am thinking perhaps it is the rotors? The car has over 200,000 miles on it and I am not sure that the rotors have ever been turned or replaced.

Is this the likely culprit and am I setting myself up for a dangerous scenario?

Answer 1

Your tires may need balancing you can feel a rumble in the tires if there not.

Answer 2

usually warped rotors will shimmy when the brakes are applied

it might something simple like needing to get the tires balanced

go to a reputable mechanic and get the car inspected