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#243 of 282 Re: [pdrake] by mikey00 Jul 09, 2006 (6:58 am)
Replying to: pdrake (Jul 08, 2006 5:06 pm) First thing that comes to mind is the radio. If you check your radio you will see that the NUMMI plant in California is installing GM radios in the Vibes. I suspect some other electronics as well. Also note that Matrix has engine imobilizer and Vibe does not. Another thing to note is the Vibes painted at the NUMMI plant in California have serious paint quality issues in 03, 04, 05 and I am assuming it still exists for 06. The Matrix is painted in Canada and does not have the same paint quality issues.
#244 of 282 Re: Vibe/Matrix roof rack [steine13] -- Yakima Replies [steine13] [matrixowner] by templer Aug 04, 2006 (6:08 pm)
Replying to: matrixowner (Nov 18, 2005 12:35 pm) If the Matrix and the Vibe are twins, will the roof rack on the Vibe fit on the Matrix. It was the same way on the Isuzu Rodeo and the Honda Passport. To top it off on the Yakima roof rack system runs about $350.00.
#245 of 282 Matrix roof rack by templer Aug 04, 2006 (6:25 pm)
If the Matrix and the Vibe are twins, will the roof rack on the Vibe fit on the Matrix. It was the same way on the Isuzu Rodeo and the Honda Passport. To top it off on the Yakima roof rack system runs about $350.00 Replies to this message: herzogtum71 (Aug 06, 2006 8:11 am)
#246 of 282 Re: Matrix roof rack [templer] by herzogtum71 Aug 06, 2006 (8:11 am)
Replying to: templer (Aug 04, 2006 6:25 pm) Answer in a word: No.   The top of the Vibe hatch is shaped a bit differently than the Matrix hatch to allow for the hatch opening without interference from the roof rack.   I checked into this with our 2003 Matrix because I wanted a roof rack but agreed with my wife that the Matrix was the better choice for us than the Vibe. Check the design for your model year Matrix, but I suspect the situation is the same as for the 2003s.
#247 of 282 Can I Install Matrix Center Console In Vibe? by igo2xs Aug 14, 2006 (7:26 am)
Call me picky, crazy, what have you! I would like to know if it would be possible to replace the center console in my 2005 Vibe with one from a 2005 Matrix (ie A/C Control, Rear Defroster button, Clock)? Judging from the photos of the two, they seem pretty well matched. If I went to a Toyota dealership, would they do it? It would a great mod and certainly make my Vibe unique! Thanks for your thoughts and suggestions.
#248 of 282 Price Comparisons? by 350sb Aug 21, 2006 (12:52 pm)
I'm just starting the Vibe Matrix thing and wondered if someone could direct me to some kind of a comparison of equipment VS price. Thanks
#249 of 282 Re: [pdrake] by i_luv_toyota Sep 05, 2006 (3:23 pm)
Replying to: pdrake (Jul 08, 2006 5:06 pm) The Vibe and Toyota Tundra are made in the same factory in California.   No.   The Tundra is built in Indiana and soon to be Texas. I'm sure you meant the Tacoma, right?
#250 of 282 2006 VIBE vs. Matrix CRASH REPORTS VARY by patvizina Sep 10, 2006 (7:38 am)
Hi, I am down to the wire on these two cars and was slightly surprised to see the crash test ratings are different. Does anyone know why? Per Edmunds, the passenger safety on the VIBE is Good VS. Excellent on the Matrix. Does this mean GM did something cheaper with the body? Replies to this message: herzogtum71 (Sep 10, 2006 12:45 pm)
#251 of 282 Re: 2006 VIBE vs. Matrix CRASH REPORTS VARY [patvizina] by herzogtum71 Sep 10, 2006 (12:45 pm)
Replying to: patvizina (Sep 10, 2006 7:38 am) This reminds me of the Geo Prizm and Corolla. Same car, but one was listed by some reviewers as compact and the other as mid-size.   I have heard about GM being cheap with the paint. Not a safety item, but you probably will want to check to see if the Vibe paint issues have been resolved.
#252 of 282 Re: Toyota parts or GM? RE:#235 [roy15] by remaxmarty1 Sep 12, 2006 (6:31 pm)
Replying to: roy15 (May 18, 2006 7:09 pm) Hi Roy,   I'm researching possibilites of a class action on the uneven tire wear issue on the Matrix. We bought an '06 and notice the wear at 200 mi. I can't believe there isn't any recall information - our service center mechanic out here said this is normal for this car - what did you do about your tire wear? -Marty Replies to this message: steine13 (Sep 13, 2006 3:33 am) remaxmarty1 (Sep 14, 2006 4:08 am) pjk2 (Jun 12, 2007 2:48 pm) rocky101 (Jan 28, 2007 9:28 pm) moos (Mar 25, 2007 11:53 am) caliberchic (Mar 26, 2007 3:47 pm)

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