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Re: Going to buy? a 05 VIBE, need help [jfranks] by firebx
Dec 29, 2005 (11:22 am)
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Replying to: jfranks (Dec 29, 2005 3:50 am)

Good luck with your purchase I really like mine. Can you post the information regarding the arm rest as I agree with your research but not willing to pay big bucks to purchase. Thanks!
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06 GMS question by hal517
Dec 29, 2005 (2:39 pm)
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I'm wondering does GMS price vary between dealers ?
 
for 06 Vibe with
SUN AND SOUND PACKAGE
PREFERRED PACKAGE
4-SPEED AUTO TRANSMISSION
 
17685.15 + tax and fees etc.
 
I have never used the discount before
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Re: Going to buy? a 05 VIBE, -ARMREST INFO. by jfranks
Dec 31, 2005 (7:38 am)
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Replying to: firebx (Dec 29, 2005 11:22 am)

Here are the details for the Tall style armrest. What it is is a higher lid
that uses the same two screws that hold on the original lid for mounting.
It comes in charcoal grey.
  
This is listed as for a 2003 Toyota Matrix but it fits exactly and will
solve the problem of the low armrest. I have already ordered mine!
  
It can be found at Mechanicsville Toyota in Mechanicsville, VA. Can't post the phone number but it is in the 804 area code.
  
  
The part number is 58905-02210-B1.
  
Order it by phone, not on their website because you will pay more on the
web. I paid $76.74 including shipping.
  
This is by far cheaper than you will find anywhere else as it sells for an
average price of over $220.00 everywhere else I have been to.
  
p.s. Mine listed for $20,995.00 so I still am happy with the deal. Not worried that it is last years model as I will be keeping it for a long time. I believe I saved about $1000 over this years model in all with the features I got.
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Re: Going to buy? a 05 VIBE, -ARMREST INFO. [jfranks] by firebx
Dec 31, 2005 (8:19 am)
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Replying to: jfranks (Dec 31, 2005 7:38 am)

Thats great and thanks for the information. I am hoping to keep mine for a long time as well.
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Re: Going to buy? a 05 VIBE, -ARMREST INFO. [jfranks] by lonewolf2
Jan 11, 2006 (4:47 pm)
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Replying to: jfranks (Dec 31, 2005 7:38 am)

Thanks again for the info on the armrest. Got it today from toyotaparts.com for $76.83 including shipping and it took all of 2 minutes to install. Definitely is MUCH more comfortable and functional as an armrest and adds another storage compartment. Wonder why Pontiac did not utilize it (unless they were saving a few bucks or wanted money in the aftermarket)? My only human factors complaint now is the fact that the steering column does not telescope (only tilts). Guess you cannot have everything! I have had the Vibe for two weeks now and I must say it is a nice little car. It handles well and is fun to drive.
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Tell me about options by nal
Jan 11, 2006 (6:54 pm)
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I'm interested in a Pontiac Vibe base model, 5 speed manual. What do people think about the options - is it worth going for all options?
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Re: Tell me about options [nal] by hal517
Jan 12, 2006 (1:41 pm)
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Replying to: nal (Jan 11, 2006 6:54 pm)

Wife bought vibe last week to replace barebones 95 Saturn SL, went with 3 extra’s as below
 
Auto Trans, because shifting got old on above after 145000 miles.
 
Preferred package , because no cruise got old after 145000 miles
 
Sun and Sound Package, because she wanted a convertible by the time she is 45 ... she is 44 so that’s her convertible.
 
Side air bags and antilock brakes IMO GM should include in base instead of lowering base sticker more. IMO
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Re: Going to buy? a 05 VIBE, -ARMREST INFO. [lonewolf2] by jfranks
Jan 17, 2006 (10:08 am)
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Replying to: lonewolf2 (Jan 11, 2006 4:47 pm)

The new armrest is great and I must say the 05 Vibe seems to be exactly what I needed.
 
My wife took it on a trip this weekend and also said it is fine.
 
I actually only find the lighting system a bit confusing along with all the radio knobs but hey, if I keep it for 18 years like the last one I will have it figured out.
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Re: Tell me about options [nal] by jstant01
Jan 18, 2006 (6:49 am)
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Replying to: nal (Jan 11, 2006 6:54 pm)

I have a 2005 base 5-speed and love it. I test drove an automatic, and my own opinion is that the 5-speed has much better acceleration and is more fun to drive.
 
As for options, mine came with the "monotone appearance" package (body color cladding), the "power" package (windows, locks, and cruise) and that's it. It meets my needs. The base stereo is fine, and I don't like sun roofs, so I'm happy. The cruise is nice to have since I do quite a bit of highway driving.
 
The only options I wanted that I didn't get were safety-related. Good luck finding any 5-speed with anti-lock brakes. They just don't make them that way, so you'll have to special order if you want them. I was in a hurry and haven't had anti-lock on my last two vehicles, so it didn't matter to me. I agree wholeheartedly that anti-lock and side airbags should be standard on every vehicle and included in the base price. My 1996 Cavalier had standard anti-lock brakes. GM should have never stopped doing that on their vehicles. Shame on them.
 
That's my two cents worth. Hope the Vibe works out for you. I love mine and have been averaging well over 35 mpg on the highway with the 5-speed!

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