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13 messages, Last post on Jul 28, 2008 at 5:04 PM
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| I took a test drive in a Vibe last week and paint was coming off in stamp-size pieces. The vehicle had a rotten egg odor after driving a couple of blocks. This is a shame. The paint issue could be very costly down the road. | |
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I'm on a 24 hour GM "test" of a 2004 Vibe GT - which has the perfect options for me. My only incentive to get this now versus later versus a Matrix is the GM $3000 back. My current 2001 Altima SE's back seat is to small for my older son which is why I'm looking. My first impression is I generally like the car - It's roomy and comfortable for my wife and two kids, sporty, in between a car and truck as far as the ride. Although 20 more HP and 700 lbs less than my 2001 Altima, there is much less torque, and I have to rev to 5K to get the acceleration. Kinda noisy around that neighborhood (luckily the "...&Tunes" package hides this very well when I'm alone). My other complaints are the hard plastic, typical of Pontiacs, and the cheesy veil for the cargo area. I looked at a Matrix XR, which to me appeared identical inside, although I didn't have tome to look in detail. What are your feelings about the noise and interior quality? Do they stand up to time? Also, are other people having paint problems?
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Replying to: iconcilio (Jul 16, 2004 4:35 pm) The interior of mine has held up well over the last 8 months/13000 miles or so. It trendy, but not too upscale with lots of hard plastic in the wrong places (arm rests, etc.). |
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| I finally test frove a 2006 Vibe, and I must say I was duly impressed. I thought the car accelerated well, handled pretty good, braked well, and was not that noisy. I mean it is a four cylinder. Very impressed, and will probably purchase a 2007 model. | |
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I am seriously contemplating purchasing a Vibe. I would like the improved HP and fuel economy of a 2WD; however, I drive over a mountain pass to work and it at times ice and snow can be a factor. I would really like feedback on how the Vibe performs in winter weather. Thank You
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Replying to: zoobaru (Dec 09, 2006 3:17 pm)
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Replying to: mikey00 (Dec 09, 2006 5:38 pm) Good info though. My only other option is to opt for the Subaru again.
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Replying to: zoobaru (Dec 09, 2006 10:37 pm) |
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I just found out that GM dropped the AWD model of the Vibe. I can not believe it. I know it's old news but it's new to me. I planned on buying AWD Vibes for the rest of my life, and had recommended this vehicle to many others, 2 others in my family bought one and love theirs, 2 of my friends loved mine so much that they went to buy one each and couldn't get the AWD , they bought the FWD and don't love it as much as they do mine. My AWD Vibe goes through any Michigan back road in winter, and handles like a the solid little bear it is. I WANT GM TO make AWD Vibes again. Come on, they finally had a real winner and then dropped it!!! That is insane. At least offer that as a special order!!Bring back the AWD Vibe. My brother went to replace is AWD Vibe last month and found out it was no longer made, so he bought a Dodge Caliber!! GM, wake up and give us back our AWD Vibes!
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Replying to: krazyfroglady (Jul 16, 2007 10:05 am) It's back ....2009 AWD !!!!!!!! 
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