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BIG & TALL IN A 2009 VIBE
by crimar30
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Apr 28, 2008 (10:00 pm)
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Have any people over 6' bought, or test driven a new Vibe with the power sun roof? Is there still enough clearance for a comfortable seating position? I tried out one without a sunroof, and it seemed ok, but was not able to find one with the sunroof.
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- #82 of 158
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Re: [crimar30]
by wtd44
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Apr 29, 2008 (5:34 am)
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Replying to: crimar30 (Apr 28, 2008 10:00 pm)
I drove an AWD 2009 model just yesterday, but it did not have a sunroof. The seating was quite satisfactory for me, and I am 6' 1". I suspect the front seat comfort would likely prove quite adequate for long hauls, but only an all day trip would convince me. I am quite likely to purchase this vehicle today, provided the last moment negotiations go my way... 
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- #83 of 158
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Re: [wtd44]
by smokiescat
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Apr 29, 2008 (5:54 am)
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Replying to: wtd44 (Apr 29, 2008 5:34 am)
My 6-foot son-in-law felt there was plenty of room in the passenger seat. At first on a recent daylong 600-mile trip, I thought the seat was a little firm. Either I adjusted or the foam padding "loosened up," but it felt most comfortable on the trip back. We don't know if was pyschological or what, but both my wife and I thought the seats on the GT were a little more comfortable than those on the regular model. We took test drives in both. However, we were lucky to be able to exchange the 18-inch GT wheels after we purchased the vehicle. A 2-hour trip on concrete highways with bad joints convinced us that the noise from the 18-inches was almost unbearable. The 17-inch replacement wheels don't let me corner as fast (which in some ways is better) but are a lot much quieter and less harsh. 2,300 miles in less than four weeks and still enamored.
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2008 Stick MPG and suggestion.
by plowboy1
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Apr 29, 2008 (2:26 pm)
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Replying to: wtd44 (Apr 29, 2008 5:34 am)
I have an 08, manual transmission with 15K miles using pure synthetic and a K&N filter. With 85% highway driving 75-80 I get 32.8. IF I slow it down to where the engine likes to run (2500 RPM 65 MPH) I get 35-36.
These should have a six speed with Overdrive. I have no idea what Pontiac is thinking... mileage would bump up 1-3 MPG.
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- #85 of 158
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I was thinking buy!
by wtd44
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Apr 30, 2008 (5:08 pm)
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...so I did. I traded in my 2004 Jeep GC Laredo, paid cash for the spread, and now own an Ultra White AWD 2009 Pontiac Vibe.  What have I done?
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- #86 of 158
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Re: I was thinking buy! [wtd44]
by gary_g
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May 01, 2008 (5:10 am)
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Replying to: wtd44 (Apr 30, 2008 5:08 pm)
I like the way the '09 white Vibe looks compared to the '08 white Vibe w/grey body molding on the lower half of the car.
I just bought an '08 Moonstone (charcoal grey) which looks good with the grey body molding.
Good luck!
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Choosing colors [gary_g]
by wtd44
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May 01, 2008 (9:07 am)
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Replying to: gary_g (May 01, 2008 5:10 am)
I looked long and hard at that darker grey metallic, and was headed into buying an 09 AWD that color. I then discovered my 09 AWD in ultra white and selected it. Good luck to you, and I suspect we will both enjoy these cars. I should admit that mine is really going to be my wife's regular ride. 
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Re: I was thinking buy! [gary_g]
by crimar30
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May 04, 2008 (11:20 am)
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Replying to: gary_g (May 01, 2008 5:10 am)
I just bought an '09 GT, the only thing I don't like about it, is the fact that there is no side molding, and as far as I can tell, you can't even get it as an accessory. Got 31 mpg with my first tank of gas!
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Ready to buy a 2009 Vibe GT or 2.4 base, need some advice
by ragu123
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May 06, 2008 (12:38 pm)
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Has anyone been able to negotiate a price below MSRP for a Vibe GT or a Base 2.4L ? I have got a few quotes from dealers in my state (TN) but I feel they are too high. The lowest quote for Vibe GT w/auto trans was for $500.00 below MSRP and for the Base 2.4 w/ PCM pckg, auto trans and AC for $1000 below MSRP. Am I wrong to think that I should be able to get a better deal on the 2009 Vibes?
I was going to post this message to the Vibe Price Paid & Buying Experience board but didn't see that many topics about the price of 2009 models there.
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Re: Ready to buy a 2009 Vibe GT or 2.4 base, need some advice [ragu123]
by smokiescat
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May 06, 2008 (2:03 pm)
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Replying to: ragu123 (May 06, 2008 12:38 pm)
I got only $700 off the MSRP. These cars are hot and wanted, and the dealers know that, so there is almost no wiggle room.
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