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Re: Ready to buy... by wtd44
May 07, 2008 (3:36 pm)
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Replying to: gary_g (May 07, 2008 12:07 pm)

While it's true that GM is in serious negative money numbers, the dealers set the real prices and trade values as they pretty much see fit. They seem to tailor the deals to the local market, as we would expect. In my opinion, GM could stand to have a tighter hand on the dealerships and their procedures. I traded in a Jeep GC and got a deal I could live with. If times were better for new cars sales, I suspect the Vibe series would sell so high that I would not now own one!
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Re: Ready to buy a 2009 Vibe GT or 2.4 base, need some advice [smokiescat] by zzsignup
May 08, 2008 (7:58 pm)
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Replying to: smokiescat (May 06, 2008 2:03 pm)

Umm, not sure about that. Just got mine (GT) for about $150 under invoice. There seems to be a ton of inventory out here (SF Bay Area).
 
Ditto what the other poster said, go with the invoice price in hand, and tell them you know about the $579 dealer hold-back (hidden profit), and ask for quotes from multiple dealers (this is probably the most important). Some dealers refuse to back down from their close-to-sticker price, while some will make a deal as long as they make a little profit.
 
If you're in the Bay Area shoot me a msg and I'll refer you to my dealer.
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Re: Ready to buy a 2009 Vibe GT or 2.4 base, need some advice [zzsignup] by bikerscum
May 13, 2008 (4:52 pm)
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Replying to: zzsignup (May 08, 2008 7:58 pm)

I'm in Brentwood.... I'd appreciate the name of that dealer. I'm ready for a GT.
 
 Thanks!
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Re: Ready to buy a 2009 Vibe GT or 2.4 base, need some advice [zzsignup] by ragu123
May 13, 2008 (8:26 pm)
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Replying to: zzsignup (May 08, 2008 7:58 pm)

Thanks zzsignup. I am in Tennessee but I wish I was in the Bay Area, you got a great deal. Did it include any rebates or incentives?
 
I am still negotiating with a couple of dealers down here...but I am nowhere close to your deal.
 
BTW, how do you like the ride of the GT compared to the base model? Do you find the 18" wheels to be noisy?
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AC Delco Crypto by wtd44
May 14, 2008 (7:03 am)
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While staying away from the dealer for now, I can't find a source for information that will tell me which AC filter is appropriate for the 2009 Pontiac Vibe AWD (2.4 liter 4 cylinder Toyota engine). Any ideas?
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Re: Ready to buy a 2009 Vibe GT or 2.4 base, need some advice [ragu123] by crimar30
May 14, 2008 (8:02 am)
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Replying to: ragu123 (May 13, 2008 8:26 pm)

Yes, the 18" wheels are noisy, and much harder riding. Got mine last week, and just got the $500 rebate, not dealing here in NC, either!
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What are the factory tires on the GT? by exit123
May 14, 2008 (10:14 am)
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Does anyone know the brand and model of the factory tires on the GT model?
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Re: What are the factory tires on the GT? [exit123] by raythegerman
May 14, 2008 (5:36 pm)
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Replying to: exit123 (May 14, 2008 10:14 am)

I have a 2009 Vibe GT and the factory tires are Goodyear Eagle F1 A/S-C P215/45R18 89W. I really don't find them to be overly noisy. My previous vehicle was a 2005 Vibe AWD and those 16 inch tires were more noisy than on my current vehicle. I feel the 18 inch wheels on the GT are very nice looking and one of the selling points of it. The back-up visibility is very limited and there should be some protection on both sides to protect the vehicle from other car doors, etc...These are minor points and I am very happy with my car (I love the 2.4 engine!).
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Re: Ready to buy a 2009 Vibe GT or 2.4 base, need some advice [bikerscum] by zzsignup
May 15, 2008 (10:22 pm)
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Replying to: bikerscum (May 13, 2008 4:52 pm)

Marina Pontiac in San Leandro. Ask for Luis. Tell him Jeff (red Vibe GT) sent you and you would like to get his price!
 
Yeah the 18" tires are on the noisy side, however they really give the car a much sportier look (and handling). The price you pay for vanity I guess.
 
ragu123 the price was before any kind of rebates/incentives. I made sure to negotiate pre-rebate/incentive price because some dealers are tricky and quote 'after rebate' prices, thus comparing apples and oranges. If the quotes are that high you may want to check dealers in neighboring states and see if they can send the car to you. One dealer mentioned selling a car online to a buyer in Oregon and shipped it for ~$600.
 
Personally we also got $2900 in rebates ($500 'Conquest' and $2400 GM credit card) so our final out the door cost was $19,682. Not bad! Your mileage will probably vary.
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Re: Ready to buy a 2009 Vibe GT or 2.4 base, need some advice [zzsignup] by nortsr1
May 16, 2008 (5:16 am)
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Replying to: zzsignup (May 15, 2008 10:22 pm)

You must have the "original GM Card" as only $1000.00 allowed on the newer cards.

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