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Mike-NC

Sorry, no pics now. Our camera is on the fritz--can't make it work for even one! The Jag is grayish/blue with charcol leather. It has a quite good Alpine 10 speaker factory sound system. (My most desired option!)Bought is used-'05 w/ 12K miles.

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Don't tell everyone its a Ford. (I know that it is more Ford than Jag!) Everyone thinks it costs a fortune, but it was less than a Camry/Accord, V-6. leather, sunroof. The bonus is AWD on the Jag, plus it looks fabulous. My wife actually likes it and its not even red.My youngest daughter saw the car...

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It's been a super ride, but all good things must come to an end. Bought my fantasy car yesterday-Jaguar X-type, so the Vibe will be leaving in a few months. (Ahead on payments, so I'll just keep and drive and let the Jag sit in the garage. I don't expect 60K of trouble-free mileage from the Jag like...

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I have an AWD and live outside the snow belt. I use mine almost daily on gravel/grassy/inclined/slightly rutted paths (can't call them roads) for work. So it is worth it for me. Also, down south where there isn't a good scraping plan when we do get snow on the roads, the AWD can prevent you from wal...

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My previous Harmony tires were 205/55/16. I do believe that they are still available in that size. Tire Rack has them listed in a recent magazine for $95 each.

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Don't overlook the Michelin Harmony. I had a set on a previous car and loved them! The best tires I've owned, in my opinion. Yes, they do cost a bit more, probably around $425 a set, but given the treadwear rating, you could get 60-80k miles out of a set.These tires have good dry, wet and snow tract...

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Without looking under the hood--I think the tx dipstick is to your right, looking from the front of the car. I think it has an orange handle (yellow is used for the engine oil). The tx dipstick has a mechanical catch that you have to push to the side to pull it out.(I'm really not sure about the col...

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I drained and refilled my transmission this weekend. I had approx. 20K of highway driving at the time. Although there was no burned smell, checking at the dipstick, the fluid while draining had a burned smell and was darker than I expected. I didn't opt for a flush, just refill (approx. 3 qts.) The ...

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I read a long time ago that yellow was the most visible vehicle color. Maybe that's why many school buses are yellow (in the USA).

Mike-NC

I owned one for 5 years. Wish I'd never sold it. Watch for good oil change records (synthetic oil is best for the oil cooled turbo).Many parts available since the 2.3T engine was used on the Mustang and T-bird--too bad the intercooled engine didn't come from the factory. I hear that it can be added....

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I do experience the ABS pulsing when the rotors are wet. It is usually goes away after a few moderate braking events that clean the rotors and heats them up as well.No big deal for me, but it is a noticeable.

Mike-NC

I don't think this is the appropriate place to complain-NHTSA. The S is for SAFETY. Paint issues are not a safety issue, therefore this will fall on deaf ears. Yes, they do look for trends, but with vehicle safety in mind.

Mike-NC

I am thinking about getting one of these. Hoping to get some input about them. What brand do you have? How does it fit? How easy to install? Are you happy with it?Some of the ones that I have looked at installed on misc. vehicles actually touch the front of the hood and some even rub off the paint. ...

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I agree-Kelley Blue Book is worthless. It is a book written by car dealers to low-ball trade-ins. It really does not represent the value of any brand or make.NADA is the real deal.

Mike-NC

I think you are right. Ferrari had a car named the GTO first. (Gran Turismo Omlagato-sp?)

Mike-NC

I have driven 38 miles with mine on. Don't remember the total gallons put in a fill up. Didn't take a extreme measures, left AC on, but I was sweating it!

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BTW, Using Pontic.com for reference, the price premium for AWD is $1950.AWD-no options--$20465Base FWD w/ABS and ATX--$18515These numbers are for a 2004 model.

Mike-NC

I remember those pics! Wow, what a wreck. Glad there were no injuries.About the AWD, I really don't think the AWD would help in a sliding situation, it is my opinion that the AWD my help prevent sliding in some instances. (Though not likely in your wreck at speed.)I think the AWD can help prevent yo...

Mike-NC

I have installed the wOOx. I think with your previous system, you would be disappointed with it. It does provide some bottom end, but not anything to compare with a true sub. I could not fit mine under the seat, so it is mounted on the rear seatbacks. Please understand that I am still pleased with t...

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I've now had my Vibe for about 3 mos. and 4500 miles. Just wanted to share some random thoughts.Features that I am glad the Vibe has:1. Cabin filter2. Outside temp gauge3. Cushy yet supportive seats4. Storage cubbies everywhere (the most of any car I've owned!) Love the two tier center console w/ hi...

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Search the archives for my pics of my Kenwood sub install. This may give you some ideas. I used the moulded in tracks and clips, but used a M6 bolt to secure my sub.(Search for keyword "woox")Good luck, I'm sure the Infinity will ROCK! I just thought it was too big and I wasn't willing to ...

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Called dealer last Tuesday with correct part #-came in today. Installed in about 5 minutes. Fits nicely!I am concerned about scraping/breaking off. The fronts seems quite low to the ground. We'll see.BTW, $26.75 w/tax. (USD) for the pair.

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I am a subscriber, so I was reading the mag. Don't know if it is available on the web site-MotorTrend.com.Those more computer literate than I may be able to find it and post the link. Anyone willing to help?

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A co-worker of mine just bought a 2004 Vibe AWD, Salsa, monotone with power package. Sticker at $21,500, out the door at $18.5K.Of course he asked about mine before his purchase. Of all the vehicles made in their price range, the Vibe was the only one that both he and his wife could agree on getting...

Mike-NC

In the latest issue of Motor Trend they have a long-term wrap-up of their Matrix XRS. Mostly positive, but with several gripes about the engine/transmission. Very little mention of the connection between the Matrix and Vibe.Note no unusual expenses, just routine maintenance.They did slam the base mo...

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Just a note, I ordered my front mudflaps on Tuesday. Use part # 12499855 not part #12499885. I overlooked this when it was posted and have been asking for the wrong part!I was told 3-4 day delivery.The parts man told me that the original part #12499885 was discontinued due to poor fit and a redesign...

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My .02--Buy the one you like the best. (Whatever your criteria-looks better, drives better, etc.) If you don't really like the car from the beginning, you won't be happy with is later.)I compared a AWD Vibe with a Subie Outback Sport. (It was really easy since my dealer was both a Pontiac and Subaru...

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Has anyone been able to find these using the part #12499885? I have not been successful at ordering these from my dealer or finding them online. Please post how you got them and how they fit.Thanks in advance for your help!

Mike-NC

The US version of the Lotus Elise will use the Toyota-supplied VVTL-i engine and 6 speed tx. 190hp with Lotus engine management and cold air intake. Under 2000 lb. curb weight insures max. performance. Sticker price $40K!! The car magazines very rarely mention that this is the same drivetrain config...

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As reported in Car and Driver,Pontiac will have a version of the Chevy Equinox called the Pontiac Torrent i late 2005 as a 2006 model. Not many details, but it will probably have a similar drivetrain (Chinese built V6!), but with unique Pontiac styling.

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Just stay away from the Chrysler/Dodge mini-vans. I think they are still having trouble out of the transmissions. Our 2001 Dodge w/3.3L V6 had sporadic shift trouble with less than 15K. We traded it with 30K. I am sure ours would not have made it 60K-70K without breaking. (Of course the dealer could...

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For reference, I got my Vibe on April 29. MSRP of $22500. My deal worked out to $18,000 + TTT. My dealer even traded with another dealer in south VA for my color choice and included the cargo mat and cargo nets that the trade vehicle had at no extra charge for the transportation or the extra goodies...

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I installed a Kenwood wOOx mini-sub. Cost from Crutchfield is $219. I ebayed mine for $190.Do a search for "wOOX" or look in the recent topics under the audio section for my install pics.Hope this helps! BTW, I am very pleased with it, but it is not for hardcore bass addicts.

Mike-NC

If you are looking for long-life tires, I recommend that you look at the new Michelin Harmony. They are rated for about 80K! I put a set on my previous car and was extremely pleased with them. They do cost a bit more, for the 205/55/16, same as my Vibe, I think the Michelins were about $400 for a se...

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Don't forget that you may get the conquest $. ($1000). I am sure those will run out soon on the 2004.These are available to dealers to use at their discretion, so ask about it at your dealer. They only get a certain #, based on sales volume.

Mike-NC

Sorry to hear about your problems. Welcome!I guess I was just lucky, I developed the habit of opening the shade and/or leaving it open before I opened the sunroof.And, yes you should be able to open the shade independently of the sunroof.

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I looked at the Infinity, but it was huge! Although I know it will sound great, I was not willing to give up that much cargo space.Yes, I think that the wOOx could be mounted with one strip of metal running down one seatback. It comes with two styles of mounting brackets, so you would have something...

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Thanks for the welcome!I put the cargo cover up, but just didn't like it sagging.I have thought about putting the cargo net at the seatbacks and getting a lightweight fabric that is acoustically transparent, but not visibly transparent. That way I could disguise the sub somewhat.BTW, in my first pos...

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As I understand it from my dealer (take it for what you think it is worth), each dealer gets so many conquest coupons. It is at their discretion when and who gets them. It was not until I seemed truly interested in a Vibe, and we got to seriously discussing the bottom line, that the dealer mentioned...

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Here is a pic of the remote. Controls gain, crossover point and phase. At first I thought the remote was gimicky, but I change the crossover point depending on the source.100 or 120 for low fidelity (FM radio)60 or 80 for CD's.It is just attached with the supplied velcro pads.

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Mike-NC

Just got my Vibe at the end of April, yes I got the conquest $.MSRP of $22,500Got for $18000 plus TTT.

Mike-NC

First post, so hopefully I'll get it right! BTW, big thanks to all who have posted, I have enjoyed reading them.Now that I have something to contribute, I installed this mini-sub a few days ago and have been very pleased. If you are used to 10"/12"'s with hundreds of amps, you will be disa...

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