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by 03VibeOttawa
Fri Nov 23, 2012 1:47 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe

Hey! (For reference) My summer wheels are for sale (asking $500): http://ottawa.kijiji.ca/c-ViewAd?AdId=434200409&Guid=13b2f2f8-7890-a20b-26b0-e414fffbfcb9" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; I'm really dispointed they don't share a bolt pattern with my new car. I really too...
by 03VibeOttawa
Sat Nov 10, 2012 8:10 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe

The Vibe is SOLD, delivered to its happy new owner last night. Appropriate Genviber PMs and emails have been replied to. I'll send the new owner an email with a link to Genvibe. He seemed like a really nice guy. I let the car go for way less than I could have got if I were willing to wait it out a m...
by 03VibeOttawa
Thu Nov 08, 2012 2:00 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe

Sputnik wrote:What are you getting instead?
I picked up a mint condition 2009 Subaru Impreza STI hatchback two weeks ago. :D Lovvvvvvving it :-) Pretty much the opposite of a Nissan Leaf, eh?!!
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Nov 07, 2012 8:51 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe

bull77 wrote:you have a PM
PM replied to last night.
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I'm going to leave the car with the mods on until I find a buyer.

Just for reference here, I dropped the price to $3,300. :o
by 03VibeOttawa
Tue Nov 06, 2012 8:17 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe

Anyways.... What an amazing price, i wish it was closer here to Florida Thanks! -- I think the 5spd limits the market big time, and the scraped bumper is a turnoff. Unfortunately, there aren't any local parts I've been able to find, and shipping new bumper covers from the US is a deal breaker price...
by 03VibeOttawa
Sat Nov 03, 2012 8:12 am
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 2003 Vibe 5spd for sale - $3,800
Replies: 0
Views: 658

2003 Vibe 5spd for sale - $3,800

Hey ladies and gents, It's with mixed feelings I mention here that my car is for sale...I'm posting in this forum for reference. Here is a link to the ad: http://ottawa.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2003-Pontiac-Vibe-Cert-CarProof-E-tested-New-Winter-Tires-W0QQAdIdZ428046072" onclick=&q...
by 03VibeOttawa
Sat Nov 03, 2012 8:07 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: Vibe is for sale

Hey Vibers and Viberettes, It's with mixed feelings I mention here that my car is for sale. Here is a link to the ad: http://ottawa.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2003-Pontiac-Vibe-Cert-CarProof-E-tested-New-Winter-Tires-W0QQAdIdZ428046072" onclick="window.open(this.href);return fal...
by 03VibeOttawa
Tue Sep 11, 2012 10:05 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2003 Vibe Owner
Replies: 9
Views: 1750

Re: 2003 Vibe Owner

Welcome! Always great to see another 1st gen Vibe from Ontario. 112K Km is just broken in!
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Sep 05, 2012 7:56 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: upgraded interior
Replies: 6
Views: 2204

Re: upgraded interior

Looks great! Seems time consuming :o
by 03VibeOttawa
Fri Aug 24, 2012 7:38 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread
Replies: 1661
Views: 1528831

Re: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread

It's been pretty stable here in Ottawa. I haven't paid less than $1.18/L or more than $1.24 in about 6 months. Been hovering around $1.22 for the past month.

PS - holy post-whore thread, batman!
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Aug 08, 2012 9:16 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Persephone's 2003 Lava Base Vibe (Gambit)
Replies: 27
Views: 7351

Re: Persephone's 2003 Lava Base Vibe (Gambit)

Love the painted wheels! :D
by 03VibeOttawa
Mon Jul 30, 2012 1:07 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe

Those are some nice looking tires.. Nice enough to make me crave some winter driving ;) Thanks! Yeah, winter driving (aside from any traffic jams) is one of those things that makes a long, dark, cold winter bearable, eh?! I found out recently that my A/C compressor is toast :-l I'm going to deal wi...
by 03VibeOttawa
Sat Jul 28, 2012 7:57 am
Forum: Canada - Ontario
Topic: Spotted in Ottawa
Replies: 23
Views: 9263

Re: Spotted in Ottawa

So, I was out last night at Fratelli, and then Trio (in Westboro). There was a Fisker Karma there! :o It had Florida plates, and there was a young guy in his late 20s in it. First time I've seen one in person. :D Also there was a modified Gallardo (loud!) hogging all the attention, but I was more cr...
by 03VibeOttawa
Tue Jul 24, 2012 1:34 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe

Another update: A couple of months ago, I picked up some barely used Blizzak Revo1 rubber mounted on rims off an '04 WRX for winters. They have only 2 months and less than 2000 km on them, and look new (The guy got a job down south). I paid only $200. :shock: It was my lucky day - the guy had just p...
by 03VibeOttawa
Mon Jul 23, 2012 7:54 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Finally some pics of my "new to me" Vibe.
Replies: 9
Views: 2005

Re: Finally some pics of my "new to me" Vibe.

Nice '03! Glad to hear you're happy with it.
by 03VibeOttawa
Fri Jul 20, 2012 11:45 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe

Hey Genvibers. So I hear the new forum setup doesn't allow apostrophies, so my user name has been changed to 03VibeOttawa. Another happy update: My car was manufactured in July 2002, which makes it TEN YEARS OLD this month. :D Considering how much I've gotten out of it, and how much life it has left...
by 03VibeOttawa
Sun Mar 04, 2012 1:15 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: (Feelin' The Vibe)

A couple of quick videos. (Decent speakers needed)#1: Cold start and idle#2: Warm idle, some revs, and sliding/splashing away on the slush
by 03VibeOttawa
Sat Mar 03, 2012 7:18 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Manual or Automatic Transmission. Which do you prefer?
Replies: 57
Views: 17633

Re: Manual or Automatic Transmission. Which do you prefer? (Brandort3)

I'm a manual guy, myself, and like some others here, my significant other can't drive stick.I always thought I'd be a manual-for-lifer, due to the control you get, more engaging experience, and the extra fuel economy. It's getting somewhat harder to stick to that vision, with the double-clutch trans...
by 03VibeOttawa
Thu Mar 01, 2012 2:48 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: gunmetal or black
Replies: 13
Views: 2946

Re: gunmetal or black (thebarber)

1) Gunmetal2) My breath was actually taken by that photo
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Feb 29, 2012 3:05 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Ethanol-free gas rare but popular
Replies: 12
Views: 4010

Re: (jake75)

There are only 1 or two stations in Ottawa that sell ethanol-free gas (IIRC).I was at one on Monday, and the price was $1.47/L or $5.56/US Gal
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Feb 29, 2012 2:40 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: SNOW!!! - finally! :)
Replies: 7
Views: 2058

Re: SNOW!!! - finally! :) (BlueCrush)

Niice! Gotta get your $$ worth out of your snow tires! We've had snow on the ground here since Christmas eve, and still getting dumped on (8" snowstorm coming this afternoon/tonight).
by 03VibeOttawa
Mon Feb 27, 2012 6:52 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: (Feelin' The Vibe)

Just rolled over 205,000kms today. Down to the last few days of my 3rd set of snow tires. This spring/summer I'll be in the (local) market for a set of used rims with snow tires on for next winter.Cheers!
by 03VibeOttawa
Sun Feb 26, 2012 3:33 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I hate to say these, but I can't keep it in anymore
Replies: 57
Views: 13162

Re: (beemerphile1)

Quote, originally posted by beemerphile1 »It sounds like some need to work on their driving skills. If you can't judge your position in relation to the curb in a little economy car, what would you do if towing a trailer or driving a large vehicle?Blind spots are there, and it has nothing to do with ...
by 03VibeOttawa
Fri Feb 24, 2012 4:34 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I hate to say these, but I can't keep it in anymore
Replies: 57
Views: 13162

Re: I hate to say these, but I can't keep it in anymore (ParknVibe)

I wish there were an Ottawa member with a 2nd gen who would be willing to take me for a ride, just out of interest's sake. I've never actually rode in one.Unless a test drive wowed me, based on everything I've read about the 2nd gen, I would take a similar mileage/condition 1st gen over an '09-'10, ...
by 03VibeOttawa
Tue Feb 21, 2012 1:57 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Pic of Vibe made it on the Nissan Leaf forum
Replies: 11
Views: 3399

Re: Pic of Vibe made it on the Nissan Leaf forum (Sputnik)

Quote, originally posted by Sputnik »The poster was saying the Vibe shouldn't park there as its not low emissions. I replied that although its not low emissions, most Vibe owners would argue it is fuel efficient! Heh, reminds me of places where hybrids and electric vehicles are permitted to use the...
by 03VibeOttawa
Sat Feb 18, 2012 1:29 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What made you choose your screen name?
Replies: 44
Views: 8536

Re: What made you choose your screen name? (DirtDevil)

I didn't put any thought into mine. Didn't even look at the directory to see someone previously had the same name with different punctuation. I don't like my username (kind of uninspired, impersonal), but I don't care enough to change it!
by 03VibeOttawa
Fri Feb 17, 2012 12:49 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Who will be the last owner?
Replies: 24
Views: 3262

Re: Who will be the last owner? (ParknVibe)

I've thought about this too...good thread idea.I hope to be the last 03-04 on the road (that I see). Me having the last 03-08 in the Ottawa area doesn't seem like a stretch considering how I'm taking great care of mine, its always garage kept, and only putting 18,000-22,000 Kms on every year. Even i...
by 03VibeOttawa
Fri Feb 17, 2012 12:40 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: about the vibe
Replies: 29
Views: 4547

Re: (Bedlam)

Quote, originally posted by Bedlam »for those tall folk in here. This is the key to no kinks in your neck. http://www.lightinsight.com/ .Any issues seeing through it clearly when you're looking through it regularly? Thanks for the link.
by 03VibeOttawa
Thu Feb 16, 2012 3:48 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Canadian Member
Replies: 13
Views: 2319

Re: New Canadian Member (Michelle_in_NB)

Welcome!An '07 5spd Moonstone with 46K Kms? Sounds great to me!
by 03VibeOttawa
Thu Feb 16, 2012 3:45 am
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Body kit / Roof Cap
Replies: 3
Views: 1027

Re: Body kit / Roof Cap (mac99d)

Quote, originally posted by mac99d »LOL.....sure I think I have some card board you can use.hahahaha!
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Feb 15, 2012 3:39 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: about the vibe
Replies: 29
Views: 4547

Wow, lots of tall Vibers chimed in! I'm 6'3.5", and the closest thing I have to an "issue" is seeing a stop light when I'm tight to an intersection. No shortage of dimensions anywhere else for me. I may need a 911 Targa to cure my "problem" someday lol.
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Feb 08, 2012 1:45 am
Forum: Canada - Ontario
Topic: Living in Ottawa
Replies: 12
Views: 5965

Re: Living in Ottawa

Heh - an old Ottawa thread back to life.I just wanted to lightheartedly vent about this winter we're having. I'm all for snow on the ground, and outdoor winter activities, but I think I've had enough! It's been snowy and below freezing all the time I've been around town since Christmas Eve, and I fo...
by 03VibeOttawa
Tue Feb 07, 2012 3:03 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: My day with a 2011 Buick Regal
Replies: 23
Views: 4664

Re: (Houston)

Quote, originally posted by Houston »but the young drivers on cellphones are the ones to be really worried about. My experience indicates they are almost always young ladies. ... Watch out for young ladies on cellphones, because they certainly aren't watching out for you. This one struck a chord wi...
by 03VibeOttawa
Tue Jan 31, 2012 6:58 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread
Replies: 1661
Views: 1528831

Prices in Ottawa abruptly shot up on Saturday, and have stayed there through today. Going prices are $1.255 - $1.27 /L around town today, 5 cents above all of last week. It's gotta be hitting hard these days for anybody making less than $20/hr who has to fill up every week or more.
by 03VibeOttawa
Thu Jan 26, 2012 4:32 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Found a picture of my First car (Post Yours)
Replies: 43
Views: 12566

Re: (Feelin' The Vibe)

I think it's good there are so many practical, "unexciting" cars in this thread.I think every new driver should have at least one economical, practical car for a few years before getting a sports car or high-end car in general, for many reasons. It seems so obvious, I'd be bored to type th...
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Jan 25, 2012 4:34 am
Forum: Photography and Photoshop
Topic: Supercar SuperShow 2012
Replies: 3
Views: 3158

Re: Supercar SuperShow 2012 (DressedInBlack)

Nice gallery!Those owners are way more trusting of strangers than I am, letting people get up close and personal with the $$$$ cars.
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Jan 25, 2012 4:27 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Found a picture of my First car (Post Yours)
Replies: 43
Views: 12566

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^While I don't have anything to add (Vibe is my 1st), I do want to say I'm enjoying reading this thread.
by 03VibeOttawa
Mon Jan 23, 2012 5:27 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Perfect driving record?
Replies: 18
Views: 3784

Perfect driving record?

In light of some other threads opposite in nature to this one, I just wanted start a thread and see if anyone wanted to chime in and brag about their clean driving records?! So far through my 1st 11 years of driving (I'm 28 now), I've still yet to have a ticket/infraction, or any insurance claim. Th...
by 03VibeOttawa
Sat Jan 21, 2012 2:57 am
Forum: Canada - Quebec
Topic: Winter Meet & Greet (Ottawa and area)
Replies: 3
Views: 2640

Re: Winter Meet & Greet (Gekko)

As I said in the PMs, I'm totally interested! I'm booked solid every day until February 4th however. It's probably hard to get more than 2-3 Vibers to turn out in Ottawa, but that wouldn't cramp my enthusiasm in the least!
by 03VibeOttawa
Fri Jan 20, 2012 1:16 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Vibe Vs Matrix Maintenance Schedule
Replies: 10
Views: 3165

Re: Vibe Vs Matrix Maintenance Schedule

My car's never gone more than 3 months without an oil change -I'm following the manual and mechanic's recommendations. People tell me that's excessive, but I've never seen a check engine light, or had a powertrain issue, and am aspiring to get another 10 years out of my car. (fingers crossed)
by 03VibeOttawa
Mon Jan 16, 2012 5:07 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Your Favorite Pontiac?
Replies: 46
Views: 12545

Re: Your Favorite Pontiac? (Houston)

KITT from Knight Rider!
by 03VibeOttawa
Mon Jan 16, 2012 4:47 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Getting bored with the look, opinions
Replies: 17
Views: 4484

Re: Getting bored with the look, opinions (rAERRK)

I would!...especially the "chrome" grill trim.
by 03VibeOttawa
Fri Jan 13, 2012 12:32 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread
Replies: 1661
Views: 1528831

Re: Re: (star_deceiver)

Quote, originally posted by star_deceiver »Filled up for $0.999/L 2 days ago... today it's $1.099/L.... Man - it's really all over the place for you out West, eh?In Ottawa I've consistently paid between $1.18 to $1.23 / L since about November. Ottawa people: do you have any favorite stations?I've b...
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Jan 11, 2012 6:37 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: tragic crash and loss of life in Altoona, Ia
Replies: 25
Views: 5586

Re: tragic crash and loss of life in Altoona, Ia (joatmon)

This one hurts to read, again. Not to hijack the topic, but I'm glad the accused will be behind bars for a long time. In Canada, he'd be out of prison in 8 years (tops), with a taxpayer funded university education.
by 03VibeOttawa
Fri Jan 06, 2012 1:55 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Hello, im a new VibeR from Honduras
Replies: 15
Views: 3157

Re: Hello, im a new VibeR from Honduras (wecafinas)

Welcome! Good luck with the project. It makes me happy that this Vibe is getting a second life.
by 03VibeOttawa
Thu Dec 22, 2011 1:02 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Vibe runs with buffalo
Replies: 15
Views: 3288

Re: Vibe runs with buffalo (KITT222)

love it!
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Dec 21, 2011 3:02 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Introducing... Nanuq!
Replies: 30
Views: 8718

Re: Introducing... Nanuq! (Sputnik)

I'm drooling on my keyboard!!! I'll keep an eye out for it!
by 03VibeOttawa
Wed Dec 21, 2011 1:33 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: (bull77)

^^ good stuff dude!
by 03VibeOttawa
Tue Dec 20, 2011 2:49 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Feelin’ the (2003 Salsa Two-tone) Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 11229

Re: (Feelin' The Vibe)

Just replaced the OEM battery today (Got a Motorcraft one put in). This week, my original one just started to slightly hesitate whenever the car sat in the cold for more than 6 hours. Getting the 3rd tranny oil change done today too.
by 03VibeOttawa
Mon Dec 19, 2011 11:52 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Whining noise when let off gas at 40-45 mph
Replies: 13
Views: 6432

Re: Whining noise when let off gas at 40-45 mph (mac99d)

Thanks for the input here, mac99d and circuitsmith.I have a similar sound issue when coasting in gear, and am having my tranny oil changed today (Haven't changed since 70,000kms ago). It just started about 2 weeks ago - metallic rattling sound when I let off the gas and decelerate in gear. Fingers c...