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jake75

It's also known as the Ford X-Plan discount. Here's a direct link to just about everything you need to know: https://www.fordpartner.com/partnerweb/jsp/howitworks/fordpartner_rules.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; A friend of mine has a relative that is retired fro,m For...

jake75

My take is that the "noise" level is largely due to tires/road and wind. Does the noise canceling address those at all?

jake75

In regard to the Ford C-Max, anyone know the details of the Ford friends and family discount? I recently learned that if you have owed Ford stock for at least a year you are eligible. I have had 1,500 shares of Ford stock since 1991. Saw it go from the low 20's to about $2.50 in recent years. Its' n...

jake75

I thought the Buick Encore was the upgraded twin of the Chevy Sonic. So how does this Trax differ from the Sonic?

jake75

In regard to the Ford C-Max, anyone know the details of the Ford friends and family discount? I recently learned that if you have owed Ford stock for at least a year you are eligible. I have had 1,500 shares of Ford stock since 1991. Saw it go from the low 20's to about $2.50 in recent years. Its' n...

jake75

Could this be related to the recent recall of some electrical part inside the door? Maybe all of it would be covered by GM.

jake75

To the chagrin of all the car lovers on here, I had my 2009's semi-decade 5 year outside/inside (first ever) car detail done using a $79 Groupon. I don't shine my shoes very often either.

jake75

So my 2009 Vibe would have the same issue but no money from Toyota. That's o.k. My 2009 Vibe cost a few thousand less than a 2009 Matrix.

jake75

My guess it is over the DBW change over. That's why it didn't effect the 4WD/AWD and the 2zz 05+ What s the DBW changer over? Since GM was bankrupt they might have been able to dodge any payment responsibility. Anyway, was there ever any proof that the unintended acceleration was caused by a defect?

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Isn't it (removed) or odd what the auto delete on this board finds objectionable? No matter which (removed) gender is posting. I am glad my name isn't (removed) Richard. What's new (removed) kitty cat.

jake75

I've driven cars and motorcycles for over 54 years, Never turned a rotor, never had a drum ground. Just put in new shoes or pads, drive aware for a few miles. Never had a problem. I'm sure there will those who disagree and YMMV . I'm glad you never had a problem. As you say ... YMMV. I've almost NE...

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Mailing from dealer today - coupon for $99 per axle for brakes. But I am sure that is just for pad replacement - any calipers that need work or replacement would be a lot extra. And of course the rotors often need to be machined.

jake75

cptnsolo77 wrote:I recently changed both hatch lift supports on mine. Purchased from rock auto for about 40 bucks shipped. They were the Monroe brand. Super easy to replace

Along with replacing windshield wipers, this is probably something even I could do.

jake75

triz wrote:Brakes are an easy thing to DIY.

Generally shops will charge about 90 bucks for doing a set of brakes.

Easy for you to say. I am sure many can do this. For me, $90 to do that is well worth it - if I can be sure it is done right.

jake75

As an 80 year old you know that isn't the only thing that won't stay up.

jake75

They will likely bill you a half hour's labor (maybe even an hour if that's the minimum) even though it takes a pro 10 minutes. If you are the DIY type, do it yourself. Disk brake jobs are super easy. lAviOGXzEUk You've got to put the car on the lift, take the wheels off. Take the old pads off, put...

jake75

Is it me or is the Subaru Forrester significantly smaller inside than a CRV, Rav4 or Mazda CX5?

jake75

Whether he "stole it" is yet to be determined by what repair issues will crop up in the relatively near future. But for $1m can't go too far wrong. Junk value is probably $300+.

jake75

3/16/14: 3.619 at Shell in NE Columbus where we went to done at Easton Town Center. BP is 3.689 in my 43209 ZIP. Had 10 cents off on my Kroger card at shell as well. Took just 10 gal. Last fill up was 2/9/14 - don't drive a lot.

jake75

Congrats to your son, best of luck to him. :) We're Costco members, but we signed up after we bought the Sonic last year. If we would have been members at the time, I would have looked into it. For the next car I definitely will, I'm curious to see if it will be worth it. They have a new Corolla ov...

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My youngest son who is 38 years old has not had a full time job for over 4 years. Just got a decent full time outside sales job like he had before -starting March 3rd. Will be putting a lot of miles on a car - the 2002 Odyssey he is driving is not very fuel efficient. He needed that for what he was ...

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http://www.dailystandard.com/archive/2014-03-11/stories/23428/crash-claims-life-of-celina-woman" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Ouch! This is a 4 lane divided highway. Looks to me like the crane pulled out onto the highway and didn't see the car coming. She must not have had...

jake75

The starter on my 05 was replaced at 150k miles. I bought the new starter but should have done it myself than paying someone for the change. I bought a new 1977 Buick Estate Wagon 350 V8 - the original starter failed during the then 12 month 12,000 mile warranty. Over a period of 10 years and only ...

jake75

Salsa Guy wrote:It's interest according to CR, the 04-10 Vibe is a good used car buy. However the Matrix 09 is left out. Strange.

Perhaps the Matrix pricing makes it not a good buy.

jake75

If I spent a lot of time in my vehicle it might be worth it - but at about 600 miles a month I can put up with something a little less costly. I'd rather spend the difference on a better class of restaurants.

jake75

Two more CarMax stories. In 2007 I had a 2004 T&C with 33,000 miles. Dealer offered me $7,000 in trade. I took it to CarMax, they offered $8,000. I sold it without much trouble for $11,500 after showing potential buyers that CarMax was asking $13,000-$14,000 for similar minivans on their lot. In...

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I agree that the key is "buy a used car at a good price." Easier said than done. I am particularly amazed at the CarMax "no haggle" prices. I am an attorney and last year had an estate with a 2002 Buick Century Limited with about 22,000 miles. I told the executor/heir to take it ...

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KITT222 wrote:Toyota stopped Matrix production so they could direct more people to the Venza. Or so they could at least remove all traces of GM from their lineup.

To buy a Venza don't you need to be in a whole higher tax bracket?

jake75

Yes, thast is the ad. Also - when viewing Genvibe past the topics screen in Firefox I am now getting a small font hard to read layout. I just tried using Internet Explorer and it is fine. Today GenVibe appears in the easy to read, easy to use format - don't know how, why it changed to the weird one...

jake75

Years ago a fellow worker had a BMW. As I remember the routine maintenance was extremely expensive. Maybe it is not that way anymore.

jake75

No doubt - "You just cannot go wrong with a Corolla engine/drivetrain....no way." So why discontinue a Corolla hatchback/wagon? And why does it have to be so expensive? I suppose the limited model run is an issue. The US market demand for small hatchbacks/wagons seems to be limited. For me...

jake75

Yes, thast is the ad.
Also - when viewing Genvibe past the topics screen in Firefox I am now getting a small font hard to read layout. I just tried using Internet Explorer and it is fine.

jake75

Using Firefox. Also last two days have been gerring an atypical hard to read listing of posts.

jake75

It's back!!!!

jake75

Has anyone mentioned the Matrix? Seems like a logical option. I've had my eyes on the newer Subaru Impreza Hatchbacks too, as they have similar cargo space and better MPGs. I have to presume they'd be as reliable as the Vibe is? I sense a general consensus here that, at least for what a new Matrix ...

jake75

I mistakenly assumed that this was a new part of the pm system. Thanks for the information - also thanks to whoever removed that scam.

jake75

Publix would like their milk crate back.

jake75

I supposedly have 1 private message, but to view it I am being asked to download some program that apparently will replace my current tool bar.
I am not going to do that. So if you send me a pm I will not see it. s c h i n d l e r j e r o m e @ g m a i l

jake75

Is there something negative on the 2nd Gen Scion xB?

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My local toyota dealer actually has one leftover 2013 awd loaded. He "says" he just wants to unload it. It stickers over 25k, he said he'd make a very good deal. Said something like $23k and can still make a better deal if I'm interested. Aren't the 08+ not so good? That's what I heard an...

jake75

The unloved Lexus CT200h http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2012/01/the-unloved-lexus-ct-200h/index.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Since one of the reasons a lot of us love the Vibe/Matrix for is its hauling versatility, and one the things we hate is noise, the CT2...

jake75

In my case it is a choice of live with it or pay a dealer or independent garage to replace it. I'm 71 and wasn't all that handy when I was 21, or 31 etc.
Maybe it will get better when it warms up.

jake75

Have a 2007 Chrysler T&C only 29,000 miles. Suddenly developed a loud approx 1 sec shrill buzz when locking the doors - seems to be from the front passenger door. No noise when unlocking. Any idea what this might be?

jake75

thebarber wrote:Chevy Trax
Jetta wagon
tsx wagon
Cx5
Mazda3

Most of us would have to go to Canada to get the Trax. Isn't the tsx $30,000 and up?

jake75

I had assumed the Buick Encore was a hatchback - learned something today. The Mazda CX-5 and Ford Escape seem significantly larger than the Vibe but I never actually compared the specs. I saw a Hyundai small hatchback when I was out today - that might also be a Vibe replacement.

jake75

Thanks for the info - the VVT feature is probably so common that it doesn't merit a mention - like saying "fuel injected" - no one uses a carborator anymore.

jake75

"I know the 05 has variable valve timing and the 09 doesn't."

Why the change? Did that save the manufacturer money? Is one better than the other?

jake75

My 2009 has only 29,400 miles. Recently replaced the tires and battery. So I am not in need of a replacement. I had a 2003 Vibe. Bought the ''09 in Jan. 2009 and sold the '03 (only had 33,000 miles) because the price was really right. Difference between what i paid including tax for the '09 and what...

jake75

Location, location, location, it's not just for real estate. Do a "search" for your car using Cars.com to see what dealers are asking for 2010 Vibes. Good Luck, http://www.cars.com/ Also a nationwide search on carmax.com can be informative. Take 20-25% off their no haggle price and you pr...

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I suppose Toyota is still using this same part that is destined to fail - helps keep the dealer repair shop profitable.

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