I got two sets of used 2012-2014 Toyota Yaris knobs on eBay for ~$60.00 shipped each (for the three knobs and the Yaris HVAC bezel). Ours weren't broken or anything, I just wanted them for their chrome trim after seeing gtv's post (linked in zbeyers' comment above) about them. They're not too diffic...
My 09 GT's MPGTune page. I have achieved an all-time high of 40.311 MPG with 100% highway driving, cruise set at 60 MPH and no AC use. My all-time average is 28.121 MPG. EPA ratings are 21 MPG - City | 29 MPG - Highway | 24 MPG - Combined.
FWIW, I know of a couple people who have had aftermarket headers on their 2.4L Vibes/Matrices and they did not re-install the exhaust manifold heat shield and seemingly had no issues. I personally wouldn't risk it, but it's your Vibe not mine. You could always try finding a used one and painting it ...
FWIW, traction control and side air bags are standard on ALL 09-10 Vibes.
I will be getting Blizzak WS80s for both our Vibes before this winter hits. We've been fine the past 9 winters with all season tires, but we're due for new tires so I figured I'd give the Blizzaks a go this time around.
Props on posting a picture right away! It looks great with the OEM 17s! Fog lights actually aren't that bad to install. Disabling the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is also super easy . You should consider starting a thread in the Garage Forum to document any future modifications, etc ;).
Welcome to GenVibe! You've certainly come to the right place for everything Vibe-related! Be sure to keep us posted on your search and hopefully, your eventual purchase.
Gee, Tim, did you have the only '09 red GT? I remember the time there were three of us, plus Michelle's '09 red base. Thanks for the pics ... looks like it was definitely better than last year. Sorry to miss you all, I have no vacation time this summer, but hope to make next year. Geoff Tim actuall...
As others have already said, the oil consumption issue is not that big of a deal. FWIW, it seems to affect mainly early 2008 built 2009s. My mom and I both have 2009 GTs, neither of which use any oil whatsoever. Their build dates are October 29, 2008 and November 17, 2008.
I agree with the previous two posters. Get the GM all weather front mats. Unfortunately, the matching GM rear mats are pretty much impossible to get a hold of, so I would just grab some universal rear mats.
Tim... Here's the list of Facebook peeps that said yes and maybe. Totally envious (irony?) of your Fusion! "Yes” Gary George III Cole DesRosiers Zane Rapp Nick Hernandez Miles Ehrman Ali & Radolfo Fernandez Leigh Leslie Matt Davis Ben Thompson Luke Kimmel Jen Vander Maas Lucas Wilbur Chris...
Awesome! It's a true testament to just how great Vibes really are that we have so many members that have 2 or more Vibes in their family! Definitely post some pictures of the newest family member when you get a chance !
Yep. Couldn't resist the offer and the timing was perfect. Orange 2004 Vibe GT, only 125k miles. Florida car ZERO rust! Had union conferences in Orlando during February so flew down one way and drove the Vibe back. You can see it in person at our GV meet June 30th! Awesome! I had no idea! I'm still...
Replaced the hatch struts on both Vibes today for the first time in the just over 9 years we've had them.
I ordered them from GMPartsCenter.net for $18.42 a piece. In case anyone needs or wants the part numbers...
09-10 Vibe right hatch strut: #19184244
09-10 Vibe left hatch strut: #19184245
Welcome to GenVibe! We (my mom and I) have 2 09 GTs and absolutely love them! As stated, you should start a thread in the GenVibe Garage forum to document the "restoration" of the Vibe.
Just disable it. I did both our 09 GTs quite a few years ago. It's super easy and is 100% reversible. We got new tires in 2015 and I just had plain old rubber valve stems installed. It's been great, one less thing to have to deal with.
2009-10 here. Not impressed with this set at all. Lots of errors. Apparently they forgot to replace some of the first gen information and it gets confusing when you go to a particular topic only to find out "it doesn't look like that" or "I don't have a thingamagig like that". h...
Drove my 09 GT to Nashville and back for the 2016 GenVibe meet. It was approximately 1100 miles round trip. No issues. I had a drain and fill of the coolant and transmission fluid done beforehand because it had never been done and I figured it was as good a time as any. Other than that, I just check...
Welcome to GenVibe! You've definitely come to the right place to get your questions answered! Post some pictures of your "new" GT when you get a chance !