This forum was the sole reason I ended up with my purchase. Great advice, good discussions and a good....vibe....
I've been driving a 2002 Mazda P5 Wagon the past few years, did a lot of upgrades, suspension, air filter, made it a little sporty. But eventually I realized that the car was too "nice" and not nearly as economical as I needed. Can't carry band equipment and motorcycle parts in heated leather, ya know?
So, after hunting for a few months I found a 2008 Vibe 1.8l base model that had been totaled out by the insurance company and a friend of mine did the bumper and quarter panel repair. He told me there was no structural damage and was a pretty easy fix, but the lady who owned it was paid out by the insurance company and he wanted to sell the Vibe.
The old gal took care of it, maintenance records for every oil change, serpentine belt at 60k, tires, brakes every year or so, I was pretty impressed. People don't usually keep those records.
So, I picked up the Vibe for $4500 with 71,000 miles on it, a brand new paint and body job, new tires, brakes, belt, battery and ready to ride.
It has a previous salvage title, but that doesn't bug me, I've bought salvage vehicles before.
I love her, we're good friends already.
First order of business is swapping out the stereo, I'm waiting on the harness/bezel from eBay now and then I'll probably start upgrading cosmetic things.
Thanks for all the help on the forum! If you know anyone in the Nebraska area needing to buy a Mazda Sport Wagon, I'm your guy right now!
Most of the Vibes in that color I've seen were monotone, so it's pretty cool seeing a two tone. 
