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No, North American cars are not bad. I think they're pretty good, based on my experiences. Personally, I think the biases and stereotypes that North American cars developed (deservedly) during the 70's and 80's have still lingered on to today, even though there is tonnes of evidence to the contrary....

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A friend's sister called it a mini SUV (hence the reason why she liked it). After I gave her a look of utter disgust, I politely informed her that it is a station wagon. I like station wagons. So there.

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Just paid $105.9 a litre of regular unleaded, although that was for the van, Vibe isn't ready to eat just yet.The place where I fill has $0.05 credit back, so I guess that's helps a little...Still being bent over by the gas companies... Can someone please explain how the gas already in the tanks at ...

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Glad to see everything worked out OK! Happy thumping!

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Howdy! I have a Bazooka in my Vibe. I installed it myself, it's not difficult. Hope I can answer your questions.1. Yep, high levels spliced into rear speakers. I used the fronts as to not diminish the bass level when I set the fade a little to the fronts. But no matter.2. Yep, run the power supply s...

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Sorry Dude, but I'm with the dealer on this one. I just don't see where they are jacking you around, they have to see the problem for themselves before they start pulling stuff out on what "might" be the problem. I'm sure you know what you are talking about, but from the dealer's point of ...

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I happen to think the GTO styling is about right on, a little understated, but nice and clean. Plenty of power, new car warranty, new technology, etc etc. A little pricey for me, but hey, that's what's GMAC is for! Now, if only I can get an LS1 installed in the Vibe....

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Quote, originally posted by robdog Â»when my car was new i used to get a smell, it probaly was the clutch. That is probaly what you are smelling. Mine went away after the first 500 or so miles.I got over 24K km on it, and if anything, I'd say the smell is getting worse! What I should do is slowly ge...

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Quote, originally posted by VibeChick Â»Yay!! Another sort of local member! Hopefully you can make it out to a meet sometime! Hopefully, if things work out for the next one, I'll be there!

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hmmm.. good point. I haven't thought of that, I'm not noticing any clutch slipping or shudderring or anything like that. But still, at those revs....Thanks for the tip!

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Geez, I don't visit for a while, and totally miss out on this new forum group! And I miss out on a meet? Sure, it's in Calgary, but that's only 7 1/2 hours drive (2 1/2 with lift )And where the heck are the SK guys? Calgary always gets to have the fun...Anywho, I'd be interested in the CAI. Keep us ...

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Howdy, got a question for your fellow GT owners. I did a search but couldn't come up with anything...Whenever I get in the mood for a little speed, nothing satisfies like the shriek of the 2ZZ-GE in anger. I don't do all that often (must be getting old) and I still long for buckets more of torque, b...

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SGI classifies the Vibe as a wagon... but it's still expensive!

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Articles like this just remind me to continue trusting real automotive journalists and not rejects from Consumer Reports. While I find the knob to adjust the seat height a little tight with the door closed, I can still do it. And since I'm on the big side, I get out and do it anyway. And the flexibl...

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quote:It's not just supply and demand.It's the medium upon which that demand is transmitted -- it's an antiquated power grid, designed for the capacities needed in the 50s and 60s...now in 2003, with the advent of computers, and every little minute aspect of our lives requiring electricity, we deman...

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quote:I'd say, blame Canada...but apparently we are the dumbasses relying on them. Sigh.... Not to start anything, but the it's not like one county is supplying another for all its power requirements. The grid is shared between Canada and US. There are great benefits to this (import, export etc.), b...

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Oh boy... here we go again! I apologize for some of the rude or sarcastic comments you felt you were receiving. Please no hard feelings...Congrats on the new fam, curious, what sort of new ride where you looking at? If you stick with GM product, you might be able to have some more leverage trading u...

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Since you already have the tube, go ahead and stick it in the Vibe (do the install yourself to save a few bucks if you can!) and try it out for a few weeks. If you like what you hear, you're happy and saved some hard earned cash. If not, start looking around for equipment that will fit within your b...

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Don't recommend it... The 200W (max!) amp really only has enough juice to run the 6 speakers. Besides, you'll need a crossover anyway for the sub, better to wait and save up a few bucks for a amp.

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I dunno, I kinda like the thing. I suppose the layout of the dash is not something I'd be used to, but it would become familar soon enough. There's a mini cooper S at the movie theatre in my town helping to promote "The Italian Job" in which it is featured prominantly. After seeing it flyi...

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quote:Prolly spent all their time and money getting the cadillacs in the matrix reloaded flick...lol...It was just Caddy's, that entire highway scene was all GM product! - Oldsmobile, Buicks, GMC, Caddy's, etc...(Suave radio voice) : This mind blowing car chase brought to you by General Motors.

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Just had mine done today actually. Went with 15% rear door/quarter window and 35% back window (cannot do front doors due to laws... grrr.. ) Ran me just under $200 CDN with lifetime warranty. Looks great, adds a touch of privacy, especially if you got stuff loaded up in back. Should help with the he...

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I hear what you are saying. I also agree with saying that people were brought up that way calling cetain things in a certain way, and that's the way they'll always say it, even if it's wrong or changed. For example, I hate it when people call manual tranmissions "a standard". Standard to m...

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Future Shop had a deal for 3 days only (June 10-12) for only $12.99! Great deal, great CD. I haven't checked out the DVD, but I'll be pounding the Dobly Digital setup thru it's paces this weekend...

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quote:Now you have me defending the very car I want to get rid of! Bottom line, VW/Audi powertrain is superior while the Vibe wins all other comparisons. Fair?LOL! That wasn't my intent! Honest, I was just curious on how you saw the powertrains matched up.Yup, I agree, that's fair. Happy driving!

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quote:No, that is not "real world" driving. If it is for you, enjoy your car now; you won't have it for long. An example of real world driving is cruising at 70 and hitting the gas to get to 80 to pass on a highway.I agree 100% that most people do not (and cannot) drive to extract maximum ...

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quote:On a flat road those numbers may be true. In "real world" driving the Toyota based engine produces max torque at an unusable rpm range, while the Audi based 1.8T generates peak torque under 3K. Go drive a 1.8T and tell me which one would out-perform.In addition, I was not only talkin...

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quote:Hmm, it's funny that they weren't able to write up a small bit of code to round the numbers (ie anything between 17.5 & 18.4 => 18). For sure, it's not complicated at all. My guess is one - some bean counter figured out it would be cheaper to do it the way they did it, and two - too scared...

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quote:Try using the site's search feature on this topic, you will find many previous responses. I will be upgrading to 17" aftermarket wheels this summer and saving the stock 16" ones for putting on snow tires to use in the winter.I did, but I am looking for specific feedback, ie. real lif...

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A question for anyone who has winter tires on their ride: What size are you using? 15"? 16"? I am considering new wheels this summer, but consider keeping the stock 16" alloys and mounting winter tread. Or another option is to pick up 15" steelies and hub cabs (ugh) and mount win...

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quote:It is all about psychology. Just like in stores they have the expensive items at eye level and have the cheaper items down at the bottom.In that same car magazine article brought up earlier they talked to some Cadillac engineers who were involved in some of the earlier digital dashboards in th...

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Have a GT with Moon & Tunes, does exactly the same thing you described, although not very loud. In fact, you really have to strain and listen for it in mine, although I did notice it very shortly after driving it home from the dealership. It's like there's still power being supplied to the amp u...

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quote:The vehicle looks ok for an SUV, but to put Ferrari emblems on it??? What was this person thinking?Don't you know of course, when you put stickers, emblems, labels etc from other makes (e.g. VTEC badges on a Neon) it makes it go faster! Where's the giant wing and exhaust tip? Bling Bling!

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quote: She played the "Our" Card. That's why the wife and I each have our own car. Cuts down on the argueing! Of course, somehow I'm the only one doing all the cleaning, vacuuming, washing, waxing, maintenace....

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A 8" bazooka will give all the bass you want, it won't rattle your fillings loose, but it will definately improve the sound. Also, it's a nice and tidy shape so it won't take up your whole cargo area, and if you do need every last inch of space for hauling, it can be easily removed. I'm a littl...

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quote:Why do so many people here not trust CR? Is there something I do not know?Because they don't know anything about vehicles. Hey, they're great for fridges, deep freezes and oven (i.e. appliances) but they try and treat cars and trucks in the same model, plus none of them are professional driver...

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I was just going to respond that the battery must have been drained since even the remotes didn't work. Although the stock battery leaves a little something to be desired in terms of performance, it still should have enuff juice to flip the locks with the remote, even with -43C weather. I agree with...

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quote:How the f#$@ would you feel if you paid 30,000 for a car that you can't drive off the lot? The powertrain may be Toyota but correct me if i'm wrong the Vibe was assembled by GM (at the end of the day it still is a Pontiac)Feel your fustration dude. Although it has been pointed out that Vibes a...

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quote:The CHIRP feature is by far a great and very welcomed SAFETY featureHow is the chirp a safety feature? I see it more as a convenience than safety ie don't have to visually confirm locking rather than save your (removed) in a accident. Chirp/No Chirp, doesn't really matter to me. My last car ha...

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I think the factory system is good. It does need a little help on the bottom end, so you might want to add a sub or tube at some point. Or try replacing the stock speakers. But I really like the indash 6 disc changer, load 'er up and have music for hours, great for the long trip.Of course, it come d...

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Hey, another Saskatchewan viber! I was beginning to feel alone. What dealership are you dealing with? Keep on their (removed) until you get satisfaction. It's a shame you had to go the complain route to get something done, but 3 months is ridiculous to wait for a part. They could have built up a who...

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I understand your fustration, and I hope everything works out for you. However, you do realize that the Matrix and Vibe is pretty much the same vehicle. The same linkage that bust in your Vibe (if that's the problem) is the exact same in the Matrix. Could have easily given you the same trouble as we...

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For the power supply, I ran a 12 gauge wire straight from the battery (I used the existing wire harness grommet) to the Bazooka (and EL-8 is only 100 watts). For the remote I also utilized the under seat amp, I tested some of the leads going TO the amp and found a suitable source for the remote. Off...

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I did exactly the same thing, except I have the 6 dish changer. Instead of taking the dash apart for the leads, I used wire taps on the speaker leads from the amp installed under the front passenger seat. I used the wiring as labelled in this post:http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=1042And it w...

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quote:I was reading a article in Kiplinger's and it stated that the Matrix has a higher resale value than the Vibe. I do not know why this is true, but I was in writing.It's probably true, because people automatically put a bias on Toyota and other makes over domestic vehicles, because of the percei...

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quote:The car really reminds me of the old Willy's Jeep or am I the only one who thinks that? It isnt that bad looking, I actually like it.You're not the only one, I like it too. One of the reason I like the Vibe so much was that it was a little different than what everyone else was driving (and com...

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quote:I was referring more to the American car company customer service. I'm sure the Toyota dealership would not have taken this many trips.I agree, the North American dealership network needs to improve quite a bit before they can be considered on par with foreign makes. However, there are signs t...

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Coud be also a faulty moonroof gasket/surround. The dealership replaced it and it cured my leak problem. However, since the're was a TSB on it they may have done that as well, but it was not written on the work order.

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quote:This is really making me sick of American car companies and the lack of customer service. I really want to vent my frustration on someone, but I know that will only work against me. Is there anyone at Pontiac that will do anything to prevent others from going through the run around? I will tal...

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quote:the SUV's are not on the way out, trust me on this one.I have to agree, but I think the definition of SUV is changing from all conquering truck based behemoth to minivan based on-road-only tall car-vehicle. Look at all the new "SUV" (my quotation marks) that have come out or coming o...

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