Thank you all for the input. I will be looking directly at the 2005 tomorrow to look for issues with the repair. I am leaning that way per your opinions.

Thanks for the responses. Asking price is $7k for either of them. Automatice is a must given this is for my wife and she has some neck issues now with shifting a manual. It's a tough choice for me and I need to make it soon or start all over again.

After hours of investiaging vehicles, I decided the Vibe would be the best choice for us....gas sipping and reliability as well as the functionality I need.However I need your help to choose from two different ones I am considering:2005 base, 87k miles, prior accident & repaired/replaced both rt...

KITT222,Thank you for the reply. I have seen the one with the very high mileage. Too many things to wear out for me to consider.The AWD would be nice here during Minnesota winters but I would rather have the performance and extra mileage....if I had a choice.If I bite on this one, I will have to loo...

I have been looking for a versatile, economic vehicle for commuting and trips up North. The Vibe has caught my attention. I found a 2003 with less than 60k miles. Automatic w/ AWD. My only concern is what I read about the AWD being a dog. Is that rumor true??? I could use this forum's experience and...