the left door check on my vibe broke. this is the part that stops the door from swinging out too far. the dealer wants 84 bucks for the part but I think that's outrageous for a small part like that. any body out there with the same problem let me know and how much you paid for that part. thanks.

I just put a new set of Goodyear Assurance comforttred on my Vibe and the difference from the crappy Continental tires i had on before is unbelievable. As soon as I drove away from the tire shop I noticed the difference immediately. The ride is so smooth and quiet; on the highway at high speeds ther...

I am thinking of buying the stick on vent shades. I live in Montreal where it can get pretty damn cold in the winter. Has anybody ever had them fall off?

Here is an interesting article I found in the Montreal Gazette newspaper by The Car Doctor.The Vibe and Corolla does not have a rubber timing belt but does have a timing chain that connects the crankshaft to the camshaft. The chain doesn't need to be replaced at a specific mileage like many vehicles...