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by bh1973
Sat Aug 08, 2009 5:10 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Mileage Stats on my New 2009 Vibe
Replies: 21
Views: 6004

Mileage Stats on my New 2009 Vibe

I picked up a new Vibe (1.8 auto) a few weeks ago. I drove the first tank largely in 3rd (doh!), and averaged 25.5 mpg.Tank 2: 28.5 mpg (half highway/half city)Tank 3: 30.5 mpg (half highway/half city)Tank 4: 34.2 mpg (mostly highway, 70 mph)I'm very pleased with these numbers and think I'll be aver...
by bh1973
Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:43 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Curt Hitch 12228 for 2009 Vibe 1.8 - Perfect Fit, 5 Min Installation
Replies: 3
Views: 1303

Curt Hitch 12228 for 2009 Vibe 1.8 - Perfect Fit, 5 Min Installation

Just wanted to let everyone know that the Curt 12228 hitch (class 2) fits perfectly on the 2009 Vibe 1.8 FW, right around the muffler. It took about 5 mins to install - only needed to borrow a torque wrench from my local shop to finish the job.Got it for 142.34 from National Trailer Supply (hitchbiz...
by bh1973
Mon Jul 20, 2009 7:35 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Owner of a 2009 Vibe 1.8 - $13990!
Replies: 16
Views: 3109

My 04 Prius gets between 48-50 mpg regularly. A long trip doing the speed limit yields 52-54 mpg, whereas a lot of stop and go with the bike rack on the back brings it down to 45-46. I got the Vibe as a second car to replace our 04 Honda Civic coupe. We needed a 4-door because of the new baby and al...
by bh1973
Sun Jul 19, 2009 12:32 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Owner of a 2009 Vibe 1.8 - $13990!
Replies: 16
Views: 3109

I checked the carfax before buying it.1: Vehicle equipped with Onstar2: 1/02/2009 Vehicle offered for sale (dealer)3: 1/28/2009 Vehicle serviced, safety inspection (dealer)4: 6/01/2009 Vehicle sold (3 miles on odometer)5: 6/01/2009 Vehicle purchase reported6: 6/25/2009 Title Issued or updated, first...
by bh1973
Sun Jul 19, 2009 2:17 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Owner of a 2009 Vibe 1.8 - $13990!
Replies: 16
Views: 3109

Re: New Owner of a 2009 Vibe 1.8 - $13990! (jake75)

I've heard that 36 mpg is possible, but don't expect it. I'm actually enjoying driving it more than my 2004 Prius, which will still be my primary car for longer trips.I'm not sure I could have found a better deal than this without being a previous GM owner and having lots of GM awards points.
by bh1973
Sat Jul 18, 2009 11:40 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Owner of a 2009 Vibe 1.8 - $13990!
Replies: 16
Views: 3109

New Owner of a 2009 Vibe 1.8 - $13990!

Hi,I just picked up a new, silver 2009 Vibe 1.8 auto, brand new (80 miles at sale). Sticker was $19650 (full power, auto, air, etc). My price was $13990. Deal of a lifetime. The seller bought it with tons of GM cash and immediately sold it at technically a loss (he paid 16800 otd). Although he didn'...