Just picked her up!

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Vibe o rater
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Just picked her up!

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Just picked up my 04' Vibe on Sunday. End of the month + good rebates = good deal ($3000 in rebates and $2000 off from the dealer). I was shocked at first at the $21600 sticker price but after driving the car I really liked it, plus the dealer was willing to deal a bit. 1st impressions:Nice rideGood handlingDecent power as long as you stay off the big hillsGreat stylingDoors close really smooth and easyLooking forward to + 30 mpgNot so great:Cheap plastic latches on the console and dash storage compartmentsNo backlighting on power buttons and cruiseKey fob doesn't beep/honk to confirm input and no panic buttonSeats are a little too hot on my backOverall, seems to be a really nice car but could use some upgrades. Maybe the 05's will fix some of these issues. More details on likes and dislikes after about 5000 miles and a few road trips! Later
Vibe o rater - 04' Vibe, Basic, Salsa, Monotone, AT, Power Pkg, Moon/Tunes, 17" Alum wheels, ABS, XM radio, Yell Baby!
Triton
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Congratulation on your purchase and welcome to GenVibe. Your likes and dislikes go along with a lot of other opinions about the Vibe. I have been able to look past some of the little quirks that I have with the car because it is so fun to drive and modify.
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Mr. Poopypants
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Congrats on your new car! You are one of the few around with an '05. Looking forward to hear the ins and outs of the '05 Vibe.
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Quote, originally posted by Vibe o rater »Just picked up my 04' Vibe on Sunday. Quote, originally posted by Mr. Poopypants »Congrats on your new car! You are one of the few around with an '05. Looking forward to hear the ins and outs of the '05 Vibe.c'mon, Mr. P, sit up straight and pay attention Welcome to genvibe Vibe o
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welcome to genvibe! congrats on your new purchase.
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Quote, originally posted by joatmon »c'mon, Mr. P, sit up straight and pay attention Welcome to genvibe Vibe oOK OK!!! Man, there are a few '05's Don't mind me, I'm out of it.
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Quote, originally posted by Mr. Poopypants »OK OK!!! Man, there are a few '05's Don't mind me, I'm out of it. no he's refering to the fact that he has an 04 and not an 05.
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I thought I saw '05 and I've only had 1 cup of coffee, and I had 3 hours of sleep and ...........nevermind, man oh man, I'm a window licker,
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Welcome aboard! Sounds to me like you definitely got a good deal. It's a great car that I think you'll enjoy driving.
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$21,600 down to $16,600! What's not to like. Good dealing.
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