Hello all, another new genvibe member. Wife and I just ordered (as of 7-9-07) a new '08 Vibe, Frosty, Sport Package, Premium Package, Preferred Package, ABS, Moon & Tunes w/6 disc changer. Can hardly wait for it to show up!A little about myself. I am an admin on another board ( http://www.BPGforums.com ) and a supermod on another ( http://www.v8buick.com ). I have LOTS of Buicks, everything from a 1970 GSX to a 1987 GNX. The only other Pontiac I have is a 2006 GTO in Torrid Red with a 6 speed. That car will get you in trouble REAL FAST.Anyway, thanks in advance for making me feel welcome and I hope to contribute to the group in some way. PS: Would be nice if the guy who works at NUMMI can give me any info on our order sometime!!! THAT would be cool!
Brad. '08 Vibe on order as of 7-9-07. Finally delivered 10-9-07. Frosty, 5 speed. 35% tint, Pontiac exhaust tip, Pontiac all weather mats, Scan Gauge, clear bra.
Sweet Skyhawk. You don't see those around every day.
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GNx now I am jealous, only two in my town that I know of, ones a Grand National though the other is a GNx. Gotta love the ladder bar that makes the rear end lift up before a launch! There is an orange 70 GSX in my town as well, daily driver for some lady actually. P.S.- what # is your GNX, I know Buick has 001.
Well, kind of a long story, but the GNX I have is a factory prototype. I bought it from a retired Buick engineer several years ago. It has an "interesting" history to say the least. It is the sole surviving prototype that Buick made.Here's a pic, added in edit.
Brad. '08 Vibe on order as of 7-9-07. Finally delivered 10-9-07. Frosty, 5 speed. 35% tint, Pontiac exhaust tip, Pontiac all weather mats, Scan Gauge, clear bra.
wow I love that style!! its so mean looking and a couple..sweeet. now if you could get that 2008 one.... welcome to genvibe!! oh yea get some pics up!! I'd love to see those cars!
Quote, originally posted by Brad »Thanks! I had a '75 brand new when I was a kid. That one is almost exactly like my original '75. 231 V6 with a 4 speed. I've owned Vegas and Monzas, so I have a soft spot in my heart for that platform.
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Quote, originally posted by Brad »Well, OK. Let me see what I can do for some pics...Here's one with me (the fat guy) and Dennis Gage from My Classic Car and my GSX.Dude, I saw that show! Seriously! Those GSX's are sweet for sure! You just do not see that many Buick and Oldsmobile muscle cars any more!
Quote, originally posted by MiVibe-ToolGuy »Dude, I saw that show! Seriously! Those GSX's are sweet for sure! You just do not see that many Buick and Oldsmobile muscle cars any more! I bow humbly in your general direction .It was neat to be interviewed by him...although they cut out about half of the total.
Brad. '08 Vibe on order as of 7-9-07. Finally delivered 10-9-07. Frosty, 5 speed. 35% tint, Pontiac exhaust tip, Pontiac all weather mats, Scan Gauge, clear bra.
Quote, originally posted by Brad »The only other Pontiac I have is a 2006 GTO in Torrid Red with a 6 speed. That car will get you in trouble REAL FAST.You know...so will the Vibe! Welcome and congrats on the new Frosty! P.S.: any pics of that GTO?
Quote, originally posted by Brad »Yep.I think I hate you now.
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Quote, originally posted by VforVIBE »Welcome to GenVibe!!Are you on LS2GTO.com? My brother also had a Torrid Red, it's a nice color.I'm registered over there but haven't posted much (if any). Yea, I HAD to have Torrid Red...there is no other color for a GTO!
Brad. '08 Vibe on order as of 7-9-07. Finally delivered 10-9-07. Frosty, 5 speed. 35% tint, Pontiac exhaust tip, Pontiac all weather mats, Scan Gauge, clear bra.
Quote, originally posted by Whelan »This guy just has a lot of toys Well, the old saying is boys must have toys . I was lucky enough to be at the right place at the right time when my "toys" came up for sale. I've owned the GSX since 1978 when it was just a used (and abused, I might add) car. I paid only $1850 for it back then and let's just say it's appreciated in value a little since that time. It took me over 10 years to save up enough for it's restoration and with kids now in college, I could never do it again today. I've been very, very lucky.BTW, the ONLY product to touch the paint of my show cars has been Meguairs products. I take pride in that my now 14 year old restoration has held up to the test of time and I believe Meguair's products were part of that reason. Thanks to all of you for the warm welcome...I only hope I can contribute to this forum to the degree you have made me feel welcome. Thanks again!
Brad. '08 Vibe on order as of 7-9-07. Finally delivered 10-9-07. Frosty, 5 speed. 35% tint, Pontiac exhaust tip, Pontiac all weather mats, Scan Gauge, clear bra.
Quote, originally posted by Brad »Well, the old saying is boys must have toys . I was lucky enough to be at the right place at the right time when my "toys" came up for sale. I've owned the GSX since 1978 when it was just a used (and abused, I might add) car. I paid only $1850 for it back then and let's just say it's appreciated in value a little since that time. It took me over 10 years to save up enough for it's restoration and with kids now in college, I could never do it again today. I've been very, very lucky.BTW, the ONLY product to touch the paint of my show cars has been Meguairs products. I take pride in that my now 14 year old restoration has held up to the test of time and I believe Meguair's products were part of that reason. Thanks to all of you for the warm welcome...I only hope I can contribute to this forum to the degree you have made me feel welcome. Thanks again! OHHH snaps, I use Meguairs clay bar kit on my car...ohhhh sooo smooth I wouldnt use anything else now!! hahah we have a new member thats smart too!
Quote, originally posted by Renthorin »Buicks? Aren't those old man cars?(hopes Brad looks at my avitar before responding)Yep, sure are old man cars. FAST old man cars! Watcha got Buick wise???
Brad. '08 Vibe on order as of 7-9-07. Finally delivered 10-9-07. Frosty, 5 speed. 35% tint, Pontiac exhaust tip, Pontiac all weather mats, Scan Gauge, clear bra.
Quote, originally posted by Renthorin »87 GN with the usual mods.You coming down to Columbus in a couple of weeks for the BPG Nationals? Should be a great time!
Brad. '08 Vibe on order as of 7-9-07. Finally delivered 10-9-07. Frosty, 5 speed. 35% tint, Pontiac exhaust tip, Pontiac all weather mats, Scan Gauge, clear bra.
Quote, originally posted by Brad »Well, kind of a long story, but the GNX I have is a factory prototype. I bought it from a retired Buick engineer several years ago. It has an "interesting" history to say the least. It is the sole surviving prototype that Buick made.Here's a pic, added in edit.That bad boy would get a pretty penny at Barret-Jackson.
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