I may be one of the only ones, but I liked it when the Pontiac's had the cladding on them. (Another reason why I like my Vibe) I can't tell you the number of times that the cladding has protected my Montana or previously my Grand Am from the occasional parking lot ding. I realize a lot of automotive writers didn't like it, but that was a big plus for me. The G6 looks sharp, but on first glance it looks like a Dodge Stratus to me with a Pontiac nose on it.
2004 Base Vibe - Frosty - Two Tone Automatic, ABS, 16 inch factory alloy wheels, Power Package, Cargo Nets and Mat
You definitely have a point...but there's a fine line between beneficial and detrimental when it comes to cladding.My 92 GA was detrimental. Thick, heavy plastic that constantly would come off the door. Was a disaster.Vibe is most definitely beneficial. If you don't wax it.
YES!I still visit GenVibe periodically. I have not forgotten about my "original" family over here!
That's not completely true. The headlights and taillights are distinctly different on both cars as are the hoods, grilles, and lower body kits. My mom has a '99 Alero and my stepsister has a '00 Grand Am. When the two cars are sitting in the driveway side by side, they really don't look that similar.
Former owner of a 2003 Vibe GT---Great car that gave me 8 years and 83,000 miles of trouble-free service.Current owner of a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited AWD.
After seeing the G6 in Motor Trend, I am a little concerned about how the Vibe is going to do in sales. It seems the G6 is going to be in the same price range.
I think it seems to have almost a Honda Accord look to it.
Justin 2003 Vibe GT - Mille Miglia Evo5 18x8 Wheels (now stock)- Magnaflow Cat-Back Exhaust (now stock)- Tein S-Tech Springs (now stock)- Injen CAI - Red Painted Calipers - Hella Supertone Horns - Polk Speakers - Bazooka RS8A-HP Sub - Kenwood Headunit - Still love my Vibe, but I've just turned it back into a basic daily driver.