2005 Vibe

[fuel4soul]

* 2005 Pontiac Vibe -- Restyling and new optional features characterize the contemporary performance look of the '05 Pontiac Vibe, as well as other recently introduced Pontiac models that are part of Pontiac's performance renaissance. I like it how it is! A restyle ALREADY?? Here's the rest:FOR RELEASE: January 27, 2004CONTACTSGeneral Motors Marks World Debut of Six All-new 2005 Vehicles At Chicago Auto ShowDETROIT - General Motors will stage the world debut of six all-new 2005 vehicles spread among its Buick, Chevrolet and Pontiac - GMC divisions at the Chicago Auto Show.The corporation continues to revitalize its brands with compelling new products.GM's show exhibit will feature the all-new Buick LaCrosse premium sedan; the Chevrolet Uplander and Pontiac Montana SV6 crossover sport vans; the premium GMC Envoy Denali, Envoy XL Denali and Sierra Crew Cab Denali; and the Pontiac Vibe with its mid-cycle enhancement."These important introductions build on GM's promise to introduce 28 new vehicles in 2004," said Gary L. Cowger, president of GM North America. "GM will address a wide range of segments and numerous markets with these new vehicles."The new 2005 GM offerings making their world debut at the Chicago show are:* 2005 Buick LaCrosse -- Designed to reshape Buick's midsize passenger car lineup, the Buick LaCrosse features a totally new look and improved performance.* 2005 Chevrolet Uplander -- Combining compelling SUV-like styling plus family-friendly capabilities, the Chevrolet Uplander takes the mid-van segment in a new direction.* 2005 GMC Envoy Denali and Envoy XL Denali -- Luxury and performance-oriented traits abound in GMC's 2005 Envoy Denali and Envoy XL Denali SUVs, making the Denali level of refinement available to a new group of customers.* 2005 GMC Sierra Crew Cab Denali -- Upscale amenities distinguish GMC's 2005 Sierra Crew Cab Denali while maintaining Sierra's half-ton pickup capabilities.* 2005 Pontiac Montana SV6 -- Responsive performance and segment-leading entertainment choices distinguish the Pontiac Montana SV6, with its SUV look and mid-van capability.* 2005 Pontiac Vibe -- Restyling and new optional features characterize the contemporary performance look of the '05 Pontiac Vibe, as well as other recently introduced Pontiac models that are part of Pontiac's performance renaissance. These vehicles are the latest in a series of auto show introductions that GM began in December at the Los Angeles auto show with the Chevrolet Cobalt compact coupe and sedan, the Saab 9-2X premium sports compact car, the Buick Terraza and Saturn Relay crossover sport vans and the HUMMER H3T midsize concept truck.After the L.A. show, GM used the North American International Auto Show as its platform for introducing several more vehicles: the 2005 Chevrolet Corvette, the 2006 Pontiac Solstice roadster, the 2005 Pontiac G6 sports sedan, the racing version of the 2004 Cadillac CTS-V and the Saturn Curve and Chevy Nomad concept cars.General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), the world's largest vehicle manufacturer, employs about 325,000 people globally. Founded in 1908, GM has been the global automotive sales leader since 1931. GM today has manufacturing operations in 32 countries and its vehicles are sold in 192 countries. In 2003, GM sold nearly 8.6 million cars and trucks, about 15 percent of the global vehicle market. GM's global headquarters are at the GM Renaissance Center in Detroit. More information on GM and its products can be found on the company's corporate website at http://www.gm.com.http://media.gm.com/s ... Ga...=2390

[NSimkins]

I don't believe it's a major restyling other than a refresh, but I'm hoping it will be a nice change. We'll have exclusive photos and info of the '05 Vibe from the Chicago Auto Show Feb. 6th-15th.Thanks for posting this!

[pwarren4]

I wouldn't get to exicited by this. Doesn't sound like a major overhaul to me. Just some minor upgrades probably to appease some big-wig. Besides, change is good, gives us some upgrades to buy that won't let the Vibe styling go stale.

[yank dini]

I thought the overhaul was coming in 2006...?In which my lease is up

[ragingfish]

Perhaps 05 could be the year of the GXP?

[NSimkins]

Quote, originally posted by yank dini »I thought the overhaul was coming in 2006...?There may still be something else planned for the Vibe in '06 -- the 2005 refresh was a surprise to me. They may plan a larger scale overhaul for '06.

[Kari]

But I like it the way it is... *pouts*

[dsegundo]

When they mention overhaul like this, it's probably something real small....like a fascia or something.Desi

[Jahntassa]

They decided to ditch the Aztek and graft the Aztek back end onto a Vibe.Oh..wait..that means they'd turn the Vibe into the Aztek concept car...hm...(Kidding, i've no idea)

[SGT]

It will be very interesting to see exactly what GM does. It is unusual for GM to 'freshen' any car in only 2 model years. The last time I remember doing this was with the Aztek and that was to combat the terrible sales that they had the first year. The Vibe seems to be selling quite well as is and usually GM doesn't change fascias and stuff for 3 to 4 years. This could have something to do with the Vibe's ties to the Matrix though. Toyota is quicker to freshen things up and/or replace models than GM is.

[macrosonic]

I wonder if the Matrix will also get a 2005 refresh...

[SGT]

That is a good question. I was thinking about this today and I would almost be willing to bet money that one of the things being 'refreshed' will be the back bumper. The Vibe is the only pontiac that will be left with the back-up lights in the bumper when the Grand Am disappears this year. Pontiac already removed them from the Sunfire. I bet that will be at least one area to be 'refreshed'

[fuel4soul]

NO!!! I LOVE those style reverse lights! I have no idea why but I do, That's the reason I like my 00 SF better than the new ones, and if they do that to the Vibe I won't like them anymore.. I'm very curious to see what they do to it, I'm anticipating pictures from the show, Is anyone going? I hope the change is good but I doubt it.

[SGT]

I agree with you fuel4soul. I like the backup lights where they are. I too had a Sunfire (mine was a 2000) and when it was time for a new car, I didn't even consider the Sunfire this time because I don't like the 'freshening up' that the model got in 2003. Looks too much like a Saturn SC coupe to me now. Anyway, I may go to the Chicago Auto show this year, haven't decided yet, I should go since I get free tickets from work. If I do, I will take many pictures.

[savedbyzero]

No roof racks, and i'm trading!

[NSimkins]

Quote, originally posted by fuel4soul »I'm very curious to see what they do to it, I'm anticipating pictures from the show, Is anyone going? I hope the change is good but I doubt it.We'll have someone (not myself ) covering the show for GenVibe, so expect pics and more info as it is available to the media. I'm sure we'll have some GVC members out there too I hope! Quote, originally posted by savedbyzero »No roof racks, and i'm trading!Get your trade ready .. the '05 will be available from the factory with no roof rack but can be added on as a dealer-installed option. The current rack can be installed or a new style rack should also be available.EDIT: I was wrong! Instead, they only removed the crossbars and left the side bars with the 2005.

[SGT]

Ah yes, GM and their infamous decontenting of vehicles. The wait a couple years, remove a few previously standard things on the car and raise the base cost. Nice deal for them I guess. At least you can still get the roof rack, I happen to like it personally.

[Merzbow]

I don't like the white and red gauges...I like the all red gauges I have on mine better I personally think they should work on designing some d*mn body kits instead of all new boidy styles...I really want some body kits

[SGT]

Quote, originally posted by Salsa! »Not always true... I remember when I bought my 97 Sunfire, the spoiler was an option and the year after (or 2) it became standard equipment....There is always the exception to every rule.. Seriously, GM had to do that with the Sunfire because almost no one wanted one without the Spoiler, and they were hard to sell from what I understand. Trust me, they built the cost the spoiler into the price of the car. They didn't drop the sticker price when they decontented some of the items out of the Montana from 2002 to 2003, they raised it.

[drunkenmaxx]

merz, like previously stated, there will never be a two tone body kit, so fuggetabahtit. i bet they are just tackling all the issues of complaint (ie-paint, creeks, etc)

[Merzbow]

they dont need a two tone body kit, I didn't expect them to make one because that would look funny. If they made a mono-tone kit I would just swap the plastic for the mono-tone pieces and then get the body kit...I don't have money, but it would be nice to have something to work for that would make the appearance unique

[FusionVGT]

If they all of a sudden figured out how to get XM, sunroof, and NAVIGATION in the car at the same time they'll have one really ticked off '04 owner.

[Yoda]

Quote, originally posted by fuel4soul »NO!!! I LOVE those style reverse lights! I have no idea why but I do, That's the reason I like my 00 SF better than the new ones, and if they do that to the Vibe I won't like them anymore.. I'm very curious to see what they do to it, I'm anticipating pictures from the show, Is anyone going? I hope the change is good but I doubt it.Don't know if you heard, but the lights look like they're still there on the GMInsidenews pic : http://www.gminsidenews.com/wa...6.jpg

[SGT]

Quote, originally posted by Yoda »Don't know if you heard, but the lights look like they're still there on the GMInsidenews pic : http://www.gminsidenews.com/wa...6.jpg Yes it seems my guess was wrong. I thought for sure that they would mess with the back before they butchered the front.