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scott_h
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Another new member

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We just picked up a brand new (even though it's a 2004) Vibe yesterday. Our first new car, replacing a money-guzzling Chevy Malibu with over 160k miles on it. I can't say it drives like my Maxima (no offense), but I've been impressed with the driving I've done - I'm not the one that will be driving it day-to-day. If I could have my 222 HP from the Max in the Vibe... It should give us a little more room if we need to haul something bigger, and hopefully boost the fuel economy.Our 5 year old's favorite feature is the navigation system - as soon as we get in the car, he says "turn on the map." He now rides with his head tilted to the side so he can watch it. I have to say the Fusion Orange looked mighty nice today after a coat each of Meguiars #7 and #26! If anyone out there is in the Twin Cities area, and can recommend a good place to get windows tinted (preferably SW), drop me a line - don't want to get stuck with any garbage!I haven't spent much time here yet, but I'm learning already! (already let my tires down from 37 PSI)
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wolfsburg_de
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Post by wolfsburg_de »

Congrats, it looks great! My other car (MINI Cooper S) has factory nav and I use it all the time. It's also a good surprise and deligt feature for passengers.
'05 Vibe base 2-tone 5-speedPlatinum / GraphitePower pkg, 16" AlloysDIY HD Cargo Mat
Merzbow
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taht's all i have to say to the both of you! (removed)...just kidding.I've never seen a navigation system in action before, how weird is that?Seems like you're into detailing cars? What other cars do you have? I have started up a detailing buisness from my house and I have about 5 cars lined up for April. http://www.detailcity.com is a very cool site to go to and get tips
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kostby
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Post by kostby »

Welcome to the Encyclopedia of Vibe!Love the Fusion and the 17" wheels!
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My 2003 Vibe Base Auto 2-tone Salsa "SalsaWagon" was built in May 2002. I acquired it in Feb 2004/Traded it in on a 2016 Honda HR-V in Feb 2018.
scott_h
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Quote, originally posted by Merzbow »I've never seen a navigation system in action before, how weird is that?We truly didn't need the navigation system, this just happened to have it. I admit the radio does look pretty cool though with the nav system. We were just joking yesterday that I'm the only one in my family that doesn't need a navigation system. I know we'll use it from time to time being in a metro area though. Both of my sisters drive all over Minneapolis for work, so know they would greatly benefit. And our parents drive up to visit from small town Iowa, so lets just say city driving and directions aren't their forte'. Quote, originally posted by Merzbow »Seems like you're into detailing cars? What other cars do you have? I have started up a detailing buisness from my house and I have about 5 cars lined up for April. http://www.detailcity.com is a very cool site to go to and get tips I don't go overboard, but I like to keep them looking nice now that we've invested in some decent cars. I have a 2000 Maxima, and when I bought that about 18 months ago, I started reading around to get detailing tips. Between a Maxima forum and I believe it was one on Edmunds, I got a few good tips. I've been very happy with the clay/Meguiars #7/Meguiars #26 combo. You obviously need a chunk of free time and some patience to do that kind of thing.
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Merzbow
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I love almost all Nissans.
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Mr. Poopypants
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MAN!!! We have new members coming out of the woodwork!! Welcome to GenVibe!!!!
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Ponyota
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Welcome to Genvibe Scott.... Hope you enjoy your new Vibe as much as I have mine!
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ArcsVibe
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Welcome to genvibe. Gotta say I love the color of your Vibe Nice pics
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Post by MoonDogg »

Congrats on the new car... love the color
2004 Vibe GT Fusion OrangeOptions: M&T, Monotone Paint, 35% TintMods: Kenwood Excelon KDC-X659 HU, Orion CS200.4 amp, Kicker Comp VR 10" sub, Megan Racing STB, Injen CAI, Magnaflow Cat-Back, brass shifter bushing, underbody orange neon's.
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