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Which Vibe Parts/Systems are Toyota and Which are GM?
Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 4:04 am
by dalemccl
I know the Vibe engine and transmission are Toyota. Does anyone know which major parts/systems are GM vs. Toyota. If it varies by model year, I am interested in 2006. Thx.
Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 4:21 am
by northvibe
well the interior wa designed by gm. but as for which are which im not sure.. GM sells all the parts for the vibe, but they are cheaper at toyota dealership. the only gm only parts i know of are the external body pieces as thats really the only diff between the trix and vibe.
Re: Which Vibe Parts/Systems are Toyota and Which are GM? (dalemccl)
Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 4:33 am
by GMJAP
The Radio stuff is GM-sourced. The cabin climate control system is GM-sourced in the Vibe and Toyota-sourced in the Matrix (hence why cabin air filters aren't compatible between the two).As far as I know, all the other major systems are Toyota.The interior vents are from the GM parts bin, but most of the controls are Toyota.
Re: Which Vibe Parts/Systems are Toyota and Which are GM? (dalemccl)
Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 4:46 am
by joatmon
Are you just generally curious about which company manufactures the individual components, or is it a matter of which parts off a matrix will fit on your vibe?
Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 4:47 am
by northvibe
its a frankenstein car!
Re: Which Vibe Parts/Systems are Toyota and Which are GM? (joatmon)
Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 5:19 am
by dalemccl
Quote, originally posted by joatmon »Are you just generally curious about which company manufactures the individual components, or is it a matter of which parts off a matrix will fit on your vibe?Curious since I plan to buy one and I have more faith in reliability of Toyota parts, so the more Toyota and less GM the better I like it (except for the external styling for which I like Vibe better than Matrix).
Re: Which Vibe Parts/Systems are Toyota and Which are GM? (dalemccl)
Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 5:36 am
by SeattleJeremy
Quote, originally posted by dalemccl »Curious since I plan to buy one and I have more faith in reliability of Toyota parts, so the more Toyota and less GM the better I like it (except for the external styling for which I like Vibe better than Matrix).It's hard to beat Toyota Reliablilty and Pontiac Styling
Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 5:44 am
by northvibe
although, pontiac styling changed from 04-05 so it depends if you like that big rounded look...... also the trix has more aftermarket options for external apperance.
Re: Which Vibe Parts/Systems are Toyota and Which are GM? (dalemccl)
Posted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 6:06 am
by scherry2
Hey there Fort Wayner, I'm in Roanoke.the mechanical parts, IE engine, trans exhaust ect..are all toyota. body and interior is GM design.Northvibe: thats Half-breed. *singing* thats all I ever hear, half breed....
Re: Which Vibe Parts/Systems are Toyota and Which are GM? (scherry2)
Posted: Sat Jul 01, 2006 6:37 am
by dalemccl
Quote, originally posted by scherry2 »Hey there Fort Wayner, I'm in Roanoke. Hello Roanoke! I see a lot of Vibes in this area.
Re: Which Vibe Parts/Systems are Toyota and Which are GM? (dalemccl)
Posted: Sat Jul 01, 2006 7:57 am
by scherry2
yea there is alot of them out there but none here maybe 4 or 5 including you and me.
Posted: Mon Jul 03, 2006 1:35 pm
by Imonaride82
Pretty sure the dash gauges are toyota. They are very celica.