Guess what...

[sunrunner_pei]

...Karen & I bought today. :D

http://www.gaownersclub.com/temp/guess_who/img_5028.jpg

[Classifieds]

Please not a g6 :(

[sunrunner_pei]

Nope. :lol:

[XoticGA]

Well... what?! :lol:

[sunrunner_pei]

Not telling. :P

This car will replace the Sunflower, no worries, the Grand Am isn't going anywhere (yet). It isn't really anything special, but we like it a lot, and it suits our needs perfectly. :yippee:

[Big Joe]

A big Red/ White sold sign?


Edit: BTW, is it a mini van?

[sunrunner_pei]

Originally posted by Big Joe
A big Red/ White sold sign?


Edit: BTW, is it a mini van?

Negatory. They didn't include the sign. :lol: But no to the mini-van. Keep guessing. This is fun. :)

[XoticGA]

Let's see... it replaces sunfire.. :hmmm:


Aztek? :lol: :D

[ManktheTank19]

vibe???

[Classifieds]

oh you are from canada... the pursuit?

[Big Joe]

I think it a truck or suv of some sort.

[lagetur]

A silver vibe?

[Chain]

http://www.dreamstime.com/thumb_4/1098032952gLnt5i.jpg

[EKling]

Come on guys, Its a G5!

[sunrunner_pei]

Originally posted by XoticGA
Let's see... it replaces sunfire.. :hmmm:


Aztek? :lol: :D

Aztek? AZTEK?!?!? Are you kidding me? :spit: :roflmfao: :puke:

NO WAY!!!!!

Originally posted by EKling
Come on guys, Its a G5!

Nope. Not practical when you have a kid and lots of hobbies. But I did look at them for a moment. :)

Originally posted by Chain
http://www.dreamstime.com/thumb_4/1098032952gLnt5i.jpg

Only in your dreams, Chain. :lol:

Originally posted by ManktheTank19
vibe???

Ding Ding Ding!!! We have a weiner!!! :applause:

Originally posted by lagetur
A silver vibe?

How'd ya guess? Looking at other files in that folder? :lol:

Here she is, folks!
http://www.gaownersclub.com/temp/guess_who/img_5029.jpg

http://www.gaownersclub.com/temp/guess_who/img_5027.jpg

[coupe]

Any particular reason you chose this vehicle?

[sunrunner_pei]

Originally posted by coupe
Any particular reason you chose this vehicle?

Of course! The most obvious reasons are already stated above. We liked it, it suits our needs, and it suits our budget. There was nothing else on the market that offered as much practicality in that price range. And being a left-over 2006, the incentives and 0% financing sure help lower the payments. I still have the GA as my toy. :)

I take it from your response that you're not impressed. ;)

[Shad0wguy]

Is it atleast a GT?

[sunrunner_pei]

Originally posted by Shad0wguy
Is it atleast a GT?

:shake:

I don't know why I even bothered to post it here. It's a freakin' Vibe, gonna use it to haul around my family. I already posted that I have my GA for fun. Do you see a GT badge on the side? You don't need a 6-speed to go get the groceries.

[ManktheTank19]

My g/f wants one and I like how they changed the grill, this one looks so much better :)

I know it is not a GT but do you have the 4 wheel drive option since you have winters

[Matt95GT]

Originally posted by sunrunner_pei
You don't need a 6-speed to go get the groceries.

I dunno... my 6-speed helps keep the milk well-shaken. ;)

[sunrunner_pei]

Originally posted by ManktheTank19
My g/f wants one and I like how they changed the grill, this one looks so much better :)

I know it is not a GT but do you have the 4 wheel drive option since you have winters

Nope, no AWD. Just a bare-bones base model Vibe. Needed something inexpensive, reliable, and practical.

Originally posted by Matt95GT
I dunno... my 6-speed helps keep the milk well-shaken. ;)

:funny:

At least your 6-speed doesn't cost $28,000 like a Vibe GT in Canada. ;)

[lamonpat]

That's a nice Vibe Shawn!
I looked at them when I bought my Pursuit last year, but I wanted a lil bit more power !

[sunrunner_pei]

Thanks Pat. It's not the fastest, but I've still got the GA for that. :)

[coupe]

Originally posted by sunrunner_pei
Of course! The most obvious reasons are already stated above. We liked it, it suits our needs, and it suits our budget. There was nothing else on the market that offered as much practicality in that price range. And being a left-over 2006, the incentives and 0% financing sure help lower the payments. I still have the GA as my toy. :)

I take it from your response that you're not impressed. ;)



No thats not it at all.
I was wondering becuase even with it being a left over 06 and 0% financing there are better choices that offer more room and living in canada have 4x4.
Of course these choices you couldnt get an 06 for what you payed for the vibe. They would be used (04-05). So im assuming you wanted a warranty.

[Chain]

Good choice for the family wagon.
The Town and Country I call the wifes car.

0 finance you can't beat that.... But if you change your mind I can give you a good deal on the van I posted. .. Custom paint man. :)

[levey]

Originally posted by sunrunner_pei
:shake:

I don't know why I even bothered to post it here. It's a freakin' Vibe, gonna use it to haul around my family. I already posted that I have my GA for fun. Do you see a GT badge on the side? You don't need a 6-speed to go get the groceries.

I know what mean Shawn.(had the same problem when I bought my GA) Most people shit all over me.

Anyway....You bought what you wanted, and what would serve you and your family the best. (cost and so on)
I mean....What more could you ask for?
You would think that most people would congratulate you on your purchase. But no. Almost everybody has to question you on your choice. Next time....lie. :wink2:
Tell em' Ya just bought a brand new Camaro for the family. Geez. :lol:

BTW. Congrats. I can only hope the new wheels serve you and you family well.

[Classifieds]

I like it a lot.

and guess what... I'm being honest!

[sunrunner_pei]

Originally posted by coupe
No thats not it at all.
I was wondering becuase even with it being a left over 06 and 0% financing there are better choices that offer more room and living in canada have 4x4.
Of course these choices you couldnt get an 06 for what you payed for the vibe. They would be used (04-05). So im assuming you wanted a warranty.

Interest rates on recent used cars are terrible (9%+), payments would be as high or higher than that on the Vibe. Plus, nothing else we looked at gets near the gas mileage that the Vibe does. And frankly, we love it. :) 4WD would be nice, but again, there was nothing in our budget that offered 4WD besides maybe the Jeep Compas, but there is no way I'm buying a first production year again. And again, there aren't any 4WD cars/SUVs that offer this much fuel economy, yet still have as much cargo space. And yes, we wanted a warranty. Making payments on 2 cars, we can't afford any surprises.

Trust me, this was no easy decision, but we're very happy with our purchase. :)

Originally posted by levey
I know what mean Shawn.(had the same problem when I bought my GA) Most people shit all over me.

Anyway....You bought what you wanted, and what would serve you and your family the best. (cost and so on)
I mean....What more could you ask for?
You would think that most people would congratulate you on your purchase. But no. Almost everybody has to question you on your choice. Next time....lie. :wink2:
Tell em' Ya just bought a brand new Camaro for the family. Geez. :lol:

BTW. Congrats. I can only hope the new wheels serve you and you family well.

Thanks Levey. It's OK, I guess I can't expect people who don't have a family of their own to understand. I never thought I'd buy a car like a Vibe, but needs change, and you adapt. And frankly, it's fun to drive. But it would have sucked to have an Auto in it. :lol:

Originally posted by Classifieds
I like it a lot.

and guess what... I'm being honest!

Thanks Nick. I never took you as dishonest anyway. :)

Originally posted by Chain
Good choice for the family wagon.
The Town and Country I call the wifes car.

0 finance you can't beat that.... But if you change your mind I can give you a good deal on the van I posted. .. Custom paint man. :)

Thanks, Chain. Being a family man I'm sure you understand. We looked at (gasp) minivans, and some small SUVs, but in order to swing the payments I'd have to trade in the Grand Am. And honestly, we don't need the extra capacity of the minivan 99% of the time. Sure, now and then it'd be nice. But for now it's overkill. The Vibe is the perfect size for us. Big enough to haul our luggage, water skis, downhill skis, camping gear, tools, cleaning supplies, everything I ever take on the road with me. I plan to use the roof rack, I had them throw in the cross bars in the deal. So now I can transport our bikes, use a roof-top carrier, etc. All things I can't do with the Grand Am.

Oh, and I can fit Evan's stroller and wagon in the back. 2 items that are a PITA to take anywhere in the GA/Sunflower.

[sunrunner_pei]

I forgot to mention...

It's a base model, but this one happened to have the 7-speaker Monsoon stereo with XM. That little sub doesn't sound half bad. It's not my 12" MTX, but for a factory system I can't complain. Now to convice Karen to go for the XM subscription. :lol: :rockdude:

[levey]

lol.
You have to be playing with the xm all the time. Make it seem like you can't figure it out. Then....Let her show you how it works. (insert wink here)
Once she thinks she has you on something.....she will want it.
Now...I don't know her. So that might not work. In my case.....that would work a hundred times over. lol.

In other words. If my wife thinks she has me out smarted.....I'm done.
I tend to run with that. lol.
Good luck bro.

[TA^Guy]

Very nice purchase Shawn. I sat in one when they first came out and really like it. I have been trying to talk Leanne into it but she's too stubborn. She wants something bigger but economical... go figure.

[GTLUVA]

Originally posted by Classifieds
Please not a g6 :(

Hey nothings wrong with a G6;) I'm about to roll 9,000 miles on mine and so far it has "less problems" then my old grand am did!

[XoticGA]

Originally posted by sunrunner_pei
Aztek? AZTEK?!?!? Are you kidding me? :spit: :roflmfao: :puke:

NO WAY!!!!!





:roflmfao: :roflmfao:

I thought that'd get ya =P


Looks good, I like the interior on those :D

[sunrunner_pei]

Thanks guys. :) Now it's time to clean up the Sunflower. :)

[nineteen88ga]

Nice Toyota. lol My friend boughta Vibe-rator :lol: new in 04, drives it everywhere, isn't very delicatewith it and never had any major repairs. Aside from tires I can't remember the last thing replaced on it.

Best of luck with it Shawn

[jayhawk]

Very cool, Shawn! I know Mike and Cathys Vibe has been problem free since day one; the 1ZZ engine is exceptionally reliable, and the overall build quality is excellent.

Excellent choice. I was a bit worried you may have gone the minivan route... :nervous:

[zipnsip]

Shawn,

I love it!!! If the guy at the Pontiac dealership wouldn't have been such an ass, I would be driving a blue 2004 Vibe. I hated the vibe when I first saw it, but it grew on me a lot. Want to trade for a 2004 Cavalier in excellent condition? I'll even deliver it! :lol:

[goredsox]

very nice dude... Before we got the sonata's my mom was crazy about the matrix. we also briefly looked at the vibe but the matrix was a few thousand less.

we test drove the matrix and it seemed to have alot of nice creature comforts, the only down side is that the steering wheel feels like it is a mile away... It seemed to have a real perky engine as well... Hope she works well for ya...

[sunrunner_pei]

Matrix was less?? Seems odd. Here it would be $4000 more (if you want A/C, no incentives on leftover 2006's), plus 6.9% financing. Payments would be $100 more per month and for 5 years as opposed to 4. But the Matrix is nice too.

[MagusXIII]

Originally posted by sunrunner_pei
Thanks Levey. It's OK, I guess I can't expect people who don't have a family of their own to understand. I never thought I'd buy a car like a Vibe, but needs change, and you adapt. And frankly, it's fun to drive. But it would have sucked to have an Auto in it. :lol:
Looks good, Shawn! :thumbup2: And personally, who gives a damn what other people think? My attitude is if you do not like what I drive then fine, YOU buy for me what you think I should have, YOU put gas in the thing, and YOU insure it! Otherwise, keep your mouth shut and stop worrying about how I spend MY money that I earn!!! :magus:

[Rayz]

Originally posted by MagusXIII
Looks good, Shawn! :thumbup2: And personally, who gives a damn what other people think? My attitude is if you do not like what I drive then fine, YOU buy for me what you think I should have, YOU put gas in the thing, and YOU insure it! Otherwise, keep your mouth shut and stop worrying about how I spend MY money that I earn!!! :magus:
:agree: X2

Ive always told people if thay don't like the way I drive don't get in my car and don't get in front of me. :)

BTW it's looks nice and good luck with it.

[2001GAGT]

Nice Shawn, I like it and it is about time you got something that wasn't black. :lol: I am sure you and Karen will like it and I think it will fit what you were looking for in a car.

You know we have a Matrix at work well update on it. It is not treated very nice at all. :D Had is for a 1.5 years and 85kms later all that has been done is front brakes and all 4 tires. I don't know about yours but all we could get were the 16's and they came with the junk RS-A's. Car has never been back to the dealership.

[XtremeGrandAm]

I dont think there is anything wrong with a vibe. They look fine too me and great cars to have as a daily driver and for families.

[99GrandAMSE]

Cool little car ... glad you're happy dude :)

[matts]

i like them. at first someone told me they wanted a Vibe and i was like :wtf: cause i was thinkin aztek. but i like those and i've heard of people getting them in the 12s pretty easily. may not be totally true, but what i've heard. an awd little vehicle in the 12s?? i'd pimp one and see who's laughing when i started taking people's money :lol:

[MantaGreen97]

Originally posted by ManktheTank19
I know it is not a GT but do you have the 4 wheel drive option since you have winters

Originally posted by coupe
I was wondering becuase even with it being a left over 06 and 0% financing there are better choices that offer more room and living in canada have 4x4.

Not to get into a debate over terminology, but the truth is the Vibe is not available in four-wheel-drive (4WD, 4x4) :mad: It's available in front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive.

Not a big deal I guess since not many people care and even car manufacturers are getting it wrong (look at the Toyota Highlander for example--the badge on the back says "4WD" eventhough it's an AWD vehicle :roll2: ). Still, the Vibe is either FWD or AWD; 4WD is not an option.

Anyway, congrats on the purchase Shawn! :)

[TheTrader]

MacDonald Pontiac??? did you drive to Moncton, and go to my dealership, and not even call me for a coffee!!! grrrrrrrr...... you better watch it when I come to the island, I'm kickin some ass!!

.......

on the other hand, awesome litle car, I like those... I bet you sit more straight up in that then in other cars....... been driving in a van alot at work, and a truck... I really enjoy the up-right seating.... stupid 6'6"....

[matts]

Originally posted by MantaGreen97
Not to get into a debate over terminology, but the truth is the Vibe is not available in four-wheel-drive (4WD, 4x4) :mad: It's available in front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive.

Not a big deal I guess since not many people care and even car manufacturers are getting it wrong (look at the Toyota Highlander for example--the badge on the back says "4WD" eventhough it's an AWD vehicle :roll2: ). Still, the Vibe is either FWD or AWD; 4WD is not an option.

Anyway, congrats on the purchase Shawn! :)

while i agree with you one could argue that indeed all 4 wheels are pulling....or 4 wheel drive :D 2 wheel drive means 2 wheels pulling and 4 means 4 are pulling. when you have a awd car with 4 wheels then TECHNICALLY it IS a 4wd. :lol:

if i had a dollar for everytime i've heard this argument. that, and the "2wd is better than awd" argument

[TA^Guy]

Originally posted by MantaGreen97
Not to get into a debate over terminology, but the truth is the Vibe is not available in four-wheel-drive (4WD, 4x4) :mad: It's available in front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive.

Not a big deal I guess since not many people care and even car manufacturers are getting it wrong (look at the Toyota Highlander for example--the badge on the back says "4WD" eventhough it's an AWD vehicle :roll2: ). Still, the Vibe is either FWD or AWD; 4WD is not an option.

Anyway, congrats on the purchase Shawn! :) \One magazine had a little editorial about this, IIRC it was Truckin.

Manufactures are more apt to use the term "AWD" on SUVs, Crossovers, and other vehicles because the term sells better with women. However on trucks 4WD or 4x4 sells better with most men.

[car audio dave]

congrats on the new vibe man. my dad had a vibe GT a few years ago. it was nice, but i would rather get a base model fo the economy than the expensive GT since in that range theres better options.

either way, enjoy it in good health. maybe at the next albany meet (ill be there ;) ) ill have a cool car to show off too.

[DontPassTheFence]

Originally posted by sunrunner_pei
:shake:

I don't know why I even bothered to post it here. It's a freakin' Vibe, gonna use it to haul around my family. I already posted that I have my GA for fun. Do you see a GT badge on the side? You don't need a 6-speed to go get the groceries.

Id need a 6 speed to go get the groceries, the 6 speed vibes are freakin' sweet. :D

But all in all I like the look of the Vibe, just the extra plastic doesnt do it for me, with a little work it could achieve greatness... However, a family/cargo holder isnt for glory, its for moving shit, and itll get the job done, and for a damn good price since GM loooooves handing out year end models as fast as possible

[sunrunner_pei]

Originally posted by DontPassTheFence
Id need a 6 speed to go get the groceries, the 6 speed vibes are freakin' sweet. :D

But all in all I like the look of the Vibe, just the extra plastic doesnt do it for me, with a little work it could achieve greatness... However, a family/cargo holder isnt for glory, its for moving shit, and itll get the job done, and for a damn good price since GM loooooves handing out year end models as fast as possible

The GT is too peaky for my taste. Not really any power to speak of until north of 6000 RPM when it gets into lift. Sure, it's fast, but just not my cup-o-tea. I did ride in Mike & Cathy's, and with some mods the car will seriously haul, but still lacks that low-end grunt for hills, etc. And for $7000 more than I paid for this, coupled with not so great fuel mileage in comparison, not to mention sky-high insurance rates, I say "no thanks".

If the world was a perfect place, and I had lots of money to throw down, I'd have picked a different car. And sure, they cladding isn't beautiful, but the molding on the beltline sure does protect against door dings. And with this car spending a lot of it's life in parking lots, that's a very good thing.

BTW, just for comparison sake, we looked at the Matrix as well. I happen to like the clean lines better. But in order to get A/C, which was a top priority for us, we had to get either the XR model at a $4000 price addition, or the 'base package' for $3000 more. Add that with 7.9% financing, and you have over $100 more per month and an extra whole year of payments over the Vibe.

After having the car for over a week now, we're liking the car very much. Gave it a bath on the weekend, although it's raining today. I de-tagged it (removed the dealer sticker), attached the rear bumper protector, checked out the roof racks, and detailed/scotchguarded the interior.

I picked up a new 27" CRT TV for my sister. Had Evan with me, and was able to fit it in the car, along with him, plus leave room for all my groceries, and the front passenger seat was still empty. That TV wouldn't have fit in any other of my cars, much less leave room for anything else.

And believe it or not, it's fun to drive. Sure, you can look at the HP ratings and laugh, but don't be so quick to judge until you drive it. Sure, it's no speed demon, but it handles quite well, and is fairly zippy around down. A little sluggish on the highway, but not unbearable. It handles and corners well. And overall just 'feels' good to drive. And the gauge lighting rocks! :lol:

[RedFireUFO]

nice new addition, Shawn.. my Dad is looking for an SUV with all wheel drive, he's having a hard time choosing one.. tell us how it performs!

[sunrunner_pei]

Well, mine doesn't have AWD, so I can't be much help there. :lol: It's a difficult choice, wish him luck for me. :)

[TA^Guy]

Hmmm maybe I can have Leanne look more into a Vibe.

[sunrunner_pei]

We love it, John. Hell, I just placed an order with GrafxWerks yesterday. :lol:

I know you guys were looking into the Mazda 6. If that's more in your price range, I'd look at it first. The Vibe is great for the price, but if your budget is higher, there are better cars out there. If not, and can live with it's limitations (Lack of power being the most evedent), it's a fantastic car for the money.

[TA^Guy]

Well we aren't looking at new vehicles, the GA was our first, and maybe last brand new vehicle. IMO is a complete waste of money, only good thing is you can get exactally the options you want how you want it.

Lucky for us, RJ works at a used car dealership, so he's looking into certian vehicles for us. I might even goto a auction with him or so.

[sunrunner_pei]

Good luck, John! :) We too looked at recent used, but the interest rates from the banks made the payments as high as brand new. :(

[TA^Guy]

Originally posted by sunrunner_pei
Good luck, John! :) We too looked at recent used, but the interest rates from the banks made the payments as high as brand new. :( Our Credit Union considers any vehicle up to 3 years old a 'New Vehicle' so we get the same rates as a brand new car. Not to mention they have some of the lowest rates around. Thats why I purchased a used truck only 3 years old. Would have bought a newer one but couldn't find one with the options I needed to have for a decent price.

[sunrunner_pei]

That's nice. i got 0% on the Vibe, the banks want 9%.

[TA^Guy]

0% is nice. I think my truck was 3.1%, our GA was 1.9% brand new, but we refinaced when were purchased our house to 5.9% but it only incressed the price a few hundred over the course of 2 additional years. Which is the only reason why we still owe $3500 on it right now.