ImUrOBGYN Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 So, in the quest to find a reliable, utilitarian, good on gas but still something not completely soul crushing I came upon this for a about 2k cheaper than I could find one anywhere. 2003 Pontiac Vibe GT. It's the basically a reskinned Toyota Matrix XRS. They were made for 3 years with the 180hp, 1.8L and 6speed from the Celica GTS. This also came with firmer springs and shocks, stiffer control-arm bushings, thicker anti-roll bars, and standard ABS on four disc brakes bearing Akebono calipers. It's suprisingly roomy as even I can sit in the back seat. It has an incredible amount of utility. So many cubby spaces and storage. Even a couple a/c plugs. So far, I'm averaging 30mpg, however I haven't been running in lift all the time either. It's not a blazing rocket, but running it thru lift and to it's 8200rpm rev limit could become all too addicting. Here are a couple pics from the 'nets. These are not pics of my actual car. Haven't had a chance to snap some pics, yet. It's in incredible shape, though; both inside and out. No plate on the front of mine or holes. Looks so much better without the plate. Already debated with the gf about it. lol Click for larger pics. http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k58/ImUrOBGYN/th_2003PontiacVibeGT_zps5b0c47b4.jpg http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k58/ImUrOBGYN/th_2003PontiacVibeGTInterior_zps65f6ade7.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossle Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Love those 2ZZ motors, not the neatest car, but not many people know about being able to get that motor/trans combo in a vibe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan9381 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 buddy of mine that i ride with has one. i haven't ridden in it, but he said for what it is, it's a decent car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Glad you got the GT w/ the 6 speed. Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xyster101 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Good pick up. Nothing exciting, but you can haul a lot of stuff in that hatch. Friend of mine has 180k miles on his and it is still going strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Nice MS3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRTurbo04 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 What cha wanna do against the accord? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motozachl Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Always wanted one of these. Great pickup IMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6 Speed S4 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 Nice, makes me miss my celica GT-S with the 6 speed and 2ZZ motor. Was a great car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleguy Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 Congrats buddy! Be sure to give props to your friend Norm too since he suggested it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 It's ugly. :thumbup: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewtoys Posted May 29, 2013 Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 Do those suffer cam lobe wiping like the Elise's? If so pull that valve cover off and check, under a 300$ fix for the new cam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImUrOBGYN Posted May 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2013 Do those suffer cam lobe wiping like the Elise's? If so pull that valve cover off and check, under a 300$ fix for the new cam Not an issue that I am aware of though they can wear the lift bolts which is a $100 fix. This car seems at this point, though. The only thing that's really needed fixing is one of the front struts could be replaced and the tires, which were replaced yesterday. The only thing on the inside that doesnt work properly is also the only GM sourced part... the radio. No biggie, though. I pushed on dem buttons real hard like once and now theys works normally. I'll check into that, though. Thanks for the heads up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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