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Docholiday writes:
2003 Pontiac Vibe GT Review
ProsFun car to drive good mpg Consroad noise is a bit loud, a bit light in the wind 
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Fun Fun Fun — Performance is great I drove it like a typical US car until I read that the power curve Starts at 6000 rpm+ red lines at 8200. WOW what a difference. the car is light and sporty. 28-40 mpg is the range I have gotten from my GT. I run full sythetic oil in the engine and transmission, trans axle, K&N Filter,You can put an AMAZING amount of stuff in this car. 110volt inside plug in, passenger seat folds forward to supply you with a table. it's a bit light in the wind and on snow But I live in SD where we have high wind & cold & Snow. Primary Use: Commuting to work
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Todd writes:
2003 Pontiac Vibe GT Review
ProsVery roomy interior, very good ride, functionality is a plus(household 110V plug in dash), VERY peppy performance, Toyota drivetrain. ConsPremium unleaded required.
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My Pontiac Vibe Gt — I don't think that the previous owner knew how to drive a m/t, because I had to replace the clutch at 59K miles. To the tune of almost $1000. Also, my starter will occasionaly grind. I know what it will eventually cost. Great stereo, stock 16" rims, upgraded to Kumho KH16 tires, removed the roof rack's crossbars to help fuel economy, purchased genuine Pontiac all-weather rubber floormats. Car is lava(red) with graphite(black) interior. | ||
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Steve writes:
2003 Pontiac Vibe Base Review
ProsGreat gas milage, good lucks, 115 V outlet, fun to drive ConsRoad noise, a little rough ride
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Amazing Ride — I paid cash for the car a little over a year ago and I have had nothing but good luck with it. I bought the car with a little over 130,000 miles on it and it know has 160,000. Short of putting 2 sets of tires on it and a set of brakes, and wheel bearing, this car has been a ground pounder. It starts every time, its been to arkansas 5 times in the last year and even did a run to Destin, Florida. Even with the motors I have no problems jumping in it and going where ever with it. The reason for this is the bullet proof toyota motor transmission thats in it. What a great car....I would buy another one. | ||
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Bluflamm75 writes:
2003 Pontiac Vibe Base AWD Review
ProsGreat space and good on gas ConsHeadlights draining battery
35
It Does Well Until The Temperature Drops. — I love my car, but it dies in the middle of the night because the lights come on when the temperature drops. It is great on gas and sits very well.It has enough room for me, my husband and our two children with room to spare. I would be completely satisfied if not for this one problem....but it is an annoying problem. Owner for 0 years, 5 months Miles Driven per Year:10,000 | ||
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argardin writes:
2003 Pontiac Vibe Base Review
ProsGas Mileage, Comfort, versatility. Consreliability.
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Was A Great Car... Until Now-update — I have 70,000 miles on my 2003 vibe and until now it has been a great little car and has driven me across the country several times. However the transmission is going out. There are bearings going and I am replacing the transmission. A manual transmission failing at 70,000 miles is unacceptable. So as long as this holds up I am planning to drive this little car for a long time. The car now has 130,000 miles and no problems. I change the oil and drive. Since changing the transmission which was a major repair the car has been great. I use this car for everything, it has carried a few hundred pounds of wood on the roof and filled the back with bags of mulch. It just keeps starting in the morning. Owner for 5 years, 0 months Miles Driven per Year:14,000 | ||
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Boomer73 writes:
2003 Pontiac Vibe GT Review
ProsPerformance, mileage, style, room, handling, ride ConsAn annoying exhaust leak at the front exhaust down pipe seal...radar magnet...Heheh
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Amazing Little Go Getter Vehicle! — I love my Vibe GT. When we had our daughter, my wife's Acura Integra 2 dr. wasn't going to get us around easily so we decided to trade it in and knowing that the Vibe was really a Matrix (Toyota Corolla platform vehicle) was a good deal as far as quality, reliability, gas mileage and price. Bonuses of course were the room, versatility, style and last but by no means least performance. Later on down the road my own vehicle (2000 Neon POS) was thankfully written off and the GMC Safari that followed only lasted a year in my ownership due to gas mileage, commuting sense etc. that I went out and got my own Pontiac Vibe GT. Now our family has 2 and were are a Vibe Family. I can't say enough about this car! I look forward to a long standing and caring ownership of both cars. Owner for 4 years, 0 months Miles Driven per Year:20,000 | ||
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jsmithereen writes:
2003 Pontiac Vibe Base Review
Prosreally a nice family, multi purpose car, simple, reliable, cute. ConsNot a sports car. 
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I Love My Vibe. — I love my Vibe. Really a nice family, multi purpose car, simple, reliable, cute. Great Cargo space, with both back seats you can bring down, then you geta nice big and flat space , for example furniture, guitar amps and drums. Low on Gas. But its not a sports car. Though there is this button you can press when you feel a little more "wild". Forgot the name. Sort of like a "Turbo" feel to it. LOL. Over Charge I think. Neat. I'd buy another one exactly the same. Serious. I wonder why they stopped Production. Same as the Toyota Matrix. I guess that's why. And the Economy Crash we experienced. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Alex writes:
2003 Pontiac Vibe GT Review
ProsSurprisingly quick, sleeper look! ConsNone, no problems at all!
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Fast And Lots Of Room To Haul! — It is really a sports car in disguise, very quick acceleration and great handling, will run up to 135 no problem and the 6speed tranny really saves gas, 34+mpg! I like to challenge guys in built up hondas or other tuner cars, they think I'm crazy until I blow their doors off! 180hp stock! Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Tyrell writes:
2003 Pontiac Vibe GT Review
ProsVery fun to drive. ConsNone.
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Rated At The Top Of The List By Consumer Report Magazine. — I love the peppiness of the GT. 180 HP out of a 1.8L that's impressive! Hugs the corners and it's very responsive. Braking is incredible and you can put alot of miles on them. Gas mileage is in the high 30's if you baby it. Primary Use: Commuting to work |
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