I bought a 2003 Pontiac Vibe two years ago with 145k miles for $1,400. Since then I have had zero problems until this past weekend when the starter stopped working on me. Spent the day and about $240 doing the starter, new battery, and intake plenum gasket. Car wash and detailed the inside and it's like a new car. Absolute best purchase I've ever made, and I'm still under $2,000 for it all in, exuding gas which is $30 every two weeks. Absolutely the best car money can buy.
I have a 2007. We were in a serious accident in 2022. The insurance company totaled my car. I refused to let it go even though "Tuffy" had 225,000 miles on her. She had been a fantastic car for well over ten years. The pickup is incredible. So, I had the rear wheel axle replaced so I could drive her. No one - no one - wanted to work on the body - severe damage in the rear bumper. I have finally found someone willing to swap out her bumper. This is how much I loved this car. You can't go wrong with Pontiac Vibe.
You omitted a very nice feature on this vehicle that is not available on most others and is that the rear window in the hatch can be opened independently allowing you to haul very long lumber, pipes and other materials of almost any length. I hauled some 10 foot lumber with the front and rear seats down and was able to do so with the hatch closed. With the window opened you can haul items of almost any length which the hatch still closed. You might be able to feed a kayak or 12 foot material, no problem. Also, the plastic is as good as or better than what you find in most other cars and the cloth seats wear and look good forever if you just clean them occasionally.
I'm closing in on 20 years soon of a 2004 Pontiac Vibe that I bought brand new. I agree, best car I've ever owned. Presently at 169K, never been tuned up and I just got 42 mpg on my last tank of gas. Also original exhaust, clutch and rear brakes. Its a beater now but still very reliable.
Pontiac Vibe / Toyota matrix.. one of the best cars you can buy, it's a corolla.. make sure you get the 1.8 4 cyl... avoid that 2.4..!!! And the GT 6sp.!!! Stick the automatic!! Or 5Spd They last over 300k easy.. with normal maintenance!!!
I was surprised he was pushing the 2.4 version. The 1.8 engine is the version that you want, which is the Corolla engine. I have a 2008 and it's been great. I wanted an AWD version and could not find one. I believe AWD was only available in earlier model years.
AWD was available in both the older ones and the newer ones. That's exactly why I'm looking into buying one of these cars is for the AWD. My only issue is that most of the AWD ones used the 2.4l in them I guess the older ones you could get an AWD with the smaller better engine but they were very rare I guess.
Ive owned them. Fricken Best car Ive ever had. And Ive owned so so many. Built like someone cared. Durable, fun to drive, solid engine. Incredible. 200k is not too high for a vibe at all. Met people with 400k and almost no problems. Too well built.
@@randomtallguyvlogs6756 been driving my 2005 Automatic for nearly 19 years. Doesn’t look good anymore but still runs and drives great. Besides regular maintenance, tires and gas…only had to replace a water pump and that was covered by the extended warranty. Love this car and loved my prior Grand AM, also, no problems in 5 years I owned it….promised that Pontiac to my nephew if he could give me $4,000 for a down payment on the Vibe. Wish I could still get another Pontiac…moving on to Mazda next. Know lots of satisfied drivers; one has almost 300,000 miles on his 3.
Have a 2010 vibe with 180K, replaced alternator, serpentine belt, rear brakes and rotors. Been an extremely reliable car since day one. Take care of them and they will get easily 300K miles
I'm not a car person really at all, but I did research back in 2014 and got 2005 model for a good price. I feel a bit validated watching this lol. Although also because I'm not a car person I've had to spend a lot on repairs..
I also just bought a 2005 pontiac vibe. 5spd 1zz-fe. Not sure i agree with the more reliable. The aisin auto transmissions are extremly durable if maintained. I bought the 5spd just because i prefer manual transmissions. Mine has the electric windows and cruise control. i just find those are essential for me. The pontiac vibe does have the advantage of having the plastic covers around the wheels. This really protects the car in the rust belt. You can just put a shitload of rustproofing. One thing to know is the pontiac has GM air conditioning. So the toyota does have an advantage there, Much more durable ac components. This is far from my dream car, but the low price, reliability and durability. And convenience of the size and fuel economy. Just makes it a great deal. When i wanna have fun, i take out my 1990 300Zx.
I’m happy I just bought one 9/10/23. 214k for $1,800. I was worried I had to drop the tank in order to replace the fuel pump. so glad I watched your video
I own a 2003 with 198,000. Pontiac never gets its due on these. It's not accurate as everyone says that it's a Toyota with a Pontiac badge. Pontiac came up with the concept. Sit in the driver's seat and you'll see a Pontiac design with Toyota parts. The reason I bought it was to get Toyota quality with Pontiac flair. Also Vibe is a great name, Matrix is a dull name. The secret is long out that it's as good as matrix and the prices are just as high;$3000 for 250-300,000 miles 😱
my concern about this car is getting parts, especially body parts. Are they available or do you have to got to junk yards? Will gm dealers be able to service them with original parts or will toyota? Any owners care to share their experience?
I just bought a black 05 awd for a grand. Now i need to convince the mechanic to replace some bearings instead of the whole differential😂. Will need a rear subframe in a couple years if anyone has one to sell.
What year is it I wanted a g*n metal gray I'm having a hard time finding one upstate NY MA has one in a color I didn't want but I need a car thank you. I need an autimatic.
Bought my 2004 Vibe GT 4 uears ago with only 86k miles for 4 Grand. At 142k so far, still purrs like the day i bought her. Ill get 200-250k EASILY outta this bitch lol
The only good reason to buy a Pontiac Vibe is because it's actually a ((Toyota Matrix)).. with shity✊🏾 Pontiac badges all over it.. faceit!! Pontiac Could have Never!! build a car like that if it wasn't for ((Toyota))..LOL😂🤣
@@leegnichols7501 exactly my point the only good thing about that car is because it's mechanically made by Toyota... face it Pontiac GM sucks or all American cars for that matter..LOL🤣 JDM RULES.....
I bought a 2003 Pontiac Vibe two years ago with 145k miles for $1,400. Since then I have had zero problems until this past weekend when the starter stopped working on me. Spent the day and about $240 doing the starter, new battery, and intake plenum gasket. Car wash and detailed the inside and it's like a new car. Absolute best purchase I've ever made, and I'm still under $2,000 for it all in, exuding gas which is $30 every two weeks. Absolutely the best car money can buy.
@rnt45t1 l can't find a Vibe anywhere
I have a 2007. We were in a serious accident in 2022. The insurance company totaled my car. I refused to let it go even though "Tuffy" had 225,000 miles on her. She had been a fantastic car for well over ten years. The pickup is incredible. So, I had the rear wheel axle replaced so I could drive her. No one - no one - wanted to work on the body - severe damage in the rear bumper. I have finally found someone willing to swap out her bumper. This is how much I loved this car. You can't go wrong with Pontiac Vibe.
We bought a 2005 Vibe for my wife a month ago and two weeks ago i bought myself a 2006 Vibe. Love them!
Nice! I’m glad you’re enjoying them, these cars are built to last!
You omitted a very nice feature on this vehicle that is not available on most others and is that the rear window in the hatch can be opened independently allowing you to haul very long lumber, pipes and other materials of almost any length. I hauled some 10 foot lumber with the front and rear seats down and was able to do so with the hatch closed. With the window opened you can haul items of almost any length which the hatch still closed. You might be able to feed a kayak or 12 foot material, no problem. Also, the plastic is as good as or better than what you find in most other cars and the cloth seats wear and look good forever if you just clean them occasionally.
Love the glass hatch feature, too! Plus hauls so much more than you'd ever expect
I'm closing in on 20 years soon of a 2004 Pontiac Vibe that I bought brand new. I agree, best car I've ever owned. Presently at 169K, never been tuned up and I just got 42 mpg on my last tank of gas. Also original exhaust, clutch and rear brakes. Its a beater now but still very reliable.
Pontiac Vibe / Toyota matrix.. one of the best cars you can buy, it's a corolla.. make sure you get the 1.8 4 cyl... avoid that 2.4..!!! And the GT 6sp.!!!
Stick the automatic!! Or 5Spd
They last over 300k easy.. with normal maintenance!!!
I was surprised he was pushing the 2.4 version. The 1.8 engine is the version that you want, which is the Corolla engine.
I have a 2008 and it's been great. I wanted an AWD version and could not find one. I believe AWD was only available in earlier model years.
AWD was available in both the older ones and the newer ones. That's exactly why I'm looking into buying one of these cars is for the AWD. My only issue is that most of the AWD ones used the 2.4l in them I guess the older ones you could get an AWD with the smaller better engine but they were very rare I guess.
Ive owned them. Fricken Best car Ive ever had. And Ive owned so so many. Built like someone cared. Durable, fun to drive, solid engine. Incredible. 200k is not too high for a vibe at all. Met people with 400k and almost no problems. Too well built.
Facts. These little cars were built perfectly. Super reliable 💯
@@randomtallguyvlogs6756 been driving my 2005 Automatic for nearly 19 years. Doesn’t look good anymore but still runs and drives great. Besides regular maintenance, tires and gas…only had to replace a water pump and that was covered by the extended warranty. Love this car and loved my prior Grand AM, also, no problems in 5 years I owned it….promised that Pontiac to my nephew if he could give me $4,000 for a down payment on the Vibe. Wish I could still get another Pontiac…moving on to Mazda next. Know lots of satisfied drivers; one has almost 300,000 miles on his 3.
After 299,999 miles, how do you keep track of your mileage?.. these things last forever!!!
@@quackywaddleyou can get a Toyota hatchback, which is what the Pontiac Vibe is.
Because it was built by Toyota.
As a person who grew up in the mid 2000's, the interior of this car is nostalgic.
Have a 2010 vibe with 180K, replaced alternator, serpentine belt, rear brakes and rotors. Been an extremely reliable car since day one. Take care of them and they will get easily 300K miles
my toyota matrix died before the vibe lol
I bought one this summer. It runs pretty good. Perfect car for going to work.
I'm not a car person really at all, but I did research back in 2014 and got 2005 model for a good price. I feel a bit validated watching this lol. Although also because I'm not a car person I've had to spend a lot on repairs..
(but even with my repair costs over the past 10 years, I probably have only put like $18,000 into the car total... Seems pretty good for 10 years)
I also just bought a 2005 pontiac vibe. 5spd 1zz-fe. Not sure i agree with the more reliable. The aisin auto transmissions are extremly durable if maintained. I bought the 5spd just because i prefer manual transmissions.
Mine has the electric windows and cruise control. i just find those are essential for me.
The pontiac vibe does have the advantage of having the plastic covers around the wheels. This really protects the car in the rust belt. You can just put a shitload of rustproofing.
One thing to know is the pontiac has GM air conditioning. So the toyota does have an advantage there, Much more durable ac components.
This is far from my dream car, but the low price, reliability and durability. And convenience of the size and fuel economy. Just makes it a great deal.
When i wanna have fun, i take out my 1990 300Zx.
I've got three of em in our family. Best cars ever.
Yeah I'm looking to try to find one as well good deal a treasure a lot of people don't know.
P.S. Good job on your car looks Good 👍
I have a 2008 Vibe. It has 190k and still runs great! Body and interior have held up, too. I trust it more than my 2020 SUV!
About to look at a 2005 vibe tomorrow with 78k he wants a little bit over4
Thanks for making this video I own one and I didn't know about the hidden storage in the trunk!
I bought a 2009 with only 57k miles from some old lady. So far so good. Only complaint is that I wished it was awd version.
I’m happy I just bought one 9/10/23. 214k for $1,800. I was worried I had to drop the tank in order to replace the fuel pump. so glad I watched your video
Thanks a million. I will make the purchase. 11/25/2022
How did your purchase go?
This seems to be very scarce in recent times
@@EMENIKEP I snagged a 05 160k miles for 4200.
New to your channel love the info. How did u fix the paint fading?
I usually rub compound and then wax it or buff it out
2009 Vibe GT- 240,000 miles. Burns oil however runs strong. 5 speed
09 AWD version here, 165k and it burns mad oil but one of the best cars I've ever had.
If you don't like the look of these cars do you like the look of the Toyota Matrix ?
Bought mine new in 2003. Still driving it. 145000km, drives like new. Watch for rust under the rear glass hatch
Just got an 05 for my son's graduation present.
I own a 2003 with 198,000. Pontiac never gets its due on these. It's not accurate as everyone says that it's a Toyota with a Pontiac badge. Pontiac came up with the concept. Sit in the driver's seat and you'll see a Pontiac design with Toyota parts. The reason I bought it was to get Toyota quality with Pontiac flair. Also Vibe is a great name, Matrix is a dull name. The secret is long out that it's as good as matrix and the prices are just as high;$3000 for 250-300,000 miles 😱
What product did u use on the faded bumper?
my concern about this car is getting parts, especially body parts. Are they available or do you have to got to junk yards? Will gm dealers be able to service them with original parts or will toyota? Any owners care to share their experience?
I just bought a black 05 awd for a grand. Now i need to convince the mechanic to replace some bearings instead of the whole differential😂. Will need a rear subframe in a couple years if anyone has one to sell.
Anyone knows what’s the screen stereos model?
Just bought a 2004 with 68k miles. Amazing car. All you need for the price and the reliability.
I hope you bought it. My Vibe has 235,000 miles on her right now. She is still going strong.
The radio and gauge clusters are Pontiac
Fold flat front seat also
Hey I gave a 2004 gray pontiac vibe great shape a second with 94k miles for sale 2kcash
You nuts.. lol
where at?
Illinois usa its for sale 1300 cash clean title
I bought one for 800usd with 320 000km and I’m in love with it
Is that a 2009?
@@nuhu7354 2005
@@nuhu7354 nope 05
Thinking about buying a Pontiac vibe thoughts 🤔 Never had one before?
Highly recommend them, they are cheap, reliable, and easy to fix and parts are everywhere. extremely good on gas as well
"Cheap plastics" have you seen the new vehicles?
I have a 06 and just hit 80k miles
Mines almost at 36k
What year is it I wanted a g*n metal gray I'm having a hard time finding one upstate NY MA has one in a color I didn't want but I need a car thank you. I need an autimatic.
The car in the video is from 2008. I'm surprised you can't find a grey one; I thought that was the most common color for these cars.
At this stage, maintenance is what is really important.
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Bought my 2004 Vibe GT 4 uears ago with only 86k miles for 4 Grand.
At 142k so far, still purrs like the day i bought her. Ill get 200-250k EASILY outta this bitch lol
The car is just so... Ugly like omg.. but its so reliable yo. The Updates you made are legit im doing that. Thanks man
It is cute. You just have to be a dork.
@@LouieBeethoven I have grown to see only beauty. I have had it for 8 months now! I love my Vibe
Some feel the same about the ECHO
@@zythr9999 I love my car so much right now. I can’t believe I ever thought it was ugly, it’s different in person
@@Chancel388 That's good to see!! I hope you get many years and miles out of your "ugly" car :}
The only good reason to buy a Pontiac Vibe is because it's actually a ((Toyota Matrix)).. with shity✊🏾 Pontiac badges all over it.. faceit!! Pontiac Could have Never!! build a car like that if it wasn't for ((Toyota))..LOL😂🤣
Actually the concept was by Pontiac. It's a Toyota mechanically but a Pontiac by style.
@@leegnichols7501 exactly my point the only good thing about that car is because it's mechanically made by Toyota... face it Pontiac GM sucks or all American cars for that matter..LOL🤣 JDM RULES.....
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