PONTIAC VIBE best high mileage used car buy? from a mechanics standpoint Toyota matrix
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4 years ago bought a 2005 vibe with 250,000 on it for $500. I've put just over $1000 in parts over the 4 years and it's got just shy of 400,000 on it now. Best car money can buy
Man, that's impressive for a vibe. Ours is at 156,000 . any tips on what to look out for in terms of future repair likely needed? Or, if fixing one repair, go ahead and change, replace something else as preventive...
I bought an '03 Vibe in '08 and it's still going strong in '22. The only major repairs in 14 yrs, new alternator and starter. I've also recently had the front suspension replaced because 10+ yrs on a dirt road takes it's toll. I love my Vibe!
great car
@@mikesrandomvideos but not as cool as your Ruthmann single cab.
Replaced alternator and starter on my 2003 in about 2010. They still worked but bearings were making noise. Sway bar bushings replaced in 2023
We bought a 2004 Vibe in 2012 that had 70k miles on it. It is still my daily driver now with 256k miles and no major issues in all that time. Just brakes and oil changes. Gonna drive mine till the wheels fall off.
Don't forget the tranny fluid and engine coolant.
Can't ignore if you want 500,000 😉
Just bought a used 2006 Vibe from private and only owner with 144,000 miles. Has some paint issues on the roof and few minor scratches and dings, but hey, Florida can reek hell on any cars finish down here. Runs like a charm, and I just put a new media center in it with rear backup camera. Only paid $3200 cash! Love the Vibe! (y)
I have a 2003 Pontiac Vibe and I love my car so much! It’s so quiet and strong, it’s almost 200 thousand miles and I’m happy to hear it can last much more. I take a very good care and it can take me everywhere 💜
I hav 198k on mine and runs fantastic! Cant wait to hit 200k, wil be the only car I own to hit it. I owned some Euro trash before and glad i bought this. Lovin that Vibe. 👍👍
I bought a 2009 Pontiac Vibe 5 years ago for $3200. I immediately changed tires and spark plugs. I've always kept up with oil changes and it's been a great buy for me. I drive less than 5,000 miles per year. The car was passed over on the car lot, I guess, because so little is known about the Pontiac Vibe. It's a hidden gem of a car.
'06 Matrix XR bought 2005 new. Will be 19 years old in September. 73K miles; 1800cc engine with automatic. Live in Chicago, so new exhaust 2 years ago and extensive front end work last year (city streets are brutal). The car is a treasure. I am 76 years old, and it may outlive me!
They ain't the prettiest but man are they well-built. Crazy amount of room inside to haul stuff, good mileage, and (best of all) EASY to work on yourself. GM really f'd up dropping the Pontiac line when they had an active partnership with Toyota that could have been leveraged for years longer. Regarding AWD, the most common issue is leaks with the shaft seals around 90K, but as you said with regular oil changes and other routine maintenance these can get a lot of miles.
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I have a 2005 Pontiac Vibe 5 speed and absolutely love it.
I Drive as a Courier in Minnesota, and Absolutely think the Pontiac Vibe is the Best car. I have owned 4 Vibes...My 1st 2007 made it to 400,000 miles ( and the new owner has 460,000) with 6,000 mile Mobil 1 Synthetic oil change intervals. I am currently at 298,000 on my 2005 Vibe and have another with 91,000 miles waiting as a backup car. All 3 have their Original exhausts!
Can't say enough about these cars!!❤
Love mine. I have a first gen 2008 in silver. Got it two years ago with 93 thousand on her, got nearly 100,000 on her so far and going strong. Best car I've ever had - hands down.
I'm trying to find a good used small suv and I just found a 2009 vibe with 127,000 miles asking price 6,500 do u think its a good deal if well maintained? The Toyota rav4 with similar year n miles r double the price and I don't want to spend that much but also don't want to buy something that's not reliable and I know the Toyota is a very reliable vehicle. ...
I bought mine in 2014 with 170k on it, and it's up to ~285k now. Still running great. Paint is rapidly leaving, but not such a big deal in the desert. It's needed the struts/shocks replaced a couple times, the cruise control switch broke but was easy to replace myself, and the mass flow sensor got dirty but seems to be fine after being cleaned off. I don't recall much else, just parts that sometimes wear out as it gets this many miles, but no sign of any transmission problems or anything. So happy with it.
get some 320 sand paper and some Transtar 3 in 1 primer in a spray can sand it down really good and prime the areas that are flaking. take it to Maaco and get a cheap respray. Worth it on one of these. Will keep driving for a long time if you keep synthetic oil in it.
Bought a 2007 with 60,000 miles in 2014. Your comment about using it as a work truck hit home. My wife is a realtor and I use “Scooter” for hauling furniture, real estate signage and trash. Also carry handyman tools and supplies. Now have 150,000 miles and still going strong.
The pontiac has a nicer interior than the Matrix and up to 2009 the Vibe had a roof rack standard as well as fog lights. My son has about 250000 miles on the 08 Vibe that I bought new. No problems, although I had the clutch changed at 150000 before I gave it to him as he was heading out west from Maine.
One other thing; the vibe also has a standard household 110v plug in the console, while toyota deleted this for some reason (although the spot for it is still there)
Great video, especially as I've been researching them lately and it was sounding like they were underrated and your video had lots of details, so keep up the good work!
I've had mine 12 years. It is the BEST car I've ever owned. It was rear-ended and the insurance company totaled it. I bought it back for $350 and am going to fix it. That's how much I LOVE the car.
I just picked up mine....2004...123,000 miles $2200....I love filling up the tank! In my truck..15 miles/gal...I fill 2x a week..$50-60😵😵😵.....NOW in the Vibe....300 miles/10 gal...winner!!!!
2005 Base w/5 spd in Silver. Bought it new with 12 miles on the odo. It now just turned 200,000 mi. I've only done regular maintenance, and that includes brakes, shocks, and springs. Garage kept, driven in winters for a decade, and now its semi- retired. I could not sell this car...although came close once. It fits my life style. I'm converting it into a mild camping/fishing vehicle with raised bed, storage, grill, etc for the summer months here in Michigan.
For a daily driver, I bought a 2013 Volt new. Used primarily on electric. At 75,000 miles I got scared of the horror stories with this car breaking down and or being bricked! I traded it in for a 2020 Corolla Hybrid.
Can't go wrong with Toyota. My Hybrid now has 60,000 mi on it, and gets 55-60 mpg.
Oh, I still got that Vibe. I may trade it in for the Corolla Cross once they come out with a TRD off road package for it
I am thinking same about the Cross
We bought new back in 2005. Still own the car .. 16 years old w/ 88,000 miles. No major repairs and it runs great and still looks good too. Same color as the one in your video.
not even broke in yet. Keep name brand synthetic oil in it and it should last for years. No newer car is any better than that one.
I bought a roughly maintained 2004 Vibe for $500. A couple of oil changes later and a total transmission flush using Toyota trans fluid and the thing runs new. 173,000 when I got it and I'm taking it to 300,000. Incredilble car.
I'm hoping to find almost as amazing a deal as that for my budget and driving need.
I got a awd for 600 few minor things and i got it for a beater and the thing has less miles then my camry it runs just like a toyota
My dad and grandparents were big Pontiac people. If I were in the market for a used car, the fact that a used Toyota Matrix is badged as a Pontiac would be the icing in the cake. Would love to have one.
still running strong.
Mahalo for this random video! I’m looking at one right now, 2005, 167,000 miles... have been doing lots of research on it. Seems like I should just do it! My daily right now is a 2004 RAV4 which I love..but I’d like to car camp and love the way the vibe seats collapse! Haven’t really seen many bad reviews and Ive read hundreds so far 😂 much aloha! 🌈🌺
Just bought an 06 matrix 5 spd yesterday for $3200 cdn in immaculate condition with 303,000 kms on it. It still got 37 mpg on the 350 km drive home which included over an hour in stop and go traffic where i never went faster than 30 kms.
This is my 2nd one as my first was an 07 vibe.
It's the perfect all around vehicle you can buy and self maintain and not go broke.
I own a 2007 Vibe that a absolutely adore and coincidently enough I installed the same aftermarket JVC head unit in mine a few years ago. Great upgrade over the OEM unit.
I have a 2005 5speed and I love it!
Got an 06 matrix..225k...no issues..
Had an 04 Vibe with 180k...got totaled..got rear ended by drunk driver...
Gonna go pick up a used 08 Vibe with 245k...runs mint and was all highway..for $1600..
Awesome Cars...and like you said..these are Toyota's and make sure they have the 1.8 4cyl...last forever if they were taken car off..easy 299k miles..on these...
I brought one today 2004 vibe with 120k miles for 1700$
Front wheel drive and Parking-Brake turns in the snow and ice all winter!
It's also the fun way to correct understeer when you don't wanna slow down.
I have a 2006 Pontiac Vibe. It's the one with everything on it. Bought it pretty much brand new from a guy who won it in a golf tournament back in the same year, 2006. This is an AWESOME vehicle, but I want folks t be aware of the transmission issues. I had to replace mine at 80,000 miles. Had to replace the A/C at 65,000 miles. Granted, this is 2021, so you can do the math. Things fall apart when they start getting older. I'm now looking at a 2009 awd sport. It has 128,000 miles on it, and when compared to similar cars, I'm getting it for about $4,500. It has a sun roof, 2.4l engine, comes with both snow tires and all weather tires. Has tire pressure information. Has more than the 2005, like blue tooth and such. Not that this really matters to us. So, I've researched a lot of other cars, along with prices, This little gem is truly underrated. Do your research if you're looking into one. Make sure you have it inspected, as this and any other car truly is what the previous owner(s) have done to it. Well worth the work of researching!
Mustve been a Lemon. This is a Toyota make w a bulletproof transmission. I hav 200k on mine, not one major issue.
U wil notice also HUGE TH-camrs- Scotty Kilmer and also Ratchets n Wrenches own one themselves too. Thers a reason for that.
I had a new 2004 manual transmission. Great fun car.
Even put a real working hood scoop.
Too bad the AWD wasn’t available in manual.
I went to a Murano after this.
The 03-04 didn’t have side airbags standard. The 05+ had them standard. Something I’d keep in mind.
2003 -2008 is what to look for. Beware of the other years; they aren't Corolla's underneath.
Got one! 05 AWD. It’s awesome!
Bought my one owner 09 Vibe with 75000 miles in March 2018 for $5500.00. Original list was 22,560.00. It has the sun&sound pkg.$1,285.00 preferred pkg.$1,070.00, Auto trans.$1,050.00, A/C with rear ducts $950.00,17 in. aluminum wheels $545.00, Roof luggage rack w/cross bars $395.00,and fog lamps $135.00. Window sticker says 21 city MPG and 20 highway and it gets that and most times more. It now has 113,000 trouble free miles. I do have to keep a eye on the oil usage these 2.4L engines have but its not that big a problem. One quart between oil changes is not that bad . New tires and wiper blades , filters and a bulb is the only thing I replaced. Great car!
Mine’s a 2009 Pontiac vibe 2.4 Letre engine 211000klm and still going love it
My family has had 3 vibes. Absolutely the best cars we've had. The 03 w/AWD could swim in the snow, I would go right by car that were myered down.i know truck people that would testify the same. Draw back was the awd was SLOW. (My 88 gti was also great with a smile on your face).
Mine has around 350k. Have only done basic maintenance on it. Just got back from a 1300+ mile round trip while towing a 14ft boat and hundreds of pounds of gear. Car is an absolute beast made for the marathon.
Now that is impressive.
What ! Really ? I’m thinking about getting one with 172000 miles for 2500
@@brittanywashington407 For real. It's a 2005.
@@CEOAirsoft the one I’m looking at is also a 2005 I was scared about getting it because of the miles but it seems like a good car . Just in the last people usually sell crappy cars and then you can’t get your money back
@@brittanywashington407 I'm not much of a car guy. I can only speak for my car but I've met several people who spark up a conversation about my Vibe and they've all said that they run forever. If the car is in good condition, I'm sure it will last you a long time at 172k
Great little car that is under appreciated for its economy and utility. I purchased a 2005 Vibe used form the original owner 5 years ago and its been more reliable than any new car I purchased in the past. Drive that thing up and down the east coast with no issues. Only complaint I have is peeling paint. Currently 155,000 miles and running strong.
I just bought a 2004 vibe with 270,000 alot of miles I bought it cuz I liked the way it drove i do have to fix up a few minor things on it, any opinions or Advice you can give on this high mileage vibe?
@@hakeemfb3
Keep the tranny fluid pink.
With that kind of miles do not let a mechanic or shop do a flush which they will because they want the $170.00 bucks to do it. A flush could harm it although they are a tough tyranny.
I recommend a spill and fill every 40,000 miles.
Pull the tranny plug and let drain, measure the approx amt. And replace with new Toyota tranny fluid, take it for a spin then check the level, ad more if needed.
Cost $30.
Keep it Pink I always say.
@@paulcoenen7918 mahalo for the advice. I’m pondering buying one this week..used. I’ve been researching them a lot and many say synthetic oil is best? Synthetic tranny fluid? Is there such a thing? 🤷♀️ I’d really love to learn how to work on it if I buy it. Much aloha! 🌈🌺
Cool. I have over 208,000 miles on my 2006 Matrix 4WD. I do all the maintenance and most repairs (except the 4WD stuff) and it runs like new-almost. Also, note that the 4WD model has additional expensive parts that can go wrong with it, so I would recommend FWD unless you really need 4WD. The XRS models have the 2.4L 2ZZ-GE with a Yamaha designed head.
Hi Mike. I bought a 2010 GT with a 5 speed. It's been an awesome car with great mileage. I'm getting an average of 330 miles from a full tank of gas. Pontiac, Saturn and all medium duty GM trucks had to close because of the government bailout in 2009. Essentially the Vibe IS a Toyota. All I've done to this one is LOF, plugs and tighten the leaking valve cover. I've been driving it daily for over a year so far. It has 263,000 on it and is going strong. Oh.. a common problem is an O2 sensor. So my check engine and all traction control warning lights are on. Yes; Toyota's give you the sense that you have a bad wheel sensor when it's an O2 sensor. My 08 Avalon did the same thing.
looking at a 2010 vibe with the newer body style pretty soon. I like how the seats fold down and could be used like a mini van. will look at a matrix with a tad lower miles but they seem like nice lil cars.
The back seats drops down to flat to accommodate lots of cargo space. I buy a 5-6 foot Christmas tree and able fit … well a little extension to the front seats lol. 2009 model were last body upgrade.
@@iashakezula yup, they started building new style middle of 2008, last year for Pontiac was 2009
My 2005 Vibe base automatic has 235k+ miles. Beyond mechanical reliability the car is just simply tough. It's gone into the ditch. It's hit a deer and yet the body is still straight and true. There's no alignment issues and I was able to repair the deer hit myself with hood and front bumper assembly from salvage yard. A daily driver to this day. Cargo capacity is phenomenal. I'll never forget being at home Depot loading 2x4x8s into the back of my Pontiac vibe up to the front with the front seat laid down flat while some guys beside me couldn't fit the same product into their Ford sport Trac pickup lol. Only pet peeve I have is the window regulator on my driver's side front, which is of course the most heavily used, but the control arms have pulled off of the window twice. Now in the life of the car. These windows are fully wrapped by the door sheet metal so you have grooves on the side as well as the top for waterproofing and ceiling as well as interior next year plastic rubber trim along the horizontal of the window and I guess over time it just gets harder and harder to pull it down actually through the grooves which caused it to pull off of the arms
Just picked up an 06. Wife used to have a Matrix. This is a grown up matrix lol!
LOVE MY 2005 with 237k miles going strong. Just replaced the CAT to pass smog but it will go for years to come.
I still got my White base automatic 2009 model back in late 2008 , everything is great except The sensors are going nuts after I fixed my sensor when the smog check keeps failing.It’s basically a Matrix except the engine.Been doing diligent maintenance on it. Driving it from home to work . I will retire it when I retire lol
I have owned 3 Vibes, 1- 2003, and 2 - 2005s. All were reliable. The last one I bought at $2k with 200Kmi sold it running great at just under 300K. One was rolled. It protected my son who was able to walk away with no scratches. I changed 2 doors, fixed the rear quarter panel, and replaced the front and the rear suspension. After, Firestone did the alignment with no issues and it is still on the road today. My kids drive them, I know they are reliable, safe, and practical for moving, camping, shopping, sleeping. Mileage 28 to 33mpg. My first one obtained a consistent 27mpg with a small 4 X 8 trailer in tow. I do not know of too many pickups with an 4 X 8' bed that can sit 5 people, plus storage and get near 30 mpg. They are not the most comfortable or quiet riding. They are not the fastest, but they hold up. I still have yet to see any Vibe with torn seats under normal use, 19 years later.
Expect - these cars are super easy to work on. Worst thing to repair is the front hub bearing. Change the radiator at 180K. Secret I found, Do not open the door part way and lower the front windows. the glass will explode. 05 and up were modified. Door stop needs to be grinded down. Toughest part of getting rid of a Vibe is finding a comparable replacement without spending a bunch of cash.
I got my 05 Automatic, 2/14/22 106k. It needed/needs lots of work. Did the major, rear brake locking up due to springs not put back on correctly, interior was filthy, paid to have it detailed, still working on it but driving it instead of my 02 F250 7.3 diesel 15mpg.
Paid $2350 for her and getting 27-30mpg. For that I don't mind putting a little elbow grease into it to make it last.
Just bought a 2006 fwd vibe with 211k mi today for my granddaughter for $2300. Good shape, maintained and the motor purrs like a kitten. What really impressed me in my research was the 97% combined 4 and 5 star rating owners gave to this vehicle. Hoping she has the same success with her "new first ride" as others here have had.
Got the same exact car as er your video. Even the color is the same. I bought it new early 2005. The price was great as I got to deduct $3500 from the bottom line by using my GM credit card dollars. The car has been great . It currently has just over 100000 miles and has been very dependable and reliable. Besides wear items such as tires, batteries and brake pads there have been very few instances needing repairs. All of the repairs I was able to do myself. The tires last around 45-50 thousand miles. The battery lasts 5 to 6 years, I use the cheapest wal mart batteries. The brake pads lasted around 75000 miles. Other repairs include : 1. Mass air flow sensor (caused lean code to trigger) cost was $40.00 for the oem part. 2. Starter failed just recently and I replaced it with rebuilt starter with lifetime warranty for $120. I also had a light go out in the radio. Just went online and got and used replacement for $50. I also put some custom wheels and tires on the car, to sharpen up the appearance. I also have a trailer hitch and tow small utility trailer with it occasion. Trailer weight is around 1000 pounds and it has no issue with it. Gas mileage is around 31 mpg highway (70+ mph) and around 26 mpg city (with air on). You are right these are great cars, I knew about them when they first came out and got one at first need for new car. There is another car that did the same thing earlier, it was the GEO Prizm. My mother in law had one and it too was a great little car. Hope the Vibe serves you well, They are indeed a hidden gem.
These cars are fantastic. I bought mine with just over 100k for 1400 a year ago because it needed a clutch. After I installed the new clutch and added in a nice stereo with apple car play and I have the best commuter car. The thing I did not expect when I purchased it is how fun it is to drive. I have least than 2000 bucks in it and it runs and drives like new. 250k to 300k no problem. Everyone I have met that has owned one loves them.
I have a 2004 Pontiac vibe and it has 176000 miles on it and I have owned for 3yrs and no problems and I drive it every day and I would recommend these cars to anyone
I just bought an '06 for $300, in Indiana. Yesterday! It has 270,000 miles, with the 1.8 Liter. Runs perfect, and blows super cold air. Been sitting for two years! So, today! I'm changing oil to full synthetic, and changing transmission filter, and fluid. And, ready to go.
I have a 2005 Vibe that I brought brand new, it now has 200,000 mikes, been using synthetic oil. Love the car, ever a problem.
Just got in 2021 105xxxmiles. Let's see I am looking to go well over 200xxx gona be my maul for winter, maybe all 4 seasons to come. Might just have to update a little. Paint, radio, ect. Just have to make sure the hearts okay before all that extra. All that don't matter if the car no operating correctly
I had a 2003 Vibe and currently have a 2007 that has over 197,000 and runs like a top. These are great little cars, and some may not know 03 to 08 can interchange pretty much entirely. An 08 nose clip can match up to the 03. Fenders and headlights are all the same. 2009 made a drastic change. Now though the engine can be found in the Matrix, Carolla, and Camry, but I have seen some evidence supporting that the transmission is manufactured by NUMMI which I've read was designed to be use by GM to pair up with Japaneses autos. I'm still researching on these things so don't quote me, but I'd recommend this car to any first timers. You can usually get a little better deal with the Vibe over the Matrix because it carries the "American car" name and stigma though you're basically getting the same car. Excellent condition tops out in value about $5000, so don't let crooked dealerships tell you different. I've been researching and following these cars for the past almost 6 years. My 07 is immaculate inside and out, and got it $4500 out the door with 189,000 on it.
Had two. The best car Ive ever owned period. Its solid as granite, runs forever and keeps kicking. Mine is 285k and flawless
Just bought my son a 2006 with only 89,000 miles on it. Everything we read about them was so good.
Excellent choice👍... in many places overseas (middle east Africa central America) people routinely drive corollas for over half a million miles!
I sold my 07 a few months ago, thankfully to a friend who is taking good care of it (I did basic maintenance but had kinda let it go aesthetically, paint looked horrible and lots of little things broken throughout) and I already regret it. Wanted a pickup truck, bought a 2013 Honda Ridgeline from my grandpa and it's really nice but it gets horrible gas mileage and feels kinda excessive and unnecessary for my purposes. The vibe was my car, I miss it!!
yea that vibe gets great MPG for a mini van back thing like that.
Just bought a 2008 Vibe with 54,000 for $5,500. It's in like new condition. I drive 90 miles a day to work, so it's going to be perfect for me.
deal they get good gas mileage too. cant loose at that.
Light bulbs are different as well. Vibes are dual full filament and the matrix has 2 separate single filament bulbs
Just bought a 2007 with over 200,000 miles for $3,000. Could have got a cheaper but it was the best 3000 I ever spent. Wife drives it now it's going to my 15 year old next.
Bought a used 2004 vibe in October 2021 for a DD. Had 237000 miles, currently has 253000 miles. Haven't had a single problem. Plan on putting over 400000 miles out of it
The reason 2010 was the last year and it was discontinued is due to the fact that General Motors restructured due to the recession GM cut both Saturn and Pontiac with last model years being 2010 on all vehicles.
yea part of the bankruptcy deal or the bailout.
if the fed can make u .. the fed can break u ..
Yes GM took a bailout from the government in 2008. The government said they had to give up Saturn, Pontiac and all medium duty trucks. I have the last year of the original C4500 Kodiak and a 2010 Vibe GT 5 speed. 👍
I have an 08 FWD l love it
245,000 miles Runs great!
super awesome car for the money. Im actually thinking about buying one for myself. this was for my daughter
Same here 245,000 miles and runs wonderfully!
Mine from spring 2006 has never given any problems. So fun to drive.
Only because it’s a Toyota not a GM product. 😂😂
@@Blizzofrob One issue, ODO is going to quit at 299,999 miles
I have an 04 with only 60k on it. Love the car. It has something called the recycle blend door activator that needs replacing. Happens on a lot of them... a clicking noise if you put it on outside air...cheap fix just a hassle to reach. Also the check engine light stays on. Runs fine, I think it's because I never drive it. Still zips around town and runs great when my eyes cooperate and I can drive it. I purposely looked for this car back in 2009 when I heard it was basically a Corolla.
another great GM used car is anything with the Ecotec 2.2l with a manual trans. these include saturn vue, saturn ion, chevy cobalt, pontiac G5, GMC terrain, chevy equinox, some late model cavaliers. I have 2 saturn vues with the 5 speed manual trans, one has 360,xxx miles and the other with 278,xxx, an saturn ion with 130,xxx. All still on the road with very minimal issues. just standard maintenances. keep up with your timming chains and they'll keep on going!
Nope GM died after 2005 really 07 anything with the 3.1,3.4,3.8 engines are the best for reliability
I'd say big no on that...
2.2 liter before ecotec was better, 2001 cavalier with 500k miles, besides oil changes, brakes, tires,, plugs, original clutch only engine work was 1 ignition coil and valve cover gasket. Midwest salt killed the frame.
Just bought 04 AWD w/ 127k, $800. Needs exhaust work, frt brakes & tlc. Rear subframe on AWD do rust out. Mine needs attention but serviceable. runs and drives great.
love my "04 Vibe with 184,000 miles. only issue was the outside air actuator needed replacement $130.
I found a gem for my daughter 2005 with only 64k miles. Runs great. Just needed freon for the air.
We have a 2006 that my wife picked out as her personal car. It is the best car we have ever owned. We are at 167K. We still get around 28 mi per gal with the 4 cylinder !.8 engine. Relative easy to work on.
I have a 2003 with only 72,000 miles on it. I bought it in 2017 with only 30,000 miles on it. I will never get rid of this car. It's also the AWD version. I live in PA where it snows. With snow tires on, this is a tank. Goes anywhere.
My 2007 Vibe has a Toyota engine and 252,000 miles. I just got rear-ended. They totaled my car. However, I'm going to use the paltry $1,500 and adding whatever I need to to fix it. She's a gem. I love "Tuffy."
My wife has Vibe 2007, 138K miles on it! With little TLC, garage parked over the years, it still looks and runs like new. She loves it! With CRAZY new car prices nowadays, she'll probably run it for another 10 years.
I got mine with 108k for 4k 8 years ago. I've changed the starter and AC compressor but other than that just wear and tear stuff, brakes, battery and tires . Never has left me stranded. I'm at 143k with her now. Best car I've ever had.
I totally agree about this car, i have one. And You sound just like another TH-camr, Mike the Painter 🤔
I have a 2009 I love it mines a vibe gt 2.4L 5speed and I turbocharged it
I'd love to see it I'm a vibe man myself
Any idea how the awd model performs? I'm looking at an '04 Vibe 4-cyl, 1.8 liter with only 67k miles. Unfortunately, it's a couple hours away. I'm moving soon to Reno, NV but need a commuter vehicle to go to Truckee, CA and back four days a week. Any idea how it performs in snow, ice, rain, etc? Thanks for this review.
2010 owner, transmission went out @ 172 thousand. Toyota dealer couldn’t tell me if it was a direct swap, GM dealer couldn’t find a factory remanufactured, gambled on a. salvage part, so far so good. Engine is tight, usual maintenance regularly, 181,000 currently
which transmission last longer, the older 4 speed auto or the later 5 speed auto?
I just bought a 2003 Vibe! From an older gentleman who had owned it since 2003. All maintenance records and everything, $1,400! With only 136,500 miles on it!
Only thing is it has a leak in the exhaust between the manifold and the converter. Probably the gasket, but I’m going to run a shop vac on reverse into the exhaust pipe to find it. Other than that it runs great, all the bearings and struts are stock and not rigid or bouncy at all. It’s a 4 banger so not super zippy but it gets going. I LOVE the back with the hard plastic and flat fold down seats. Will be using it for a work truck, basically.
All in all I’m pretty sure it’s the smartest $1,400 I’ve spent all year!
I bought a 2004 last week in Fremont,CA with just under 131k for below 4K. It’s in very good condition and I’m confident I’ll run it’s going to last me for many years to come. Great little car so far.
Well you live in the same city they were built in. Great car and as long as you change the oil you will get many years out of it`
I'm going to look at an 07 Vibe tomorrow. It's a horrible time to have to buy a car, but I have to get one and there is one about 50 miles from me. It has 113k. They are asking $6000, which sounds like a lot for a 15 year old car, but similar Toyota Matrix's are literally double that.
Bought mine Matrix 2004 5-spd bought with 195k miles for $2450
currently at 208k. Running 10w30 M1 Synthetic from Costco. Unbelievable car
Keep it oiled up with synthetic and your golden. Just may have a few issues here and there. we had to change the fan relay. No biggie
I have a 2003 with 119K miles! Love it!
Just got a '08 Vibe for my daughter 112,000 miles. Paid 5K but in this market not bad, and MPG 25-30!
I bought an '08 in '19 for $3000 and it hand 88k miles on it. I put premium in it and maintenance it regularly and 4 years later it's at 236k miles on it. It gets great gas mileage and runs great still. I drive it every day
Never use premium in a regular unleaded engine. Premium is not a better gas it's high octane for high compression more powerful engines. You just waist your money.
2006 still ticking along no major repairs great value
I have a 2004 vibe with 240,000 miles on it still runs like new
Bought mine new in 2003...still driving daily
I had a 2004. Bought it in 2005. Didn’t take the best care of it. It lasted me, 17 years.
Definitely worth while car.
2005 vibe with 190000 miles. mechanically a dream.
140k only had to replace water pump that was getting noisy. HVAC blower motor resistor was only other thing to go bad. Change oil and rotate tires, these will go 300k easily... Replaced suspension all around just because at 130k, rides and feels like a brand new car.
I have an 05 vibe. I really liked my vibe. I moved from California to Georgia in April 2020. Last Monday my vibe got hit by a deer and it caused so much damage. But it still starts up and runs. Have to sell it now. Really sucks.
I’m in need of a good low priced engine swap here in California 😢😫
@@kayleekulm4643
It's in Georgia now so you better get hoofing 😄
Totaled?
You can buy it from the insurance company and have it fixed if it makes sense, or buy a replacement with the money, plenty of them out there.
Good luck.😁
Got a 2009 Vibe 2.4 l
173k now.
I Love this car
Huge interior
Gonna turn into camper for trips
Yay, me
Yay, Vibe
Where I live these are listed more then the matrix but either don't sell, they sit listed for a while lol
time to negotiate. great car for the money. Funny how corolla sells for a premium but Matrix and Vibe sell under book.
I love the gun metal gray color I'm looking for one in upstate NY I so need a depended I'm a senior having to work. About $4000 I have... I got taken on a rotted engine cradle I'm so in trouble right now upstate NY.
yea you need to watch out for rust up there. lots of bad rusted out cars. Might want to get one from out here. they are much better. and have it shipped.
@@mikesrandomvideosThank you! (Sorry replying so late just saw this now)
10 yeara of delivery on mine. Just hit 299,999. I'll have to track with a notebook and the trip meter.
AC is broken but oil still looks like melted caramel. Main repairs other than normal pads were a coil or two, a bearing and a few alternators. Just got it back from the mechanic with some control arms and a new starter.
Please what year model is this car you're reviewing?
I've had a 2007 Vibe for 10+ years. I LOVE IT!!! I have 182,000 miles on it. I have the front-wheel drive model. I'd buy a new one in a heartbeat if they still made them. A great little car!! 💜
Little? I thought they are 2 inches shorter than RAV4. While having the same engine inside
@@buryato_banderovets I guess everything is relative. Compared to my friend's vehicles (Jeep's, Sienna's, Tundra's) it seems "little."
I've used it multiple times to move, folding the back seat down gives lots of cargo space.
@@pattyd8480 I'll buy one and rearrange front right seat, so I can sleep in it after star watching with telescope or camping. Looks like a nice alternative to small SUVs. Only con for me is that the front panel looks too 90s. Outdated and cheap looking.