15th Aug 2012, 09:31
I found that last comment offensive! I also bought a Pontiac Vibe. I thought it was a US car since it said Pontiac! Nowhere on it does it say Toyota. If I had wanted a Toyota, I would have gone to the Toyota dealership and bought the Matrix. Kinda thought I was going with an American product by choosing Pontiac. Nice to know!
26th Jul 2013, 06:29
Yes, imports are terrible. That is why there is a more devout following on imports as opposed to repeat buyers for a domestic product.
Considering the quality of NA built vehicles, the recalls on Toyota pale in comparison to those built here. Pretty sure I have a clue what I'm referring to, as I have the luxury of reviewing all warranty work for one of the former Big 3.
By the way, we own 3 imports. 80% of my vehicles I've owned are imports and I get a full GM discount. I've bought 2 brand new GM vehicles, a Pontiac Vibe (Toyota) and a Traverse. That was in the shop 3 weeks after we bought it, as it left us stranded 5 hours from home on a long weekend.
13th Jun 2018, 01:44
The person who stated Toyota's build a subclass car must have an axe to grind. I have owned a 1995 Toyota Celica GT since 1997. It has 128K miles and in 2018 drives like new.
The only repairs are the half shafts have been replaced twice. The transmission light has been replaced, as has the radiator been replaced. It requires no oil between oil changes. After 23 years of great service, I would say Toyota builds great
cars. In fact, my Grandson has a 2008 Scion that has 250K and only the water pump has been replaced.
RaggTopp.
22nd Aug 2011, 18:28
NO, the Vibe is not a Toyota; the only thing that’s Toyota on this car is the frame. EVERYTHING else is made by GM. Not to mention this is the only bad review on this car so... that must be saying something!