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Pontiac Vibe/toyota Matrix 2003 Gt Model on 2040-cars

Year:2003 Mileage:130000
Location:

Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix 2003, GT model (Same as Toyota XRS).   Yamaha-manufactured 1.8 liter engine makes 180 hp @8200 rpm with six-speed transmitssion - car will reallly move!  Car has most available accessories for year, including sun roof, roof rack, power windows, locks (with remote) and mirrors, side curtain airbags, cd changer, AC, anti-locki brakes, etc. 

 

131k miles, excellent overall condition for age. This car has been rock-solid, bulletproof trouble free for me during 75000 miles and five years.  Oil changes, tires, battery and brake pads - that's it.  It is amazing what it can carry with the fold-flat passenger front seat.  Unlike the newer models the rear window opens separately from the hatch for even longer stuff. 

 

There are a few things to mention:  the car is ten years old.  It has a minor ding on the driver's door under the GT symbol (photo) and the rear bumper cover has been bumped in the right corner so the back-up light now points up.  (Good for spotting low-flying planes while backing up)  It might be possible to pop it out.  There is a stain on the rear passenger side seat (photo). The plastic splash shield in front of the left front tire is split.  Other than that, the car is pretty clean and mechanically excellent.  Tires probably average about 40 % and the aluminum wheels are in average condition for age.

 

This is a no-reserve auction - I won't waste your time with hidden "reserves" or unrealistic buy it now prices.  You tell me what it's worth!  The car is for sale locally, so I reserve the right to end the auction if it sells locally.  $500 deposit withing24 hours, balance in seven days.  I might be able to cooperate in delivery from Boston area under mutuallly negotiated terms. 

 

 

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