Get the monotone appearance package and the alloy wheels ... both look sharp.
Detailed review:
I was surprised by the price-relative overall quality of the car. The handling is great and the body is tighter than I would have imagined. The engine has plenty of pep and the transmission shifts smoothly. Even though my model has rear drum brakes, braking seems very good with plenty of pedal 'feel'. Car runs and drives great and I like the styling a lot, especially with the alloy wheels and monotone appearance package.
Also considered:
2006 Toyota Matrix
2005 Subaru Impreza
Vehicle purchased:
2005 Pontiac Vibe
About This Reviewer...
Name:
Bob Olson
Location:
Onalaska, Wisconsin
Other vehicles owned:
2002 GMC Envoy
Review submitted:
August 28, 2005
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