2005 Pontiac Wave 5 5dr Wgn Base

Description

The Ultimate Budget Island Runabout – 2005 Pontiac Wave Automatic Sunset Orange · Light Grey Interior · 1-Owner · ONLY ~265,000 km · 

This is the cheap, cheerful, no-drama little hatchback every Vancouver Island student, delivery driver, first-time buyer, and grocery getter has been waiting for — a pristine one-owner 2005 Pontiac Wave in eye-catching Sunset Orange (that pops like sunshine) with a clean light grey interior. Purchased new and looked after at the Chevrolet main dealer its entire life — 59 Carfax records, 57 of them at the dealership!

Powered by a simple, super-reliable 1.6L 4-cylinder engine mated to a smooth automatic transmission, it sips gas at real-world 6.5–8 L/100 km — one of the most frugal cars on the road. That means cheaper insurance, lower fuel bills, and more money in your pocket for coffee, surf trips, or whatever else you’re into. It’s light, nimble, and a joy to drive — easy to park in tight Nanaimo spots, zippy enough for city traffic, and stable for short Island runs.

Seats 5 adults (yes, squeeze ‘em in — perfect for carpooling or friends) with a surprisingly roomy hatch for groceries, delivery bags, hockey gear, or that Costco run. The base model simplicity is its superpower — no fancy electronics to break, no AC to leak, no power gadgets to fail. Just honest, dependable transportation that won’t leave you stranded.

Practical, no-frills features you’ll love:

• Manual windows
• Manual locks
• No air conditioning (hand-crank windows build biceps in summer — free workout!)
• Split-folding rear seats

• Basic AM/FM radio

   

March 2026 refresh — mechanically fresh and ready for spring/summer:

• New front brake pads, rotors, and serviced front calipers
• New spark plugs
• New valve cover gasket
• Fresh 4-wheel alignment
• Tires 8/32 all around (good grip)
• Front brakes fresh, rear drums 4 mm 

• New wiper blades

   

December 2015 @ 145,000 km:

• Timing belt and water pump replaced (huge service item done!)

   

1-owner history with 59 clean Carfax records — 57 at the Chevrolet main dealer. This car has been loved and serviced religiously.

Drives beautifully: smooth, responsive, quiet, and confidence-inspiring. Super-clean inside and out — this orange Wave looks fun and feels years younger.

Whether you're doing SkipTheDishes or DoorDash in Nanaimo, running errands in Parksville, zipping to Qualicum Beach for a day out, commuting to school, or just cruising to Cowichan Bay for wine — this little sunset orange rocket makes every trip easy, economical, and stress-free.

Spring is here. Gas prices are still high. This frugal, fun, low-drama Wave is the cheap way to get around the Island without breaking the bank.

Crank the windows by hand, and feel that easy, economical pep.

Come see Adam at Eddbarry Motors in Nanaimo today. Your safe, super-frugal, low-maintenance Island runabout is detailed, warmed up, and waiting! Gas-sipping economy · Easy parking · 

Call or text Adam at 250-729-6661

CARFAX

Stock #EG02B28A

Adam can assist with warranties up to 4 years and 90k KM. 

Contact Adam at Eddbarry Motors 

2789 – 106th Street
Nanaimo, 
BC
V9T 5W4
 DEALERSHIP # 41450 
Office: 250 585 5556
Cell: 250 729 6661 

Disclaimer : * Please Note All Inventory And Inventory Pricing Is Subject To Change Please See Dealer For Further Details ** Our Dealer Number is: 41450. All sales are plus applicable taxes. Our Documentation Fee is $199 *