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re: Question about buying a 2011 Tahoe
Posted on 7/25/16 at 2:47 pm to KG6
Posted on 7/25/16 at 2:47 pm to KG6
We had a 2003 Expedition that seemed to have some of the same problems some listed here with Tahoes/Suburbans. Engine and transmission were great, but lots of problem with electronics and components. It had 247,000 miles on it when we traded it in, and the engine was still great. But man, that interior was both beat to hell, and lots of stuff just nor working properly.
We also had a 99 Expedition that was probably the best car I've ever owned. Never had any trouble with it all the way up to 260,000 miles when the fly wheel went bad.
We also had a 99 Expedition that was probably the best car I've ever owned. Never had any trouble with it all the way up to 260,000 miles when the fly wheel went bad.
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Posted on 7/25/16 at 2:49 pm to CoachRobertson
What are you looking to tow and how far? Most campers are pretty light and even something like a Honda Pilot can tow 3500 lbs. On a vehicle that heavy you are going to have a lot of things to fix that are not cheap with that many miles on it. Those full size vehicles are heavy so things tend to wear out faster and are more expensive than smaller vehicles.
Honestly it sounds like your wife wants more vehicle than you can afford. I'd look at how much you have to tow, then set a budget, and finally look at what type of vehicles you can get inside of that budget.
Honestly it sounds like your wife wants more vehicle than you can afford. I'd look at how much you have to tow, then set a budget, and finally look at what type of vehicles you can get inside of that budget.
Posted on 7/25/16 at 2:56 pm to Flipadelphia
Their reliability is good. Have them replace/repair cosmetic damage before you buy.
The used prices are high on 2008-2010 models because the new vehicle sales those years were low industry-wide for trucks....creating a supply constraint for used trucks today.
I had a 2007 model Chevy Silverado and it was the best vehicle I've ever owned.
The used prices are high on 2008-2010 models because the new vehicle sales those years were low industry-wide for trucks....creating a supply constraint for used trucks today.
I had a 2007 model Chevy Silverado and it was the best vehicle I've ever owned.
This post was edited on 7/25/16 at 3:00 pm
Posted on 7/25/16 at 3:06 pm to baldona
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Honestly it sounds like your wife wants more vehicle than you can afford.
Not sure how you got that out of anything he posted. This board is strange sometimes.
Posted on 7/25/16 at 3:09 pm to LNCHBOX
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Not sure how you got that out of anything he posted.
It's usually a safe assumption.
I kid, I kid.
Posted on 7/26/16 at 7:24 am to Flipadelphia
Price is too high.
Solid drivetrain.
Check all power locks to be sure they work. Check outside door handles to be sure they are firmly and correctly attached. Listen for any unusual noises near front wheels as hubs are a known issue.
Offer 21, which will be 23 OTD.
I would be clear that this is a final offer.
Solid drivetrain.
Check all power locks to be sure they work. Check outside door handles to be sure they are firmly and correctly attached. Listen for any unusual noises near front wheels as hubs are a known issue.
Offer 21, which will be 23 OTD.
I would be clear that this is a final offer.
Posted on 7/26/16 at 8:35 am to LNCHBOX
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Not sure how you got that out of anything he posted. This board is strange sometimes.
Um because he is wanting a $30,000 vehicle for $20,000 maybe? He said his price point is $23k Max but he's looking at huge family vehicles that can tow a lot and do other things that are generally priced well above that. There's nothing wrong with a vehicle with 120k miles but I personally wouldn't go out and buy that for my wife unless it was a car to cut the budget short term. Big vehicles like that are going to have a lot of maintenance at that mileage.
You could buy a 4 door truck with 50k miles for $25,000 that could tow what you need and seat 6 in a pinch.
How much are you looking to tow?
Posted on 7/26/16 at 9:16 am to baldona
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Um because he is wanting a $30,000 vehicle for $20,000 maybe?
Maybe he thinks it's overpriced (which it is). Not to mention he wasn't looking for something at $30k, he's looking at $25k and wanting it for around $21,500. That's not all that crazy and doesn't scream I can't afford what I'm looking at. You inbvented those numbers to try to make a point, and you failed.
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He said his price point is $23k Max but he's looking at huge family vehicles that can tow a lot and do other things that are generally priced well above that.
It's a used vehicle. Used doesn't cost as much as new, so I'm not really sure what your point is. And it's basically the consensus of this board that the vehicle he's considering is overpriced, so you've failed twice with this statement.
Regardless of all that, he wants a good deal. Who here doesn't?
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There's nothing wrong with a vehicle with 120k miles
Is he looking at that high of mileage? Didn't seem like it based off things the OP has actually said. And before you say 120k is basically the same as 96, it's not. It's nothing more than another inflated number that you're trying to make a point with.
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Big vehicles like that are going to have a lot of maintenance at that mileage.
He's not lookint at one with 200k miles on it. From a powertrain standpoint, Tahoes/Suburbans are actually very trouble free well past the mileage OP is looking at (even at the 120k number you made up, they still have a lot of life left). You don't seem like you really know what you're talking about.
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You could buy a 4 door truck with 50k miles for $25,000 that could tow what you need and seat 6 in a pinch.
And? You could also get around just fine on a $1000 scooter. There's always something cheaper, so your point is completely irrelevant.
Posted on 7/26/16 at 9:56 am to LNCHBOX
I appreciate all of the advice from everyone. I test drove a 2009 Tahoe LTZ last night from a private seller. It has 102K miles on it and the guy is asking $21,500. It's really clean and well taken care of. I haven't talked to him about price yet, as I'm still searching out other options. The only thing we want is to make sure that whichever SUV we get, we want it to have 2nd row bucket seats.
What are yalls opinions on Expeditions? I've seen a couple in the same year range with lower mileage for less than Tahoes and Yukons.
What are yalls opinions on Expeditions? I've seen a couple in the same year range with lower mileage for less than Tahoes and Yukons.
Posted on 7/26/16 at 10:01 am to Flipadelphia
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What are yalls opinions on Expeditions? I've seen a couple in the same year range with lower mileage for less than Tahoes and Yukons.
I would go with 2010 at the minimum on the Expedition for the Sync infotainment system. The only issue with them IMO is the 3V 5.4L V8 is little underpowered while being not all that efficient (average ~14 mpg mainly city) and are known to tick. Not that they're unreliable, but it's an annoying noise
Powerfold 3rd row is nice, much better than GM's 3rd row on those years, and the AC seats are nice. Where are you located?
Posted on 7/26/16 at 10:10 am to LNCHBOX
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Where are you located?
Baton Rouge
Posted on 7/26/16 at 10:19 am to LNCHBOX
Posted on 7/26/16 at 10:21 am to Flipadelphia
Not bad looking, Here's another located in Kenna brah
ETA: Oops, forgot about the captain's chairs for the second row. That black one you linked is really ncie looking. Didn't realize you could get heated and AC seats in an XLT. Interesting.
ETA: Oops, forgot about the captain's chairs for the second row. That black one you linked is really ncie looking. Didn't realize you could get heated and AC seats in an XLT. Interesting.
This post was edited on 7/26/16 at 10:24 am
Posted on 7/26/16 at 10:27 am to Flipadelphia
how much do you really need to tow? is this camper/boat still theoretical, or do you have it picked out already? cause i'd hesitate to buy a gas guzzling, higher mileage used vehicle for a possible need that's still several years away. Buy something comfortable & fuel efficient, newer & cheaper...and pocket the difference over the next several years. once you're ready for the camper, re-evaluate your vehicle needs.
count me firmly in the camp of "don't buy a larger gashog when something smaller/more efficient will do."
count me firmly in the camp of "don't buy a larger gashog when something smaller/more efficient will do."
Posted on 7/26/16 at 10:42 am to hungryone
Oh, I agree. I really like the new Hyundai Sante Fe which has a captains chair option. We aren't 100 percent going to buy anything just yet, but I'm exploring options after our second child was born last week.
However, the camper that I hope to buy next year has an unloaded weight of 4800 lbs. Plus it's a toy hauler, so there would be a golf cart added in. My 4runner can only tow 5000 lbs.
It's not that we can't afford something more expensive, but I don't like having car payments (haven't had one in 6 years), so I'm gun-shy when it comes to purchasing a car again.
Worst case, we hold off and buy next year after we decide to purchase a camper.
However, the camper that I hope to buy next year has an unloaded weight of 4800 lbs. Plus it's a toy hauler, so there would be a golf cart added in. My 4runner can only tow 5000 lbs.
It's not that we can't afford something more expensive, but I don't like having car payments (haven't had one in 6 years), so I'm gun-shy when it comes to purchasing a car again.
Worst case, we hold off and buy next year after we decide to purchase a camper.
Posted on 7/26/16 at 11:05 am to Flipadelphia
Is the second row captains chairs necessary? I like them and would definitely buy one with, but I rarely use my 3rd row. I always have the seats flipped up or taken out for storage. You can't store shite in a Tahoe with the 3rd row up. I've got one kid and plan to have more. We can fit a lot in just the 5 main seats. I only use that 3rd row on special occasions when we are jamming people in. Maybe 10 times in the 5 years I've had the vehicle.
Posted on 7/26/16 at 11:25 am to Flipadelphia
Wife's dad has that same Expedition, except his is the Eddie Bauer trim so it has a few additional options. I really like it. Drives great, the split fold down 3rd row is really functional, and it seems reliable. His has about 120,000 miles on it, and hasn't had any major problems that I know of.
I've always liked the Expeditions over the Tahoes, but I've always been more of a Ford guy.
I've always liked the Expeditions over the Tahoes, but I've always been more of a Ford guy.
Posted on 7/26/16 at 11:29 am to KG6
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Is the second row captains chairs necessary?
I wouldn't say absolutely necessary, but I've always liked them. My inlaws live about an hour away and when they come to visit, they always like to ride with us. Having the captains chairs would allow us to have the two car seats in the second row and still be able to have passengers easily get to the third. At least, that's the factor we're using to narrow down our search...
Posted on 7/26/16 at 11:43 am to Flipadelphia
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Oh, I agree. I really like the new Hyundai Sante Fe which has a captains chair option. We aren't 100 percent going to buy anything just yet, but I'm exploring options after our second child was born last week.
However, the camper that I hope to buy next year has an unloaded weight of 4800 lbs. Plus it's a toy hauler, so there would be a golf cart added in. My 4runner can only tow 5000 lbs.
IMO it makes no sense to have a 4Runner and a Tahoe. Very similar vehicles. I'd have one vehicle to drive the family and tow if you do them together, and then another of something else. That's just what I would do personally.
ETA: 2nd row captains chairs are really nice. They are great for 4 adults too, but we love them for two kids in car seats and a dog.
This post was edited on 7/26/16 at 11:46 am
Posted on 7/26/16 at 11:46 am to Flipadelphia
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Having the captains chairs would allow us to have the two car seats in the second row and still be able to have passengers easily get to the third.
The 3rd row is far from easy to get to if there are car seats in the captain's chairs on that Expedition, especially for older people. I speak from experience. Better to to put the car seats in the 3rd row.
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