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Which brand of car is most reliable? These are the most dependable vehicles on the market
2023.06.05 03:53 khoafraelich789 Which brand of car is most reliable? These are the most dependable vehicles on the market
 | submitted by khoafraelich789 to CarInformationNews [link] [comments] https://preview.redd.it/pf8topqev34b1.png?width=660&format=png&auto=webp&s=2d95fb4e72938424d73c98dfcda447978acf4047 Looking for a dependable vehicle? Kia, Buick and Chevrolet are some of your best nonpremium bets, according to a new report from J.D. Power. The analytics company's annual vehicle dependability study found 186 problems per 100 vehicles on average, a slight improvement from last year’s score of 192. A year-over-year improvement is expected as manufacturers learn from past mistakes, according to Frank Hanley, senior director of auto benchmarking at J.D. Power. "This means as many consumers are keeping their vehicles for a longer period of time they can expect less issues than they have in the past," he told USA TODAY in an emailed statement. "Looking at what models are holding up over time before purchasing is the best way to avoid problems in the long run." Car insurance:Car prices may fall this year, but auto insurance will cost more. Here's why. Recalls:Honda, Kia, Volkswagen among 67,000 latest vehicles on recall The study, released Thursday, looked at how 2020 model-year cars are performing in terms of quality, appeal and component replacement. The findings are based on responses from more than 30,000 owners fielded in August through November 2022. What is the most dependable car brand? Here are the brand rankings based on the number of problems per 100 vehicles, according to J.D. Power’s 2023 U.S. vehicle dependability study. The industry average is 186. Lexus: 133 Genesis: 144 Kia: 152 Buick: 159 Chevrolet: 162 Mitsubishi: 167 Toyota: 168 Hyundai: 170 Mini: 170 Nissan: 170 Dodge: 172 Cadillac: 173 Mazda: 174 GMC: 175 BMW: 184 Ram: 189 Jeep: 196 Honda: 205 Infiniti: 205 Porsche: 208 Acura: 211 Subaru: 214 Volvo: 215 Volkswagen: 216 Chrysler: 226 Jaguar: 229 Mercedes-Benz: 240 Ford: 249 Audi: 252 Lincoln: 259 Land Rover: 273 The highest-ranking premium brand was Lexus, and Kia was the highest-ranking mass market brand. Mass market brands had a better overall score than premium brands. The gap between the two has been growing, probably because premium brands are the first to roll out new features and offer more technology. Car recalls:Honda recalls 114,000 Fit, HR-V models over back-up camera issue What is the most dependable car model? The Toyota C-HR and Lexus RX were tied for the highest-ranked models for dependability in the study, each with 111 problems per 100 cars. J.D. Power declined to share findings on the least dependable models. What are the most dependable cars and SUVs? According to J.D. Power’s survey, here are the most dependable models per segment. Compact car: Kia Forte, followed by the Toyota Corolla and Hyundai Elantra. Compact premium car: BMW 4 Series, followed by the Volvo S60 and BMW 3 Series. Compact sporty car: Mini Cooper. Midsize car: Kia Optima, followed by the Chevrolet Malibu and Ford Fusion. Compact SUV: Kia Sportage, followed by Buick Envision and Jeep Cherokee. Compact premium SUV: Lexus NX, followed by Cadillac XT4 and BMW X3. Large SUV: Chevrolet Tahoe, followed by GMC Yukon. Midsize SUV: Chevrolet Blazer, followed by Hyundai Santa Fe and Ford Edge. Midsize premium SUV: Lexus RX, followed by Lexus GX. Small SUV: Toyota C-HR, followed by Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax. Small premium SUV: BMW X2, followed by Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X1. Upper midsize SUV: Toyota Highlander, followed by Kia Sorento and Toyota 4Runner. Upper midsize premium SUV: BMW X5, followed by Cadillac XT6 and Volvo XC90. Large heavy-duty pickup: Chevrolet Silverado HD. Large light-duty pickup: GMC Sierra, followed by Toyota Tundra. Midsize pickup: Toyota Tacoma, followed by Chevrolet Colorado. Minivan: Toyota Sienna, followed by Kia Sedona. What are some common problems? The study looks at 184 specific problem areas across nine categories, including driving assistance, infotainment, seats, exterior and interior. The survey found infotainment systems were the most problematic, with drivers reporting issues with voice recognition, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, built-in Bluetooth systems and touch screens. Overall, the category averaged about 50 problems per 100 cars – almost twice as many as exterior, the next highest category. Source: usatoday |
2023.06.04 23:30 khoafraelich789 Driven: 2023 Chevrolet Colorado Proves Mid-Size Trucks Don’t Have To Suck
 | submitted by khoafraelich789 to CarInformationNews [link] [comments] https://preview.redd.it/nnacw9ecny2b1.png?width=1024&format=png&auto=webp&s=09591c58da67e45c700456841de4978e9c700d84 The redesigned Colorado combines a good ride with a nicer interior as well as an all-new turbo engine Trucks are as American as apple pie, but most of the attention has been focused on the full-size segment. It’s been that way for decades, but smaller trucks have finally stepped into the spotlight. The Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz revived the long dormant compact segment, while 2023 is shaping up to be the year of the mid-size truck thanks to new entries from Chevrolet, GMC, Ford, and Toyota. That’s a ton of new blood and we haven’t even mentioned the Jeep Gladiator and Nissan Frontier, which are still relatively fresh. We’re kicking the year off with the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, which features a fantastic new design, an upgraded interior, and an all-new turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine. However, the biggest news might be value as the truck starts at $29,200 and you can get one with four-wheel drive, adaptive cruise control, a bed liner, and a ton of safety features for under $37,000. A Sporty And Stylish Design While there’s a lot going on, there’s no better place to start than styling because designers knocked it out of the park. The model has “big truck energy” and sports an all-new design that echoes the Silverado. However, this is no scaled down copy as the Colorado has a more youthful and athletic appearance, which combines sharp lines with subtle curves. The resulting design is great and the Colorado is arguably better looking than its larger counterpart. That’s high praise and each trim has a slightly different aesthetic. The entry-level WT is the most basic of the bunch as it sports black components and 17-inch steel wheels. This look is shared with the all-new Colorado Trail Boss, which builds on the WT but adopts a 2-inch (51 mm) lift, a wider front track, and 18-inch aluminum wheels wrapped in 32-inch all-terrain tires. The Colorado LT is more traditional as it wears body-color components and 17-inch aluminum wheels, while the Z71 combines creature comforts with moderate amounts of off-road capability. The news isn’t all good as the Colorado is offered exclusively in a crew cab configuration with a 5’ 2” bed. This is a bit of a disappointment as the outgoing model offered extended and crew cab configurations as well as a larger 6’2” bed. That being said, the redesigned Colorado has a few tricks up its sleeve and one of the most interesting ideas is a lockable, watertight compartment that is integrated into the tailgate. With the tailgate down, you push two levers aside to gain access to a compartment that measures 45 inches (1,143 mm) wide and 4 inches (102 mm) deep. It can be a bit tricky to open, but there’s a decent amount of space and owners could easily stash tow straps and other off-road equipment there. While the compartment is a little gimmicky, it’s hard to argue with eight standard tie-downs, integrated motorcycle tire grooves, and an available 110-volt power outlet in the bed. The tailgate can also be positioned midway down to aid in transporting longer items, while a dampened EZ-lift and lower tailgate is also available. An Interior That Doesn’t Scream Cheap Mid-size trucks are far more affordable than their larger counterparts and this cut-rate pricing is often reflected in the interior. However, the Colorado bucks this trend as drivers will find a significantly improved cabin with better equipment. The changes are immediately apparent as driver sit behind a chunky steering wheel and find themselves looking at an all-new 8-inch digital instrument cluster. It comes standard and features an assortment of informative displays including an off-road focused setup, which shows pitch and roll as well as the steering angle and current transfer case setting. Speaking of screens, there’s an 11.3-inch infotainment system with Google integration as well as wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It’s a massive improvement over the old 7- and 8-inch displays, and the system is fast, responsive, and largely intuitive. That being said, we did experience a few hiccups including an instance where music was blasting at startup and the system initially refused to respond to attempts to lower the volume or mute. Putting the screens aside, the cabin sports a modern design with classy switchgear, gloss black trim, and metallic accents. The amenities vary by trim and things are pretty basic in the WT and Trail Boss. It’s not bad by any stretch of the imagination, but the models eschew a lot of the bright work, padding, and details that make higher-end variants look and feel special. It’s also worth mentioning that, regardless of which trim you get, black plastic is abound and it’s of the hard variety. Despite being a rough and tumble pickup, the Colorado can dust off its cowboy boots for a night on the town. In particular, the model can be equipped with two-tone heated and ventilated leather front seats as well as a heated steering wheel. While it’s not as fancy as the upcoming GMC Canyon Denali, it’s pretty darn nice for a mid-size truck. Speaking of the seats, the front chairs are perfectly comfortable and spacious while also offering a good amount of support. Furthermore, the entry-level WT doesn’t cheapen out too much, although a front center console is an optional extra. The rear seats are less impressive as they’re not terribly spacious. While there’s a good amount of headroom, legroom is limited as occupants will find a mere 34.7 inches (881 mm) of space and that’s 1.1 inches (28 mm) less than last year’s crew cab pickup. The experience reminded me of the compact Maverick and Santa Cruz, which actually have more rear seat legroom on paper. That being said, the seats seem to be competitive for the segment, although not as generous as those found in the Gladiator. A Turbo Four With V8 Levels Of Torque The streamlining continues under the hood as the Colorado’s engine lineup shrinks from three to one. As a result, every single model is equipped with a turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder. The engine has been powering the Silverado for years and it’s available in three different outputs. The entry-level variant produces 237 hp (177 kW / 240 PS) and 259 lb-ft (351 Nm) of torque, which is a sizable improvement over the old 2.5-liter four-cylinder that developed 200 hp (149 kW / 203 PS) and 191 lb-ft (258 Nm). The entry-level engine comes standard in the WT and LT, and offers respectable performance. There’s plenty of power for cruising around town, although we wished for a little extra oomph when it came to merging onto the highway. The mid-level engine comes standard in the Trail Boss and Z71, where it produces 310 hp (231 kW / 314 PS) and 390 lb-ft (528 Nm) of torque. Customers can also opt for a high-output version that develops 310 hp (231 kW / 314 PS) and 430 lb-ft (582 Nm) of torque. The latter figure is insane as the engine has more torque than the 5.0-liter V8 in the Ford F-150. It also bests the Silverado’s 5.3-liter V8 by 47 lb-ft (64 Nm), despite having half the number of cylinders. The high-output engine comes standard in the range-topping Colorado ZR2, but Trail Boss and Z71 customers can order a high-output calibration for an additional $395. That seems pretty reasonable as it delivers an extra 40 lb-ft (54 Nm) of torque, which will be appreciated if you tow on a regular basis. While the base engine is fine, the upgraded versions transform the truck from good to great. As you’d expect, responsiveness improves significantly and there’s plenty of power throughout the band. Chevrolet hasn’t released detailed performance specifications, but officials we spoke to said all three versions of the engine enable the truck to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in less than seven seconds. Speaking of the engine, it seems relatively refined and engineers told us it was “designed like a diesel.” As a result, it sports a rigid cylinder block casting, a fully forged bottom end, and a stiff crankshaft – among other things. While that’s just scratching the surface, the engine has been subjected to countless torture tests and was designed to withstand years of heavy use. The engine is connected to a capable eight-speed automatic transmission, which worked well on- and off-road as shifts were perfectly timed and well executed. Rear-wheel drive comes standard on the WT and LT, but the rest of the lineup has four-wheel drive. EPA ratings haven’t been released, but the Colorado has an engine start/stop system and active fuel management technology. As a result, we can expect the truck to surpass the Silverado’s rating of 19 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 20 mpg combined. It’s also worth mentioning that all of the engines run on regular gasoline, even the high-output variant. A Capable Truck That Doesn’t Ride Rough One of the most surprising things about the 2023 Colorado is how well it drives. Body-on-frame trucks aren’t typically known for their refinement, but Chevy’s entry exceeded our expectations. While the ride can get a little bumpy on rough roads, it’s not uncomfortable and can best be described as truck-like. However, those incidents were few and far between as things settle down significantly on smooth roads and the Colorado proved to be a comfortable highway cruiser, despite having a solid rear axle and leaf springs. The good news doesn’t end there as handling is good for a body-on-frame pickup. Cornering was secure and predictable without any hints of drama until the truck was pushed hard. The experience can also be somewhat entertaining on the right road, although you’ll want to keep your expectations in check. Given this is a truck, it’s not surprising to learn the steering is a little heavy and slow. We didn’t have any problems with the heft, but we wish the truck offered a sport mode with a more direct response as traversing twisty mountain roads required an almost comical amount of turning. Speaking of driving modes, the Colorado offers Normal, Tow/Haul, Off-Road, Terrain, and Baja settings. Terrain mode might be the most notable as it was designed for low-speed rock crawling and it enables you to travel at a leisurely pace with subtle throttle responses. The truck also offers a cool off-road performance display as well as up to 10 different camera views including underneath the truck. Speaking of off-road goodies, the Z71 and Trail Boss come standard with a limited-slip differential and hill descent control. The Trail Boss is also notable for featuring the aforementioned lift and wider stance. Back on pavement, wind noise can be pronounced at highway speed, but otherwise the truck is fairly quiet. The model also sports an impressive amount of standard safety equipment including Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, and IntelliBeam automatic high-beams. Customers looking for more safety tech will find an assortment of affordable packages that offer Adaptive Cruise Control, Rear Park Assist, and Rear-Cross Traffic Braking. They’re joined by Blind Zone Steering Assist, Rear Pedestrian Alert, and an HD Surround Vision system. Colorado owners like to tow and most versions of the truck have a maximum towing capacity of 7,700 lbs (3,493 kg). This bests the Frontier, Ranger, and Tacoma while also matching the mightiest Gladiator. Sticking with towing, customers can get a package that adds a receiver as well as an automatic locking rear differential, an integrated trailer brake controller, and a trailering app on the infotainment system. We’d also be remiss to mention the truck has a maximum payload capacity of up to 1,684 lbs (764 kg). Mid-Size No Longer Means Half As Good Mid-size trucks have often felt like half-hearted efforts, but that’s clearly not the case with the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. Designers and engineers poured blood, sweat, and tears into the model and the end result is truly impressive as it looks great, drives well, and features an impressive new engine. On top of that, the Colorado boasts a significantly improved interior, more upscale equipment, and a new Trail Boss trim that should appeal to off-roaders on a budget. Speaking of which, Chevy managed to keep pricing affordable and this means you can get a nice truck for around $42,000. While there are a few tradeoffs, the Colorado is a solid pickup and the one to beat. Of course, there’s no shortage of challengers on the horizon and we’ll learn more about them in the coming months. Source: carscoops |
2023.06.04 22:35 Scoot-A-Looter Tonneau Cover Options
Hi guys, I own a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited AT4. I am having a really hard time doing due diligence on what what cover to get my short bed AT4. My budget isn’t a question as long as the quality and purpose is there. Any recommendations from the group? I’d really appreciate any info!!
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2023.06.04 19:17 Weareallgoats 2023 1500 AT4 Bumper options
Hey everyone.. I’ve got a 2023 Sierra 1500 AT4 and I LOVE IT. Took it on an off roading trip and it was a very capable vehicle.
But.. that trip piqued my interest on the idea of replacing the front lower bumper with something more rugged and with higher clearance, but still would make use of the front parking sensors.
I’ve done a lot of searching and haven’t found any good options that are compatible with a 2023 model. Anyone have any insight to this or has anyone here done a replacement on their ‘23?
Thanks!
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But.. that trip piqued my interest on the idea of replacing the front lower bumper with something more rugged and with higher clearance, but still would make use of the front parking sensors.
I’ve done a lot of searching and haven’t found any good options that are compatible with a 2023 model. Anyone have any insight to this or has anyone here done a replacement on their ‘23?
Thanks!
2023.06.04 02:37 thatgymdude Best Pickup Truck For Me, 100k Max Budget.
Hello Everyone,
I am in need of a pickup truck to replace my 4Runner as I have two jetskis and am looking to get a UTV and need to tow it (roughly 7500lbs max). I am not sure if I should go to a to a 1/2 ton or a 3/4 ton. I have a paid off 4Runner TRD Pro I am selling. I am willing to finance or lease depending on which is better for a new pickup based upon reliability .
Requirements:
No Brand Loyalty (used to be Toyota but the hybrid v6 utterly put me off and the interior I did not like, especially the tablet.
No EV trucks, my neighbor had a Rivian R1T and already dumped it when he tried towing with it and shared with me his experience, I dont want to learn the same lesson he did. Plus I refuse to own anything without Apple Carplay.
I give zero shits about fuel economy as long as its not under 10mpg and can take costco premium without knocking if its gasoline.
What I have checked out so far.
Toyota Tundra Capstone: Ugly looks, annoying tablet, awful ride that actually made me feel carsick, laggy powertain that doesnt save really much gas, and why white leather in a truck?! The dealer tried to offer me an allocation on a TRD Pro like my 4Runner with 20k markup! I told him to get lost.
GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate: Loved the interior, it rode almost as nice as our SUV, not sure however if its reliable or can go offroad with the 21inch. rims. The supercruise is amazing but they told me 7-9 months with all the options I wanted so I walked out (I just wanted the supercruise) and they tried panic calling me a few times, they STILL are blowing up my phone even a week after hounding me.
Ford F150 Raptor: Tire roar was unbearably loud at highway speeds even worse than my modded 4Runner and the markup was unpleasant. They have even less inventory, just v6 F150s in low trims so I bailed on them too. Again same as the GMC dealers they are phone pests. I didnt even get to try the super duties because they didnt let me drive one and said a v6 F150 is enough (basically trying to force me to buy something on the lot), sorry I want something better If I am willing to pay that.
I am not sure where I should go from here honestly, I am not very knowledgable about trucks, I liked the idea of the 2024 GMC 2500 HD AT4 as well, but all the GMC dealers here are connected and have the most miserable inventories. They have used current gen HD 2500/3500 trucks, but their interiors just dont match up to price they are asking, they remind me of Tahoes in the worst way.
I was thinking that the offroad variants with more sidewall would be a better ride, but I am not sure when it comes to trucks and could use some more info on this. I heard good things about Ram minus their reliability. Where I live pretty much everyone has a top trim GMC Sierra/2550 or Ford SuperDuty as their hauler because they always are towing horse trailers or boats. What would you all reccomend?
Thanks!
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I am in need of a pickup truck to replace my 4Runner as I have two jetskis and am looking to get a UTV and need to tow it (roughly 7500lbs max). I am not sure if I should go to a to a 1/2 ton or a 3/4 ton. I have a paid off 4Runner TRD Pro I am selling. I am willing to finance or lease depending on which is better for a new pickup based upon reliability .
Requirements:
- Ride needs to be as comfortable as possible since I will be doing 4 hr+ drives to Moab/Lake Tahoe with a trailer alot. I also live by lakes locally and during the Summer-Fall I constantly will be towing as I am a big fan of offroading and going to the lake. I really am sick of tire roar in my 4Runner and it makes my ears ring on long drives.
- Bed can fit appliances as I am going through a remodel and am sick of renting pickups. I didnt realize how often I needed to use a bed of a truck.
- Least annoying driver's infotainment to use.
- Most reliable of the domestic brands (I used to be a Toyota fan but I drove the new Tundra and hated it both in looks and ride quality so I am ditching them for good)
- Capable of handling a dirt and gravel road (I noticed alot of top trim trucks have 21-22in. rims. which makes me question if you can take them offroad at all).
- Nice enough to daily when I am not driving our SUV (BMW x7). My wife often uses it so I dont want to be stuck without a car and I want to buy something purely for me to use. She absoutely despises pickups and asked me a bunch of times to not get one, but I have learned SUVs just suck for towing large weight, she can drive that and leave me be.
- Least punishing dealership experience for servicing, again Toyota here is awful for this, its so bad I go to a Lexus dealer for oil changes, brake jobs and diff fluids just so I wont have to deal with the insane backlog.
- Durable enough to handle salt on roads without rotting out and capable of being left outside in snow without ruining the paint.
- Must have at least a v8 if its a gasoline engine, my 4Runner has a v6 and its so slow. (I am not opposed to diesel either if they are reliable)
No Brand Loyalty (used to be Toyota but the hybrid v6 utterly put me off and the interior I did not like, especially the tablet.
No EV trucks, my neighbor had a Rivian R1T and already dumped it when he tried towing with it and shared with me his experience, I dont want to learn the same lesson he did. Plus I refuse to own anything without Apple Carplay.
I give zero shits about fuel economy as long as its not under 10mpg and can take costco premium without knocking if its gasoline.
What I have checked out so far.
Toyota Tundra Capstone: Ugly looks, annoying tablet, awful ride that actually made me feel carsick, laggy powertain that doesnt save really much gas, and why white leather in a truck?! The dealer tried to offer me an allocation on a TRD Pro like my 4Runner with 20k markup! I told him to get lost.
GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate: Loved the interior, it rode almost as nice as our SUV, not sure however if its reliable or can go offroad with the 21inch. rims. The supercruise is amazing but they told me 7-9 months with all the options I wanted so I walked out (I just wanted the supercruise) and they tried panic calling me a few times, they STILL are blowing up my phone even a week after hounding me.
Ford F150 Raptor: Tire roar was unbearably loud at highway speeds even worse than my modded 4Runner and the markup was unpleasant. They have even less inventory, just v6 F150s in low trims so I bailed on them too. Again same as the GMC dealers they are phone pests. I didnt even get to try the super duties because they didnt let me drive one and said a v6 F150 is enough (basically trying to force me to buy something on the lot), sorry I want something better If I am willing to pay that.
I am not sure where I should go from here honestly, I am not very knowledgable about trucks, I liked the idea of the 2024 GMC 2500 HD AT4 as well, but all the GMC dealers here are connected and have the most miserable inventories. They have used current gen HD 2500/3500 trucks, but their interiors just dont match up to price they are asking, they remind me of Tahoes in the worst way.
I was thinking that the offroad variants with more sidewall would be a better ride, but I am not sure when it comes to trucks and could use some more info on this. I heard good things about Ram minus their reliability. Where I live pretty much everyone has a top trim GMC Sierra/2550 or Ford SuperDuty as their hauler because they always are towing horse trailers or boats. What would you all reccomend?
Thanks!
2023.06.03 22:56 anon199112 Wait to buy a new car when property sells or buy a used car in the interim?
Apologies for the long post. Let me start by saying we live in a remote area. We are nowhere near cities so it's not like we can run down to a used lot on the corner and shop around, for those who disagree with the used car choice.
Background:
We have two cars right now: a 1985 Chevy Suburban and a 1997 Toyota Celica. There's 3 kids in our family (8, 7 and 3) and we have another on the way that's due in October. We had a 2016 Kia Sorento but got rid of it after being told the engine needed to be replaced for a second time after having it completely rebuilt 3 years ago. Understandably, I didn't want to dump 8k into the same problem twice. There's also the issue of insurance no longer wanting to cover the vehicle in our state thanks to TikTok videos showing people how to steal them.
We're renting where we live currently but we are closing on a house on 6/9. We have to wait to close on the house before we can sell a piece of property we have because most of our belongings are stored in a storage shed on the property. With the money netted from the property, we plan to buy a 2023 Toyota Highlander. However, not a lot of properties are selling in our area right now and we need a safe vehicle for the family while we wait for it to sell.
The Suburban has a third row and is very reliable but it has terrible gas mileage (12 mpg on average). It does not have airbags and only has lap belts in the back, which is a concern for the kids in booster seats. It was initially bought as more of a vehicle meant to tow trailers and move things but it's become the main family vehicle after we sold the Sorento.
The Celica only has seating for 4 people so it's not really an option. This vehicle has been owned by my spouse for about 10 years. We are both open to selling it.
Now on to the used car:
There is a 2006 GMC Yukon with 250k miles on it for sale for $5000. From what I've read, they're very reliable up to 300k or even 400k miles. This is the only vehicle within a 2 hour drive that has a 3rd row, is decently priced, seemingly taken care of and isn't a total heap of junk. The interior is nice and the owner claims it's been meticulously cared for and regularly maintained. I know the gas mileage isn't THAT much better than the Suburban (average of 16 mpg) but it's safer with better seatbelts and has airbags. Of course we'd get an inspection done and want to look up the CarFax.
I'm here because I thought it would be a good idea to buy a used car in the interim but my mom freaked out on me and acted like I was an idiot. Paying 5k for a used vehicle wouldn't break us financially by any means. We will still have a decent cushion in savings after closing on the house and paying for this vehicle, if we buy it, but we can't stretch much more than 5k in cash on a car for now and we do not want to get a loan.
So... which car should I buy? Wait for the Highlander and drive the Suburban for now or go for the Yukon first while we wait for the property to sell?
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Background:
We have two cars right now: a 1985 Chevy Suburban and a 1997 Toyota Celica. There's 3 kids in our family (8, 7 and 3) and we have another on the way that's due in October. We had a 2016 Kia Sorento but got rid of it after being told the engine needed to be replaced for a second time after having it completely rebuilt 3 years ago. Understandably, I didn't want to dump 8k into the same problem twice. There's also the issue of insurance no longer wanting to cover the vehicle in our state thanks to TikTok videos showing people how to steal them.
We're renting where we live currently but we are closing on a house on 6/9. We have to wait to close on the house before we can sell a piece of property we have because most of our belongings are stored in a storage shed on the property. With the money netted from the property, we plan to buy a 2023 Toyota Highlander. However, not a lot of properties are selling in our area right now and we need a safe vehicle for the family while we wait for it to sell.
The Suburban has a third row and is very reliable but it has terrible gas mileage (12 mpg on average). It does not have airbags and only has lap belts in the back, which is a concern for the kids in booster seats. It was initially bought as more of a vehicle meant to tow trailers and move things but it's become the main family vehicle after we sold the Sorento.
The Celica only has seating for 4 people so it's not really an option. This vehicle has been owned by my spouse for about 10 years. We are both open to selling it.
Now on to the used car:
There is a 2006 GMC Yukon with 250k miles on it for sale for $5000. From what I've read, they're very reliable up to 300k or even 400k miles. This is the only vehicle within a 2 hour drive that has a 3rd row, is decently priced, seemingly taken care of and isn't a total heap of junk. The interior is nice and the owner claims it's been meticulously cared for and regularly maintained. I know the gas mileage isn't THAT much better than the Suburban (average of 16 mpg) but it's safer with better seatbelts and has airbags. Of course we'd get an inspection done and want to look up the CarFax.
I'm here because I thought it would be a good idea to buy a used car in the interim but my mom freaked out on me and acted like I was an idiot. Paying 5k for a used vehicle wouldn't break us financially by any means. We will still have a decent cushion in savings after closing on the house and paying for this vehicle, if we buy it, but we can't stretch much more than 5k in cash on a car for now and we do not want to get a loan.
So... which car should I buy? Wait for the Highlander and drive the Suburban for now or go for the Yukon first while we wait for the property to sell?
2023.06.03 19:32 ExistingAd915 2023 GMC Sierra SLT
My first truck ever. Prior 2 cars were a Camry and a RAV4
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2023.05.31 06:57 warrjos93 Sunday, I hit a year sober and today I broke 1500 for the first time starting to play again in rehab.
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2023.05.31 03:58 i7ll Clutch to electric fans.
Hey everyone. 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD Single/Regular Cab. Since i live in a 45c/113f+ Weather i am trying to switch my clutch fan to electric fans. And since i am Uninstalling the clutch fan i have additional space. I want to Relocate my Radiator and AC Condenser a bit back to have room to install two auxiliary fans as where it sits now i have no room as it is blocked by the Radiator support.
1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
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1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
2023.05.31 03:56 i7ll Clutch to electric fans.
Hey everyone. 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD Single/Regular Cab. Since i live in a 45c/113f+ Weather i am trying to switch my clutch fan to electric fans. And since i am Uninstalling the clutch fan i have additional space. I want to Relocate my Radiator and AC Condenser a bit back to have room to install two auxiliary fans as where it sits now i have no room as it is blocked by the Radiator support.
1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
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1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
2023.05.31 03:55 i7ll Clutch to electric fans.
Hey everyone. 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD 6.0 Vortex gas Single/Regular Cab. Since i live in a 45c/113f+ Weather i am trying to switch my clutch fan to electric fans. And since i am Uninstalling the clutch fan i have additional space. I want to Relocate my Radiator and AC Condenser a bit back to have room to install two auxiliary fans as where it sits now i have no room as it is blocked by the Radiator support.
1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
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1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
2023.05.31 03:55 i7ll Clutch to electric fans.
Hey everyone. 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD Single/Regular Cab. Since i live in a 45c/113f+ Weather i am trying to switch my clutch fan to electric fans. And since i am Uninstalling the clutch fan i have additional space. I want to Relocate my Radiator and AC Condenser a bit back to have room to install two auxiliary fans as where it sits now i have no room as it is blocked by the Radiator support.
1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
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1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
2023.05.31 03:54 i7ll Clutch to electric fans
Hey everyone. 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD Single/Regular Cab. Since i live in a 45c/113f+ Weather i am trying to switch my clutch fan to electric fans. And since i am Uninstalling the clutch fan i have additional space. I want to Relocate my Radiator and AC Condenser a bit back to have room to install two auxiliary fans as where it sits now i have no room as it is blocked by the Radiator support.
1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
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1-Where can i find a whole kit including fans and controllers and sensor if needed.
2-Since relocating a Radiator is going to be bit easy for me just have to Fabricate new mounts. What about the AC condenser? How can i push it a bit back? Do i have to make custom lines? Or? Flexible Ac lines? Any insight would be highly appreciated!!
3-Do i need to change the alternator for a “Better” one? Since i will be adding all these electrical consuming Fans.
PS: I use my truck daily to work and the trip is 60% Highway 40% Traffic. And The AC Gets a bit less cooler while stuck on traffic. While i know this is normal. I really really really can’t stand it.
2023.05.30 22:45 reiji_tamashii Research Tool: IIHS vehicle ratings include details on headlight type for most models
This may be old news to some of you, but I found it to be an interesting resource: I recently discovered that the Headlight subsection of the IIHS's Vehicle Ratings lists the type of headlights on each vehicle that they test. The info is very easy to find by searching a model and year, and then navigating to the 'Headlights' heading.
While searching for some of the new-ish vehicles that I've encountered the most issues with, I found that a surprising number of them actually use LED reflectors. Although projectors are not necessarily better (and in many cases worse), I thought that has been widely known for at least 2 decades that LEDs in reflector housings have poor results for both the driver and those on the receiving end. Either auto manufacturers did not get the memo or thought that they could somehow do it better than everyone else.
Some examples that we all love to hate: Honda Civic (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/honda/civic-4-door-sedan/2023#headlights) Honda Accord (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/honda/accord-4-door-sedan/2023#headlights) Honda Odyssey (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/honda/odyssey-minivan/2023#headlights) Chevrolet Silverado (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/chevrolet/silverado-1500-ltd-crew-cab-pickup/2022#headlights) GMC Sierra (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/gmc/sierra-1500-limited-crew-cab-pickup/2022#headlights) RAM 1500 [some trim levels] (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/Ram/1500-crew-cab-pickup/2023#headlights) Toyota RAV4 [some trim levels] (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/Toyota/rav4-4-door-suv/2021#headlights) Toyota Sienna (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/toyota/sienna-minivan/2023#headlights) Hyundai Sonata [some trim levels] (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/hyundai/sonata-4-door-sedan/2023#headlights)
Surprise, surprise - the headlights on late model GM trucks & SUVs, while excellent at blinding other motorists, are rated 'Poor' at being headlights.
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While searching for some of the new-ish vehicles that I've encountered the most issues with, I found that a surprising number of them actually use LED reflectors. Although projectors are not necessarily better (and in many cases worse), I thought that has been widely known for at least 2 decades that LEDs in reflector housings have poor results for both the driver and those on the receiving end. Either auto manufacturers did not get the memo or thought that they could somehow do it better than everyone else.
Some examples that we all love to hate: Honda Civic (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/honda/civic-4-door-sedan/2023#headlights) Honda Accord (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/honda/accord-4-door-sedan/2023#headlights) Honda Odyssey (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/honda/odyssey-minivan/2023#headlights) Chevrolet Silverado (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/chevrolet/silverado-1500-ltd-crew-cab-pickup/2022#headlights) GMC Sierra (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/gmc/sierra-1500-limited-crew-cab-pickup/2022#headlights) RAM 1500 [some trim levels] (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/Ram/1500-crew-cab-pickup/2023#headlights) Toyota RAV4 [some trim levels] (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/Toyota/rav4-4-door-suv/2021#headlights) Toyota Sienna (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/toyota/sienna-minivan/2023#headlights) Hyundai Sonata [some trim levels] (https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/hyundai/sonata-4-door-sedan/2023#headlights)
Surprise, surprise - the headlights on late model GM trucks & SUVs, while excellent at blinding other motorists, are rated 'Poor' at being headlights.
2023.05.29 02:15 D9_CAT Vibration/shifting problems
I know it’s hard to diagnose a problem from a post. But I need some insight.
I have a 2001 Gmc Sierra 2500HD crew cab long bed with 6.6 LB7. ~280000miles. I had the u joints replaced along with the carriesupport bearing. After they wear replaced I’ve had a vibration, I notice it more at 50-60 mph or under load, (going up hill). It’s starting to now give me problems shifting. Mainly coming to a stop (down shifting) it feels like it jerks, like it’s skipping a gear same thing happens when I take off from a stop but mostly from like a rolling stop. Feels like it is in neutral then it kicks and goes. I’m wondering if the transmission is going now. It has the Allison 1000 in it.
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I have a 2001 Gmc Sierra 2500HD crew cab long bed with 6.6 LB7. ~280000miles. I had the u joints replaced along with the carriesupport bearing. After they wear replaced I’ve had a vibration, I notice it more at 50-60 mph or under load, (going up hill). It’s starting to now give me problems shifting. Mainly coming to a stop (down shifting) it feels like it jerks, like it’s skipping a gear same thing happens when I take off from a stop but mostly from like a rolling stop. Feels like it is in neutral then it kicks and goes. I’m wondering if the transmission is going now. It has the Allison 1000 in it.
2023.05.29 02:14 D9_CAT Vibration/shifting problems
I know it’s hard to diagnose a problem from a post. But I need some insight.
I have a 2001 Gmc Sierra 2500HD crew cab long bed with 6.6 LB7. ~280000miles. I had the u joints replaced along with the carriesupport bearing. After they wear replaced I’ve had a vibration, I notice it more at 50-60 mph or under load, (going up hill). It’s starting to now give me problems shifting. Mainly coming to a stop (down shifting) it feels like it jerks, like it’s skipping a gear same thing happens when I take off from a stop but mostly from like a rolling stop. Feels like it is in neutral then it kicks and goes. I’m wondering if the transmission is going now. It has the Allison 1000 in it.
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I have a 2001 Gmc Sierra 2500HD crew cab long bed with 6.6 LB7. ~280000miles. I had the u joints replaced along with the carriesupport bearing. After they wear replaced I’ve had a vibration, I notice it more at 50-60 mph or under load, (going up hill). It’s starting to now give me problems shifting. Mainly coming to a stop (down shifting) it feels like it jerks, like it’s skipping a gear same thing happens when I take off from a stop but mostly from like a rolling stop. Feels like it is in neutral then it kicks and goes. I’m wondering if the transmission is going now. It has the Allison 1000 in it.
2023.05.29 02:14 D9_CAT Vibration/shifting problems
I know it’s hard to diagnose a problem from a post. But I need some insight.
I have a 2001 Gmc Sierra 2500HD crew cab long bed with 6.6 LB7. ~280000miles. I had the u joints replaced along with the carriesupport bearing. After they wear replaced I’ve had a vibration, I notice it more at 50-60 mph or under load, (going up hill). It’s starting to now give me problems shifting. Mainly coming to a stop (down shifting) it feels like it jerks, like it’s skipping a gear same thing happens when I take off from a stop but mostly from like a rolling stop. Feels like it is in neutral then it kicks and goes. I’m wondering if the transmission is going now. It has the Allison 1000 in it.
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I have a 2001 Gmc Sierra 2500HD crew cab long bed with 6.6 LB7. ~280000miles. I had the u joints replaced along with the carriesupport bearing. After they wear replaced I’ve had a vibration, I notice it more at 50-60 mph or under load, (going up hill). It’s starting to now give me problems shifting. Mainly coming to a stop (down shifting) it feels like it jerks, like it’s skipping a gear same thing happens when I take off from a stop but mostly from like a rolling stop. Feels like it is in neutral then it kicks and goes. I’m wondering if the transmission is going now. It has the Allison 1000 in it.
2023.05.27 06:06 Usmcsysadmin Round 2. 2021 GMC Sierra AT4 with 3.0L Duramax
Had some issues with the first one so the dealer offered to trade me out of it.
This one has the Rocky Ridge package. Also already has an S&B CAI installed. Putting on my Stillen CAI scoop tomorrow.
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This one has the Rocky Ridge package. Also already has an S&B CAI installed. Putting on my Stillen CAI scoop tomorrow.
2023.05.26 23:34 TwoGuysandaRide Apple and Android Phone Pairing - 2024 GMC Sierra
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2023.05.26 19:08 failagain-failbetter BB Ranch State Park - Anyone driven the road to Guale 2 Campsite?
 | Anyone drive to the Guale 2 Campsite before? I know it is popular and remote. I have reservations coming up and was hoping to get a scouting report. submitted by failagain-failbetter to BigBendTX [link] [comments] I plan on bringing plenty of water, 2 full-size spare tires, extra fuel, extra jack/stands and a gps beacon/messenger. I have a full size GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 with BFG ALL TERRAIN T/A KO2 tires. The 4x4 has 10.7” of clearance and skid plates. Will I have any issues getting to the campsite? What psi would be recommended? |
2023.05.26 19:07 yuritopiaposadism Tanks have better visibility than modern pickup trucks
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