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The dealer had already ordered the same truck for dealer stock so he expects it to be on the ground in about 6 weeks. Lets hope he is right!

Hello Everybody, Let me start off by saying I know very little about cars. I'm a software engineer by trade so please keep that in mind as you respond to my post(s). I know most of the basic components work. I can fix a flat and change my oil but that's about it. Here's my story: I've been contemplating for the past, oh I don't know...year and a half, about buying a new car. I'm at the point in my life (and career for that matter) where I can afford to buy myself something nice. During that time, the Sierra Denali has been front and center in my thinking. I haven't really been thinking about it all that seriously though because I don't really drive that much any…

2000 GMC Sierra Stepside Z71 thinking of putting on a lift kit probably nothing more then 2/3" (would like to still get into garages and drive-thrus) But I am not sure If i should get a suspension lift kit (and all that comes with it) or a body lift kit. What is easier? What will cause more headach in the end? I know the price difference but are there things about a lift kit that most do not pay attention to (ex. driveshaft, axelwrap, etc.)????

Any one think A lawyer could help out here. If brand image is important, I don't think this is helping.

Well I will start a long term road test on the 2012 GMC Terrain on Tuesday. Or should I say my wife will. We just bought her a new 12 Terrain SLT-2 in Mocha Steel with all the options including the 19" wheels less AWD. We have been checking them out for a while. We started looking at the Nox but delayed it as we moved and did some building at the new home. Now that we have gotten through winter we went out to check on what we could do on a deal for a Terrain. Neither of us liked the Terrain when it came out but the larger wheels filling up the wheel;wells made made us take interest. We got a pretty good deal at of all things a GMC only dealer. Bet you don't see many o…

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GM @ Middle East Intl. Motor Show 2008 GMC Terrain Link to Original Article @ DriveArabia The 2007 Middle East International Motor Show in Dubai played host to its very own “world premiere” by General Motors. The new vehicle is the 2008 GMC Terrain for the Middle East market. Of course, this new compact 4WD is already on sale in Europe as the Opel Antara. The softroader is largely based on the Korean-built Chevy Captiva, so we expect similar engine options. It rounds off the GMC line-up perfectly, since the expensive Acadia is too large for most people.

In 1989 GMC stuffed a turbocharged 3.8 liter V6 engine from the legendary 1987 Buick Grand National into an all-wheel drive equipped GMC S-15 engine bay to create the GMC Syclone concept for the Chicago Auto Show. The truck generated favorable interest and people were wondering if a production version was coming. I think we all know the answer to that. In 1990, GM gave the Syclone a thumbs-up. In 1991, the Syclone ripped its way to dealer lots (with a turbo 4.3 V6 instead of the 3.8 GN powerplant). The public's response was great and GMC soon shoehorned the Syclone's turbo 4.3 into the two-door S-15 Jimmy body. The result was the Typhoon. The purpose here is to …

I'm curious, and maybe someone can enlighten me. What killed the Envoy XUV concept, yet the Avalanche and Escalade are doing well! I would think that a mid-size multi-function truck would have solved many needs in the marketplace. Was is overpriced? Did it not perform its multi-tasks well? Did it have any mechanical or functional problems? In that vein, many people have asked for the Nomad concept vehicle..... and GM continues to ignore them, yet it has built 3 iterations of the concept, since the '55-'57 Nomads. It even built a Nomad van for a while, and then discontinued it. Why? Do multi-function vehicles compromise too much? Why hasn't a Colorado-sized version…

Yes it's true, I have a secret fetish. It's time I have come clean as it were. Since I was a boy of 10, I have had a desire to restore and own a GMC New Look (Fishbowl) bus. Am I alone in my desire for a bus or are there more of you out there, closeted in your love for GMC buses? Yes sad as it is, I have even collected pics of these buses over the years much like a normal person who collects pics of cars and trucks. Here is one of my pretty babies, isn't she beautiful?

What would you name the Ute if it comes to the U.S. as a GMC?

I was just looking around some GM sites today and I noticed that the 2006 GMC site is finally up and running.

Spotted a 2012 GMC Sierra sporting the new 'chrome' Z71 decal on Saturday in Lebanon, PA (at Ebersole Buick-GMC): For comparison, here's the Z71 decal used from 2007 through 2011:

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Featu...rticleId=107544 I believe this is the first time that we've seen an extended cab GMT-900 pickup, all the other spy shots have been the crew cab. The front end does look different from the Yukon, adding to what insiders have said about the pickups looking much different from the SUVs.

Article Monday, February 11, 2008 Feds to investigate GM SUV fires Associated Press WASHINGTON -- The government is investigating reports of engine fires in General Motors' full-size sport utility vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says it has received two reports of fires on 2007 model year Chevrolet Tahoe SUVs. Both reports allege that the vehicles were parked in a home garage with the engine shut off when the fires occurred, causing significant property damage. The investigation, which also includes the 2007 GMC Yukon SUV, involves about 423,000 SUVs. General Motors Corp. spokesman Alan Adler says today the company was coope…

2007 GMC Acadia New for 2007 *GMC’s first crossover SUV *Built on new body-frame integral vehicle architecture *Seating for up to eight with agile ride and handling *Sophisticated 3.6L V-6 with variable valve timing *Hydra-Matic 6T75 six-speed automatic transmission *GM’s exclusive Smart Slide® second-row feature for easier access to the third row *Six standard air bags: dual-stage frontal air bags; seat-mounted side-impact air bags in the front row and head curtain side-impact air bags that protect occupants in all three rows Click for More GMC Acadia Info @ GM Media -------------------------------------------------------------- 2007 GMC Canyon New …

I love the GMT-900s but I hate the Yukon's front end... it looks like a smily face. Trucks should be more agressive. Has anyone tried photoshopping the Sierras front ends or even just the headlights onto the new Yukon? I think it would be sweet.

Source: http://news.pickuptrucks.com/2012/09/spied-2014-gmc-sierra-1500-3500.html *Note: view pictures at source link above

Just some previews of what the press said at a recent 2007 Yukon drive: Media Drive Feedback The following are quotes from key media members following the recent Yukon media drive. “The 6.2 (liter engine) is great and I love the 6-speed, buttery-smooth powertrain.” — Mark Williams, Truck Trend “Vehicle is balanced and stable, you feel well planted to the road.” — Bob Gritzinger, AutoWeek “The interiors are spectacular — like you're in a luxury car, not a truck.” — John McCormick “It's clear that everybody's done their homework on these vehicles. Ride, isolation, noise reduction — better in every way.” — John Stewart, Four Wheeler

I just flew into beautiful soggy Orlando, Florida for a convention and decided to rent one of the Lamda trio for the week I am here to see how it handles it's duties day to day. We will be transporting people to the show, 5-7 of them on certain days, as well as showing customers around a few bakeries in the area. Unlike my normal one-person point of view when I rent a car, I want to see how it handles the people and the luggage that goes with them. Also, my wife and I will be considering this truck and the Saturn sibling when her lease is up on our lemon-y unfresh Commander. So at National I pick up an Acadia SLT FWD in bright silver over grey leather. Pretty attrac…

This bad boy was instantly noticed from the main road about 400 feet away! It looked amazing, maybe because it was overcast today, but it really is nice in real life biggrin.gif It was parked at our local GM plant in Marion IN, with alot of other new GM products (GMT 900's), Cadillacs.. etc all with Michigan license plates..

A good review of the Sierra Denali. clicky

It's got your desired powertrain : Pontiac 347 and HydraMatic, supposedly one of 603 units

Has anybody heard yet if the 6 speeds used in the Yukon's will becoming soon to the Sierra's or will it only show up in the Danali package.

While visiting Mr. Goodwrench this week for service at my local GMC dealer, I happened to notice a small brochure titled "The All-New GMC Sierra BUSTS The 2007 Toyota Tundra Urban Legends". I scanned it and have attached it for your viewing pleasure.

Aparently on the new GMT900s if you opt for the Navigation radio you only get a single slot DVD/CD player. No CD changer available like the previous models. This stinks! When you have the Nav CD in the player, you have no option to play music CDs. This seems like a typical GM oversight to me. Even the Caddy does not offer a CD changer. You get one extra slot for 1 more disc. Better, but still not adequate. Comments?

Black with Black Leather more deets and photos on the way when she gets it.

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We all know that GMC has always tried to add a little extra to GM's truck lineup, tell that story here.

Well it happened really fast, but I will soon be the new owner of the Carbon Metallic Acadia SLE AWD with Titanium cloth. I went to the Chicago Auto show and saw the car for the first time in person, took one for a drive two days ago and will soon have one in my driveway. Very impressed by how the car not only looks but also how it drives. I defintely can concur with many others in past posts how nice this vehicle is. Definitely will be a sales hit! At first we had a little problem getting it down to the payments I wanted, and a fair value for my trade, but it all worked out in the end. We moved quick on it because there were alot of extra incentives that ended o…

Spied: 2009 GMC Terrain Pontiac's Torrent migrates to the GMC stable. Link to original Article @ Left Lane News Images and story after the link.

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Spied! 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 Heavy Duty Last month, our spies caught a lightly disguised 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 Heavy Duty pickup out and about, showing off its new three-bar perforated grille that shares styling with the 2010 GMC Terrain midsize crossover. Now, we’ve just received this picture of a completely uncamouflaged 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 dually, which sports a brand new hood that features reverse-power-dome styling with prominent center mounted louvers. It says “Duramax 6.6-liter” on the louver sides, along with the logo for the Duramax’s six-speed Allison transmission. Full Story Here

Steve McQueen's '58 GMC Truck for Sale GMTruckGuy might want to get his checkbook ready (or depending on how Mrs. TruckGuy would feel, hide it ). Autoblog

Hello - My wife and I are looking for another SUV and I'm just curious what you all think of the Suburban vs the Yukon XL and the Yukon XL vs the Escalade ESV. Do you think the significant price hike between the XL and ESV is worth it? As best as I can tell, the noticeable differences are a much better quality trim (leather-wrapped in the Escalade - painted plastic in the Yukon), the Escalade has a Bose 5.1 surround system, a bigger navigation screen and a better ride (IMO.) The downside is, even with my GMS pricing, it's $12k more and it doesn't have Active Fuel Management and FlexFuel (stupid move on GM's part) I appreciate any feedback and insight.

I just sent, through Edmunds, price quote requests to 4 local GMC dealers for a 2007 Sierra. We'll see if they are interested in getting back with me, and what kind of discounts they'll offer. Edmunds says I should be able to buy the truck for $600 under MSRP. The truck I spec'd: 2WD regular cab shortbed SLE1 decor package LY5 5.3L engine G80 locking differential, 3.42 ratio SLE1 Preferred Package Stealth Gray with Dark/Light Titanium interior MSRP: $26,460. I have a purchase price, a downpayment, and a monthly payment ceiling in mind. Now I'll wait to see which dealer responds with the best price. Wish me luck.

TCC Test: 2007 GMC Yukon Denali If you aren't put off by the price or the fuel economy and need something in a full-size SUV with all the comforts of Bill Gates' home, the Denali is your truck. But as fewer customers are willing to clear those hurdles, the day may not be far off that Smithsonian starts clearing a spot next to its locomotive in the museum for vehicles like these. Read "2007 GMC Yukon Denali: The finest, last example?" @ The Car Connection

Spy Shots: 2008 GMC Acadia An unshrouded prototype for the upcoming GMC Acadia crossover has finally broken cover, giving us our first comprehensive look at the this Lambda-based cousin to the Saturn Outlook. And you can see more of the first non-truck GMC inside TheCarConnection today: http://www.thecarconnection.com/Enthusiast...178.A10501.html Pictures:

GMC: Crossing over this fall Automotive News / August 21, 2006 - 6:00 am Acadia: GMC adds a mid-sized crossover called the Acadia for the 2007 model year, built on General Motors' new front-wheel-drive Lambda architecture. The Acadia will be GMC's first crossover and will hit dealerships this fall, soon after Saturn launches its new crossover, the Outlook. The vehicles share the same architecture. The Acadia has three rows of seats and can seat up to eight people. It will be powered by a 3.6-liter, V-6 engine capable of 267 hp. Small crossover: GMC will not get a small crossover. Such a vehicle had been penciled in for the 2009 model year, developed on a shortened …

GMC's Vehicular Diet Future lineup adds crossover but loses other lines 2009 GMC Canyon Sketch by Burns Link to Original Article @ AutoWeek | Published 07/30/07, 11:46 am et AT A GLANCE: FUTURE PRODUCT PLANS 2009 Canyon refreshed 2010 Acadia refreshening likely Sierra refreshed 2011 Small crossover debuts ---------------------- Crossover: A compact crossover will be added for the 2011 model year. Essentially, the vehicle will replace the Pontiac Torrent under the Buick-Pontiac-GMC sales channel strategy. GMC's mission will be marketing trucks; Pontiac's, strictly cars. Acadia: GM likely will freshen the Acadia crossover for the 2010 model year; a V-8 engine may b…

Went to the TEXAS state fair today...and saw all the new trucks (except for the HDs). The leather compares to the leather in my wife's old BMW. It was truly incredible to see that kind of material quality in a pickup. Everything else looked good about those trucks, but the leather was amazing....

Check out the pictures someone ignored the embargo on of the new GMC Zeta. I will not post the pictures here but you cvan see them at Aublog.com Boys I think we are looking at the future and it looks great. We have a Zeta with truck like shoulders. GMC added a hybrid system to this and made a vehicle that would make a joke out of the Toyota and Honda entries in this small unibody truck market. The XT has a V8 and should have many of the abilities of the old 1/2 ton truck but in a more Crossover/Car like platform. I can see this as a way to combate the loss of truck sales and move people to a more higher mileage platform. Now if they could also do this in a l…

http://www.autolinedetroit.tv/journal/?p=5268 How do you care to back up your argument that GM should kill it's most profitable brand?

According to this article, the Tundra is estimated to be outselling the GMT900 Sierra 1500. If this holds it's further proof that GM needs to rationalize its BPG and Chevy lines before Toyota starts outselling Chevy. It's bad enough for Toyota to outsell GMC. Just think how painful it'll be when Chevy gets overtaken. Don't think it won't happen! http://www.pickuptruck.com/html/news/toyot...pastsierra.html

Hey guys, not quite sure if this is where this thread belongs, but hopefully if not, It will get moved. I didn't know if the dealers typically follow a pattern in rebates through the months of the year. I ordered a new 2500HD and it will be here in February. DIdn't know if that was traditionally a bad month and hopefully they usually give bigger rebates then???????? I believe they're somewhere around $1500-2000 now. It will be my first ever new vehicle purchase, so I don't have any past experience with new car rebates to go back on. Thanks in advance.

According to this article it is a distinct possibility. I of course was eyeing this for my next truck to replace my current truck. This combination of a V8 in a small package is very enticing, because I like to offroad a little and this truck would be sweet for this purpose. http://www.autoblog.com/2007/11/13/v8-chev...yed-until-2009/

Weve seen all the new GMCs,lets give our ideas for GMC vehicles: GMC Buffalo(the animal, not the city): A Sierra, but it is riding on the shortened Tahoe Platform.(also an Idea for the Chevy Cheyanne) Thats my only idea , so whats yours?

What makes a GMC a GMC? What is professional grade? GMC designer Jeff Perkins shares how unexpected things liike power tools inspire designs that are uniquely GMC. http://www.youtube.com/gmc?x=us_showcase_90

I'm wanting to buy an Envoy, but before I buy a 2007 I'd like to get a preview of what they are going to change in the redesigned 2008 models. I'd hate to buy a 2007 and then a couple months later wish I had waited for the 2008. However, I don't care for the change of the 2006 Yukon to the 2007 Yukon design. So I don't want to wait too long and not be able to order a 2007 envoy if the 2008 doesn't look very good. Can anyone help or give advice? Thanks

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Does anyone have any information about whether the duramax will be offered in the Yukon XL / Suburban? I always heard the last generation couldn't accomodate the Allison Transmission, and GM wouldn't put any other trans behind the Duramax... but haven't heard if, with the new models, GM was going to offer the D-Max for the Yukon 2500.

As most may have noticed GM has a very wimpy horn for their big trucks in the Silverado/Sierra class. I am looking to put in an new horn in replace of the old. I do not really want to worry about a big rig horn with all the compressor and mounting junk so just a quick replacement for a louder/deeper horn would be great. ANY SUGGESTION???

I think these three 2010 GMC Terrain videos are pretty cool: (this one is the video featured on the GMC.com Terrain sub-website) Enjoy!!

2007 GMC Yukon Denali: The Very Best Just Got Better DETROIT - GMC's most premium full-size SUV offers enhanced features and craftsmanship in 2007 that distinguish it from other models in the segment. It is a comprehensive package of performance, amenities and style that delivers a powerful statement that is unique to GMC. GMC today announced that the all-new 2007 Yukon Denali will be offered with an MSRP of $47,990 (including $875 destination freight charge), $3,070 less than the model it replaces. As announced previously, pricing for the base Yukon begins at $34,690. Yukon Denali exterior styling cues include the iconic chrome grille, different front and rear fasci…

FUEL ECONOMY ESTIMATES (Based on GM testing. Official EPA Estimates not yet available.) 2WD City/Combined: 20 Highway: 21 4WD City/Combined: 20 Highway: 20 http://www.gmc.com/yukonhybrid/index.jsp Keeping in mind a lighter, more aerodynamic LS600hL gets 20/22, 20/20 is very impressive. Regular Yukons 5.3s get 14/20 for 2WD and 14/19 4WD.