Taking a step

[ocnblu]

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.

Edited December 6, 2006 by ocnblu

[Flybrian]

New or Classic?

[FAPTurbo]

New or Classic?

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This guy might know the answer?

For all you 80's buffs. :AH-HA_wink:

[BigPontiac]

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:  $26,425.

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.

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Good luck! I test drove an SLE2 Crewcab 4x4 with the 5.3 and Z71 package...and it drove great! The steering is SO much better! The dealership asked me what I'd "want" in an extended cab as they were placing orders...so in THEORY they could order the truck that I want...but we'll see. I'm still debating between the 5.3 and the 6.0...and the SLT x-cab 4x4 with 6.0 is pushing 40K...SO I may need to wait a bit on that!

[ocnblu]

Mr. Fly, that's new style, sir. No way I'm looking at an old style one now.

[ocnblu]

Well, I heard from two of the four dealerships I contacted so far, both thanking me for my interest in the 2007 Sierra crewcab.

Even though I checked the box requesting only email correspondence, both places called my house and left messages in addition to the emails.

I wrote back to both clarifying what I'm looking for. Hopefully now, everything will gel.

[Guest YellowJacket894]

Hope you can get a kick ass truck, Blu.

[ocnblu]

Thanks, Mr. Jacket. I've already got one bottom line price from one of the dealers, and it's better than I hoped.

[Northstar]

Good luck. Can you get a manual with the 5.3?

[Raider]

No more manuals shifts. They are gone.

[GMTruckGuy74]

Good luck with this Ocn... your Colorado is very nice, but I think you'll be happier in a full-sizer again. Plus you choose GMC, so you know you're getting my on this one! Definitely keep us posted on what happens.

Btw, I snuck into the local Buick-Pontiac-GMC dealership yesterday to grab the all-new 2007 Sierra and 2007 Acadia brochures. Only one regular cab Sierra pictured in the entire booklet, and not even a good shot at that (at least it was pictured in the dark blue ). I was thinking we'd get the OUTLOOK when the Envoy lease expires in 2008, especially because of the other two Saturns in the driveway, but the pictures of the Acadia in its brochure definitely have caught my attention. It will be a tough choice come summer of 2008 (this time, we're looking to buy rather than lease - family duty (trips, short & long) will be its primary responsibility).

Ocn, I will say that if you end up getting the all-new 2007 Sierra, I will be jealous!

[caddycruiser]

Sounds great--hope it works out

Edited December 6, 2006 by caddycruiser

[ocnblu]

Nah, I had an '02 Silverado of the same style (it was a "Base Plus" with 4.8 and I modded it a bit), it was a nice truck, but I want the improvements everyone is raving about, plus, I really like the style of the new ones.

[caddycruiser]

Good luck with this Ocn... your Colorado is very nice, but I think you'll be happier in a full-sizer again.  Plus you choose GMC, so you know you're getting my on this one!  Definitely keep us posted on what happens.

Btw, I snuck into the local Buick-Pontiac-GMC dealership yesterday to grab the all-new 2007 Sierra and 2007 Acadia brochures.  Only one regular cab Sierra pictured in the entire booklet, and not even a good shot at that (at least it was pictured in the dark blue ).  I was thinking we'd get the OUTLOOK when the Envoy lease expires in 2008, especially because of the other two Saturns in the driveway, but the pictures of the Acadia in its brochure definitely have caught my attention.  It will be a tough choice come summer of 2008 (this time, we're looking to buy rather than lease - family duty (trips, short & long) will be its primary responsibility). 

Ocn, I will say that if you end up getting the all-new 2007 Sierra, I will be jealous! 

         

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Yeah, I don't know what I was reading when I wrote that--I must have just seen the word old somewhere.

Are regular cabs on any lots yet, or even in production?

[ocnblu]

Yeah, there's a thread about Fort Wayne starting regular and extended cab production up in the Chevy truck section.

[caddycruiser]

Yeah, there's a thread about Fort Wayne starting regular and extended cab production up in the Chevy truck section.

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Yeah, so there's still at most only a few out there right now. Pretty limited supply, I would think.

[ocnblu]

This would be a factory order, so I can get it just the way I want it, no dealer search.

[caddycruiser]

Well, sounds good, and knowing how most GM dealers operate, getting a great deal on even such a new model shouldn't be any problem at all.

Trading or selling the Colorado?

[ocnblu]

Trading or selling is up in the air right now. If anyone here wants my Colorado, PM me. It's been great, but a new toy calls. By factory ordering, I have 6-8 weeks before it comes in, normally, so I have a few weeks to decide.

Well, tonight I put 2 dealers against each other. One dealership about 15 miles away quoted a lower price than the one 6 miles away, so I asked if they could match it. If they can match, I am going to go ahead with this.

[caddycruiser]

That sounds like it was easy enough--always seems to be with GM products and dealers in general.

[ocnblu]

Well, tada... I ordered my new truck tonight.

[PONTIAC06]

Congratulations!

[Farkas]

Awesome!

I'm sure the next few weeks are going to go by incredibly slooooooooow

Can't wait to see pictures, thats for sure!

Edited December 9, 2006 by Farkas

[DetroitNut90]

Sounds good! I spec'd one out myself...that's a lot of money for only 2 doors, but I'm sure it'll be worth every penny.

[ocnblu]

I'm excited! Thanks all, for the encouragement. Edited December 9, 2006 by ocnblu

[FAPTurbo]

[MGZ06]

When is it expected to arrive? Congrats on the new truck!

[ocnblu]

Well, the salesguy could only give me the standard "6 to 8 weeks" line, which is what I expected, but he says he will keep me informed each time GM sends an update on the progress. Thanks again.

[VenSeattle]

Congrats Ocn. I missed this topic completely. Can't wait to see the pics!

[caddycruiser]

Great news. And any decision on the Colorado yet?

[ocnblu]

I'd happily sell it and make more money on it than trading, but I'm within my target trading it in.

If anyone is interested, PM me. I may list it here in the appropriate section in the next few weeks.

[GMTruckGuy74]

Congrats on the GMC purchase/order ocnblu... you know you have my seal of approval on this one! Please keep us informed of it's progress, and promise us that you'll take many, many, many pictures when it arrives.

The SKY would be in trouble if a SPORTSIDE BED option returns for teh GMT-900 pickups. I could really dig a 2007 Sierra Regular Cab Sportside Bed Z71 4wd (assuming the bed design looks good). I sure do hope GM brings this option back.

[RBB]

Congratulations on the purchase of the new vehicle, blu! I'm sure you'll be pleased with your new Toyota minivan. Sure, it may be somewhat emasculating, but you're assured of years of trouble (and pleasure)-free driving.

-RBB

[capriceman]

Congrats but why no 4wd? It gives the truck a nice stance plus its there if you every take it off-roading

[ocnblu]

RBB, whatchoo smokin' boy? :AH-HA_wink:

Cappy, I decided that G80 is all I need.

Edited December 12, 2006 by ocnblu

[RBB]

RBB, whatchoo smokin' boy? :AH-HA_wink:

Cappy, I decided that G80 is all I need.

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Wait, did you say Sierra or Sienna?

-RBB

[ocnblu]

Dagnabit, you're right. I should have posted this thread in the "other guys" section. :AH-HA_wink: Edited December 13, 2006 by ocnblu

[ocnblu]

Bleh, sigh... it's only been 3 weeks as of yesterday. I'm thinking of camping out at the GMC dealership.

[GMTruckGuy74]

Hey buddy, I know how you feel... while it only took 8 weeks (2 months) from the time the order was accepted until it arrived at the dealership, just waiting for the SKY ordering to open up felt like an eternity. You have to remember that GM/Saturn showed the darn thing for over a year before they allowed orders to be placed. I first laid my eyes on one at the February '05 Philly show, and didn't get to place my order until 13 months later. Then I had to wait an additional two months for it to be built & shipped. While you're excited about your new truck (and so am I - can't wait to see pics of it), your wait won't be nearly as long as mine was

[Satty]

Almost 4 weeks now, have they told you anything yet? Have you decided what to do with the 'Rado?

[ocnblu]

All I know so far is, GM has received my order and put it in their order bank. Today is 4 weeks.

I am hoping to sell my Colorado, and I'll put an ad in here probably this weekend. It's gonna be hard to know when to put a local ad in, although I think my boss will let me use something if it goes before my Sierra comes in.

[aaaantoine]

Does that Colorado have a manual?

I hear Cort's sister is looking for a truck like that.

[ocnblu]

Yes, it does have a manual.

[NOS2006]

Congratulations, oblu! Enjoy the hell out of the truck and keep us updated into ownership!

I expect a thread full of pictures, and no threads that deal with you getting rammed by a Toyota.

[Satty]

I expect a thread full of pictures, and no threads that deal with you getting rammed by a Toy Yoda.

[K.C.]

Congrats ocn! It'll be here before you know it. What equipment level and options did you get?

[ocnblu]

Satty, that toy Yoda is sooo going on the dashboard of my new truck.

K.C., it's gonna be an SLE1 regular cab shortbed 2WD in Stealth Gray with Ebony interior, 5.3L, G80 locking rear end, and Preferred Package.

[K.C.]

Congrats ocn. I like the color you chose. How come you are going from a 4x4 to a 2wd truck?

[ocnblu]

Global warming.

No but, seriously, I like the "sport truck" look of this bodystyle, and I think the G80 locker will get me where I need to go on the few days a year we actually have difficulty travelling in snow. I'm already checking out exhaust systems online. Now that I'm going back to a V8, I want loud pipes! A hard tonneau cover, smooth, flat, bodycolor tailgate topper and chrome handles and mirror caps are also a good possibility.

Edited January 7, 2007 by ocnblu

[K.C.]

Wow, all that and a new NASCAR Tshirt. Now all you need is a mullet and you will be set!

Seriously, I was just curious as to why some people go from a 4by to a 2by. I don't think I could ever do it up here. My first years up here in Canada I had a 2by truck and it was horrible. Thanks for filling me in bud.