H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes them sound like a fool)
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H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes them ... - 8/2/2006 6:16:01 PM
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HummerGuy
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I'm new to the forums, and wanted to find out if others get the same reactions I do. These reactions being the following:
"We all know you have the money because you drive the Hummer"
"Why would you drive to work every day? Don't you get like 8 miles per gallon?"
"Hey, YOU are the one driving around the $60,000 car, YOU pay for lunch!"
"Stick? Why would you buy a stick?"
"That's not a real Hummer (which technically it isn't), It's just a toy"
"You're just helping the middle-east get richer"
"Why would you want something that rough to drive every day?"
or my personal favorite (because of various mods my wife wanted me to buy)
"Why don't you just have your entire H3 dipped in Chrome?" 
Most of the people that critisize the price are the same ones that drive, let's see, a Lexus SC400, a fully-loaded Acura MDX, a Olds Alero, etc.
Most of these people completely changed their mind once they rode in my H3. It gets comparable gas mileage to most of the vehicles listed above, is definitely cheaper, and smoother. I drove my Sis-in-law's Merc 400/430 SUV ( I think that is the one ) and what a rough ride. They also have a brand new Pathfinder SE fully loaded, and that is rough also compared to the H3.
The big reason I think people are so afraid of the H3 is because they make false assumptions about the performance and price. You really do get a great vehicle for a great price, that is definitely the best in the price range for off-roading. If GM was SMART (dare I say) they would emphasize the price/value a little more and not just market the vehicle as a cool lookin SUV. I must have given a speech a dozen times about how much more "your" car is then mine, and how my H3 handles the road like you are driving a pillow compared to some of these upper-class cars. Give me a break.
My friend has a Ford Expedition. He thinks he can take it off-roading. I have nothing against those SUV's, and actually like his, BUT, there is such low ground clearance that I seriously doubt it would get very far in an extreme situation. He also thinks that his 40K expedition is less expensive then my H3. HA to him I say :)
Anyway, I am curious as to how many of these reactions other people have received. I have yet to go off-roading, but that is because there sure isn't many places in Chicago to do that, but there is one in Indiana (an off-road park) that I may visit in a couple of weeks. Hopefully after that, I will still have a reason to be here :)
< Message edited by HummerGuy -- 8/2/2006 6:17:23 PM >
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RE: H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes t... - 8/8/2006 3:30:17 PM
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Dawg19
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I get these reactions often. I live in an upper middle class city; so these types are vehicles are fairly common. I get my share of negatives, but find now that most are positive. People ask me how I like it and if it is a rough ride. It is definetly rougher than my previous Jeep Grand Cherokee. Coil springs are more comfortable than leaf springs.
As for the 40K Expedition, you are driving a comparable vehicle. I paid 42K for my H3 (although it is loaded). I am not ashamed to be driving a nice car, nor will I make any excuses for it. I work hard and did not steal it. I put my time in getting educating and working the crap jobs to get to where I am today. Enjoy the fruits of your labor and screw anyone who comes across as jealous. I guarantee you, you have worked harder for your Hummer than they did for their Camaro.
That concludes my sermon for today.
Dawg19
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RE: H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes t... - 8/8/2006 4:50:04 PM
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HummerGuy
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I agree with you 100%. That is the point I was trying to make actually. Very well-worded my friend :)
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RE: H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes t... - 8/8/2006 6:22:08 PM
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Dawg19
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I is a college graduate--lol. Considering the subject, that was a hilarious screw-up. Oh well, even educated people make mistakes. Thanks for pointing out my blunder.
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RE: H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes t... - 8/8/2006 6:58:38 PM
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HummerGuy
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Well, I grew up on welfare and food stamps even when my single mother worked full-time, but actually made something of myself and broke that cycle. Don't worry though, I won't take offense to that ;-) I know what you mean.
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RE: H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes t... - 8/8/2006 7:07:56 PM
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Linus Gump
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quote:
ORIGINAL: HummerGuy
Well, I grew up on welfare and food stamps even when my single mother worked full-time, but actually made something of myself and broke that cycle. Don't worry though, I won't take offense to that ;-) I know what you mean.
You and me both. Except it was my Dad and I living in the back of a pickup for a while, before we moved into a travel trailer. I am the first in my family to go to college, and even though I have had several oppertunities to have higher paying jobs doing what I do now, I have passed them up to stay in school because the road lined with easy money is filled with bottemless pot holes the size of semis.
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RE: H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes t... - 8/8/2006 7:26:41 PM
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Dawg19
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Hummerguy,
I certainly meant no offense by my comments. I was commenting on people that make rude remarks about the H3 and the people who drive them. I know that there are a lot of hard working people out there who have come into unfortunate circustances.
It is true though that most of the people that make rude comments are just jealous not only of your H3, but your station in life.
Dawg19
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RE: H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes t... - 8/8/2006 9:45:44 PM
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HummerMike
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HummerGuy, I know what you mean. I've been flipped off, cut off, looked at crooked, you name it. At gas stations, it usually turns into talking to someone about the H3 because they immediatley think you're rich and you drive a gas guzzling rig. For those that flip you off or whatever while driving, just wave and smile. I've tried to get GM to add a machine gun to the hood but until then, wave a smile. That REALLY burns them up! For those that you talk to, give them the truth about the H3. It's a mid-size Hummer, very affordable and gets around 20 mpg's. That's usually enough to stop them in their tracks and say, "you get better mileage than my trailblazer". :)
That's my 2 cents on the subject.
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RE: H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes t... - 8/9/2006 8:41:23 AM
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HummerGuy
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I took NO offense to anything you guys said. Don't even worry about it. I'm one of the most laid-back friendly people there is out there. I actually like seeing people that are able to say "I made it" even though the odds were always against you. It makes you a better person when you get older and gives you a better perspective into what people have to go through in life.
I was actually trying to be sarcastic in a funny way, even though I'm telling the truth. I have had about 11 cars in my 30 years of life (yes I know that's crazy) and this is, by far, my favorite. I am also the first one in my family to go to college, but my sister (who is a leutenant in the Navy) was the first to beat me to graduation. I switched majors, literally, 4 or 5 times until I decided what I wanted to do.
Anyway, please don't think I took offense to anything. I truely didn't. I was just trying to be funny, in my not-so-intelligent way. I do that sometimes!
< Message edited by HummerGuy -- 8/9/2006 9:00:36 AM >
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RE: H3 Misconceptions - What people don't know (makes t... - 8/9/2006 9:02:53 AM
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HummerGuy
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You are right. I correct everybody at work, especially my friend who paid 45k for his fully-loaded MDX and says my $27k H3 (thank you GM discount) is more money. Too bad he pays about twice as much insurance as I do. What a shame....
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