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to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 12:06:18 PM

bohemianjsr

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Hello, I have joined this forum to see if I can get last minute advice on the following. My wife is adamant about buying a Hummer H3, she is going on this strictly on looks and capacity to haul 5 adults and her 2 dogs confortably. I--I swore never to buy another GM car because I have had such bad luck with the quality example: After replacing an engine on my 1999 Jeep Grand Cherookee due to a thrown rod thru the block (yes the car was properly maintained) at a bit north of 80,000 miles, I had another engine failure due to overheating (blocked thermostat? defective water pump) which even after I had fixed the problem and mucho diner later, I was left with a noisy engine due to burnt bearings.....so I sold the Heep and bought what I consider a marke of off road vehicle: 80 series land cruiser.

I have put the vehicle thru some good paces, including a 3K mile trip to mexico (river crossings, hundreds of dirt road travelling etc. etc.) and never skips a bit. So I will say I am a bit biased now. I have also owned a 94 pathfinder in the past (pleased) , and a 96 blazer (not impressed.)

I was steering my wife to consider a 100 series land crusier instead, maybe a 4runner (which she has already owned) but can't convince her past the bling attraction of the hummer.

So, please advice me on what to look out for if we look for a 06 used model with few miles.
I've read reviews on the 06 model as being a bit sluggish, which the 07 higher capacity engine addresses quite well.

Pros and cons of buying a hummer. Please be objective.

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 12:07:31 PM

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"diner" meant to say dinero: mucho dinero later

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 12:31:53 PM

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JEEP is a Chrysler product

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 12:39:43 PM

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"JEEP is a Chrysler product" I should have said an American Brand. I found one: Head problems.

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 12:46:27 PM

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5 adults and 2 dogs will be pretty tight.

Sounds like you are a Toyota Fan.
The Land Cruiser is bigger for sure and so it's price.
There is a cylinder head issue on some of the early 2006 models.
The I5 in 2007 has more HP. In 2008 there will be a V8 Alpha version

I would recommend the Adventure and Lux Pacakge and get the sunroof.
I think the quality is great including the fit and finish.
The ride is wonderfull, gas mileage is good for what you get. It seems very stable on and off road.
Off road is where the H3 realy shines!

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 1:05:14 PM

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Our H3 was basically my wife's idea too. Regardless of the fact that I am a GM fan, I can still give you a totally objective and scientific answer:

Trust me on this one, you'll be much happier buying whatever your wife wants!

If you decide to "go for it" look for one with Monsoon sound system, trailer hitch, heated seats, and at least the Lux package. Exclusive Hummer only dealers will also give you great service experience so you really have nothing to worry about. Also, don't forget to wave back to other Hummer drivers since you are joining the team instead of buying just another truck!

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 1:10:01 PM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: NJTEX

Our H3 was basically my wife's idea too. Regardless of the fact that I am a GM fan, I can still give you a totally objective and scientific answer:

Trust me on this one, you'll be much happier buying whatever your wife wants!

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 3:19:16 PM

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I like the adventure package due to it's locking rear diff. BTW, I had fun testing the H3 at Vegas. I forget where it was but for $10 or so you had a pick of 3 cars to drive, I took out the K3 on the off road course they had available.

I would imagine if we buy an 06, it is a gamble on the head and valve problem. If we do buy I will make sure to visit back more often. Maybe some H3 fans around the coachella valley can look me up and go on some rides locally (Joshua Tree)

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 3:31:03 PM

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here we go again....we all know jap cars NEVER need repair...hell I think most import dealers don't even have a service department...just have a jiffy lube for il changes

as far as buying a used 06 and having it be a gamble...there is a gamble on ANY used car you purchase..just the way of life. If it's a new leftover 06 your talking about then no, no real gamble...if it does have the head/valve issue it wil be repaired with the warrenty.

Can't convince the wife past the Bling factor of the h3....WTF does that mean...sounds like your just another troll. Don't be upset cause our h3's will out wheel your precious foreign POS trucks. Buy your littly yuppy landrover and be happy....leave the real trucks to guys/gals that know what to do with them.

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 4:14:10 PM

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Import Killer, you are funny. As far as used cars go yes they are a gamble. try bying a brand new jeep paying for $$ss in maintenance and having the engine blow up 80,000 miles into it. try also the rest of the bay components crapping out a few miles later. Wake up import killer, don't think the Hummers aren't bling? You obviously haven't spent time in LA.....Which by the way, the hip hop culture is ruinning the hardcore image of your rigs when they slap 24" inch rims on them...Hence "them rims are blinging" terms and such.

I'll pass on the land rover. for the same realibity reasons as other brands. Reliabilty stats do exist. they are out there.....

"Buy your littly yuppy landrover and be happy....leave the real trucks to guys/gals that know what to do with them." that is funy. I am sure the rest of the forum does not support that ignorant statement.

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 4:16:11 PM

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NJTEX has it right so far, buy what the wife wants....indeed njtex indeed.

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 7:23:31 PM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: bohemianjsr

NJTEX has it right so far, buy what the wife wants....indeed njtex indeed.

I'm not a genious, it took a long time but my wife has trained me quite well over the years. On the other hand, after working for an import brand corporate office for 20 years, I now make a nice living suppling the parts and service departments for 6 of the top import brands.

Regarding the import vs. domestic issue, the old saying is really true: "They all cook with the same gas".

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/10/2007 8:07:11 PM

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I SAY BUY THE H3, YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED.

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/11/2007 5:57:16 AM

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Two days into my H3 ownership (2007) and so far so good.

My friend drives an Land Rover LR3 and I want a Land Cruiser or Mercedes G55 Kompressor - but alas I can't afford them.

At the end of it, for me, the $25k Base Hummer is tough to beat in terms of looks & character.

Not to mention that it's actually a very nice ride: easy to drive, light clutch, light steering, VERY maneuverable, very quiet ride, those potholes feel like nothing. I LOVE it and I was never a GM fan.

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RE: to buy or not to buy - 5/11/2007 7:38:48 AM

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I have to say go with what the wife wants too. WHY should the man always get to govern what we drive??? I wanted mine, got it and love it...let her get it and then if it has probs you can then ding her with the old "I told you so!" LOL...Besides most any H3 you buy is still going to have a warranty anyway - if not, then look for one with less mileage. Hubby was the same way...did not want me to get the H3 for various reasons - the biggest being that it was a 1st production year..I won out of course! I will say if she is thinking of hauling 5 people and 2 dogs (unless they are small) it will be a tight fit as Dan said. While it is "roomy" it is a bit narrower and I find the cargo space lacks a bit. If thats what she wants then buy her an H2! LOL..as for your jeep...80K miles is quite a lot actually (IMO) and problems start happening as vehicles get older and more mileage. I was a 3 time jeep (Grand Cherokee) owner with never any probs other than 1 power window motor replacement at 65K miles and the carwash broke a mirror that the guys forgot to bend in (and then of course said ohhhh noooo we didn't do that! LOL!) I stuck a screw in it to keep it in place and sold her. And remember...if Mama aint happy..aint no one happy!

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