Hello,

I have been looking into purchasing a used Hummer H3 lately, and wanted to get some advice / input on the purchase. It seems that you can pick up a used H3 with relatively low miles (under 40k) for around 20k. I am seeing a lot of 07's - 09's for around 20k. This seems moderately low, as the MSRP for these vehicles are 30k - 40k. Does the resale value of these vehicles deteriorate this greatly that quickly? Is there any advice you guys can give me to guide me through this purchase process? Anything i should be concerned about? Are replacement OEM parts going to cost me an arm and a leg to get fixed? Are these vehicles prone to repairs? Any years which i should be concerned about quality control?

Any input is GREATLY appreciated!

Thanks,
Ben

 

Yes, the resale value does drop that quickly from new to a couple years old. But that is a good thing for those willing to buy one thats 2-3 years old.

I'd look at the 08's and try to find one with lower mileage. You'll have a good rig for many years to come.

 

might be a good plan to buy if youre concerned, peace of mind, at a price.

im convinced they last a long time, and thye lo resale,great for us.

i never buy thinking of resale,,too much thinking,,have fun

tom

 

Thanks for the input guys! Is there any years which i should be concerned about quality control? Are there many substantial differences between the 07's and 08's?

 

Go with an 08. The 07's had some transmission problems that led to the steering binding. Mine was done for free under warrenty. However, Consumer Reports states the 07 is the most reliable. Just make sure the trannie was fixed.

Frankly, I would go with an H2 now that production has ceased. I traded my H3 in for an H2 and have never looked back.

 

Chubosco,

That's good to know about the 07 transmission issues! Was this a factory recall, or about how many will you notice the transmission issues?

Looks like the hunt begins for a white or black 08 with the two tone beige / black interior with low miles!

Thanks for all the information!

- Ben

 

sounds like he was refering to the plastic shift fork breaking in transfer cases leaving the h3 in lock mode.
should have been recalled bt not.
i dont know when the fork was done in alum. i ran a 07 up to 56000 with no trbl,,loved it. got a fresh adventure b4 they were all gone.

theres abt 92 new h3 in usa today

tom

my dealer had over 20 at end sept,now 13,,1,ONE,adv in black
if i had $ id buy a spare! its a strange feeling to see them go ,and know theres no more commin!

 

good advice