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Topic: Which SUV would you buy and why? (range: 25K-40K)
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Black 02 SS
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Remember the man needs to tow, will have kids in it, and a dog in the back. The more "sport" ones like the TBSS and SRT8 Jeep are sick and all but not really what he needs especially if he needs to tow with it. Tahoe/Yukons are always nice, used Escalade if you want more badge. But again I dont know how old the children may be so the factor of them getting the insides dirty and what not. The navigators aren't bad either though.
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Posts: 949 | From: East Bay | Registered: Aug 2005
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1990GT50
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Originally posted by Black 02 SS:
Remember the man needs to tow, will have kids in it, and a dog in the back. The more "sport" ones like the TBSS and SRT8 Jeep are sick and all but not really what he needs especially if he needs to tow with it. Tahoe/Yukons are always nice, used Escalade if you want more badge. But again I dont know how old the children may be so the factor of them getting the insides dirty and what not. The navigators aren't bad either though.
because of all the facts, I would lean HEAVILY towards an extended cab pickup of some sort. Most SUV's really lack when it comes to towing and the newer SUV's tend towards more of a "large car" feeling instead of a "small truck".
I would also reccommend against GM because of their unclear future, as well as the fact that they are poorly built compared to Fords and some others. I dont want to argue about it but I worked at a shop for a few years and those Chevy's/ GMC's just fall apart after about 6-8 yrs. The doors begin to sag, dials on the dash fall off, the motor becomes sluggish.....
The best bang for your buck is definately deisels. Good highway mielage, great power, crazy good aftermarket, etc...
Save yourself some money and get an 01/02 Dodge Diesel. I dont own one but know a few guys with them and they are GREAT. None of them have ever had problems and all of them have over 150k. With this route, you dont haveto worry about the warranty or anything and still have something very reliable, relatively fast, and able to move everything.
Just my .02
Posts: 877 | From: Benicia | Registered: Nov 2002
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Beasty5.0
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Thanks guys for all your feedback. I was leaning toward a Tahoe because my girl likes them, but I'm a bit weary about the future of GM/chevy. I was also looking at the Escape from Ford because it's more in the range of where I should stay and it looks clean IMO, but it's not cut out for towing duty.
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Posts: 1055 | From: San Francisco | Registered: Jun 2003
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iceman302
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Originally posted by Jdub07:
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Originally posted by 87droptop50:
I'd say my choices would be a jeep srt8 , trail blazer ss or a new tahoe .
Yup the SRT8!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
They are fast and they need to be to get you to the service department on time. They're worthless as SUV's... only rated to tow 3500 lbs.
I can personally attest to the TBSS being a great vehicle and they tow very well for their size. The oversized brakes help as well. The only downside is that they're pretty "low rent" and have cheap interiors.
We just bought a fully loaded '08 Nissan Pathfinder V8. It's got every option short of NAV and here's the best part: V8 power and 7 passenger seating in a mid size SUV. And it's rated to tow 7000 lbs. We paid under $27K so its definitely in your price range.
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Posts: 4171 | From: Rancho Murieta | Registered: Oct 2006
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six 5.0
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I test drove an SRT8 and OMG ![[Eek!]](eek.gif) ![[worship]](graemlins/worship.gif) That is one bad ass SUV.
If I had the moo-la, no question that is what I would buy.
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IwishIwasan03COBRA!
Posts: 4425 | From: SAN MATEO | Registered: Aug 2003
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liftedF150
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Originally posted by Beasty5.0:
Thanks guys for all your feedback. I was leaning toward a Tahoe because my girl likes them, but I'm a bit weary about the future of GM/chevy. I was also looking at the Escape from Ford because it's more in the range of where I should stay and it looks clean IMO, but it's not cut out for towing duty.
I have a escape and i drive the shit out of it every day, its a good car but it wouldnt be able to tow a jetski lol
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GO SHARKS!
Posts: 3259 | From: Discovery Bay | Registered: Feb 2002
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drop92
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Get a KIA soul ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif) and see if they will throw in the hamptsters
Posts: 3422 | From: SF | Registered: May 2002
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Termin8Him
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jeep SRT8.... I want one so freaking badly. Hopefully by next year i can get one
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Posts: 389 | From: Fairfield | Registered: Sep 2007
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t top freak
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get a new double cab or extended cab tundra. lots of room for the kiddies (depending on how many you have) and LOTS of power
or maybe the new sequoia.
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Posts: 1023 | From: sacramento | Registered: Dec 2005
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SPIDER_STANG
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Jeep SRT8 all the way!!!!!!!!!! ![[dance]](graemlins/dance.gif)
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Posts: 1722 | From: Bay Area | Registered: Sep 2008
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925GT50
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Buy my sierra its perfect for ya
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Posts: 2443 | From: 925 | Registered: Apr 2003
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Tinner
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Originally posted by JohnB:
03 and up Lincoln Navi. Only real issue they ever have is the air ride suspension. Mine tows with ease, room for 7, and has literally every option you could dream of.
I bought a 06 Navi and we love it,tows great,doesn't feel too big and we haven't had any problems.
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now with a little more power it goes 135mph+ on 18" DRs
Posts: 835 | From: santa rosa | Registered: Apr 2003
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Cuzzon
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White on White HSE Range Rover on 26s.
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Posts: 6498 | From: San Bruno | Registered: Sep 2002
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drop92
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just buy a 4hump camel from ALSTOCK! he sells them even with a 5th hump its very good on H2o
Posts: 3422 | From: SF | Registered: May 2002
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AL STOCK
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Cuzzon
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Originally posted by 302 DROP:
just buy a 4hump camel from ALSTOCK! he sells them even with a 5th hump its very good on H2o
Yeah i got them all day, they are PERFECT for crossin' that Messican border.
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93 Cobra Teal
93 Cobra V Red
90 SSP
SVT Raptor
Huracan Rosso Mars
E63s W213 Selenite Gray
C7Z M7 Daytona Sunrise
Posts: 6498 | From: San Bruno | Registered: Sep 2002
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Gnari-Garage
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I would say Escallade or a Tahoe.
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Posts: 4017 | From: 916-sacramento | Registered: Aug 2003
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