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As for the cladding, if you want white, maybe I could see why the cladding isn't so attractive. But, wait until you clean the vehicle for the first time and find out how much easier it makes it! Not to mention the door ding avoidance it provides.
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Otherwise, I am very interested in the Av...I was originally looking at a Rendezvous, but then I caught sight of the Av and was very impressed. Granted, the mileage isn't as good, but it make much more sense to haul stuff on the 'outside' than on the 'inside'. Besides, I started looking at safety, especially for folks riding in the rear seat of the RDV, and figured that if I was going to get rear-ended, I'd rather be in a pickup than a SUV whose rear seat is mere inches from the back end of the vehicle.
Thanks in advance,
Bruce
-- Don
Did you do any Mods to yours.. I pretty much get about 15 MPG no matter what with my 1500 4X4 ext cab with 5.3.
Most of my driving is city - average speed is 25MPH and I get between 15.25 - 15.75.
The only other problem is removing and replacing two carseats everytime you need to extend the bed to its full 8-foot length. This gets very tedious. Although, on the bright side, you have an excuse not to do the conversion for every mook that comes along.
I went to a dealership today, but of course it was closed...Are the reat seats the 'locking' kind, where if you extend the belt all the way out, and let it go back, they will lock in? If that's the case, then I shouldn't have a problem...Its only the seat-belts are DON'T lock that cause me problems...Then I might have to use a H-clip to get it to work...
I'm also going to try and talk the salesman into letting me take an AV home for a day or so, so I can drive it around more than just a test drive to make sure it is what I want...After all, a 30K vehicle is one heck of an investment.
Thanks again,
Bruce
Not sure if it matters but I have always used 5W30.
We have both of our kids in the same 5-point harness seat, one on each side. Our 5 year old is small for his age. Maybe he would grow if we just used the seat as a booster and used the lap/shoulder belt. ha ha
Don't hesitate on buying an AV. I watched the progression of the AV on the internet for over a year (starting before it was produced), read every thread on this site and looked at information on other trucks I was considering (i.e. F-150/250, Ram, 1500 and 2500 Chevy/GMC crewcabs).
I test drove the AV a couple of times, my wife loved it and so did I but I still didn't buy (I get buyer's remorse easily). My wife was getting tired of me talking about buying a truck and told me just to buy one. I had talked myself out of the AV for various reasons/concerns (which have turned out to not be a problem) and decided on a 1500K CC. Test drove one at a different dealership than the one I had drove the AV. When I got done with the 1500K CC test drive I immediately drove to the original dealership (I liked their style better) and bought my AV THAT DAY!!!
I have not looked back and have NEVER regretted my decision. I have not had one ounce of buyer's remorse (which I might add is EXTREMELY unusual for me). I once spent 2 years looking for the right watch to buy and after spending all of $50 on it still wondered if I bought the right on. I know, pathetic, but my point is I never buy spur of the moment and always have some regret after buying but not with the AV.
I could not be happier with my AV. It is the best vehicle I have owned. I still get excited when I leave the office and see it waiting for me in the parking lot. I love to drive that truck.
Hope this helps
Hmmm can u say Hypertech III and Flowmasters!!! LOL
However, if I am lucky, GMAC will be doing the lease-out program in Sep, when I am 6 months out, and I can get out of the lease for nothing, and if I am REALLY lucky, they'll still be doing rebates of some kind at that time...
Until then, I'll just have to be patient and stick with my Impala until things are so upside-down...
Bruce
Dealer has offered me a deal on a Pewter 4wd, AN3 power leather buckets, Z71 off-road package, 3.73 axle, ZM9 convienence package, CF5 sunroof, BVE assist steps, and V54 luggage carrier. The sticker is $38,446 plus $720 destination.
Vehicle was "returned" after previous buyer's financing fell through (noted a February temp tag on the rear bumper). It has 600 miles on it and is missing the 3 piece bed cover. Dealer has offered to sell for $23,978 plus $1,421 for replacement bed cover. $25,399 "feels" like a good price. Vehicle is considered new with full warranty and the $2,002 rebate is figured into the above price. By my calculation the "invoice" is $34,295 less the $2,002 rebate or $32,293.
I am concerned about the 3.73 axle regarding my towing requirements, but could probably get by since I tow infrequently anyway.
What do you guys think? Do this deal, or wait for 2003 model and try to order my first choice? All opinions/suggestions are welcomed. Hopefully I will be in a position to start contributing to this message board in the near future. Thanks!
-- Don
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Some people seem concerned about theft. Well, here are a few inexpensive steps you can take to cut it down further. Put on a locking gas cap (Stant part 11591 - $10) and locking lug nuts (Use a 7/8" O-Ring or rubber band to retain the wheel cover plastic lug). Always lock with the key fob and I recommend Onstar which will track a thief. Maybe you have noticed, the windows are etched with ID #s so unless the AV is "chopped" there is a good chance of recovery should it get stolen!
And remember, "flash" your fellow AV Owners. We are in good company! We've got an SUV that converts to a truck that rides like a car.
Well, GM designed a CUTTING edge design, not an imitation of all the other trucks out there. And yet, I'm beginning to think admirers outnumber loathers... Today, I took my new truck to Les Schwab (I know, I know, it's too early to be looking at 20" wheels and 3" lift...). I just went in for some lug nuts... I parked discreetly, and yet, 3 people came out to look over the AV. All praised the design and thought the red looked fantastic. Actually, the contrast sorta grows on you. The paint is so easy to keep clean and the cladding protects from door dings, rock chips, and dirt!
I was "very bad" and took my new AV "off the speedo" today. Well, at over 100, it is as smooth and steady as a rock! I always have to see how fast a vehicle will go. Tomorrow, I'll have my buddy pace me in his T/A. Anybody know the TRUE top speed of this beast???
Happy Trails, and keep on "Flashing."
AVNUT
-- Don
glass roof over the cargo area. Might be the compromise I am looking for between a large pickup (AVA) and a small pickup.
Jim
This isn't a safety measure is it?
Thanks in advance, Mike
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option. So you would be safe on any
warranty issues. I live in northern NY
and haven't seen any with plows yet...
I currently have a 01 2500 xcab and
use it to plow. NO problems at all....Geo