2007 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra - First Impressions

rockylee

huh ?

I wonder if your used truck was in a wreck pal ????

Rocky

johnmajor

Yes the Bose is order code: UQA

The deliveries will start in February from the factory. So I think March is probably right!

rockylee

I know their is a Bose, but is it the Bose 5.1 that plays DVD-Audio discs in Dolby Digital Surround Sound like found in the Escalade, EXT, Acadia ????

Thanx,

Rocky

P.S. I can't wait for ya.

jlencke

Chrmdome, why 10 to 12 weeks? I ordered a 07 extended cab LTZ package with the 6.0 on Dec 26 and my dealer here in Neb said 4 to 6 weeks.

obyone

"The grill on the GMC was like a huge gaping mouth ready to swallow you whole."

A big mouth bass?

dagolfer

I too was concerned about the 80's problem with the 8/4 cylinder effort. I posed this question to the local GM service manager and was advised the old problem with that system was oil was not being distributed to the cylinders properly when 4 cylinders shut down. The new system is totally redesigned and is warranted for 100,000 miles.

Regarding the 4.8 versus the 5.3 with fuel management. I had an 05 Silverado with the 4.8 and had all the power I needed. Average gas mileage was 17.5. Now I have the 2007 Silverado with 5.3 and fuel management (2,000 miles) and have an average MPG of 14.5. You do the math. I drive alot of highway miles and do not pull anything.

dick2

YOU SHOULDN'T HAVE ANY TROUBLE PULLING THAT WEIGHT WITH THAT HP.

rockylee

You will get better mpg after it gets broken in. My buddy at work is only getting 13.1 mpg in his 06' Toyota on the highway. Is your Silverado shutting down to 4-cylinders on cruise control ?????

Rocky

dagolfer

Local Dealer says gas mileage should improve at 5,000 to 7500 miles.
Yes, at cruise when on a level ground, the system shuts down to 4 cylinders. But as soon as there is a slight grade or head wind it is back to 8 cylinders.

DaGolfer

rockylee

Yeah the DOD system I heard is quite sensitive. I'd like to see GM improve the sensitivity of this system. The good thing is this fall the 2-mode will be available and should jump fuel economy gains to 25 mpg avg. 30 mpg might be possible on a level street with the 2-mode and DOD.

Rocky

sky33

sky33

I have been looking for a reason to get back into a GM as I grew up on them. However, due to the many quality issues I went to foreign makes and have been pretty happy. Well now that the general has come out with these two pick-ups, I really like both of them more so the GMC styling. Now that the Tundra is coming out I think that might be the better choice. I think GM's trucks stack up well with the tundra however, as with all the generals products you worry how they'll hold up after five years. Believe me I've had my share of GM cars that at some point you have to open the passenger door to get in the car because the other door doesnt'work :-). How do others feel about these two pick-ups (Tundra/Chevy-GMC) Do you trust GM's quality now?

KCRam

...we invite you to jump in the existing Toyota Tundra vs Chevy Silverado discussion. We expect this to heat up as the Tundra begins to make its presence.

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overt

I've had my 2007 Silverado Ext Cab Z-71 for two weeks now and i'm totally impressed with it. This will be my 10th Chevy pickup and other then some very minor issues that were covered by the warranty these trucks are worth the investment. My past trucks were used for Search and Rescue work hauling both team members and equipment into the "back 40" and there was never an issue. The trucks did their job. That is a big selling feature with me.

evergreen

I have a 2000 Sierra with the 5.3 and made a trip from Oregon to Denver and back during the holidays. I got 20 mpg overall. I get about 17-18 mpg in normal mixed driving around here. I am very pleased. The truck has been trouble free except for that rear spring slap some Sierra/Silverados get. I was told I could spend $100 to have some lubricant applied which may be of some benefit but since it only happens on really rough roads I haven't done anything about it.

mike614

Hi....
I am in the process of ordering a new 2007 1500 GMC Sierra. I was going to upgrade the exhaust system to a Cat-Back touring version. Supposedly it has throaty purr. Is this true, does anyone know what it sounds like, and does any one have this system? I don’t want an extremely loud system, but something that makes a nice sound.

liljoker7921

Is their a 6 disc changer if i am using the nanigation system along with the rear enteratainment and if so how does it work with the music and all that... i want to purchase one but just need minor spec help i read it has a six disc but anohter website said that only one into the machine then anohter for the gps map system...i am just so lost

flounder2

I just bought a 07 silver loaded, with nav system, only on disc player. You can't get the six disc changer with the nav system. It is a great truck really like it. Was going to look at the Tundra but I think they keep the secret too long, there must be some thing wrong with it. What say you.

Pete

KCRam

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tpj1959

I have driven nothing but Toyota's and Nissans for most of my life. Last year I purchased a 2006 Silverado. I'll never go back to Japanese trucks again. The overall driving experience in an American truck is superior. Every Toyota I've owned has an annoying valve clicking once the vehicle has over 50,000 miles. Not sure why but I've noticed it in every Toyota I've owned. Also the engine seems to loose power. This year I couldn't resist and went out and purchased the new 2007 Silverado. I am in heaven! No Tundra envy for me.

tpj1959

I owned a 2006 4.8. I liked it. I just purchased a new 2007 Silverado 5.3. I like it better. I can definitely feel the difference.

usavet

The drum brakes are antique, all the other fullsize trucks have rear disks, for the price of these trucks I expect better, The only way to get rear disks is to order the 6 liter with 4.10's! Even some of the econobox cars they build have rear wheel disks, they need to get with the program!

1offroader

Not true usavet. The rear discs also come with the 3.73 rear diff. I know, I drove one. But, you do need to get the 6.0L engine. That will change, I'd bet for '08 or maybe mid-year '07. Actually, I like drums for certain applications - there is much more braking surface when using the parking brake. If I was hauling a big load and parking frequently on steep hills, the drums are actually superior. But, for braking, the ABS discs are way better.

rockylee

I'm glad you like it !!!!

Rocky

speedemoncw

nice truck it the best one aroud

chrmdome

Hi:

I did also wonder about the 10 to 12 week delivery date . However, I believe it was due to when they placed thier orders. Also my experience has been when you order a vehicle you are told at the time of order placement that it will be a little longer than they anticipate. My truck is being built starting February 16, 2007. I have a feeling I will have it by mid-March.. So 7 to 8 weeks is more like it. Maybe a little more transit time out here to San Diego, California. Anyway, just as long as I can get it and put on the break-in miles before I travel with my Airstream to Montana this summer all will be well.

Thanks

Chromedome

rockylee

Congrats.......

Rocky

rheck

Can someone tell me WHY did Chevy change the style of the arms and blades of the wipers on the 2007 new body style Silverado's?
I'm trying to find WINTER blades for it, but to no avail, I called my dealer, ANCO, TRICO, no luck.
I even thought of trying to change the arm to take winter blades, and told it couldn't be done.
ANCO told me there "working on it", possibly in a few months they'll come out with something.
Any suggestions, please reply to rheck53@hotmail.com.
Thank you.

rockylee

You might just have to throw some de icer windshield wiper fluid in your resivoiour for current time. I buy de-icer fluid in the can and spray bottle to spray on my windshield which helps a lot. I prespray it before I leave the parking lot and start up my car and spray some on the snow and ice 15-20 minutes before I'm ready to leave after brushing off the car.

Well hopefully you can get the wipers you want soon.

Rocky

jreagan

I did also wonder about the 10 to 12 week delivery date . However, I believe it was due to when they placed thier orders. Also my experience has been when you order a vehicle you are told at the time of order placement that it will be a little longer than they anticipate. My truck is being built starting February 16, 2007. I have a feeling I will have it by mid-March.. So 7 to 8 weeks is more like it. Maybe a little more transit time out here to San Diego, California. Anyway, just as long as I can get it and put on the break-in miles before I travel with my Airstream to Montana this summer all will be well.

FYI,
I ordered my 2007 GMC Sierra SLT Crewcab with the 6.0L on Jan 22nd (4 weeks ago) and was just notified today (Feb 17th) that it was built yesterday and is in transit. I should have it in about 2 weeks. I live in MN, assuming it was built in Canada, not positive though.

44longbranch

44longbranch

I am a new member and hope someone can help me. I just bought a 2007 Siverado 1500 Classic Z71 4x4 with the LT2 trim package. I just had to refill the tank for the first time and can't figure out how to reset the information for the fuel quantity. I read the manual and it says bring the message up and hold the button down for one second. I tried that but it didn't reset. I did drive away from the pump and then parked to reset it. Is that the problem?

dagolfer

Bring up the information that you want to reset. Then, using the bottom button (the one that tlooks like a check mark) hold it in for one second and the values will be reset to zero.

44longbranch

Thanks, I guess I should read more carefully.

rockylee

Who in here has a 2007' GMC Sierra Denali ordered ?
and how much was the MSRP ????????????

Did any of you get one with every option ??????

Rocky

jreagan

Rocky,

I do have a GMC on order, but not the Denali. But I will say that Edmunds.com's numbers, both MSRP and Invoice, were VERY close to the dealers.

Have you shopped them yet? What numbers have you been getting?

My nearly fully loaded GMC Sierra SLT 4x4 Crewcab 6.0liter (loaded with everything except NAV and Rear DVD) numbers were:
MSRP: about $43K
Invoice (which I paid): about $39K before 2k in rebates.

Hope this helps.

rockylee

jreagan,

So you only paid $37K pal ????

If so you got a killer deal.

I get a GM employee discount and if I could get my GMS which would be about $2K under invoice with $2k in rebates I wouldn't hesitate on buying a 07' GMC Sierra Denali.

I haven't called to check prices yet on the Denali as I assume they haven't been released yet. I do need to call a dealer soon if I'm going to make my move and see if they can get me a Black every option loaded leather lined model.
I will get some aftermarket factory parts like the chrome gas cap, etc that I saw on the GMC site to add more bling.

I figure mine with all the aftermarket options and exchanging my 3 yr. 36K warranty for a 6 yr. 100K factory warranty will run me close to $50K. So if I can get away with paying lets say $40,000 cash I'd buy one without hesitation. I will just have to see.

Rocky

jreagan

Rocky,
Yep, I paid 36,929 after rebates. Plus, my dealer offered me $2500 more for my trade than any other dealer in town. ($11,500 vs $9000). Mostly because he didn't have any trucks like mine on his lot (year, low mileage, condition, etc). All he had were 2-3 yr old trucks.
Keep in mind, although it is a loaded SLT 6.0, including power sunroof and 20" wheels (less nav and dvd), it's NOT a Denali. If you can get into a Denali for under $40K, I will not only be surprised but a little mad and jealous. :mad: I was under the impression that the Denali's would be selling in the mid-upper $40's.
May I give my opinion on "bling"? Why would anyone want to accentuate something like a gas cap? It reminds me of the fad in the 80's and early 90's when people were putting on neon colored windshield wipers. I thought "What next?, Chrome mufflers?" But to each his own. I am putting on SSTL step bars and an aftermarket billet grill though, so I guess it's all a matter of taste and opinion. So, I won't knock it. If youlike it, go for it.

rockylee

Well I was quoting $40K assuming I was able to get $2,000 in rebates. I highly doubt those rebates are available on the Sierra Denali though. I'd probably be able to knock-off $7K give or take $500 though using my GM employee discount. However if they were you could look at about $8-9K off.

Rocky

jreagan

What is the MSRP on a fully loaded Sierra Denali?

rockylee

Don't know yet but it starts at $38,995-$42,095*

*Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment extra.

http://www.gmc.com/sierra900/denali/index.jsp

I would assume a fully decked out one with no factory accessories will be mid-high $40's. I'd say close or around $47K loaded out.

Rocky

jreagan

That doesn't sound too bad since mine stickered out at about $43K.

rockylee

If I do go that route I won't regret it as I'd have one heck of a truck.

Rocky

gearhed

Test drove an 2007 4wd ext cab Rado today. It is greatly improved over my 2003 Rado, steering is perfect, better control over bumps, very quiet.

I dislike the new interior gages, too much plastic chrome. GM, This is a truck, not some blinged-out pimpmobile. The old interior was straightforward, easy to read gages, please bring it back.

While you're at it, please bring back the Protec composite bed. I absolutely love this option in my truck. No dents, rust or cracks in 3 years and now Toyota is offering a composite bed. GM had this option years ago and really needs to market this again or risk falling behind Toyota.

chrmdome

Sir:

My Silverado is coming in on on Thursday or Friday (2/28 or 3/1 ) It was not the 10 to 12 weeks that I was told, more like 6 to 7 weeks. I think the dealership looks at the build times as a way to keep the customer happy. If you're told 10 weeks and it's here in 7, it seems to be a reason to get excited. I'm happy, but getting a new Porsche would get me excited... Anyway, I'll be picking it up Saturday or Sunday and will post my impressions in the next week or two. I have never owned a truck but will be comparing it to a Chevy Tahoe, 2002 and a 5 series BMW 2004 as far as build quality, ride etc.

See ya,

Chromedome

lexlan

Just took delivery of my 4x4 Sierra Crew Cab SLT in Onyx Black with Gray interior. Everything except the 20in wheels and the nav/DVD. Excellent ride and handling, very quiet with good power. Interior quality is much improved, even over my 06 XL Denali. The remote start is very nice but a few easy things are missing on the new design- FOB key, dual lock on the climate zones (you have to adjust each one individually), and better organized compartment system (no sunglasses holder and one HUGE glove box with no trays, etc). And the audio sound is typical Bose/GM, way overrated and not worthy the money but okay. The audio head does give you the ability to mix/match XM and FM stations on the same set of presets. One innovation that they did not miss was the aux input for your ipod - GREAT idea! If you buy the SLT, make sure you get the Goodyear ATV tires, makes a noticable difference in the ride. Wheels are okay but there are no chrome or other alternatives unless you want to go to the 20s which just looks a little too big. All in all, a great truck and a great redesign. Already had several people stop me and comment on how good the truck looks.

tsully

Went to the GMC website and max out a Sierra 1500 (new body style). Came up in the low 40's. So I thought what about a Denali! Well I called around and a half a dozen dealers didn't have any but were on order. Couldn't wait I guess.
I did my homework and then talked to a salesman. The Denali came to 45 thousand. Not all the options but a several. I didn't get, sunroof, 20 inch wheels (all ready comes with 18's) or the DVD system. Kids have there own vehicles now.
Anyway, traded my 04 Sport side bed, SLT, 4wd, extended cab,5.3 motor. They gave me 19,500. They also came down 3000 of the 45,000. All said and done. Paper work goes in the system the 5th of March. Don't expect to get it until late April at best they said. Can't wait. Has anyone bought a Denali yet? Tell me about it. Thanks Troy

jreagan

Didn't buy a Denali, but I did order a 2007 GMC Sierra SLT with the 6.0 and 20" wheels and sunroof (no dvd or nav). Taking delivery this week sometime. I paid $37K (invoice less $2K in rebates). After seeing pricing on the Denali's, made me think maybe I should have waited and sprung for the Denali for a few extra thousand. But it looks like they are only available in black, white or silver? Is this true? Black is my favorite color, my current 2000 is black, but I am 40 now and lazy and black is too hard to keep clean, so I went with Steel Gray.

Congrats on your Denali!!!

tsully

Yep, your right. 3 colors. And I just had my 43rd b/day. Bought myself a present, ha,ha. I got the white one as I have the silver/birch color now and wanted a change. Black is a hard one to keep clean and I don't want to do that every weekend. Keeping up with 6 acres is enough. This will be my second GM truck. I had a dozen or more Fords and one day I said enough is enough. I ordered my current 04 and haven't had a single problem. Now stepping up to the Denali! Cool. I can't wait. Allready looking at aftermarket stuff but nothing there yet for that 6.2l. Have to wait a bit I guess. Good luck with yours as well.

jreagan

This will be my 3rd GMC Sierra. I bought an 89 in 1990 and drove that until I bought my 2000 brand new in late 99. NO problems with either one. They were both AWESOME trucks, never broke down or had any serious problems. Hoping for 3 in a row. In fact, I sold my 89 to my best friend when I bought my 2000 and he drove it until last year and to this day it is still going strong with almost 300K miles. Original motor and tranny. My 2000 I sold to my brother, technically I traded it in to get the tax saving and trade-in allowance, but we did a dealer "pass-thru" so he technically bought it from the dealer. So, my 2000 will stay in the family. It has 90K miles and is in showroom condition. Not a scratch or ding on it. I just wanted a new one, kind of a gift to myself like you said.
As for accessories, I am having the dealer put everything on before I pick it up:
Line-X spray-in bedliner, Access Tonneau cover, 6" Oval SSTL chrome side step bars, hood deflector (bug shield), remote start.
$2k for all of these accessories...installed.