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i know in 98 got chair-mounted side impact air bags. was wondering if anyone can tell changes in 99 models? or 2000 model? or 2001 model?
any and all opinions are appreciated.
tia
rob
Remember that there is 2000 rebate along with GM/Olds loyalty of 1500 AND 5 yr/60,000 warranty on the '01s. New might be as cheap as used.
Has anyone found an after market CD changer that still allows you to use the radio controls on the steering wheel. I would be interested to know the brand and where you purchased it.
Thanks!
Mocha Premier (two tone leather) w/ Gold Pkg, Trailer Tow, and 6 Disc changer. Using GM .9% financing - 32,135-1500 loyalty-385 GM VISA = $30,250. Not a GREAT deal, but I think better than a good deal. Please chime in. The .9% seemed like a better deal than the $2000 rebate. $324 in interest over 3 years for using their money (108 per year).
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The van has been a pleasure, no shop time (save for that deer thing), and the power train is first rate. It uses no oil between 7500 mile changes (Mobil 1 0w-30), and gas mileage is very good (20MPG long term, and we live in the mountains), 25MPG+ on the open road.
Have not yet received the latch recall notice, sounds like a quick fix. We have had zero problems with the power door. I did manage to break the lift gate inside handle, but that was a two minute warranty repair.
If our finances work out, we will probably upgrade to a 2002 GLS this fall to get some of the new features and extend the warranty for another five years. With trade-in, discounts, low financing, and the $1500 certificate we should be able to keep about the same payments. We also have the luxury of a great dealer (we have purchased 3 Oldsmobiles from them since 1995).
Regarding the power door problem... we just drove from NJ to myrtle Beach and back. The problem occurred once. The door warning buzzer sounded when I left the hotel to come home. After about 5-10 seconds, it stopped. This is the only time I am aware that the door did not fully shut. Yesterday, Olds sent a recall notice to me for this very problem. My van will be in for service next week as the dealer had to order a window latch for the power slider door window, as it doesn't; fully lock. So, when it comes in, I'll have them replace the recalled part as well.
Other than that, the only other problem I have had in 1.5 years and 14,000 miles is that the driver's seat heater needed to be replaced (took 4 visits to get it right). The old one in the seat back shorted out. Had a pencil eraser-sized burn mark where the element shorted out.
Still, this van has been great. The video system was my savior on my 1900 mile round trip vacation (3 kids).
Any opinions or other information out there?
Thanks!
Jay
Also any names and contacts for extended warranties would be appreciated.
Thanks!
Steve
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I also compared the T&C Limited with the Silo and came away impressed w/ the Silo (2nd Silo) and the money difference was a major factor. From all I've read about the reliability problems of the T&C I couldn't pass up the 60/60k warranty on the Silo.
I also noticed that our new radio didn't pull in the local stations very well. I'll inquire the next time I'm in for service if they have others saying the same thing.
Is it reasonable to think I could negotiate lower than $300 over invoice? I'm going to buy the 2001 GL.
FYI---Last November I purchased a new, 2001 Buick which I got at invoice plus a $2000 rebate....
Jay
Also, as anyone noticed a high pitched whistle coming from the radio on the 6 disc changer units? It's very annoying and alost forces me to listen to CDs exclusively. This will definitely be reported/corrected the next time I'm in for the VCP problem.
I spoke to the service manager about it. Turns out an ABS sensor in a rear wheel was bad. That was replaced, and I have been assured that the van has test-driven well by the sales manager. We haven't been back yet,though. We already wasted two afternoons at the dealer (one for the test drive, another when they told us it was fixed but hadn't done anything to it yet) and are currently checking out other mini vans.
I liked the Odyssey a lot (here in Amarillo they're going for sticker plus any options the buyer wants, no high-dollar pinstripes etc.) and we're renting a Windstar on our vacation this weekend. Those GM card rebates sure are twisting my arm for the Chevy though!
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kdavis3 - Once I figure out what is going on with my TV, I can tell you that I am very happy with it. We have taken a couple of trips in it, and the screen is plenty big enough and the picture is clear. The headphones work really well too. We don't always keep tapes in the van, and our kids can only watch the TV when we are going on a trip. I would imagine you could use a DVD player, since there is a video/audio input jack on the VCP.
Hope this helps...
Would think that you have an air leak in the rear suspension system that is causing the compressor to constantly operate. I think there was a post on one of the other GM van sites and it was a hose not connected.
In our case (Chevy Venture) it will sometimes happen in the garage before we start or when the load changes such as more people or filling the gas tank. Certainly not every five minutes.
We are seeing numerous postings across Chevy/Olds/Pontiac that when people take their vans in to the dealers and they can never duplicate the problem. Literally you have to camp on the doorstep.
Rgds
David
Has anyone out there recently tried to lease a 2001 Silo., particularly a Premiere? I am in the market, like the van, but I can't seem to get a descent deal put together. The GMBUYPOWER site is listing SmartLease payments of "only $811" a month on a 36 month lease. Not to smart looking to me,
Any comments would be appreciated.
Thanks,
SSTaylor
It would appear that the radio has to be calibrated for the individual vehicle. If the CAL appears, it means that your radio has not been configured properly and must be returned to the dealership, which you have already noted. Hopefully the dealer can fix it.
Although the radio is good in itself, I feel GM scrimped on the speakers in terms of quality and only putting in four. Many of the vans have at least six and believe the Mazda MPV has nine in its upgrade package. If GM want to keep up with the rest, this is an area that needs serious attention.
Does anybody feel that the windshield mounted antenna is as good as a regular outside mounted one ?
Regarding #289 I don't think a windshield antenna works as good as a regular antenna.
I was kind of surprised that my Montana only had 4 speakers, I had thought it had six like many of the other vans until I went looking the other day. A couple more might make it better but the four in there seem pretty good. I've never been able to get anywhere near 1/2 volume for fear of blowing what's left of my hearing, the sound is clear enough for my tinny ears, and the speed compensating volume feature is great. The radio reception does leave something to be desired sometimes compared to what I get in my Tempo in the mountainous terrain we have around here. But I don't think the difference is that great and it's a whole lot easier to change stations with the steering wheel mounted control. Seems you gain some you lose some. Wonder if any of the automakers will ever clue in to offer a range of brands and sets that people can choose similar to the local audio shop?
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I have a problem with the power sliding door in that it closes by itself. I can hear the latch work when it opens and it does open fully, but then in about 3 seconds it closes on its own, and closes completely. Had it to the dealer twice, they reset it the first time with no success, second time replaced the ignition switch and said all was well. As usual these days, all is not well and they have no answer.
I checked around and this is not associated with the door re-call. Would appreciate hearing about similar experiences and the ultimate fix.
We're looking at the Warner Bros. Venture, Montanta w/ Montanavision, and the Silhouette Premier.
I know the Olds/Ponti have steering wheel audio controls and tach, the ponti has lower boddy cladding and 'sport suspension', and the olds has auto temp. control.
Does the venture have less sound deadening material (sounds louder)? I know it doesn't have steering wheel controls or a tachometer.
Anyone have an idea of the differences between them?
Thanks in advance,
-Dan