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DM just ignore the people who keep saying its old and u should have to deal with it and all this junk its not right it wasnt stated in the beginning so you should have never had to pay for it. I dont know maybe people just dont understand and it would have to happen to them. Good lcuk with getting your new truck as soon as possible.
Ryan
I have ordered a 2000 LS EXT CAB Z71, Lt Pewter. Got it for $99 over invoice. Plus the stupid advertising fee. First new truck. Like Ryan, I have been researching and deciding on what I want since about August. I finally ordered it last week. I went to several dealers checking prices. One dealer had a different (higher) price in his GM software than the others. Not sure if he was trying to scam me or what. Didn't matter, the rest of his deal was stupid anyways. Went through the "you don't look like you can afford a new truck" salesman too (I had on a t-shirt and jeans). Thats Maryland for ya. Finally found a good salesman to work with. I was told 8 to 12 weeks on my truck. Does that sound right? Where are you guys getting the information on when the four doors are going into production? How do I track my order number with GM?
I have been deciding on some items to dress it up a bit. What do you guys think about spray in liners versus drop in? Spray ins are ok if you don't mind it being permanent, but then the drop in liners vibrate and scuff the paint. How about lids for the bed? Some earlier postings refer to the A.R.E lids, but what about "The Edge" from Leer? I like the low profile look. Since lids are expensive and it may be a few months before I get one, I was gonna put on some black rail caps to match the tailgate protector. Think they will seal ok with a lid? They probably just stick on, so I guess they will come off fairly easy. Any thoughts on a bug deflector (brand-wise)?
Has anybody used the Hypertech Powerprogrammer on their '99 or '00? The TRUCKS show on TNN used it on a '99 and got about 20 more hp and 20 ftlbs. It also changes the shift points in the tranny. The programmer is about $350, so I am not sure it is worth it. I live in Maryland and there are a lot of speed shops around that may do it for me. I just would'nt want to mess anything up. Wonder if it voids the warranty?
Rob
WHat did u order like options and stuff LT or LS???
For the drop in vs spray in i am getting the spray in courtesy of the dealership from rhino because it snows here and its gonna sit outside and i figure itll protect it from rusting i know the drop in wont. The only other thing i can comment on is the bug deflector dont get the GTS with the velcro thingies u put on the hood it sucks my dad got it for his new 2000 blazer within a month its off gotta look for a new one wasted $60. U think about any other accesories???
As for the 8-12 weeks thats kinda bull itll probably be 14-16 wks and probably longer. I already am preparing myself and i am just gonna hope when i order mine that i get it by next xmas. Good Luck ROB keep us updated Oh yea when i go order mine ill wear my chevy silverado t shirt
Ryan
I am 31. I don't think I look too young. I think it was because I was not dressed like a lawyer or doctor (you know suit and tie or maybe Italian shoes). Lots of professional people (with money) around here. I am a Warrant Officer in the Army (11 years) stationed at Ft Meade, MD. I am just now to the point that I can afford the nice family vehicle and something new for me. I worked my way through the enlisted ranks and then was lucky enough to be selected for warrant. This is sorta my prize.
I ordered an LS with pretty much everything except the leather and electrochromicnomicdimitself rv mirror. Not fond of leather and the mirror seems more like a gadget to me (I can tell if its hot or cold outside all by myself! Ha!). Locking diff, 5.3, Z71, electric buckets, autotrac.
The spray in liners are just so permanent. Not sure if I want to commit myself. As far as accessories go, I think less looks better. Bug deflector, Chevy mudflaps, a lid, and dual exhaust with some nice sized chrome tips is all I want.
Spoke to my salesman today, Now were at 12 weeks firm. I guess next week it will jump to 14.
Gotta go.
Rob
Interested in what liners most people have opted for..not interested in the spray ones. Also we will be ordering a cap..any suggestions, and reasons why a certian one is better?
kyle
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but so far nothing. I have deposited $1,000 with him, and after they got the deposit he refuses to contact me. I did ask him if he was a car sales-
man or an honest car salesman. Must have hit a nerve for some reason. Still can't seem to get a response from him. Almost ready to cancel the whole transaction. Good luck to you anyway...
The dealer on Wolf Road I've been by before, I had a friend who lived on Second Ave across from the stadium there.
I wonder what it was that Chevy included but GM did'nt? Does'nt matter now obviuosly.
You can see that there is justice out there & it shows itself in mysterious ways. That dealership got what was coming to it, they obviuosly were not what Chevy want's to see representing them.
Sounds like you got a good deal too!
As for the bed liners, don't like em never did just give me a good old rubber bed mat to stop stuff from sliding & scratching. Spray in liners are definetaly out because as you said they are permanent, the drop ins are to slippery & whats the purpose of trying to preserve the bed?, it is a pick-up truck after all & the bed does not resell the truck for you. The mat will preserve the paint for the most part & never had any problems with rust in the bed because of the cap keeping the weather out.
As far as a cap I would go with a Leer Series 122, they have the highest clearance going, they look sharp & it is uniform from front to back, unlike some of the wedge styles that are out there that make your truck look like a piece of cheese going down the road ! Leer dealer in Conneticut is one of largest in my area and quoted in writing w/rear slider window inc. $1015 color matched & installed.
Rob: I think people look at me a little crazier i am only 20. They are like yea right. The guy my parents bought their blazer from wont return any of my emails or calls he doesnt think im serious about buying. Im fed up with it. Oh well they are out a cool 30 grand no biggie.
Ryan
You gave him $1000 down, did you get an order # ?
If you did you can track it yourself thru cust. assist.
I was approached by him for a sale but got better deal locally otherwise might have considered using him.
Greg Stancill, your reputations on a downhill slide here, customer relations is KEY in selling are you listening ?????
Ray T.
RHornsby
kyle
I did pay (or will) the stupid advertising fee. It may have been different if the truck was on the lot. I just wanted my truck ordered and from what I've seen here I did ok ($28184 for pretty much everything but leather and the self dimming mirror+the 1% ad fee). There is a buying service called UBS available to gov't employees (not sure about others) that gets vehicle for $100 over invoice. The dealer siad he would honor that and thats the deal I took.
Regards,
rshornsby
OK, now I have thought about getting a 1500 with 4.10 rear axle. The local dealers do not have but say they can get one for me within the state(NC)but it will cost $1000 over invoice plus some options that I do not want. I am about ready to call this guy Greg in Kentucky and order one if he is legit. Anyone got a good 1-800 for Greg? I am almost to the point of ditching Chevy and going Dodge Diesel($49 over invoice) but somehow can't seem to trust Dodge and also throw away my $1600 GM Card points that I've been collecting for 4 years.
Roger Hornsby
Thanks,
Mike
Ryan
got mine for 500 over invoice AND that pesky ad fee ($280 i think). no hassle. email me if you want more info.
chuckwps@woodlake.k12.ca.us
Ryan
postmaster@bigm.win.net..
He gets $300 over invoice and can deliver any-where in U.S.
Good luck getting what you want.
Roger
Roger
www.webcarbook.com/index.htm
That will get you to the right place. Hope any others that I sent that address to will see this post.
I live in Northern Idaho, PST zone..
Roger
over dealer cost and checked it against prices
posted on Edmunds. Of course there will be tax
and registration and title fees.They only wanted a deposit of $500 to place the order. The dealer is
Scoggin- Dickey Chevrolet in Lubbock,Texas
Some of the chevy dealers do have their own programs, but out of the 7 invoices we got from diff dealers, the only think different on them was the advertising costs (both dealers and Chevey's). Of course the price of the Silverado went up in the Fall,so our first invoice and our last are $250 off, but Edmunds showed the increase. All of our invoices matched Edmunds.
PS: Chevy accepted our new truck order the first time thru, this Friday, with DeNooyer Chevy in Albany, NY..far cry better than the months we wanted from the original small dealer in Clifton Park, who told us they would get it fast.
Roger.
Last spring, I did purchase a '99 Grand Prix GTP for my wife and there was a $500 GM Customer Loyalty Coupon that was in effect at that time.
I'd contact another dealer in your area and see what their response is.
Ray T.
Go back to Edmunds home page for financing info., lease deals are always available, the dealers make tons of money off you then & they prefer leasing rather then selling just for that reason.
Ray T.
Have a nice day :-)
Roger
Roger
kyle
Ryan
Roger
I remember seeing this video from GM. Cal Ripken was the spokesman. It was all about the new, better then ever Chevy Silverado! When I saw the first extented cab pickups, I couldn't beleive that GM was so stupid not to come out with the four door models right away!
This video was all about the improvements over the last pickups. They also mentioned the large amount of money & time spent on research. You think someone at GM would have had the brains to check out the competition! Both Dodge & Ford models have a couple of years under their belt. The 1999 Silverado was a brand new model, which I think could have been changed from a three door to a four door model with little delay!
rebate worth $500 off the price of the vehicle. My
in-laws did not receive one in the mail. They
bought a GM last year. I understand that if they
get the certificate, they can pass it on to me to
use on my new Silverado due in next week. How do
you get a hold of one of these certificates? They
are good through 2/29/00.
Thanks
Back to my post #492 my order was placed 12/17/99 with the new dealer.
Ray T.
Ryan
number1
..go to www.auto.com,,,and scroll down to somewhere around the 6 January news..it explains the $500 coupon.
Roger.
They explain it in full.
Roger.