Car salesmen

[Korndogg]

Anyone here still sell cars? Going to start looking at a trade in for a 07 (or around) trailblazer. We haven't gone around to look at any yet since we just decided this but I figured I would give people here first dibs on a sale if they have something we like.

Dark Grey/Silver
5.3L

[GTSLOW]

Anyone here still sell cars? Going to start looking at a trade in for a 07 (or around) trailblazer. We haven't gone around to look at any yet since we just decided this but I figured I would give people here first dibs on a sale if they have something we like.

Dark Grey/Silver
6.0L
SS


Fixed that for ya.

[Crawlin]

there's atleast two silver ones locally. right around that 23-25k area. (for an SS)

otherwise if you are looking for a plain trailblazer, your only option with the 5.3L would be the extended version of the TB.

now on the other hand, you could get a Buick Rainier and have the same wheelbase as a regular TB but it does offer the 5.3L. I had an '06 and it was fun to drive. Well not mine, parents, haha. But was fun at the snowdrags

[Korndogg]

Well the fiance is pretty much set on a Trailblazer, and I of course wanted a bigger engine haha. I didn't really know about what came with what yet though so thanks for that. I would get an SS for the right price but we are looking for under 20K so I doubt that will happen. Trust me, I'd rather have the SS haha.

[Crawlin]

seriously, look at the Rainier or whatever. It's exactly the same thing, maybe even a bit more upscale compared to the trailblazer.

ultimately of course it's up to you guys and what you like. just wanted to toss out options. those EXT Trailblazers are hard to find

[Korndogg]

Yeah thanks for the ideas for sure. I'll run it past her an see what she says. I think we are just going to end up going with the 4.2 trailblazer though just because that is what fits in our budget at the moment. I haven't really heard about any major problems with the 4.2 either?

I'm a little iffy about it because I've driven trucks my whole life haha.

[FoxStang]

If you look at the Rainier, look out for the air suspension, fair number of them have problems. Also check out the 9-7x if you looking for higher end.

[88Nightmare]

the 4.2 is a good engine. my old man works for the boucher group and can pull cars from any store if you find something you like. I traded in my tbss and picked up an 06 LT all loaded with heated leather and all that nonsense, 4x4 and 4.2 liter, 66k miles for 13k out the door.

[Ricky Bobby]

mark ill sell u my 03 ext its loaded for a good price i want a diesel anyway :banana1: and its charcoal and gray leather if u dont remeber

[Korndogg]

thanks tony but were looking for 06 and up.

[SSLEVO]

We have an 03 envoy slt, fully loaded. Just turned over 110k miles and the only thing we've had to replace was the fan clutch and some sway bar end links. I would recommend looking into the envoy, such a nice ride and tons of features. I bought the thing 3 years ago with 55k on it for 15k.

Also, if you are going to do any towing check what the rear axle ratio is. It can be had in 3.42, 3.73 and 4.10. We have the 3.42; it pulled a fully loaded 6x12 enclosed trailer fine but i'm sure either of the lower gears would have been better, i'm guessing it was between 3500-4000lbs.

If you go 05+ i believe you can get the 5.3L in the non extended envoy as well. Gets damn near the same mileage with a more usable power band.

[Ricky Bobby]

thanks tony but were looking for 06 and up.

and whats the diff besides some mileage and a bigger price tag

[Korndogg]

She doesn't want the ext either

[Ricky Bobby]

so what ur saying is she wears the pants in that relationship :rolf

[Karps TA]

As an owner of a TB with the 4.2 I6, I'd agree with buying the 8. The difference in gas mileage is negligible, cause the I6 mileage is horrible.

Other then that I like my TB. It's a beast in the snow. I picked up my 06 last July pretty much loaded minus leather, 55K and GM certified for $13,600.

[Korndogg]

so what ur saying is she wears the pants in that relationship :rolf


nope, its going to be hers after its paid off and I get another truck.


And thanks for all the info everyone.

[SSLEVO]

As an owner of a TB with the 4.2 I6, I'd agree with buying the 8. The difference in gas mileage is negligible, cause the I6 mileage is horrible.

Other then that I like my TB. It's a beast in the snow. I picked up my 06 last July pretty much loaded minus leather, 55K and GM certified for $13,600.

I wouldn't say the milage is "horrible." We get 20 down the hwy, its not great, but for a full frame suv that can tow 5k and ride like a cadillac its not bad!

[Ricky Bobby]

yea my 03 with the 4.2 is shitty on gas on the hwy im hard pressed to get 19 out of it doin 70 hell i pulled 2quads to black river for teh 3hr trip i friggin avg 8 on the way there and 16 on the way back dont know what the hell i did diff on the way back same load :goof

[Karps TA]

I wouldn't say the milage is "horrible." We get 20 down the hwy, its not great, but for a full frame suv that can tow 5k and ride like a cadillac its not bad!

I struggle to make 16 driving city, and for a 6 cyl I think that's pretty shoddy. I've always been able to exceed mfg stated mileage.

My comment is more towards no sense buying the 6 if you can find the 8 cause there's no real benefit mileage wise.

[Korndogg]

Other than crappy mileage (Im used to driving a truck which isn't good mileage anyway), are they pretty nice?

[Karps TA]

As I said I like mine alot. Drove 4 to Indy for the weekend with plenty of room.

Only other complaint I had is the Bose Stereo sux. But that's not a surprise. Bose car stuff is junk. I replaced the deck and speakers last month, and fixed that.

[Ricky Bobby]

took mine to bristol last month its great otherwise and my stereo is actually pretty good i just really hate the fuggin mileage. Mine has 110,xxx on it and all suspension and motor seem nice and tight still no rattles either

[SSLEVO]

I struggle to make 16 driving city, and for a 6 cyl I think that's pretty shoddy. I've always been able to exceed mfg stated mileage.

My comment is more towards no sense buying the 6 if you can find the 8 cause there's no real benefit mileage wise.

Ahh, yeah the 5.3 is the way to go if that's an option.

[Slow Joe]

Personally I'd take the 9-7x over the TB. You can get the "shorty" with the 5.3L, and it has all the right features without having to search around.

Most are loaded, and they are the same price (or even less expensive) than the TB... Plus they look better.