Coming from die hard Toyota fans, we used to have a 2012 4runner trail edition but sold it to purchase a 2016 Tundra for more farm tasks. Wife has been missing an SUV dearly so we got a bug to test drive a new Tahoe.... Ended up leaving with this thing. The most expensive vehicle I've ever purchased! Ha, she seems happy with it but we were very hesitant to buy a non-toyota vehicle. Unfortunately Toyota doesn't have anything in the same league unless you consider a sequoia (outdated and ugly) or land cruiser ( outdated and just stopped USA production at the new 300 series)
Just stopped by to test drive a new Tahoe, ended up leaving with this thing....
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That’s similar to what happened to me. I had a 1999 and a 2007 Tahoe in the past, although I got rid of it in 2012 for a new GMC Acadia which I later updated to a 2017 model. i kept longing to get back to a Tahoe again and couldn’t find any descent used deals.
When a 2021 Tahoe appeared on my radar about 15 miles away, took it for a test drive and got a great deal, but like you it’s the most expensive vehicle I’ve ever bought.
Congrats on your purchase and welcome to the forum!
When a 2021 Tahoe appeared on my radar about 15 miles away, took it for a test drive and got a great deal, but like you it’s the most expensive vehicle I’ve ever bought.
Congrats on your purchase and welcome to the forum!
That’s a nice looking Hoe, I am a fan of white.
As an aside, I believe Toyota gets a bad rap from the automotive press only because the writers are dependent on something new to write or produce videos about. So they gush over the latest infotainment or the colors of interior plastics.
All the latest features the press love to rave over are the same ones causing reliability issues.
But enough about that. Best wishes for a long and enjoyable GM experience! If you did your research then you already know the Tahoe /Suburban platform is one that has a track record of being very durable. Lots of examples running strong with very high mileage.
As an aside, I believe Toyota gets a bad rap from the automotive press only because the writers are dependent on something new to write or produce videos about. So they gush over the latest infotainment or the colors of interior plastics.
All the latest features the press love to rave over are the same ones causing reliability issues.
But enough about that. Best wishes for a long and enjoyable GM experience! If you did your research then you already know the Tahoe /Suburban platform is one that has a track record of being very durable. Lots of examples running strong with very high mileage.
ya im a big fan of the chevy LS motor platform and i feel they are very reliable. but in todays world of electronics those are usually the first things to go out... Toyota is not clear of this issue either. ive have my backup camera and trailer tow package act up on my 2016 Tundra a few times. its been a great truck and ill probably keep it for many more years or until i drive the wheels off but it hasnt been crazy reliable like the Toyota's of old. One thing the toyotas have always had over other vehicles is the sturdiness and build quality of interior pieces and panels, electronic interior buttons, etc. they just feel tougher and more stout than the panels and buttons in this new Tahoe but its not a deal breaker for us at this point. the smooth ride, power, and feel just surpass our 2012 4Runner we had by a significant margin. we were really wanting to wait out the 4runner to see the next body style but that might not be until 2023 at the latest. didnt want to wait that long so we bit the bullet, hahaha. we love it so far, now we just have to relearn all the intricacies of chevy doodads vs the toyota
Congratulations! Beautiful Tahoe. If it makes you feel any better, I just picked up my new Denali on Tuesday. This is my 6th Yukon and I've never had one in the shop for anything other than routine maintenance. Enjoy!!
Welcome to the forum from Oregon and please post more pics for the new ride.
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Welcome to the Forum from NH.
Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.
I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.
Similar to yourself, prior to purchasing my new-to-me 07 Yukon XL Denali, my family owned almost exclusively Hondas for over 35 years, and we never owned a GM product. I have no regrets about purchasing this truck.
Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.
I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.
Similar to yourself, prior to purchasing my new-to-me 07 Yukon XL Denali, my family owned almost exclusively Hondas for over 35 years, and we never owned a GM product. I have no regrets about purchasing this truck.
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Nice ride! I have a summit white Denali and really think they look exceptionally good in white.
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I've had mine since October and I'm still pumped every time I get in it. We test drove it and called in a few days later to get it. Congrats, I know the feeling!
I don't think I could have ordered a more perfect one for myself. The one I snagged off the lot doesn't have a sliding or moving center console, it has manual folding seats in back not power and it also doesn't have the air adaptive suspension (which I would have avoided due to reliability concerns). The only thing I probably would have changed if I ordered it was not getting the panoramic sunroof. To me that is something that is prone to leakage but I still think I can live with it.
Now I've gotta find the best floor liners to keep the salt and mud out of the carpets.
Now I've gotta find the best floor liners to keep the salt and mud out of the carpets.
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I cringed when I bought my 05 a year ago when I saw the sun/moon roof. I saw no leak evidence anywhere and it worked perfectly. I inspected rubber real close. I have since bought what GM recommends and lubed all rubber seals, doors and hatch and windows and the roof. That is key to keeping rubber softer and seals better.
Nice.ill have to get some I've used silicone lubricant on previous vehicle door sills and such.
Your owner's manual will list what to use and I got it at Amazon with the GM part #.
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Congrats on the new rig! Looks amazing in white.
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I put a ton of miles on my vehicles and I've never had a Tahoe before but everyone I know who has owned one has put a bunch of miles on them with little issue. As posted above, I wanted as few electronics and gizmos as possible as that is what ultimately failed in my previous F150 Platinum. My Z71 is almost perfect. The only thing I wish it didn't have (bought it off the lot) was the sunroof. Every panoramic roof I've had (Ford, Jeep) have been problematic. Hoping this one stays trouble free. I would have loved the 6.2 but really didn't need that for what I do. The 5.3 is a proven motor so that's why I settled on it. I'm averaging 19 mpg for the last 450 miles and couldn't really ask for more than that.
Funny thing is is that I get more looks and questions with this thing than I do with my 2015 Corvette Z06! LOL
Funny thing is is that I get more looks and questions with this thing than I do with my 2015 Corvette Z06! LOL
This whole collapsing Lifter issue is starting to worry me though! lol
