New Here - Just picked up a 2007 Yukon XL Denali

[Joseph Garcia]

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.

Pics of the truck, please.

I'm sure that you will love the 07 Denali, and there are a number of mods that you can make in the future that will make your driving experience even better.

 

[a4edwin]

There must be more wrong with it but maybe not.

Something always pops up be it big or small. Still a great price. Good luck and have fun.

 

[swathdiver]

Any particular brand of AFM dis abler recommended? I read if I have lifter damage then I should certainly go with the AFM delete kit, is this information correct?

Yours does not have AFM. When was it built?

 

[Miami-Dade]

That was definitely a steal at 1200 bucks with such low mileage. Even if it had over 300K miles it still would be a steal [even with the rust issues] at today's used car market prices as you already know. Plus you have service records t-boot..Nice find!

Welcome from Miami Beach!

 

[petethepug]

Wow! That’s a lotta truck, a lotta leather and a lotta motor for $1.2k! 1st thing I’d do is update the OnStar module to get you the factory b/t functionality for calls controlled thru existing steering wheel buttons.

That’s the price you’d pay for just the DMV registration on a new one here in CA. Welcome aboard to your all aluminum 6.2L beast.

 

[wjburken]

Welcome to the forum from Iowa.

Had a 2007 XL Denali that I took to 300K.

As @swathdiver stated, your vehicle does not have AFM so no AFM delete or disabled is needed.

As for the rust, I hate to tell you, but if you’re seeing bubbling in the rockers and the wheel wells, the rust is most likely coming through from the back side of the metal and you’re only seeing a small portion of the affected area. Particularly the area in front in front of the rear wheel and behind the rear door. They put sound proofing material in that area that likes to trap moisture and cause it to rust. Unfortunately, it’s put in before the body panel is welded in so can’t be removed without cutting something.

Not saying this to discourage you, but to prepare you for when you decide to fix the rust.

 

[stevedonato]

I'd say that's the steal of the year if not decade. Post some pics please! Re: paint, I just bought GM OEM paint on ebay for my '10 Yukon (I only needed touchup) but you can also buy from a dealer (and pay top $).

May not be such a deal unless he is very lucky. 2007 was when GM went bankrupt and 99% of ALL GM vehicles that year were lemons, with thousands of reported major repairs. But, maybe he got lucky. Most 2007 GM vehicles are selling at 50% less than competitive Ford or Japan car for a reason.

 

[Geotrash]

May not be such a deal unless he is very lucky. 2007 was when GM went bankrupt and 99% of ALL GM vehicles that year were lemons, with thousands of reported major repairs. But, maybe he got lucky. Most 2007 GM vehicles are selling at 50% less than competitive Ford or Japan car for a reason.

By now, any problems with the 2007 model year cars have generally been worked out. My 2007 has been solid for 30k miles for me, and has 215,000 on it now.

 

[CaptainAmerica1]

Don’t tempt fate… lol

 

[jonnyj]

Thanks everyone!

@wjburken Yeah I saw that on my research online. My major trouble spots is the driver side quarter panel which I think I may have a body shop remove and weld a replacement in.

I haven't had a chance to pick up the truck yet but will post pics once I have it!

 

[jonnyj]

May not be such a deal unless he is very lucky. 2007 was when GM went bankrupt and 99% of ALL GM vehicles that year were lemons, with thousands of reported major repairs. But, maybe he got lucky. Most 2007 GM vehicles are selling at 50% less than competitive Ford or Japan car for a reason.

to say 99% of all GM vehicles that year were lemons is a massive overstatement. Eitherway we'll see if it's a lemon, but with the service history on it, and the way it drove, I think its just fine. I'm not expecting a show room perfect car by any means, especially being 14/15 years old now, things will pop up and I understand that, I wouldn't call it a lemon by any stretch of the imagination.

 

[petethepug]

to say 99% of all GM vehicles that year were lemons is a massive overstatement. Eitherway we'll see if it's a lemon, but with the service history on it, and the way it drove, I think its just fine. I'm not expecting a show room perfect car by any means, especially being 14/15 years old now, things will pop up and I understand that, I wouldn't call it a lemon by any stretch of the imagination.

Wow 99%? I had no idea they were that bad. I would of figured only 80 or 90% of all GM’s in 07 were lemons.

Makes sense though. The current resale on 07 GM vehicles would support that number beyond a doubt.

 

[jonnyj]

Here are two pictures from the ad.

Also that isn't rust on the roof, its tree sap

 

[Geotrash]

Here are two pictures from the ad.

Also that isn't rust on the roof, its tree sap

Wow, I've never seen one that rusty. Helps me to know which areas to keep clean underneath! Fix the rust and it'll hopefully last another 5 years.

 

[wsteele]

Yours does not have AFM. When was it built?

DOH, I probably should look at the model and year before giving out advice to turn something off that isn't there.

 

[swathdiver]

Here are two pictures from the ad.

Also that isn't rust on the roof, its tree sap

I've only seen rust on those rear quarters one other time. Goes to show ya that some folks don't take care of their possessions.

 

[jonnyj]

I've only seen rust on those rear quarters one other time. Goes to show ya that some folks don't take care of their possessions.

Agreed.
It’s seems like the previous owners although didn’t care about the cosmetic conditions were more than diligent on the mechanical condition of it.

Just got off the phone with my auto body guy, he’s sourcing replacement quarter panels to replace the dent and the rust by the fuel tank door.

 

[wsteele]

May not be such a deal unless he is very lucky. 2007 was when GM went bankrupt and 99% of ALL GM vehicles that year were lemons, with thousands of reported major repairs. But, maybe he got lucky. Most 2007 GM vehicles are selling at 50% less than competitive Ford or Japan car for a reason.

What are you basing that conclusion on? I did a simple Autotrader search using the 2007 model year only, comparing retail asking prices for Yukon/Tahoe, Expeditions and Toyota Sequoias doesn't show that result at all.

 

[chadw]

What are you basing that conclusion on? I did a simple Autotrader search using the 2007 model year only, comparing retail asking prices for Yukon/Tahoe, Expeditions and Toyota Sequoias doesn't show that result at all.

It does here. The 07-14 suvs are built like **** anyhow, but 07 is far and away the worst of the bunch.

 

[wsteele]

It does here. The 07-14 suvs are built like **** anyhow, but 07 is far and away the worst of the bunch.

It does where?

I bought a 2007 Yukon new, had exactly one warranty claim (TCCM about 500 miles in), no more warranty claims. I am in the position to buy just about anything I might fancy and can't find anything I like better than my 2007 Yukon, which still looks almost like new. So, from a guy who owned one, I think you are well off the mark.