Input on Denali Requested

[913]

Hey everyone, new member here, I am going to look at an '06 Yukon XL Denali tomorrow. It's loaded with about 54k on the odo. The pictures look clean, black with tan interior, the asking price is $23k. I figured I'd ask the opinions of folks who know these vehicles better than me.

Anything to look out for? Thoughts?

TIA,
Dane

 

[vjr021]

drive it at 35-45 mph with steady throttle inputs, listen for grinding on th front end..

also check for clunking when in/out of gear put in R, then back to D see if it clunks.

with that low of miles there shouldn't be much wrong.

 

[Narco]

price seems kinda high

 

[pittmanb8]

As long as it is in great condition (which a 2006 Denali should be). Sounds like a pretty good deal. I got my '04 Yukon XL Denali w/ 33k miles this summer for $17,500. So your is slighter higher mileage but newer. I would say low $20s (ie $20k-23k) is a good deal.

Might be worth taking to a mechanic to look it over. Like said before, check clunking in gears, grinding / moaning in the front end, make sure the air ride suspension work (ie compressor comes on), ALL automatic a/c controls (heat and cool), etc. These things are expensive to replace so best to make sure it all works before you purchase.

 

[BlackDenali]

Air-ride, Hubs, All Electronics, Transmission are problem areas but the price seems kinda high. I'd offer around $18k and if not keep looking

 

[jdpromo33]

nice low miles though. I'm guessing its probably in great shape.

 

[913]

Thanks for the info guys, we drove it this afternoon, it was in decent shape, normal wear and tear. The comp (unless it was reset recently) only showed 500-someodd hours on the engine.

But the wind noise from the windshield was horrendous.... After driving that I drove an '07 Denali XL with about 48k on the odo. MUCH nicer, but about 10k more.

I think I am going to look for a 4x4 tahoe or yukon with leather. Keep the price down a bit.

 

[Repo503]

Odd I've never really noticed much wind noise from the windshield...occasionally from the side mirrors.

 

[Yuk_Nali_6.0]

Never heard of that either.

 

[BlackDenali]

But the wind noise from the windshield was horrendous

Never heard/noticed this complaint.....

Are you sure it wasn't coming from the antenna

 

[Young28]

were you driving in a tornado or something? Like someone said could be the mirrors i have heard it there but only if the wind is really kicking.

 

[913]

It sounded like it was coming from the the windshield, could have been the antenna or something else up front, but it was the only thing I could hear while driving down the road. Don't get me wrong, I didn't think it was an inherent issue with these vehicles, just this one in particular.

 

[Rivieraracing]

I have had that problem ever since I had my windshield replaced, I think the people who did mine didn't seal it very well!!

 

[Shortbus]

O.K.
Just bought an '05 yukon denali xl . I've got the wind noise . Not as bad as the wifes '05 tahoe . What is the deal with the humm or moan in the front end . It sounds like the wifes when in 4x4 . Is something broke ?
My fist AWD . I paid 19.9K plus taxes . 59k miles . One owner , local trade . GM certified .
Hope I did'nt get beat up to bad . I love this truck !

shortbus

 

[emay]

Got my 05 Denali XL with 57k in Sept 09 paid 23k and some change.

Shortbus, slight hum is normal that's the all wheel world. Should be almost un-noticed for the most part. If it's real noticeable, have a look into it.. and you didn't get beat up. One thing no one ever mentions is the region within where they made their purchase or their buying. Plays a big part in costs. Additionally, here taxes can swing severely based on county you live in.