Just bought a 2011 Tahoe z71

[Dngrmse]

Like the title says, just picked up this 2011 z71(173k miles) from a local Mini Cooper dealer that someone traded in. I didn't have great expectations when I went to lok at it, but honestly was blown away by how clean and well kept it was. Body is excellent, interior super clean aside from a few minor cracks in the dash, and a relatively rust-free underside. The test drive sealed the deal for me. My previous truck was a 2003 Denali which was totaled when a large branch from the oak tree in our backyard totaled it shortly before the pandemic. We've been a one-car family ever since. My plans are to get a black grill, bull bar, Range AFM module and possibly a cargo basket. Im good with the stock height, so no plans to lift it. I also have to find the plastic step that sits on top of the running board, this one has a crack and a small piece missing. Looking forward to patcipating in the group.

 

[Sparksalot]

Very nice!

 

[Scott in AZ]

Awesome. Nice rig.

 

[mikez71]

Welcome!

My advice is to ditch the Z71 side steps and get the standard plastic steps! They are grippier and there is actually space to step for the rear passengers.
They look better IMHO as well..

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome back 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.

 

[swathdiver]

Looks like she's already been leveled. Look for a spacer either under the strut, between it and the control arm or between the top mount of strut and frame.

 

[Sam Harris]

Looks like she's already been leveled. Look for a spacer either under the strut, between it and the control arm or between the top mount of strut and frame.

Yep, the front sits level. I was going to say the same.

Welcome to the best forum on the internet, from East Texas!

 

[Dngrmse]

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone! The rims are from like a 2015, I imagine it may have had some fifferent rims on her at some point, I do see signs of some rubbing on the inner wheel well. Ill definitely check for the spacer, she currently has bilsteins installed.

 

[avalonandl]

The Z 71 came with Bilstein if I remember. Great shocks.

 

[Dustin Jackson]

Welcome to the family, I love my z71

 

[Myfirstz71]

Like the title says, just picked up this 2011 z71(173k miles) from a local Mini Cooper dealer that someone traded in. I didn't have great expectations when I went to lok at it, but honestly was blown away by how clean and well kept it was. Body is excellent, interior super clean aside from a few minor cracks in the dash, and a relatively rust-free underside. The test drive sealed the deal for me. My previous truck was a 2003 Denali which was totaled when a large branch from the oak tree in our backyard totaled it shortly before the pandemic. We've been a one-car family ever since. My plans are to get a black grill, bull bar, Range AFM module and possibly a cargo basket. Im good with the stock height, so no plans to lift it. I also have to find the plastic step that sits on top of the running board, this one has a crack and a small piece missing. Looking forward to patcipating in the group. View attachment 401363

Hey congrats. I bought a 2011 Z71 in silver not that long ago. Still working out some kinks but love the truck.

 

[Dngrmse]

Welcome to the family, I love my z71
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Thanks! Truck looks great in white!

 

[EddieC]

We just had the entire step replaced on our 2008 Z71 during accident repair, so they are available. Part number for ours was 25831389 for the entire thing but the parts diagram appears to show a breakdown too.

Edit to add that part number was the right side.

 

[mikez71]

Thought i heard both steps can use the same plastic tread.

 

[Miami-Dade]

Welcome from Miami!
Nice find!

 

[BlackBearPerf]

Welcome from Coeur D'Alene, Idaho! Great looking Tahoe!

 

[petethepug]

The OP in previous post was looking to trade in his Mini for a 2011 Tahoe. Congrats! The dark paint and bright rims really pop. Looks like you got an enthusiasts truck that was well loved.

Love the Z71 flares and that the body side rub strips on the belt line have been removed. Appears as though the dealer knows how to prep a preowned vehicle correctly. Paint is

There’s no UV protection in the GM dash material. Replacement dashboard will do the same. I was months away from having my windshield replaced and tech tech mentioned I should have the dash recovered in UV leather while it was out.

Shorty after discovered GM covered Esky dashes in leather OEM and they don’t crack. Problem was they’re not cross compatible. Ended up swapping to a year later Esky with the leather dash.

If it doesn’t bug ya, no big deal. Mine was really flapping around though and installing a generic windshield by insurance and getting paid for an OEM was going to front almost $1k into the dash leather job.

 

[Williamsimons73]

Dealership by me is selling a 2013 Tahoe lt texas edition with 31747 miles and has a couple damage reports on carfax that are minor. The ac is having issues as well but said it was a deal breaker unless fixed. Looked at the car in person can see the radiator brace on top has been replaced. Other than that a clean car but they want $29500 after licensing and fees. It’s a one owner with a lot of service records as well. Is it worth it?

 

[lightflyer1]

Only if you want it bad enough. I went the route of finding one in very good condition with an engine tick. Got it for $3k and another $2k to replace the lifters and such. Very happy with what turned out!