New Memeber - 15 PPV 4x4 - Michigan

[zer0gravity]

Just saying hi and lurking around the forums to check out past threads before I ask a lot of the same questions. Might have a few upgrades, but it just started snowing like crazy here!

2015 PPV 4x4 - 120k miles -7.5k hours - $15.5k out the door

Upgrades 2020:
New tires 265/65/17 TERRAIN CONTACT H/T or suggestions
Suspension - Bilstein 5100
Weathertech or husky liners
Headliner clean / paint
Tuner?
Chevy dealer inspection
Chrome delete (vinyl wrap)

Completed:
Undercoating rubber spray
Oil change

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome from NH, and very good looking truck!

This is a great Forum, and part of what makes it great is that everybody contributes. Lurking is OK, but two-way conversations benefit all members so much more.

So, go ahead and ask your questions, after some independent searching, and in many cases, folks will respond with links to existing threads on related topics that you could not find in your independent search.

 

[wjburken]

Welcome from Iowa Jacob.

Nice looking truck.

For your list of things to do, if you don’t know when they were last done, might consider the following items:

Spark plugs and wires.
Fluid changes in front and rear differential as well as transfer case.
Transmission Pan drop and filter replacement.
Coolant flush.

 

[Kee Fuller]

Good ass deal. I paid 15k for my 2013 ppv. It only had 85k on it

 

[trailblazer]

Be cautious about any rubber undercoating on metal. It is known to trap moisture and INCREASE corrosion. If you strip the frame down, hot dip it, and then dip it entirely in the coating then you have a chance. Otherwise look at the other options like NH Oil, Fluid Film or some other sort of annual lanolin undercarriage treatment.


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[zer0gravity]

Thanks, I've used Fluid Film on my raptor (AMSOIL). I knocked off any spots I could see with a wire brush and just wanted to make sure it protected, so the rubber spray was the fast solution. I might revisit after the winter to see how its held up.

I do know that some Weathertech or husky mats are in need asap!

 

[wjburken]

Thanks, I've used Fluid Film on my raptor (AMSOIL). I knocked off any spots I could see with a wire brush and just wanted to make sure it protected, so the rubber spray was the fast solution. I might revisit after the winter to see how its held up.

I do know that some Weathertech or husky mats are in need asap!

A lot of people have been going with Husky as the Weathertechs have been curling up on them.

 

[Rdr854]

I went with the GM all weather mats in my 16 Suburban and am using the in my 19 Suburban. They are holding up well.

 

[Miami-Dade]

Welcome from Miami Beach Jacob!

Looks to be in overall excellent shape. I would say 15.5 was a very good price for your 15 PPV.

Out of curiosity do know what agency had your PPV Tahoe? Any service records?

 

[Doubeleive]

welcome looks pretty clean

 

[tom3]

Curious. What engine is in that PPV? And electric seats on both fronts, is that standard on that type of vehicle?

 

[zer0gravity]

Here is the window sticker that came with the PPV. I have the carfax but not all the service records. It was a local police station that used the truck.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Here is the window sticker that came with the PPV. I have the carfax but not all the service records. It was a local police station that used the truck.

Interesting: Rear park assist, both power front seats, and rear camera.

 

[Chickensandwich]

I just bought one too! 2015 PPV, 4x4, 150k, $14000 out the door. Straight, brand new firestone fire hawk performance tires. Spotless interior expect for one small dash piece I can’t figure out how to remove yet.

bought a civilian center console, all the components for Apple car play and the 8” screen, wireless phone charging, LED headlights. Not sure about my spotlight. Add a second for cool factor, or remove/repair the one that’s on it to make look for normal. Two spot lights would look pretty damn cool too. I’m looking for a way to get rid of the chrome outline on the front grill and headlamps. Blacked out would be nice.

 

[trailblazer]

It’s mind blowing how agencies are/were paying $45k for these. Same year Taurus AWD’s were about $29k. That is quite the delta. A buddy of mine is a captain for a small fire department and they city just bought him a 2019 Yukon XL. They must have a lot of cash to throw around. His Yukon will be quite a value when they replace they as they baby their vehicles. Stored indoors, washed and waxed, and driven short distances daily.


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[Chickensandwich]

I have a Taurus AWD, 2014. They are cramped. Good in snow and rain, speedy, but definately NOT a Tahoe. I can see why...

 

[89Suburban]

Be cautious about any rubber undercoating on metal. It is known to trap moisture and INCREASE corrosion.

Agree.

 

[jmm121783]

Agreed I want to sell my 2009 soon for a 15+ and that is a good price....I am in Sterling Heights if you want to do anything together.

Welcome from Miami Beach Jacob!

Looks to be in overall excellent shape. I would say 15.5 was a very good price for your 15 PPV.

Out of curiosity do know what agency had your PPV Tahoe? Any service records?

 

[Rdr854]

It’s mind blowing how agencies are/were paying $45k for these. Same year Taurus AWD’s were about $29k. That is quite the delta. A buddy of mine is a captain for a small fire department and they city just bought him a 2019 Yukon XL. They must have a lot of cash to throw around. His Yukon will be quite a value when they replace they as they baby their vehicles. Stored indoors, washed and waxed, and driven short distances daily.


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Local and state governments receive significant fleet discounts and pay well below MSRP. Also, just because it has low mileage does not mean that the engine hours won’t be high. Most police and fire department vehicles are driven hard and put away wet and will sit on scenes idling for hours on end.

 

[James Ward]

Thanks, I've used Fluid Film on my raptor (AMSOIL). I knocked off any spots I could see with a wire brush and just wanted to make sure it protected, so the rubber spray was the fast solution. I might revisit after the winter to see how its held up.

I do know that some Weathertech or husky mats are in need asap!

Welcome again, Very nice looking Tahoe. Yes, I used everything Weathertech has for a 2015 and they, Are worth the money. Good investment, Work Great !