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MerF · 02-28-2009, 04:11 PM

Edit: 2100th post...woot.

Hey gang,

I'm at a crossroads. We are paying a ridiculous interest rate on our 2003 Trailblazer because my credit was at it's worst from my divorce but our situation dictated getting it when we did. We are paying $315/month for a truck with 80k miles on it....kinda depressing.

The point is, we've recovered now and are ready to re-finance the truck. However, today we were at a huge thing in Central Florida called the Strawberry festival (think of it like the state fair, but with a theme) and a dealership was flaunting their stuff.

One of the things said dealer was flaunting was a bunch of Traverses (1LT) that were used int he Super Bowl. My guess is they were a short term lease deal and the executives and personalities that were all over the area were using them. There are trucks with miles ranging from 40-400 miles but I get the impression they are being sold as new (that matters when going for the interest rate). The dealer claimed a 1LT has an MSRP of $32k but they are selling these 100 trucks or so for $24k and some change (depending on the exact truck; the miles making the price difference I guess).

Here's the problems:

1) I've heard little about the Traverse, I want feedback...and although I will read reviews from the mags, I have no choice but to take those with a grain of salt. I want enthusiast feedback because I can relate to them.

2) If I do this, there's no way I'm getting a coupe. This absolutely guarantees I'm waiting 2 years before buying anything else...or longer. I've not been quiet about the fact I'm a convertible man, but the idea of waiting so much longer has been such a sorry concept. I've come really close to talking to a dealer (I may have one now, pending some research) and just ordering my 1SS coupe...but no chance of that with a new truck payment.

3) Well I guess there's not a "3". My budget is fine, and since the payment will likely only go up $100/month or so and we'll save that in gas (Trailblazer LTZ is a hog). It's just that this will seriously negate any other major purchases for a while.

Soo....feedback, please.

CamaroScotty · 02-28-2009, 04:16 PM

Every one we sold, the people are very happy...Some come with the back up camera in the rearview, and the blind spot mirrors - something the other GM twins DON'T have (like the Acadia).

People who bought here also said the Traverse had a better ride than the Acadia.

FenwickHockey65 · 02-28-2009, 04:28 PM

From what I've heard about the other three Lambdas, they're very well built and most are completely satisfied with them.

Chevyrocker · 02-28-2009, 04:33 PM

I got to drive one overnight and personally, I love it! I had a 1LT with backup camera, bose, dvd, and the blindspot mirrors. The ride is awesome, it has surprisingly good pickup (and 281hp mind you), and the 5.1 dolby digital bose surround sound made me jealous as it sounds better than the Yamaha system I have in my living room. Depending on your family situation, I would say it's a smart purchase. Definitely more practical than a Camaro, but then again, YOU'RE ON A CAMARO FORUM, so this might be a bad place to ask whether you should buy this or a traverse...

NAHURRY · 02-28-2009, 05:05 PM

Go look at the RJT (clevland pics). Maybee that will help with your decision.

Dont know anything about the traverse though.

MerF · 02-28-2009, 05:49 PM

I'm not asking for advice of this over a Camaro. The convertible-faithful are all going through the same torture as me on a daily basis...we want our ragtops but damn if that's not a long wait!

If I were buying a coupe this wouldn't be a conversation, we'd refinance the TBlazer and I'd be working finance towards the Camaro as the new car purchase.

So it's less of an advice thread and more of a feedback thread, I guess.

MerF · 02-28-2009, 06:53 PM

Holy crap.

My truck isn't worth anything now. The trade-in on it is only $6k, if I'm lucky. Well this settles it. I would still like to know more about the Traverse for future reference though!

*The_Blur* · 02-28-2009, 07:13 PM

The Traverse is a very well-built machine. Like all recent GM products, it has been tested more rigorously than any comparable alternative. It is apparently a very satisfying ride for those who like that kind of vehicle, but it won't settle your desire for a muscle car.

TheCaptain · 02-28-2009, 08:09 PM

Yea, there was even a post about it regarding one of the Lambda's... anyway, a lady who owned an Acura RDX traded it in on a new Acadia, and ran into Bob Lutz. She had to tell him how much she loved her Acadia over the RDX.

My own personal opinion? I haven't driven the thing, but i got to sit in it (3LT) and play with many of the buttons. It is very sweet, and has an amazing exterior and interior! The 3.6 shouldn't be lacking in any power too much either, but it won't be any Camaro...

jgr · 02-28-2009, 08:29 PM

We bought a traverse in september put 3700 miles on it so far. Everything is cool, very nice ride just alittle road noise at highway speed. Also MPG not as advertised, we had 2001 tahoe and this is only a little better on fuel . All said we have 2lt and my wife loves it. P.S. ordered 2SS RS CGM. Good luck.

*DGthe3* · 03-02-2009, 10:40 PM

I've heard nothing but good reviews on the Lamda's. Lots of space for both people and cargo, and good fuel economy.

FenwickHockey65 · 03-02-2009, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jgr

We bought a traverse in september put 3700 miles on it so far. Everything is cool, very nice ride just alittle road noise at highway speed. Also MPG not as advertised, we had 2001 tahoe and this is only a little better on fuel . All said we have 2lt and my wife loves it. P.S. ordered 2SS RS CGM. Good luck.

There won't be a dramatic increase over your Tahoe in fuel economy in mixed driving. Maybe if you constantly drove it at constant speeds on highways, you'd notice an increase.

It's still quite fuel efficient for its size though.

bobby35ny · 03-02-2009, 11:06 PM

whats the real world MPG's on the lambda's?

=bobby

*Mr. Wyndham* · 03-03-2009, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MerF

I would still like to know more about the Traverse for future reference though!

The Traverse is an asbsolutely beautiful machine in all senses of the word...but if you're on a budget and you don't need a new vehicle right now...I have to 150% reccomend the 2010 Equinox when it releases later this year. This vehicle....holy mother of God.

http://www.chevrolet.com/allnewequinox/

02-28-2009, 04:11 PM	#1
MerF Go Rays! Drives: 03 Trailblazer Join Date: May 2007 Location: St Pete, Florida Posts: 2,533	Traverse reviews Edit: 2100th post...woot. Hey gang, I'm at a crossroads. We are paying a ridiculous interest rate on our 2003 Trailblazer because my credit was at it's worst from my divorce but our situation dictated getting it when we did. We are paying $315/month for a truck with 80k miles on it....kinda depressing. The point is, we've recovered now and are ready to re-finance the truck. However, today we were at a huge thing in Central Florida called the Strawberry festival (think of it like the state fair, but with a theme) and a dealership was flaunting their stuff. One of the things said dealer was flaunting was a bunch of Traverses (1LT) that were used int he Super Bowl. My guess is they were a short term lease deal and the executives and personalities that were all over the area were using them. There are trucks with miles ranging from 40-400 miles but I get the impression they are being sold as new (that matters when going for the interest rate). The dealer claimed a 1LT has an MSRP of $32k but they are selling these 100 trucks or so for $24k and some change (depending on the exact truck; the miles making the price difference I guess). Here's the problems: 1) I've heard little about the Traverse, I want feedback...and although I will read reviews from the mags, I have no choice but to take those with a grain of salt. I want enthusiast feedback because I can relate to them. 2) If I do this, there's no way I'm getting a coupe. This absolutely guarantees I'm waiting 2 years before buying anything else...or longer. I've not been quiet about the fact I'm a convertible man, but the idea of waiting so much longer has been such a sorry concept. I've come really close to talking to a dealer (I may have one now, pending some research) and just ordering my 1SS coupe...but no chance of that with a new truck payment. 3) Well I guess there's not a "3". My budget is fine, and since the payment will likely only go up $100/month or so and we'll save that in gas (Trailblazer LTZ is a hog). It's just that this will seriously negate any other major purchases for a while. Soo....feedback, please.

02-28-2009, 04:28 PM	#3
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	From what I've heard about the other three Lambdas, they're very well built and most are completely satisfied with them. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

02-28-2009, 04:33 PM	#4
Chevyrocker Weekend Rockstar Drives: Depends on the day... Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: West Palm Beach Posts: 1,444	I got to drive one overnight and personally, I love it! I had a 1LT with backup camera, bose, dvd, and the blindspot mirrors. The ride is awesome, it has surprisingly good pickup (and 281hp mind you), and the 5.1 dolby digital bose surround sound made me jealous as it sounds better than the Yamaha system I have in my living room. Depending on your family situation, I would say it's a smart purchase. Definitely more practical than a Camaro, but then again, YOU'RE ON A CAMARO FORUM, so this might be a bad place to ask whether you should buy this or a traverse... __________________ *Shortcuts can slow you down...*

02-28-2009, 07:13 PM	#8
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,769	The Traverse is a very well-built machine. Like all recent GM products, it has been tested more rigorously than any comparable alternative. It is apparently a very satisfying ride for those who like that kind of vehicle, but it won't settle your desire for a muscle car. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

02-28-2009, 08:09 PM	#9
TheCaptain N7 Spectre Drives: 14 ATS Performance 3.6L AWD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Moosomin, Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 2,734 View My Garage	Yea, there was even a post about it regarding one of the Lambda's... anyway, a lady who owned an Acura RDX traded it in on a new Acadia, and ran into Bob Lutz. She had to tell him how much she loved her Acadia over the RDX. My own personal opinion? I haven't driven the thing, but i got to sit in it (3LT) and play with many of the buttons. It is very sweet, and has an amazing exterior and interior! The 3.6 shouldn't be lacking in any power too much either, but it won't be any Camaro... __________________

02-28-2009, 04:16 PM	#2
CamaroScotty Account Suspended Drives: Your new SLP Camaro! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Cedarburg, WI Posts: 6,801	Every one we sold, the people are very happy...Some come with the back up camera in the rearview, and the blind spot mirrors - something the other GM twins DON'T have (like the Acadia). People who bought here also said the Traverse had a better ride than the Acadia.

02-28-2009, 05:05 PM	#5
NAHURRY Love's to Detail Drives: 2010 SS,97silverado/08crewcab Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Greenville SC. Posts: 1,421	Go look at the RJT (clevland pics). Maybee that will help with your decision. Dont know anything about the traverse though.

02-28-2009, 05:49 PM	#6
MerF Go Rays! Drives: 03 Trailblazer Join Date: May 2007 Location: St Pete, Florida Posts: 2,533	I'm not asking for advice of this over a Camaro. The convertible-faithful are all going through the same torture as me on a daily basis...we want our ragtops but damn if that's not a long wait! If I were buying a coupe this wouldn't be a conversation, we'd refinance the TBlazer and I'd be working finance towards the Camaro as the new car purchase. So it's less of an advice thread and more of a feedback thread, I guess.

02-28-2009, 06:53 PM	#7
MerF Go Rays! Drives: 03 Trailblazer Join Date: May 2007 Location: St Pete, Florida Posts: 2,533	Holy crap. My truck isn't worth anything now. The trade-in on it is only $6k, if I'm lucky. Well this settles it. I would still like to know more about the Traverse for future reference though!

02-28-2009, 08:29 PM	#10
jgr ironhead Drives: 2004 silverado diesel 2010ss Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Trevose ,Pa. Posts: 195	We bought a traverse in september put 3700 miles on it so far. Everything is cool, very nice ride just alittle road noise at highway speed. Also MPG not as advertised, we had 2001 tahoe and this is only a little better on fuel . All said we have 2lt and my wife loves it. P.S. ordered 2SS RS CGM. Good luck.

03-02-2009, 10:40 PM	#11
DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 25,372	I've heard nothing but good reviews on the Lamda's. Lots of space for both people and cargo, and good fuel economy. __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Originally Posted by FbodFather My sister's dentist's brother's cousin's housekeeper's dog-breeder's nephew sells coffee filters to the company that provides coffee to General Motors...... ........and HE WOULD KNOW!!!! __________________ Camaro Fest sub-forum

03-02-2009, 11:06 PM	#13
bobby35ny Drives: 18 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South East, FL Posts: 3,024	whats the real world MPG's on the lambda's? =bobby __________________ 2017 ZL1 M6 Bog City, 2013 ZL1 M6, 2010 2SS M6 ZL1::J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS

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