Thinking of trading my vehicle.....

[popo8]

Noooooo, not my camaro (not yet at least...). Since my recent failure at selling the montero on EBAY.... I decided to give BARTERING a try... Based off that new reality show, where they barter their way up to stuff........

My goal was a little simpler... I wanted to get rid of my Montero , for something with a v8... bigger in size, not OLDER than the montero, and with less miles.... That I could trailer a car with.....


For those that are not familiar with my montero.....

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/bar/3097439112.html

[popo8]

FIRST TRADE OFFER:

A 1994 mustang with : "Mods k&n , cobra wheels . Milage 156000 , its auto matic No mods car has never been touched other then a k&n filter , bone stock , 150000 miles , auto matic , needs a tps sensor 40 bucks . O and I put 95 cobra wheels on it with newer tires but still have to stock ones"


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I RESPECTFULLY DECLINED.

[firebird_1995]

Everyone wants to trade their HD sportsters, atvs and mustangs. I made out pretty good on a string of trades a few years ago but every trade is a gamble.

[CALL911]

FIRST TRADE OFFER:

A 1994 mustang with : "Mods k&n , cobra wheels . Milage 156000 , its auto matic No mods car has never been touched other then a k&n filter , bone stock , 150000 miles , auto matic , needs a tps sensor 40 bucks . O and I put 95 cobra wheels on it with newer tires but still have to stock ones"


9569


I RESPECTFULLY DECLINED.


HAHAHAHA! I kind of would like to have seen you pull a car trailer with that stang! Lol!

[popo8]

Then, this morning I woke up to a text... a lady texted me and said that her and her boyfriend, like my truck and want something smaller than what they have.... when I asked what they have , she advised me that it was a 2000 TAHOE Z71....

Knowing that the TAHOES got the rounder style in 2000, I got excited... I asked how many miles, and its just over 100k.... IT MEETS ALL OF MY CRITERIA... I calmly asked her for pics and a list of issues.....

Well, she said that it has a small dent on the back and the bumper is tweaked...NO BIGGIE.

she tells me that the front leather is not in the greatest of shapes... NO BIGGIE.

Then I get the pics, and it appears to be a 1999 or older BOXY tahoe...... I do some research and find out that GM switched to the rounder style in 2000, with the exception of the LIMITED and Z71 packages..... THOSE stayed boxy for one more year. THen I read about it... 255 hp, NOT BAD... Towing capacity of 7,000 lbs, not that Im gonna tow that often.... I noticed the small things... two tone leather..... the integrated fog lights in the front bumper, the brush guard..... It grew on me quick.

NOW FOR THE PICS:
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I think its got potential... it gets between 11-15 mpg according to EDMUNDs.... and my MONTERO with all the added weight and big tires gets about 12-15 mpg. So Im not losing anything there....

If there is minimal to no rust, and a check up proves everything healthy... I think I may go for it...

What do you all think.....?










BTW- its not final.... She and her bf leave for the shore this weekend, just as Miss Popo and I go to Florida for my annual Bday celebration (which I cant drink or eat junk food at). and we all return the same time. We agreed to get in touch and set up a time then if my truck is still available at that point. She agreed.

So till then... give me your input and if I get any other offers, Ill post them up as well...

[CALL911]

Tahoe's are nice. My brother has one of that body style. Little things will go out in them, but overall, they are pretty strong vehicles. Lots of room, plenty of power. Lowsy gas mileage, but they have big gas tanks.

I say "go for it".

On another note; be careful on your bday celebration. I just know you are still recovering and don't want something like this to set your being healthy again back further.

[94Blackbird]

Tahoe's are nice. My brother has one of that body style. Little things will go out in them, but overall, they are pretty strong vehicles. Lots of room, plenty of power. Lowsy gas mileage, but they have big gas tanks.

Sounds like a perfect candidate for the diesel suv gm never built... lol
I'd say go for it if they are willing and everything checks out. I knew a couple of guys who had tahoe's and they were pretty sweet trucks.

[popo8]

Tahoe's are nice. My brother has one of that body style. Little things will go out in them, but overall, they are pretty strong vehicles. Lots of room, plenty of power. Lowsy gas mileage, but they have big gas tanks.

I say "go for it".

On another note; be careful on your bday celebration. I just know you are still recovering and don't want something like this to set your being healthy again back further.

I really think I will do it as long as it checks out... and its fuel economy really is on par with the montero. Ive never TRADED a vehicle before, but apparently thats the way to go anymore, because NO ONE has any money.

In 2 weeks if its good and both vehicles are available, I will try to make it permanent.


And thank you man.... Im borderline better... I keep relapsing, so I know Im one bad decision away from being back where I was again.... ANd I dont want that... esp not that far from home with a FLIGHT between there and home..... Ang and I discussed it... between my back and my insides... its gonna be a very chill very low activity vacation..... but it sounds really good right about now....

Thank You Ben.

[popo8]

Sounds like a perfect candidate for the diesel suv gm never built... lol
I'd say go for it if they are willing and everything checks out. I knew a couple of guys who had tahoe's and they were pretty sweet trucks.

Thanks man... Im thinking , the right wheels, a slight rake, a hood some exhaust and some tunes... and its good to go.......

[popo8]

HAHAHAHA! I kind of would like to have seen you pull a car trailer with that stang! Lol!


I cant even fit inside those stangs... KNEE vs DASH.

[94Blackbird]

Thanks man... Im thinking , the right wheels, a slight rake, a hood some exhaust and some tunes... and its good to go.......

I have a friend who has one set up pretty much exactly how you're thinking, it's a pretty sweet truck.

[Chris]

Sounds like a perfect candidate for the diesel suv gm never built... lol
I'd say go for it if they are willing and everything checks out. I knew a couple of guys who had tahoe's and they were pretty sweet trucks.

They actually did, I almost bought one a few months ago

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0sXqKV8iAg

[79LT1Monte]

I have a 99 Tahoe and they make a great tow rig. I have even considered bringing it this year instead of my Duramax just because of the extra interior room, that and the Duramax needs tires.

And I get 15-17 with mine depending on how hard I drive it, expect 10 -12 towing your car.

[popo8]

They actually did, I almost bought one a few months ago

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0sXqKV8iAg


I remember that....

[popo8]

I have a 99 Tahoe and they make a great tow rig. I have even considered bringing it this year instead of my Duramax just because of the extra interior room, that and the Duramax needs tires.

And I get 15-17 with mine depending on how hard I drive it, expect 10 -12 towing your car.


Awesome... how has the last 13 years been to yours with underside rust? Thats always what worries me about used cars..... floor and frame rust.

[popo8]

3rd offer just came through as of now @10:35pm

It came through in the form of a text message picture.... no words... no description... just a pic. I will update this when he sends me more information.... but as of now... here is the pic: lol


"Dont know the mileage on the boady but its got a rebuilt 350 with head work and a cam msd ignition and box rebuilt 350 trans with a b&m rachet shifter and rebuilt 12 bolt rear"

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[popo8]

Cool... but not interested... although I should make him an offer on the hood....

[Chris]

yea no

[94Blackbird]

3rd offer just came through as of now @10:35pm

It came through in the form of a text message picture.... no words... no description... just a pic. I will update this when he sends me more information.... but as of now... here is the pic: lol


"Dont know the mileage on the boady but its got a rebuilt 350 with head work and a cam msd ignition and box rebuilt 350 trans with a b&m rachet shifter and rebuilt 12 bolt rear"

95829583


Yeah, that looks like someone's half finished project they are trying to get rid of. Who knows if they even have a title from the info you were provided.

[sick70malibu]

I vote for the Tahoe. I have always had a soft spot for them.

Sent from my now unrooted but updated DROID 2(stupid updates)

[joelster]

The Tahoe has a good engine in it. A Vortec 350.

[79LT1Monte]

Awesome... how has the last 13 years been to yours with underside rust? Thats always what worries me about used cars..... floor and frame rust.

Mine is in very good shape concidering how much it gets driven in the snow with salt on the roads and the 275,000 miles on it. It does have some rust starting to creep up on the inside door bottoms, but it is minimal.

These trucks are great in the snow, the weight plus 4WD means great traction :driving:

[94Blackbird]

Mine is in very good shape concidering how much it gets driven in the snow with salt on the roads and the 275,000 miles on it. It does have some rust starting to creep up on the inside door bottoms, but it is minimal.

These trucks are great in the snow, the weight plus 4WD means great traction :driving:

I like anything heavy for snow work lol. If all else fails, through a bunch of weight in the back and let it ride lol

[popo8]

Well Im def excited about the tahoe...but Im trying to be less impulsive... sooooo, Im waiting till we get back from Florida...


Although.... the other couple seem to be excited also...... so I think it may work.


BTW, My horn does not work... do you think I should fix that, or is it not a big deal?

[popo8]

AND tonight I got an effort for this:

"2000 kia spectra gsx auto cold ac lowered, tint daily driver 30mpg avg"


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I politley declined..... lol

[popo8]

Now I received an offer to trade for a 94 6spd Camaro



I told him I had one, but did give him the sites name and said he should join up....

BTW, whats up with those baby wheel chocks?

[94Blackbird]

Now I received an offer to trade for a 94 6spd Camaro

Honestly man, I would hold out for the Tahoe. With your back the way it is and the rest of your conditions, a bigger vehicle is going to make a better, more comfortable daily. I love my 'bird to death, but there's no way I could drive it regularly anymore. Just too hard to get in and out of with an achey back and bad knees. Plus you'll have a tow vehicle in case the camaro or the vette ever break down. Unless you plan on having a tow 'maro for the race 'maro lol

That car looks like someone's road racing project that they either don't have time or money for anymore...

[popo8]

oh thats def my intention.... i want a full size suv..... but im keepin the thread updated with all offers. I def dont need another sports car..... Genesis, camaro, vette.... i think we are covered, lol

[Fastbird]

BTW, My horn does not work... do you think I should fix that, or is it not a big deal?

It's an inspection failure item. I'd say fix it.


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[CALL911]

I highly doubt that Kia will tow anything heavier than an ATV.

+1 for holding out for the Tahoe.

[popo8]

Tow anything.... even if it could, ITS SO UGLY.

[Chris]

Man i like that window spolier

[popo8]

Just got an offer for a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 club cab.


Lifted, etc, with the 5.9 liter in it. Guy wants something better on fuel, but that he can still play in the dirt with.

Says his only has 77,000 miles on it... and KBB says his stock is worth more than mine stock.

Your Blue Book® Value
1997 Dodge Ram 1500 Club Cab







Excellent
$5,489
Very Good
$5,239
Good
$5,139
Fair
$4,589
Verify Condition (http://www.kbb.com/dodge/ram-1500-club-cab/1997-dodge-ram-1500-club-cab/long-bed/condition/?vehicleid=7527&intent=trade-in-sell&mileage=78000&options=282575%7Ctrue%7C282775%7Ctrue%7C282565%7Ct rue&pricetype=private-party)


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Hes gonna send me more pics later.....



I think as of now, this will come in BACK UP to the TAHOE in case that does not go thru....

Was never much of a DODGE fan ....

[popo8]

It's an inspection failure item. I'd say fix it.


Rezound + Tapatalk = Me making posts



I dropped it off to have the roof light switch fixed and to see if my buddy could reconnect the horn. I believe I cut the wire, because in the winter time... the horn likes to just start going steady while the truck is parked....

[94Blackbird]

Just got an offer for a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 club cab.


Lifted, etc, with the 5.9 liter in it. Guy wants something better on fuel, but that he can still play in the dirt with.

Says his only has 77,000 miles on it... and KBB says his stock is worth more than mine stock.

Your Blue Book® Value
1997 Dodge Ram 1500 Club Cab







Excellent
$5,489
Very Good
$5,239
Good
$5,139
Fair
$4,589
Verify Condition (http://www.kbb.com/dodge/ram-1500-club-cab/1997-dodge-ram-1500-club-cab/long-bed/condition/?vehicleid=7527&intent=trade-in-sell&mileage=78000&options=282575|true|282775|true|282565|true&pricetype=private-party)

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Hes gonna send me more pics later.....



I think as of now, this will come in BACK UP to the TAHOE in case that does not go thru....

Was never much of a DODGE fan ....

Just to note, I'm not much of a DODGE fan either, but after having driven a duramax, a powerstroke and now my current cummins, hands down I'd have to say gimme a Dodge. Not only is it the best pulling truck in my opinion, it is also the most comfortable truck I've had to date. The people complaining about the rough ride of a dodge vs everyone else i can only sum up this way. Put someone who's only ever driving big wallowing landyachts into a sports car and see how they like the ride lol

Personally I'd favor the pick up, but then again, I am severely biased as I do NOT in particular like SUV's. HOWEVER, I have NOT been particularly impressed by chrysler's gas engines either. That 5.9 may be a beast, but it's a thirsty beast lol
The biggest concern I would have would be the transmission. Flat out Dodge automatics of that vintage suck huge hairy fat ones, even worse than the 10 bolts that come stock in our cars. And they tend to be expensive to replace. I would bet his transmission is starting to slip and he's trying to get out of paying to replace it. His trucks going to be about on par, maybe a little worse than your montero for fuel mileage.

[popo8]

Thats great info.... Now see, I lean more towards SUVs and being able to toate around family and friends etc... rather than being limited to squeezing people inthe extended cab....

He said that he only got the truck 4 months ago, but it sucks to much fuel.... he said 12-15mpg.

He likes my truck because of the smaller engine, and the ability to go muddin......

[94Blackbird]

Thats great info.... Now see, I lean more towards SUVs and being able to toate around family and friends etc... rather than being limited to squeezing people inthe extended cab....

He said that he only got the truck 4 months ago, but it sucks to much fuel.... he said 12-15mpg.

He likes my truck because of the smaller engine, and the ability to go muddin......

He can go mudding just as well in that Dodge. I smell a rat lol. I can't believe he's willing to trade straight up for your montero unless something is about to be seriously wrong with his truck...

Also dodge has a way of unnecessarily complicating stuff two. There were 5 different transfer cases for the 94-02 trucks, and many parts are year and sub model specific.

[popo8]

OOOOOOHHHHHH... I like this one....!!!!

Its not a truck, but its an LTX!!!!

Im not a fan of the wheels......


"Any chance you'd be interested in a custom 96 impala SS? 84k miles, custom paint, 24" wheels, etc...

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Ok, as we have been texting back and forth (because Im really thinking about this) a few statements that bother me were said...

"I overheated it today, but I figured it out and will have it fixed 2moro."

"Ive only had it for 3 months."

" when I got it, I had problems getting it into park, I just had to adjust the linkage."

"it has a check engine light on, o2 sensor and Crank Position Sensor."

[popo8]

He can go mudding just as well in that Dodge. I smell a rat lol. I can't believe he's willing to trade straight up for your montero unless something is about to be seriously wrong with his truck...

Also dodge has a way of unnecessarily complicating stuff two. There were 5 different transfer cases for the 94-02 trucks, and many parts are year and sub model specific.

Oh yeah, he does not deny muddin in his dodge... but its also his DD, and he is saying he wants something with better gas mileage and muddin ability.

[94Blackbird]

Oh yeah, he does not deny muddin in his dodge... but its also his DD, and he is saying he wants something with better gas mileage and muddin ability.

I stand by my statement lol

And you could tow with that impala. I know a guy who tows cars with a crown vic because he hates trucks that much

[popo8]

I stand by my statement lol

And you could tow with that impala. I know a guy who tows cars with a crown vic because he hates trucks that much


LOL... well I think the TAHOE is still first on my list.I dont think I could ever put a hitch on that car..... I would love the IMPALA, but it defeats the purpose of my 4wd need. The vehicle I get does not HAVE to be able to tow, it was just an angle...


I REALLY LOVE IMPALAS, but trading a 4wd for it....?

[94Blackbird]

LOL... well I think the TAHOE is still first on my list.I dont think I could ever put a hitch on that car..... I would love the IMPALA, but it defeats the purpose of my 4wd need. The vehicle I get does not HAVE to be able to tow, it was just an angle...


I REALLY LOVE IMPALAS, but trading a 4wd for it....?


I think you should hold out for the Tahoe lol

[popo8]

I think you should hold out for the Tahoe lol

I think you may be right... check out what I just added to the post for the impala...RED FLAGS!!!

[94Blackbird]

Yeah, steer clear of the impala for sure. That sounds like a rats nest.

[popo8]

Yeah, steer clear of the impala for sure. That sounds like a rats nest.

It does, but then again is it just another case of an Lt1 CAR/OPTI machine intimidating a newbie? Could it just be simple?
It would be an awesome cruiser, just not good in the snow...

[94Blackbird]

It does, but then again is it just another case of an Lt1 CAR/OPTI machine intimidating a newbie? Could it just be simple?
It would be an awesome cruiser, just not good in the snow...


I think it goes beyond that. He did overheat the car, which means you'd be playing 50/50 on the headgaskets still being good for anymore amount of time, plus the heads are Iron, and very similar to the 96+ vortec heads (which are prone to cracking if they are overheated) don't know if Iron LT1 heads have that issue, but I imagine they do since the vortec heads are essentially the same thing just modified for a standard coolant flow engine, so no telling what damage may have been done there. That whole thing about having a hard time getting it into park and having to adjust the linkage, sounds to me like the previous owner may have had it apart and partially botched putting it back together.

If you were looking for a project car, I would jump on it. If you are looking for a DD, I wouldn't hesitate to pass. There are too many potentially expensive and time consuming potential problems from my liking.

[popo8]

I think it goes beyond that. He did overheat the car, which means you'd be playing 50/50 on the headgaskets still being good for anymore amount of time, plus the heads are Iron, and very similar to the 96+ vortec heads (which are prone to cracking if they are overheated) don't know if Iron LT1 heads have that issue, but I imagine they do since the vortec heads are essentially the same thing just modified for a standard coolant flow engine, so no telling what damage may have been done there. That whole thing about having a hard time getting it into park and having to adjust the linkage, sounds to me like the previous owner may have had it apart and partially botched putting it back together.

If you were looking for a project car, I would jump on it. If you are looking for a DD, I wouldn't hesitate to pass. There are too many potentially expensive and time consuming potential problems from my liking.

Ok, thank you for talking some sense into me....

Would compression tests on all the cyl let me know if a gasket pushed?

[94Blackbird]

Ok, thank you for talking some sense into me....

Would compression tests on all the cyl let me know if a gasket pushed?

I think starting the car and seeing if it ran like crap would be a good way lol. The best way I know of is to watch the exhaust and see if it smokes white. You could also inspect the engine bay to see if anything looked wet after it ran. Either of those ways should be fairly appearent. I'm sure someone else will chime in on the matter. I've never had to compression test a motor before, so I can't say one way or the other.
That being said:
I imagine that it could be a way to know if a gasket pushed, but a bad compression test could also mean that the motor is plain wore the f out (Bad rings, seals, you name it)

I just think that there are too many potential issues. Plus you still wouldn't have a good snow driver if you swapped the montero for that catastraphe waiting to happen. I see potential motor issues, potential transmission issues, and possibly even suspension issues. Some people do some really, really stupid stuff to get big wheels to fit. I have a friend who runs a shop and a salvage yard, he got a camaro that had two rear springs clamped together to get the extra height to clear a big wheel. It was a disaster waiting to happen.

It just seems like a project to me. If that's what you were looking for, it's a no brainer that that thing is pretty cool. I just wouldn't be looking to get into it for a daily.
I'm going to stop beating the poor dead horse now lol. :hammer::death:

[popo8]

NO NO.... I appreciate it man..... I NEED constant beatings like these, or else I do impulsive things.

OK.... Im good... I DO NOT NEED another project.... THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!


I will focus back on the TAHOE!

I hope the deal works out though....

[94Blackbird]

Honestly the Tahoe would be the best fit for you. The sports cars are fun and all, but with an aggravated back condition, they can become irritating quick. A nice big comfy ride like the tahoe will keep your pain lower than it would be driving a normal car, because it will be more like sitting in a chair. It's something you'd be able to get in and out of easily because it's sitting high enough that you practically just step in vice half crawling into a car.

[popo8]

Thank You man....you are right....

And I have enough sports cars... lol

[94Blackbird]

Thank You man....you are right....

And I have enough sports cars... lol

No problem man, just one impulsive person trying to keep another from making a regrettable decision lol

I do have to say that the Dodge would do in a pinch if the Tahoe fell through, but even then the only real concern there is the transmission, but all dodge trucks starting with the 47rh through the 48re are plagued with weak tranmissions. They can be built strong, but it's about 4k or better for a fully bullet proof build. Also, as long as the gearing inside is good, alot of guys find they are good with a good torque converter and an upgraded valve body, especially closer to stock. It's not so bad in the gas trucks, as they don't brutalize a tranny like a cummins will lol.

[popo8]

Thanks man.....

[CALL911]

Larry,

I don't know if this will work or not, but I thought I would at least give you another option if the Tahoe doesn't work out. A good friend of mine is selling his Toyota Sequoia 4X4.

Its a 2003 Sequoia Limited 4X4, has 186,XXX miles, and is in great shape. Actually his cousin works for the Toyota dealership and has gone through everything, so its probably in immaculate shape. I have driven it before as he let me borrow it to go pickup my plane when I bought it last year in IL. The thing drove and looked like it was new, and still got 20 MPG even towing my plane!

He is asking $10,900 for it. I think the book value is somewhere around $12,XXX+. He just wants it sold quick.

Here are a couple pics. Let me know if you want more info.

http://i49.tinypic.com/34hex5i.jpg

http://i50.tinypic.com/qxurky.jpg

[popo8]

Its very nice Ben, and I do like those... But Im not in the market to BUY, I want to trade up....

But thank You man...

[CALL911]

I thought that's what you wanted to do, but figured it wouldn't hurt to give you another option if you sold your Nissan.

[popo8]

I thought that's what you wanted to do, but figured it wouldn't hurt to give you another option if you sold your Nissan.

Thank You BEN..... I just wont have any cash on top of what my truck could even sell for... so its gonna have to be even. I do appreciate you keeping me in mind though... and like I said, I have always like those.

[popo8]

ANOTHER TRADE OFFER:

"750 gsxr it has over 7 grand just in custom chrome"




I respectfully declined... although I laughed when he believed his used crotch rocket was worth 10k.... thats what they cost NEW!!!!

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[94Blackbird]

ANOTHER TRADE OFFER:

"750 gsxr it has over 7 grand just in custom chrome"




I respectfully declined... although I laughed when he believed his used crotch rocket was worth 10k.... thats what they cost NEW!!!!

971897199720

I guess I'm just not a chrome person, but I don't see 7K in chrome on that bike lol. Of course, I don't know what that kind of work costs either. And lastly, you're right, I don't know who in their right mind would think that that bike would be a fair straight up trade for your rig. Dude gotta be smokin' something!

[popo8]

I guess I'm just not a chrome person, but I don't see 7K in chrome on that bike lol. Of course, I don't know what that kind of work costs either. And lastly, you're right, I don't know who in their right mind would think that that bike would be a fair straight up trade for your rig. Dude gotta be smokin' something!

Everyone thinks that customizing increases value..... I sold my custom bike....it went for stock book value....

[popo8]

Then, this morning I woke up to a text... a lady texted me and said that her and her boyfriend, like my truck and want something smaller than what they have.... when I asked what they have , she advised me that it was a 2000 TAHOE Z71....

Knowing that the TAHOES got the rounder style in 2000, I got excited... I asked how many miles, and its just over 100k.... IT MEETS ALL OF MY CRITERIA... I calmly asked her for pics and a list of issues.....

Well, she said that it has a small dent on the back and the bumper is tweaked...NO BIGGIE.

she tells me that the front leather is not in the greatest of shapes... NO BIGGIE.

Then I get the pics, and it appears to be a 1999 or older BOXY tahoe...... I do some research and find out that GM switched to the rounder style in 2000, with the exception of the LIMITED and Z71 packages..... THOSE stayed boxy for one more year. THen I read about it... 255 hp, NOT BAD... Towing capacity of 7,000 lbs, not that Im gonna tow that often.... I noticed the small things... two tone leather..... the integrated fog lights in the front bumper, the brush guard..... It grew on me quick.

NOW FOR THE PICS:
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I think its got potential... it gets between 11-15 mpg according to EDMUNDs.... and my MONTERO with all the added weight and big tires gets about 12-15 mpg. So Im not losing anything there....

If there is minimal to no rust, and a check up proves everything healthy... I think I may go for it...

What do you all think.....?










BTW- its not final.... She and her bf leave for the shore this weekend, just as Miss Popo and I go to Florida for my annual Bday celebration (which I cant drink or eat junk food at). and we all return the same time. We agreed to get in touch and set up a time then if my truck is still available at that point. She agreed.

So till then... give me your input and if I get any other offers, Ill post them up as well...


SO now that I am back and settled in.... I texted the lady with the tahoe, and she advised me that they decided to extend their vacation until Friday.....

Although I am kinda anxious to see the tahoe and see if we can make this work.... it gives me even MORE time to be less impulsive......... MY truck should be ready to go today or 2moro... it is currently having the horn replaced... and the roof lights (which stopped working) fixed as well......

[popo8]

OK... well here we go... I dont want to start another thread with a poll...... but Im down to the final 2 choices.... THE 2000 TAHOE with 106,000 miles or the 1997 RAM 1500 with 77,000 miles.

Im feeling the TAHOE......

whatcha think?

[sick70malibu]

Id prefer the Tahoe, Yeah its got a few more mile on it but its also 3 years newer. Plus I don't like Dodges of that vintage because the paint is usually crap or going to crap, and the sheet metal usually doesn't last for some reason. Even my stepdads brand new 2012 Ram truck has cheap paint on that shows swirl marks and scratches just from drying it with a towel.

Just my .02

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[popo8]

Id prefer the Tahoe, Yeah its got a few more mile on it but its also 3 years newer. Plus I don't like Dodges of that vintage because the paint is usually crap or going to crap, and the sheet metal usually doesn't last for some reason. Even my stepdads brand new 2012 Ram truck has cheap paint on that shows swirl marks and scratches just from drying it with a towel.

Just my .02

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Im with you... the people with the tahoe come back from vacation on Friday, so maybe Sat or Sun, we can get together to check out each others rides....

[DMBlack]

I would also vote for the Tahoe over the Ram.

[popo8]

TAHOE 2

RAM 0


Keep it coming!

[94Blackbird]

I would also vote for the Tahoe over the Ram.

X3

My point just was that the Ram could be a viable alternative to the tahoe if it were to fall through somehow.
The only reason I'm partial to Ram's right now is because mine has a cummins in it, and it's a 1 ton dually that is now looking like it's going to get somewhere between 19 and 20 mpg around town

[popo8]

TAHOE :3
RAM :0

[popo8]

SO.... I spent the day today out driving...

Not many used car lots want to touch my truck because it is modified, so I have plans to have it inspected and cleaned up by weds.... The lady that made me the offer did call back today... We agreed that if she could wait till Weds, I would sell her my truck for 5g..... thats EXCELLENT book value on it in STOCK condition, so she is getting "extras."


And after looking around... I found something I want....


.9815

[94Blackbird]

SO.... I spent the day today out driving...

Not many used car lots want to touch my truck because it is modified, so I have plans to have it inspected and cleaned up by weds.... The lady that made me the offer did call back today... We agreed that if she could wait till Weds, I would sell her my truck for 5g..... thats EXCELLENT book value on it in STOCK condition, so she is getting "extras."


I had the same problem when I bought my cummins. Lucky for me they wanted to get rid of that truck as bad as I needed it lol, so in the end we wound up just shy of what I wanted for my truck. Wish I could have kept it and sold it privately, but it was my daily and I had nothing else to drive to and from work as the car was down at that point.

[popo8]

Well hopefully they dont bail on me weds for the sale....

(Yes... I purchased my 1st app TapaTalk)

[popo8]

GRRRRR, called them today to confirm our meeting, and they advised me they bought something yesterday!!!

[BLK95-Z]

I hate when they do that. Usually Im trying to buy something though...

[popo8]

I hate when they do that. Usually Im trying to buy something though...

Man, I was pissed... I had everything figured out... sell the montero, pay off the vette, have money to put down on escalade.... sell vette, pay off some of escalade... come to think of it... Im still pissed...>!

[BLK95-Z]

LOL I bet.

You probably already said but what year Escalade are you looking for? My buddy has a super clean white 02 Denali and its so sweet...that 6.0 is hard on gas though.

[popo8]

02 Escalade... AWD 6.0.....

[sick70malibu]

I love that 6.0, my gfs parents have one in an 05 Denali its got some 40 series flows on it and it sounds wicked mean ;)

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[popo8]

Im gonna have one.... Sitting in tgat escalade made me appreciate its girth..... im a larger person and never realized how jammed up i was in the montero....

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[Fixxer99TA]

Im gonna have one.... Sitting in tgat escalade made me appreciate its girth..... im a larger person and never realized how jammed up i was in the montero....

(Yes... I purchased my 1st app TapaTalk)

Yep, they are definitely some fat trucks.. I figured you were more of a pickup truck guy though, but I can see you rocking the escalade/denali.

[popo8]

I really am an SUV guy over a pickup guy.... especially since Im usually the responsible driver when out... so something that carries multiple people. is right for me...

[popo8]

ok... here we are... i think im gonna do it unless anyone can tell me y i shouldnt....

The Escalade is 12,900..... i found that KBB said its worth 14,900.... my credit union says its worth 13,800.... either way its less than asking.

The owner of the used car lot offered me $3500 for my montero which he had no intrest in.... but to make tge deal happen he made me an offer.....

When he found out my uncle was his Dr he gave me another 500 fof my trade.... but left his escalade at 12.900 with a 3mo powertrain warranty...(which i can pay later to expand/extend)... I know hes in tge business to make money not break even...and my truck will prob go right to auction....so its a slight risk for him... do i be content w the final deal..... or do i try to get him lower on the escalade price.....?

2002 caddilac escalade.... 6.0 liter...awd. fully loaded... in GREAT SHAPE.


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[Badbird_96]

Personally if you can afford it (not any of my business btw) then go for it if its what you want. Its a nice truck plus the 6.0 helps. Which is it the lq4 or lq9?

[popo8]

Personally if you can afford it (not any of my business btw) then go for it if its what you want. Its a nice truck plus the 6.0 helps. Which is it the lq4 or lq9?


Honeslty I wouldnt know the difference... lol... I know there was a 5.3.... and a 6.0. Its the 6.0

I can afford it..... and I think its a good deal, but I wanted to bounce it off my SITE family to see if they think I should try to beat the guy up on price anymore. I was "touched" that he knocked off an extra 500 because my uncle is his Dr, and I am an understanding person... unfortunatley for me, I dont always put me first and I think things like... I know he has to make money also......

[Badbird_96]

The lq9 is the h/o version. As far as price goes he is going to make money. He probably traded that in for 6-7. But under book value is a start. Lets see if I'm understanding this correctly you will owe 9,400 if I'm reading it right. Its hard to say haggle if he already threw an extra 500 on a truck he wasn't interested in

[popo8]

The lq9 is the h/o version. As far as price goes he is going to make money. He probably traded that in for 6-7. But under book value is a start. Lets see if I'm understanding this correctly you will owe 9,400 if I'm reading it right. Its hard to say haggle if he already threw an extra 500 on a truck he wasn't interested in


Its 9600 and change with tax and fees, I dont have the sales slip in front of me, but either way... yes you are understanding correctly. And thats what Im thinking.... he already gave me a "hook up"...... Part of me says, he is still making money and you can haggle more... then part of me says, he is not making that much anymore, now that he is willing to trade the montero in......and I know NO ONE is in the business of breaking even, or even being close to breaking even.

I got the scoup on the guy now from my uncle... he has known him for a while through his practice... turns out he is friends with the owner of a local caddy dealer, and he gets first dibs on dealer trade ins before they hit the lot, or go to auction....

[Badbird_96]

So he probably gets them for a good deal. Offer him less but don't low ball. I'm always afraid to piss people off that way lol unless I know for sure that's the value. But if it was traded into a caddy dealer then it was probably taken good care of if they were getting a new caddy most people like that really treat their cars good.

[popo8]

Thats what I was thinking... I also know it was one owner.... And although I dont wanbt to make a judgement , I still will. Trashy people dont USUALLY buy 50-60k cars... and the mileage break down is less than 10k a year....

Thats kinda what makes me feel better about the truck....

[94Blackbird]

Its 9600 and change with tax and fees, I dont have the sales slip in front of me, but either way... yes you are understanding correctly. And thats what Im thinking.... he already gave me a "hook up"...... Part of me says, he is still making money and you can haggle more... then part of me says, he is not making that much anymore, now that he is willing to trade the montero in......and I know NO ONE is in the business of breaking even, or even being close to breaking even.

I got the scoup on the guy now from my uncle... he has known him for a while through his practice... turns out he is friends with the owner of a local caddy dealer, and he gets first dibs on dealer trade ins before they hit the lot, or go to auction....


I'd say take it and run lol. according to kbb, your truck would only be worth 2500 in trade if it was bone stock. Mods usually hurt you at trade in time, but in this case they seem to be putting you ahead.
If you do decide to try to push the price a little more, becareful not to push too far. He's offering more than book on your truck and offering you well below book on his. You might try for another couple hundred off, but in my careful opinion, that amount may not be worth haggling over depending on how badly you want that truck lol.

And you'll definitely be hooked on fullsized if you get that caddy. Sprawl space is awesome! lol

[Badbird_96]

See that's not bad at all plus I've never seen a caddy like that with the interior trashed and all beat up. Not saying it can't happen but i haven't seen it

[popo8]

I'd say take it and run lol. according to kbb, your truck would only be worth 2500 in trade if it was bone stock. Mods usually hurt you at trade in time, but in this case they seem to be putting you ahead.
If you do decide to try to push the price a little more, becareful not to push too far. He's offering more than book on your truck and offering you well below book on his. You might try for another couple hundred off, but in my careful opinion, that amount may not be worth haggling over depending on how badly you want that truck lol.

And you'll definitely be hooked on fullsized if you get that caddy. Sprawl space is awesome! lol


And that is what I was thinking... I think what I will do is approach him with another 2 or 3 thousand of cash down payment... maybe with SOME cash on the table, there will be something to work with... even if its a couple hundred....

[Badbird_96]

If you have cash on the table and the trade in as well I'm sure that would give a little wiggle room

[94Blackbird]

And that is what I was thinking... I think what I will do is approach him with another 2 or 3 thousand of cash down payment... maybe with SOME cash on the table, there will be something to work with... even if its a couple hundred....

Possibly. Like I said, just be careful about it. He might think he's doing you a favor, or he could just be in the used car business because he likes to buy and sell things and as long as he makes some money off a car, doesn't really care. When you go back, just try to feel the guy out a little more and see if he'd be receptive to anymore negotiation. He might just think he's doing you a favor with enough meat on the bone for him to make some cash on the caddie and still be reasonably sure of making a buck off your truck too, whatever he decides to do with it.

[popo8]

I appreciate it guys... I love that I have a place to come and bounce ideas off people who give a damn, and I know that Im not gonna just get some MAKE POPO HAPPY answer, I will get my balls kicked if I do something stupid... Like the tahoe many of you did not like with the 26's..... lol

[popo8]

Well... its up to the credit union now. I should have an answer Monday....

[Badbird_96]

Well Monday we wait for the answer. And yeah we will let you know or opinions for sure lol

[popo8]

ugh... is it monday yet????

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[Badbird_96]

Lord I hope not or I'm late for work and had one helluva weekend that I don't remember lol

[popo8]

Lord I hope not or I'm late for work and had one helluva weekend that I don't remember lol

LOL......

[Chris]

I say go for the caddy!

[94Blackbird]

I say go for the caddy!

That's 'xactly what he's doin' lol.

[popo8]

Yes sir ..... as long as:

my credit union approves me

&

my mechanic gives me tge thumbs up.

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[Fixxer99TA]

Lord I hope not or I'm late for work and had one helluva weekend that I don't remember lol

Dont worry, it happens. Those are the good weekends.

[Badbird_96]

Shyt happens especially if you party naked

[popo8]

Hahahahahaha......

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[Mrs Popo8]

I am excited for you hun, glad you found something that you like (and I can drive) hehehhe

[Badbird_96]

Ah now the truth comes out

[popo8]

no....
nooooo.....
noooooooooo......

MINE..... MISS POPO gets spoiled with NEW SHOWROOM VEHICLES.... I dont... all my shyt is used, and usually with miles on the clock.......

THIS IS MINE.....





I dont even know if i will be able to sleep waiting to hear from the bank.....






"move bi+ch, get out the way...."

[Badbird_96]

Don't lie Larry you will let her drive it when she wants

[popo8]

..... fine, I prob will..... but we bought her a cherokee for bad weather.... so there SHOULD be NO need for it

"move bi+ch, get out the way...."

[Mrs Popo8]

HAHAHHA, he will end up saying, take the Escalade Ang, I know you want too......hahhhahhaha....MUAH!

[popo8]

Nahhhh ahhhhh

[94Blackbird]

Nahhhh ahhhhh

The first time you have to drive that jeep after you get that escalade, you'll never want to let her drive the escalade ever again lol

[popo8]

The first time you have to drive that jeep after you get that escalade, you'll never want to let her drive the escalade ever again lol


LOL.... trust me... Im not choosing the jeep over the escalade..... ever.

[Badbird_96]

Oh well if she has a jeep then its fend for yourself. To hell with sharing lol

[popo8]

Oh well if she has a jeep then its fend for yourself. To hell with sharing lol


LOL... we both have cars and 4wds... this house hold has 5 vehicles total... 6 before I sold the moto..... but I am intending to replace the montero and the vette (seperate sale) with the escalade... so we will both be down to a sports car and a 4wd.....

[Badbird_96]

Too bad its a vette. I like it but just can't bring myself to buy a vette lol

[popo8]

Too bad its a vette. I like it but just can't bring myself to buy a vette lol


Oh, I love the vette... I just need something better to replace the montero... and with the uncertainty of my career... I have to thin out the heard..... and the camaro aint goin no where.

My next vette will be a real GS.....

[Badbird_96]

I just have a problem with vettes. Well actually its the people that think because it says Corvette its the fastest best car ever made. My father in law thinks his dads bond stock 92 is super fast. His dad wanted to race my ws6 in the 91 vette he used to have because my ws6 was trash. His vette was even having opti problems and he wanted to run for pinks. My wife wouldn't let me take his car from him. But anyways point stands people like that make it so I wouldn't own one except maybe a new zr1

[popo8]

Well Im not that guy.... My camaro is my baby.. it sits in the garage... the vette lives outside... even in the winter...... I got it to DD, and save mileage on the truck and still have a fun driver.....

Along the way I have met alot of vette owners, and the people you describe are definitley out there, and out there in FORCE... but the C4s have become cheap and I have noticed that its a younger crowd... modding them and beating the snott out of them. The 'snobs" have moved on to the c5s and c6s...... and are slowly selling off to the crown who are now getting rid of their tuner imports with big wings, and neon lights...

[Badbird_96]

Yeah my wife's ex had a c4 that he put scissor door hinges on. My wife though it was fast until she rode in the formula haha. Never could get him to race me

[popo8]

Grrrrr.... just called credit union, and they have not even gotten to my paperwork yet .....

Ive financed almost every vehicle ive had thru them, and its never taken more than 24 hrs....

[Badbird_96]

Well that blows

[popo8]

still waiting......

[popo8]

At 330, I called back and had to wait for a return call from the bank lady....

When she did call back, she advised me that she had gotten a response before she left for lunch at 12pm....

(THANKS FOR MAKIN ME WAIT!!!)

Im pre-approved with excellent "lender credit." (whatever that means).

Anyways, I now have to fax her some paperwork and 2moro she will work on the final loan approval, and we can get this DONE......

[94Blackbird]

At 330, I called back and had to wait for a return call from the bank lady....

When she did call back, she advised me that she had gotten a response before she left for lunch at 12pm....

(THANKS FOR MAKIN ME WAIT!!!)

Im pre-approved with excellent "lender credit." (whatever that means).

Anyways, I now have to fax her some paperwork and 2moro she will work on the final loan approval, and we can get this DONE......


WOOHOO you're on your way!

[Badbird_96]

Bout time lol

[popo8]

Im excited... now to start a thread to decide on some wheels......

I GOTSTA HAVE RIMS!

[Badbird_96]

Evos

[popo8]

Evos

idk what that is?

[Badbird_96]

I tried to find a pic to no avail. It was a wheel that I always liked that my dad wanted for his old denali. So I guess scratch that one lol

[popo8]

For those that dont know, the deal is done.... I am now the owner of a Cadillac Escalade.

I took it up to BLUEBOTTLEZ at the garage to check it out, and he gave it the thumbs up... I didnt realize how clean it was... hell, I didnt realize it had a moonroof.....

He did tell me it sounds like a wheel bearing (front left) is just starting to sing, so I mentioned it to the dealer... he will have it replaced for me whenever I can be without it for a day or 2 (I wasnt willing to leave it today).

The dealer also only had one key for it, so he is having another key and fob made for me....

Anyways, as I posted on Facebook, when the lot guy came out and drove my montero away with no plate on it, I actually felt like throwing up.... 12 years, I was the only owner of it, alot of memories, blood, sweat and tear...oh yeah and MONEY in that thing... but its for the best......


I know its just a stock suv, and not much to look at but I figured I would post up a few pics....
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[Badbird_96]

Nice truck and Congrats

[JCzNova]

For those that dont know, the deal is done.... I am now the owner of a Cadillac Escalade.

I took it up to BLUEBOTTLEZ at the garage to check it out, and he gave it the thumbs up... I didnt realize how clean it was... hell, I didnt realize it had a moonroof.....

He did tell me it sounds like a wheel bearing (front left) is just starting to sing, so I mentioned it to the dealer... he will have it replaced for me whenever I can be without it for a day or 2 (I wasnt willing to leave it today).

The dealer also only had one key for it, so he is having another key and fob made for me....

Anyways, as I posted on Facebook, when the lot guy came out and drove my montero away with no plate on it, I actually felt like throwing up.... 12 years, I was the only owner of it, alot of memories, blood, sweat and tear...oh yeah and MONEY in that thing... but its for the best......


I know its just a stock suv, and not much to look at but I figured I would post up a few pics....
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Hmmm, perfect vehicle for car seat(s)... Just sayin

[popo8]

Hmmm, perfect vehicle for car seat(s)... Just sayin

No need, the ferrets have a carry bag.... lol

[popo8]

Nice truck and Congrats

Thank You man... I feel like my testicles hang lower when Im in it....

[JCzNova]

No need, the ferrets have a carry bag.... lol

Man that was a quick reply. You stalking me again? I thought the bromance flame had flickered out!

[sick70malibu]

Congrats looks like a sweet ride!! There's one that is the same color that runs around town here that's lifted on 35's....I love the way it looks.

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[popo8]

Man that was a quick reply. You stalking me again? I thought the bromance flame had flickered out!

I cant help it you disappeared.... lol

[popo8]

Congrats looks like a sweet ride!! There's one that is the same color that runs around town here that's lifted on 35's....I love the way it looks.

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Thanks man... Im really digging it.....

35s??? Like an off road Escalade? I just saw one on GEARZ the other night.... wasnt sure how I felt about that....

[Badbird_96]

Thank You man... I feel like my testicles hang lower when Im in it....

Do ya chain hang low? Do it wobble two and fro? Can you tie it in a knot can you tie it in a bow?

[popo8]

My back is achin...

My belt is tight.

My cahonas swingin....

From left to right.

[1996BlackT/A]

Congrats on the new ride. Looks really nice.

[Chris]

Needs turbo asap

[popo8]

Congrats on the new ride. Looks really nice.

thanks man... i like it alot.... gotta make it mine now.


Needs turbo asap

lol.... nooooo.

[Badbird_96]

Oooo sts kit would be sweet and make a ton of power with the 6.0s. Hotrod did a deal with one and got it to put down like 800-900 HP and the firing system crashed and it was actually a bone stock like 4.9 or something. Jim showed me and I'm sure he will chime in with the exact details lol

[popo8]

Oooo sts kit would be sweet and make a ton of power with the 6.0s. Hotrod did a deal with one and got it to put down like 800-900 HP and the firing system crashed and it was actually a bone stock like 4.9 or something. Jim showed me and I'm sure he will chime in with the exact details lol


Wow..... thats cool, but its staying performance stock...its like 345 hp... Im ok with that....

[Badbird_96]

Well ok then lol

[Chased]

There!!!!:peace2:

[popo8]

There!!!!:peace2:

welcome back bro... :)

[Chased]

Yea guess i should do some clean up while Im here

[popo8]

never hurts...

[popo8]

Say whatttttt?????


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHd-il5Q0vw&feature=related

[Badbird_96]

Told you lol

[popo8]

ophhhhh, you were not kidding.....