Slimpsy1647545505 Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Hey all. My wife and I recently moved to the country and I'd like to get a decent used 4x4 for out here on a budget. I've been doing some suv shopping lately and I've narrowed down my choice to a good used GMC Envoy. I found an XUV - original owner - 2004 XUV SLT 4WD 4.2L. It has 185,000 miles, but owner says it was all highway commute. I've checked it out and it runs strong with no signs of leaking or weird noises. The AC isn't working, but all belts look good with no whining from anything so maybe just needs recharged? Owner wasn't sure. Shifts smooth and from what I can tell has been well cared for. I know a used vehicle is only as good as the owner who treated it right. They say they have performed all maintenance and regularly changed oil every 3K. Would any of you hesitate to buy an Envoy with such high miles? What would be a good ballpark figure for this vehicle if you made an offer on it? Are there any "hidden" problematic areas I should be looking at? I'm ready to commit. . just want to do all my research first! Thanks for any and all advice/opinions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Check all suspension and check for sludge, if considering a xuv why not go with a Avalanche?? Id offer no more than $3,000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slimpsy1647545505 Posted September 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Check all suspension and check for sludge, if considering a xuv why not go with a Avalanche?? Id offer no more than $3,000 I can't seem to find a decent avalanche for that 3K range, I definitely considered one. Thanks for the tips man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Don't get me started on GM's junk midsize crap, just run away. At that mileage it'll nickel and dime you to death. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slimpsy1647545505 Posted September 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Oh, they are asking $2500 for this XUV. Seems about on point with KBB for specs/mileages/condition. I was gonna offer less cash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slimpsy1647545505 Posted September 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Don't get me started on GM's junk midsize crap, just run away. At that mileage it'll nickel and dime you to death. I have no experience with GMC. . . are they that bad? The research I've done on the 4200 vortec engines say they are pretty solid for 200K and beyond if well maintained? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 Sweet Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 I don't understand the point of those things. I would much rather get a Tahoe/Yukon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiji ST Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Don't get me started on GM's junk midsize crap, just run away. At that mileage it'll nickel and dime you to death. What he said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 I have no experience with GMC. . . are they that bad? The research I've done on the 4200 vortec engines say they are pretty solid for 200K and beyond if well maintained? The engine is decent, however most of the crap bolted to it isn't. Exhaust manifolds crack a lot, air injection components fail, serp system noises, intake vacuum leaks, and I've seen a handfull of burnt valves. Not to mention the rest of the truck isn't any better, like I said nickel and dime. I work on them alot, I get parts as cheap as anyone and I wouldn't keep one I got for free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slimpsy1647545505 Posted September 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 The engine is decent, however most of the crap bolted to it isn't. Exhaust manifolds crack a lot, air injection components fail, serp system noises, intake vacuum leaks, and I've seen a handfull of burnt valves. Not to mention the rest of the truck isn't any better, like I said nickel and dime. I work on them alot, I get parts as cheap as anyone and I wouldn't keep one I got for free. Well that sucks. Seemed like a nice ride on paper. Well then. . on to the next find! Thanks for your advice and saving me from a bad purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwashmycar Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Ive always wondered about their suspensions...Every last one I see is like majorly blown out and/or sagging in all the wrong directions. I just figured every last person who owned them beat the carp out of them lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6 Speed S4 Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Don't get me started on GM's junk midsize crap, just run away. At that mileage it'll nickel and dime you to death. Yes RUN away! I see these often with problems in my service dept. Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Don't get me started on GM's junk midsize crap, just run away. At that mileage it'll nickel and dime you to death. I don't understand the point of those things. I would much rather get a Tahoe/Yukon What he said. The engine is decent, however most of the crap bolted to it isn't. Exhaust manifolds crack a lot, air injection components fail, serp system noises, intake vacuum leaks, and I've seen a handfull of burnt valves. Not to mention the rest of the truck isn't any better, like I said nickel and dime. I work on them alot, I get parts as cheap as anyone and I wouldn't keep one I got for free. Yes RUN away! I see these often with problems in my service dept. Joe These, Save up for a decent Tahoe, Yukon, etc. and save yourself some serious grief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssFo Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 I would look for a Cherokee Sport or GC with the 4.0 in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l36tols1 Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 I would look for a Cherokee Sport or GC with the 4.0 in it. What he said. I learned the hard way. My TB started nickel and diming me at 90k miles until the transmission completely crapped out on me at 110k miles. I can only imagine something with 100k more miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiek2000 Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Don't buy a XUV. buy a regular envoy/trailblazer 2007-2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoostedAce Posted September 9, 2015 Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 Best advice, don't buy one. Will bite the wallet often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiek2000 Posted September 9, 2015 Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 Last few we had in for the XUV specific parts (mid-window, rear hatch) got very expensive to repair. some of the parts aren't even available anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted September 9, 2015 Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 Last few we had in for the XUV specific parts (mid-window, rear hatch) got very expensive to repair. some of the parts aren't even available anymore. This doesn't surprise me at all. I think in the past 5 years I've only ever seen 1 or 2 of the XUVs in the shop. Last thing I'd want is that option on top of the regular junk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted September 9, 2015 Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 I work on them alot, I get parts as cheap as anyone and I wouldn't keep one I got for free. Some solid, honest feedback. Would keep me from buying it for sure regardless of the condition. Good luck with the hunt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiek2000 Posted September 9, 2015 Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 This doesn't surprise me at all. I think in the past 5 years I've only ever seen 1 or 2 of the XUVs in the shop. Last thing I'd want is that option on top of the regular junk. you're lucky. we see a couple per month Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 you're lucky. we see a couple per month Yeah, I saw a couple come in when I was at Gill, but Lash doesn't attract any, thank god. My luck I'll suddenly get one in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan218 Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 These, Save up for a decent Tahoe, Yukon, etc. and save yourself some serious grief. This My Yukon has 236k on. Still going strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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