Who regrets 2016+ 5.3 engine choice
02-23-2018, 11:59 AM
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Most dealers around here want $58K and up for a 6.2. No way I'll get one for low 40s, otherwise I'd be all over a deal like that. They're offering 12k off sticker, so a $58k loaded SLT will still go for $46k, unless they would come down a little more but I doubt it. Ideally I'd like the next truck to be under $40k. There's a black 6.2 down the road from me with 20k miles for $41,000, but not interested in a black vehicle again, and I really like the looks of the all terrain models, looks more sporty than the chromed out luxury truck like I have right now.
It's just a waiting game, preciate the videos of the 6.2s, they are badass.
It's just a waiting game, preciate the videos of the 6.2s, they are badass.
03-08-2018, 08:15 AM
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I currently have the 5.3L but will be getting a new truck this summer. Dealer is going to order the one I want from the factory before production stops for the 2019 change over.
Should I get the 6.2L w/ the 8 speed? I don't really need the power, the 5.3L is enough. When I need more power, I need a 3/4 ton truck. I'm looking at it from a stand point of reliability and maintenance costs over a 7 - 10 year period..... Or known issues, etc.
Should I get the 6.2L w/ the 8 speed? I don't really need the power, the 5.3L is enough. When I need more power, I need a 3/4 ton truck. I'm looking at it from a stand point of reliability and maintenance costs over a 7 - 10 year period..... Or known issues, etc.
03-08-2018, 08:24 AM
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Those trucks at Laura are a great deal...wish I would have known about that before I bought this F150. I gotta say I'm spoiled to my rear sliding window, upgraded stereo and a few other things, but those models are up in the high 40s with the 6.2. GM definitely charges a premium for the 6.2 upgrade!
03-08-2018, 11:12 AM
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Those trucks at Laura are a great deal...wish I would have known about that before I bought this F150. I gotta say I'm spoiled to my rear sliding window, upgraded stereo and a few other things, but those models are up in the high 40s with the 6.2. GM definitely charges a premium for the 6.2 upgrade!
https://www.laurabuickgmc.com/Vehicl...-IL/3124907173
03-08-2018, 12:12 PM
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what do you get for mileage? I've put about 12k miles on my truck in a tad over 2 years. Mostly a quick 5-7 minute drive to work and back. So it doesn't even get warmed up. Mileage isn't a big deal with me, but even with the 5.3 it's lower than I thought.
Building online, it adds about $2,500 for the 6.2L and 8 spd.
I would love to go back to Laura to get another GMC pickup, but I like the looks of the Silverado. I cannot stand that gap / indent on the GMC's, above the grill where the grill and hood meet, right in the center. It catches my eye every time and looks like someone got lazy. Otherwise I love that truck but that just drives me nuts. Last I looked, it was just a piece of plastic also. Unless someone found a way to hide that "feature".
Building online, it adds about $2,500 for the 6.2L and 8 spd.
I would love to go back to Laura to get another GMC pickup, but I like the looks of the Silverado. I cannot stand that gap / indent on the GMC's, above the grill where the grill and hood meet, right in the center. It catches my eye every time and looks like someone got lazy. Otherwise I love that truck but that just drives me nuts. Last I looked, it was just a piece of plastic also. Unless someone found a way to hide that "feature".
03-08-2018, 05:32 PM
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what do you get for mileage? I've put about 12k miles on my truck in a tad over 2 years. Mostly a quick 5-7 minute drive to work and back. So it doesn't even get warmed up. Mileage isn't a big deal with me, but even with the 5.3 it's lower than I thought.
Building online, it adds about $2,500 for the 6.2L and 8 spd.
I would love to go back to Laura to get another GMC pickup, but I like the looks of the Silverado. I cannot stand that gap / indent on the GMC's, above the grill where the grill and hood meet, right in the center. It catches my eye every time and looks like someone got lazy. Otherwise I love that truck but that just drives me nuts. Last I looked, it was just a piece of plastic also. Unless someone found a way to hide that "feature".
Building online, it adds about $2,500 for the 6.2L and 8 spd.
I would love to go back to Laura to get another GMC pickup, but I like the looks of the Silverado. I cannot stand that gap / indent on the GMC's, above the grill where the grill and hood meet, right in the center. It catches my eye every time and looks like someone got lazy. Otherwise I love that truck but that just drives me nuts. Last I looked, it was just a piece of plastic also. Unless someone found a way to hide that "feature".