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2010 3500 D/max, Good Deal?

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Rick Kr

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Long time reader, first time poster.

 

I found a dealer that has 3 2010 Chevy 3500 Crew Cab 4x4 Duramax SRW long boxes.

Just the plain jane work truck, tilt, air, cruise, power locks and a CD.

 

They did get built with the locking diff, trans and eng coolers, BUT no hitch, wiring,

or integrated brake controller. I figured the hitch/wiring/controller would be almost standard on a 3500 D/max, guess not.

 

I estimate 300 for a hitch, 50 for wiring, and 125 for a brake controller.

 

The big question, $36,990, should I get it? IIRC when I had a dealer price one out a year ago, it was around $44,000 for a similar truck.

 

I'll have to live with vinyl seats, rubber floor mats, crank windows, and no XM.

 

What do you think????

Thanks in advance.

Rick

Stevens03 Senior Enthusiast

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Hold out for an '11

 

Just to big of a difference in my book. Plus... Do you really want a "basic" truck for almost $37,000 :(

Shatterz Enthusiast

Shatterz

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You guys are forgetting that a 2010 Duramax does not have any DEF (diesel exhuast fluid) to deal with A big plus if you ask me, that elminiates a lot of emissions equipment and associated costs if/when something malfunctions. There is nothing wrong with the 2010 and earlier frame suspension etc, it has served well on the HD trucks dating back to 2001. The c channel frame on pre 2011 trucks is extremely robust, more so than any ford or dodge c channel frame. I know manufacterers bost about torsional rigidiy this and that with the new boxed design. But my question to them would be why the the largest and most heavy duty trucks on the road still use the good ole' c channel?

 

A 2010 will be a VERY capable truck, and probably more truck than you'll ever need, and you will not have to deal with the emissions equipment and refilling of the DEF tank every 3-5000 miles or so (which depends on how hard the truck is being used).

becker87 Senior Enthusiast

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I say it depends on what it will be used for. Short around town trips, or highway use? If it's around town i say go for the 2010, although that's to much to pay for it. If it's all highway then get an 2011 because the diesel will perform that much better and the DEF wont to that great in city driving IMO. But in the end it's what you want, good luck!

GMC Denali HD Enthusiast

GMC Denali HD

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Seems like a bit too much for a base model truck. I am with the others that suggest you look at the 2011. There are some great deals out there with great 0% financing that can save you a bundle if you are financing a big chunk. I looked at the used market and determined buying new was a better deal. At least get some quotes.

Rick Kr New Member

Rick Kr

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Long time reader, first time poster.

 

I found a dealer that has 3 2010 Chevy 3500 Crew Cab 4x4 Duramax SRW long boxes.

Just the plain jane work truck, tilt, air, cruise, power locks and a CD.

 

They did get built with the locking diff, trans and eng coolers, BUT no hitch, wiring,

or integrated brake controller. I figured the hitch/wiring/controller would be almost standard on a 3500 D/max, guess not.

 

I estimate 300 for a hitch, 50 for wiring, and 125 for a brake controller.

 

The big question, $36,990, should I get it? IIRC when I had a dealer price one out a year ago, it was around $44,000 for a similar truck.

 

I'll have to live with vinyl seats, rubber floor mats, crank windows, and no XM.

 

What do you think????

Thanks in advance.

Rick

Ezrider_92356 Enthusiast

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iv had a few trucks with the rubber floor and really like them they don't look horable and so easy to clean you can have people getting in and out of your truck with muddy boots 15 mins latter with a broom wash cloth and a can of tire shine. the vinal seats suck though if you get it try to find some different seats from a junk yard.

Rick Kr New Member

Rick Kr

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Thanks for your opinions.

 

I was wanting a 2010 to stay away from the DPF. When pricing a 2011 they are around 46K for a work truck and 52K for LT.

 

As far as pulling the 10 should handle my 13K trailer.

 

Dealership has 5 of these trucks that the military ordered. They are low-balling a price on my 2010 1500 for a trade, which is no surprise. Might try to trade my older 1 ton instead. But then I would have a 2010 1500 and a 3500. Not good on the pocket book.

 

I'll see how things work out over the next few days.

Thanks again.

Rick

pm26 Senior Enthusiast

pm26

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Back in 2008 I had a chance to get a brand new 2007 Classic Duramax crew cab long bed 2 WD work truck for $ 23k!!!!!!!(including my $2,500 GM card rebate) It had A/C, CD player, nice cloth seats (same as LT1 version), rear defroster, cruise control, and tow package. It was being sold way under invoice because it was purchased by this dealer from a bankrupt dealership. I regret not buying it as an everyday driver, as prices like that will never be here again! :(

 

And then there was a brand new left over 2008 crew cab Duramax 4X4 LT1 for $ 31K (again with my $ 2,500 GM card rebate). This was proably the best price on a nicely equipped Duramax truck I have ever seen.

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