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Just bought my Silverado a couple of weeks ago and I love it so far. Believe it or not,at almost 50 years old, this is my first GM product ever. I've owned everything but it seems, not sure why. I do work for and build Honda's CRV/Civic models and I do get a deal on that reliable brand so that explains the last almost 20 years and before that it always seemed to be a Ford or Dodge for some reason. I never did think much of the Ridgeline however and while I was more or less happy with the Tacoma I traded in for my Silverado I just wanted more truck and this one certainly is that.

Silver DC, SB, 5.3, LT with the 18" wheel and power/heated bucket options checked off along with the True North package (All Star in the States?)

Plan on posting pictures when all the dirt, snow and sand is finally gone, which can't happen soon enough BTW :-)

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Congratulations on your new rig and welcome from a fellow Canadian! You made a good move. :thumbs:

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Congratulations on your new rig and welcome from a fellow Canadian! You made a good move. :thumbs:

Thanks. That's a nice looking 08, how's it treated you over the years? I bought an extended warranty with mine because I'm not sure what to expect.

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Thanks. That's a nice looking 08, how's it treated you over the years? I bought an extended warranty with mine because I'm not sure what to expect.

Thanks! It's been a great truck with few issues and what there has been is minor. Just turned over 100k miles so about 163 kms. This has been the longest I've kept a daily driver and not gotten tired of it. Biggest issue was a wheel bearing a few months ago. I'd say that you made a good choice.

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