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kkmitchell5 Enthusiast

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#2 Sounds exactly like my all terrain except it has the 6.2 I wouldn't change a thing on it ( except for getting the 6.2 of course :thumbs:) I love everything about my all terrain and the preferred package is something that has a lot of very nice features. Go with #2!!!!

Z45 Senior Enthusiast

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Here is a standard box cc with 6.2L and over $10,000 off, Marquette, MI 15 min from airport, ask for Phil (I am not Phil and I have no vested interest in sale of this truck, just know the guy for years, straight shooter, no bs)

 

http://www.publicservicegarage.com/VehicleDetails/new-2015-GMC-Sierra_1500-Crew_Cab_Standard_Box_4_Wheel_Drive_SLT-Marquette-MI/2537805403

 

2015 GMC Sierra 1500
SLT 4WD, Crew Cab Standard Box
VIN 3GTU2VEJ7FG360980
Engine 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine
Transmission 8-speed automatic transmission
Trim Cocoa/Dune, Leather-appointed front seat trim
Color Summit White
ghgmi Enthusiast

ghgmi

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Another vote against black paint.

 

FWIW, I like the sliding rear window, too, but only on a regular cab. But on a CC, it's too hard to reach. (Unless they're powered on these new trucks.)

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Another vote against black paint.

 

FWIW, I like the sliding rear window, too, but only on a regular cab. But on a CC, it's too hard to reach. (Unless they're powered on these new trucks.)

They are powered now. And it's only a 250. option.

2018GMC Senior Enthusiast

2018GMC

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My vote is none of the above, especially if you want a standard bed. Get the color you want, even if you have to travel. Some dealers will pick you up at airport or you could pay the dealer transfer fee.

Spurshot Senior Enthusiast

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My vote is none of the above, especially if you want a standard bed. Get the color you want, even if you have to travel. Some dealers will pick you up at airport or you could pay the dealer transfer fee.

I flew to San Jose in 99 for my gmt800. The dealer picked me up at the airport and had all the paperwork laid out to sign. 20-30 mins and I was down the road. I flew to San Francisco in 2008. The dealer paid for my tickets and picked me up at the airport. This latest truck was easy...100 mile drive. I used GM customer service to locate the trucks. Get the truck you want. Travel if you need to.

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2SS/RSD

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:chevrolet: Truck # 2 Black on Black is always a winner! That's how I roll!!

Zasker1 Enthusiast

Zasker1

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I had a black truck. I found out I'm not a black truck guy. My last truck was red. I found out I'm not a red truck guy.

 

You have more experience buying K2 trucks than I. But since you asked....I would not get nav. I would buy an Alpine aftermarket. Standard beds only for me. No mini beds. Been there.

 

 

Alpine, I did not think it was supported for the 1500. Last I checked the XM009 was only supported on the 2500, did something change?

crushNchowda Senior Enthusiast

crushNchowda

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I did go w/ the black/black - pick it up Thurs this week..final price before ttl came to $48,500 including a clear bra for the front bumper and linex in the bed....pretty much $3500 higher than the lowest prices I have seen advertised, but after factoring in cost to transport and/or fly and drive back its not so bad.

Everything is more expensive in MA I guess...I showed this dealer (and others) prices from places down in FL, MI, and IL and they just say that it's a different market.

I will say they were all pretty much consistent (RI/MA/NH) w/ not shaving down the price as much as dealers in other states. At the end of the day I still got about $7000 off when you factor the liner/film.

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I did go w/ the black/black - pick it up Thurs this week..final price before ttl came to $48,500 including a clear bra for the front bumper and linex in the bed....pretty much $3500 higher than the lowest prices I have seen advertised, but after factoring in cost to transport and/or fly and drive back its not so bad.

 

Everything is more expensive in MA I guess...I showed this dealer (and others) prices from places down in FL, MI, and IL and they just say that it's a different market.

 

I will say they were all pretty much consistent (RI/MA/NH) w/ not shaving down the price as much as dealers in other states. At the end of the day I still got about $7000 off when you factor the liner/film.

Congrats on the new truck.

 

I found when I bought mine the dealers in mass were unwilling to do much of anything off msrp for my Chevy which i had to order( fully loaded ltz, max tow 6.2). The dealer I bought my 06 from and one where a friend of mine is a sales guy all wanted full price for the most part. I ended up ordering mine in Saco Maine and I got a great price and the dealer was super nice to deal with.

gr8almty1 Enthusiast

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I too had some nagging issues on a ruby double cab and wanted to upgrade to CC but didn't want to give up 6.5 bed. Ended up getting a 50k CC LTZ 6.5 bed for 38k and the dealer kicked in linex and running boards. Went black this time around and love it. Go option #1

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For what it's worth, I test drove a 2014 Denali CC short box with a 6.2 liter. I don't know what the rear end gearing was, but I found it to be a slug, no pick up at all (if that's what you are looking for). My Silverado with the 5.3 is much quicker on acceleration. I'm sure the Denali weighs a lot more than my Siverado. If you want the 6.2 for towing, I'm sure it's the better choice.

Also, my last truck was black, easily best looking color on a truck, worst color to keep clean and everything is MISERABLE to touch hot in the summer - even the inside of the cab.

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