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After realizing that I just wouldn't be happy with the All Terrain carbon fiber interior, I've set my sights on a Denali. Must haves for me are the 6.2, a sunroof, and nav. Anything beyond that is just a bonus.

 

Now the question is, should I take advantage of deep discounts on the remaining 15's, or wait until discounts start on 16s? There is a local dealer with a 15 that checks all my boxes that I could land for under $50K (employee discount), but now, of course, I am questioning if I should hold out for the new headlights, slight refresh etc.

 

Current ride is a leveled 2012 Tahoe.

 

Thoughts?

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There's deals to be had on the 16's now. I got 20% (11k) off my 2016.

 

Another local dealer has a 2016 that stickers at just a tick under $60K on their lot now. If I could get them to hit that 20% mark, they'd sell a car today! Unfortunately, we're still about 5k apart.

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Yep, I got a great deal on my 2016 in December... couldn't believe it. Either way... get the 2016... it's a nice upgrade from the 2014-2015 ( I had a 2014 before)

robvas Enthusiast

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They get 20% off each model, just a matter of what time of year

 

I'd base 2015 vs 2016 on which do you like the looks of

GMC-AT Senior Enthusiast

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The LED headlights on my 2016 are incredibly good.

 

So true! ... and locking tailgate, wireless charging, 10x better Intelli link system..

RHStansbury Enthusiast

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No locking tailgate on the 2015s? That may have made the decision for me. Seriously.

 

Now I wait....

RHStansbury Enthusiast

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That's what I was referring to as well. Funny how something so small can make such a big difference.

GMC-AT Senior Enthusiast

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auto roll down windows with the key fob as well... not sure this was on the 2015's... defiantly not 2014.

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Auto mirrors fold/unfold with keyfob too

 

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My 2015 does this.

 

To the OP, the only factor that I would decide on is the warranty. The 2016 warranty was reduced by 40,000 miles if I am not mistaken. This is the main reason I am happy with my 2015. They are basically the same truck with just a few software upgrades and a diff style front end.

 

I will say I wish mine had the 2016 headlights though. I had a 2016 for a loaner for 3-4 days last week and the headlights are night and day better.

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I was thinking the same thing but I held out for the 2016. It is definitely a nice upgrade from the 15. The LED lights alone would of changed my mind they are awesome. The apple car play is very nice as well.

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