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First time truck buyer - need help!

Iron

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Slugworth Enthusiast

Slugworth

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Because that's what they really cost

They are the highest volume dealer in the country. They don't give you much for trade-in and they don't negotiate.

Well in reality I don't think any dealer gives much for trade-in, since when they offer you more on the trade-in they are making it up somewhere else, which really isn't offeeing you more to at all.

I love Laura based on reviews, I didn't know they existed when I bought my truck. Sounds like the perfect dealer if you ask me. No negotiating just cheap prices, resolves everything we hate about new vehicle shopping.

Wow that's good to know!!

michigan2500hd Senior Enthusiast

michigan2500hd

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I dont think the OP wants a floor mounted shift lever, rather 4wd and and the center console storage area normally found on the LTZ, HC and Denali trims. I think if you want a 4wd. Floor mounted shifter you have to go with the WT trim.

 

 

Lol..I read it again and I'm sure you're correct. I guess I read into that incorrectly. Thanks

 

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T1Kaiju Enthusiast

T1Kaiju

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20% off msrp minimum this time of year as 18s are weeks away...

 

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T1Kaiju Enthusiast

T1Kaiju

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Find your preference in a truck fresh off a 24 month lease and pay cash.

This may seem like a deal vs. MSRP, but no one pays MSRP. Save a couple grand to buy a question mark, no thanks...

 

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Iron

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Just a question about your preference on a floor mounted 4x4 selector. Is there a advantage nowadays? I'm not one for all the gimiky gadgets we're getting on it vehicles now but I do love the auto feature on the transfer case. Is the lever mounted selector actually a more reliable system? Is there a mechanical connection or is it still just a lever that actuates a electrical switch?

 

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I am going to install a console safe for concealed carry purposes.

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Heavy 5.7

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If I was trying to buy one new, I'd print out the comparable lauragmc truck to my local dealer and be like, look, gonna cost me about $1k to fly there and drive home. Can you match this plus $1k. I am also Trying to get Insurance for Pick up truck, Have you got?

If that's the extent of your negotiating skills I can imagine the sales manager smiling, shaking your hand and saying "bye, have a safe flight".

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