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Hello all. I am looking at buying a 2006 GMC Sierra SLT z71 4x4.  Only seen pics as of now and not in person.  I have the vin and cannot determine a few things. 

 

Doesn't Z71 typically have the decals on the bed sides and fender flares?  This rig does not. So what codes designate it had flares and decals or is there. 

 

I see it has 4.10 gears, m30 tranny, np8 t-case DIC etc.  Believe it has the 5.3 engine. So driving like an old man what would the typical mileage be 14-15?

 

Looks like this has all the bells and whistles like leather, sunroof, Bose, buckets with console, steering wheel controls, ext cab etc.

 

I  am trying to get  a carfax or autocheck tomorrow to see if any issues. Anyone help out with a free check with these two places? 

 

Has 126K miles, of course owned by 77 year old that took care of it, not a dealer private party.  Any suggestions on what to look at or for when i see in person here shortly.

 

Thanks all for help. 

Kaju65 Enthusiast

Kaju65

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If you send me your VIN I can decode it for you and answer some of your questons.

 

Pete

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lryfer

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I did gt a copy of the glove box codes. I can find some of the codes shown on the sticker from glove box but not all.  So who can help out to show me what all this rig has in/on it for options, drive train etc?

 

Anyone run an autocheck for me to see if any accidents, flood, auction or service records?  

 

Thanks for the help

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