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C. Charles Hahn

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C. Charles Hahn Senior Enthusiast

C. Charles Hahn

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So I'm very close to grabbing up a 2008 Sierra All Terrain, and I'm curious.... anyone know much yet about the factory bluetooth they've added to the '09 models? I'm just thinking if it's possible, I would LOVE to add it to one of the older NBS trucks. I could wait for the '09s to be out and just buy one, but honestly I can't see gambling that the deals will be anywhere near as good on them as they are on '08s right now.

 

Thoughts, anyone?

D&SYukonDenali Senior Enthusiast

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I would not take the gamble at this point. Even if the bluetooth in 09's does not work with the 08's, there some aftermarket ones coming out this fall that look good (search the previous threads, Bluefusion, for more details). However, if GM does not make them (bluetooth units) avaiable for 08's and earlier, there is another revenue streams they will miss out on.

tobias Senior Enthusiast

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So I'm very close to grabbing up a 2008 Sierra All Terrain, and I'm curious.... anyone know much yet about the factory bluetooth they've added to the '09 models? I'm just thinking if it's possible, I would LOVE to add it to one of the older NBS trucks. I could wait for the '09s to be out and just buy one, but honestly I can't see gambling that the deals will be anywhere near as good on them as they are on '08s right now.

 

Thoughts, anyone?

 

I would bet that there will be an add on for the GMT900 class of trucks. If not, I agree with D&S, there are plenty of other options. Take the good deal and then hope or DIY!

omegafiler Senior Enthusiast

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Well, since the new '09 MY Bluetooth is going to be integrated with the new Onstar system, I doubt the older ones are going to be upgradeable. At least not very easily! Aftermarket BT would be the way to go if you've got a good deal on an '08.

C. Charles Hahn Senior Enthusiast

C. Charles Hahn

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Well, since the new '09 MY Bluetooth is going to be integrated with the new Onstar system, I doubt the older ones are going to be upgradeable. At least not very easily! Aftermarket BT would be the way to go if you've got a good deal on an '08.

 

Sounds like that's the consensus... thanks guys! Good to know that the Bluetooth is integrated with Onstar, I wasn't sure if it was going to be with that or the radio/HU.

 

I actually just got off the phone with my salesman about doing a dealer trade, and it looks like I'll be getting an '08 Sierra SLT Crew Cab (4WD) with the 5.3 and All Terrain package in Stealth Grey. I'll miss my TBSS, but I can't wait to get the new truck! :lol:

 

Now the last item on my agenda is to negotiate "GM Employee Pricing for Everyone" extending to parts/accessories, lol....

Won_Hunglo Enthusiast

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Sales are still in the crapper. I would wait a few months & pick up an 09 for cheaper then the 08's are now. Employee pricing 08 is not moving steel like it did in 05.

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