Buying Decision

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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR> Don't forget that you are not really talking about just July - we've read here that the 2004 doesn't reach showrooms until October - even 'though the assembly line supposedly switches over in mid August.
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The sales rep at my local dealer told me today that production of the '04's begins in July with dealers taking delivery in August. That explains my earlier comment. I guess I need to consider the source.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR> Get the Garmin Street Pilot III. If the GM nav system functions anything like OnStar it will suck. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

It may very well suck, but totally different technology from OnStar. My wife has a Honda Odyssey with the factory nav system and it works pretty well. At my age, I like the large touch screen instead of the compact units like the Garmin. Of course, the Garmin software can be updated more readily (and more cheaply) than the DVD based systems. But honestly, the availability of a nav system is not deal breaker for an '03 for me. If I could get a hefty discount on an '03 I would forget the nav system and just add an aftermarket system with DVD and screens for the kids.

Also, new colors are a non-issue. I'll get either pewter or black. Personally, I like yellow but the CEO doesn't. She thinks it screams "Look at me - I'm driving a Hummer!" I just think it looks sporty. Strangely, my 12 year old son doesn't care for yellow either. He wants black. I've accepted the fact that it won't be yellow.

Thanks to everyone who has responded. Haven't talleyed it up, but looks like the "Buy Now" crowd is in the lead.