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[H3PAC]

Originally Posted by surf twang

We've decided to get an H3 - if we can find a dealer that won't try to screw us over.

Good move walking out on that dealer - they were trying to pull the old scam on you where the salesman, suddenly your best friend, helps you negotiate with that mean old sales manager. What a bunch of crap. Whenever I'm at a dealership and pick up on any of that nonsense, I'm out of there.

I purchased my H3 from Criswell Hummer in Gaithersburg, MD, about a 2 1/2 hour drive from home. I did the entire deal, including financing, on the web with a very straight up guy named Jim Gladhill. They charged me $275 over invoice, didn't hose me on any dealer-installed options, and added/swapped a few options literally overnight so I had the exact vehicle I wanted. It was ready as promised, parked inside, all shiny, full of fuel and ready to go. I was met by the salesman who entertained my kids, escorted us to the finance manager who had all the paperwork ready and then introduced to two very knowledgeable technicians who briefed us on the entire vehicle. They gave us a couple of gifts when we left, and followed up the next day with a phone call to see how we liked our new vehicle. I can honestly say it was the best buying experience of my life.

So don't put up with those scum sucking parasites that play those old car sales games. They're out to rob you. They will lie, cheat, and defraud you. Tell them to kiss your ass as it heads out the door with the rest of you. There are plenty of GOOD dealers out there who deserve your business.

Good luck with your search!

[surf twang]

It should be a simple transaction. I have a supplier discount so there's no negotiating the price. However, I'm finding that the dealers offer different lease rates even though they're all using GMAC. The dealer I was at offered a great lease plan then tried to renegotiate the price and add on a bunch of options I didn't want. I went to a dealer who didn't play this game but his lease rates were much higher and the monthly payment was too high for our budget. I'm going to see if this dealer will match the other's lease plan. If so, we'll be driving to Albuquerque in a new H3.

[Sewie]

Unfortunately, all the dealers in the Bay Area seem to suck in the customer service department. If you can't get the deal you want, take a drive up to Sacramento Hummer. I've heard nothing but good things about them.

Also, if you're working with Silicon Valley Hummer, be aware that they've been sold and will be closing up shop soon.

Sewie,

So what or who's going to be our South Bay Hummer shop? Will the Los Gatos facility stay the same?

S.

[Sewie]

Originally Posted by Steve - SanJose

Sewie,

So what or who's going to be our South Bay Hummer shop? Will the Los Gatos facility stay the same?

S.

What I've heard is that Stevens Creek Pontiac Buick GMC bought up the rights and inventory. Both SVH locations will close. Not sure when the actual switch is going to take place though.

Originally Posted by Sewie

What I've heard is that Stevens Creek Pontiac Buick GMC bought up the rights and inventory. Both SVH locations will close. Not sure when the actual switch is going to take place though.

Thanks for the info, I guess we will have to stay tuned.

S.

[H3.007]

I live in South Central PA in the Laurel Highlands (commute daily) and I travel to Northwestern PA, to the Allegheny Mountains and Forest, somewhat regularly. The H3 is not a Corvette and I certainly wouldn't try to pass while towing anything, but by itself, the H3 is more than capable of passing slower trafiic - even uphill. I have done it numerous times and have yet to have a close call. Granted, you will hit high RPMs in doing so but rarely do I need to get close to the red line to get by the traffic I need to. I had a Ford Explorer Sport with a V6, before buying the H3, and I feel much more confident merging into and passing traffic with the H3. Much more crisp throttle response and much more stable.

Just my humble opinion...

[jman_in_minnesota]

Ah yes, SF Bay Area car dealerships, what fun they are, appears things still haven't changed since I bought a car out there from a certain miserable one in Pleasanton...