Has anyone switched from the H2 to the H3?

[cl998]

The other thing that is driving me crazy is the price of the H3's. I dont buy new cars but the price of used H3's is almost the price of a new one. If they were $20K I wouldnt blink an eye but for a used one its $28-low 30's and just about the same price as brand new.

Do the H3's have all the basic engine mods such as a K&N intake, etc?

Do other H3's owners do "the wave" like some H2 people?

On another note:
I was talking to a guy at the H dealer the other day and we discussed the rumor of a V8 and pickup truck H3. He pointed out that by the time you drop a V8 in an H3 its going to get the same mpg as a Suburban so whats the point, interesting thought. The other interesting point was about the pickup truck rumor. He says GM is struggling because they dont think people will want to pay $30k+ for a pickup when you can go get a basic Ford or Chevy for under $20k.

[marin8703]

Originally Posted by cl998

The other thing that is driving me crazy is the price of the H3's. I dont buy new cars but the price of used H3's is almost the price of a new one. If they were $20K I wouldnt blink an eye but for a used one its $28-low 30's and just about the same price as brand new.

Do the H3's have all the basic engine mods such as a K&N intake, etc?

Do other H3's owners do "the wave" like some H2 people?

On another note:
I was talking to a guy at the H dealer the other day and we discussed the rumor of a V8 and pickup truck H3. He pointed out that by the time you drop a V8 in an H3 its going to get the same mpg as a Suburban so whats the point, interesting thought. The other interesting point was about the pickup truck rumor. He says GM is struggling because they dont think people will want to pay $30k+ for a pickup when you can go get a basic Ford or Chevy for under $20k.

The used H3 market is real good for selers now cauze its in demand and not too much supply, but that will all change soon, donno how soon.

There are alot of engine mods for the H3, well not alot but some. You have intakes, exhausts, pcm, and im probably missing something else.

There wa a thread on the wave thing. Some do it. I personally dont, i dont see the point of waving to a omplete stranger soley based on teh fact that you drive the same car, what the hell does that mean, thats probably the only thing you have in common.

The are rumors of of a V8, and an H3T, and maybe the V8 will be in the Alpha, but we will see soon enough. As for the statement that fuel economy will drop if a V8 is put it I completely disagree. The mpg is not only dependent on engine size, but is mainly a factor of weight. If its an AFM V8 then there will probably be no difference at all. True the H3T might be overpriced compared to the competition, but its a HUMMER, and all hummers are overpriced compared to most of teh competition.

Just my 2 cets.

[Demo]

I don't do the wave thing much, but a guy in a super sweet H1 with all the goodies, waved at me the other day. I felt like a hot chick had just flashed her bewbies at me.

Thanks for the wave super sweet H1 with all the goodies guy.

I think the waving thing is great. This day and age people don't even know their neighbors, if just having the same type of car makes people want to show a nice jesture, I say right on man!

Now back to your regularly scheduled program.

[tomp]

I own both now. I like them both. The H3 is an 07 and has a little more pickup and go than the 06. I don't like the design of the H3 fenders as putting on splash guards is a must and the GM ones do not do the job from what I hear.

I didn't get the H3 to wheel, as it's the Wife's ride - so we didn't get adventure pack. However, I am pretty impressed with it and think had we got the locker that it would do everything my H2 would do.

I'll keep my H2, but would love to have an H1 Alpha even more.

[walc]

I went from an H3, which I liked a lot, to an H2 SUT, which I love.

H2 to H3 is probably rare. Most H3 sales come from people that owned other brands/vehicles.

[K9sH3]

Originally Posted by walc

I went from an H3, which I liked a lot, to an H2 SUT, which I love.

Thinking in the same lines, H2 SUV. I miss the room I had in my large truck. The H3 is perfect for everything but room. I am having a hard time keeping the 3. I am sure it will be sold or traded in very soon.

[cl998]

Last summer when gas was $3/gallon I would do anything to get out of my H2, I wanted a H3 so bad. Now that prices are "better" it doesnt bother me.

So next summer when gas is $4/gallon... I am just thinking the H3 is the better choice all around for the future. When gas is $3/gallon the value of a H2 drops so hard you couldnt give it away.

I just dont want to regret the switch. Maybe I can rent one for a month from Enterprise and see how I like it.

[Huck BB62]

I don't get the anti-wave thing. I live in the sticks though and everyone waves at everyone, at the bare minimum, you get the hand or fingers coming up off of the steering wheel in greeting. What's the big deal? I have noticed that H2 drivers are the ones not apt to wave. I get a highbeam flash, wave, or head nod from H3 owners. H1 owners, for the most part, look at the H3 like a chunk of gravel to be driven over. (sorry, these are just my observations of other people's actions) I kinda feel like a gomer wavin' at 'em, but hey, it's their problem, not mine.

Folks, we GOTTA wave at each other!!! It's the balance of will! It makes up for the fingers and 'fuk yous" that the Mini Cooper, Pious, Jeep, and Fuggin' Junk owners give us!

Karma man, karma. We're not strangers, we like the same vehicle. Don't be embarrassed to show a little friendliness, there's enough a-holes to counterbalance it. Don't worry, I won't hug you (my wife says it's ok to hug Humbebe though 'cause she's a cool person)

[timgco]

[quote=Huck BB62]

Folks, we GOTTA wave at each other!!! It's the balance of will! It makes up for the fingers and 'fuk yous" that the Mini Cooper, Pious, Jeep, and Fuggin' Junk owners give us! quote]

I don;t wave unless they have a GOBI rack up top. Than I know they're Ok to wave to cause they're cool.

[Dani]

I'm thinking of trading my H3 for an H2....

[Disnydad]

I don;t wave unless they have a GOBI rack up top. Than I know they're Ok to wave to cause they're cool.

There is one old dude in a red H2 around here that waves to me, but I thought he might be low or out of gas and want a gallon or so from me so I try not to make eye contact.

[cl998]

Well I sold my H2 today and its so depressing I think I will just drink through the night.

Enterprise has an arrangement with the Hummer dealer for a cheap rental so I think I am going to rent an H3 for a week or so and see how it fits me.
I have to admit, the look, price, nimble-ness and effeciency of the H3 is really attracting me.

Its not that the MPG of the H2 will make me go broke, yes it costs more to drive but in reality its not a deal breaker over what other people pay. But the thought of knowing that the H2 will be basically worthless if gas continues to go up in price. I had my H2 for sale for almost 9 months, it was the least expensive one in 500 miles and it was perfect, under warranty, lux edition, loaded, etc.

I drove an H1 for a day, it was a sweet machine but it was SLOW, CRAMPED, LOUD and just not a good daily vehicle. I would love to have one but if you are in a hurry to get to work that is not the truck to own.

[Hmmm2]

Originally Posted by Disnydad

There is one old dude in a red H2 around here that waves to me, but I thought he might be low or out of gas and want a gallon or so from me so I try not to make eye contact.

[K9sH3]

Originally Posted by Disnydad

There is one old dude in a red H2 around here that waves to me, but I thought he might be low or out of gas and want a gallon or so from me so I try not to make eye contact.