H3 ALPHA Pics and Video

[eugenebeauxbuton]

I think that this was already asked, but what is the price set to be? Oh, also, is anyone as jealous as me of the future 2008 H3 owners?? I wanna V8!!!



Nice changes tho.

[DRTYFN]

I see they've fixed the window control placement issue. No more contortionist moves to open the windows.

[DRTYFN]

[Diabolus]

Originally Posted by eugenebeauxbuton

I think that this was already asked, but what is the price set to be?

I think F5 was saying around an extra 2 G's.

[Huck BB62]

That's $666.66666666666666666666666 a cylinder!!!

The $666 question is, how much would H3 owners pay for the cast iron front diff alone!? My guess is that it very well may be cheaper to simply buy a new Alpha!

[lance-n]

i really hope that the h3 alpha has more real off road stuff than what has been shown on the website. i mean, this is definitely a step in the right direction and i am certain that there are other new features not listed on the sneak peek.
how about on-the-fly tire pressure indicators and an inflation/deflation system?
how about a suspension set up that comes standard with 35"x12.5" tires and capable of handling 37's without a torsion adjustment?
how about a snorkel and deeper water fjording abilities?
what about some of the other great things that made the h1 alpha so unique?
i know the market is smaller for these types of items, but it would be great if they could be added as upgrades and still be covered under the overall vehicle warranty.
if they are going to produce an alpha, they should make an ALPHA!!! right?

[Sewie]

Originally Posted by lance-n

i really hope that the h3 alpha has more real off road stuff than what has been shown on the website. i mean, this is definitely a step in the right direction and i am certain that there are other new features not listed on the sneak peek.
how about on-the-fly tire pressure indicators and an inflation/deflation system?
how about a suspension set up that comes standard with 35"x12.5" tires and capable of handling 37's without a torsion adjustment?
how about a snorkel and deeper water fjording abilities?
what about some of the other great things that made the h1 alpha so unique?
i know the market is smaller for these types of items, but it would be great if they could be added as upgrades and still be covered under the overall vehicle warranty.
if they are going to produce an alpha, they should make an ALPHA!!! right?

The main improvements to the H1 that made it an Alpha were the engine and transmission. For the H3 its the engine and the front diff. A little bit of lift would be nice, maybe a front locker option. But come on, a snorkel, CTIS? Would you pay $60K for an H3?

[H3less]

I knew that I was waiting for something Time to call the dealer back and put some more pressure on them and some money on the line! Maybe I have learned that patients has some virtue and I'll be driving a new alpha in the fall!

[HummerHippy]

my 2 cents... I likey!!!

[lance-n]

Originally Posted by Sewie

The main improvements to the H1 that made it an Alpha were the engine and transmission. For the H3 its the engine and the front diff. A little bit of lift would be nice, maybe a front locker option. But come on, a snorkel, CTIS? Would you pay $60K for an H3?

Sewie,
You can't harsh a guy for dreaming!!!! Not sure if i like the little head bashing icon. I prefer this little guy >>>>>

The H1 ALPHA's came with snorkels, at least the ones I have been in did. Maybe it is too much for the soccer mom and mall warrior style H3's, but just imagine being able to go through a 36-40 inch deep body of water with no worries!!! As stated, they should at least be offered as a factory installed option.

I am particularly impressed by the seemingly airtight cabin on the H3. Many people comment on how quiet the ride is and I am convinced that it is somewhat close to being water tight from the bottom. I have not submerged mine up to the doors yet, except at high speed through a small area. I am sure somebody here has and knows whether or not the water seeps in...

Does anyone know the estimated/projected fuel economy of the H3 ALPHA?

All in, I paid $41k for my 2006 Adventure package including california tax, title and license and the options. The only thing I have added since is a higher gain XM Antenna. Can't wait until the 33's wear out so I can upgrade to 35's!

Not sure on the $60k price tag, but I believe there is a market that would gladly pay $50k for an H3 ALPHA with V8, real tires, front locker, deeper fjording capabilities, heavy duty roof rack, and that CTIS would just be the sh*t!!!! I know I would.

[Sewie]

Originally Posted by lance-n

Sewie,
You can't harsh a guy for dreaming!!!! Sure I can.

The H1 ALPHA's came with snorkels, Nope. Not standard. And a snorkel does not constitute a deep water fording kit. FYI - the fording depth for the H1 is 30", only 6" more than the H3.


Not sure on the $60k price tag, but I believe there is a market that would gladly pay $50k for an H3 ALPHA with V8, real tires, front locker, deeper fjording capabilities, heavy duty roof rack, and that CTIS would just be the sh*t!!!! I know I would.

The H1 is a completely different beast, with 4 wheel independent suspension, geared hubs, inboard brakes, etc. etc. CTIS may not even possible on an H3. That's mainly why you got a .

If F5 is right, and the Alpha comes as a package with the Lux interior, etc., then I'd expect it to come pretty close to $50K without all options you're mentioning. My $60K comment was actually being generous.

[DRTYFN]

Originally Posted by lance-n

The H1 ALPHA's came with snorkels, at least the ones I have been in did.
The Alphas do NOT come from the factory with snorkels. Maybe the ones you've been in had them added by the owners.
I am particularly impressed by the seemingly airtight cabin on the H3. Many people comment on how quiet the ride is and I am convinced that it is somewhat close to being water tight from the bottom. Trust me, they're not "water tight" if they're in water past the bottom of the door for more than a couple of minutes.I have not submerged mine up to the doors yet, except at high speed through a small area. I am sure somebody here has and knows whether or not the water seeps in...

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[Crash ?]

Originally Posted by lance-n

The H1 ALPHA's came with snorkels, at least the ones I have been in did. Maybe it is too much for the soccer mom and mall warrior style H3's, but just imagine being able to go through a 36-40 inch deep body of water with no worries!!! As stated, they should at least be offered as a factory installed option.

Ummm.. Sure it'll breath higher, but what you gonna do about the rest of those electrical parts that don't dig being under water.. Alternator, fuse box, batteries, etc...

I am particularly impressed by the seemingly airtight cabin on the H3. Many people comment on how quiet the ride is and I am convinced that it is somewhat close to being water tight from the bottom. I have not submerged mine up to the doors yet, except at high speed through a small area. I am sure somebody here has and knows whether or not the water seeps in...

It ain't even close to watertight.. I dipped a rental H3 into a hole a bit to deep, had to be snatched out backwards and ended up with 3 inches of water in the floorboard in less than a minute.. Someguy on here dumped on off into a pond sideways a good while back and the moment he hit water it fried most of the electrical stuff in the truck.. Doors wouldn't unlock, windows wouldn't roll down..

[Crash ?]

Originally Posted by Huck BB62

That's $666.66666666666666666666666 a cylinder!!!

The $666 question is, how much would H3 owners pay for the cast iron front diff alone!?

Apparantly GM thinks we'd give our soul for it...

[f5fstop]

Originally Posted by Diabolus

I think F5 was saying around an extra 2 G's.

F5 said he THOUGHT. However, let me add from what I have heard, the Alpha package is a fully loaded package. Similar to the lux package, but with the engine.
Rumor has it, that is the only way to get the V8, but that is a RUMOR. Needless to say, I have no connections or friends in marketing.

I have a lot of questions myself, such as the chrome POS front brush guard, is that standard on the Alpha? Can I get a black one vs. the chrome bling?

Just too many questions right now that only marketing can answer.

However, I do have one that someone asked me and that is plug changes. After the plastic engine shield is removed, spark plug access is no problem. That shield makes it look like the engine is crammed in, but there is a lot of room between engine and body.

You also have to remember, what you are seeing is a SHOW Vehicle. My worry about the chrome brush guard may not be a problem, since this is a SHOW vehicle. I would guess, sometime around May, prices, standard options and available options will be released to the dealer. Maybe earlier...

[Crash ?]

I just want the part number for the front diff assembly..

I have no need for a V8 in the first place, unless it gets something to the tune of 30mpg.. You think that thing's gonna get you down a trail any faster..??

[NEOCON1]

Originally Posted by Crash ?

I just want the part number for the front diff assembly..

I have no need for a V8 in the first place, unless it gets something to the tune of 30mpg.. You think that thing's gonna get you down a trail any faster..??

[Diabolus]

Originally Posted by Crash ?

I have no need for a V8 in the first place, unless it gets something to the tune of 30mpg.. You think that thing's gonna get you down a trail any faster..??

Nope, but it'll get you TO the trail faster! I'm just hoping the initial demand isn't that high(for my own selfish reasons!)

[Crash ?]

Originally Posted by Diabolus

Nope, but it'll get you TO the trail faster! I'm just hoping the initial demand isn't that high(for my own selfish reasons!)

Bet it don't... I'm the guy driving down the road at 45mph, with the windows rolled down, singin' with the gospel radio station and watching the world go by while everyone's honkin' and flippin' me the bird...

Screw all them bastiches.. I'm having me a good time..!!!

[stagger_lee]

Originally Posted by Crash ?

Bet it don't... I'm the guy driving down the road at 45mph, with the windows rolled down, singin' with the Grateful Dead and watching the world go by while everyone's honkin' and flippin' me the bird...

Screw all them bastiches.. I'm having me a good time..!!!

...just keep truckin on!