Want to buy a used H3

[LR wolf]

hey all, i'm a newbie here and i'm looking to buy a used 2006 or 2005 H3, could you tell me things to look out for

[HummBebe]

No.

All n00bs must use the search function until we get our FAQ up.

Then you'll have to use that first before you can even post.

[fourfourto]

You can save alot buying a 2005

[NewHummerGuy]

Originally Posted by fourfourto

You can save alot buying a 2005

BS fourfourto. Dont lie to the guy.

Honestly, a low mileage 2004 H3 is the best year. Like a 98 H1.

Good luck on the hunt.

[The Green Lantern]

Originally Posted by LR wolf

hey all, i'm a newbie here and i'm looking to buy a used 2006 or 2005 H3, could you tell me things to look out for

I'm a newbie myself, sorry I can't help you but I know somebody will.

[K9sH3]

You all are gonna scare him off.

But true use the search button, or look for a new 06 on the lot. Or hit up autotrader

Welcome!! to the nut house

[LR wolf]

what i mean is, is there any specific problems i should look out for? price i'm not too concerened with, but with lets say "Land Rovers" i should look out for signs of leaks, are H3 notorious for anything? electrical problems? u bolts? bad radios? anything that seems to pop up alot?

and of course i've been utilizing the search function, but theres alot to get through

[fourfourto]

Seriously any 2006 would be good,they didnt make a 2005.If you want the 22 extra Hp get a 2007.
I would look for a adventure or a luxury with the off road package.

Good luck

[HummBebe]

Originally Posted by LR wolf

what i mean is, is there any specific problems i should look out for? price i'm not too concerened with, but with lets say "Land Rovers" i should look out for signs of leaks, are H3 notorious for anything? electrical problems? u bolts? bad radios? anything that seems to pop up alot?

and of course i've been utilizing the search function, but theres alot to get through

Say what you mean, mean what you say.....but don't say it mean...

[usetosellhummer]

get a 07 with money on the hood and the good lease rates you will be happy. used 06 loaded going for 25-30 and stay away from any with black bars on the hubcaps, they are eairly builds. No huge problems.

[K9sH3]

Oh yeah get a 07 if $$ isn't an issue, a lil more power and a great warranty.

To be honest there are some issues that seem common, dead Batteries, creaking windshield, Roof marker lights that whistle at you, door handles that fall off, Sunroofs that leaked, you know the normal things.. But none of it would be reason enough not to buy one.
I am glad I bought mine... Plus once you get to mud none of that will matter anymore.. You will be smiling as you drive through mud and laughing as you are slinging mud at the guy behind you..

See No Worries!

[HummerHippy]

Originally Posted by usetosellhummer

get a 07 with money on the hood and the good lease rates you will be happy. used 06 loaded going for 25-30 and stay away from any with black bars on the hubcaps, they are eairly builds. No huge problems.

I have black bars on the Hubcaps. But I knew it was an early build. So far, 10K miles, everything is as expected. No probs except the roof rail and washer motor recall. I bought it in Aug 06. It was the only 5 Speed with Adv pkg.

[Anti-BlInG]

I have an 06 with 20k mi. and am very pleased with the vehicle. The only problem i had was a bad battery, but they replaced it.

I give it:

[whaaaaT]

i'll sell you mine. 12,000 miles on it. $32,000

The only somewhat significant 07 vs. 06 difference is the 3.7L vs. 3.5L engine but the horsepower difference is small considering the price difference. I have an 06 purchased in July 2005. I now have 30K miles with no issues.

Good luck in your search.

[usetosellhummer]

Dude it's a Hummer, look at fit and finish on a H2 or H1, I tell the wife "its a hummer, it makes noise"

[aslw]

Wolf, if price is not a concern, then just get an 07 with the 5 yr powertrain warranty and 22 extra HP. If price is a concern then get a new 06, if you can find one. The 06 has a 4 yr warranty.

If you drive lots, the LUX pkg is worth the extra comfort. If I could do it all over again I would have added the off road pkg too. If you like "bling" then buy a plain one and add it yourself. Dealer "bling" is far more expensive.

For research on problems, search "wind noise", "cracked mouldings", "A-pillar", "door handles", "roof marker lights", "vibration"

For getting a discount, search "GMID", "GM Supplier", "GMS"....you wont be sorry. That's if you buy a new vehicle.

Good luck.

[usetosellhummer]

I had a customer lined up on a 03 H1 right off the transport. this was at a discount of $110,000.00s o I was making no money on the deal but a bonus on the moving of an H1. So we track this thing, he comes into town a day eairly to fill out the paperwork and as soon as the tech drives it around the block the tranny blows a plug/seal and tranny fluid is leaking all over the bay. I had to dance to keep this guy another day in a hotel. The next day it burned a mass air flow sensor and we did a jerri rig to get him down the road with his brand new 100k plus H1. He called me a month later and said he was so happy with the truck and just finished tightening evey bolt on it. "becasue most were loose" and we sent him the part to be replaced on the air flow sensor. The H3 belive it or not is the best made Hummer on the street!

[marin8703]

i have an 06 build sep 05, and have had the abs encoder module replaced. other than that no other real problems. small things like rattle and the roof rails replace. So far after 8000 miles im very sattisfied. personally i dont think 07 is worth it. im praying for a bigger hp upgrade in later years and maybe ill upgrade by 2010, hehe. whatever you get make sure its checked out by a competent mechanic, and if possible get the repair history of the vehicle, and look for reoccuring problems, repairs that occur only once are not really problems. I think some people on here can help you get that through the VIN of the vehicle, am i wrong about that?

anyway, if you offroad, make sure to get the appropriate package. good luck!

[NewHummerGuy]

Honestly Wolf, if possible by a low low mileage 06 or 07 from Hummer dealer because it is then certified. Much better warranty then new.

When i traded in my 06 H3 for the H2 they had just began certifying and it was sold in hours. It had 10k miles on it. Basically new but certified warranty kicks ass.