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What is this discussion about? Chevrolet TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy, Oldsmobile Bravada, GMC Envoy XL, GMC Envoy XUV, SUV

#147 of 179 Re: Trailblazer Smartbuy [stag1203] by maninthebox Jun 13, 2005 (10:49 pm)
Replying to: stag1203 (Jun 12, 2005 6:27 pm) I am looking for a Trailblazer EXT and was considering leasing, but now the Smartbuy concept has me curious. I guess I don't really see much of a difference between a lease and Smartbuy other than the fact that the Smartbuy payment seems slightly higher when using GM's payment calculator. Could someone that has used Smartbuy please provide a lease/Smartbuy comparison or let me know why you chose Smartbuy rather than a lease?   Thanks in advance! Replies to this message: stag1203 (Jun 14, 2005 5:51 am) petrie (Jun 21, 2005 11:10 am) jsanfilippo5 (Jun 23, 2005 4:20 am) and 1 more...
#148 of 179 Re: Trailblazer Smartbuy [maninthebox] by stag1203 Jun 14, 2005 (5:51 am)
Replying to: maninthebox (Jun 13, 2005 10:49 pm) Well in NY, you can no longer lease a car like you can in other states, so financing or SmartBuy is your only choice. SmartBuy has a ballon payment at the 48th month that you pay if you want to buy the vehicle or simply turn the vehicle in. They also offer $0 money down option.   When I used to lease, in NY anyway, the title would be in the leasing company's name and they would hold the title. With SmartBuy, the title is in your name and you hold it as you would with financing. Leases also typically require some sort of cap cost reduction up front. To me, they seem very similar. I have been leasing since 1992 and SmartBuy customer since it started in NY about 3 years ago. Replies to this message: petrie (Jun 21, 2005 11:10 am) jsanfilippo5 (Jun 23, 2005 4:20 am) kirstie_h (Jun 23, 2005 4:35 am)
#149 of 179 Re: Need some advice!!! [jayk47] by imadad2 Jun 14, 2005 (8:42 am)
Replying to: jayk47 (Jun 11, 2005 1:23 pm) I would ask her what she would want for it. You might be surprised. She may have no idea how much she could get for it and you could walk away with a "like new" truck for a lot less than you need to pay. She'd be happy and you'd be happy. I ran a blue book, and they suggest in the ball park of $17,000. However, you are buying from a 3rd party and if the warranty is not transferable, might be taking a risk. I'd aske her and start around $14,000 if she is over that price. good luck.
#150 of 179 Re: Trailblazer Smartbuy [stag1203] by petrie Jun 21, 2005 (11:10 am)
Replying to: stag1203 (Jun 14, 2005 5:51 am) The other difference is in the amount of taxes you pay up front. On a traditional lease, you only pay tax on the amount of payments. With SmartBuy, you pay tax on the purchase price of the vehicle since the assumption is that you will make the balloon payment at the end and thus "Buy" the vehicle. Replies to this message: jsanfilippo5 (Jun 23, 2005 4:20 am) kirstie_h (Jun 23, 2005 4:35 am)
#151 of 179 Buying a trailblazer by jsanfilippo5 Jun 23, 2005 (4:20 am)
Replying to: petrie (Jun 21, 2005 11:10 am) I went to chevy last night and I was approved for a trailblazer - the bank said i needed proof of income, i dont save my paystubs so i dont have that to show them. They told me to go get my insurance and to come in tonight to take care of the dmv stuff. What should I do about the pay stub situation, i dont get paid for another 2 weeks.   thanks in advance Replies to this message: kirstie_h (Jun 23, 2005 4:35 am)
#152 of 179 Re: Buying a trailblazer [jsanfilippo5] by kirstie_h HOST Jun 23, 2005 (4:35 am)
Replying to: jsanfilippo5 (Jun 23, 2005 4:20 am) You are going to have to talk to your employer about providing some sort of income verification. Maybe bring bank statements if you have them. You are supposed to keep copies of your pay stubs just for this reason!   You might ask in our Questions About Financing New Vehicles discussion as well.   kirstie_h Roving Host Host, Future Vehicles & Smart Shopper discussions
#153 of 179 Re: Chevy Trailblazer: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [kirstie_h] by vos Jun 23, 2005 (12:16 pm)
Replying to: kirstie_h (Aug 01, 2003 4:32 am) I just traded my 2002 TrailBlazer LS in for a 2005 LT. The list price was $34,935 and it has the sun and sound package with running boards, leather, sunroof, and a Bose 6 cd changer with XM radio. The GM discount price was $28,500 and displayed on the windshield. It also had a $2500 rebate. I owed $14,500 for my old TB and they gave me $16,500 for it. It only had 18,000 miles on it, but no options. I've upgraded to a vehicle with all the bells and whistles including the free one year of OnStar and three months of XM and my payment is $40 less per month, of course its for four more years. I'm definitley pleased with Stanley Chevrolet in McCordsville Indiana. I also purchased an '05 Impala from them in January. It's definitely wierd walking in the garage and seeing a blue TB instead of a red one!
#154 of 179 Trailblazer LS purchase by scot5 Jun 25, 2005 (4:15 am)
I purchased an 05 Trailblazer LS on 6/22. With GM employee price and rebate it was $21,500. I added gap insurance at $399 and the dealer arranged financing with a credit union for 5.24% for 72 mos. One thing that was interesting is that I am eligible for a GM discount through my father-in-law. The dealership confirmed that it would not benefit me to use his discount, so GM is really charging the public the same price as employees. My last few cars have been Hondas and Toyotas. I wanted an SUV and the Trailblazer cost less than the smaller, less powerful RAV 4 and CRV. Much less than the similar in power and size Pilot and 4 Runner. I live near the town where Trailblazers are built (Moraine, OH), so it's neat driving a car that my neighbors built. Hope all of our Trailblazer buying and owning experiences go well.
#155 of 179 press request by kirstie_h HOST Jun 27, 2005 (10:59 am)
A reporter is interested in speaking with someone who has purchased a GM vehicle using the current ‘GM Employee Discount’ promotion. If you are interested in speaking with this reporter about your purchase decision, please contact Pam Krebs, Edmunds.com PR, at pkrebsedmunds.com with a phone number where you can be reached. The reporter needs to speak with someone today. Thank you
#156 of 179 Envoy XUV by locomo Jun 27, 2005 (1:00 pm)
Have found an '05 6 cylinder Envoy XUV (retractable roof) with 4WD, locking differential, and Onstar. MSRP is $33,480. Dealer wants 26,935 (employee discount) -2500 rebate + 270(doc fee) = 24705 + TTL. Is this a good deal or should I keep shopping? Thanks Replies to this message: maninthebox (Jul 12, 2005 10:46 pm) imadad2 (Jul 13, 2005 12:31 pm) locomo (Jul 15, 2005 7:11 am) imadad2 (Jul 13, 2005 12:35 pm)

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