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After reading some of your posts, I'm crossing my fingers and holding my breath! We will take delivery of this new 3.9 L 240 HP beast within the next few days and am praying for reliable performance. We managed to get 20% off MSRP so couldn't ignore it and go with the other highly rated minivans. I will post my impressions soon. Anyone else out there with the new 3.9 engine? |
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Replying to: ballfire8888 (Nov 02, 2006 8:32 am) |
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Replying to: genmtrfan (Nov 02, 2006 10:01 am) Thanks for the tip re. tire rotation ... how do you rate the OEM rubbers? Does anyone do their own oil change? If so, do you need to jack up the van for access? Where can we buy oil filters for the 3.9 other than dealer? For the money, this van is spot on except for resale! You'd better drive this van for 6 to 8? years or take a huge bite in the wallet ...
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Replying to: ballfire8888 (Nov 02, 2006 10:27 am) I haven't changed the oil myself, but I'd say you'd need some ramps or a jack. We plan to drive ours for many years. With 4 kids, it's essential. I think the 3.5 and 3.9 will prove to be very reliable in the long run. We too got a great deal with 2K cash back plus an extra thousand on the GM card points. I ended up paying 23,800 for an LT that listed for 30,500.
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Replying to: ballfire8888 (Nov 02, 2006 8:32 am) Vehicle performed perfectly for the first week, then stalled on me, luckily I was alone. Spent a month in the shop for the mechanics to trace the problem to a bent wire on the coil pack module. Now she runs like a champ! Kids love the rear seat entertainment DVD! No more fighting on long trips and that's why we bought it. Oil filter is common, can be bought at local auto parts stores, FRAM PH9837, Delco PF61, Purolator PL25288, Mobil One M1206. I don't know about you guys but I only run synthetic oil in my vehicles. This one being no exception. |
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Replying to: genmtrfan (Nov 02, 2006 5:55 pm) I'd like to change oil myself if it's not too time consuming ... do you know if the oil filter is exposed or is there a cover to unscrew? I traded in an SUV and jacking was not required so it was a walk in the park to drain! Whereabouts in the Americas are you ... I'm Toronto, Canada... |
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Replying to: genmtrfan (Nov 02, 2006 10:01 am) 1. Buzzing that seems to align with the engine speed (RPM's). 2. Radio channel reset issues (channel is left at a specific frequency and resets to an unknown frequency at restart). 3. Premature brake wear. 4. Uneven tire wear. 5. Vibration issues (primarily at the steering wheel). Have you or do you know of other owners with similar issues? My warranty is soon to expire and I'm wondering if I should renew.
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Replying to: stashman (Nov 26, 2006 5:52 am) I have had this problems a couple of times dealer has corrected it seems ok now (thats respoonse to your #5 problem |
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Anyone purchase a new 2006 SV6 lately? I've found one at a dealer that I like, but unsure how low the price should be for a '06 that isn't produced anymore. They gave me a price of $24,800 after incentives and claim they are taking a loss. This van is loaded (dual power doors, dvd, partial leather, garage opener, 6 disc changer, chrome wheel, steering wheel controls,) Is $24,800 a good deal???
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