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#43 of 52 Re: Can You Custom-Order a Leased Acadia?? [baseballmom97] by sloewy60 Oct 08, 2007 (9:04 am)
Replying to: baseballmom97 (Oct 04, 2007 6:50 pm) Yes, some dealers may say other wise but bottom line is they want to sell cars. Doesn't matter if it is leaser or purchase. If one dealer frowns, another will welcome you with open arms. Replies to this message: hardhawk (Oct 09, 2007 10:32 am)
#44 of 52 Re: Can You Custom-Order a Leased Acadia?? [sloewy60] by hardhawk Oct 09, 2007 (10:32 am)
Replying to: sloewy60 (Oct 08, 2007 9:04 am) The only trap you have to watch out for is that the lease programs change at least once per month, so the program in place when you order may very well be different than the lease program that is in effect when the car actually arrives at the dealership. The danger is that if you custom order the car and the lease program is not what you want when it arrives, then what do you do? If it is a popular model, then the dealer will likely let you out of the committment to lease. If not, you could be stuck. In my recent lease shopping, I found that deals can vary from one month to the next to the tune of several hundred dollars per month in lease payments. The dealers are just as confounded by the ever changing deals as the consumers are. In September, the deals changed on a weekly basis for one model I was looking at! I ran out of time trying to find the car I wanted and now the same car is well over $200 per month more to lease. Very frustrating to say the least.
#45 of 52 Build Quality: Acadia vs Enclave by hotch41 Oct 18, 2007 (10:08 am)
I'm on the verge of buying my first domestic vehicle and it's between the Acadia and Enclave. I've driven both and I'm impressed that the Buick has the 4yr/50K warranty vs. the GMC's 3yr/36k warranty. My question is, and I've done so much research, and it seems like most of the reviews favor the Buick Enclave for it's fit and finish, are there any major difference in build quality between the two? Also my insurance would be very slightly lower with Enclave vs. Acadia. For example, I did see a Carbon Flash (Black) at a dealer and the hood didn't appear flush with the grille. It may seem petty, but if one is considering a $44K vehicle you'd like to see fit and finish as first-rate as possible. I really don't want to purchase an extended bumper-to-bumper warranty but may need to for peace of mind. Have any of you bought one? Any feedback would be appreciated. This next vehicle has to last me for many years! Replies to this message: wlbrown9 (Oct 18, 2007 12:46 pm)
#46 of 52 Re: Build Quality: Acadia vs Enclave [hotch41] by wlbrown9 Oct 18, 2007 (12:46 pm)
Replying to: hotch41 (Oct 18, 2007 10:08 am) Look for discounted warranties. gmoutlet dot com is one GM dealer that sells discounted GMPP service plans. They have a listing that show the cost and retail on the different plans. One benefit in most cases, if you buy the plan from an out of state dealer, then you can avoid paying sales tax. The Envlace looks to be a little less for the extended GMPP warranty, I guess due to the longer original factory warranty. You can go up to at least 72 months and 100K miles for the GMPP...maybe even a little more. A note on their pricing page indicates that the coverage starts on the day and mileage purchased, not the original in service date. So, if you wait and purchase a 72 month 100K package after 10 months and 10K miles, you are covered until month 82 and/or 110K miles.   The Saturn Outlook is the least expensive base model. Then the Acadia and next the Enclave. Pricing seems to be about the same for the 3 equiped the same. So, Buick is competitive once you get past the base models. The Enclave does come with a longer warranty and I think it has more sound proofing and is said to be quiter.
#47 of 52 Questions about 2008 by krmstate Oct 19, 2007 (10:27 am)
We are looking at buying a 2008 Acadia very soon. I have a few questions. First of all as far as colors I really like the Red Jewel Tintcoat and am very curious about the new Dark Crimson Metallic. Has anyone seen these in person? All of the ones here seem to be in white or silver. I am leaning towards silver just to be safe because I have seen it. But I would love to have a different color.   Also does anyone have the console for the second row? I was just wondering if it is removable for when you need the room to haul bigger items. Thanks in advance. I am so excited because it seems like such a nice vehicle. I currently own a 2003 Trailblazer. Replies to this message: sidewinder101 (Jan 04, 2008 8:57 pm)
#48 of 52 press request by kirstie_h HOST Oct 24, 2007 (7:54 am)
A reporter seeks to talk with intended owners of the 2007 or 2008 GMC Acadia who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to jfallonedmunds.com no later than Thursday, November 15, 2007 and include your city and state of residence as well as the age of your child/ren.   Thanks for your consideration, Jeannine Fallon Corporate Communications Edmunds Inc.
#49 of 52 Soft Floor between 1st and 2nd rows by ymchn Dec 29, 2007 (9:51 pm)
Just bought a 2008 SLE and today I found a square piece of the floor between the 1st and 2nd rows (left side, right in front of the bench seat) is actually hollow and covered by a carpet like material. All other part of the floor is hard plastic. So when I step on this square part, I feel the floor is soft. Does anyone know what this is? Is there anything hidden under the floor?
#50 of 52 Re: Questions about 2008 [krmstate] by sidewinder101 Jan 04, 2008 (8:57 pm)
Replying to: krmstate (Oct 19, 2007 10:27 am) My red jewel tintcoat Acadia is beautiful in that the red color turns to a different brighter shade when hit by bright sunshine, as opposed to little or no sun. The dark crimson metallic is also a hot color (I must say more unique than my red one). They're both excellent choices, and you can't go wrong w/ either one.   I was gonna get the 2nd console but found that it hinders legroom for the 3rd row pax sitting in the middle...if this is not an issue, it might be something to consider.   I did trade in my German vehicle for the Acadia...the former had several reliability issues and am very satisfied with my GMC.
#51 of 52 Trying to decide btwn 08 Acadia or CX-9 by saudi_prince Feb 29, 2008 (1:24 pm)
I'm trying to decide between an 08 Acadia or a Mazda CX-9. I've test driven both and enjoy the ride of both (although the Mazda has slightly better acceleration).   My concern with the Acadia after reading this forum is the seemingly high number of problems people have been having with the Acadia (temperature sensors, transmissions, engine problems, etc.). I really would like to think that Americans are still capable of making high quality vehicles and competing in the global economy but I am thinking that maybe I'd be better off buying the Mazda (which is majority owned by Ford anyway). Another motivating factor is GM's refusal to offer any sort of enticing incentive on the Acadia. Mazda is offering reduced financing and all I can get from GM is a paltry $500 rebate.   Any one interested in trying to convince me that the Acadia is the better choice? Replies to this message: donl1 (Mar 01, 2008 9:06 am)
#52 of 52 Re: Trying to decide btwn 08 Acadia or CX-9 [saudi_prince] by donl1 Mar 01, 2008 (9:06 am)
Replying to: saudi_prince (Feb 29, 2008 1:24 pm) I've had my Acadia since April 07' with zero problems. It's been to the shop for the transmission reflash (which did indeed make it much better) and the recall on the propeller bolts. Never looked at the Maxda. Only have 17K on my AWD Acadia but it's been trouble free...exactly what you'd expect when buying a new vehicle...it's my first GMC.

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