coldsmokejr
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My comment wasn't aimed at the gentleman with 4K in repairs, it was aimed directly at you for FN up another thread. Sorry to the poster for interrupting this thread, but, yes its just getting old.
Last generation Suburban - pros/cons
- Thread starter Hoosier
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No problem. Yeah, mainly trying to get input from those who have owned similar vehicles and have ownership experiences to share.
X2
X2, we have an 03 oddessy and 05 Denali XL, agree 100% with the facts given, before I upgraded to the denali, used the van to haul a 2 place up north when going with the wife and kids, we love both vehicles, havent had any problems with either, pushing 100k with both
X2, we have an 03 oddessy and 05 Denali XL, agree 100% with the facts given, before I upgraded to the denali, used the van to haul a 2 place up north when going with the wife and kids, we love both vehicles, havent had any problems with either, pushing 100k with both
tealracing16
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Honestly I would never hesitate to buy another one. After owning one I don't think we could ever go back. There are too many pluses to having one. I would get the buckets in the middle unless your gonna go three wide with carseats.
I've got the regular length Expedition
I've got the regular length Expedition and there's not much room left with the third row of seats up. Enough for some groceries or misc. stuff but not for strollers, etc. The EL gives you significantly more room behind the back third row, but a van provides much more due to the lower floor. The third row seat in our Odyssey van folds into the floor. When you have it up/in use there is a well left behind the seat so you have from the bottom of the well to the roof. It is much deeper than any of the SUV's.
With three under three I'd definitely recommend the van. You'll want to use the third row of seats and it would be a PIA to swap the kids back there. You really need to flip one of the second row seats forward to access the back to buckle the kids in, and with the high floor you will still be crawling across. Much easier with the low floor and high ceiling of the van. You can duck down and walk back there.
The van isn't fun or cool, but it is extremely functional. I think of ours as an appliance, kind of like a great washing machine. You're never going to get excited about it but you sure appreciate it's functionality, convenience, and reliability.
I've got the regular length Expedition and there's not much room left with the third row of seats up. Enough for some groceries or misc. stuff but not for strollers, etc. The EL gives you significantly more room behind the back third row, but a van provides much more due to the lower floor. The third row seat in our Odyssey van folds into the floor. When you have it up/in use there is a well left behind the seat so you have from the bottom of the well to the roof. It is much deeper than any of the SUV's.
With three under three I'd definitely recommend the van. You'll want to use the third row of seats and it would be a PIA to swap the kids back there. You really need to flip one of the second row seats forward to access the back to buckle the kids in, and with the high floor you will still be crawling across. Much easier with the low floor and high ceiling of the van. You can duck down and walk back there.
The van isn't fun or cool, but it is extremely functional. I think of ours as an appliance, kind of like a great washing machine. You're never going to get excited about it but you sure appreciate it's functionality, convenience, and reliability.
I had a 2002 Yukon XL which I liked very well. Traded for a 2007 Tahoe, I liked the drive and all of the improvements with the new body style. Upgraded to a 2010 Suburban and the improvements with the six transmission wrt drive-ability is great. It makes for a much nicer drive and easier towing with the integrated brake controller. Only regret is not getting the second row buckets as it is easier to get to the rear seat. I also like the larger size over the Tahoe. I also had a 1995 and 1999 Tahoe and did not have any issues with any of them. They have all been used for some fairly heavy towing (farm tractors, 29' boat) and I prefer them to a 1/2 ton pick up.
Eagle River Mike
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2nd row bucket seats
I have the second row buckets in my 2007 Tahoe and had a second row bench in my 2001 Suburban. Wife has 2nd row bench in her 2007 Sequoia. To be honest, I like the bench much better. When we take the Tahoe to the cabin (6 hr drive), the kids can not get comfortable in the buckets. With the bench, they can lay over on a big pillow (or one of the dogs) and sleep. Granted, you can lean the buckets back a little to help, but they sleep much better on the bench seat. When the kids sleep, it is a much more pleasant drive. The kids do appreciate the seat heaters on the buckets.
I have the second row buckets in my 2007 Tahoe and had a second row bench in my 2001 Suburban. Wife has 2nd row bench in her 2007 Sequoia. To be honest, I like the bench much better. When we take the Tahoe to the cabin (6 hr drive), the kids can not get comfortable in the buckets. With the bench, they can lay over on a big pillow (or one of the dogs) and sleep. Granted, you can lean the buckets back a little to help, but they sleep much better on the bench seat. When the kids sleep, it is a much more pleasant drive. The kids do appreciate the seat heaters on the buckets.
indy_500
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I was giving mine/our experience with vans, since he asked about vans. I dislike them for many reasons, but the space is second to none. But, you can get all that with a larger SUV (like a suburban)