I have an '03 Avalanche Z71 with 255,000 miles ( bought it 1-1/2 years ago with 228k). The vehicle still runs, drives and looks excellent. The Avalanche is basically a Suburban with the back cut out. One thing to consider with these vehicles is that they are coil sprung in the rear.... which delivers excellent ride quality.... but squats really bad when you put a load on it. I use mine to tow a car trailer... when loaded puts the axle on the snubbers (I am too cheap and lazy to install air bags). It does a great job though and has plenty of power.... just make sure you keep it out of overdrive when towing. I use the vehicle for work (I own a used car lot) and carry a lot of tools etc... and it is nice to be able to keep everything locked up and secure. It can also carry 5 passengers comfortably... which is nice when picking up vehicles out of the area. I am looking to upgrade to a 1500HD/2500HD crew cab short bed in the near future though...
BTW - Mine does NOT have that ugly plastic sh** or that funky front and rear bumper.
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1972 Trans Am - 4 speed orig paint
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Last edited by 71GP76TA; 02-04-2011 at 02:05 PM.
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