Thoughts on '13 Denali with 153K miles...

[11bravo]

Does this ‘13 have any goodies like headrest DVD player, retractable running boards or ventilated seats!

Fortunately the Yukon headlamps are upgradable to aftermarket Bixenon LED assemblies.

It has the running boards and vent seats, plus both of the original second-row headsets...not that I will ever need them, but pretty cool to still have 'em.

 

[petethepug]

Escalade in Denali Carhartts. It’s one of the few vehicles that has the a/c to pull the interior temp down quickly and maintain it in traffic without the motor overheating.

In the last year or two the aftermarket really blessed this Gen. A pc based BCM sw update to allow video in motion, manual & automatic options for the back up cam and bolt on Vette 6&4 pot calipers.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

How would this list differ if it was a '07 Denali with 144K? That is another option.

The 07 and 08 Denalis did not have AFM, so if you find an acceptable truck in those years, you eliminate the concern for AFM. If you purchase a truck with AFM, I recommend that you budget an additional $2500 (parts kit and labor) to have the AFM removed. This work can be performed by a local repair shop familiar with GM LS motors.

 

[NELLY1947]

Folks, I just sold my Cayenne today, so I am now "really serious" about buying a used Denali. I have several in mind, and want to know your thoughts on a '13 that is spotless throughout, but has 153K on the clock. Was AFM still giving a lot of problems by the time time the 2013 models came out? I've owned somewhere more the 10 OBS and NBS Suv/trucks, and I know what to look for in the interior, tranny, t-case, etc. But, other than oil pressure, I don't know much about AFM signs of trouble.

Thanks for your help. I need to zero in on a likely purchase soon.

Jim, Las Vegas

Where is the unit from?
Flood unit??
Car fax report?
Insist on a warranty
12 months 20k mike
That is piece of mind