What makes GMs SUVs worth the $$$

[01HDtahoeNJN]

So i'm not the only one that thinks the Unions are the downfall of a well made competitive American Car???

Not only American Auto industry but the country as well .. Teaching too cough cough....


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[THE YETI]

Am I the only one that reads the quarterly financial reports put out by Ford and Chevy. It seems like every quarter a statement is made about the lack of value the dollar has and the cost of metal. Because metal, like oil, is priced on the international market, a weaker dollar increases cost whereas a stronger dollar reduces cost.

Additionally, to compare a Chevy, an entry level brand, to luxury and entry luxury segment cars is not a fair comparison. Your contrast should be apples-to-apples, not apples-to-oranges. Try comparing the Escalade (which I believe has leather-like material inserts in the doors) to the Lexus GX470. Then, even if the Cadillac falls short, I can deal with that. To compare the base level trim of an entry level vehicle to luxury brands is not a fair comparison.

hit the nail on the head. You arent comparing adequately. Try fitting 10 bags of concrete and 6 sheets of 3/4" plywood in that Acura? Try towing a 24' enclosed trailer with that Acura.

 

[LuSe4]

I would suggest you guys read former Vice-Chairman of GM "Car Guys Vs. Bean Counters: The Battle for the Soul of American Business" by Bob Lutz. It is a great book that explains exactly why GM is where they are, what lead them down this path, and what they are doing to rectify it.
I don't like to read, but it is very informative, and also from the horses mouth!

 

[domin8]

I would suggest you guys read former Vice-Chairman of GM "Car Guys Vs. Bean Counters: The Battle for the Soul of American Business" by Bob Lutz. It is a great book that explains exactly why GM is where they are, what lead them down this path, and what they are doing to rectify it.
I don't like to read, but it is very informative, and also from the horses mouth!

I'm like you, and don't like to read. I'll wait for the documentary to hit the theaters.

 

[phileaglesfan]

So i'm not the only one that thinks the Unions are the downfall of a well made competitive American Car???

In their current state Unions are the downside to our society IMO. Now the end product is more expensive to pay for the union related crap. Employees should not get a majority of their pay if they are sent home due to lack of demand.

Personally I wouldn't buy a new GM luxury SUV. Even the new Acadia and its siblings gets into the $50k range real quick. Inside that $50k car you still have plenty of bright plastic and fake chrome.

We'll most likely keep our Yukon Denali for awhile.

 

[B.G.]

So basically the reason is because of the Unions..This is something that I have never given thought to, but thanks for bringing it to my attention. Granted, I personally will never buy a brand new car, but this just solidifies my feelings even more.

 

[LuSe4]

I'm like you, and don't like to read. I'll wait for the documentary to hit the theaters.

Lol!
It is holding my attention. THis is the first book I have read since the late nineties. I usually wait for the movie as well, though.

 

[Bunty]

So i'm not the only one that thinks the Unions are the downfall of a well made competitive American Car???

Nope, I'm with you too man!



I have a 2011 Escalade and I'm happy with its craftsmanship thus far. Though I will admit I would have liked some more features in it for the price but most people here seem to know why its not that simple for GM to just do it.

 

[Gzes]

Well since its not a ford then it is actually worth something and well again its built chevy tuff.

 

[B.G.]

That is one thing that I failed to mention.. These cars actually do somewhat hold their value..so I guess thats one plus