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My Cheap Chevy Tahoe PPV BROKE AGAIN! 

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This is a continuation of the story of my Chevy Tahoe PPV auction buy. I spent a whole lot of time and money on repairing the engine, doing a Displacement on Demand delete, bigger cam and a bunch of new engine parts. But this time the Tahoe had a catastrophic failure that sent it back to the shop for more repairs. Following along for the next chapter in the story on this truck and why buying a vehicle at an auction is fraught with risk.

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@sleve_mcdichael_
@sleve_mcdichael_ 5 лет назад
The people who are fussing at you are probably making payments on a $50,000 truck that will depreciate faster than they can pay it off. Who cares you’re upside down in it? You got a good truck way cheaper than at a new lot. I say keep driving it!
@fakebrake
@fakebrake 5 лет назад
It's a 10,000 dollar truck with a new engine and rear end. You also did some custom work. Those 8000 dollar trucks dont offer that.
@MrAdrianoandrade
@MrAdrianoandrade 5 лет назад
After already having 9600 invested in a 4k car, not paying the extra 600 to have the seats seems poor logic. After all as u said you did compensate most of the loss selling the 4Runner...
@timb2014
@timb2014 5 лет назад
Awesome video brother! I gotta agree with some other in the comments. If $600 is the difference between keeping or selling that Tahoe, BUY THE SEATS! That truck is a beast
@toyoscio
@toyoscio 5 лет назад
Lol
@lackyparker7799
@lackyparker7799 5 лет назад
Serial killer
@daredevil7442AUTOMOTIVE
@daredevil7442AUTOMOTIVE 5 лет назад
Eh, you turned that Tahoe into a nice and reliable vehicle, you're never going to get your money back so, imo...I would keep it and use it for what ya bought it for, the family hauler with some exhaust rumble/soul. At this point I would spend the $600 or whatever it is to finish off the interior seating and use it. It's a nice ride, use and enjoy and it should last a long while. good luck
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks man for the tip and comment on today's Tahoe video. Appreciate that. Sometimes it takes a step backwards to see the bigger picture. I think you're right in that getting a 3rd row makes sense. -Chris
@t436
@t436 5 лет назад
Seats will make their money when you use them as the family hauler you sought the truck out for.
@fakebrake
@fakebrake 5 лет назад
I agree.
@misconceptionindustries2968
@misconceptionindustries2968 5 лет назад
I've always thought about buying one of those police Chargers or Tahoe's. Never done it casue they scare me because ya they may only have 150K on the odometer but they have 3 million idle hours running the AC on all day!
@mkilic10
@mkilic10 3 года назад
I owned two police Charger. I sold one, though. I put around 40k miles on the current one. No issues other than the regular maintenance. I am in market again to replace my Pacifica with a Tahoe. Here the key point is the maintenance. My Charger has almost 10k engine hours but all the maintenance was done by the dealership right on time. I got all the maintenance records from the PD and keep following the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule.
@1956model1
@1956model1 5 лет назад
Mama always said "Auctions are like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." 😄
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Hahaha, love the comment! -Chris
@tonymontana6368
@tonymontana6368 4 года назад
Usually some one else's headache.
@josephdunkle1152
@josephdunkle1152 5 лет назад
That’s a sweet Tahoe and the PPV makes it unique. I’d put the seats in it, rear dvd, nav, and drive it as family hauler. Still way better deal than brand new full size three row SUV for $70k.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks man. I like your ideas on upgrading this Tahoe.
@ElleBrOw
@ElleBrOw 5 лет назад
sounds like my Z71, fully equipped. I rotate tires 2x yrly, oil change & a/c when needed. Im OnStar subscribed too
@richardmoreno5160
@richardmoreno5160 Год назад
Absolutely!
@Christopher-fp2ks
@Christopher-fp2ks 5 лет назад
I think it really turned out great Chris wonderful job brother god bless
@paulcoinc
@paulcoinc 5 лет назад
I would agree with others $600 is all that stands between you and having your truck where you want it is worth it. You know exactly what you have. You trade or buy something else you are back to step one.
@TheCopCar
@TheCopCar 5 лет назад
I've always liked the Tahoe PPV. Hopefully you can find those seats, at least then you can finish the project rather than being forced to move on. On the bright side, you have a sharp looking truck, with some awesome upgrades.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Hey Alan, thanks man and thanks for being an 'early bird' to the vid. I guess that's fitting being in Florida too. You know, just like all of those blue-hairs rushing to dinner at 3:30 in the afternoon. Yeah, I really need that 3rd row or else this Tahoe just doesn't fit what I need. On the other hand, you're soo right about having a pretty nice truck that's pumped up a bit. I appreciate that! -Chris
@AJMic-sp2rx
@AJMic-sp2rx 5 лет назад
Are you lost brother ? Florida to Delaware via the web ain't life grand !
@maples328
@maples328 3 года назад
I had to go back and watch the series again on this vehicle. I watched it back when first put out. Love it 😊
@hullinger
@hullinger 3 года назад
Thanks bud and thanks for following along with that Tahoe series. I appreciate that.
@blakebias9515
@blakebias9515 5 лет назад
Love the police package on the Tahoe it make it look so intimating
@maxwind1862
@maxwind1862 5 лет назад
If I had a wife and four kids, a Chevy Tahoe would be the least of my concerns. You're a better man than I am holding all that together.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks man for the two comments and for checking out my Tahoe video. I appreciate that!
@JohnEngel
@JohnEngel 5 лет назад
Great video. It’s shows the real aspect of auction buying. So many channels only show how they are making thousands. As always you are the best.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Naw man, you're the best! You've got that due date coming up soon, right? Another month or so? I hope everything is going well with you guys!
@JohnEngel
@JohnEngel 5 лет назад
East Coast Classics about 7 more weeks and my life will never be the same. :)
@johnready630
@johnready630 5 лет назад
It's never what you buy a vehicle for , It's what you have to put into it . That said , you may have a bit more into this Tahoe than you like but it's been all gone over and should run for many years now with few problems.
@Frank.Bordtfeld
@Frank.Bordtfeld 5 лет назад
Sitting right now in a motel in the Vancouver area and watching your newest video. Well done as every video from "east cost Classics". I am excited which way it will continue with the tahoe. Greetings Frank
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks so much Frank. It's always nice to hear from you. Did anyone recognize your "Frank from Germany" sticker on your motorcycle?
@Frank.Bordtfeld
@Frank.Bordtfeld 5 лет назад
Oh yes, it's the "Doors opener" for many nice discussions
@ryanlambert7811
@ryanlambert7811 5 лет назад
I love your videos! I usually never take the time to leave comments, but I think you ought to keep the Tahoe. You're almost at the finish line, and it would be a shame to see it go after all the good work you had done to it. Good luck, looking forward to seeing what you do next.
@crownjewel04
@crownjewel04 5 лет назад
Always enjoy your videos!! Enjoy the Tahoe, and don’t worry about the negative comments. It’s yours!!
@richardberry5984
@richardberry5984 5 лет назад
Good video! Your thought process seems pretty logical to me. Keep up the good work!
@SevenFortyOne
@SevenFortyOne 5 лет назад
You win some, you loose some I guess...in the end you may have lost some money but you've gained some knowledge/experience for next time. As always, great video!
@NODAK9
@NODAK9 5 лет назад
@SevenFortyOne Always buy green light at auctions. Public auctions are as you say imho.
@majorwilkesjr.5827
@majorwilkesjr.5827 5 лет назад
I'm glad I found this video. I've got a 07 Suburban with a dash that is literally falling apart. I need those exact same buttons and possibly need to replace my steering wheel.
@chriscallen6897
@chriscallen6897 5 лет назад
I always enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work
@andyleo8418
@andyleo8418 3 года назад
If I had a Tahoe, I would buy those cop wheels for it. That's the one thing I've always liked about the PPV ones.
@lloydsetty
@lloydsetty 5 лет назад
Great vid, Chris. Keep the Tahoe, get the seats and drive the crap out of it. It looks, runs, and drives great. It's something you can look at as the result of your car passion, and your vision!
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Great comment and I like your prospective! Sometimes I loose sight of the big picture. Thanks for that! -Chris
@ES44AC-2
@ES44AC-2 5 лет назад
I love those PPV Tahoe's. It would be a nice place for a 6.2 LS3 ! May be a turbo... Hate to see you get rid of it after you've done so much.
@mrbasshead403
@mrbasshead403 5 лет назад
That's what I'm doing to mine lol 427 ci sleeper ls3 base block with darton sleeves 😁
@johnnyutahhh4563
@johnnyutahhh4563 5 лет назад
what does PPV mean?
@mrbasshead403
@mrbasshead403 5 лет назад
@@johnnyutahhh4563 Police persuite vehicle
@evielknievel4972
@evielknievel4972 4 года назад
Just keep it . I have an LTZ with captains and I have driven that Tahoe to Chicago back to Atlanta and Florida in summer. My family is so comfortable in my truck and the captains make it much more comfortable getting in and out. You already did the engine , keep looking for the captains you won't regret it.
@johnnysmile01
@johnnysmile01 5 лет назад
I love this Suv and the blue color looks so good 👍 I think it was a win bc in the end after all those parts to fix and upgrades you got a fantastic machine and the good news is you know now what you have
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks man, and soo true about what you said about the parts and knowing what I've got. I appreciate you reminding me of that. Really! Sometimes I gotta be reminded of stuff like that and appreciate what I've got too. Again thanks. -Chris
@AnMadreMor
@AnMadreMor 5 лет назад
Recently I bought a 99 Tahoe LS for $5200 CDN just over 200k I'm a big tall guy and I fit in it very good compared to the newer ones.I had a Pioneer stereo installed and put a cubby in where the old cd player was...very handy for cellphone ,pens note pad ect. Replaced most of the front end including new rad and serpentine. It runs well as I am the 3rd owner I found most of the scheduled maintenance was done. I am having the rear quarters replaced and any rust spots repaired and having the area below the style line painted with that truck bed liner. One thing before i bought it I asked for and received the VIN#and then had the vehicle Carfaxed which it cleared ok. I like you bought it to be a daily driver as I'm 70 and I like it and mainly I fit in it so good.One thin that I like about the older Tahoes is that all of the controls are simple to use like shifting into cruise without looking at the gauges. One of the best features that I like is the yellow tinted exterior mirrors so it cuts the glare from the guy behind you with those white lights. Wish it had a rear lift gate but the barn doors work well and the temp gauge and compass in the rear view mirror are awesome as well. I believe if I take care of my vehicle and drive defensively my vehicle will take care of me.
@TheGunfighter45acp
@TheGunfighter45acp 5 лет назад
I can tell that this has also been a labor of love, so that always rates a pass in my mind. It's an auction vehicle, not a daily driver. Some people just need to lighten up & accept the fact that things don't always go as planned.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
So true, man and thanks for the comment and the reminder about this Tahoe. I just need to be reminded of all of that some times.
@kenrivers9757
@kenrivers9757 5 лет назад
She looks n sounds great now. I hope you tint the front 2 windows😊😊😊😊
@res887
@res887 5 лет назад
I had no idea about that center console's organizer tray at: 06:58, I just ordered one on eBay!
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Hahaha, glad you saw that center console organizer. Yeah, Amazon for sure! Hope that callout I did of your prior comment was a surprise! -Chris
@NODAK9
@NODAK9 5 лет назад
@East Coast Classics Thanks for sharing. 👍
@samuraijohn1260
@samuraijohn1260 5 лет назад
I have a 08 Tahoe ltz 4x4. Absolutely love it. You did great work on your Tahoe. Keep it and get those $600 seats. You were all in at the auction, why not now.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks for the comment and your thoughts on getting those $600 seats. I think that's the next step with this truck. -Chris
@terrellgrisom596
@terrellgrisom596 5 лет назад
Nice! Loved the REAL talk on auction purchasing. I'll be watching your channel. (new subscribe)
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks man for joining in and for the comment too on my latest Tahoe video. Glad you're part of the discussion. -Chris
@kylpen1126
@kylpen1126 4 года назад
Thanks for the video brother. I’m really glad I saw this bc I was most certainly planning a huge initial burnout. I’d be happy as a lark having that ppv with that amount involved. Great rig!
@TerrellWillams
@TerrellWillams Год назад
I’m really digging your editing skills! I have an older 1999 Tahoe
@clevejason
@clevejason 5 лет назад
Great video thanks for sharing your adventure and experience
@pmr413
@pmr413 5 лет назад
As always, good info in your vids Chris. It's a shame the rear end failed so soon. If the Tahoe fills your needs and you're going to keep it for awhile spend the last $600 on the seats. For $10,000 you have a cool truck with a hopped up/rebuilt engine and rear end and you can haul the whole family. What ever you decide best of luck with it. ~Pat
@chuckhalen9543
@chuckhalen9543 5 лет назад
I own a 2012 Tahoe PPV. I work in public safety and I must admit, I LOVE MY PPV! 150k miles with zero problems! It’s a much different truck than the standards and I believe that’s what sets it apart! Keep it and have fun with it!
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Great comment and I totally agree. The PPV versions are so much more purposeful then the civilian models. It's one of the reasons I like police cars soo much, whether its the Tahoe, Crown Vic or Caprice.
@RJ-vb7gh
@RJ-vb7gh 5 лет назад
I bought my P71 for $500.00 with 95K on the clock at auction. I heard it run and drove it around the lot. Once I got it out on the highway, I found out it needed a rear wheel bearing and a new axle as well as new parking brake pads.. That cost me $650.00 to have done.... I spent about another couple of hundred dollars on some other stuff and it now has a small EVAP leak. Likely the car will come in a shade under $2000.00. Not great, but not awful. If the trans holds up and the motor stays strong, I think I did OK, not great. If the trans or motor craps out, at least I've had 6 months of fun with it. Auction cars are pig in a poke! Drive them at least 6 months before sinking money into upgrades. I see lots of used cop cars come and go in my town. Then I see them in the junkyards a few months later. People don't realize how many idling hours these things have on them. And mostly govt agencies don't ditch cars willy nilly. They know when the cars need major repairs and when they are used up. There's a whole pile of P71's on auction locally with around 250,000 miles on them right now... These things will liely need thousands of dollars to restore... They will likely go for scrap, or to some unsuspecting person who thinks they are buying a cheap $500.00 car.... which they most definately aren't. Auction cars will almost always have unexpected defects, that's why you buy them cheap... and they will always have lower resale, because being cheap is their greatest virtue. Normally you don't make money on cheap used cars. We bought a 5Th Ave for $135.00, drove it 10 years and a round 120,000 miles and likely sunk in around $3000.00 over the years. When the motor started stalling and the oil got sludgy at around 225.000 miles we sold it off for $550.00. I even told the guy who bought it he most likely should replace the engine... Still he was happy and towed it away.... I think we did pretty well in driving it for 10 years, I doubt I could have ever gotten the $3000.00 we sank into it back or made a cash profit. Finish out the truck and drive it for another 10 years... If nothing else goes wrong... you will have done reasonably OK with it. $1000.00 per year isn't bad for a fancy truck.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Such a great comment and soooo many good points you make. Thanks for taking the time to share all of that and thanks for your insight too. I appreciate you! -Chris
@ElleBrOw
@ElleBrOw 5 лет назад
dealers auction is the better auction! You get the vehicle before it hits the car lot & u pay less
@eyez-fg2vd
@eyez-fg2vd 4 года назад
East Coast Classics: Hey man We are over here in LV, Nevada... Seriously not sure if mentioned inthe comments already but it was probably almost 100% the burnout that did it because I've gone through three of those posi Limited Slips (G80) in my Trailblazer and weve done another four(4) of them in various fullsize tahoes, silverados etc from the nineties on up and they just break. I switched to an open diff(one leg) and never had a problem again. Burn all the tires u want lol. Anyways like I said not sure if this helps but had to chip in on this one cuz I feel your pain...Boy do i.
@corysm30
@corysm30 5 лет назад
I like the Tahoe. Spend the money for the seats. That Tahoe has a lot of life left in it.
@AJMic-sp2rx
@AJMic-sp2rx 5 лет назад
In case you don't know there is a Facebook group of collectors of former cop cars that buys sells and trades parts amongst the group they also share technical knowledge and such about common issues with different models ,when tahoe are upfitted those "extra seats" are sometimes sold by dealers ,but in many cases like Fire command or battalion chief vehicles they are given back to the agency ,so if you know a department that has or had a tahoe ,they sometimes forget those seats in a back room when they de comission it,guys have been known to score seats for a $50 donation,your taking there useless junk and thats an extra $50 in operating or training expenses fund,its win win .
@juliolozano1161
@juliolozano1161 5 лет назад
Cool ride. I always wanted one but if you decided trade or sell you should get you ford flex with the ecoboost engine and awd. Enjoyed the vid.
@TheMrChozen
@TheMrChozen Год назад
Thanks, you just changed my mind, I was 🤏 close trading my mercedes e550 for a PPV just like yours 😂
@hornetbrown
@hornetbrown 5 лет назад
Beating on something that hard that has probably never been beat on before, that's what happens. I own an '07 Tahoe LT I bought with 69K miles...changed that rear diff fluid ASAP. Burnouts? Absolutely not!! Those rear differential is a critical point on these beasts and need to be maintained and used well. I also own a 1999 Camaro an LS1 V8(my fun car, 75 K miles). Burnouts? Yes, on very rare occasion when my really devilish horns come out. Otherwise, I do drive it rather briskly and sometimes very hard, but it was made more for performing than an SUV. Never had any major problems with regular maintenance--no breakdowns. It's been very dependable. Mercedes-Benzes are well known for being money pits and require more attention than a year-old toddler in a busy kitchen... especially any of their SUVs. Too much money is involved keeping those regularly serviced and operating correctly, and if something major breaks, that's when owners really sing the blues. You are really asking for it buying one of those things. Stick with the Tahoe and keep it up...do burnouts with something besides the family hauler. Hell, get rid of that weird limo and get a Corvette.
@idontlikecops1
@idontlikecops1 5 лет назад
Let him do burnouts in w.e the hell he wants. I do burnouts in my blazer and Tahoe all the time. Live a little.
@WJHandyDad
@WJHandyDad 5 лет назад
Like #155... I'll have to look around here to see if any captain's chairs or third row seats. Of course you probably don't want to come down here for the next couple months... you might melt!
@georgeborrero2783
@georgeborrero2783 2 года назад
Thanks for the information on your SUV
@asdfasdf4345artsdfg
@asdfasdf4345artsdfg 5 лет назад
Those rear seats are quite something. Years ago, we had ours broken into, and the third row stolen. I recall it being roughly $600 to replace them.
@MrHandsOn
@MrHandsOn 5 лет назад
LKQ, it's a nation wide salvage yard chain look them up online. Also mostly all salvage yards are co linked ( meaning they swap parts and stuff with each other all the time , if your in good with someone at a good yard they can scout it for you for a bit extra.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks so much for sharing about the LKQ. I'll look into it tonight!
@on-site4094
@on-site4094 4 года назад
You went from a Toyota to Chevy big quality and reliability drop life. Is about education sometimes it’s expensive good luck with the Tahoe
@ogjoey312
@ogjoey312 5 лет назад
Im part of that Tahoe Nation group. I can say out of all the faceboom groups im a part of. Tahoe Nation is one of the best. So much support reguardless of your build
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks man and I totally agree with ya on Tahoe Nation. All kinds of trucks, all kinds of builds and all kinds of folks helping each other. Really great group! -Chris
@akanishta99
@akanishta99 4 года назад
No surprise the rear went out. The GM 10-bolt rear is trash. I had a 95 Firebird and it was known at the time that if you took a stock 4th Gen F-Body to the track, there was a good chance the rear would blow when you hit the throttle. Even more so with a truck. When looking to buy a used GM vehicle with one, just assume that the rear needs to be rebuilt, and with a better dif than stock.
@bartismoellis1052
@bartismoellis1052 5 лет назад
The R63 you talked about is a very rare car with approx. 200 units for the U.S I have a 2008 R320 CDI that I love it is a good choice. The gas millage in the R63 is bad plus you need to make sure the head bolts have been replaced.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks for the tip on the Mercedes R63 headbolt issue. Seems there's always something to be concerned about with any car, huh! I like the R series because of the three rows of seats, especially since some have a center console in the second row that comes out for a pass-way to the third row. Plus, all of that luscious horsepower!
@dimefever1006
@dimefever1006 5 лет назад
Probably would've been better to swap the motor or a full rebuild. I won't buy an auction car without some body damage, no donations and no seemingly perfect exterior.
@izzcarrasco
@izzcarrasco 3 года назад
I dont see a loss .I think the investment is well worth it . These trucks run forever. I have a 2002 tahoe I purchased in 2004 with 26 thousand miles today this truck has 347k miles and cranks up beautiful, sure I have done head gaskets. Water pump alternator front lower and upper control arms tie rods and ends , new shocks and now I am considering buying a crate remanufactured engine to put in it and a new paint job. no payments is always better than a 50 60 thousand loan .
@forefrontinvestmentsintern6273
Eh, it’s all relative. I bought my PPV for 3K, did pretty much the same as you as far as upgrades, does over 400 horses, 425 torque, with engine and truck, I had 6k in it. I got front leather seats in excellent condition for $500, rear captain chair in great condition for $250 (local salvage yard ordered them for another yard), Denali 22” wheels and tires from same yard for $600. It’s all in how you buy your parts. I get stares and complements because of the cam rumble, and have no thoughts of selling because people low ball.. it’s paid for, and cheap to fix. Most importantly, it’s paid for and that’s how I look at it.
@madbroindustries
@madbroindustries 4 года назад
Do you recommend me buying a tuner and deleting the DOD AFM without the new cams and lifters kit? Its a 2010 ppv with 105k miles
@forefrontinvestmentsintern6273
@forefrontinvestmentsintern6273 4 года назад
Try Again yes. It will give you more horsepower and torque and you’ll spend less money than repairing the DOD system.
@ElleBrOw
@ElleBrOw 5 лет назад
Hi Im new here but also a Chevy Tahoe chic. Local car dealerships purchase at DEALERS auction which is better than the police auction. Police auction is usually their vehicles & unclaimed vehicles from tow. DEALERS purchase -then mark up price once it hits their lot but you can pay them (usually around $500) & u enter auction as escort. Every car A-Z, plus those sold "as is" is listed in a manual given u at entrance. Every vehicle is marked with lane # then approach # and u can "meet" vehicle you're interested in in the lane & watch it approach. You CANT drive any before purchase but minor inspections like leakage, tires, engine noise & such is allowed. Standard traffic light system is used GREEN means everything is good, title is available & its a good vehicle=these are costly depending on make model of course YELLOW means something is wrong usually a missing title RED means AS IS (LOL) speaks for itself. Auctions are fun, lots of walking, food court, ATMs. Its sorta like a 15 lane gas station so you gotta keep the book & keep 👀 👀 eyes on the vehicle u wanna bid on. Lots of people. Lots of bidders but u can sorta shut bids down, just let those around know your intentions. Whew thats a lot but basically thats what car auctions are. Oh yeah most vehicles arrive back to dealers lot so u pay transport fee ($75 most places)Good luck all.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks so much for the two comments and for sharing all of that about the dealer auctions. It's great that you took the time to do that and thanks so much! -Chris
@ElleBrOw
@ElleBrOw 5 лет назад
@@hullinger no problem
@victorvondoom2386
@victorvondoom2386 4 года назад
I LUV the PPV. I want to add supercharger to mine and pickup 40% HP. One added bonus.. When I roll up in a parking lot.. People will move away and that just cool.
@jhalscott
@jhalscott 3 года назад
3200 dollars is a huge steal. Even with engine repair and all it's still a sub-10K bargain. I bought my first 2008 PPV in 2012. It's still in my stable along with two others.
@danielhulse7140
@danielhulse7140 3 года назад
I see over the years things don't seem to change... I had a 1983 Impala Police Cruiser and the rear differential blew on that as well, so did the crap 700r4 transmission. I did, and it wasn't that easy, quite a few smoky burnouts...
@sammolloy8129
@sammolloy8129 5 лет назад
That’s a great truck. Keep it.
@atrahasis3899
@atrahasis3899 5 лет назад
Either stick with the Tahoe, or get a Toyota Sequoia. Buying a Mercedes will break the bank, and ensure lots of entertaining reliability problems going forward. I think it's best that you get the seats for the Tahoe, and proceed to drive it into the ground as a family car. That would seem to be the financially prudent move given the situation as a whole.
@williamegler8771
@williamegler8771 5 лет назад
I have owned several Mercedes SUV's since 1998 and I have had no real issues with any of them. They all went between 278 and 313 k miles before being sold or traded. Maintenance by the book and sensible driving has resulted in excellent reliability. I have only had one no start ( faulty replacement battery) and one breakdown ( fuel pump relay) in 20 years.
@PanzerPlatform
@PanzerPlatform 5 лет назад
The Tahoe's headlights are going to send Jimmy from 1Road Channel into a tizzy, if he sees this video. lol
@idiomaticmotifs9341
@idiomaticmotifs9341 3 года назад
Where did you get all the work done in Delaware? Looking for a reliable service shop..
@trr5291
@trr5291 5 лет назад
I have about $2000 invested in a $500 car. I paid a grand in 2014 and threw a grand in it on parts. I have driven 80.000 miles so far in it though so it wasn't a total rip off. It runs fine.
@elmowilson298
@elmowilson298 5 лет назад
I saw a Tahoe like this one in Chicago PD episode. Grey color
@rcairforceone
@rcairforceone 5 лет назад
PPVs generally come in fleet colors- Red, white, blue, silver, black, grey, all non metallic.
@elmowilson298
@elmowilson298 5 лет назад
@@rcairforceone That's right. The colors you mentioned adapts to bodywork
@daleswanson1784
@daleswanson1784 5 лет назад
Take the third row seat out of a Suburban or Yukon XL and new car dealers will take $1,500 off right away. They really don't want to trade for it because it's hard to sell w/o the third seat. And, as you found out, finding the second and third row seats is hard and expensive if you can. The good thing you can't deny about this SUV is that it has a rebuilt engine and rear end that you would never get buying used. No, it won't add a lot to the $$$$ value, but it sure adds to your piece of mind knowing they're not something you have to face going forward.
@anthonywilliams4100
@anthonywilliams4100 2 года назад
Keep your Tahoe fix it up the way YOU need it to be. In the REAL world you're not upside down (remember you've out grown the Toyota) at all, with new Tahoes going for $70k+, yours is paid for with a performance build engine, built diff, now go ahead and get the trans freshened up +$2k and even get your seats +$2k. Even at a total of $15k you're still WAAAAY under the cost of a new or even used civilian Tahoe. And yes I practice what I preach as I'm currently doing an LS swap in my 1997 333kmi Silverado, diff and transmission already done, built LM7 is from a 2004 Tahoe...lol
@RONALD511
@RONALD511 4 года назад
I have A 2000 Tahoe LT with barn doors...Black w- off white leather, every option, it was $24k new in Texas, 3 owners , tinted windows, shades, sunroof, positive traction Towing 5k with 251k I bought 5 years ago for $3500 and upgraded to everything I could replace, Bought 10 ply tires for $800...and lights on eBay...lol if we knew then, what we know now...??
@roblabato
@roblabato 5 лет назад
I love my 2008 Tahoe LS took me almost 2 years to find a good one !!!
@toyoscio
@toyoscio 5 лет назад
That's nice
@09tahoeppv
@09tahoeppv 5 лет назад
Great video bro I hope you find those seats
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks man. I'm still hunting but just last night I think I found a pair of 3rd row seats for the Tahoe that should work. Hopefully this weekend I can look them over! -Chris
@09tahoeppv
@09tahoeppv 5 лет назад
@@hullinger hope you do too bro
@billcoulter7975
@billcoulter7975 5 лет назад
Daddy always said “ A fool and his money are soon parted”. Going from a Toyota to a Chevy? WoW?
@zephead5831
@zephead5831 5 лет назад
If a person wishes to drain their bank account going from a Toyota to a Chevy (or any GM product) is good way to do it
@paulatkinson4439
@paulatkinson4439 5 лет назад
Rebuilt engine ? I didn't hear rings & bearings mentioned
@mattpamp8204
@mattpamp8204 5 лет назад
Dont know about that generation tahoe but my third row seat in my 2004 have brackets in the floor for the seats to lock in to
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Thanks man. Same with this generation of Tahoe too. There are bolts and brackets for the third row to clinch into. I've gotten those brackets already from eBay and now just waiting for the right seats to show up for sale. Oh, by the way, those brackets and seats are different between the generations of Tahoe which helps make this more difficult and pricey too.
@rdude8579
@rdude8579 5 лет назад
I would keep, add the 3rd row u already did the hard part, 600.00 is worth it. I bought a avalanche for 30k and put another 10k in to it and it's almost perfect just need to do the delete kit and it'll last me another 10 years
@jedd1004
@jedd1004 5 лет назад
Hopefully it isn't the transmission next 😀 Love the Tahoe, keep it IMO!
@xotic8617
@xotic8617 5 лет назад
Would look great if you restored the headlights 👍🏼
@bulbhorn
@bulbhorn 5 лет назад
Very interesting as usual. Has this experience changed your view of auctions? Would you do it again? What would you do differently? Thank you.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Hey brotha, as usual, thanks so much for joining in! I'm not entirely burned by this Tahoe and I'm still gonna go to the auctions. I just need to be smarter about what I'm doing and what I'm buying AND with estimating repairs and resale. I'm not trying to flip cars for profit but I also don't want to be upside down either. Regular Tahoe's don't attract me the way the police version does. There's something about how purposeful these PPV's are that I like. Problem is only three Tahoe PPV's have come through the Delaware auctions over the past couple years so it's slim-pickings! Thanks. -Chris
@static7415
@static7415 2 месяца назад
Good thing 4.8s are 400$ add a cam/fbo nice quick suv with a 6 speed for 2000$ so 5500 total.
@averyjennings2118
@averyjennings2118 3 года назад
Have you ever had a small evap leak on that truck? Its been an on going issue with my wife's Tahoe. We replaced the purge valve, vent valve, and charcoal canister. Were still getting a p0442 small evap leak code. Any advice?
@jessg.9368
@jessg.9368 2 года назад
Even now, 2022, a 2011 LS Tahoe 4 wheel drive cost 16k - 20k AND under 80k miles.. And a brand new Tahoe goes for $70k+ with the same 8 cylinder 6 speed, yeah it probably “modernized” but it honestly the same truck..
@redneckrhymes2026
@redneckrhymes2026 5 лет назад
Off topic but I’d love to c a video on your first car or maybe very first auction buy? Love the channel
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Nice to hear from you and thanks for the comment. Thanks for the idea. I'll see what I can do for a video on that! -Chris
@johnlicht9151
@johnlicht9151 3 года назад
We are interested in learning how it performed at a RV Travel Trailer Tow Vehicle.
@johnr2777
@johnr2777 2 года назад
Great video, what auction can you find these at ? I'm in Delmar.
@Davidonchrist
@Davidonchrist 5 лет назад
I'm thinking of buying a 2006 cvpi, the carfax says the mileage is inconsistent which means that the Odometer was more than likely rolled back. I'll have my mechanic look at it. Should I buy it ? Depending on what my mechanic says
@juliogonzo2718
@juliogonzo2718 5 лет назад
I dunno if that's the g80 locker, but I have a truck with a g80 and I don't do burnouts with it. They are a weak diff when abused. That crown vic at the end of your driveway will do burnouts all day. I used to drive taxi they take abuse :D
@MarkAiley
@MarkAiley 5 лет назад
Get those seats. Finish what you started and quit doubting yourself. You know what you got. You got a great ride and you stopped at the last piece. That $600 dollars is cheap compared to what you've done already. It's a great vehicle now. Sure it's not cheap. But it's a Great ride now. $600 and done is a hell of a lot cheaper than a trade in. Yeah, trade ins are a vicious cycle that the buyer always losses on. Good luck. Just my 2 cents. Went down the same road with my 2013 Silverado LT. Lots of repairs. But you know what? Good as any new one out there. Also disabled that horrible AFM. Good luck!
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
You're right about spending the extra money for those third row seats for the Tahoe. I get frustrated sometimes but your comment helped! I appreciate that. Sometimes it helps to take a step back and look at the situation from another angle, or from someone else's prospective. -Chris
@MarkAiley
@MarkAiley 5 лет назад
@@hullinger Yes sir. Been there. If your happy with what you have done so far. Then it's worth it.
@mph5896
@mph5896 5 лет назад
If you like driving it, spend the money and get the seats. I personally dislike driving the PPV Tahoe due to the rough ride and the lack of 4wd. Plus they aren't that reliable. You got yours for a good price, maybe overdid it a little customizing it to your taste. In my market a sorted 2012-2013 PPV Tahoe, I have been selling them for about 7k with 130-150k. People ask a lot more, but they aren't selling for that money. As in all upgrades, they really don't add money to the value of a car unless you find that special person that has to have it. As far as the rear end, thats not a bad price for a rebuild. I did my SSV 07 last year when I first bought it. I did find a used carrier with the factory locker since I did not want to spend $400 on an aftermarket posi. Think I had $450 in parts (new ring and pinion, bearings, fluids) and about 4-6 hours into it. The thing that kills people is labor for repairs. Trying to keep these things on the road will nickel and dime you if you are paying for labor on repairs. My SSV, I can keep it on the road for under $100 a month in repairs due to performing my own repairs.
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
So true about getting picked apart by paying folks to work on my cars. I can do some work but rebuilding the rear diff is like some kind of black magic, voodoo witch doctor stuff. It's out of my league! Hope that callout I did of your comment was a surprise! Thanks as always!!! -Chris
@missingremote4388
@missingremote4388 5 лет назад
I found a suburban w/ 19,000 (nineteen) miles. For 10,000 USD. But it's 1995 GMC K2500. Hell yeah I bought it.
@james2042
@james2042 5 лет назад
The one thing that doesnt make sense is how does a vehicle designed to tow have a very weak rear diff
@eyez-fg2vd
@eyez-fg2vd 4 года назад
Im a GM freak tho Id have spent the money when I shouldn't have too man. Love the build its a nice looking trk
@JoseVazquez-ze8pp
@JoseVazquez-ze8pp 3 года назад
Where is this Delaware state sale?
@darinclemons465
@darinclemons465 5 лет назад
What exshuast do you have? Want get rid of the stock exshaust on my 14 fmc with the 5.3. But dont want loud going down the road but kinda loud when i put my foot in it.
@johnchisolm7320
@johnchisolm7320 2 месяца назад
I just bought a 2014 PPV Tahoe. I can’t figure out how to use the center console USB charging ports. Mine don’t work.
@anthonybrennan1075
@anthonybrennan1075 5 лет назад
I like em. I wish they'd sold them in Australia....
@BuddhaC5
@BuddhaC5 3 года назад
You mentioned in one of your videos where you got your center cap hardware, I missed placed mine and can’t install my center caps with the sets of the three screws. Can you send the link
@alb12345672
@alb12345672 5 лет назад
Displacement on Demand :lol:. Did they bring back that early 80s tech :lol:
@cgrreviews7220
@cgrreviews7220 2 года назад
Even after all you spent I don’t think you lost you got a beautiful tahoe motor now is running 100 percent and rear diff is fixed too imagine buying a 12k tahoe LT and lifters fail for about 9k you got a bad ass bullet proof tahoe I wouldn’t sell it but I don’t feel like you lost in this tahoe
@smoke4life182
@smoke4life182 5 лет назад
I live in Sussex County, Delaware and heard that the next state auction is coming up soon. Although I am probably too risk averse to buy one of these vehicles, I would love to see one in person. When is the next auction and how do I learn more about it? Is there a website with information about the vehicles that will be offered at the auction?
@hullinger
@hullinger 5 лет назад
Check out USgovBid, which is where the State of DE posts their auctions. There isn't any State auctions now but this is where you'll find the time, date, and listing of what's being sold.
@benjamin7106
@benjamin7106 3 года назад
Do all ppvs display the service tire management system on them..mine has it come up randomly..but no problems. Thanks
@bayowolf302
@bayowolf302 3 года назад
Where did you get your center console? I just bought a 2913 ppv in Delaware
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