Buying considerations for 06 3500, srw, 4x4

[dward]

I had an 03 and am familiar with some of the issues. IE: ball joints, heater door, etc

I like the 5. 9 for mileage and simplicity, even though the 4th gens seem to be pretty impressive.

I saw an 06 qc, 4x4, 3500 srw, sb with 35k mi for sale at a Chevy dealer. They had it listed for $39k for a few weeks and noticed they just lowered it to $34,988. High KBB is just over $33k, so I'm sure there is some more room for dealing.

This does seem like a lot for a 7 yr old truck especially when they are dealing on the 2012s, but its hard to find a clean low mile 5. 9.

I'm thinking if it could be bought for around $32-33k it might be a nice truck.

What issues are there with the 06? Can you add an exhaust brake to this truck?

It appears to be very clean and stock condition.

Thanks

 

[jgillott]

You pretty much have already named the key issue areas, ball joints, blend doors, etc. I will also add checking the front axle u-joints and water pump. Both were also somewhat common problem areas on the 3rd gens. Yes, an exhaust brake can be fully integrated with the '06.

As I mentioned in another thread, a kid that works with us purchased a used '06 2500 QC 4x4 6-speed with ~35K on it in 2012 for $35,000. The late 5. 9L's are pulling an extreme premium right now. The only thing that bothers me a little is why it is at a Chevy dealer with such low mileage. I would be a little leary unless I could clearly verify the history.

 

[MChrist]

There is an '06 2500 posted for $28K on this site. Take a look.