how many would buy an H3

[XM DUDE]

that have an H1 or H2?

[XM DUDE]

that have an H1 or H2?

[XM DUDE]

that have an H1 or H2?

[Rhonda]

I like the style of the H1 and my H2. I would never go to the H3.

[Yetti]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>I like the style of the H1 and my H2. I would never go to the H3. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

My Wife has a Jeep liberty...Almost anythings a step up.

[timgco]

I like the style of the outside but will have to wait to sit in one. May just add one to the family next Summer.

[kacyk]

The five seat capacity is an issue for me. I'd rather get a LR3 with 7 seats.

I wish they could have designed it to look "much" different than the H2. Although the H1 and H2 share the same lineage, at least they have individual characteristics.

The H3 tries too hard to look like its big brother. Perhaps that was GM was aiming for but I think it is a mistake. I think it degrades the H2.

[AfroCreame]

Nah. I would get another H2, but H3...leave that to the kiddies. The seats in the h3 look nice, but interior looks just as crappy as the h2. I just bought my wife a loaded RX330 and it was close to $45 but would blow the H3 out of the water in quality, and ammentities. Of course the H2 isn't anywhere close either but it's a special vehicle. Nothing can touch it in the WOW and COOLNESS factor for the price. It just seems thats something the H3 lacks. I don't know how many people are going to want to have a mini me h2. Look at the Lincoln Aviator. Mini Me-I can't afford the Navigator so I'll spring for this vehicle. Last I checked the sales were pretty dissapointing and Lincoln plans on ditching it for a new design in the VERY near future.

[HGW]

I would not buy an H3. The H2 is in a different class and I would buy another H2 first.

If I needed a smaller vehicle, it would not be an H3.

[SOCRATES]

No, no, no.. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

[DRTYFN]

Maybe. But I need to see it in person first. And take it for a quick wheeling run.
It is smaller, so then maybe all the H2 haters would think I have a REALLY REALLY BIG DONG.http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gifhttp://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gifhttp://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif Actually they already know that because I keep it coiled up on the roof.http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gifhttp://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif ... just let me dream for a while.http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

I'm keeping the H2 either way.http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Anthony33]

I think the new H3 looks nice. IM sure its a great little truck. Like Afrocreame said, it's a mini me H2. I love the bold big look of my H2. Does anyone know how much they are?

[HummerLV]

i won't buy one, but maybe its a way of getting into the hummer culture, the leaf lickers won't have as much ammo on the H3.
msrp is 30K ish

[Rhonda]

I heard the H3's are going to be in the 30's

[OldHiker]

My wife has seen the pics and flipped over it. She feels when the lease is up on her CTS she wants to go the H3 route. She likes off-roading and feels this is more her size.

[raptor2ride]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by AfroCreame:
Nah. I would get another H2, but H3...leave that to the kiddies. The seats in the h3 look nice, but interior looks just as crappy as the h2. I just bought my wife a loaded RX330 and it was close to $45 but would blow the H3 out of the water in quality, and ammentities. QUOTE]

First off I have had my share of Toyotas, same thing. I personally am done with foreign cars. Iam going to start supporting the U.S. as much as I can. Sure if you are looking for lux. only dont buy an H2 or probably an H3 for that matter. I have only seen what you guys have on the H3.If I needed a smaller SUV, like for my daughter. I wouldnt even consider a RX330 or any other foreign SUV . Iam tired of all the non American owned and ran imported CRAP that is brought here every day!
A large factory call Techniglass here in Ohio just shipped up and relocated overseas. A short time after that they said they were broke and filed for banckrupcy. All the employees lost all their pensions/ retirment.
I would guess that the H3 will sell very well. If I only had 30-35 grand to spend why not buy a Hummer. I think people will just enjoy saying they own one. Thers nothing wrong with that!

[Klaus]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by raptor2ride:
Iam tired of all the non American owned and ran imported CRAP that is brought here every day!
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thank you! I couldn't have said it better myself. I really feel sorry for those retirees. There's a high price to pay for buying cheap foreign goods.

[austoak]

I don't like the H-3. It looks cheap and not only that it looks like a Jeep Grand Cherokee on steroids. I like the BIG bold look of my H-2. Thanks But NO thanks I'll stick to the H-2.

[alecs wife]

I would definatly buy one. I think this truck will be all around great on and off-road. Is there anything out there that even comes close?

[alecs wife]

I have plenty of pics & vids. Just no where to post all the vids. Care to help?

[alecs wife]

Looks like the H3 will be kicking 05' Cherokee azz all over the trails. Except for the motor, the H3 specs kill the Jeep. I am sure that true Jeepers will not come to its' defense considering the IFS on the new Jeep. I wonder what inspired that suspension change. Maybe a smoother and more comfortable ride? I can't help to think that there will be some future SAS. I wonder what the pirate guys think?

[XM DUDE]

I know for fact the Jeepers are going to slam it, but lets do the math, $30k for a Rubicon or $35K for something that has more room and has the same off road abilities.

[AfroCreame]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by sfox:
Hate to say it, but a $35k H3 will NOT have the same off-road capabilites of a Rubi. Since the locker and larger tires are both options (probably not covered at the $35k level), I seriously doubt an H3 can touch a Rubi's capabilities without those upgrades. I am a little worried that we won't see the H3 compete for the Grand Cherokee market as well as GM thinks as the base price is a bit high still and 99% of the potential buyers won't give a crap about true off-road performance.

Seth <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Maybe they're hoping the "because it's a hummer" will bail them out.

[devilsfan]

My answer is a no.

I wouldn't buy it for looks. Other than the Hummer grill, it looks like every other mid-size SUV on the road. That's what sold me on the H2, it's totally different from anything out there.

For off roading, I'd spend my money on a Rubicon or an old CJ I can modify.

Stacy

[IPStack]

Ya, can't say as I would buy one from what I have seen of them.

[H2WildGuy]

I will be trading my 03 H2 in on an H3 and giving it a shot. Save me about 50% on current fuel costs and I have an idea that it will fit up many trails more easily.

[IPStack]

It also has to do with the fact you are an asshat Kerry supporter. Do us a favor, take the H2 back to the dealer you got it from and pick yourself up a nice Ford Explorer.

[DRTYFN]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by H2WildGuy:
I will be trading my 03 H2 in on an H3 and giving it a shot. Save me about 50% on current fuel costs and I have an idea that it will fit up many trails more easily. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I don't think your Citroen is going to do much as a trade. Maybe if you cleaned out your pile of soiled adult diapers and hosed out the semen from your customers someone could use it as a planter for mushrooms.

[DURAMAX TIM]

I'd get one for the kids to drive or else an older mil Hummer.

[Kevin B]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>I wonder what the pirate guys think?
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

That H2's suck. Who cares what they think, most of them still think raping animals is a victimless crime http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif.

[Perspec]

If it weren't for the GM discount and business deduction, I would probably have a look. It seems to have pretty good specs for the money, but we'll have to wait for some real world testing on a production model. Think about it, though. If you had the choice between an H3 and what is out there now (true off-road capable - not wannabe's), what would you choose? I think the H2 is a niche market, but has succeeded in creating strong branding which will lead to a lot of interest in the H3 over say a Jeep Cherokee - especially in the younger set. Regardless of wether we like it or don't like it, I personally think they are going to sell like hotcakes.

[XM DUDE]

I agree, GM said they plan to sell 90,000 per year.

[Dan]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by N2ITNSD:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>I wonder what the pirate guys think?
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

That H2's suck. Who cares what they think, most of them still think raping animals is a victimless crime http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

LMAO! http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/contrib/geno/rofl.gif

[HummBob]

I can totally see the H3 as either the new Soccer Mom(no offense)kind of vehicle or maybe just a young dude who WISHES for an H2.I Personally would NEVER be seen in one, but I won't begrudge anyone who gets one!Hey at least it's KiNdA a Hummer http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif

[ckhagman]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Perspec:
I think the H2 is a niche market, but has succeeded in creating strong branding which will lead to a lot of interest in the H3 over say a Jeep Cherokee - especially in the younger set. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

How did the H2 create strong branding. Does a product have to be first to create a strong brand. The brand has been around a lot longer than the H2 hasn't it. Remember the Hummer Brand was the most successful least marketed at one time.

[Perspec]

I didn't say it CREATED the brand. I said it created STRONG branding. In other words, it made it more popular. "Branding allows a company to differentiate themselves from the competition and, in the process, to bond with their customers to create loyalty." - Steve Hall, Marketing Vox News. You've heard the slogan "Like nothing else"? Although Hummer was already popular because of the H1, it became even more popular when the H2 was introduced. It is still a niche market because when you look at the demographics of current customers, you will see it is a pretty specific market. However, more people are FAMILIAR with the Hummer brand because of the H2 which will probably lead to more interest in the H3, IMO.

[3lossesalready]

I read the specs and performance on the H3. They are terrible! There are so many trucks with similar or better capability than the H3 for a lower price and in some instances, better quality to boot.

I don't like it, the clearance sucks, the approach and departure suck and it's not even that cool. I've seen Shaggy do some pretty incredible things in his s10. I just can't see buying an h3. The h2 makes sense because the performance is similar to the H1 for a better price with easier maintenance. H3 looks like a bomb to me. I would honestly pick up a jeep over that or even bet my touareg would outperform that tird.

Sorry to any prospective h3 buyers, I just don't like it. Get an H2 or the improved h1 (or a used one if you have a family member that is a mechanic). I'd probably take the H2 and beef it up where necessary.

[partsguy]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by 3lossesalready:
I read the specs and performance on the H3. They are terrible! There are so many trucks with similar or better capability than the H3 for a lower price and in some instances, better quality to boot.

I don't like it, the clearance sucks, the approach and departure suck and it's not even that cool. I've seen Shaggy do some pretty incredible things in his s10. I just can't see buying an h3. The h2 makes sense because the performance is similar to the H1 for a better price with easier maintenance. H3 looks like a bomb to me. I would honestly pick up a jeep over that or even bet my touareg would outperform that tird.

Sorry to any prospective h3 buyers, I just don't like it. Get an H2 or the improved h1 (or a used one if you have a family member that is a mechanic). I'd probably take the H2 and beef it up where necessary. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>MEAT HEAD
The H3 will have better ground clearence then the H2"not by much".

[ckhagman]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Perspec:
I didn't say it CREATED the brand. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

My mistake.

[Dan]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by 3lossesalready:
I read the specs and performance on the H3. They are terrible! There are so many trucks with similar or better capability than the H3 for a lower price and in some instances, better quality to boot.

I don't like it, the clearance sucks, the approach and departure suck and it's not even that cool. I've seen Shaggy do some pretty incredible things in his s10. I just can't see buying an h3. The h2 makes sense because the performance is similar to the H1 for a better price with easier maintenance. H3 looks like a bomb to me. I would honestly pick up a jeep over that or even bet my touareg would outperform that tird.

Sorry to any prospective h3 buyers, I just don't like it. Get an H2 or the improved h1 (or a used one if you have a family member that is a mechanic). I'd probably take the H2 and beef it up where necessary. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Why all the negativity? You're ruining partsguy's trip man! Chill, go with the flow, everything is gonna be alright.

http://www.geocities.com/bug_junction/jpgs/chinacat1.jpg

[HUMMERcustoms.com/TAZ]

Was visiting with GM at dealer while there getting a driver seat cover replaced a small mark on it. He said they have been told that the H3 will start at around $40,000. He said He was shocked. He did not see the value in it at that price and looks like they are going to try and make money on the name for a while before they pull back. Part of this price He was told and part of this info is just 2 guys trying to figure out what in the world is Hummer thinking.
Rick

[Buckeye Hummer]

I still think the H3 stinks, too many trucks compare at that price and performance.

[Albie]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Buckeye Hummer:
I still think the H3 stinks, too many trucks compare at that price and performance. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Brother J welcome back.!!!!!!!!!!

[XM DUDE]

$40,000?!! that sounds like dealer price gouging to me. it will be sold starting at $30k according to GM. at $40K you might as well spend the extra and get an H2

[HUMMERcustoms.com/TAZ]

I would not own an H3. Looks to much like a jeep and in a tv show on satelite they said it would start at around $40,000.
You can buy a nice used H2 for that and not have many miles on it.
Rick

[BlingBlingH2]

dood mofoz all ova da US is going to be just like you foolz and buy dis smaller an cheaper H1 rip off. GM sucks, H2 sucks, H3 sucks, and you suck.

sucka

[devilsfan]

I call BS on that last post - I could actually decipher one of the lines!!!

Blingtard imposter!!!!

Stacy

[Hummer crazy]

I bought one I love it It gets around great on all the tight trails can pull a u turn in the tightest of woods and get in all those small spots where the cj5's show off the H3 shows off in the in all the spots you would not put a H1 or H2 so H3 covers all the bases so The hummers can show off on all the trails and in the wide open Spots!
HUMMER family like nothing else
(why do jeepers look at me so funny?)...lol

[Zing]

When this post started I would say no. Changed my mind after seeing it in person. Would lift it up a bit, do few mods. Nice truck.

[Orbital H2]

I will continue to pay an extra thousand or two for gas before buying an H3. I didn't even think about buying an H2 until I sat in one and it took me all of 15 seconds to decide. I saty in an H3 and it took me about 30 seconds to decide that the only way I would buy one is that I lost everything I owned, my job, house etc and had to start over with a McJob.

[HummerNewbie]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Orbital H2:
I saty in an H3 and it took me about 30 seconds to decide that the only way I would buy one is that I lost everything I owned, my job, house etc and had to start over with a McJob. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Sorry, don't think a McJob will cut it http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

Just curious, why do you dislike it so much or is it just that you like the H2 that much more and wouldn't switch to the H3? Just curious.

[RazM]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Orbital H2:
I will continue to pay an extra thousand or two for gas before buying an H3. I didn't even think about buying an H2 until I sat in one and it took me all of 15 seconds to decide. I saty in an H3 and it took me about 30 seconds to decide that the only way I would buy one is that I lost everything I owned, my job, house etc and had to start over with a McJob. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Is the air better up there with your nose pointing up that high?

[frank6150]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RazM:
Is the air better up there with your nose pointing up that high? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

It's called an opinion and he is entitled to it.

[HGW]

I'd buy one if it had a V-8. Then I'd use it as a daily driver--like 'em just fine.

[RazM]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by frank6150:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RazM:
Is the air better up there with your nose pointing up that high? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

It's called an opinion and he is entitled to it. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

An opinion shouldn't include stating things like "the only way I would buy one is that I lost everything I owned, my job, house etc and had to start over with a McJob"
I like the insinuations there! Very charming...

The H3 isn't for you, awesome, state what you don't like about it or how it doesn't fit your needs.

[frank6150]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RazM:
An opinion shouldn't include stating things like "the only way I would buy one is that I lost everything I owned, my job, house etc and had to start over with a McJob"
I like the insinuations there! Very charming...

The H3 isn't for you, awesome, state what you don't like about it or how it doesn't fit your needs. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Like he was supposed to know you work at McDonalds! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[RazM]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by frank6150:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RazM:
An opinion shouldn't include stating things like "the only way I would buy one is that I lost everything I owned, my job, house etc and had to start over with a McJob"
I like the insinuations there! Very charming...

The H3 isn't for you, awesome, state what you don't like about it or how it doesn't fit your needs. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Like he was supposed to know you work at McDonalds! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

Did you notice the spit in your fillet o'fish!?

[Ernie Italy]

A H3 only for external dimension... I need an H1 with a size of H3.... Here the off road trips are small for my H2... But I have a chainsaw on cargo area !!!!

[TXSUT]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by kacyk:
The five seat capacity is an issue for me. I'd rather get a LR3 with 7 seats.

I wish they could have designed it to look "much" different than the H2. Although the H1 and H2 share the same lineage, at least they have individual characteristics.

The H3 tries too hard to look like its big brother. Perhaps that was GM was aiming for but I think it is a mistake. I think it degrades the H2.

2006 Black H3 LUX + Off Road (Wife's)
2003 Yellow H2 LUX (Sold)
2003 Pewter H2 Adventure (Sold)

</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

There's a little humor to be found in that one. With all due respect, of course. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[Orbital H2]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Orbital H2:
I saty in an H3 and it took me about 30 seconds to decide that the only way I would buy one is that I lost everything I owned, my job, house etc and had to start over with a McJob. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Sorry, don't think a McJob will cut it http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

Just curious, why do you dislike it so much or is it just that you like the H2 that much more and wouldn't switch to the H3? Just curious. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I just like the H2 that much better. I don't think the H3 would have attracted me to the Hummer line up. I certianly think it has its place, but I don't think its the step above that I was expecting out of Hummer.

[Orbital H2]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RazM:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by frank6150:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RazM:
An opinion shouldn't include stating things like "the only way I would buy one is that I lost everything I owned, my job, house etc and had to start over with a McJob"
I like the insinuations there! Very charming...

The H3 isn't for you, awesome, state what you don't like about it or how it doesn't fit your needs. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Like he was supposed to know you work at McDonalds! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

Did you notice the spit in your fillet o'fish!? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>


ROFLMAO
http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[HummerNewbie]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Orbital H2:
I just like the H2 that much better. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thats what I figured. I really like the H2 as well but the H3 fits the budget better these days. Will just have to upgrade down the road http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[Intercooled]

I set out to buy an H3. Test drove it. Came back and test drove an H2 that I really didnt want to spend good money on. Well......I know own an H2. The H3 was way underpowered and much more cramped. NIce truck buut didnt compare to the H2. My wife would like an H3 and I'm all for her to eventually have one. But I'll stick to the H2!

[HummBob]

Same deal, My WIFE thinks they are CUTE http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_redface.gif,
so I think we are getting her a black H3(has to be black or I won't let it in the garage http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif).

[Shane]

We have a h2 now and IMO the H3 is way to cramped and not near the power. Sure its cheapier and gets better mileage but you get what you pay for =)

Shane

[sharon]

just picked up our h3 this weekend .same stealth blue as our h2.

[kacyk]

We've just put a thousand miles on the new H3. We've also owned two H2's over the past three years. There's no doubt I like the H2 better than the H3. It's sort of the arrogant older brother that everyone gawks at. People really don't seem to notice the H3 as much as the H2. I did have buyers remorse but that fades every time I drive the H3 into town, park in tight spots and enter underground parking lots!

The H2 is great, but for every day use the H3 fits our needs better. For where we live the H2 had too many limitations on where we could take it.

If you're new to Hummers, I'd really take the effort and rent one for the day and see what life is really like with either.

[gwgjr31]

I know this thread is dead and gone, but I've been removed from the Hummer community for a while. I owned a 97.5 H1 wagon before the H2 came out, and then replaced it with one of the first H2s which I sold when I returned to school. So, I was avidly following the discussions about the H1 vs. H2. It's amazing how similar these comments are to those expressed by the H1 owners when the H2 was coming out. I find it highly amusing to see H2 owners deriding potential H3 owners. Each vehicle is different, but the H3 is important to the continuation of the H2, just as the H2 was to the H1. The arguements are eerily similar and should be embarrasing to those H2 owners with negative H3 views...

[RasterMaster]

Drop a V8 in the H3 and I'd get one for the wife.

[EricH3]

Just traded my H3 in last week for an H2.

While I had only owned it for 5 months, and it only had roughly 3500 miles on it at time of trade-in, the H3 turned out to be a tad too small for my family's needs. It was a very nice, solid, capable, well-optioned, well-appointed vehicle...perfect for daily errands or a weekend camping outing.

Going from an '03 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Crew Cab truck to an H3 was a bit of a downsize...perhaps too much so. As time passed, I found myself missing the large displacement 8-cyl. engine, larger towing capacity, and overall larger interior space.

The inline 5-cyl. in the H3 was adequate, especially for around town -- it did what it was designed to do. My biggest gripe with the H3 was the design placement of the window / door lock controls...they definitely need to rethink that. And the seatbelt could be a little hard to access. Also, there is just not enough room between the seats and the door panels/armrest to access the seat adjustment / heater buttons -- you nearly have to open the door to adjust them.

The H2, on the other hand, is 10 times what the H3 is with regards to size, interior room, power, and options. My wife and kids enjoyed the H3, but they are having a blast in the H2!

[ree]

We have an H2 and thought about getting an H3 as my wifes next vehicle, but then we pulled up next to one and it seemed awefully small in comparison. I know the H2 is not the largest thing out there, but we can't see going much smaller than an H2.

Other than size, it looks like a really nice truck.

[GLBLWARMR]

My wife would never let me buy an H3 for either of us to drive but we have been talking about buying my eldest son one in 2 years when he gets his license. We figured it would be a good learner car for him. Plus, I know how I used to drive when I first got my license and I will be damned if he is getting behind the wheel of my H2 even when the engine is turned off.

Wife also thinks the H3 is to soccer-momish (no insults intended) considering she just put SZMTRS on her license plate. And yes the H2 is hers while I got stuck with the montero sport. Works out better anyways because people can't drive here and they do not know how to open their doors. If the dents are from wheelin no prob it is just a little different when they are from an inconsiderate pr*ck.

[ree]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by GLBLWARMR:
My wife would never let me buy an H3 for either of us to drive but we have been talking about buying my eldest son one in 2 years when he gets his license. We figured it would be a good learner car for him. Plus, I know how I used to drive when I first got my license and I will be damned if he is getting behind the wheel of my H2 even when the engine is turned off.
</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

What? Buy an H3 for a kid!!!!! Even if you have the money to do this, that's just stupid. Make him borrow one of your Montero, or buy an older used somethingor other. Spoiling a kid, no matter how good he is, with a H3 or any other nice new car is a sure way to delude him even more about the harshness of the real world. He needs to learn to be without or at least have something basic.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">
Wife also thinks the H3 is to soccer-momish .. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

There's tons of non-blingy offroading accessories you could add to rectify that...oh and don't wash it very much.

[Field Rat]

To each their own. I could not buy one for me or my wife. It is not the tank that the H1 or H2 is. I love driving my H2s. I would like to add another H1 to the family.

[GLBLWARMR]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ree:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by GLBLWARMR:
My wife would never let me buy an H3 for either of us to drive but we have been talking about buying my eldest son one in 2 years when he gets his license. We figured it would be a good learner car for him. Plus, I know how I used to drive when I first got my license and I will be damned if he is getting behind the wheel of my H2 even when the engine is turned off.
</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

What? Buy an H3 for a kid!!!!! Even if you have the money to do this, that's just stupid. Make him borrow one of your Montero, or buy an older used somethingor other. Spoiling a kid, no matter how good he is, with a H3 or any other nice new car is a sure way to delude him even more about the harshness of the real world. He needs to learn to be without or at least have something basic.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">
Wife also thinks the H3 is to soccer-momish .. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

There's tons of non-blingy offroading accessories you could add to rectify that...oh and don't wash it very much. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

When I said buy I meant co-sign for it . We have had the deal that I pick up the insurance and he pays the tab for the vehicle. I agree with you about deluding children and he understands the real world. Currently, he makes almost 500 dollars a month from mowing lawns. He bought his own mower and gas powered weed eater. He has to buy his own gas and everything else. If he continues to work the way he is and save the way he does I will put my credit up to give him the vehicle he wants. Like I said he has to pay the tab for whatever he decides he is going to purchase. Currently, he wants an H3 but we all know how kids are and they change their minds constantly. When the time comes whatever he wants and can afford I will help him out.

[HummerNewbie]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by GLBLWARMR:
When I said buy I meant co-sign for it . We have had the deal that I pick up the insurance and he pays the tab for the vehicle. I agree with you about deluding children and he understands the real world. Currently, he makes almost 500 dollars a month from mowing lawns. He bought his own mower and gas powered weed eater. He has to buy his own gas and everything else. If he continues to work the way he is and save the way he does I will put my credit up to give him the vehicle he wants. Like I said he has to pay the tab for whatever he decides he is going to purchase. Currently, he wants an H3 but we all know how kids are and they change their minds constantly. When the time comes whatever he wants and can afford I will help him out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Now that's cool. Great to see a kid that actually knows how to work for something. He should be rewarded for his hard work. Everyone would have their own ideas of how to reward him but sounds like you have a plan. I am sick of all the spoiled little sh!ts running around here. My parents could have bought me any car I wanted, within reason of course, when I was a kid but they didn't. Back then, riding around with friends in there new Porsche, BMW, TA or whatever, I didn't appreciate it but I sure as hell did after I got a little older.

[ree]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by GLBLWARMR:

When I said buy I meant co-sign for it . We have had the deal that I pick up the insurance and he pays the tab for the vehicle. I agree with you about deluding children and he understands the real world. Currently, he makes almost 500 dollars a month from mowing lawns. He bought his own mower and gas powered weed eater. He has to buy his own gas and everything else. If he continues to work the way he is and save the way he does I will put my credit up to give him the vehicle he wants. Like I said he has to pay the tab for whatever he decides he is going to purchase. Currently, he wants an H3 but we all know how kids are and they change their minds constantly. When the time comes whatever he wants and can afford I will help him out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Good deal. Sorry to jump you on that one. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[GLBLWARMR]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ree:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by GLBLWARMR:

When I said buy I meant co-sign for it . We have had the deal that I pick up the insurance and he pays the tab for the vehicle. I agree with you about deluding children and he understands the real world. Currently, he makes almost 500 dollars a month from mowing lawns. He bought his own mower and gas powered weed eater. He has to buy his own gas and everything else. If he continues to work the way he is and save the way he does I will put my credit up to give him the vehicle he wants. Like I said he has to pay the tab for whatever he decides he is going to purchase. Currently, he wants an H3 but we all know how kids are and they change their minds constantly. When the time comes whatever he wants and can afford I will help him out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Good deal. Sorry to jump you on that one. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Its all good.

[DennisAJC]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by GLBLWARMR:

When I said buy I meant co-sign for it . We have had the deal that I pick up the insurance and he pays the tab for the vehicle. I agree with you about deluding children and he understands the real world. Currently, he makes almost 500 dollars a month from mowing lawns. He bought his own mower and gas powered weed eater. He has to buy his own gas and everything else. If he continues to work the way he is and save the way he does I will put my credit up to give him the vehicle he wants. Like I said he has to pay the tab for whatever he decides he is going to purchase. Currently, he wants an H3 but we all know how kids are and they change their minds constantly. When the time comes whatever he wants and can afford I will help him out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I remember 20 years ago my feelings towards buying a Fiero.

"If I get this car, I'll never want another car again." http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[KenP]

Me too Dennis. Mine was white, grey interior, alloy rims and a 4 banger. I loved that car. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[Hummer Geek]

Me too, 30 years ago, Opel GT--ha!

[MONSTERMATT]

NEVER, EVER, EVER WOULD I BUY OR DRIVE AN H3, its a total WANNABE H2 and a girl car its cool for chicks but the h3 is an insult

[RazM]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by MONSTERMATT:
NEVER, EVER, EVER WOULD I BUY OR DRIVE AN H3, its a total WANNABE H2 and a girl car its cool for chicks but the h3 is an insult </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You're an insult to the Hummer community...

[RazM]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Field Rat:
To each their own. I could not buy one for me or my wife. It is not the tank that the H1 or H2 is. I love driving my H2s. I would like to add another H1 to the family. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

The H3 is as much a tank as the H2. Of course the H2 has the larger size to its benefit, but both are very strong vehicles. Size wise it's about the same length and slightly taller (pre-alpha) than an H1. Obviously width is the major size factor, but seating room you get a lot more in an H3 than an H1...

The H3 is a mid-size, it's HUGE for that segment. Comparing it to full-size trucks is apples and oranges.

[DarthKarl]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DennisAJC:I remember 20 years ago my feelings towards buying a Fiero. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I had a black '85 Fiero. Sold it about 4 years ago...I really miss that car.

By the way, I love my H3.

[HummerNewbie]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by MONSTERMATT:
NEVER, EVER, EVER WOULD I BUY OR DRIVE AN H3, its a total WANNABE H2 and a girl car its cool for chicks but the h3 is an insult </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

So what you are saying is the H2 is a H1 wannabe chick car? Basically it is the same comparison as you made right? BTW, I think all three are incredible vehicles and each have their place in the Hummer family.

[BumM3r]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by XM DUDE:
that have an H1 or H2? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
I drove both and opted for the H2 SUT. If there was an H3 SUT, I prolly still woulda got the H2. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[MovinH2]

I do think we are going to buy one. My little lady wants one and she's got her eye on the H3, now I got to make sure she doesn't find something else she likes more.

[Rajin Cajun]

After owning a H3 for the past several weeks I think it is a great vehicle. My wife has wanted another SUV for the past year and we have looked at several brands but she has fallen in Love with the H3. I have some issues with the vehicle that are pretty much on the same lines as other H3 owners and I have yet the opportunity to take it off road but I am impressed with the vehicles capability so far. Personally I wanted an H2 but for her daily driving she prefered the H3. I definetly think GM did their homework and found that there was a niche in the Hummer lineup for the H3. Just look at the sales numbers since it's release. So all I can say is welcome to the family and enjoy what you have: H1, H2 or H3. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[Anonymous]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by MONSTERMATT:
NEVER, EVER, EVER WOULD I BUY OR DRIVE AN H3, its a total WANNABE H2 and a girl car its cool for chicks but the h3 is an insult </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You probably cry like a 12 year old girl when someone tells you that the H2 is just a wannabe H1 or the soccer mom grocery getter. You must have been the kid who got beat up in school then went home and punched your little sister to make yourself feel better.

They're all great vehicles, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. I have been thinking about buying an H2 for about a year now but ended up with the H3. Not because of the price, but other things I liked about the H3. I still love the look, off-road abilities, and comfort of the H2, but hey, ya gotta make a choice.

[PARAGON]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by MONSTERMATT:
NEVER, EVER, EVER WOULD I BUY OR DRIVE AN H3, its a total WANNABE H2 and a girl car its cool for chicks but the h3 is an insult </div></BLOCKQUOTE>There we go. We knew you were a dumbass with all of your dumbass posts.

[Hummer crazy]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Anthony33:
I think the new H3 looks nice. IM sure its a great little truck. Like Afrocreame said, it's a mini me H2. I love the bold big look of my H2. Does anyone know how much they are? </div></BLOCKQUOTE> As fo the MINNE ME LOOK IS THAT "NOT" what the H2 is to the H1 just a MINNE me H1 Look at me I can't afford a H1 so I got a H2 See is all the SAME H1/toH2 too H3 So just buy what you like To me I went with the H3 if I am going in the woods with it Why take a 50K 60K 0r 100k truck in the woods If I have that much to spend I would have a few used Lexes or benz in the driveway

[rodster]

I've been driving an H3 for the past two days and will have it until tomorrow. I like my SUT but I gotta say, this is a cool truck. It's easy to see why H3 owners like their trucks so much.

[LoLo]

Actually thinking of buying one for our son... hoping I can get a used one in about 6 months. He loves them! (He's certainly not getting MY H2!)

[frank6150]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer crazy:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Anthony33:
I think the new H3 looks nice. IM sure its a great little truck. Like Afrocreame said, it's a mini me H2. I love the bold big look of my H2. Does anyone know how much they are? </div></BLOCKQUOTE> As fo the MINNE ME LOOK IS THAT "NOT" what the H2 is to the H1 just a MINNE me H1 Look at me I can't afford a H1 so I got a H2 See is all the SAME H1/toH2 too H3 So just buy what you like To me I went with the H3 if I am going in the woods with it Why take a 50K 60K 0r 100k truck in the woods If I have that much to spend I would have a few used Lexes or benz in the driveway </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You need to learn to pace yourself and use punctuations.

[R2]

I wheel to hard for an H3.

[Kellen]

Don't they use H3s for the Junior Ski Patrol Team?

[Spike]

originally posted by Hummer Crazy,
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">As fo the MINNE ME LOOK IS THAT "NOT" what the H2 is to the H1 just a MINNE me H1 Look at me I can't afford a H1 so I got a H2 See is all the SAME H1/toH2 too H3 So just buy what you like To me I went with the H3 if I am going in the woods with it Why take a 50K 60K 0r 100k truck in the woods If I have that much to spend I would have a few used Lexes or benz in the driveway </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Can someone translate this mess into English?

[KenP]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Spike:
originally posted by Hummer Crazy,
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">As fo the MINNE ME LOOK IS THAT "NOT" what the H2 is to the H1 just a MINNE me H1 Look at me I can't afford a H1 so I got a H2 See is all the SAME H1/toH2 too H3 So just buy what you like To me I went with the H3 if I am going in the woods with it Why take a 50K 60K 0r 100k truck in the woods If I have that much to spend I would have a few used Lexes or benz in the driveway </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Can someone translate this mess into English? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>No. It'd be a waste of brain cells. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

[Anonymous]

I'm not sure but it looks like the same language used on Jeepforum.

[DRTYFN]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by MONSTERMATT:
NEVER, EVER, EVER WOULD I BUY OR DRIVE AN H3, its a total WANNABE H2 and a girl car its cool for chicks but the h3 is an insult </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Piss poor attitude. If you weren't such a little turd you might actually enjoy driving the H3.

[R2]

What a total 'tard

[Ipedog]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by MONSTERMATT:
NEVER, EVER, EVER WOULD I BUY OR DRIVE AN H3, its a total WANNABE H2 and a girl car its cool for chicks but the h3 is an insult </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

MONSTERMATT = http://www.websmileys.com/sm/crazy/450.gif

[Marcmedic]

Would you expect anything less from the genius who posted this gem...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">
Originally posted by MONSTERMATT:
lot of people think u buy a hummer so u can be like "hey look at my expensive ride , its better than yours" but the reason why i got mine is cuz i liked it-loved matter of fact, and its practical in the east here where i live, but it sucks drivin in the city, any way i got mine cuz its cool not cuz i wanna show off i hate jealous people , i guess i can "respect" the whole "tree hugger" argument but i dont agree with it atleast they have a reason to hate or so they think </div></BLOCKQUOTE>