Hi all,
Im doing research into the H2 and some other SUV's. I'm looking to buy in the next few weeks and was hoping for some feedback on current owners thoughts about their H2. I will mostly be using it as a really cool grocery-getter and also to scare the volvo/escalade moms in carpool! Any info on your likes/dislikes would be appreciated.

Thanks!
Christa

Hi all,
Im doing research into the H2 and some other SUV's. I'm looking to buy in the next few weeks and was hoping for some feedback on current owners thoughts about their H2. I will mostly be using it as a really cool grocery-getter and also to scare the volvo/escalade moms in carpool! Any info on your likes/dislikes would be appreciated.

Thanks!
Christa

Where do you live? I'm in Portland and would be happy to meet you and give you a thorough run down.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DRTYFN:
Where do you live? I'm in Portland and would be happy to meet you and give you a thorough run down. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Didn't see that coming.

DONKEY PUNCH!

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DRTYFN:
Where do you live? I'm in Portland and would be happy to meet you and give you a thorough run down. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Didn't see that coming. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DennisAJC:
DONKEY PUNCH! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Both of you... gfy.

DRTYFN...I'm guessin your either single or just a really, really nice guy! I'm in Washington. Long drive for a thorough run down, but thanks! Anything you could post here I would love to read.

LMAO!!!

Where in Washington? There's several other H2 owners that could offer help.

BTW, I am single, but everyone knows I'm a prick.

Something tells me Christa's sporting 2 ball sacks and a ding dong. Be careful DRTY, this has "Crying Game" written all over it.

Don't worry, my anti-dong radar is going.

You say "prick" like it's a bad thing! I guess it all hangs on whether your on the receiving end of it or not! I'm a ways south of Seattle.

You'll notice the icon. That denotes sarcasm.

How far south?Which dealer are you going to buy from? McCann? You should make the drive to PDX. The dealership just changed hands and they're going to be primed for some hot sales.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">I guess it all hangs on whether your on the receiving end of it or not! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
You're making me nervous with the dong innuendoes.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DennisAJC:
Something tells me Christa's sporting 2 ball sacks and a ding dong. Be careful DRTY, this has "Crying Game" written all over it. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Why exactly would you think that Dennis? Something tells ME you've been stung before!

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

Why exactly would you think that Dennis? Something tells ME you've been stung before! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Uh ohhhh... The homoghey lingo is causing a blip on the donger radar.

I want it made clear that I have made not one dong innuendo, thats all dennis! I think he needs a girlfriend or a body pillow!! (sorry Dennis) Anyways, I've been to McCann, we bought our CTS-V from them a few months ago so I would hope they would give us a good deal though just checking their internet pricing, they seem to be pretty happy with their Hummers. I've also checked Dougs in Lynwood. They seem to be a little better. Where is PDX

Dennis
You need to lighten up! Do you not have a sense of humor? Or do you only have one when you are making the jabs? For your information I am not a TROLL, as you so eloquently put it, I'm a mom who does, on occasion, have to go to the grocery store and pick my kids up from school. I don't like driving small vehicles because I like to feel that myself and my family are safe going down the road. I also am used to having vehicles that are unique, and not like every third SUV in the parking lot which is why I like the Hummer. I haul a large horse trailer behind a crew cab. I also on occasion have hauled a boat and a 5th wheel so I think I'm perfectly capable and intelligent enough to drive an H2 which is alot smaller than the truck I have now. All I was looking for was some imformation about the H2 that came from someone other than a salesperson looking for a commision. Thanks for the help Dennis, that was very nice of you.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
Hi all,
Im doing research into the H2 and some other SUV's. I'm looking to buy in the next few weeks and was hoping for some feedback on current owners thoughts about their H2. I will mostly be using it as a really cool grocery-getter and also to scare the volvo/escalade moms in carpool! Any info on your likes/dislikes would be appreciated.

Thanks!
Christa </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Research???? Grocery getting???? Carpool????

Shove yer head up your ass and fight for air. You stink of TROLL. Either that or you're REALLY an airhead and recommend you not go behind the wheel on an H2.

Like...Oh my gawd.....Like....Totally!

Jeez, the cynicism on the board is overwhelming sometimes.

Christa, I'm going to assume you're not a troll since you didn't come in here bashing the H2. I would honestly go to a local dealer - it doesn't matter which one - and take the H2 on a 24-hour test drive. Go to all the places you would normally go, and see how the truck behaves. I absolutely love my H2 and wouldn't trade it in on anything, but it does have a few things you basically have to "live with." Even tho it costs $50,000+, it's not a luxury vehicle. It rides rough and to me, the interior is rough also. You do have to be careful in heels and skirts - the running boards can get slick when wet, and if you're in a business where you have to take clients out, that can also be a problem. The truck is short, but it's wide and tall - there are several parking decks in my city where the truck won't fit, so I have to park elsewhere and hike often. This may also be a factor in normal parking lots - you may have to park out further than normal if the spaces are tight, or find a spot near a curb you can park half-up on. You also have to be careful in drive-throughs....my H2 will barely squeeze into a space at Sonic, with my mirrors folded in. I've just learned over time where I can and cannot take the truck, and if it's going to be a problem, we take my husband's truck instead.

Other than that, the H2 is a blast to drive. It's a very safe vehicle when driven correctly, and it's nice to know that whatever traffic situation you might encounter, you can probably get out of it with a Hummer. If you do purchase one, I highly recommend getting with a group on here and taking the truck off-road at least once. Nothing extreme, just a good chance to learn what it's capable of so you don't get yourself in a bad situation that you can't get out of. Good luck with your decision.

Stacy

Hi Christa...

As another "grocery getter" and carpool mom... here's my take...

The only advice I can give you is to beware of the radio reception on the '03 H2's! I have been round and round with my GM dealer (no HUMMER dealer in my neck of the woods!) about the poor reception, to no avail. To give HUMMER the benefit of the doubt, I DO have an appointment with a dealer next week... we'll see!

However, from my post and research here, I find that my problem is obviously a somewhat common one... and evidently the reason for changing to a "whip" style (DRTYFN, don't go off on that one! -- NOTE the sarcasm icon...) antenna on the '04 models.

Otherwise, I love my H2, and would find it hard to go back to a smaller SUV... Although, my husband would love to see me drive something that is a bit more fuel efficient -- oh well!

Good luck in your research... hope to see a pic of your H2 soon!

OK... just saw "NEW H2" in this topic! Sounds like you are already on the right track!

Christa,
I think you will find that most folks here love there H2's and would not drive anything else even if given a choice.
Sales people can be pushy but the truck sells its self. You either love it or you don't I haven't ran into many people that take a middle ground approach. As you are familiar with larger trucks i.e. your crew cab you are already familiar with blind spots and I suspect know how to deal with them. Because of its width, parking in mall parking spots will be a pain so if that is going to be the H2's primary use, know that you will have door dings within a week, or your going to be doing some hiking. Hopefully not much more will happen, there are stories on this forum from folks who have had negative experiences at the hands of some environmentalist and you live in there backyard so hopefully you will be spared those experiences but you should be aware they do happen.
Develsfans suggestion of taking your H2 out for an off-roading experience is a solid suggestion. It is something that I believe every H2 owner should have to do before being allowed to purchase the rig. At least it should be mandatory in order to retain a drivers license for those who choose to drive the H2. The upcoming trips to Moab would be a great experience for you and you’d get a chance to meet Drty and Dennis. Kind of sink or swim mentality… You will not meet a better couple of guys. They truly are there to help if needed. Really. While Moab has little in common with urban scrawl when you have completed some of the trails in Moab you will understand the capabilities of your rig and all of sudden curbs, center mediums and other road obstacles don’t seam so imposing. Good luck and happy hunting.

devilsfan,LoLo & Fubar00,
Thanks for the info. I really appreciate you taking the time to reply. The things you've stated are all kinda what I expected. I don't mind hiking a ways in a parking lot. I do that now. I Hate door dings so that really isn't an issue for me. My truck now is also pretty large to fit around tight spots and the turning radius is horrible which is why I prefer to drive my car most of the time though I have heard (from salesman) that the H2 turn capabilities are pretty decent. I havent been off road in a long time, but I think it would be fun to try. My husband had a CJ5 for alot of years and we did do alot of mud running etc. (that was way before kids when getting up early was 10:00 on weekends. I'd pay good money to sleep that late! )
This would be my daily driver most of the time though I would need it to haul a loaded horse trailer or the boat on occasion, and being able to store things in the back is kinda important to me too. Do any of you have any thoughts on the 3rd row seat and exterior mounted spare vs it being inside? I feel now it would be better to have the spare mounted outside, but is it a hassle to get to the cargo area with it mounted back there? Have any of you towed with it? Also would having a center drop down DVD for the kids interfere with visibility too much? What kind of gas mileage do you actually get in this beast anyways? Sorry about all the questions. my husband gets home on saturday and I want to have my guns loaded with viable reasons why this wouldn't be an impractical choice for me! He is also concerned that their value doesn't hold up well. I hate taking the hit after you drive it off the lot, but maybe we can compromise and just find a used 05 with low miles. My husband wants me to get the Sequoia . It's a nice vehicle inside and I know that Toyota makes a good truck that will last forever, but I just don't feel that rush of excitement when I look at it! Something the H2 does for me everytime!
Fubar, i'm not sure I want to meet them! They were pretty funny, both of them, but dennis, jeez! Shove my head up my ass and fight for air , what did I do to deserve that? That is pretty funny though, Even though it was directed at me, It made me laugh! We'll see.
Anyways thanks alot for all your insight. I'm going to get one of these H2's even if I have to resort to bribery, but a few good reasons will help too!
Also, I think your idea of bringing one home for a day or so is a great idea. Something I think I will do.

Thanks !
Christa

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
DRTYFN... or just a really, really nice guy! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I don't care who you are that's just funny right there

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
but dennis, jeez! Shove my head up my ass and fight for air , what did I do to deserve that? That is pretty funny though, Even though it was directed at me, It made me laugh! We'll see.Thanks !
Christa </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I forgot to put at the end of that. Relax, I say that all the time. If you want, I'm very capable of getting really nasty.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
but dennis, jeez! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

don't worry he's Canadian

I guess it depends who you ask on whether you came here to bash the H2 or not. Your opening statement was suspicious. Kind of like the, "Isn't the H2 a Tahoe?" statement. If you are sincere and you stay long enough. You'll know we're a nice bunch. Sick but nice.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by devilsfan:
Jeez, the cynicism on the board is overwhelming sometimes.
Stacy </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

BTW. DON'T POST PICS! Stacey is dangerous! If you're fat, she'll ridicule you. If you're hot, she'll get jealous and disapprove!

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Fubar00:
you’d get a chance to meet Drty and Dennis. Kind of sink or swim mentality… You will not meet a better couple of guys. They truly are there to help if needed. Really. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

How dare you!!! That's defamation of character!!!! I am NOT nice!! Dennis, on the other hand, is a push over and launders a mean shirt.

Bring it on Dennis , I can take it! I worked at a gas station in the 10th grade. I was the happy little cashier and those guys in the shop would go home at night trying to think of new ways to torture or disgust me! It never worked, I can take it and give it with the best of them!!
Git R Done!

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DRTYFN:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Fubar00:
you’d get a chance to meet Drty and Dennis. Kind of sink or swim mentality… You will not meet a better couple of guys. They truly are there to help if needed. Really. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> </div></BLOCKQUOTE> How dare you!!! That's defamation of character!!!! I am NOT nice!! Dennis, on the other hand, is a push over and launders a mean shirt. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

LMAO, Does he vacume too? Drty i'm sure you are the scourge of Oregon!

Hi Christa!

I've driven my H2 for almost 2 years now and I love it. I drove an F350 super cab long bed and let me tell you, this rig is a lot smaller than one of those beasts! The towing capacity of the H2 is not what you are used to either, so a 2 place horse trailer, max.
The spare tire is huge and it takes up all the interior room in the back. The spare tire holder mounted on the swing in back is one option, but I didn't want to have to grab it every time I opened the door. They get super dirty with rain and road grime out here in the NW.
I know a gal that just went up to Fife, WA to buy hers. She had all good things to say about them. The dealership in Portland/Vancouver is changing hands so I can't give a good report on it.
Definitely get one and drive it for a day or two! I think you'll be hooked.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
Bring it on Dennis , I can take it! I worked at a gas station in the 10th grade. I was the happy little cashier and those guys in the shop would go home at night trying to think of new ways to torture or disgust me! It never worked, I can take it and give it with the best of them!!
Git R Done! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Ooooo!! A challenge.


<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> </div></BLOCKQUOTE> How dare you!!! That's defamation of character!!!! I am NOT nice!! Dennis, on the other hand, is a push over and launders a mean shirt. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

LMAO, Does he vacume too? Drty i'm sure you are the scourge of Oregon! [/quote]

He's a damn good house servant.

Scourge? Menace sounds better.... I mean

*******.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
devilsfan,LoLo & Fubar00,
Thanks for the info. I really appreciate you taking the time to reply. The things you've stated are all kinda what I expected. I don't mind hiking a ways in a parking lot. I do that now. I Hate door dings so that really isn't an issue for me. My truck now is also pretty large to fit around tight spots and the turning radius is horrible which is why I prefer to drive my car most of the time though I have heard (from salesman) that the H2 turn capabilities are pretty decent. I havent been off road in a long time, but I think it would be fun to try. My husband had a CJ5 for alot of years and we did do alot of mud running etc. (that was way before kids when getting up early was 10:00 on weekends. I'd pay good money to sleep that late! )
This would be my daily driver most of the time though I would need it to haul a loaded horse trailer or the boat on occasion, and being able to store things in the back is kinda important to me too. Do any of you have any thoughts on the 3rd row seat and exterior mounted spare vs it being inside? I feel now it would be better to have the spare mounted outside, but is it a hassle to get to the cargo area with it mounted back there? Have any of you towed with it? Also would having a center drop down DVD for the kids interfere with visibility too much? What kind of gas mileage do you actually get in this beast anyways? Sorry about all the questions. my husband gets home on saturday and I want to have my guns loaded with viable reasons why this wouldn't be an impractical choice for me! He is also concerned that their value doesn't hold up well. I hate taking the hit after you drive it off the lot, but maybe we can compromise and just find a used 05 with low miles. My husband wants me to get the Sequoia . It's a nice vehicle inside and I know that Toyota makes a good truck that will last forever, but I just don't feel that rush of excitement when I look at it! Something the H2 does for me everytime!
Fubar, i'm not sure I want to meet them! They were pretty funny, both of them, but dennis, jeez! Shove my head up my ass and fight for air , what did I do to deserve that? That is pretty funny though, Even though it was directed at me, It made me laugh! We'll see.
Anyways thanks alot for all your insight. I'm going to get one of these H2's even if I have to resort to bribery, but a few good reasons will help too!
Also, I think your idea of bringing one home for a day or so is a great idea. Something I think I will do.

Thanks !
Christa </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Don't buy the H2 if you are looking for great gas mileage. I think most folks here are getting somewhere between 9-15mpg depending on how they drive and what there doing. Supercharging will help.

Towing, there are several posts here on that subject, take a few minutes and do a search. I am certain you will find the answers to your questions.

3rd row seating. Not practical, most folks have sold there seat, traded it for something or wrapped it in plastic and stuck it in the garage.
Yes it is a pain to have to swing open a tire carrier every time you wish to put something in the back. You could go the route of a Gobi Rack and mount the tire to the roof.

Rear Drop down dvd? Not sure they make a center consol type but they have monitors that fit in the head rest of the drivers seat and passengers seat so the rear passengers can watch dvd's. But yes if you find a drop down unit for the top center console yes it will block what limited visibility you have assuming the tire is mounted on a tire carrier or left in its stock local. If you have more then two kids the H2 probably isn't going to be very practical unless you can get three child seats to fit on the rear fold downs and leave the limited cargo area open by taking the 3rd row seat out.

Resale value; again do a little research you see that some folks are selling there rigs for just about as much as they paid for them. Any vehicle looses its value once you drive off the lot and if this is a major concern consider a lease rather than an outright purchase. Personally I don't see the sense in renting a truck but to each there own some folks like to have the newest, best, biggest whatever so I guess it works for some.

You can certainly find a quality low mileage used H2 just do some looking around and don't buy the first one you come across.

Thanks H2 Rocks,
We have the f350 crew cab long box only its also on 38's or 39's (not sure which) with a bunch of lift. It's alot of work to drive and you need a good bounce to get up into it! i'm sure the size of the H2 wont intimidate me at all. We probably will deal through McCann in Fife. They've been good to us so far. Thanks!

OK Drty, didn't mean to offend you with that "Scourge" remark. Hows this...You are a menace to society and a threat to women everywhere!!

sorry didn't mean to soil your rep

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

Well, you are.

Thanks Fubar, good info. I think leasing is throwing money away, I'd rather take the hit. I was thinking of an aftermarket larger screen DVD, but I think you're right, it would interfere with already limited visibility. The stock headrest screens would be better. I'll look up some past posts on towing.

Hi Christa,

I can't see anything in the forseable future I would rather drive than my H2. I've been driving SUV's since before they were called SUV's. I bought my first Jeep Cherokee Sport in '89, then went to a Grand Cherokee, Tahoe Z71, then a Denali. After the original weeks of excitement, I grew bored of them quickly(except maybe the Denali)
Anyhoo, after 9 months, I still get excited when I see my H2 in the parking lot at work(yes MILES away, I HATE DOOR DINGS)or even in my garage.

Too me, that's the thing about the H2. It's EXCITING to Drive, Own or SEE.
Either you GET IT, or you don't!

So BUY ONE. You won't be disappointed!

you only live once! Buy the H2 and for god's sake take it off-road

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
...It's alot of work to drive and you need a good bounce to get up into it! I'm sure the size... wont intimidate me at all... been good... so far. Thanks! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Are you kidding me? Please post photos of yourself!