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kacyk
10-31-2005, 04:45 AM
Okay, I know it's not "appropriate" to say that four letter word (Jeep) but I had a chance to drive a new Commander today. A family from our church just bought it and I must say, that damn Hemi screams! I read the specs today and it state 0-60 in 7.9 seconds but it felt faster. No lack of power here boyz.

The Jeep had factory Nav, DVD, 3 sunroofs, leather, backup sensors, 7 seats, and a pretty advanced 4WD system. He paid under $43K. I have to admit I was a bit envious. Come on, it has a Hemi! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif
kacyk
10-31-2005, 04:45 AM
Okay, I know it's not "appropriate" to say that four letter word (Jeep) but I had a chance to drive a new Commander today. A family from our church just bought it and I must say, that damn Hemi screams! I read the specs today and it state 0-60 in 7.9 seconds but it felt faster. No lack of power here boyz.

The Jeep had factory Nav, DVD, 3 sunroofs, leather, backup sensors, 7 seats, and a pretty advanced 4WD system. He paid under $43K. I have to admit I was a bit envious. Come on, it has a Hemi! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif
dochummer
10-31-2005, 05:23 AM
I haven't seen one yet. are they about the size of an H3? I heard that they're not much bigger than a cherokee..
wannabeH3
10-31-2005, 05:58 AM
yeah our engines suck
1COOLH3
10-31-2005, 12:27 PM
I would guess the average H3 is about $35,000 so the Commander is $8,000 more.

For that amount it better have a bigger engine.

But even with the better performance it's still no HUMMER and you can't put a price on the "Coolness Factor" of the H3. HUMMERS turn heads wherever they go and Jeeps rarely get a second glance.
Mark805
10-31-2005, 12:57 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> But even with the better performance it's still no HUMMER and you can't put a price on the "Coolness Factor" of the H3. HUMMERS turn heads wherever they go and Jeeps rarely get a second glance </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You got that right. I have a Jeep dealership near me and I have to say... The Commander rate a 10 in the boring factor looks wise.
VTSTOMPER
10-31-2005, 01:05 PM
late 90's Jeep Cherokee - bloated.
kacyk
10-31-2005, 01:18 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dochummer:
I haven't seen one yet. are they about the size of an H3? I heard that they're not much bigger than a cherokee.. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Doc, it seemed to be about the size of a Ford Explorer. However, the interior volume seemed much larger as the roof rises from the second row on.

I agree with the rest of you that it might not register on the "teutonic arrogance" scale but I think the H2 and H1 have the honors there.

I'll get over it, it's just engine envy! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif
FormerJeeper
11-01-2005, 06:09 AM
Having seen pics of both the H3 and the Commander going over the Rubicon, thre's no question that the H3 is the more capable.

The Commander I saw DID make it to Wentworth Springs but it had ripped the crap out of it.

The H3s made it through no problem.

-C
profish00
11-01-2005, 11:36 AM
we looked at them too all i had to ask my wife was, would you jump a curb in that thing, off to the hummer store we went
fourfourto
11-01-2005, 12:12 PM
Did anyone see tv commercial of commander driving out of the ocean towards the beach.They must have backed it in first.It looks like more than 2 feet of water?



H3 gray aventure ,sunroof, steps ,roof rack ,smokers package ,window vents, sunroof visor, hard spare tire cover, h3 valve caps ,mudflaps and K&N filter 2,900+ miles
Dogger
11-01-2005, 02:50 PM
Commander with lift.

Rockcrawler Link (http://www.rockcrawler.com/features/newsshorts/05october/superlift_xkwk.asp)

http://www.rockcrawler.com/features/newsshorts/05october/superlift/xk_zebra_650.jpg
Sewie
11-01-2005, 04:49 PM
A lifted WK or XK will clear 33” to 34” tall rubber, depending on wheel width and offset.

Needs 4" of lift to fit the same size tires as a stock H3. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif
Kid Shyleen
11-01-2005, 05:08 PM
It looks like the result of smashing an LR3 together with a Cherokee! And I second the boring looks statement. Nice options, but really not a HUMMER! IMO http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif
4ophenia
11-01-2005, 06:18 PM
Is that thing supposed to be a brush guard? Or something to stretch out your pretty legs. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
PCBeach
11-01-2005, 07:20 PM
After 2 small Grand Cherokee 4X4 I was waiting for a larger vehicle.. But the 2005 GC wasn't it. Just saw the Commander.. Old name, no style, 245 tires. I love my H3!!!!!
f5fstop
11-01-2005, 07:53 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by fourfourto:
Did anyone see tv commercial of commander driving out of the ocean towards the beach.They must have backed it in first.It looks like more than 2 feet of water?



H3 gray aventure ,sunroof, steps ,roof rack ,smokers package ,window vents, sunroof visor, hard spare tire cover, h3 valve caps ,mudflaps and K&N filter 2,900+ miles </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

The ad actually gives the impression it can go under water (kids looking at sharks, swimming overhead). Just waiting for someone to sink one and sue for false advertising. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
DDWH
11-01-2005, 07:58 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by f5fstop:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by fourfourto:
Did anyone see tv commercial of commander driving out of the ocean towards the beach.They must have backed it in first.It looks like more than 2 feet of water?



H3 gray aventure ,sunroof, steps ,roof rack ,smokers package ,window vents, sunroof visor, hard spare tire cover, h3 valve caps ,mudflaps and K&N filter 2,900+ miles </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

The ad actually gives the impression it can go under water (kids looking at sharks, swimming overhead). Just waiting for someone to sink one and sue for false advertising. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

LMAOhttp://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif No Doubt!
DWPC
11-01-2005, 09:15 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by f5fstop:
Just waiting for someone to sink one and sue for false advertising. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Actually, there's a disclaimer at the end of the ad that says its a fictional representation. That means D-C either thinks potential Commander buyers aren't bright enough to figure that out by themselves, or has taken legal paranoia to new heights (or depths?).
fourfourto
11-01-2005, 09:40 PM
Have a H3 commercial pulling out a sunk commander.
f5fstop
11-01-2005, 11:57 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DWPC:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by f5fstop:
Just waiting for someone to sink one and sue for false advertising. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Actually, there's a disclaimer at the end of the ad that says its a fictional representation. That means D-C either thinks potential Commander buyers aren't bright enough to figure that out by themselves, or has taken legal paranoia to new heights (or depths?). </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I understand their paranoia, and their is merit to that paranoia. However, it is not in Spanish or any other dozen languages, and in this country where a woman can obtain about 400K for spilling hot coffee in her lap, I put nothing past anyone.
Aubs
11-02-2005, 01:47 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by 4ophenia:
Is that thing supposed to be a brush guard? Or something to stretch out your pretty legs. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

http://x91.xanga.com/bf7863150613316269194/w11703978.jpg
slgcmg
11-02-2005, 02:30 PM
and in this country where a woman can obtain about 400K for spilling hot coffee in her lap, I put nothing past anyone.[/QUOTE]

But it reall burned me, and the cup didn't say hot. The money was nice though. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
RMST
11-02-2005, 06:44 PM
Make me sick...vomit,puke.
Mike B
11-02-2005, 06:52 PM
I-a weish I-a has one-o dem condomanders wit a hem-i. yes sir. specily lie dem strips lok lik a jungle mobile. yes sir.



Birch White, H3, adventure-baby, auto, rails 1500 miles