H3 purchase with GMID

[GaryW]

I just purchased and picked up a new H3, Yellow with black leather, sunroof, Lux Package, Off Road Package. Purchased from a local dealer in Louisville, KY. I was the first one they sold an H3 to that used the GMID. I talked them into it over a 2-3 week period.

MSRP 37,639.00
GMID 34,348.89

Savings of $3,290.11 whoo hoooooo

Gary of Louisville, KY

[GaryW]

I just purchased and picked up a new H3, Yellow with black leather, sunroof, Lux Package, Off Road Package. Purchased from a local dealer in Louisville, KY. I was the first one they sold an H3 to that used the GMID. I talked them into it over a 2-3 week period.

MSRP 37,639.00
GMID 34,348.89

Savings of $3,290.11 whoo hoooooo

Gary of Louisville, KY

[HummerNewbie]

Congrats Gary and welcome. Post some pics when you get a chance.

[f5fstop]

Gary, did your H3 have H3 embroidered into the front headrests?
Each yellow one I see around here have the H3 embroidered and yellow gauges. Dealer says they come in that way.

[Marc H3]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by GaryW:
... I was the first one they sold an H3 to that used the GMID. I talked them into it over a 2-3 week period. Gary of Louisville, KY </div></BLOCKQUOTE><span class="ev_code_blue">Hey Gary congrats on your new purchase. You did your homework and even though it took you two to three weeks to get the dealer to take your GMID Certificate it was well worth it!

In NY some dealers where not taking GMS for actual GM employees. I was fortunate enough to find a dealer in WNY area that allowed me to use mine.

That is why a site like ours is so great, you can find out where the best deals are being made! </span> http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif

[cmeinck]

Congratulations on your new H3! I'm researching and considering purchase. I too would hope to use a GMID. I'm located in NY -- Marc, you mentioned you had difficulty and then success. Would you mind sharing which dealers gave you problems and who ultimately "hooked you up".

Thanks to all.
Chris

[Marc H3]

<span class="ev_code_blue">Syracuse wasn't accepting GMS, http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif Rochester wasn't sure if they would. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Buffalo Hummer was willing to take a few GMS certificates. http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2005-1/938997/heartsguy.gif

THANK YOU BUFFALO HUMMER! </span>http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2005-1/938997/cool1.gif

[Hummer Guy]

I'm telling you guys a trip to Dallas and drive back in a GMID priced H3 is the way to go.. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

F5 -- H3 embroidered in the yellow truck headrests? That one is new to me...

[f5fstop]

Three of the yellow hummers at Suburban Hummer, Troy, MI had the H3 embroidered in the headrests, and the salesman stated they came from the factory that way. Now, maybe Suburban had it done, and the salesman doesn't know his *** from a hole in the ground.

[Hummer Guy]

probably an idiot salesman...

[cmeinck]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">to Dallas and drive back in a GMID priced H3 is the way to go.. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Well, being a Cowboy fan, I could probably plan a nice trip to see my team and pick up a Hummer. That being said, it's just too far from NY. It would be a nice ride though. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[f5fstop]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by cmeinck:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">to Dallas and drive back in a GMID priced H3 is the way to go.. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Well, being a Cowboy fan, I could probably plan a nice trip to see my team and pick up a Hummer. That being said, it's just too far from NY. It would be a nice ride though. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Try the four dealers in the Detroit area; Detroit Hummer, Novi Hummer, Suburban Hummer, Friendly Hummer, most have quite a large inventory of H3s. They are also willing to accept GMID, GM Supplier and GM employee plans, since this area is filled with GM employees.

Another area that might work is Buffalo since GM has a large facility in Tonawanda.

[Marc H3]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by f5fstop:
Another area that might work is Buffalo since GM has a large facility in Tonawanda. </div></BLOCKQUOTE><span class="ev_code_blue">Buffalo Hummer a great place to buy if you are in NY area ... tell them Marc sent you!http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

BTW: f5fstop is correct... for those that don't know it we are the only facility (GM Powertrain Tonawanda) that makes the I-5 for our H3's. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif</span>

[GaryW]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
Congrats Gary and welcome. Post some pics when you get a chance. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

will do

[GaryW]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
Congrats Gary and welcome. Post some pics when you get a chance. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Nnone of the H3's come from the factory with embroidery. Nor yellow gauges. Those are dealer add on's and the salesman doesnt know ..... from a hole in the ground...

Gary
Enjoying my H3!!!!!

[usetosellhummer]

naa man it's part of the Lux2 package, it also includes a color match ashtray http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[IS300_TRD]

hey HummerGuy

I live in Dallas and in the market for one. I think I have the SVPP through my company which is not GM. Do you know if any Dallas dealerships will take it?

[HummerNewbie]

Pretty sure his dealership will http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[BosH3Guy]

Hello Everyone,
I just purchased a Boulder Grey H3 with my GMID...Like Gary, I was the first one the dealer I went to accepted here in the Boston area. I checked around with every dealership within 100 miles of here. Saved $3300 on the sale so it was definitely worth doing the "homework".

[Marc H3]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by BosH3Guy:
Hello Everyone,
I just purchased a Boulder Grey H3 with my GMID...Like Gary, ... I checked around with every dealership within 100 miles of here. Saved $3300 on the sale so it was definitely worth doing the "homework". </div></BLOCKQUOTE>http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2005-1/940407/hellospin.gif
<span class="ev_code_blue">Welcome to the H3 family! You picked a great color http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif Hope that you will enjoy yours as much as we do ours! Great to read up and know how to get your best deal.

SHOP around a lot... that is the key to getting your best price! </span>

[H3ProspectKy]

Congrats Gary. I tried to use my GMID at Bachman in Louisville and the Finance Director said "no way, we don't accept those". I wasn't up for arguing to try to spend my $39,000, so I got my $1000 deposit back and have ordered my Boulder Grey Lux from Lynch Hummer in St. Louis (about 300 miles). Lynch has been great, Mr. Lynch himself even emailed me saying, to look him up when I arrive and he'll take us out on the trails out back. Good luck and enjoy your new ride.

[GaryW]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H3ProspectKy:
Congrats Gary. I tried to use my GMID at Bachman in Louisville and the Finance Director said "no way, we don't accept those". I wasn't up for arguing to try to spend my $39,000, so I got my $1000 deposit back and have ordered my Boulder Grey Lux from Lynch Hummer in St. Louis (about 300 miles). Lynch has been great, Mr. Lynch himself even emailed me saying, to look him up when I arrive and he'll take us out on the trails out back. Good luck and enjoy your new ride. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

When did Bachman tell you no? It was just about 2 wks ago that they agreed to take mine. ..but St. Louis isn't far when you are saving $$$. Enjoy your H3.

[H3ProspectKy]

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


When did Bachman tell you no? It was just about 2 wks ago that they agreed to take mine. ..but St. Louis isn't far when you are saving $$$. Enjoy your H3. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

They told me no on 06/27, other than that they were great, nice people, especially the salesman, Paul Taylor. I felt bad for him, so sent him a thank you with $50 in it. I ordered my H3 the next day, on 06/28 with Lynch Hummer.

[H3ProspectKy]

Okay, here's my deal using GMID at LYNCH HUMMER (picking up my new ride on Thurs, 08/18).....H3 Boulder Grey/Ebony Leather/Lux Series/Auto Tran/Sunroof/Chrome Appear/Chrome Wheels/Chrome Tubular Steps/XM Satellite Radio/Roof Marker Lights

MSRP...$38,280.00
GMID... - 3,428.26
TOTAL..$34,851.74

Besides the great price, I have had the pleasure of dealing with the professional and accomodating staff of Lynch (who actually return your calls and follow through with requests...who knew???). I have read about a lot of bad experiences with dealerships, you WON'T find that @ Lynch, definitely worth the trip. I couldn't be happier! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[cmeinck]

Was this a "long distance" purchase or do you live in Missouri.

Congratulations and good luck!

[H3ProspectKy]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by cmeinck:
Was this a "long distance" purchase or do you live in Missouri.

Congratulations and good luck! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thanks, I live & work in NYC and have a home in Prospect(Louisville) which is where I'm going to keep the H3. Flying from NYC to St. Louis, driving 300 miles to Prospect and play for a few days, then fly back to New York.

[H3ProspectKy]

As a footnote, using the GMID at Lynch was painless, I didn't have to explain what it was, beg, or plead for them to honor it. I just told them that I was interested in purchasing an H3 and asked if they accept the GMID and the answer was simply, "yes we do". So I proceeded to place my order and my H3 was delivered to the dealership in 5 1/2 weeks (with the 2 week vacation shutdown during that period). It was really quick and definitely worth the $3600+ that I saved (incl. the 6% in tax). I have worked mainly with Dale, but when he was off, Howard was able to take care of me. Since they are salaried and not commission, they all work together (hmmm...what a concept). I have to say it has been the easiest and most pleasant buying experience I've EVER had, by far.