A 20 Year Old Escalade Is The Best Luxury SUV You Can Buy. Period. (Long Term Update)
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Regardless of what anyone says about Toyotas, Lexus or whatever 20 year old luxury SUV. No SUV has had the reputation this Escalade has. Every rapper, football/basketball player or famous celebrity had this SUV. It was featured in probably every rap video in those days. It's on its way to being a true American classic.
Yes. True American Classic in every ghetto black community.
Facts!!! They are so beautiful my husband wants to buy me one for my first vehicle. We have bought trucks together but I've never had my own that I drive every day yah no. I'm just nervous with gas prices. But I'm not knowledgeable when it comes to car so I have no idea what to look for lol
@@Cassiemikalunas gets 14mpg on highway 12 in the city i own a 2002 6.0 awd model and i love it
Yeah, classic, cliché, whatever….
I just got a 2003 6.0 v8 and it gets 9.5 mpg average, the check engine came on for the Mass Airflow Sensor but then it went away on its own, how can i improve my gas mileage? Along with replacing that sensor if needed
GMT800 was one of the best platforms every built. You still see the trucks, SUVs, and Avalanches everywhere. I’m a Ford guy and will give it to GM. They build great trucks.
I have an 06 chevy 1500 and I love it to deaf even as Ford guy, chevy had the better trucks in that era
They use to
Why would they change the GMT800....Why would anyone change the styeling from 2000's....I will rant but I will stop myself. By the way I also agree it was the best platforms to ever come out. But why if it aint broke then why fix it. If it is because of "safety" I am gonna flip out for real. And by the way 2003 Cadillac Escalade was one of the best SUV's to ever come out it is such a 2000's iconic SUV.
My vortex engine on my 02 Escalade,is goin on to 260K miles with just minor routine repairs..
They used to build good trucks
"House real big, cars real big, belly real big everything real big!"
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You're not wrong. No one else does SUV's better than America, particularly GM (the best were made between 1995 - 2010, when the seats were super comfortable. The GMT-400 and GMT-800 based SUV's are also extremely reliable in addition to being comfortable.
I've been daily driving an 05 escalade for 8 months now and its surprisingly satisfying to drive. Everything but the fuel economy is just fantastic. If you don't drive a lot of miles and can fix minor things yourself this is the best bang for the buck luxury platform you can get your hands on.
You couldn't have said it any better
It uses a lot of gas? How much does it take to fill up? And how long does the gas last u?
You basically listed all the reasons I love my '08 Chevy Trailblazer. I could easily buy a brand new Lexus or AMG, but the Trailblazer is just what I like! It's super comfy, EVERYTHING works on it, it's quiet, REAL 4x4 with a locker (G80), super smooth, has everything I want without being overloaded with tech everything, and is equally comfortable driving across 3 states as it is popping down to the store for some groceries! I'd love to see an old Trailblazer (with 4x4 and the G80) on some of your offroad tests! I'm pretty sure the chassis is more capable than the front bumper!
Didn't the Trailblazers have AC problems?
GM just makes great platforms , I actually own 2 2004.5 LLY duramax chevy silverados 1 has 309k and 1 has 105k everything still works and I pull down 22+ mpg , can't beat that for a 3/4 ton pick up !
The GMT360 was a great platform, and the Atlas 6 is legendary. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying your TrailBlazer.
I’m am the proud owner of an 06 gmc envoy slt that is about to hit the 190k mark and it’s been a true pleasure owning it. I aspire to own an 06 Escalade esv in black or what ever color I am fortunate to come across when the time is right 😊
@@Pandaman69X0xo 230k on my Trailblazer now and still ticking like a clock!
I have an 03 Escalade, it has 400,000 miles and its still my every day driver. Of course ive had to do some work but the original 6.0 motor and transmission is still going strong. I love my Escalade, best vehicle ive ever owned
Wow thats amazing ! Do you baby it with that kind of mileage ?
Really?400k
I have an 02 ext and it's got 296,000 and it's still strong.
If only the new ones were this reliable. What work have you had to do to it?
I have a 2011 gmc sierra sitting at 220 some and smooth as butter
Great review. Much respect Tommy. Got a white 06 with 24’s for nine years now. No issues, drives great and absolutely love it to this day. Don’t need new crazy expensive trucks, SUV’s. If it ain’t broke don’t fix or upgrade.
I have a friend who has a 2005 for 12 years. He changes is oil regularly & has no issues.
I used to have an 04 Escalade EXT and I’ll tell you that I seriously miss that rig. Yes it’s the one that was designed after the Chevy Avalanche but it was much better looking and it had all of the same luxuries as demonstrated in this video plus some additional versatility to it. That 6.0 V8 was an absolute gem of an engine as well. You go into one of these expecting fuel economy then you’re obviously not looking for an suv but it definitely shines everywhere else.
I did the exact same thing - bought an 04 Escalade, pearl white from the estate of an old guy who recently passed and the thing is practically brand new! 67k miles! Had it for a couple years now and I love it. Completely reliable. The transmissions aren’t the greatest and that might go on me during my time with it. But for the money I paid, a rebuilt or new transmission isn’t going to bother me a bit. Great trucks if you can see past the old school “bling” factor.
Exactly why I am still in my 97 Yukon since new w/166k mi - best unit I've ever had
03-06 GMT800s have the absolute best seats ever put in a vehicle hands down. I just love American excess. Is it as “nice” as a Benz? No. But it’s *GIRTHY* and plushy
I have a minty 2006 GMC yukon SLT 4x4 and it has been great! I do take it off road and it now has 140K miles. It came with BOSE and I upgraded the amp to the LUX Y91 out of a 2005 Escalade Platinum and at the same time I installed the touch screen navigation radio. Yes, it's outdated but it's cool and it does sound real good.
I have the same truck, same Color and year. it has been great. It now has over 300k on it and pulls my enclosed car hauler loaded with no issues.
My article on the 03 Escalade on Hotcars highlights why Tommy is right. It really is so good . That 6.0 is indestructible! It had flat top pistons for higher compression than the other LQ4 6.0’s and beefier connecting rods
I bought an 02 Escalade new and thought I was having a mid life crisis. The thing drove the best of any vehicle that I ever owned. Comfort, performance, reliability, enough tech to be nice, but not over the top. I bought an 07 Tahoe expecting it to be very similar and was not even close. I miss it still even with gas prices now.
Bring the good ol times back I was just graduating high school
The GMT800 platform is already 20 years old yet still the most iconic GM platform, and one of the most iconic truck/SUV platforms in general.
Watching this after putting another 600 miles on my 09 Yukon Denali XL. Nothing beats it for long drives through flyover country.
Just bought a 2005 one owner Escalade a couple months ago ,after I wrecked my 05 Silverado that had almost 300 k on it, never had any problems with the engine except for a water pump and radiator, 6L is hard to beat.
You can spend a little more on gas or spend it on repairs, I’ll go with spending more on gas.
I’m impressed with all the bells and whistles this vehicle had back in ‘05, the rear ac is fantastic.
You failed to mentioned that it comes with a tow package…you can zoom down the highway doing 75 mph with your Rv trailer in complete comfort!
Don't go so fast if You are towing a RV trailer. It is dangerous. Repent and believe in the gospel of Jesus the Son of God, the Messiah.
Man just that center console is bigger than some cars whole interior 😂
One of the most reliable cars i own hands down. You guys should've kept it for road trips. I have 240k on my 6.0l and still runs smooth with no oil leaks.
I think you hit this right on the head. An Escalade is just one of those well known vehicles worldwide and for good reason. My dream car is actually a 2004 Escalade in that bright blue color like every rapper or basketball player had. They look sharp on the outside, the interior is unmatched to any other SUV in luxury and comfort and all around this generation Escalade is just great. Sadly I've never got to sit in one or drive one but I have driven a GMC Denali about this model year so I got a good idea what an Escalade would be like and I have wanted one pretty much my whole life. Thank you for this in depth review of it.
I really miss my 2002 GMC Yukon XL with barn doors!
We owned an 06 Yukon XL, a 2012 Yukon and now a 2014 Escalade ESV. Excellent quality.
I got a 03 Escalade Ext just I replaced the front end steering, inner/outer tie rods pitman/idler arm , Axles upper control arm with upgraded ball joints and moog hubs
That GM leather seat is like a lazboy couch for you and even back in 2002 they were still comfortable and that’s a prime example
I miss the comfortable GM seats of the late '90's-early 2000's, designed for driving many hours on the road. The seats in the new GM trucks might as well be concrete.
Definitely agree with that. The seats in my friend's 04 Tahoe are way more comfortable than the seats in my other friend's 11' Yukon
my 07 new body silverado is super comfortable to me but the newer 14 to 18 trucks have hard seats and dont start with the brand new trucks.
You are absolutely right. I’m going to get one just for those seats. I have a 2016 fully loaded 4 x 4 platinum Escalade I love it but it does have a firm European field to it.
Sweet. I'd love to find a well kept Escalade EXT.
I own a 2003 yukon with the 5.3 but for that year it’s amazing
Agreed 03-06 Escalades and denalis were some of the best SUV’s ever made especially 05,06 with the touch screen nav system
It's crazy that you can buy an almost 700HP Escalade now 20 years later...
Any 99-07 gm truck platform is amazing
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Man ive been looking everywhere to buy a 2nd gen escalade, it’s so hard but 1 day ill have it
That are hard to find in good condition. It took me about six months.
Love these cars! My family had one growing up. It was over 10 years old when we got it. It was my grandmas baby before she passed. After we had it for a while it went to my cousin and it got him through college. It’s still running and in the family.
You will have electrical issues. There will be some things that pop up, but if you can afford to fix them and do the proper maintenance they’ll just keep going.
Sooo... Not sure if yours aren't working or what... but there is for sure bolstering. It's even adjustable. It can literally squeeze you as much as you want it to. . . and remember it, amongst 12 other ways, for 2 drivers... along with mirrors, pedals, courtesy settings, etc. Also, the most desirable ones are 04-06, though all 800's are great. But there are little bits and bobs that get better at those years over the early ones. Better things and more things as well, more amenities. The nav system did become touch screen on the next model, the following year forward would get that one. Annd, worth mentioning... you need to EQ your music to get good sound from the BOSE system, but it can be really really good... even the built in sub. Same with the tahoes and suburbans/yukons, etc... Even just using an android device with software eq, patched into the factory system, you can get some really respectable rumbles out of the thing... as well as really isolating the mids and highs to whatever levels you desire. There are dedicated tweeters, mids, and lows... it's a full component system.
Also also... having the air shocks working is good, but having the actual magride / valve actuated ride control deal working, really makes a big difference. Most are converted to poo poo Monroe shocks up front by now, often out back too.
THE ESCALADE IS THE REAL DEAL
I just bought a first generation Navigator for some of the same reasons that you are praising the Escalade, which was also on my list of possibles. I put 2,300 miles on it in 3 days driving it to Alaska from Seattle. It begins its new life this month replacing a Ram 1500 for boat towing duty. Less than 100k miles on it, so it should be good for decades of duty at 1,000 miles or less per year.
There is a reason Tim Mcgraw drives one. Yes, you heard that right. He has, I think, a 2004 or 2005? It's the second gen for sure and he loves it! I have a 2006 ESV and I drive my kids in it everywhere. I love it so much I just put a new fresh coat of paint on it since the clear coat was fading in certain spots. These trucks were 60K back then and GM made sure everything was quality at the time.
Re-post from the "over land" video......
Yes these are beasts of a truck. I have a 2008 Escalade EXT which is the pick up or "Avalanche" version and I have owned it since 2012, bought as a certified pre-owned with 30,000 miles. It currently has just over 100K miles. My truck has the 6.2 with 408 stock HP and all wheel drive. I don't take it off road but I do pull a large travel trailer and an even bigger boat. I have a 35+ foot boat with multiple engines that weighs in at over 10,000 pounds, add 2500 pounds trailer included. I love the look of people at the boat ramp at low tide when they see the massive boat I'm about the pull out of a steep wet boat ramp. They say "you aren't pulling that boat out with that truck"! Most boaters think you need a 3500 dually diesel 4X4 to pull anything bigger than a 22 footer. My Escalade pulls the boat out like it's not even there. The key is having the boat set right on the trailer so you have just the right amount of weight on the hitch. The weight of the 6.2 on the front wheels and the "stabilitrack" will do the rest for you. Lightly feather the gas peddle and up she goes.
My 02 Escalade powers along with a 6.0 awd can’t go wrong getting one
Watching from the comfort of my 04 EXT.
You nailed it buddy, I've got the same truck only difference is mine is an 04 but it a beast.
There is another one of these in my garage vs my own 2020 Esv… always thought he should have upgraded, but did not know it is that reliable
Best SUV I've ever owned, better than the Range Rover, Jeep or Nissan SUVs I had. I've owned a few of them and actually currently in the market on getting another 2nd Gen to add to my collection. Great video.
Definitely the best SUV especially the 2nd generation this one is a classic it will never go out of style or lose value
Impressive. The Entune in my 2016 Camry SE I bought new stopped working after 6 years at around 185k miles. So much for Toyota quality!!
Currently in a low mile 05 Tahoe and even though I'd love the escalade after spending time in several as a kid I just can't get rid of a gmt800 till they really go and they just keep running! I smile when friends with new trucks call mine a beater when theirs will end up in a shop being new sooner than me driving years without a trip to the shop at all in a 20 yo truck 😂
Automotive Nostalgia 👍🏼👍🏼 Thanks for the vids ✌😎
You have mentioned a strange smell on this vehicle a few times in the videos. TFL should buy themselves a OZone generator for all of their fleet vehicles. A night of pumping in Ozone would kill the odors in vehicles without perfuming up the smell. As many vehicles as you go through it would be a wise investment for you to own.
I don't really like all the plastic cladding and the giant square headlights, but I very much like the engine and the GMT800 platform. Similar year Denali would better suit my taste.
Bought an 02 Escalade in 2020 from on old guy and it was by far the best vehicle I ever owned and the parking sensors worked too. Rode like a yacht beast. Stick with GMT 800s.
I might be getting a 99 Denali for $800, just needs exhaust work.
Coming from a German car enjoyer, the GMT800 is one of if not the best GM truck platform they came out with. No I can't stand how hideous the interior is, but the seats are like sitting in just the biggest recliner you could throw in a truck. Don't need no bolsters cause I just want my living room on wheels lol. Also these things hold up really well no doubt.
The GMT400 and GMT800s had the absolute best seats (cloth or leather, doesn't matter both are amazing) any American manufacturer has made within the last 30 years. Change my mind, I bet you can't
Bonus, the later gmt800 wheel, like 03-06/07(depending on the model) was one of the most comfortable to hold for hours on end
It’s the exact same 6.0 as all others, but with flat top pistons giving it 10.1:1 compression. Same heads (317 casting). Same cam, etc.
Same cam as the LQ4? You sure?
@@kevin9c1 100% sure as long as it’s an 01+ LQ4 with aluminum heads. The early LQ4 (99/00) with iron heads and a longer crank used a different, smaller cam.
They're basically the Corvette motor of the era.
I've ALWAYS loved those escaladea the design is BEAUTIFUL 😍 I want to get one but I have so many cars
Love it. You guys inspired me to go find a big one
Honestly, those SUVs are the best ones ever made. Tahoe suburban avalanche It doesn't matter, I mean anything with the third generation. Small block and a 4060 should be great for a long time. I mean if they came manual which they never did in the SUVs it would be even better. Imagine a manual swap Tahoe two-door OBS with a LS engine
Bro I'm cheesing imagining that build. There's plenty of people out there with enough money how do we get the word out
I do enjoy your channel. I do however find it hilarious that you tube has placed Jaguar advert's at the beginning and throughout your videos. As a mechanic the amount of problems the diesel and the electric versions have unbelievable. I don't work on electric cars , someone who does and works at a dealership reliably informs me that learning brain surgery would be easier. As for the 2.0 ingen diesel...I will never be out of work , although if it's more than 7 or 8 years old the rising repair costs are no longer economical to private owners.
Still keep going , great reviews and fantastic scenery 👍👍👍👍
Why doesn't this one have the ventilated seats, it looks like it has the seat ventilation holes, and it doesn't have the heated and cooled cup holders either
Nathan in a waterbed ...funny analogy.
I have a 2003 Escalade ESV 228,000 miles. Runs strong. I love it! IF I purchase another Escalade in the future, an early 2015 will be my choice.
Thanks for this video!👍👍
I have a 2004. I love it. And. 6.0 engine.
Nathan on a waterbed is a picture I will not soon forget.
At 5 to $6/gal going to impact resale prices. Great review.
The gmt800 platform was the best what you could get you get everything you want and everything you don’t want.
Hilarious. I seem to buy the same cars you guys buy as well. I had a Touareg and sold it. I recently bought a 2005 Escalade
I had a 2005 Tahoe that I loved. It ran great but 16 New England winters rusted it out. Engine was strong and drove great but the rust killed it. I would have driven it forever.
I like this Guy! And he’s right!!
I have an '05 Escalade EXT. Bought used with 54k on it, now 148k. I've replaced water pump twice, brake lines, many sets of pads and rotors, power steering pump, replaced air shocks with standard shocks after air pump failed twice. Now, CD player doesn't work, 6-CD player seems to function, but no sound comes from it, driver's side heated seat comes on by itself repeatedly, had to have all the blend doors replaced with labor which was a $2,000 job! So, mechanically, it's been great, but it's at the point now where all this other stuff is failing and it's become a financial drain... oh, and rocker panel rust on both sides is getting worse every year.
I have the same year with exactly the same issues you mentioned. My drivers side heated seats only act up after heavy rain. The other stuff I deal with when I have to. Every year I keep saying "next year I going to upgrade " ,but to be honest, I still love driving it. Bought it with 50,000 miles, 14 years ago and have 170,000 on it now. My goal was to hit 200,000. We'll see!
@@thatotherguy1 got rid of mine almost a year ago since it would not pass PA state inspection. They wanted over $4,000 to fix rust in rear frame, replace rear bumper and supports, etc., etc., I finally had enough and sold it for $4,000. Too many other niggling problems that were pissing me off every time I drove it, too, so I'm glad to see it go. I do miss it though, that is - I miss the vehicle it once was....
I got a 01 Chevy suburban Z71 rides great
That thing still looks good after all these years
One thing jumped out at me. The way the arm rest opens. My last couple vehicles they open at the back which makes it pretty awkward when driving to access things in the cubby.
Not sure why the switch. But put it back to side opening lol
Also
The Nathan on a waterbed reference was TMI😂
What year is this one? Thinking of getting one myself
I hate SUV's here in Germany, I'm driving a Cadillac seville and it's so low, you cant see the road with all those SUV's in front of you. I never wanted to be one of those rediculous people driving SUV's. But now, I could get an 2005 Escalade for only 6000€ in good condition. Maybe I should really go for it :)
The GMT800 is in my opinion the best most reliable GM truck platform to date. The GMT900 isn’t bad either, but GM was going through bankruptcy during those years and interior quality was a bit subpar.
How does Tommy know how Natham handles on a waterbed? These are the questions that we need answers to. 🤣
Who did GM employ around 2004 that changed the way people saw their brands? They used to be reliable. Now? Hm 😐
Its nice, but really old looking. I would go for an 07 Escalade or Navigator. They are typically 12k for the escalade and 10K for a Navigator.
I love those cars 😊
Nice video Tommy.
I have an 04’ escalade with 230k on it and a 2014 escalade platinum with 60k on it and ill sell my 14’ before my 04’
GMT800.... Best truck/SUV/van ever made imo
I smoked so many blunts in one of these back in high school
👆👮 get him officer 😂
Is this one from before the quality of the 2nd Gen went down?
Ohh, a 17 minute ad!
Would 100% buy if I needed another SUV...
Not only "America" but I'm 6'2 and bolstering in most cars gives me a bad back after driving 3+ hours.
Still daily drive my 2002 6.0 AWD. 200k
Older escalade was better made back then and would outlast this newer ones
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He was definitely about to say 40 oz instead of big gulp
Does anybody remember when 50 Cent put Lamborghini doors on an Escalade?
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Best suv ever made
No highs no lows must be Bose 😂😂😂☠️
Spot on!!
I have one! Yay!!! ❤
Awesome machine 👏