Chevy/GMC Suburban as daily drive

[arm3000gt]

Hi just registered with the forum.

I currently drive a ford explorer, and now I've spend ££ and fixed everything on it I fancy a change (as is the way). I'm looking at my options for my first proper american vehicle. I like dodge rams but a pickup in reality is not as practical in my view as a suburban. I'm looking at 90s versions with petrol engines.
I have no real need for such a vehicle, I just fancy something different. I only tow a smallish caravan to drag racing a few times a year, which is ok in the explorer. I only need the extra space when collecting wood etc a couple of times a year, which I can do with the explorer and small trailer.
Anyone use one as their daily drive? How do they cope with our 'silky smooth' roads? Is parking really that much of an issue if your willing to walk a few extra yards? I would just like to know general day to day issues.

Thanks Andy

[arm3000gt]

Thanks for your reply, there isn't many posts on uk forums about suburban ownership. But almost everyone seems to agree with what you have said. I only do 8000 or less a year depending on work commitments so fuel economy is not that much of an issue for me. Can I ask why you sold yours and for what sort of price?

[arm3000gt]

Thanks for your reply. Hopefully others will post their experiences also.

[arm3000gt]

Thanks for you reply hedgefinder.
I was hoping to find a k2500 with 5.7 but they appear to be very rare in the uk so will probably end up with a k1500 I did look at the tahoe but they seem as expensive if not more than the suburban. The 10th gen suburbans seem to carry a much higher price which is out of my budget and what i can justify spending.
I've read about the 4x4 switch issues so would definitely check all was working properly.

[arm3000gt]

I'd prefer the newer suburban, more power, better economy but too much money.
I guess Tahoes don't sell very easily because they tend to be priced the same as suburbans. Not many people need a huge suv and those that want one given the choice, are not going to go for the smaller version for the same price. There is one on autotrader that has been for sale for near a year.

Great pictures, must be great driving around with that set-up so much nicer than the standard daf type car hauler. Then on the weekend un-hitch and take the family somewhere.

Edited by arm3000gt on Sunday 13th July 12:43

[arm3000gt]

Thanks for you input Matt, I like your other cars too mustang is on my wanted list also.

[arm3000gt]

That looks massive in that street, bet the neighbours love it. No different to parking to a normal modern van though. My works Movano needs two spaces and has the turning circle of a small oil tanker.