2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Consumer Discussions

Chevy TrailBlazer Suspension

• 2006 Chevy Trailblazer problems

  Written by: jworek on Jan 6, 2012 9:11:03 PM

  I've had this car for almost 2 years and have had nothing but problems. First the ignition switch had to be replaced, then the alternator. Now fuel gauge no longer works, when attempting to fill up with gas the pump constantly stops as if the tank is full when it is not. It acts like something is blocking the fuel from going in. I also have issues with the Stabilitrak lights ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Electrical Problems

• SAME ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AT WITS END

  Written by: mccombs619 on Jan 4, 2012 9:26:37 PM

  I HAVE MANY OF THE SAME PROBLEMS ON MY 2006 TRAILBLAZER HAVE HAD DEALER REPLACE SO MANY THINGS I HAVE A BRAND NEW VEHICAL THAT DOES NOT RUN. ALL STARTED WITH WHEN MY ECM WENT OUT THE ONE THAT NEVER GOES OUT IT THROWS SO MANY CODES THAT THE DEALER TELLS ME HE DONT KNOW WHERE TO START. SAME PROBLEMS WITH LIGHTS. I WAS SHOWN A BULLETIN AND TOLD IT WAS ... Read More

• Electrical problems?

  Written by: alessandra1 on Dec 7, 2011 6:25:36 AM

  Anyone aware of any electrical problems with the 2006 chevy trailblazer? I just replaced the battery 3 weeks ago because it would not start/crank/anything. This morning... same thing again! So frustrating. It ran without any problems yesterday, and all of the sudden, nothing. I can't have a non-reliable car... next time this happens, I'm selling it and buying a German car like I should have... all along...

Chevy TrailBlazer Headlight Questions

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer headlights [vskardainreno]

  Written by: frstar on Nov 16, 2011 3:41:37 PM

  As the previous messaged indicated, the relays are in the fuse box under the hood. I got my relpacement at a chevy dealer, just under $40. Very easy to replace...

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Electrical Problems

• Terror

  Written by: tblazer2 on Nov 16, 2011 10:43:06 AM

  I have a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer. When I am driving the headlights just shut off. It is very scarry because I have a newborn and a 2 year old in the car with me. Chevy should recall this vehicle before anyone gets killed. Also the gas guague show Empty all the time even when it is completly full. And I just spent $800 to have a water pump changed. This is ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [christiana1223]

  Written by: gmcustsvcsarah on Nov 15, 2011 11:54:08 AM

  Christiana1223 (and staceyrowand), I've read your post(s) and am very sorry to hear about this situation. If you're interested, we can further investigate this and hopefully help you work with your dealership towards resolving this concern. Please email us your name/username, contact information, the last 8 digits in your VIN, and your involved dealership. Thank you, Sarah GM Customer Service

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [staceyrowand]

  Written by: christiana1223 on Nov 14, 2011 10:15:34 PM

  hi we are having the same exact issue the car will be fine and bam it will just shut off everything will be off the radio everything .. we took it to a machanic and they said they had no idea what was wrong .. do you have an idea ? this is super dangerous especially since we have a newborn baby in the car and this has happened on the ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [staceyrowand]

  Written by: frzdawn on Oct 20, 2011 8:01:13 AM

  i understand what you mean i have a chevy 04 and since i had this car it has had many problems at one time i did take it in for a oil change and i was there for hours because the computer died i have replaced almost every part in this truck will never get another whole truck should be recalled .....

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [mayab]

  Written by: staceyrowand on Oct 20, 2011 7:39:42 AM

  I have had Chevy Trailblazer problems from day one also. Its pretty sad when you can call a CHEVY DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT and tell them you have a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer and they can tell you what you are experiencing before you tell them!! The fuel gauge had to be fixed and we only get $138 for reimbursement? Really because while it was there they also had to replace the computer ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Speedometer

• 2006 chevy trailblazer

  Written by: cheby59 on Aug 22, 2011 2:17:52 PM

  Gas guage issue, when tank is full gas guage goes crazy, at first it would go from full to 1/2 tank, now it just stays on empty, whith the engine light, illuminating after it detects that my tank,is empty, also my lights at night seem to flicker, while driving, and so dose my instrument cluster. when at a stop all is well, just replaced the alt. still same issue,called chevy in ... Read More

• Chevy Trailblazer Instrument Cluster gone crazy!!

  Written by: amyfaj on Jul 18, 2011 9:31:19 AM

  I have a 2005 Chevy Trail blazer that I bought in 2006. It did have high miles when I bought it (64k). Soon after the gas gauge went crazy. Then a few months later the speedometer went out. Now my RPM gauge is not working and I think the thermostat gauge is next. I have contacted several dealers in the area only to get prices. Each time the dealership knows exactly ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Electrical Problems

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [untrailblazer]

  Written by: untrailblazer on Jan 11, 2011 12:27:58 PM

  Just received a phone call from my brother... he tells me that the power seats are drawling lots of power. I looked online to see if anyone else was having the same problem and I did find others. I told him that someone cleaned the power seat switches with contact cleaner and the battery stopped draining. Lets see if that helps with the draining battery problem!

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [mayab]

  Written by: untrailblazer on Jan 11, 2011 5:32:05 AM

  My Trailblazer brings me to tears almost every week. I bought mine 2004 new and had problems from that day on. I have called Chevy many times to complain and get a lemon law passed to fix all the problems. Why should I pay $39,000.00 for a vehicle and then turn around to spend more money to fix it. I'm glad my brother is a mechanic so the labor is free ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [mayab]

  Written by: malibukp on Jan 6, 2011 5:08:05 PM

  We have FINALLY resolved our problem (cross our fingers) after 3 years of exactly what you just described. We had to unhook our battery every nite just to ensure the car would work the next day! I could go on forever. This is how we fixed it. As you know, you have to think outside the box. My husband started thinking about how the car is run by a master computer. ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [pin06]

  Written by: snackcak on Aug 15, 2010 8:58:13 AM

  I had same issue with 2006 trailblazer not starting.pulled up the driverside floor sill and found several wires melted as they wore thru from getting in and out of truck.after connecting new wires and placing them under the sill no problems

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning

• 2006 Chevy Trailblazer, ac will not cool after replacing battery

  Written by: scott198 on Jul 11, 2010 3:18:52 AM

  Hello, I have a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer, I replaced the battery and now the AC will not blow cool air. I checked all the fuses is there something that I am missing? The Air is blowing, and when I push the AC button it lights up, but no cool air. Any Ideals Thanks Scott

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Electrical Problems

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [supern8inak]

  Written by: pin06 on Jun 27, 2010 7:39:30 AM

  I am having a similar issue with my 2006 Chevy Trailblazer. I was driving yesterday and hit a bump in road. The car signaled to "Service Stabilitrak." As I continued to drive, less than 1/4 mile, power started to cut off to several parts of the car. The radio and a/c turned off and I could no longer get readings on my gauges. I stopped at the stop sign and it ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Power Window Problems

• window issue

  Written by: mstiff79 on Apr 29, 2010 7:50:18 AM

  I have a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer. I have had the car for 3 years and have never had any issues until now. When I roll my windows down from the driver side controller the windows come right back up. I have to actually hold the button down for the window to stay down. Its a pain at the drive thru!!!

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Electrical Problems

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [nutrinoman]

  Written by: supern8inak on Feb 17, 2010 2:54:45 PM

  Okay, in regards to the electrical burning part. I was informed this morning that my Electronic Brake Control Module or EBCM shorted out and caught on fire. I was also informed "You're very luck sir because the fuel line runs about 4 inches below the EBCM and that could have burned your house down." I was told to file a claim with my insurance company since this was not a mechanical ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [burdawg]

  Written by: nutrinoman on Feb 17, 2010 9:28:47 AM

  I also had to replace the camshaft position sensor which is a small device with a short wire that sits on the top of the motor. This is not active when the car is off. The only burn problem I have had is the small wire harness inside the headlights. It actually burned off the bakalite connector.I don't know when this happened as I discovered it when replacing a "failed" headlight ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short [supern8inak]

  Written by: burdawg on Feb 17, 2010 8:08:04 AM

  What exactly was burned? The electrical harness? Or something else?

• 2006 Chevy Trailblazer Electrical Short

  Written by: supern8inak on Feb 16, 2010 1:07:22 PM

  Monday the 15th started real sour for me. I've recently gone over 70K miles in my 06' Trailblazer Ext. Around 5 or 6 months ago I had it in the shop what I recall was a crankshaft sensor that went out. Everything has been riding just fine on the vehicle. We did take about 100 mile drive on Saturday and it sat in the garage all day Sunday and overnight. Monday ... Read More

• 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LS problems

  Written by: seah1018 on Jun 2, 2009 10:35:25 AM

  I have a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer EXT LS with 65000 miles on it. The car has recently started acting up electrically, I think. When ever I turn on the air conditioner a set of warning lights comes on and the dash starts beeping. The lights that come on are the emergency brake light, the ABS, the Traction control and the 4 wheel drive train, the air conditioner will not blow except ... Read More

Chevy TrailBlazer Transmission Problems

• 2002 Trailblazer

  Written by: elijesse on Oct 5, 2009 11:17:38 PM

  I bought my 2002 TB in 2004, just out of warranty, I have driven only Honda's, usually getting 250-300K before trading. Not sure what possessed me to buy a GM product, but I did, and since the day I drove her off the lot, I spent money, on average, $ 500-600 every 3-4 months just to keep the darn thing on the road. Never mind that I paid almost 18K list ... Read More

Buick Rainier, Chevy TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy

• Re: 2006 Buick Rainer [drewmich]

  Written by: cbwilsha on Jul 1, 2009 4:32:29 PM

  If you are still under warranty, any GM Dealer will take care of it for free. It is a common problem for GMC Envoy/Chevy Trailblazer/Buick Rainier, etc. C.B.

Chevy TrailBlazer Towing

• Trailblazer Towing a Mustang

  Written by: mmbga93 on Jun 12, 2009 5:12:56 PM

  I am in the military and will be changing bases going from the St. Louis, Missouri area to Colorado Springs, Colorado. I plan on pulling my 1999 Ford Mustang with my 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 4X4. I was just wondering if this was a good idea or not? I am concerned that my Mustang will be too heavy and will do damage to my Trailblazer. Are my concerns justified?

TrailBlazer Spare Key Needed

• Cost for OnStar....

  Written by: kyman43 on May 26, 2009 1:57:29 AM

  I just purchased a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer EXT LT,and have put almost 5,000 miles on it since 5/14/09 and 5/23/09... Leaving from Bowling Green KY home of the Corvette Plant and Museum... Across and up to, 15 different states going to the Grand Canyon AZ, Las Vegas NV,Hoover Dam,Yellowstone National Park Wyoming, also one other main area before the Grand Canyon Memphis TN Elvis's Graceland... And like I previously stated in ... Read More

Chevy TrailBlazer Transmission Problems

• Re: 04-05 Transmission Problems? [57chevrolet]

  Written by: football1 on Aug 27, 2008 4:10:38 AM

  Don't do it, I have a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer and I just started having problems with my transmission. It shifts but jerks real hard when it does. Normally it does'nt start the jerking until I have driven it for a while. It's like once it warms up it starts jerking when pulling out from a stop sign, red light etc; We called the dealership yesterday eveing to see if we could ... Read More

• 06 Chevy Trailblazer with NO 4WD or Auto

  Written by: hatetrailblazr on Jan 26, 2009 4:14:09 PM

  I have a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer - bought it brand new. Has 44,000 miles (JUST over the warrenty) and I CANNOT get the car to go into ANY 4 wheel drive. Not hi, not lo, not auto. PLUS my gas level needle just quit working today! My trailblazer is a piece of junk! this is only the latest problems. Anyone else have problems with the 4 wheel drive not working?? I ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Real World MPG

• Towing and mpg

  Written by: bandjw01 on Jan 17, 2009 7:45:24 AM

  We had a 2008 Uplander which on a few trips to the Gulf Coast got 18MPG pulling our motorcycle trailer. We had a 27 foot motor home which we didn't use much due to getting only 8-9 MPG. We sold our RV and bought the smallest toy hauler we could find, a new Coachmen 15 foot Blast which weighs 3400 pounds. Even though the Blast was within the 3500 # capacity ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer LS Gas Gauge Problem & Engine Whining [madisonsmommy]

  Written by: PcolaSurfer85 on Jan 5, 2009 3:08:29 PM

  Ok well i am having loud sounds like winening coming from the alternator i think. it happens at start up and keeps going and gets louder when i and pressing the gas. Is this the same as your problem? and if so how did u fix it? thanks 2006 chevy TB LS

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer headlight problem [mccone]

  Written by: trailblazer1 on Dec 29, 2008 10:05:23 AM

  My 02 has been having the same problem w/ intermittent issue of the headlights not coming on. Just spent $$$ to have a sensor replaced, but within 3 weeks of this fix the problem has returned. Did you ever resolve your's with a permanent fix?

Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD Problems

• Re: Transmission problem: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer 4wd 31500 mi [rockside]

  Written by: _Schoony_ on Dec 11, 2008 5:30:21 AM

  I had a similar problem with my '02 Trailblazer. After about half a dozen trips to my dealer, they found that a few ball bearings had come loose in my transmission.

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer headlight problem [mrjames2]

  Written by: joanyb on Aug 11, 2008 7:01:04 AM

  i have a 2004 Chevy trailblazer with the same problem, the fuse thing previously brought up did not fix it. any other suggestions?

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer headlight problem [mrjames2]

  Written by: doug55 on Jul 14, 2008 10:20:52 AM

  Ended up having the dealership do mine, ran out of time (I needed a inspection sticker). When I asked them, they said that there were only two latches to undo in order to get the assembly out.

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer headlight problem [mccone]

  Written by: mrjames2 on Jul 13, 2008 7:37:34 PM

  I have a 2004 Trailblazer with the same problem need help!

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer LS Gas Gauge Problem & Engine Whining [madisonsmommy]

  Written by: paulanthonydfw on Jun 12, 2008 5:12:08 PM

  Thanks Madisonsmommy! I took it to my local Chevy dealer here in Dallas. The service advisor seemed to think the same thing. I also need to have the fuel sensor replaced. My gas gauge will not even move anymore, and when I fill up the engine light comes on and the engine seems to lose power. Go figure the warranty just ran out :(

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer LS Gas Gauge Problem & Engine Whining [paulanthonydfw]

  Written by: madisonsmommy on Jun 12, 2008 5:38:29 AM

  I am having the same problem. I have a 2005 trailblazer. For the whining I replaced the Smooth Idle pulley and the alternator. But I do not know what to do about the gas gauge. Chevy offers an additative for the gas tank. I added it yesterday but the light is still moving back and fourth. I really don't want to take it in and have them drop the gas tank. ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer LS Gas Gauge Problem & Engine Whining [paulanthonydfw]

  Written by: lanitiag on May 7, 2008 4:45:14 AM

  My 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS gas gauge read empty and the light came on right after I filled up and a few minutes later started bouncing back and forward. This put into a panic because I only had my Trailblazer a year what happen next lead me to call the dealership. My engine light came on and my 07 trailblazer sounded like it was idled up when I drove. I took ... Read More

• 2006 Trailblazer LS Gas Gauge Problem & Engine Whining

  Written by: paulanthonydfw on Mar 27, 2008 12:04:01 PM

  My 2006 Trailblazer LS started acting funny about a month ago. The gas gauge will go to the correct reading and then after about 1 minute it will go to empty and the amber light will come on. I guess I should take it in to the local chevy dealer, has anyone had this similar problem. Also there is a whining noise coming from the engine when you give it gas. ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD Problems

• Transmission problem: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer 4wd 31500 mi

  Written by: rockside on Mar 13, 2008 10:05:09 AM

  Hi, I have a 2006 Trailblazer (Extended) with 4 Wheel Drive. It works great in 2WD or 4 Wheel High. However, when I set it to "Auto" and I drive up a hill, something seems to "Slip" / "Clunk" about every 3 seconds. I took it to the dealer and they "could not find anything wrong" and asked if I was driving on Ice or in wet conditions. I have tested ... Read More

My Trailblazer saved my family this week

• My Trailblazer saved my family this week (m)

  Written by: sayegirls on Feb 17, 2008 11:21:46 AM

  Anyone living in VA knows what happened with icy weather and traffic this past week. On my way to my parents' in MD from my home in NC, we were one of the many victims of VDOT's lack of preparedness combined with Mother Nature's quirkiness. We had no indication that the temps were below freezing, and my husband was traveling a safe speed. Let me get that out - first and ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Electrical Problems

• 2006 Trailblazer

  Written by: gisele1 on Jan 11, 2008 7:00:58 PM

  I have a 2006 chevy trailblazer and I just picked it up from the garage, as they had to change the fuel sending unit in it because my gas gauge was not working, so on my way home from there all my gauges dropped down to zero and do not work anymore, I pulled over to stop and restart the vehicle thinking the computer didn't think properly upon starting and all ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2006 Chevy Trailblazer headlight problem [mccone]

  Written by: burdawg on Jan 8, 2008 12:51:51 PM

  Did the headlamp switch by some chance get moved to the parking lights only position? If so then the auto lamps won't work. If it's like my 02 then the left position is auto, the center is parking only, the right is the headlamp override.

• 2006 Chevy Trailblazer headlight problem

  Written by: mccone on Jan 7, 2008 11:54:41 PM

  A weird thing happened to me today and I am hoping someone will be able to help me out. I went to start up my truck tonight and the headlights will not turn on. My parking lights and high beams will work but not the headlights. I dont think it is a fuse because both the driver and passenger are out. Any suggestions??

Chevy TrailBlazer Transmission Problems

• 2006 Chevy Trailblazer headlight problem

  Written by: mccone on Jan 7, 2008 11:51:15 PM

  A weird thing happened to me today and I am hoping someone will be able to help me out. I went to start up my truck tonight and the headlights will not turn on. My parking lights and high beams will work but not the headlights. I dont think it is a fuse because both the driver and passenger are out. Any suggestions??

Chevy Trailblazer/GMC Envoy/Olds Bravada Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Depreciation of Trailblazer/Envoy [bmb2]

  Written by: jfritsch on Mar 14, 2007 1:13:45 PM

  I haven't even driven an Envoy, as I thought it was like a trailblazer. It is harder to get a better deal at GMC dealers vs Chevy as there are 5x as many chevy dealers. The Pilot is a much more quality piece than the Trailblazer, and it has the 3rd row std. About the same price too. Last summer they were selling for 7400 ish off MSRP. Almost all the ... Read More

• Re: Depreciation of Trailblazer/Envoy [jfritsch]

  Written by: bmb2 on Mar 14, 2007 7:58:18 AM

  I have been following the various forums for the last few weeks. I am looking to purchase a new SUV soon, within the next 8 weeks. You seem to be very knowledgeable on many of the SUV's and their cost. I currently have a GMC Envoy XL and my wife absolutely loves it. I was thinking of a 2007 Honda Pilot to add to our current SUV but my wife was ... Read More

• 2006 Trailblazer LS 4WD LS Group 2

  Written by: notrubr on Nov 29, 2006 3:47:33 AM

  Below is my experience on buying this vehicle at Kelle Chevy in Farmingdale, NJ. MSRP: $29,453 GMS price(via grandparents): $26,610 Tax: $1,862.75 Tag/Title/Doc Fee: $244.50 Rebates: Cash Back: $5,000 GMS Bonus cash: $1,500 GM 1% credit card: $543 Down payment: $1,500 Financed $20,174.25 @ 6.5% for 60 months Payment: $394.73

Chevy TrailBlazer Transmission Problems

• Transmission going bad

  Written by: federicocruz on Nov 15, 2006 11:54:22 AM

  I own a 2006 chevy trailblazer with 8600 miles on it and I believe my transmission is going bad already. I was parked at a Walmart store and I had my transmission in park and the moter running and all of sudden I felt like someone had hit my chevy on the rear bumper. it was a slight tab And I turned to look back to see who had hit my ... Read More

Chevy Trailblazer/GMC Envoy/Olds Bravada Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: good deal on 2006 Trailblazer EXT [k314]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 1, 2006 2:53:47 AM

  Hi k314. Unfortunately, General Motors' normal customer cash incentives are not compatible with its special lease program, so you can't take them into account when negotiating your lease. Besides, I generally find that consumers who are in an area that has a decent level of competition and who shop around can easily beat the TMV number for the vehicle that they want. On a Chevrolet Trailblazer, shoot for as close to ... Read More

• Re: Trailblazer Lease Questions [oakridge067]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 19, 2006 5:06:31 AM

  I'd be happy to help you out, oakridge067. According to my calculations, if you were to lease a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS with an MSRP of $28,910 and a selling price of $27,306.75 through GMAC right now for 48 months with 12,000 miles per year, your zero down, pre-tax monthly payment should be around $337. I calculated this lease based upon 12,000 miles per year because the longest 10,000 mile per ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer SS Lease Rates [framirez]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 19, 2006 3:59:25 AM

  Hi framirez. I am not aware of any lease cash that is available on the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer in GM's Western region right now. This late in the model year, you should be able to negotiate a capitalized cost of right around dealer invoice on a leftover 2006 Trailblazer without too much trouble. You can always stop by the following discussion to see how much other community members have paid for ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer SS Lease Rates [andre1]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 19, 2006 3:51:04 AM

  Hi andre1. The $3,500 cash incentive that you mentioned, which has since changed to $4,000, is not compatible with leases through GMAC. GM is providing lease cash on the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer in some regions, but not the Southeast. Unfortunately, I believe that the incentives that you qualify for are based upon your residency, not where you purchase your vehicle. So you have to actually live in an area that has ... Read More

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Maintenance and Repair

• '06 Trailblazer - high pitched electronic tone

  Written by: nicole26 on Sep 13, 2006 9:20:22 PM

  I just bought a new 2006 Trailblazer LT. It's the first SUV and Chevy I've ever owned. I only have about 220 miles on it now. Since the first day I drove it home and continuing, there has been a very high pitched electronic tone occurring. It seems to start after I've been driving the truck approximately 15-30 minutes and gets started when I brake and it will continue for several ... Read More

Chevy Trailblazer/GMC Envoy/Olds Bravada Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Trailblazer Lease Questions

  Written by: oakridge067 on Sep 8, 2006 11:34:20 AM

  Car_Man: Can you give me some payment information on a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer LS with an MSRP of $28,910 and a GM Supplier price of $27,306.75. I'd like info for a 10,000 mile lease for 48 months. I'm also considering another 2006 Chevy Trailblazer LS with an MSRP of $28,705 and a GM Supplier price of $27,135.37. Also, for a 10,000 mile lease for 48 months. Is GM offering any lease ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer SS Lease Rates [andre1]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 23, 2006 2:48:22 AM

  Here's the info that you're looking for, andre1. GMAC publishes lease rates instead of money factors for the vehicles that it leases. You can convert its published lease rates into approximate money factor equivalents by dividing them by 2400. GMAC's current base lease rate and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer with 15,000 miles per year are 4.9% and 66%, respectively. The 12,000 mile per ... Read More

• Re: 2006 TrailblazerLT Lease [jonscoggs]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 10, 2006 3:30:27 AM

  Hi jonscoggs. Unfortunately, the $3,000 customer cash that is available on the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer is not compatible with leases of it through GMAC. GM is only providing a $1,250 cash incentive on leases of this truck right now. Assuming that the price that you got from the Family First site is not already taking this cash into account, this truck's capitalized cost would be around $28,936. Using this cap cost ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer SS Lease Rates [andre1]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 10, 2006 3:24:34 AM

  Hey andre1. GMAC does not use money factors to calculate the interest portion of lease payments. Instead it uses lease rates, that look just like normal interest rates. You can convert its published lease rates into approximate money factor equivalents by dividing them by 2400. If you were to lease a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS though GMAC right now for 24 months with 15,000 miles per year, its base lease rate ... Read More

• 2006 TrailblazerLT Lease

  Written by: jonscoggs on Jul 9, 2006 9:04:39 AM

  Hi Car_man, My wife and I are looking into a 2006 Trailblazer LT, pretty much loaded. Per the internet, the MSRP is $33,660. My wifes grandfather was an engineer at GM, so we qualify for the GSM price, which is $30,186.33 (again per the GM Family First website). Right now there is $3750 in cash back incentives. So, I am coming up with a Cap Cost of $26,436.33. Am I calculating ... Read More

• Re: Need June Lease Numbers for Trailblazer LT SS [andre1]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 11, 2006 7:59:12 AM

  Hey andre1. If you were to lease any 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer through GMAC right now for 24 months with 15,000 miles per year, its base lease rate and residual value should be 4.9% and 66%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease should be 4.9% and 57%. If you were to lease with only 12,000 miles per year, the 24 month residual value would increase by 1% and ... Read More

• Need June Lease Numbers for Trailblazer LT SS

  Written by: andre1 on Jun 1, 2006 10:05:32 AM

  Car_Man, Now that June is here, what are the residual and lease rates on a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer LT SS? I need the numbers for 24 and 36 months at 12K and 15K miles per year. Are they still the same as published previously (4.9% lease rate, 66% residual for 24 months, 57% for 36 months)? Also, does the $1500 cash rebate still apply to this vehicle in June (SE region)? ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Trailblazer LT 4x4 [toenlo36]

  Written by: luigisdad on May 16, 2006 4:10:33 PM

  I think that Chevy paying off your Toyota is a great deal. As for $389 per month, unless you're getting the SS, I'm not so sure about the deal. Keep in mind that my deal was for the SS which is another $5k expensive. At least here in Los Angeles, there is a huge supply of non-SS Trailblazers and dealers are bending over backwards to sell these. Good luck. Roy

• 2006 Trailblazer LT 4x4

  Written by: toenlo36 on May 16, 2006 11:37:46 AM

  Signing a deal tonight: Chevy paying off my old Toyota 4Runner lease $343.12 x 3 payments = $1029.36 (part of Chevy's "4 on us" program - up to 4 payments up to $2000) $0 down (just 1st payment) all fees waived / 36 months / 12,000 per year $389.00 a month 2006 Trailblazer LT 4x4 - Silver Blue Metallic / Ebony Leather Spring Edition Package (PWR Sunroof, XM, 17" Wheels, BOSE ... Read More

• Re: Lease #'s Car_man [tdepoala]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 3, 2006 3:26:43 AM

  Greetings Nick. If you were to lease a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer through GMAC on or before April 4th for 24 months with 15,000 miles per year, its base lease rate and residual value should be 4.9% and 66%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease should be 4.9% and 57%. You will need both this truck's MSRP and selling price to calculate its lease payment. You can see ... Read More

Buick Rainier, Chevy TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy

• Chevy Trailblazer Internet Experience

  Written by: markcincinnati on Mar 24, 2006 8:18:20 AM

  If this is the wrong place to post, I hope someone will suggest a better place: My wife and I started kicking around the idea of a third vehicle for a variety of reasons that are not relevant at this point. When my wife's BMW X3 was in the body shop for a door ding that turned out to be two week days a weekend and one more week day, the ... Read More

Chevy Trailblazer/GMC Envoy/Olds Bravada Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Lease 2006 base Trailblazer [gmhellman]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 8, 2006 2:50:19 AM

  Hi Greg. The market for the Chevrolet Trailblazer is pretty soft right now. You shouldn't have much trouble getting one for dealer invoice, or perhaps a few hundred less. Check out the following discussion for additional feedback on how much you should pay for this truck right now: "Chevy Trailblazer/GMC Envoy/Olds Bravada: Prices Paid & Buying Experience". I would be happy to estimate what your monthly lease payment would be on ... Read More

• Re: Lease residuals [miiames]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 9, 2006 3:48:28 AM

  Hi Mike. If you were to lease a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer or Trailblazer EXT (their lease programs are the same) through GMAC right now for 24 months with 15,000 miles per year, its base lease rate and residual value should be 4.9% and 66%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease should be 4.9% and 57%. As you can see, GMAC publishes lease rates instead of money factors ... Read More

Buick Rainier, Chevy TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy

• 2005 & 2006 Trailblazer Sales

  Written by: gmfan on Jan 6, 2006 12:58:40 PM

  I drove by my dealership to see what kind of vehicles are left. Let me tell you the lot was empty! I hope GM across the board did well on red tag event. I saw a few Tahoes and Silverado 1500's. There were two, only two, Trailblazers on the lot and this is a decent size dealership. Does that mean my dealership is in trouble or would you say that is ... Read More

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 vs Chevy TrailBlazer SS vs Porsche Cayenne Turbo

• Re: Grand Cherokee SRT-8 vs. Trailblazer SS [davidc1]

  Written by: jbarnes1 on Dec 9, 2005 7:01:56 PM

  I went to a Twin Cities MN Jeep dealer got a similar story with a surcharge of about $5k for the GC SRT-8. The dealer said they were only getting 1 for 2006. Went down the street to the Chevy dealer which had 8 SS Trailblazers on order. They told me I could order it the way I wanted and all rebates applied. Priced the LS1B with SS package, Curtain airbags ... Read More

• Chevy builds a muscle car out of a truck

  Written by: steve_ on Dec 2, 2005 1:34:54 PM

  "Despite sharing aerodynamics with Carnegie Hall, Chevy's new muscle-bound SUV is dead stable and…hold on a second while I pass this truck…requires nothing more than a few fingertips on the steering wheel to keep it pointed straight down the road." Follow-Up Test: 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer SS (Inside Line) Steve, Host