Is H3t 3.7 really worth it?

[Can007]

I am in need of some guidance here. I have decided to purchase an H3T Alpha. I am having difficulty finding one for a decent price.. My question: is the h3t 3.7 worth 20k?

 

[5gn-h3t]

Just my .02, but unless it has really low mileage, no. H3's with high mileage go dirt cheap. I can't see paying double or triple the price just because it's a T. I've owned almost every year and version of the H3 (never had a '10, or an H3X). I really liked my T but can't justify the prices that they are listed at. I wonder what they actually sell for. I have seen a few go at dealerships for reasonable prices but they don't last long. If you can be patient and literally look every day, you will eventually find one at a reasonable price.

What price range are you looking at?

 

[Mb30sdl]

Yes it is. I paid 22 for mine I5 ~4 years ago with ~100k on it Adv. pack.it came with off-road trailer, so I guess price with out trailer ~19/20.
Ts are in class of their own it’s not mass produced as H3. There were only ~8500 produced and only ~2500 Alphas.
My last search in Autotrader (500 mil radius) came up with 5 only (~40k Alpha and 4 I5s from ~22 to 30k)
Saying that DRY state trucks/cars are more valuable that rust buckets from rust belt.

So if u get one for cheap it’s probably pretty rusted being almost 10 years old.

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[RamRod]

There is an Alpha T for sale on the island I live on.... i am on the west coast

If your feeling up for a road trip it might be a good option

Search for one in the city of Namiamo, BC

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[Enter Hummer]

There is an Alpha T for sale on the island I live on.... i am on the west coast

If your feeling up for a road trip it might be a good option

Search for one in the city of Namiamo, BC

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Your welcome!
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/nanaimo/2009-hummer-h3-h3t-alpha-pickup-truck/1318707551

What are alpha T’s going for, 30-40k? You can get an I5 for ~20k (probably 15k with high miles) and then you would have ~10k+ to put whatever engine you want in. Thats the way I’d go.

 

[RamRod]

I have been thinking an i5 would be a great candidate for the new turbo Cummins crate motor....especially if you were to pick up a rare 5speed M/T adventure pack truck

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[RamRod]

Your welcome!
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/nanaimo/2009-hummer-h3-h3t-alpha-pickup-truck/1318707551

What are alpha T’s going for, 30-40k? You can get an I5 for ~20k (probably 15k with high miles) and then you would have ~10k+ to put whatever engine you want in. Thats the way I’d go.

And remember this is in Canadian dollars so to convert to USD today that's only $25000 w/ 49k miles

Since its on the West coast it should be relatively rust free

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[Mr_Rich]

I already had a full-size truck I planned on keeping but I liked the Colorado/ Canyon sized vehicle. My opinion of the 3T was a like a better improved and stronger Colorado truck. My opinion hasn't changed in the nine years of ownership. I still like my truck and find it very comfortable and holding up well. Twenty years ago the 240 hp I5 would've been an impressive engine; but these days, not so much. I think it would be different if GM still supported the Atlas engines but that is not the case. I think an LS transplant or original equipped truck makes a great vehicle to own; comfortable and mostly reliable. The few 3T Alpha's I've seen seen for sale in my area were priced over $30K. Maybe it's demand or rarity or both but I like the fact that the value stays high for these particular vehicles.

 

[Mb30sdl]

Are Canadian exports taxable in US?
I have seeing on YouTube Canadian guy saying that to transfer car from USA to Canada will add ~30% on top of sale price after u done with all the fees.


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[RamRod]

Are Canadian exports taxable in US?
I have seeing on YouTube Canadian guy saying that to transfer car from USA to Canada will add ~30% on top of sale price after u done with all the fees.


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Ha! No they don't charge 30% if it's made in North America.

If for example I wanted to bring any hummer across I just have to show that all re-calls are completed with a letter from the manufacturer, pay 5% federal tax and then pay $175 to register the title in Canada and prove that it is not a write off/flood car. Then $100 to get an out of country inspection to satisfy the insurance company.

If it's not made in North America it get more complicated unless it's older then 15 yrs old... if it's 15 or older then the same rules above apply

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[Traxx]

There are a lot of trucks you can buy for 25-30k, bigger, better towing, more comfortable, etc. The T is a unique low volume vehicle and commands a hefty premium. I have seen some at times on smaller car lots where they didn't know really what they had. Takes a bit of patience, I looked for one for almost a year but I was also picky and knew exactly what colors and options I wanted.

 

[Can007]

I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around the fact of spending 20 -25 k for something with 90 miles plus. But I like the H3T. What is everyone's thoughts on the Colorado Zr2 Diesel??? A lot of the H3 engineers work on this truck.

 

[Traxx]

A T isn't a practical vehicle, it's just a want vehicle. I've had an Hummer of one sort or another in the driveway since 2006 i'm ruined as far as ever owning anything else.

 

[5gn-h3t]

A T isn't a practical vehicle, it's just a want vehicle. I've had an Hummer of one sort or another in the driveway since 2006 i'm ruined as far as ever owning anything else.

Amen

 

[Can007]

A T isn't a practical vehicle, it's just a want vehicle. I've had an Hummer of one sort or another in the driveway since 2006 i'm ruined as far as ever owning anything else.

I know.... That's why I want one. I like my h3. Its been a good SUV but a truck would suit me better. But that price is making it hard for me to pull the trigger! I have delayed on several opportunities to buy an H3T.

 

[Can007]

Most recently I passed up on this one... Which I am regretting

https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ctd/d/2009-hummer-h3t-alpha/6452872098.html

 

[SolidusJ]

Something will come up but maybe not in the time frame you're looking for. It had taken me 2 years and 4 months before I found my T and I wasn't even looking for one at time. I will say this, I think I got the deal of a life time but with a 1,9XX mile drive one way for her.

 

[Alpha X]

If you want an Alpha, wait for an Alpha. They are out there. You just need to be ready to move fast. Having recently purchased an H3T Alpha only last year, I can say I looked nearly every day for a few months. I was only looking for an H3T Alpha Off Road... so that meant I wanted one of only a few thousand trucks made. There were a few potential trucks that I missed out on, none of which were close to me. Found another truck that appealed to me on craigslist. Called the owner. Made arrangements to fly to Phoenix for a test drive the following week. Truck was nice, left a deposit, and shipped it back to Detroit. It was sitting in my driveway about 3 weeks later. Fortunately the owner, a retired gentlemen, was great to work with. I have a few buddies that I've wheeled with that have similar stories finding their H3T. They looked and looked. Found a truck, and got on a plane to go see it. Moral of my story: Search, search, and then search more. Have a credit card ready to blow up for a last minute plane ticket and shipping it back to your place.

 

[Can007]

If you want an Alpha, wait for an Alpha. They are out there. You just need to be ready to move fast. Having recently purchased an H3T Alpha only last year, I can say I looked nearly every day for a few months. I was only looking for an H3T Alpha Off Road... so that meant I wanted one of only a few thousand trucks made. There were a few potential trucks that I missed out on, none of which were close to me. Found another truck that appealed to me on craigslist. Called the owner. Made arrangements to fly to Phoenix for a test drive the following week. Truck was nice, left a deposit, and shipped it back to Detroit. It was sitting in my driveway about 3 weeks later. Fortunately the owner, a retired gentlemen, was great to work with. I have a few buddies that I've wheeled with that have similar stories finding their H3T. They looked and looked. Found a truck, and got on a plane to go see it. Moral of my story: Search, search, and then search more. Have a credit card ready to blow up for a last minute plane ticket and shipping it back to your place.

If you don't mind me asking how much did you pay for yours?

 

[skeptic]

The reason I sold my H3T was the under powered I5 engine. Obviously not everyone will agree. It doesn't help that I was living in UT at 4,500 ft where hills and mountain roads were the norm and running 35" Duratracs. Off road on trails and such it was just fine. In town it was ok. On the highway it sucked, especially with any kind of incline.

If the price was right I'd buy another H3T, but only an Alpha.

 

[Alpha X]

If you don't mind me asking how much did you pay for yours?

I would expect to pay $25-30k for a nice, decent mileage H3T alpha. You might find one for less than $25k from a private party, but dealers seem to want $25k+. I personally think more than $30k for a stock H3T Alpha is too much. If it was decked out with a Rancho lift, or other expensive stuff, that might justify more than $30k. There's another thread about ZR2 thoughts and how they'll affect H3T prices. For most of us average people (and I include myself in this), we wouldn't spend $35k on an H3T Alpha when a one year old pre owned ZR2 is only another $5k.