I've decided I want a Chevy Colorado ZR2.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

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I think I had it for 6-9 months - not exactly sure. But after the initial visit to the dealer to address some annoying rattles and noises, mine didn't have any issues. I never towed anything with it so not sure and for light off-roading it was great and quite enjoyable. I had the gas version though.

Thanks for the honest response and sorry for poking fun at you. I absolutely love the idea of these things and still have yet to actually drive one. Hoping I can be more serious about considering one in the next year or so once we find a house and a garage. I’ve drive a 2wd extended cab V6 8 speed Colorado and liked the powertrain (most efficient truck I’ve ever towed our company car with) but I’m a sucker for diesel.

[ThePenIsMightier]

I didn't know diesel was an option.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

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I didn't know diesel was an option.

Yes 2.8L 4 cyl diesel with a 6 speed or 3.6 V6 with a 8 speed.

[ThePenIsMightier]

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Yes 2.8L 4 cyl diesel with a 6 speed or 3.6 V6 with a 8 speed.

Wow that seems really weird, but I like it.
I'm starting to feel it in my plums...

[Tik-Tok]

Doesn't the ZR2 have a severely reduced towing capacity?

Edit: yes, 5000 lbs max, vs 7700 for non ZR2 diesel

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

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Doesn't the ZR2 have a severely reduced towing capacity?

Edit: yes, 5000 lbs max, vs 7700 for non ZR2 diesel

5000lbs is even a stretch for them.

[ThePenIsMightier]

I'm sorry... Why would someone tow with a quarter-ton?

[killramos]

Because truck?

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

I’d likely be towing 3750-4000lbs, and that’s my biggest fear of this truck.

[Ukyo8]

2022 Version is rumoured to be coming out with the 2.7L turbo gas out of the half ton paired to a 10 speed auto which is pretty awesome.
Not sure if they will offer a diesel anymore, so if you want a diesel I'd jump on one now

[ExtraSlow]

I think towing close to 100% of rating is crazy no matter what vehicle it is.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

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I think towing close to 100% of rating is crazy no matter what vehicle it is.

That’s the largest reason I’m really hesitant to buy one, and I’m not even set on towing with it.

[Tik-Tok]

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I'm sorry... Why would someone tow with a quarter-ton?

Daily driving a 1/2ton sucks.

[shakalaka]

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Thanks for the honest response and sorry for poking fun at you. I absolutely love the idea of these things and still have yet to actually drive one. Hoping I can be more serious about considering one in the next year or so once we find a house and a garage. I’ve drive a 2wd extended cab V6 8 speed Colorado and liked the powertrain (most efficient truck I’ve ever towed our company car with) but I’m a sucker for diesel.

Haha all good. What's funny is I never knew this thread existed and it was started by none other than Buster who always hated on the ZR2 when I had it lol.

I do miss having a pickup though, I placed an order for a 2022 Raptor but that isn't expected to land for another 6 or so months, so I might fill the gap with a Ram Rebel or something in the meanwhile as I can't justify the TRX markups right now.

[killramos]

Isn’t it the RaptorR you want?

[ThePenIsMightier]

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Daily driving a 1/2ton sucks.

Not many even tow with a half-ton. Then they'll tell you the .75 is bad value and now you "need" a chipped 1-ton with your tow mirrors out 99% of the time and no trailer in sight.

[Buster]

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Haha all good. What's funny is I never knew this thread existed and it was started by none other than Buster who always hated on the ZR2 when I had it lol.

I do miss having a pickup though, I placed an order for a 2022 Raptor but that isn't expected to land for another 6 or so months, so I might fill the gap with a Ram Rebel or something in the meanwhile as I can't justify the TRX markups right now.

I never said I didn't like your truck.

What I do say (and still say), is that black is the least desirable color for cars nowadays.

[Tik-Tok]

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I never said I didn't like your truck.

What I do say (and still say), is that black is the least desirable color for cars nowadays.

In the prairies. Black is still best on a coastline that doesn't leave dirt on your car everytime it rains.

[r3ccOs]

2 things I wish the 1/4 tons had...

Better rear seating and proven engines.
Not knocking GM's 3.6, nor the 2.3 Ecoboost... but I know the 3.6 pentastar also isn't spectacular

The only motors I think that are proven are the Frontier's VQ40, the Yota 1GR and the lame 2GR.

NOW... this is one thing I was told - the 10.01 compression on the 1GR and its unaggressive timing was deliberate. It may be "shitty" on fuel, but it was designed to be a global motor that could also run, never knock, on the shittiest of fuel (i.e. 85 or lower octane)

As much as I don't like the cab of the Taco... that is one truck EVERYONE respects for its capability and dependability.

[ExtraSlow]

What kind of scumbag lives on the coast. Gross. Prairie Trucks are my favourite asset class.