A Quick Look at the 2003 HUMMER H2: AN UNDERRATED AUTOMOBILE ICON

Today we are taking a short dive into the history, driving characteristics, and general viewpoint of the Hummer H2. Was it truly a complete flop, or is it just waiting to become the next big SUV craze trophy car?
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[@thedesertroad]

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[@longlivechina7538]

Fuel economy not bad at all, its a terrible point that poor people focus on…People spend $200 a month on coffee no big deal, $500 a month on booze no big deal, $300 on video games no big deal, $1000 a month at casino no big deal…Spend $50-100 extra on gas and omg your broke.

[@thedesertroad]

Yes many ways to look at it, but to car enthusiasts like us, it's just part of the game you play in this world! Thanks again for your feedback and for watching !!

[@buddyrebel_Garcia]

Lol I think you’re self projecting. Damn you spend $1000 in the casino

[@danielswartz9843]

I've got 2 of them myself and I couldn't agree with you any more....❤

[@Tokenomics1]

Also gas was $1.59 in 2003. Today many people have them as a weekend toy. It gets better gas mileage than a 69 Camaro ss or Mustang GT.

[@longlivechina7538]

For record not self reflecting. I don’t gamble or even drink coffee. Just trying to demonstrate that most people are financial illiterate and automotive illiterate. The H2 is prob the best used car available. It holds its value, minimal maintenance which you can easily do yourself, safest car to drive, insurance is cheap, parts are readily available, fun to drive , easy to upgrade. I have had mine 7 months now. Ill be uploading youtube vids soon.

[@Finnaz]

Favorite vehicle i have ever owned. Had an 04 and 08. Im in Phoenix Az. I love the way the windows are positioned. There is very little direct sunlight hitting you compared to any other car. Also, I liked the distance the side window is from your shoulder and head.

[@thedesertroad]

Awesome observations and thank you for your feedback! Welcome aboard fellow phoenician :) Thanks for watching.

[@Tokenomics1]

Another thing I like about the windows is the universal window switch that rolls down all windows.

[@jamesinscoe9267]

I have owned a 2003 H2 for about 9 years now and despite a few NORMAL wear and tear issues with it I absolutely love it. It is a great riding vehicle which no one expects. They see it and other modified H2's and people think your bouncing down the road. What people do NOT know is they built the Hummer plant directly beside another plant that built the Cadillac Escalade . Also very few people know that the Hummers suspension was sooo Good that the next year Cadillac Stole the undercarriage of the Hummer H2 and slapped it underneath the Escalade so does anyone think and Escalade ride stinks? NOT !!! . We have two walk in service body work trucks that get around 5 miles per gallon so on the weekend when I get in my Hummer to drive it and its gets 11 mpg I feel great because I am doubling my gas milage so like everything in life its all in how you look at things. My Hummer is all stock except for swapping out the running lights and headlamps with LED replacements. I just turn a 105k miles and honestly it still excites me when I climb up in the cab and am going to drive it and I am almost 60 years old and very few things still get me excited. Yes I would love to have that Brand New Hummer EV but used prices on this new version start typically at a $175k and go over $210k so if you can find a great shaped used one for $20 to $25k that will leave you a $190 thousand dollars left over for fuel !!! Anybody thought of it that way?? lol. Plus nothing like the rumble of a USA made V-8 engine , UGH !! I LOVE MY HUMMER H2, You will too if you take that leap of faith and get one.

[@thedesertroad]

AWESOME spot on assessment! Thanks for stopping by and sharing your perspective. Sure is a great ride, with many of the PROS you emphasized. Thanks for watching :)

[@tastytraci6564]

Love my hummer but getting tired of the battery drain😊

[@user-jz8bv7dh7k]

Great comment

[@alt0v14]

now I love your Hummer H2 too :D

[@danielzimnoch1020]

05 H2 w/455K miles still going. Maintenance is the key. 11.8 mpg. Probably better mileage than a Ferrari or a lambo 😂 I’m not complaining though. Fun truck to drive.

[@longlivechina7538]

Epic

[@thedesertroad]

WOW thats impressive! Good for you, how long have you owned it for?

[@Tokenomics1]

The H2 gets better mileage than a 69 Camaro and other musclecars. Would be hilarious if when people saw a 69 camaro they went "they must spend a lot on gas"

[@longlivechina7538]

Just bought a 05 3 weeks ago, best purchase ever made

[@thedesertroad]

They sure are a blast! Thanks for watching :)

[@nando03012009]

I love my yellow H2 more so than my H1 alpha. First thing to do is buy an external tire carrier. The rear seat is not bolted its removable. There's an additional (late version) that has the entire bench in tje back as the spare was moved to the outside of the vehicle. And yes an adult can sit in the 6th seat. Not comfortable for anyone over 5'4 but it works. The economy is actually not to bad 14 to 16 on the freeway.the trick is mid grade fuel not 89. The h2 loves to be loaded. So towing won't hurt your economy. I tow my boat and still get 14mph. The people that Hate the hummer are the people that have never been in one and heard something bad from another person that has never owned one. There are some negatives. Cheap parts from GM. The instrument cluster will fail along do to cheap motors. Also the bolts on the exhaust headers will fail as well, those tend to rust and the bolt heads will brake causing an exhaust leak.easy fix with 10 bucks worth of after markwt bolts. Just FYI in case someone is looking into buying one.

[@thedesertroad]

Awesome feedback and comments! Thanks for watching :)

[@mikebas7325]

Great video, as a 05 H2 owner for over about 8 years now I love it and will probably never sell it. With only 175000 I hope to get a lot more life from it. Wish it had the motor & trans my 08 Escalade had which was the 6.2 and if I remember correctly it had a 6 speed trans but otherwise the 6.0 gets the job done and remains very reliable.

[@thedesertroad]

Mike thanks for the great feedback! Ours has been bulletproof so far. Thanks again for watching :)

[@nellyferreira4507]

I have an H2 2005 SUT. The greatest truck I have ever owned. Can't beat it if you want one, go get it it.

[@owenrsk]

Thank you for this quality review which does not denigrate the H2, there are plenty of 4x4s but I find that the Hummer is timeless and stands out from the crowd, I own a 957 Cayenne Turbo but I grew up playing with miniature H2s and I am lucky to have a friend who owns one with which I could do some rallies, by watching this video, I can't wait to buy mine ! Good luck with the evolution of your channel !

[@thedesertroad]

Yes - it's a fantastic underappreciated ride of the past! Thanks for your feedback and for watching :)

[@julianmartinez6825]

I'm lucky to own an 05!! Turn heads all the time...25 bucks per week of gas ain't nothing, lucky I work close by but I wouldn't mind if I had to put more gas, the feeling of driving this thing is priceless ( 5'5" person or shorter can sit perfectly in the rear seat...parts are cheap on line also.., I don't see myself driving another truck but the H2, loved my H3 as well but nothing like the H2!!

[@thedesertroad]

Absolutely! Glad you are enjoying your '05. They are awesome machines. Thanks for watching and your feedback!!

[@julianmartinez6825]

@@thedesertroad thank you!! Keep up with the nice reviews!! 👍

[@stephenottley948]

A vehicle that I can literally do anything I need too. Street driving, towing, offroading and has all the comfort you need on road trips. The engine is an icon very simple maintenance and durability. It's a complete terra vehicle! I love my 2003 just got it always wanted one and when prices got affordable I swooped.

[@thedesertroad]

There are definitely deals to be had on these, and an awesome all in one vehicle. Hopefully you get many years of enjoyment out of her. Thanks for stopping by!

[@youarerightboss]

We love our 2003 H2 Hummer. Great in blizzards, too. Great for snow plowing and moving tree trunks off the road.

[@thedesertroad]

Nothing this truck can't do ! Thanks for stopping by!

[@hexjumper1060]

AM General rep was at a combination Cadillac/Hummer dealership to showcase the new features on the 2006 H2 and was fielding questions. Regarding the frame, the H2 was designed from the frame up because it needed a HD frame to handle the flex and weight it was designed for. Cobbling parts of existing frames would have been more expensive and not meet the design parameters. Asked why every magazine and other review said it was nothing more than a Tahoe frame with some modifications? He laughed and said none of them asked.

[@thedesertroad]

Wow great info!! Thanks for sharing that and watching the channel :)

[@mikeyslots1632]

I've watched (or tried) many videos about the H2, and yours is by far the best produced. It would be great to see you do a part 2 on specific H2 mechanical/design issues. I am currently in the market to buy an H2, so this video helps a lot. Cool channel, thanks for the info!

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for the kind words! Appreciate you stopping by. Unfortunately the hummer has now been sold but please stay tuned for many more videos / reviews to come!!

[@Tokenomics1]

I've had one for a few years. Issues have been leaks in rain. Either from sunroof drain clog or the lights on the roof or from inside the hood Cowl. The roof leaks can compromise the headliner. Leaks oil but its pretty normal for a 6.0. There is like a plastic oring in the shifter linked under the truck connecting the gear lever in the car to the transmission. It is prone to break. Especially if you slam the gear shifter in to park and basically bang the shiter linkage. I got the part at autozone for like 3 dollars on one of the isles and slod under thebtruck there to swap it. The plastic hatch handle will break if you try to open and raise the hatch by the plastic handle to fast. Especially if the hatch struts aren't doing the job anymore. If it breaks you have to replace the entire plastic rear license pocket because the handle is molded in. When the pocket is hard to find they are $500. But it seems they are back in stock by a supplier so they are down to 225 on the web bay. But no telling how many more they have. I bought an extra just in case they get rare again and I need one. Oh yeah and the instrument cluster will fail. It happens across all the gm trucks from then. It cost like $100 through ubay to fix. The 4wd transfer case shift motor may go out. But it's a $70 part. So all just small issues. If you intend to offroad you will want stronger aftermarket tierods. Never selling mine. Love it. Hope you found yours.

[@jamesneville583]

You are incorrect about the frame, it has it's own design. it's a square box frame for it wont flex going over obstacles, When I seen them at the factory , i was just thinking it was just a Hype-up Tahoe. You can look up the GM training tutorials on design and capability you will realize it was ahead of it's time. in the new trailboss there are using some of the design feature from the Hummer.

[@thedesertroad]

We appreciate the correction and feedback! Thanks for watching!

[@earlweems5799]

THIS IS........BY FARRRR!! The ABSOLUTE BEST video about my BELOVED Hummer h2's!! This video is humorous, factual, educational and greatly entertaining! I am NOW SUBSCRIBED!! Thank you so much for this 🙏 AWESOME VIDEO, I can now continue to flip people off when they glare, gawk and grimace 😬 as me and my KING 👑 OF THE DAMNED ROAD, wiz by them as they choke and gag on my caustic, thick, black exhaust fumes spewing out of my rear end meant for lower life form Zombies of the lower roads!

[@thedesertroad]

Appreciate the kind words! Thank you - and appreciate you stopping by and watching our review. These H2s are definitely the BEST!!

[@nojoke504]

Love my H2. Best vehicle I've ever owned..

[@thedesertroad]

Def an awesome car. Thanks for stopping by and watching our video :)

[@SF.Automotive]

My father had an orange 03 H2 and he loved it! Never had any reliability issues.

[@thedesertroad]

Ours has been rock solid for the year we owned her!! Great cars! Thanks for stopping by :)

[@danielkapp9468]

Just picked up one of these recently, 03 in yellow. ($16K) It's a true time capsule (all original), but it's going to be getting modernized, and some much needed tlc. I've actually gotten mostly positive reactions, any nay sayer I'll tell them, 1) It's got catalyitic converters, and 2). It gets decent MPG for a modern Chevy K5 Blazer (think 70's, that averaged 5mpg) and it is a true full time AWD. Hood is actually light and is fiberglass, I doubt you would be able to open a metal hood that easily. I haven't seen a major impact on the wallet and I came from a Nissan that had a V6 (for a 2019 Frontier it actually had really bad fuel economy). Speaking of which, this H2 while wider is both shorter, more nimble, and more capable, compared to my former ride. Finding replacement parts for the mechanical side is easy and cheap, and anything internal or external that's Hummer brand can either be found at a junk yard or made through a 3d printer. It's not for everyone, but those that make good use of them appreciate them, even with all the quirks. The only major upgrade I am considering is changing the transmission to a 4L80e or 6L80e from the notorious 4L60E.

[@thedesertroad]

AWESOME feedback and good luck with your new car, they are a blast to own and drive!! Thanks for watching.

[@jessejohnson3138]

I've owned two Hummers previously they are always in my heart I'm getting my third in a couple of weeks I can't wait I love Hummers they are my favorite truck. The nasty looks from the libs are a plus🤣🤣

[@thedesertroad]

Truly great automobiles! Thanks for your feedback and for watching !!

[@coltonbrostuen730]

Bought my 05 last summer with 108k miles and it has been nothing but impressive. In the past I've driven a truck for a year or two and traded it in. This thing isn't going anywhere!

[@thedesertroad]

Nothing can take place of this beast and it's a great tank in everything it does! Enjoy her and thanks for stopping by the channel today.

[@calsacfab2]

My 05 H2 Hummer got me through Donner Summit on the worst blizzard storm of the year not only one year, but two consecutive years in horrible snow and winds in the dark of the winter sky. Went from Sacramento to Truckee and back to Sacramento (travelled for work). The most under appreciate vehicle I had owned until those days. The only problem I had was from the visibility from the windshield freezing over. It got me home safe. It literally dug out its own path through the snowed-out highway on Christmas Eve to get me back home to the wife and kids. Let there be no doubt that this vehicle is a bar setter for any future truck or SUV I might purchase when the time comes to send the H2 off to that big farm in the sky. (Also, my H2 has a name, it’s MC Hummer. What is your Hummer’s name?)

[@thedesertroad]

Its stories like yours that truly show just how capable and unstoppable H2's can be! We took ours into the snow once and it handled it with ease! Unfortunately we weren't creative enough to come up with a name that fantastic 😂! Hope you keep enjoying yours for years to come! Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story!

[@machinatormusic]

nice video man! keep it up

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for watching ! :)

[@turbon5449]

I own a 2003 H2, it’s Med. Sage Green.bought it in 2013 same year my daughter was born. Gas prices at the time were $4.54 Gal. I’ve added different mods to increase the MPG…I didn’t buy the truck for gas mileage but for the cool factor…always wanted one in high school ..Very reliable truck, I’ve replaced the transmission added a corvette servo, New Remanufactured Engine put in 3 years ago I run AMSOIL Fluids in it only. New AFE 3” inch Exhaust.. I Love this truck and baby it religiously and don’t plan on getting rid of it!!❤

[@thedesertroad]

Still one of the best cars on the road!! Enjoy your '03 and thank you for stopping by the channel today !!

[@KEV19019]

Great video, i am in love lately with the hummer H2, i wanna buy one sometime, i just hope its not too expensive in the long run. The higher fuel economy is ok, i drive quite economic, and paying a bit more for fuel etc. Is ok, as a car lover. And this car just looks awesome and has lots of prestige on the road. Your Channel is super underrated, great funny moments, well explained, real and honest opinions etc. You are great! Subscribed as well

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks so much. Definitely one of the cooler cars out there and definitely a king on the road! Thanks for stopping by today :)

[@marcoguerra8229]

Excellent, educated review. I enjoy reading and hearing comments on the H2, despite that, like my 2003, they can be 20 yrs old. It keeps kicking frame deep mud, crossing streams and rivers. Happy Trails everyone!

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for your feedback and for watching!! Great Cars!

[@mr.a5803]

Only guys that sit down when they pee hated the Hummer🤷‍♂️

[@thedesertroad]

HAHA! Thanks for stopping by!

[@FrankSleighter-pm5vx]

I have owned 3 Hummer H2 's . Best off road vehicle ever!!!

[@thedesertroad]

These are awesome machines! Sadly ours has already moved on to another loving home to see many more miles get put on. Thanks for stopping by!!

[@koalabear3043]

Great video, love the hummer

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for your feedback and for watching! :)

[@coaa933]

Hummer H2 is my dream car. I like 08/09 model, interior is much better, it has bigger engine and it's "better" on ⛽️. I'm saving money to buy one, but in Europe is really expensive. H1 is good H2 is the best H3 is a big miss Btw, what do you think about Hummer EV? Greetings from Montenegro! 🙂

[@thedesertroad]

Yes they both got their pros and cons! Thanks for your feedback and for watching :)

[@danielkapp9468]

Just a thought. Honestly, if you can think of it this way, by the time you can get an 08/09 you may be better off getting an earlier year and just customizing the interior and upgrading the drivetrain to better quality parts(i.e. transmission swap to a newer gm 10 speed.), may also be cheaper in the long run as well (this was my logic at least), though I'm not in Europe, but I'd imagine the savings would be noticible over there with the higher prices. Personally I don't Hate the Hummer EV, but I think a big opportunity was missed by not making a Diesel Electric hybrid version. Having a Diesel engine/generator, same electric motors and slightly smaller battery would of actually made it a useable vehicle. I think (hydrogen) H2 I.C.E. will have higher chances of sucess than the current electric push, as it'd not only be better for the enviroment, but safer as well (as battery fires are truely scary).

[@coloradocabinguy]

Excellent, objective review. Thanks

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for watching!

[@lorraine6848]

Hey! Loved the video! I bought a 2008 H2 Luxury version in January 2015 and i have the 6.2L engine and i have NO engine upgrades. All my hoses and belts are original! I only did an All Fluid change in 2022!!! Everything is original but Brakes. Every year i get my inspection at an Old Hummer dealer now a GMC dealer..and tell them to find anything needing replacement!! They can't find anything! Oh yea..back in that 2022 inspection i told them to do the first for this vehicle ...a 152,000 mile engine check-up and change the original Spark Plugs!! As I sat in the waiting room the service guy comes over to me with a handful of used spark plugs and firstly says to me... What type of Gas do you put in this truck???? I said " I only use Sunoco and sometimes Exxon Premium gas"! Why whats wrong?? He shows me a handful of plugs and said..Look at these plugs! I said yea...what about them? I see you cleaned them off with a rag??? He said NO! THIS IS HOW CLEAN THEY JUST CAME OFF THAT ENGINE! CLEAN LIKE BRAND NEW! I said..well thats good..right? I was expecting black gunky ones. So whats the problem??? He said...well keep doing whatever your doing!! I only use Sunoco..Exxon .or Shell and only the Premium gad that is stated on my gas cover and let me tell everyone...I live in Eastern Pennsylvania and around town i get 14-18 MPG and abit more on the highway. i can find the Sweet spot on the gas peddle!!! Yes HUMMER OWNERS..THERE IS A SWEET SPOT ON THAT GAS PEDDLE. NOTE: I ALSO OWN A FORD EXPEDITION ( MY 3RD ONE) A 2019 LIMITED. AND again..i have out done the written estimate MPG for these vehicles also. 17mpg....I NORMALLY GET 22MPG around town and i was getting 28 on the highway lastweek! I am a woman age 66 and everywhere i go with my H2 i get comments! Your so small...how do you drive that thing? And the dreaded.question....My Age!! Ya see..i have a full head of GREY HAIR! LOL😂 this H2 is my truck and mine alone! My husbund is not a fan of the H2 at all ...he will not drive it ! But i can keep it till we downsize the house and retire...( we have 5 garage bays) i huess we will move into a condo with 1 short garage door. Lol Untill then...i share my time between the H2 and the Expy.! The H2 has no dents..rot..or scratches..it's in pristine condition in and out. Seats look showroom quality not even a wrinkle! And 154,000 miles only upgrade was a new stereo/ bluetooth headunit inside ! No water leaks from the roof lites or sunroof. All dash buttons work! Wish i could post a photo!

[@lorraine6848]

Sorry forgot to state...I bought my H2 January 2015 when Gas in my area was over $ 5.00 a gallon ! Today October 2023 it's down to $4.79 a gallon. And I still drive it!

[@thedesertroad]

Amazing write up and thanks for sharing your story. These are marvelous cars especially today at the price point they are at. Challenge is sometimes finding a clean one. Thanks for stopping by our channel and enjoy your H2!

[@LCLj73]

I love my hummer ❤❤❤

[@thedesertroad]

Lots of love on here for these! Very encouraging to see that ! Thanks for watching :)

[@paz_3450]

1:08 my Belgian Malinois would love some real world exercise. Lol

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@perun814]

i love all hummers

[@thedesertroad]

Same ! What great cars. Thanks for stopping by! :)

[@MemeProphet]

I absolutely love them and will always secretly want a big yellow bastard. They are so cool

[@thedesertroad]

Never a better time to get into one then now :) Thanks for stopping by the channel!

[@000hayabusa]

Bought mine 9 years ago for 20k. Getting 23k offers today. After 9 years. Never had any problems with it. Oil changes and brakes. Driven by my wife to work everyday. It just looks different on the road. Will never sell it..... (well...unless I partially trade it for H1)

[@thedesertroad]

Now that's a great deal! Happy to hear you enjoying your H2. Thanks again for watching :)

[@whataburgers12]

Great review! I'm considering going with an H2 myself.

[@thedesertroad]

Thank you - you definitely cannot go wrong with one of these. Timeless classic! Thanks for stopping by and watching our review!

[@2Cruz808]

Previous Owner Of A H-2 Loved It. These Vehicles Endure Plenty & Are Affordable To Maintain. Now I'm Looking At A Cadillac Escalade ESV W/ Rear Entertainment & Then Some. Beautiful Car. However, A Hummer Gets A Ding, Scratch You Don't Get Pissed Off. It's A Hummer. Hello!

[@thedesertroad]

All very true! And still they are tons of value for the money. Thanks again for watching :)

[@Idahoinsider]

Great video, got my sub

[@thedesertroad]

Thank you very happy you enjoyed it! Thanks for stopping by the channel.

[@pheasant2323]

Glad I picked one up myself. I wasn’t too surprised on the attitude I get from others on the road but that actually makes me happy and proud for such a reasonable price. You don’t purchase older 4x4’s for the fuel mileage.

[@thedesertroad]

Great cars - thanks for stopping by!!

[@percyastronautstatus.8780]

Thus was beautifully done ....

[@thedesertroad]

👊👊 Thank you! And appreciate you stopping by!

[@jennifertran24]

I had an H3 back in the day. Bf at the time found my spare keys and drunk drove it right into a light pole. The car had a perfect U shape about 2 feet deep dead center on the front bumper. Any other car would have been crushed. Ended up being totaled but wow that car was tuff. Now I’m looking to buy an H2.

[@thedesertroad]

Yes, I imagine same can be said for the H2 as well. Definitely feels like a very robust tank all around! You can't go wrong picking one up, nothing quite else like it on the road! Thanks for stopping by!!

[@ottopilot7205]

Love my 2007. And with my Phoenix Automotive Tesla like display, it stands out in a crowd. P.S. my other car really is a Prius.

[@thedesertroad]

Fantastic cars! Thanks for stopping by the channel.

[@Morrisonlandinthestorm]

I love my Hummer I feel protected and get out of the way. I don’t care about my gas mileage road trips are great.

[@thedesertroad]

It's a tank for sure, and not many are built like that anymore! It's a great road trip vehicle. Thanks for stopping by!

[@Tokenomics1]

The average new car buyer finances $36k so plus $5k in interest on a car that will depreciate $15k in 5 years. So they spend 20k extra over 4 years. Then they spout about a $16k cash car Hummer H2 gas mileage. What the new average new car buyer fails to realize is the hummer wont devalue and the h2 buyer didnt finance so the hummer driver is essentially getting $20k of free gas and maintenance over the first 5 years compared to the average new car buyers choice. And then the new the new car buyer after 5 years buys a whole new car and the H2 driver just keeps driving their H2.

[@thedesertroad]

Absolutely true! Surely different ways to buy / enjoy cars for everyone but no depreciation (and some appreciation!) is surely awesome on these rides! Thanks for stopping by today!

[@longlivechina7538]

You can remove seat n tire

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for that feedback, seems to be the case! Appreciate you watching!

[@longlivechina7538]

@@thedesertroad welcome, enjoyed most of the vid. Keep up the good work

[@thedesertroad]

@@longlivechina7538 This was definitely one of our favorite reviews here to do. Thanks again for watching !!

[@TheUnexpectedOffRoad]

It's a great truck, even better off road!!!!

[@thedesertroad]

Totally agreed ! Thanks for your feedback and for watching ! :)

[@chriscossey4577]

H2s are Awesome Rigs, All American, and really not that bad on fuel, only issues they really have is the weak transmissions that are in them that keep going out.

[@thedesertroad]

Ours was owned for far too short to experience any issues at all - but great cars overall! Thanks for stopping by.

[@dannybeauclair9587]

I have the H2, 2005 with the 6.0 motor. I GET 14.2 MPG at 55 and 13.3 at 65 mpg, which is better then my 1998 Tahoe with 5.7 motor.

[@thedesertroad]

Wow not bad at all! Thanks for stopping by and enjoy the H2!!

[@macknack101]

Had a 2003 H2 ...and loved it ...everyone asked me how I liked it ...I heard about the 2023 EV doing 0-60 in 5 seconds with 1000 hp and 1000 fp torque for $120k I want one so bad

[@thedesertroad]

Those new ones are definitely in a league of their own, and a completely different ride!! Thanks for stopping by - even though our '03 H2 is gone, it is surely missed!!!

[@devastator_1985]

It’s funny because I actually want one of these but they going for crazy price of 22k.

[@thedesertroad]

Prices have gone up a bit in the last 1-2 years but is still a relative bargain for what an icon these are! Thanks for stopping by the channel!

[@longlivechina7538]

One of the goals was to be distinct at 200 yards away to every other car on the road.

[@thedesertroad]

Definitely accomplishes this, I notice a yellow hummer from across town ;)

[@jeremiahthomas1385]

Where they went wrong is no selectable drive system. Aka 2w two 4wd. That was the problem

[@thedesertroad]

Fully agree with you! Thanks for watching ! :)

[@OVI-Wan-Kenobi-8]

YEAH!!! RUMSFELD!!!

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for stopping by our channel!

[@berserkerstrommortsgreb3131]

Good video

[@thedesertroad]

Thank you for stopping by today!!

[@tonypham9220]

I love my h2 !!❤

[@thedesertroad]

Aren't they the best?!! Thanks for stopping by the channel!

[@longlivechina7538]

Bose system still hits hard

[@thedesertroad]

Yes! No complaints.

[@dr.charlesglover]

I have a chance to purchase one as a project vehicle; is this SUV reliable if well maintained?

[@thedesertroad]

We've never had any trouble with her! Thanks for stopping by.

[@fredwilliamson6511]

Luv mine

[@thedesertroad]

Great cars aren't they!! Thanks for watching and your feedback.

[@matt_baker_101st]

My dream car...

[@thedesertroad]

It lives up to it! Thanks for watching :)

[@RicardoGonzalez-yz1vp]

We have 2 of them,love the Hummer brand, it’s an insurance policy on wheels….hummer or Honda civic in an accident, what would you like to be in ?

[@thedesertroad]

You make a valid point - these are surely indestructible in a collision. 2 is even better then 1! Thanks for stopping by today!!

[@jacobiegooden3532]

Those Trucks Were The Most Badass Vehicles Of The 2000's! It's A Same They Don't Make The Gas Guzzling Millitaristic Vehicles Anymore Due To The 2008 Ressesion. They Do Make Hummers But Only As A Electric Vehicle Named The GMC Hummer EV Which Is Even The Same As The Original Hummers.

[@thedesertroad]

Yep these cars are of an era gone by now! Truly fantastic vehicles. Thanks for watching !!

[@jacobiegooden3532]

@@thedesertroad The GMC Hummer EV Will Never Surpass The Original Hummers. Environmentalist Are Annoying Complaining About How Their Gas Guzzlers & Their Bad For The Environment Which Is Totally A Lie

[@thedesertroad]

@@jacobiegooden3532 Different cars for a different market! We love our H2! Thanks for watching :)

[@user-vb9qu2tl3z]

I am just saying, buy one of these, perfect it’s suspension, then swap it to diesel to get the mpg and power. Costly, like 40k overall after the swap, but it’s what it takes to perfect it

[@thedesertroad]

Definitely a mighty project to take on! But would be the ultimate ride! Thanks for stopping by!

[@ElectricUniverseEyes]

I love my beast 🤜🏼⚡️🤛🏻

[@thedesertroad]

All the owners seem to LOVE these. What a unique underrated car! Thanks for stopping by :)

[@risgio5312]

Now all suv's are big and v8 or v12 engine a hummer h2 for me most badass models or h3.

[@thedesertroad]

Completely agree! Thanks for your feedback and for watching! :)

[@MrStevieray1965]

I’ve had my 2004 H2 since 2008, still turns heads to this day.

[@thedesertroad]

@@MrStevieray1965 Truly are great cars! Thanks for the feedback and for watching :)

[@jeremiahthomas1385]

I like it. I want one lol

[@thedesertroad]

Truly awesome cars - AND very affordable. Go for it!

[@forceautomotive4984]

The fuel economy thing is also over exacerbated. It's slightly worse than my F-150 was like 2mpg.

[@thedesertroad]

Correct - these aren't as bad as they seem! Thanks for stopping by!

[@dr.charlesglover]

Can you recommend a mechanic for this vehicle in Phoenix?

[@thedesertroad]

It was only owned for a brief period of time - so no extensive maintenance was done at any shop for our H2! Thanks :)

[@theosway]

Love my H2.

[@thedesertroad]

Fantastic cars! Thanks for stopping by the channel!

[@longlivechina7538]

You upgrade the u joints to spicer it rides like air. Would be happy to give you my h2 to drive around…

[@thedesertroad]

Thank you very generous offer! Thanks for stopping by our channel!

[@ap1hondaking]

My Hummer is levels above my Jeep Sahara...so to bad for jeep so sad

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for the feedback and for watching!

[@percyastronautstatus.8780]

I HAVE A YELLOW TOO ....TWO WORDS..BAD ASS LOL...

[@thedesertroad]

THE best color for one! Thanks for stopping by!!

[@CharlesBerryamericanlinkage]

If you have to worry about the fuel economy, you can afford it walk away. If you don’t have to worry about gas, mileage and that’s what you want you get it. I use mine for a daily driver and I really don’t care of our fuel mileage. I love my Hummer 2

[@thedesertroad]

One of the very few cons, but so worth it! Thanks for stopping by!

[@randyfleming3004]

👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for the love and stopping by our channel ! :)

[@HummerGabor]

I have a h2 . Have some problem that is true.. but not a big issue.. or am so lucky…

[@thedesertroad]

Enjoy your H2 and thanks for stopping by the channel!

[@HummerGabor]

@@thedesertroad Thank you

[@randyfleming3004]

❤❤👍

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for the love and stopping by the channel today!

[@johnsmeltzer2254]

I have an 03 H2. Baddest truck ever made! Keep your crap cars and trucks out of my way. 8000 lbs. will run over anything else.

[@thedesertroad]

Awesome cars! Thanks for stopping by our channel!

[@Tokenomics1]

The H2 was not a flop when it came out. It was extremely popular. Everyone who was anyone had one in the early 2000s. But they were 50k which today would be like $84k today inflation adjusted. Gas was 93 cents in 2003. Price adjusted to today that's $1.55. So gas was super cheap and not an issue at all. It was only once gas prices went up over the decade that the H2 lost its appeal. Hummer tried to fix this with the H3 but then the 2008 Financial crisis hit and killed GM. The idea it lost due to its not being earth friendly was a false bias confirmation. But everyone was eventually programmed to acknowledge the cost to drive the hummer was expensive and forgot it used to be cheap. Today as a toy they are great since it's not the daily driver you need a lot of gas for. Even the 69 camaro ss gets less gas mileage than the H2. Yet I've never heard a sole complain about a 69 ss gas mileage. I might have had I'd lived in the 70s when gas got expensive though.

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for sharing your viewpoint! We appreciate you for stopping by!

[@alt0v14]

prius is slow for a reason - fuel economy, you know :D Hummer is slow for it's weight. And it even doesn't have a trunk.

[@thedesertroad]

But there's none other like it :) Thanks for stopping by!!

[@Lickxmyxkicks]

Im on my 2nd H2 and also own a H3 and i love my hummers

[@thedesertroad]

Great choice of cars! Thanks for stopping by!

[@squishypoop2856]

It's mostly jealousy

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for watching !

[@jamesjasmone3925]

6500 lbs is a half ton truck

[@thedesertroad]

Yep! It's a beast. Thanks for stopping by and watching our review!

[@valhouse9745]

Prrice

[@thedesertroad]

These typically sell in $20-$30K price range today depending on mileage and condition. Absolute steal if you ask us for what you are getting. Thanks for stopping by!

[@jeremiahthomas1385]

Spit on you. You know that is one thing most people will hit someone over lol. There is a reason you can't Spit on a police officer. Aka it's assault on a officer. Spitting on someone is the biggest form of disrespect 😤

[@thedesertroad]

Thanks for your feedback and for watching ! :)

[@johnyracercat]

Spit can transmit diseases as well. If you see someone spit on a cop, they will usually get decked.

[@danielkapp9468]

Might want to have a Nerf gun to shoot back at them then! If they want to be childish 2 can play at that game!!! (Best part is they wouldn't know what to do about it).

[@thedesertroad]

@@danielkapp9468 Haha good one! Thanks for commenting and watching our channel!!

[@mikyl-fo8rh]

I'd rather have a suburban.

[@thedesertroad]

Sure, that's another great alternative for the space, but nothing has the road panache quite like the H2! Thanks for stopping by :)

[@timkelly4954]

Which vehicle sucks more gas ... Hummers or Hondas ... Not so fast ... the answer is Hondas ... there are literally 10,000 Hondas on the road per each one Hummer still operating !!! But individually their fuel economy is so bad ... ! Do people buy Corvettes for fuel efficiency ... ??? But Corvettes go really fast ... ! So your saying you bought the vehicle to break the law ... ? The Hummer is the best Utility vehicle out there for the money ... close to the off road capability of a jeep Rubicon, more seats and cup holders than a Raptor ... Heavy enough to pull a trailer something jeeps can't do well ... with the ride of an escalade on the Highway ... all for $20k - $30k ... fully depreciated ... so keep up on your maintenance and your H2 will only gain in value as a collectors item ... while Rubicons and TRX and Raptors massively depreciate over the first 10 years ...

[@thedesertroad]

Haha - awesome feedback and thanks for stopping by!

[@adogeatingapieceofbread9335]

I think it is hideous

[@thedesertroad]

Hey thanks for your feedback and for watching !!

[@IbuildshipsWagnerEdmond]

I love my 03

[@thedesertroad]

Fantastic cars! Enjoy her - and thanks for stopping by the channel.

[@valhouse9745]

Prrice

[@thedesertroad]

You can currently find these H2s in the 20-30K range depending on condition and mileage! Thanks for watching!