A 20 Year Old Escalade Is The Best Luxury SUV You Can Buy. Period. (Long Term Update)

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#Cadillac #Escalade

[@MrYankees1017]

Regardless of what anyone says about Toyotas, Lexus or whatever 20 year old luxury SUV. No SUV has had the reputation this Escalade has. Every rapper, football/basketball player or famous celebrity had this SUV. It was featured in probably every rap video in those days. It's on its way to being a true American classic.

[@3n3ly7m9]

Yes. True American Classic in every ghetto black community.

[@Cassiemikalunas]

Facts!!! They are so beautiful my husband wants to buy me one for my first vehicle. We have bought trucks together but I've never had my own that I drive every day yah no. I'm just nervous with gas prices. But I'm not knowledgeable when it comes to car so I have no idea what to look for lol

[@kevinbolanos9995]

@@Cassiemikalunas gets 14mpg on highway 12 in the city i own a 2002 6.0 awd model and i love it

[@BillLaBrie]

Yeah, classic, cliché, whatever….

[@jaytimothy3645]

I just got a 2003 6.0 v8 and it gets 9.5 mpg average, the check engine came on for the Mass Airflow Sensor but then it went away on its own, how can i improve my gas mileage? Along with replacing that sensor if needed

[@jasonjohnson9892]

I have an 03 Escalade, it has 400,000 miles and its still my every day driver. Of course ive had to do some work but the original 6.0 motor and transmission is still going strong. I love my Escalade, best vehicle ive ever owned

[@DELTRANIO99]

Wow thats amazing ! Do you baby it with that kind of mileage ?

[@raphoton7582]

Really?400k

[@josephraper2092]

I have an 02 ext and it's got 296,000 and it's still strong.

[@Mabeylater293]

If only the new ones were this reliable. What work have you had to do to it?

[@Garciarebuild]

I have a 2011 gmc sierra sitting at 220 some and smooth as butter

[@lightningblue648]

GMT800 was one of the best platforms every built. You still see the trucks, SUVs, and Avalanches everywhere. I’m a Ford guy and will give it to GM. They build great trucks.

[@eternalthread7846]

I have an 06 chevy 1500 and I love it to deaf even as Ford guy, chevy had the better trucks in that era

[@jamesgrossett]

They use to

[@nitroxwolf2098]

Why would they change the GMT800....Why would anyone change the styeling from 2000's....I will rant but I will stop myself. By the way I also agree it was the best platforms to ever come out. But why if it aint broke then why fix it. If it is because of "safety" I am gonna flip out for real. And by the way 2003 Cadillac Escalade was one of the best SUV's to ever come out it is such a 2000's iconic SUV.

[@Ffffalllyalll]

My vortex engine on my 02 Escalade,is goin on to 260K miles with just minor routine repairs..

[@Br99klynINg24_8]

They used to build good trucks

[@6eostorm]

These Escalades are superior. I have a 2004 and it still runs like the first day I got it. It’s my daily driver. I drive it to work, to the mall, grocery shopping, to the movies, to the bar you name it we been there. Never had issues with my engine or my Air conditioner. I think I might have added freon once? The only maintenance issue I had over 6 years ago was a bad fuel pump, other than that I couldn’t be happier! I love it so much I recently repainted it and put 24” rims on it and a brand new sound system, nothing too crazy I don’t want it to get stolen. I love my baby. It’s the longest driven car I ever owned 😊

[@galil_6863]

"House real big, cars real big, belly real big everything real big!"

[@brianf1gtr215]

Midnight Club 3

[@mikesmith7259]

Shut up

[@matthewprunty1776]

@@brianf1gtr215yess

[@darens440]

I've been daily driving an 05 escalade for 8 months now and its surprisingly satisfying to drive. Everything but the fuel economy is just fantastic. If you don't drive a lot of miles and can fix minor things yourself this is the best bang for the buck luxury platform you can get your hands on.

[@jumper1294]

You couldn't have said it any better

[@AbandonedExplorationUrbex1979]

It uses a lot of gas? How much does it take to fill up? And how long does the gas last u?

[@jreyman]

You're not wrong. No one else does SUV's better than America, particularly GM (the best were made between 1995 - 2010, when the seats were super comfortable. The GMT-400 and GMT-800 based SUV's are also extremely reliable in addition to being comfortable.

[@Kcducttaper1]

You basically listed all the reasons I love my '08 Chevy Trailblazer. I could easily buy a brand new Lexus or AMG, but the Trailblazer is just what I like! It's super comfy, EVERYTHING works on it, it's quiet, REAL 4x4 with a locker (G80), super smooth, has everything I want without being overloaded with tech everything, and is equally comfortable driving across 3 states as it is popping down to the store for some groceries! I'd love to see an old Trailblazer (with 4x4 and the G80) on some of your offroad tests! I'm pretty sure the chassis is more capable than the front bumper!

[@timitonagain]

Didn't the Trailblazers have AC problems?

[@rexgratteaux8655]

GM just makes great platforms , I actually own 2 2004.5 LLY duramax chevy silverados 1 has 309k and 1 has 105k everything still works and I pull down 22+ mpg , can't beat that for a 3/4 ton pick up !

[@hakeemsd70m]

The GMT360 was a great platform, and the Atlas 6 is legendary. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying your TrailBlazer.

[@Pandaman69X0xo]

I’m am the proud owner of an 06 gmc envoy slt that is about to hit the 190k mark and it’s been a true pleasure owning it. I aspire to own an 06 Escalade esv in black or what ever color I am fortunate to come across when the time is right 😊

[@Kcducttaper1]

@@Pandaman69X0xo 230k on my Trailblazer now and still ticking like a clock!

[@johnnammachak2346]

Great review. Much respect Tommy. Got a white 06 with 24’s for nine years now. No issues, drives great and absolutely love it to this day. Don’t need new crazy expensive trucks, SUV’s. If it ain’t broke don’t fix or upgrade.

[@ZAKU-GD]

I just bought me a 2002 escalade AWD 6.0V8 vortec version 3 months back after my 2001 bmw 330ci's engine blew. its black, rare to fine them on private sellers market in fair and even decent condition. I got lucky, i love driving this truck, its seat comfort are better than most bimmers that I've owner over the last 5 yrs, this truck is such a underrated gem. just keep up with general maintenance and this thing will last the test of time. take care of it and it will take good care of you!! BOTTOMLINE.

[@raymondoset2456]

I have a Triple Diamond 2003 Cadillac Escalade and yes, I love it 227000 miles on it now.

[@brandonbarnwell7992]

I just bought a 2004 Cadillac Escalade and my gosh it’s drives better than all the newer cars I’ve ever driven! I’m super pleased with it. Sure it needs some little work but it’ll all get fixed eventually!!

[@bazosmarek7981]

how is cadillac so far? Happy for you

[@johneburke1]

Not only did GM prioritize quality on the escalade, but they prioritized quality on the GMT800 as a whole. Best vehicle ever made. I have multiple of them sitting in or around my shop now. And I daily drive a 05 suburban with 250k. Fully loaded, EVERYTHING works flawlessly still, and I just recently pulled my 26 foot camper with it on a 12 hour trip.

[@rhoodj]

GMT800... what the best year?

[@DafuckyallLookingAt]

Idk about “best vehicle ever made”

[@johneburke1]

@@DafuckyallLookingAt all around, definitely the best.. if not one of the best

[@scottysgarage4393]

@@DafuckyallLookingAt Overall, yes, best ever made. You'll find the occasional lemon but overall for durability, dependability, low maintenance cost and, when dressed right, luxury, nothing beats them to this day.

[@DafuckyallLookingAt]

@@scottysgarage4393 My tacoma is better

[@brandonbressman8577]

I’ve got a 2011 Mercedes E550 that I love, but I’m seriously looking into selling it to buy one of these. Simplicity, comfort, reliable, and cheap repairs & upgrades.

[@femensah]

I drive 2003 escalade. Over 300000 miles,still runs smooth

[@andrewolson4280]

I used to have an 04 Escalade EXT and I’ll tell you that I seriously miss that rig. Yes it’s the one that was designed after the Chevy Avalanche but it was much better looking and it had all of the same luxuries as demonstrated in this video plus some additional versatility to it. That 6.0 V8 was an absolute gem of an engine as well. You go into one of these expecting fuel economy then you’re obviously not looking for an suv but it definitely shines everywhere else.

[@jamescharles8663]

I was in college when this suv was first available. So many memories. Every cash money / rap song or video has this caddy in it.

[@quentins5692]

03-06 GMT800s have the absolute best seats ever put in a vehicle hands down. I just love American excess. Is it as “nice” as a Benz? No. But it’s *GIRTHY* and plushy

[@tylernewton7217]

I did the exact same thing - bought an 04 Escalade, pearl white from the estate of an old guy who recently passed and the thing is practically brand new! 67k miles! Had it for a couple years now and I love it. Completely reliable. The transmissions aren’t the greatest and that might go on me during my time with it. But for the money I paid, a rebuilt or new transmission isn’t going to bother me a bit. Great trucks if you can see past the old school “bling” factor.

[@tru3r3dbullzps44]

I have the same truck, same Color and year. it has been great. It now has over 300k on it and pulls my enclosed car hauler loaded with no issues.

[@user-zl7du3eg1r]

I've been driving this for 4 years, awesome car. Reliable, large and impressive so far. I think I'll go for a few more years.

[@jewllake]

I have a minty 2006 GMC yukon SLT 4x4 and it has been great! I do take it off road and it now has 140K miles. It came with BOSE and I upgraded the amp to the LUX Y91 out of a 2005 Escalade Platinum and at the same time I installed the touch screen navigation radio. Yes, it's outdated but it's cool and it does sound real good.

[@allevi5158]

Exactly why I am still in my 97 Yukon since new w/166k mi - best unit I've ever had

[@Thecarexchangepodcast]

My article on the 03 Escalade on Hotcars highlights why Tommy is right. It really is so good . That 6.0 is indestructible! It had flat top pistons for higher compression than the other LQ4 6.0’s and beefier connecting rods

[@alanhause2701]

Just bought a 2005 one owner Escalade a couple months ago ,after I wrecked my 05 Silverado that had almost 300 k on it, never had any problems with the engine except for a water pump and radiator, 6L is hard to beat. You can spend a little more on gas or spend it on repairs, I’ll go with spending more on gas. I’m impressed with all the bells and whistles this vehicle had back in ‘05, the rear ac is fantastic. You failed to mentioned that it comes with a tow package…you can zoom down the highway doing 75 mph with your Rv trailer in complete comfort!

[@ontherightside2647]

Don't go so fast if You are towing a RV trailer. It is dangerous. Repent and believe in the gospel of Jesus the Son of God, the Messiah.

[@atx4fun]

I bought an 02 Escalade new and thought I was having a mid life crisis. The thing drove the best of any vehicle that I ever owned. Comfort, performance, reliability, enough tech to be nice, but not over the top. I bought an 07 Tahoe expecting it to be very similar and was not even close. I miss it still even with gas prices now.

[@whyme3772]

The GMT800 platform is already 20 years old yet still the most iconic GM platform, and one of the most iconic truck/SUV platforms in general.

[@md2k8]

I like these older, 2003 Cadillac Escalade's in general, because they are solid, reliable and excellent body-on-frame large SUV's.

[@ManfredEWhite]

I have a friend who has a 2005 for 12 years. He changes is oil regularly & has no issues.

[@williamwest1974]

Watching this after putting another 600 miles on my 09 Yukon Denali XL. Nothing beats it for long drives through flyover country.

[@604h22a]

Bring the good ol times back I was just graduating high school

[@itzchaseyboi]

I think you hit this right on the head. An Escalade is just one of those well known vehicles worldwide and for good reason. My dream car is actually a 2004 Escalade in that bright blue color like every rapper or basketball player had. They look sharp on the outside, the interior is unmatched to any other SUV in luxury and comfort and all around this generation Escalade is just great. Sadly I've never got to sit in one or drive one but I have driven a GMC Denali about this model year so I got a good idea what an Escalade would be like and I have wanted one pretty much my whole life. Thank you for this in depth review of it.

[@bahmdigity]

One of the most reliable cars i own hands down. You guys should've kept it for road trips. I have 240k on my 6.0l and still runs smooth with no oil leaks.

[@ronsimpson9786]

We owned an 06 Yukon XL, a 2012 Yukon and now a 2014 Escalade ESV. Excellent quality.

[@jreyman]

I miss the comfortable GM seats of the late '90's-early 2000's, designed for driving many hours on the road. The seats in the new GM trucks might as well be concrete.

[@Boogy816]

Definitely agree with that. The seats in my friend's 04 Tahoe are way more comfortable than the seats in my other friend's 11' Yukon

[@comandermcgarrett7795]

my 07 new body silverado is super comfortable to me but the newer 14 to 18 trucks have hard seats and dont start with the brand new trucks.

[@brokernicksassi]

You are absolutely right. I’m going to get one just for those seats. I have a 2016 fully loaded 4 x 4 platinum Escalade I love it but it does have a firm European field to it.

[@carolinecaroline2264]

Just bought the 2002 Escalade today and YES...i love this thing so far, i am looking forward to doing a couple of upgrades. I saw a video about the 5 upgrades you should door for a Tahoe...so good idea.

[@030glennful]

I have my 04 ESV founded 3 years ago, lived in Palm Beach Florida where Hurricane Catrina hits the truck, shipped to Germany and i found it on the boarder by Belgium ( live in the Netherlands myself ) but i did alot on it nothing engine or transmission wise because it was and still is good, the inside and electric features were good for a little refresh and now 3 years later i will not replace it quickly for a other GMT800 model or a new model...! i love it so much, driving a (GMT800) avalanche a tahoe and a silverado (2 gen ) in the past but my ESV my opinion the most comfort best and nicest truck i ever owned and still will own for alot of years!❤

[@jakubkrawczyk6418]

As a European I love this car as well. Future classic in my opinion

[@svpracer98]

I have so many memories of taking road trips in a GMT 800 series SUV. If I could find a like new example, I'd drive it till the wheels fell off.

[@tysoncurrie7745]

I don't know what GM is doing with their A/C systems but they are some of the best in the automotive industry. Every GM vehicle I have/had has awesome A/C and I live in AZ where it puts them to the test every year, I have had other vehicles that were not GM and the A/C either sucks or just gets you by. My 2004 Suburban has 200k on it and runs strong and the A/C freezes me out during the summer. I did do the E-fan conversion with OEM escalade electric fans and the oem electric fan harness to the ECM and it helps during the summer. I can be sitting in traffic with it being 110 to 115 outside and freeze my but off inside my Suburban, I love it 🥶. I have a 2007 trailblazer that isn't as good as the Suburban but it is still pretty cold and a 2012 impala that in cold as well. I also have a 1996 2500 GMC 7.4L Suburban that slso has great A/C in it as well. I love GM A/C systems. 😁

[@Eklectic1]

For a very long period of time General Motors was heavily invested in the Frigidaire corporation. I guess GM was seriously taking some notes on refrigeration. As I type this I am in San Diego where the temperature is about 90 degrees but the AC inside my 2006 Silverado Z71 has the temperature at about 70 degrees, and I have the fan on level 2.

[@tysoncurrie7745]

@@Eklectic1 Cool, didn't know that about GM and Frigidaire, makes sense. Sounds like there is something wrong with your A/C system and should be checked. FYI as I live in Arizona the clutch fan at a stop light or in traffic wasn't keeping up with pulling air across the Condenser and is why I upgraded to the OE e-fan conversion and haven't had any issue since, and at 115°f outside it runs between 43°f and 45°f out the vents when stopped and 38°f while driving that is from my 2004 suburban, my other GM vehicls are closer to 60°f because I haven't done much on trying to make them cooler. I am also a mechanic

[@IKhanNot]

You make a good point about the style of vehicle that does best on American style road trips. A Caddy with comfy soft seats and giant cupholder for a big soft drink and snacks is far better for the vast amount of driving one does on a road trip.

[@hkm_865]

Agreed 03-06 Escalades and denalis were some of the best SUV’s ever made especially 05,06 with the touch screen nav system

[@HDmanzano1995]

Love these cars! My family had one growing up. It was over 10 years old when we got it. It was my grandmas baby before she passed. After we had it for a while it went to my cousin and it got him through college. It’s still running and in the family. You will have electrical issues. There will be some things that pop up, but if you can afford to fix them and do the proper maintenance they’ll just keep going.

[@201231]

I got a 03 Escalade Ext just I replaced the front end steering, inner/outer tie rods pitman/idler arm , Axles upper control arm with upgraded ball joints and moog hubs

[@Dex99SS]

Sooo... Not sure if yours aren't working or what... but there is for sure bolstering. It's even adjustable. It can literally squeeze you as much as you want it to. . . and remember it, amongst 12 other ways, for 2 drivers... along with mirrors, pedals, courtesy settings, etc. Also, the most desirable ones are 04-06, though all 800's are great. But there are little bits and bobs that get better at those years over the early ones. Better things and more things as well, more amenities. The nav system did become touch screen on the next model, the following year forward would get that one. Annd, worth mentioning... you need to EQ your music to get good sound from the BOSE system, but it can be really really good... even the built in sub. Same with the tahoes and suburbans/yukons, etc... Even just using an android device with software eq, patched into the factory system, you can get some really respectable rumbles out of the thing... as well as really isolating the mids and highs to whatever levels you desire. There are dedicated tweeters, mids, and lows... it's a full component system. Also also... having the air shocks working is good, but having the actual magride / valve actuated ride control deal working, really makes a big difference. Most are converted to poo poo Monroe shocks up front by now, often out back too.

[@koreyjentes6905]

I have an ‘06 GMC Envoy Denali, basically the smaller GMC version of the Escalade. I have leather seats, memory seating, heated seats, I added an Apple CarPlay radio, automatic dual climate zones, and air ride suspension. It only has 75k miles on it now way more luxury features than I could get on a modern car for $10k when I bought it with 58k miles

[@daveriley6310]

I just bought a first generation Navigator for some of the same reasons that you are praising the Escalade, which was also on my list of possibles. I put 2,300 miles on it in 3 days driving it to Alaska from Seattle. It begins its new life this month replacing a Ram 1500 for boat towing duty. Less than 100k miles on it, so it should be good for decades of duty at 1,000 miles or less per year.

[@BuiltDifferent13]

The 3rd gen isn't bad especially 2007-2008 they had 6.2l without AFM... 07-13 the first few years had non AFM engines and 4L60s... Mostly work truck models

[@toddprater14]

07/8 had the l92 6.2 no afm .the 09’ had one year only L9H (vin 2) no afm - in the Denali& Escalade SUV’s…. 2010 -2014 6.2 in suvs Had afm…l94…. i tell everyone that hates afm get above mentioned years if they want a suv with no afm ….The 07-13 1500 trucks Denali ( 6.2 standard) or slt &ltz trucks with available 6.2 (2009-13’) these are ALL - L9H vin 2 motors. The Sierra slt and the Silverado ltz trim in 2007 &2008 are a 6.0..like in this truck in video….

[@richfarfugnuven6308]

It's crazy that you can buy an almost 700HP Escalade now 20 years later...

[@rexgratteaux8655]

I totally agree about the escalade, awesome suv for the money , and the LQ9 6.O is a detuned vette motor

[@johneburke1]

Well, the vette would have came with a ls2 of that year. Lq9 is just a LQ4 with flat top pistons. Ls2 and lq9 are still LS engines yes, but still very different

[@2ssilence281]

Still truckin my 2004 esv platinum. Under 175k. The rust in the rear is killin me but I’m keeping it for ever. For. Ever. Forrr. Evvv. Errr.

[@thewhitedemon0761]

That GM leather seat is like a lazboy couch for you and even back in 2002 they were still comfortable and that’s a prime example

[@techevar]

There is a reason Tim Mcgraw drives one. Yes, you heard that right. He has, I think, a 2004 or 2005? It's the second gen for sure and he loves it! I have a 2006 ESV and I drive my kids in it everywhere. I love it so much I just put a new fresh coat of paint on it since the clear coat was fading in certain spots. These trucks were 60K back then and GM made sure everything was quality at the time.

[@tomc8115]

Sweet. I'd love to find a well kept Escalade EXT.

[@kclefthanded427]

This SUV is made as intended, not for the Nuburgring and I'm okay with it. Powertrain is awesome and parts are readily available

[@BigUnc810]

I have 2004 that I’ve been rebuilding. My next upgrades is lowering it a few inches in the back and Texas speed cam kit with 2800 stall

[@RockBassTv]

Yo, it's Rob Thomas from Matchbox 20! Great video, live this channel!

[@ScarabChris]

Re-post from the "over land" video...... Yes these are beasts of a truck. I have a 2008 Escalade EXT which is the pick up or "Avalanche" version and I have owned it since 2012, bought as a certified pre-owned with 30,000 miles. It currently has just over 100K miles. My truck has the 6.2 with 408 stock HP and all wheel drive. I don't take it off road but I do pull a large travel trailer and an even bigger boat. I have a 35+ foot boat with multiple engines that weighs in at over 10,000 pounds, add 2500 pounds trailer included. I love the look of people at the boat ramp at low tide when they see the massive boat I'm about the pull out of a steep wet boat ramp. They say "you aren't pulling that boat out with that truck"! Most boaters think you need a 3500 dually diesel 4X4 to pull anything bigger than a 22 footer. My Escalade pulls the boat out like it's not even there. The key is having the boat set right on the trailer so you have just the right amount of weight on the hitch. The weight of the 6.2 on the front wheels and the "stabilitrack" will do the rest for you. Lightly feather the gas peddle and up she goes.

[@mavrickmiller2755]

Man just that center console is bigger than some cars whole interior 😂

[@donaldwhite8164]

You nailed it buddy, I've got the same truck only difference is mine is an 04 but it a beast.

[@pbear216]

I really miss my 2002 GMC Yukon XL with barn doors!

[@eternalthread7846]

Any 99-07 gm truck platform is amazing

[@fredc8618]

06*

[@Daniel_5.4]

I own a 2003 yukon with the 5.3 but for that year it’s amazing

[@bamafencer12]

Bought an 02 Escalade in 2020 from on old guy and it was by far the best vehicle I ever owned and the parking sensors worked too. Rode like a yacht beast. Stick with GMT 800s.

[@alanwignall3016]

Impressive. The Entune in my 2016 Camry SE I bought new stopped working after 6 years at around 185k miles. So much for Toyota quality!!

[@_VI666]

Man ive been looking everywhere to buy a 2nd gen escalade, it’s so hard but 1 day ill have it

[@techevar]

That are hard to find in good condition. It took me about six months.

[@GEAN918]

Best SUV I've ever owned, better than the Range Rover, Jeep or Nissan SUVs I had. I've owned a few of them and actually currently in the market on getting another 2nd Gen to add to my collection. Great video.

[@DoodleTheNibber]

My 02 Escalade powers along with a 6.0 awd can’t go wrong getting one

[@brokernicksassi]

Love it. You guys inspired me to go find a big one

[@kingarchnyc]

There is another one of these in my garage vs my own 2020 Esv… always thought he should have upgraded, but did not know it is that reliable

[@ashurhistory]

Ofc it works for straight big roads with zero turns. Try small roads with corners and icy surface winter time.

[@fscottgray9784]

You have mentioned a strange smell on this vehicle a few times in the videos. TFL should buy themselves a OZone generator for all of their fleet vehicles. A night of pumping in Ozone would kill the odors in vehicles without perfuming up the smell. As many vehicles as you go through it would be a wise investment for you to own.

[@codkiller2025]

The GMT400 and GMT800s had the absolute best seats (cloth or leather, doesn't matter both are amazing) any American manufacturer has made within the last 30 years. Change my mind, I bet you can't Bonus, the later gmt800 wheel, like 03-06/07(depending on the model) was one of the most comfortable to hold for hours on end

[@SkippyGoLippy]

Currently in a low mile 05 Tahoe and even though I'd love the escalade after spending time in several as a kid I just can't get rid of a gmt800 till they really go and they just keep running! I smile when friends with new trucks call mine a beater when theirs will end up in a shop being new sooner than me driving years without a trip to the shop at all in a 20 yo truck 😂

[@ChiefRickyRC]

The only thing a old caddy worries about is a new one

[@jacobhillanbrand7988]

Love the review. Im thinking about purchasing one of these with 130,000 miles. Decent priced. I currently have the old school 98 yulon so this would be somewhat of an upgrade 😂. I dont have 100k for a new one but under 5 k might be worth it.

[@scottysgarage4393]

As a dealer, engineer and mechanic for 40 years I can assure you no, when I think of quality and reliability I never think of Lexus or Mercedes and NOBODY thinks of Nissan/reliability in the same sentence. LOL

[@joeculpepper2235]

It’s the exact same 6.0 as all others, but with flat top pistons giving it 10.1:1 compression. Same heads (317 casting). Same cam, etc.

[@kevin9c1]

Same cam as the LQ4? You sure?

[@joeculpepper2235]

@@kevin9c1 100% sure as long as it’s an 01+ LQ4 with aluminum heads. The early LQ4 (99/00) with iron heads and a longer crank used a different, smaller cam.

[@thebunz7]

They're basically the Corvette motor of the era.

[@alfredoibarra9825]

Watching from the comfort of my 04 EXT.

[@mactagg8814]

I have a 2003 Escalade ESV 228,000 miles. Runs strong. I love it! IF I purchase another Escalade in the future, an early 2015 will be my choice. Thanks for this video!👍👍

[@Trek2539]

I don't really like all the plastic cladding and the giant square headlights, but I very much like the engine and the GMT800 platform. Similar year Denali would better suit my taste.

[@svalenti94]

I believe the 6.0L in the Escalade was the “LQ9” which had flat top pistons versus the “LQ4” found in the other trucks which had domed pistons (lower compression)

[@danziger69]

You don't have to apologize for saying Europe doesn't understand American driving...they don't. I lived in Europe for two years (driving a BMW 328i) and have vacationed there a bunch. Totally different. Now I really want to buy an Escalade.

[@danziger69]

I miss real gauges...

[@bmwman1029]

Coming from a German car enjoyer, the GMT800 is one of if not the best GM truck platform they came out with. No I can't stand how hideous the interior is, but the seats are like sitting in just the biggest recliner you could throw in a truck. Don't need no bolsters cause I just want my living room on wheels lol. Also these things hold up really well no doubt.

[@BuiltDifferent13]

Honestly, those SUVs are the best ones ever made. Tahoe suburban avalanche It doesn't matter, I mean anything with the third generation. Small block and a 4060 should be great for a long time. I mean if they came manual which they never did in the SUVs it would be even better. Imagine a manual swap Tahoe two-door OBS with a LS engine

[@jumper1294]

Bro I'm cheesing imagining that build. There's plenty of people out there with enough money how do we get the word out

[@KalleSWBeck]

My 2002 Sierra denali is the best vehicle I’ve owned.

[@mazdaman1286]

I do enjoy your channel. I do however find it hilarious that you tube has placed Jaguar advert's at the beginning and throughout your videos. As a mechanic the amount of problems the diesel and the electric versions have unbelievable. I don't work on electric cars , someone who does and works at a dealership reliably informs me that learning brain surgery would be easier. As for the 2.0 ingen diesel...I will never be out of work , although if it's more than 7 or 8 years old the rising repair costs are no longer economical to private owners. Still keep going , great reviews and fantastic scenery 👍👍👍👍

[@thefreshprinceofgreenhills]

Best part is when you put on the accents lol great vid btw, 03 Escalades cost 5 grand now here in the Philippines

[@3knwestos991]

Hopefully by now you figured out the hood latch

[@CoachMacho954]

272k miles on my 05 and it's been great to me. I'm never getting rid of it.

[@gmangarcia171]

Tommy I must agree with you on the Escalade been the best thing to have. I used to drive celebrities and high profile personal. But when the ESV came out it became the most popular requested vehicle. I loved it up to the 2010 after that I kind of lost intrest.

[@WS21310]

Definitely the best SUV especially the 2nd generation this one is a classic it will never go out of style or lose value

[@joseromero344]

I've ALWAYS loved those escaladea the design is BEAUTIFUL 😍 I want to get one but I have so many cars

[@japhethbonnema]

Why doesn't this one have the ventilated seats, it looks like it has the seat ventilation holes, and it doesn't have the heated and cooled cup holders either

[@crownvicinterceptor7234]

you are just like your dad! perfect car guy he raised you good..

[@daveslastchance]

I have an '05 Escalade EXT. Bought used with 54k on it, now 148k. I've replaced water pump twice, brake lines, many sets of pads and rotors, power steering pump, replaced air shocks with standard shocks after air pump failed twice. Now, CD player doesn't work, 6-CD player seems to function, but no sound comes from it, driver's side heated seat comes on by itself repeatedly, had to have all the blend doors replaced with labor which was a $2,000 job! So, mechanically, it's been great, but it's at the point now where all this other stuff is failing and it's become a financial drain... oh, and rocker panel rust on both sides is getting worse every year.

[@thatotherguy1]

I have the same year with exactly the same issues you mentioned. My drivers side heated seats only act up after heavy rain. The other stuff I deal with when I have to. Every year I keep saying "next year I going to upgrade " ,but to be honest, I still love driving it. Bought it with 50,000 miles, 14 years ago and have 170,000 on it now. My goal was to hit 200,000. We'll see!

[@heydavemyers1]

@@thatotherguy1 got rid of mine almost a year ago since it would not pass PA state inspection. They wanted over $4,000 to fix rust in rear frame, replace rear bumper and supports, etc., etc., I finally had enough and sold it for $4,000. Too many other niggling problems that were pissing me off every time I drove it, too, so I'm glad to see it go. I do miss it though, that is - I miss the vehicle it once was....

[@ultimaetsolder]

Same my 2001 Celica. 500 million miles and not even broken in.

[@rustbeltrobclassic2512]

It's funny, in 2003 in NYC you see these and the esv version of these everywhere.. then in 2007 when the economy tanked and fuel prices skyrocketed, GM couldn't give these away.. I remember seeing ads for 40% under sticker..

[@johnwall725]

Had my 03 money green 8 years only thing that 6.0 needed was a altanator

[@pwatom22]

At 5 to $6/gal going to impact resale prices. Great review.