It’s scary how much trucks are these days. Granted you get so much more in a truck today versus 20 years ago but $50,$60,$70,000+ for a pickup truck is hard to swallow.

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

Average transaction price has risen to over $45k! It is crazy.

@porscheguy09

5 жыл бұрын

TestDriveNow Reviews by Auto Critic Steve Hammes I bought my first car in 1992 from my older brother who bought it brand new a few years before. It was a 1989 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat that he bought new for $14,700. Granted trucks have come a long way since then but I think the cheapest F-150 you can get today is over $25k. Big changes over the years.

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

Ryan Lange For sure! So much profit to be made in trucks that the OEMs keep pushing the envelope in terms of features and pricing. You can even option certain Ford trucks to over $100k now.

@18Darkside

5 жыл бұрын

How long do you think these new trucks will last compared to the old ones? I'm betting 10 years tops

@anthonyj810

5 жыл бұрын

@@stevehammes For 45k all you get is a 1500/f150. If you want a 2500hd or 3500hd or f250/f350 diesel which are needed for heavy towing you're going to spend 54-56k just for a base model with barely any features, 62-65k for fully loaded.

I can’t believe you don’t have a million subscribers. It’s hard to see a guy like Doug Demuro with two million plus and you with 60k or so. You are so much more articulate and comprehensive. Even though he is an entertaining guy and I enjoy some of his stuff, his clown like delivery gets a bit old when you want to get a serious take on a vehicle. Keep up the outstanding reviews Steve, you produce stellar reviews and I always look forward to watching.

@crackalackinstackin7186

5 жыл бұрын

*But this guy doesn't have as many quirks and features*

@ministerc9513

5 жыл бұрын

Having a "better" presentation isn't usually what the masses want. People want easy to digest, fun, even shallow content. Think about all the garbage tv shows which get higher ratings than superior programming.

@chuck6958

5 жыл бұрын

couldn't agree more... Steve, keep up the good work!

We love the 2019 Silverado and the Trail Boss is one of our favorite trim options. Great video and thanks for sharing!

6.2l needs to be offered on all trim levels.

@brennansquad

5 жыл бұрын

Need to get the AT4 from GMC

@Meg8554

5 жыл бұрын

Also the tail gate should be on the silverado too. If they are going to compete with Ford, they will need the tailgate from the GMC trucks.

@dylangill23

5 жыл бұрын

They do have a 6.2 for this

@dropdestroy

5 жыл бұрын

ltz as well

@clarktm1275

5 жыл бұрын

Yes it is odd you can get the 6.2 in the GMC AT4 but you can't in the Chevrolet Trailboss. Agrivating.

I like the way they incorporated diffusers into the front facia for drag reduction at the front tires. The appearance also adds to the aggressive looks.

I am so glad I found your channel! I subscribed right away! Thank you for your excellent test drive and review of the Chevy Trailboss. I am excited to watch more of your content!

I just bought the same northsky blue one.. love the truck!! Traded my 15 carbon rally 2 which i loved but not an off road truck..

Lol he said fuel economy and parking. 😂 brother you've got New York plates on that thing. Down here in Texas, you wouldnt complain about that 😉

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

Jake Vance Must be nice to live in a state where you’re not taxed to death.

@bradgreenwell6097

4 жыл бұрын

I have no problems parking my Z71 Texas Edition. I love that 6.2!!

@dc1300

4 жыл бұрын

I laughed too when you talked about the issues with parking and fuel. Here in Texas gas is about $2.35 and parking this would be so easy. Most of my neighbors have F250 Super Duty which are much bigger.

This is the first new silverado that looks absolutely awesome in my opinion! I can't wait to trade up!

Now im impressed good looking truck

For a lot less money, I bought the WT, SUMMIT WHITE had side steps and bed cover added. The WT has dark grey vinyl seats with fold down center console, rubber floor mats, black painted rear bumper and black painted front end that matches trail boss CHEVROLET cutout on grill front crossbar in black, OEM Red tow hooks and 20" wheels were added to match trail boss look. All in all a great truck for under $40k plus tax. Interior controls will be familiar to Chevy owners, plus infotainment system is compatible with IPHONE and ANDRIOD with hands free calls. Not bad all in all. I like the look and really like the ride, oh yeah, they also made the turning radius much better. It still feels like a truck and that's what I need for work.

Test drove a truck exactly like this one. Absolutely awesome vehicle!!

That's a darn good looking truck! My dealer gave me an LT Trail Boss as a loaner while they fixed a tinting issue on my '18 Silverado... loved the stance and commanding view from the driver seat. Those side steps are a must too ... they look and feel great.

Love this sporty and muscle Trail Boss. Cant wait to own this truck. I plan to purchase one at the end of this month.

@RBZ06LT6

5 жыл бұрын

Young TK nice. Id like to have the money right now at this point of my life. Plus, its the first 1/2 ton i would consider buying.

@mikealessi7006

5 жыл бұрын

Wish i could

@garrettgilbertson8637

5 жыл бұрын

If you wait a year you'll get it for less w less depreciation than brand spanking new...just saying. I'll get one in a few years. Just bought my 2015 black ext cab silvy a year ago. Great truck.

Just picked up a 2019 tonight. put about 100 miles on it and i averaged 18.3 MPG. This includes the occasional Flooring it to feels DA POWAH!. Love it so far.

A great video by the way. I have a watched a ton of videos on KZread for the Trail Boss and Rebel and by far this is the best one. You sound good, give the right info, have amazing 4K video shots and its not too long and rambling. Keep up the good work. Personally I just need a 2019 Rebel review to help me decide which one to get. :-)

didn't like the Chevy when i first saw it online but saw one in person in white with black wheels and such. NIIIICE

@courtneymoyer6492

5 жыл бұрын

How about navy blue with white wall tires.😀

@joeg2596

5 жыл бұрын

Same here, I didn't like them and ended up buying one LOL

saw this at my work yesterday... its a beast even a tundra is like a lito kid next to it.

Brilliant sound quality, my respect

Great review buddy!!

God blessed me with a 2020 trail boss this week, coming from a 2017 ram I'm so happy. Always been a Chevy guy anyway. I have 2001 tahoe daily driver for 11 years now. She Runs like a top

I thought this truck was ugly when I first saw the reveal, but I saw it in person and I have to admit, as a ford guy, the front looks really nice. The rear still kinda look like a tundra and it's not too good looking but the front is extremely pleasant to look at.

@slumpnmyrump4986

5 жыл бұрын

I think it's still butt fuking ugly. New Rams and Ford's are better but not by much.

@deadeyedickification

5 жыл бұрын

As a GM buyer at heart, I hated the new look at first. But I'm like you...after seeing one in person I like it a lot. The Fords and Dodges still beat GM trucks in interior (unless you have a GMC Denali), but from everything I've watched and read by reviewers, the new GM trucks are beating their competition in actual functionality and driving.

@zimks

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, the trail boss front end looks really good! Still not a big fan of the rear though

@RD-xv3yb

5 жыл бұрын

The fenders and right above the fenders just bother me. I hated the new body style when they were first revealed too but they’ve grown on me a little bit. The fenders just make me cringe a little bit though.

@CarPanthers9119

5 жыл бұрын

Same to me. Saw it for the first time in person last week. It's not as bad as I gave it credit for. Granted, not how I would go about buying an over $50k truck, with a "meh, not bad" mentality. I wouldn't mind renting it.

Thanks Steve. Solid review as always. I love the way the Trail Boss looks. Question... did the 5.3L V8 seem sluggish?

Steve as always another excellent review! I’d love to get the trail boss, but the pricing is just nuts! With taxes and registration you are gonna be paying north of 60k easily. I admit the trucks have come a long ways over the years but pricing and decreasing mpg I’m surprised they cost this much still!

$56k in 2018 looks good... too bad I'm not a doctor to afford these fancy nice trucks... if I could I'd definitely buy this

@hfr8343

5 жыл бұрын

Lease it

@myquickjab2098

5 жыл бұрын

If you make 56 yearly u can buy one too

All these automatic technologies should have been made MANUAL with a permanent ON/OFF: - Rear Locker - Engine Auto Stop - Dynamic Fuel Management

i have the 2019 LT , i tinted the windows, got the bed liner sprayed on, leveling kit, i love my truck, i'm going to put some good tires on it when the stock ones wear out but i'm keeping the stock chevrolet wheels.

You sound like you're from MotorWeek haha! Great review!

I don't think anything has ever grown on me as much as this new silverado! A couple months ago, I was not a fan....but man has that changed. These trail boss editions are sweet! its the price tag that is hard to swallow.....

Great video! Mean looking truck! Really loving it.

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

This is one of the best reviews I've seen in a long time. Thank you for the superb production.

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Abraham!

Wow.....$60k..... someone hurry up and get one and use it for 4 years and i will buy it from you used. Cash deal!

@moparcharger8642

4 жыл бұрын

Keith Webster i have 3 more yrs

@rebelroy11

4 жыл бұрын

My LTZ/Z71 was listed at 56k and bought for 46k. Has 100 more option than the trail boss. Not sure where they get these prices.

This is so far the nicest review I've seen on the new Silverado/Sierra twins. I was waiting for you to mention how this isn't as nice as the Ram on the inside. And what's the hate with hard plastic and auto journalists? Almost every production car, even Bentley and Rolly Royce, has hard plastic somewhere in the interior. Including the new Ram. Some just hide it better than others.

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

I did drive a top-of-the-line Ram 1500 last week but it wouldn't be fair to compare that to the Trail Boss; the High Country, yes. Thanks for checking out the video. May I call you Eli Manning? ;-)

@quadmania59

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Best 19' Silverado Review yet. Thanks.

@JoshSTEELERS

5 жыл бұрын

The only reason I probably noticed the issue with the Silverado feeling weak due to the shift programming (Shifting to 6th quickly for MPG) and the harsher ride was because of coming from a Ram to it. That it's also why I noticed that the real world MPG was so good... He swears that the HEMI is a lot more powerful and would smoke his Silverado because he doesn't run it hard and I imagine a lot of ppl would think the same if they didn't know the specs.

@youngblood23rb

5 жыл бұрын

Give me the long lasting easy to maintain hard plastics everywhere my ass or elbows do not touch, knock 10 grand off the price and I would be happy

@Oozywolf

5 жыл бұрын

I have zero clue. My Colorado is mostly plastic and I wouldn't want anything else. Easy to clean, cheaper to replace if something goes wrong, durable, and looks fine. Idk why anyone would obsess over having a soft dashboard. Wtf are you doing to feel your dashboard all the time??? 😂

Nice review

Good job on the vid

This Trail Boss looks good. I'm gonna be looking at these next spring.

Have seen a few in person on the road, these things are almost the size of an F250

I would totally be getting this. I picked up the 2018 Z71 and had the dealer install a 2.25" front level kit and 3" spacer in the rear to keep the factory rake... Also had them put on a set of 33" Nitto Ridgegrapplers, and I then removed the front upper and lower air dam, plus the "chrome mustache" had to go, and installed a Rough Country double row LED lightbar in between the rescue hooks to clear that gap up... And then a month later I saw this new Trail Boss and was like DAMN! That's the truck I should have bought, and would have waited, had I known... At this point I have pretty much made my truck a Trailboss, so I can't justify trading it in on the new one yet, but as much as I like mine, I really like this new model.

Great review!

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jason!

Great review. My friend has the 2018 4inch elevation.....it rides great. Lots of space in the cab and box. A bit expensive for me.

I'm not wed to any brand and took my time looking at them all. This is the truck I went with and couldn't be happier. GM got this truck right!

@scottdriscoll5353

5 жыл бұрын

I just traded in my 2017 ltz for it...went from a 13 duramax to that ltz.....I don't haul to much but I'm a bit worried about the 5.3 power stepping down from the 6.2 having said that going from the duramax to the 6.2 the power wasn't an issue , the feel of driving such a small truck was, hence why I liked the TB when I seen it....whats your take on it speed power wise etc?

I'm so impressed by chevy with this truck. I really like it.

Truck is nice specially in black or dark grey. I would put a different aggressive bumper on it though, and some big tires.

It looks mean in person

I like it, and those running boards are dope.

Hell yeah that's a great looking machine..😲😯🧐😮!!!

How did you find the seat comfort? I just drove a Trail Boss and Rebel back to back and the Trail Boss had hard flat leather seats that left me uncomfortable on a short drive.

This truck is badass

About the cost: In 1964 I went on a class trip to the New York Worlds Fair and saw the Ford Mustang being introduced. It would cost around $2400. In the 90's I was doing pretty good financially and purchased a home stereo for around $10,000.00. In 2015 I purchased a middle of the road Ford F 150, for around 50K. I have lost touch with the business world being in retirement and sometimes I"m amazed at what the car companies can give the customer for 20K, and then I am amazed at how little you get for 57K. I believe it is all in knowing what your customers wants. If you can even consider a PU truck then you are in bracket that indicates you have and are willing to spend money. The add ons are real money makers and what's another 5K if you are willing to part with 50K. Still GM along with the other manufacturers are willing to gouge their customers. Although honesty is the best policy I was never under the illusion that car companies acted that way. Note that when buying you must set a limit as to what you are willing to spend and don't be afraid to start thousands perhaps even 10K under the asking price.. Do your homework meaning no book values of old and new. You've nothing to loose except your money.

Definitely getting a 6.2 💪🏻

One word.... NICE !!!

This is a great time to buy a new Silverado - especially during Chevy's Truck Month!

It would be nice if the new truck had automatic locking/unlocking tail gates. It would be like another vehicle door. You can have a secure bed cover that is tougher than a glass window, and have the convenience of automatically locking the tail gate. Other models of trucks, i.e. The Avalanche, had this feature over ten years ago.

@brennansquad

5 жыл бұрын

They do, it locks with the key fab

@Sweet68Camaro

5 жыл бұрын

Like said before. You can't open the tailgate without the key fob. So in essence it is a locking tailgate.

Great review Steve. Do you think the price on this truck is an over reach?

I just got my 2020 LT Trail Boss on 29 Feb for 43k. Brand new with 12 miles on it.

@stevehammes

4 жыл бұрын

Congrats!

@scottydoesntknow254

4 жыл бұрын

@@stevehammes thanks. I love it. Too bad the wife keeps stealing it 🤬

The red hooks are also on the reline edition truck !!

Awesome

I couldn't afford to pay 50 or 60 thousand for a trail boss so I bot a custom model Silverado for 41 thousand. It doesn't have all the extras and niceties like the trail boss or the LT model has, but it has the things that are most important to me. It has the 5.3 motor with the 3.42 rear end and the toe package. It is for wheel drive with a locking rear diff and it has a great filling ride to it just like the more expensive models do.

Looks good in this color, hated it when they first revealed it though

Nice looking truck .... I bought the 2020 ram rebel but I was very turn apart because o liked both a lot ... I tested both and both to me were equally good but I got a better deal for the ram....

it's growing on me but still want the midnight edition

The Trail Boss with the lift and chrome delete looks good. The other trims levels not so much. Chevy, please put the 6.2L in this trim.

I like the look of the chevy fenders without that plastic guard the GMCs have. Cleaner and less cheap looking. Not sure which one has the better front end though.

Max tow capacity is not available in the Trail Boss, you need to step up to the LTZ or High Country with the 6.2L v8 and 3.42 axel ratio to get the 12500+ lb towing capacity . On the TB the tail gate is only a power unlock, it then uses gravity to drop itself using dampers to soften it, to close it you have to manually lift it back. The High Country has a true power tailgate that will go up and down at the push of a button. The exhaust does sound good but it’s not a true dual, it’s a single that splits. the corner bumper steps are bigger/deeper across the new Silverado line up, not just on the Trail Boss. Finally You took the time to put this review together and didn’t even mention anything about the new engine management system or that in general the new 2019 Silverado makes mix use of steel and aluminum and is in the area of 400lbs light than the outgoing model.

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

Well, you just said it for me!

Great review! And kudos for removing the steps for offroading... Those and the chin spoilers have no place offroading.

I've had a few Silverados as rentals, and they really do park like boats. my biggest gripe with GM products is the use of cheap looking and feeling plastics in cars that are that price range. The trucks from the big 3 can take a few lessons from each other, and come up with something actually worth those prices if it has quality materials inside.

I would have liked to see GM use K02s instead of Duratracs ... I just a set on my '18 Silverado (stock size, 275/55/20) and the noise difference on the highway is negligible. Most K02 reviews would agree which is why I went with them over the Duratrac; many reviews comment on the road noise of the Duratracs. I noticed the road noise immediately when I took the Trail Boss out as a loaner.

Sure looks good.

I love this new truck. I have a question. I have a 2019 Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss. How can I tell if my truck automatic change from V8 to V4 and to V2 while driving on highway? Anyone please help.

It's just great

GM should build a suburban 2500 trail boss.

The Trail Boss looks bad ass but my issues are it doesn't compare even close to the updated Rebel interior. The driver seating feels cramped as hell, I'm 6'2 270 and the moment I sat inside I knew what sardines went through, now that backseat is full of room... but I won't be back there.

TRD Pro ALL DAY . GOOD REVIEW .

It's built for offroad so it's not going to get the best fuel economy, plus Chevy is the only one who can still build v8 motors that get around 20 miles per gallon

@andrue17

5 жыл бұрын

Franklin Stidham fords 5.0 gets 20-23 mpg as well.

@franklinstidham9037

5 жыл бұрын

@@andrue17 i have to agree ford is doing better with the gas mileage

@davidgunther1282

5 жыл бұрын

...except the best he got was 14...

@elgayetas

5 жыл бұрын

@Squirmin Herman the one eyed German Tundra gets 50!

@elgayetas

5 жыл бұрын

@Squirmin Herman the one eyed German LOL! 🤣😂

Did you let the engine break in ? I notice that right out of the dealership, my fuel economy is bad for a a week or 2, but later on, it increases and settles close to the expected average. I've experienced this with Mazda, Toyota, and GM vehicles. I notice that 2 months into driving, my fuel economy usually peaks well above average, and a year into driving the vehicle, it approaches the shown average.

Big and black truck! Abruptly looks. It seems to me or wheels at the car slightly not by the size? :)

If Chevy creates a Suburban Trail Boss, I’m gonna have a lot less money

@loops9869

4 жыл бұрын

B-Ruckus it’s coming ...2020

@sirianhowell3887

4 жыл бұрын

Or What About A Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss And A Ford Ranger Raptor

Ive loved the look of the silverado 2019 since i saw pictures of it a year ago but ive hated the 2019 camaro the whole time like the truck looks cool the camaro looks like a honda civic

Damn, my 02’ Blazer ZR2 w/ the 4.3 has 300k miles on it, drives like new & looks new. Gets 16mpg in town & off-road. I do love the looks of this truck though. I wanted a 2019 Blazer but it’s really Not a Blazer per say.

That truck looks so look badass

Your videos are the same, if not better quality than motorweek

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! Appreciate that!

I hope they'll eventually offer the Trail Boss model with the new 3.0L Duramax diesel 6 as an option.

Hopefully next year's truck will finally update the infotainment center and outdated controls.

Nice

Nice looking truck.

Well done. I am considering switching over after 2 decades with Ford. Can you answer a question. There is an upgrade performance package available with air intake and cat back exhaust, what is the net horsepower gain? Thank you, Bill Rogan

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

Hi, Bill. Thanks for checking out my review. This system offers up to a 7-hp improvement at 5,600 rpm and up to 4 additional pound-feet of torque at 4,100 rpm compared to the production exhaust system.

@dungteller367

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I have the 2019 high county 6.2 v8 and it's getting 18.5 mpg combined so the 5.3 should be getting better then 14 I traded a 2018 ltz z71 for the 19 and the 18 was getting 20 mpg with the 5.3 v8

@brennansquad

5 жыл бұрын

How do you like it?

@anthonyj810

5 жыл бұрын

You can't trust the DIC you have to hand conculate. The DIC is usually off by like 2 or 3 mpg, also this truck has mud tires so that alone drops the MPG by at least 1 vs having regular all terrains.

@dc1300

5 жыл бұрын

The lift impacts the MPG.

@terrencejones9817

5 жыл бұрын

I'm doing 20mpg average 60/40 highway city.

Even the cloth seats on the 2019s are real nice, actually I like them better then the leather ones

@joshuatree320

4 жыл бұрын

i agree

Is that msrp Canadian or USD?

Dig on mine !! Frickn genius

Steve my only question is which is the more comfortable ride the Honda Ridgeline or this Chevy Silverado??

@JohnSmith-ev1sm

5 жыл бұрын

Why mention the ridgeline in a truck discussion? It's not a truck, it's a car with an open-to-the-air trunk. It doesn't even really compete with the colorado.

@darwandoo

5 жыл бұрын

@@JohnSmith-ev1sm shut up!

What was the color of the test unit...north sky blue or shadow gray? Pics on the internet look largely the same depending on angle and lighting.

@stevehammes

5 жыл бұрын

That is Northsky Blue

Saw this thing in person, its badass

Would like to see the 6.2 in this beast

How long the tailgate will work fine until it breaks down a week a month? GM= genaric made

I’ve gotten 25/15 mpg in my z71/ltz

Cant do river crossings because water and leather don't mix well!

"Rare instances in life where you can't lose" lol. In five years it'll be worth half the value.

@peteross4879

3 жыл бұрын

Not really

Nice looking truck, What color ? some times looks gray , then I see Blue tones.

@kennethballardjr9650

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. @Richard Q

After my last Chevy ,I don't want any part of this Good luck, you'll need it

@mattman8822

5 жыл бұрын

Watcha driving now?