100% Agree that the 2500HD custom is the sweet spot for value. I bought one earlier this year. I specifically didn't want the new interior, so I was excited to be able to still get the dash with physical gauges and the smaller touchscreen w/ Android auto. I don't need a diesel, and for many folks, like me, the '24 Custom trim with the L8T gasser and the Allison 10 speed transmission is a phenomenal value. It tows my 27" foot travel trailer like a dream. With the gas engine, my payload is 3700 pounds, which is great for hauling firewood in the 8' bed. Obviously, "Affordable" is relative, but prices are what they are, and I think it's one of the best buys available today. Mine was under $60k out the door with the spray-in bedliner and running boards included. Keep up the great videos, JB!

The Custom trim is the best value on the market for 2024 hands down. They have really fixed some of the short comings it had for the 2020-2023 models, and even those were nice but the 2024 really turned it up. They come standard with wireless CarPlay and push button start. You can get a Z71. You can get adaptive cruise control. They finally added rear charge ports which a lot of the early 2024s have a credit for not having those, but it is finally available. It’s just a really nice trim that gives you all the must haves in my opinion (remote start, wireless CarPlay, push button start) for a price that is still high but nowhere near as high as the other brands. If they would do the LED headlights and fog lights for the Custom I think it would outsell even the High Country. It’s already arguably the most popular Chevy trim. Atleast in my area.

I want to thank you JB for helping me choose a truck this year. I purchased a 2024 custom 2500 in August. It has the diesel, Sterling gray metallic paint, z71 package, basically loaded as far as a custom goes. I traveled far to get it but so worth it. I watch your channel all the time. So helpful to see what’s out there and learning about payload etc. Keep up the good work!

@dantimber

6 ай бұрын

Nice. I 'built' a 6.6L gas 2500 double cab standard bed for $58,000 that includes the Multi-Flex tailgate. I much prefer cloth seats and the carryover interior for a work truck. Probably my next truck as I don't tow heavy but want the load capacity.

Looked hard at the custom but wanted a 3500 and it didn’t have the new 2024 interior. For $7k more, bought a well equipped 2024 3500 SWD LT Duramax with the updated interior plus fog lights, center console, Z71, multiflex tailgate, 360 cameras on a 13 inch display, etc… I installed LED headlights and rear fender liners so you could do the same on a custom to address those negatives. No doubt the custom is the best bang for your buck especially if you can get a discount. Add some 285/75/18 Nitto Ridge Grapplers, Method HD wheels, and debadging…truck would look great.

@sillywilly724

6 ай бұрын

yea i have a 2020 custom its nothing but a work truck with rims

@generichardson7372

2 ай бұрын

@@sillywilly724 my 2024 cusom has all paint matched, goosneck hitch, tinted windows, camera rear view mirror, bedliner, and full floor mats...far from a work truck

I'm an old school fella and this exactly truck is my sweetspot for HD truck capabilities, 4WD, great breaking and power and I don't need Diesel torque. Price South Texas at $58K cheaper than a Hill Country 1500 with weaker muscles. I JUST dont like the fake chrome LT and higher end trims. Looks ridiculous IMO but my perspective is a 'work truck', I know out there fellas like fancy stuff too ..... Affordable, reliable, comfortable, excellent model

Dude, I can tell you are a car guy. Freakin' nice job

If they upgraded the interior it would no longer be as much of an “affordable price”. I personally like the gauges, seats, and interior design of the Custom trim, as shown in your video. That trim is what keeps it the Custom without moving up to the LT which is available at a higher price.

I got a 2500HD Custom in August. I think it was the best deal there is. Mine is the 6.6 gas. Does the job and has enough bells and whistles to get the job done. Plus the price was right.

@leidirschmidt2053

5 ай бұрын

what was your OTD price ?

@charlesnash6325

5 ай бұрын

@@leidirschmidt2053 I think it was around $56,7 ish.

@leidirschmidt2053

5 ай бұрын

thanks sounds like a good deal for a HD work truck

@charlesnash6325

5 ай бұрын

I think I got a bargain. It's not as fancy as the upgraded levels, but it does the job.@@leidirschmidt2053

Knoxville, TN refused to order this truck for me for three years. They kept saying, "oh, they discontinued blah, blah, blah. We can reorder without or your can come check our inventory." All three dealers did this to me. One of them tried to keep me from getting my deposit back. I ended up traveling out of state. Got the 23' Greenstone Metallic, diesel for $64,000. And I got a better trade in on my '18 1500.

HeyJB ..I'm so glad I found your channel..I just bought a 2024 2500hd 2in lift and 35 in tires. I'm interested in towing a 5th wheel toy hauler..probably with 2 full size Harleys. going to take a look at one today ..

@whitmoresmawley6594

3 ай бұрын

Hey Jb..got rid of that 2500 and got a 3500 duramax...much better truck

I have the 2021 custom with 6.6 gas and it pulls camper like a champ

There are 4-5 Custom Z71's at my local chevy dealer here in clovis Ca for 57K. I think I'm finally going to get a new Chevy after 20yrs. I still have my 2004 Silverado 4.8 and shes till going strong at 160k miles. But my son is going to get it.

Can't wait for 2025. Custom black-out edition 🙌

I test drove a custom a couple days ago. You can really feel that hp. Like you said the inside is all that’s lacking. They did have discounts and special financing, so definitely the Best Buy for a HD truck.

Everyone is looking for a deal this sound like a deal , good video!

Couple options I wanted weren't available of the Custom so I went w the LT. I do like the old school gauges though, and for a few $ you can get the 3500 springs, etc w 2500 badging on the Custom.

That’s pretty much the exact truck I’m looking to buy. Best way to get into a Duramax with a few creature comforts.

For only about $2600 more for a base LT, I think it just makes sense to go that route for the refreshed interior.

@BigFactz66

3 ай бұрын

But then you get all that ugly chrome trim and bumpers...😂

I got 2022 hd custom 67 thousand more miles no problem 52 thousand paid 4 it

GM should give the option of radio controls on the right side of the steering wheel on the custom trim level.

Bought this truck in July of 2023. Love it,but here we are in April and I heard a noise coming from the engine compartment. Take it to the dealer for what I think might be a belt noise. Just got a call that it’s my lifters in cylinder #1,#2 making that noise. No check engine light on. Just a noise at cold start up. They are now replacing all 16 of them. The truck has 3894 miles on it oh and I just had the oil changed (the noise was present before the oil change) I am very disappointed with this hopefully it will get fixed correctly. By the way it’s Gas not diesel.

I noticed on the steering wheel it seems to be missing the phone Bluetooth buttons on the right side? Overall, I would agree it's a decent value but yes, give it the new interior

Never way too many issues

They really cheaper out with the interior. It seems like they probably had a bunch of leftovers dash assemblies already built and instead of tossing them decided to keep it in the base models

@Billybob50119

6 ай бұрын

A lot of people don’t care and just want a simple and well layed out interior for a lot less money on a very capable truck 🤷‍♂️

@BigFactz66

3 ай бұрын

My wife has a Tesla with a huge screen. I didn't want all that for my truck. I'm happy with the wireless android auto.. 😂

Back in March I was looking to get a bigger truck, was going to buy a f250 but the cheapest ones I could find were 65k with 60k miles. Then I found a new 2500 custom duramax and a few different options than this one, the better screen in the gauge cluster, bed camera, and side steps and it was 6k off for 59k. At 3k miles it had and exhaust issue, ended up replacing the def injector and the cat, but since then no issues. Over all no complaints, especially for the price compared to other trucks

@fit4ya1975

6 ай бұрын

How are the seats, still stiff as hell? My 2020 seats are absolutely horribly hard

@Gamefreak1220

6 ай бұрын

@fit4ya1975 I don't think there to stiff

How are the seats, still super stiff? Thanks

$20k off MSRP and then I’d consider it

@jimmy4x4socal44

6 ай бұрын

16k off I’d be in

@hahaadventures4838

6 ай бұрын

@@jimmy4x4socal44 yeah if I’m being honest I’d take that deal too!

Keep the rear parking sensors and give us heated seats in this trim. I wanna keep my next diesel under 70k

So the “work truck” in Utah with an average sales tax of 7.19% and an “affordable” $66,000 price would be about $71,000++ OTD. 😮

Why are their 2 tongue weights?

I'll wait for the 2500 WT gas 6.6L with a refreshed interior, center stack/bucket seats for $55k, and by this time next year 12k-14 off sticker.

The only thing I don’t care for on the interior is the plastic steering wheel

Offer it in a DRW for that price (with the Duramax) and sell them like hotcakes.

I got my 2020 Denali 2500 Duramax brand new for $70,000. This price is a joke for a Custom Truck

@thunderhorse689

6 ай бұрын

Just keep backing up the models years and price, then $70k for your 2020 is a joke, and $60k for whatever made your truck a joke is a joke, etc., etc....

2024 F250 STX >

@jayb7675

6 ай бұрын

The F250 XLs are $73…at that price you could get a Silverado LT with the new interior. Ford was $8-10k more on average than the Chevy’s.

@gjolinares23

6 ай бұрын

@@jayb7675they are priced pretty close. Build & compare

I disagree, $67,000 is NOT a good price for a standard Pickup Truck. It is a price that naive consumers believe is fair. $47,000 is fair and they would sell like hotcakes.

@ffarmchicken

3 ай бұрын

I ordered a ‘24 WT 2500HD 4x4 Regular cab, stripped except for cruise control for $49,149.00. That’s the only way to get a farm truck off a dealership lot. You have to special order it because Chevy wants to put you in a 4 door “car” for $75,000 to $90,000+++.😢

Dont buy yet. Stay the course and deals will be here soon

Man that interior is hideous!

66k for a glorified work truck?

Not a bad price for a 2500 diesel. Def better to buy this over a used 30k mile truck with more options at the same price.

Would never get a custom 👎