Suburban "Commercial" Classification

Question

We are "casually" looking for a used Suburban in our area. One came up, a 2008, and at the end of the title/description, it said "Commercial". Well, I tried researching it and came up with nothing. Some state websites said it didn't have to do with how it was used but how it was made.

Can anyone shed some light on this? We have contacted the salesman that we last worked with buying another vehicle but with the long weekend, we may not hear anything for a couple of days.

Since we travel with 3 adults and 2 large dogs, choices are limited.

Thanks!

mbopp · Answer

Former taxi / limo service?

kd4upl · Answer

I would assume this means it was last registered to a business for commercial use. When you register it as a passenger vehicle for personal use I would think that would solve any potential issues.
I don't know of anything that would be manufactured differently on a Sub that would dictate commercial use or not.
I don't see anything to worry about.

2003silverado · Answer

I wonder if it was a government type suburban like the ones used for police departments and moving government officials around.  GM might make a few changes to these orders. Otherwise I don't know why a dealership would put commercial in the description, as that is usually something to hide when selling a truck.

bob_nestor · Answer

Hmmm, I put "commercial suburban vehicle" into a Google search and it came up with this link:

Chevrolet commercial vehicles

There's a link on the page to a document that shows the details of all their commercial vehicle offerings. You can compare the details with those of a non-commercial vehicle to see the differences. I suspect it probably comes done to a standard package of engine, power train and trim for commercial vehicles, although police car setups probably also include larger brakes and upgraded tires.

brookside · Answer

Thanks for link and comments.  My husband was in touch with the salesman, but the unit is still in the shop getting inspected/cleaned.  Once it comes out, we'll be able to learn more.  I'll post whatever I find out.

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