The H2, the newest model of the massive military Hummer is a surprise hit at $50,000, outselling SUVs from BMW, Cadillac, Lincoln and Lexus.
"Silicon Valley's two Hummer dealers can barely keep the $50,000 behemoths in stock. Putnam Hummer in Burlingame and Los Gatos Hummer are planning expansions so they can sell more. And both dealerships have been surprised by the number of female buyers... It's fun to drive. It's fun to be in. It makes people smile..."
Thanks to MTC-ABAG Library
FULL STORY: Hummer H2 is hot in the valley
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