1996 Chevrolet Blazer LT review from North America
"An embarrassment to own"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
After driving it off the lot, I was feeling pretty good about abandoning my trusty ford... of which I never had ONE problem... and three hours later a piston rod broke and I had to get a new block. The vehicle had gone through a 150 point safty inspection before I decided to buy it and it passed with flying colours (go figure). Since then the following things have gone wrong with my Chevy:
The gears stripped on the driver side AND rear window wipers, so new motors had to be purchased.
Both front break master cylinders have ceased.
The heater died in the middle of November.
The electronic 4x4 got stuck in "4low" and required a new computer to be installed.
The interior lights shorted out and.
The tailgate won't lock.
General comments?
This car bit the dust as soon as it rolled off the assembly line. I cannot believe it won consumers choice best buy AND truck of the year awards.
Don't let comfort lead you astray.
Never sell your trusty ford.
I am drastically disappointed with this vehicle.
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| Okay if you are married to a Chevy dealer |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3L Vortec V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 136000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 150000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Bronco |
| Date of Entry | 28th February, 2004 |