1998 Chevrolet Silverado review from North America
"Best truck ever made.. Built like a rock!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Well the rear Axel needed replacing at about 80,000 miles. @ $600.00.
Starter replaced last winter. (around 85000) @ 120.00.
That's all!
General comments?
This truck is my baby! I inherited this truck and being 16 with a truck like this is awsome.
The truck has over 98,000 miles on it. and it is excellent condition.
I can still see my face in the paint. The interior is still..almost like new. I spent $1000 and had flowmasters put on it.
A/C is still as cold as when it was bought. The truck is from north carolina so it has absolutly no rust.
It has been through one winter and absolutly sucks in the snow because it isn't a 4 wheel drive.
The stereo systems kicks anything stock out of the water and rides so smooth like a cadillac. Even with the extended cab.
The turning radius kinda blows, but what can you expect with a shortbed extended cab truck. Acceleration is absolutly incredible. But in my opinion the brakes suck you havew to push down to far to stop it.
It has normal 3000 mile servicing and a once a week washing and buffing and steam cleaning.
Id pick this truck over even a hummer.
When things break they are expensive. but for the little its broken and coast in repairs. (bout $800). But for being 6 years old I think that's awsome.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7 Vortec V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 150 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Kia Sportage |
| Date of Entry | 12th July, 2004 |

