1996 Chevrolet Silverado Z71 review from North America
"Like the comfort of the truck, but mechanically it could be better"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I purchased the truck used in the fall of 1999. One month after I bought it the auto. trans went out. That was almost $1,000, thank God for warranty.
Sounds to me like we all share the same problems, a lot of it anyhow. I went through 2 alternators between 45 and 50,000, water pump, fuel pump at around 62,000, I haven't experienced any leakage yet and have never had to add a quart of oil. My Speed sensor in the steering is going now at about 75,000 and was wandering if anybody has changed one? I would like to do this myself. I don't think that this is under recall, but as far as I can tell it should be. It is an unsafe condition and dangerous. Thanks Scott.
General comments?
This has been a relitively good truck, but it can be a pain in my butt sometimes.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 40250 miles |
| Most recent distance | 75000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Camaro |
| Date of Entry | 1st November, 2004 |