1998 Chevrolet Silverado Z71 review from North America
"Built like a rock for the first 100,000 miles?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
87,000 miles air condition, compressor failed - repair cost $788.20.
92,000 miles 02 sensor failed - repair cost $85.50.
96,000 miles left front brake rotor failed - repair cost $114.10.
97,000 miles drivers side window motor failed - repair cost $87.50.
101,000 miles alternator failed - repair cost $285.76.
104,000 miles wiper motor control board failed - repair cost $178.13.
107,000 miles right front wheel seal failed - repair cost $117.55.
111,000 miles exhaust manifold failed - repair cost $330.95.
119,000 miles water pump failed and head gasket failed - repair cost $776.30.
121,000 miles left front brake rotor failed - repair cost $0 (warranty)
121,000 miles ignition relay failed - repair cost $119.00.
124,000 miles left front brake rotor failed - repair cost $292.00 (replaced with heavy duty rotor)
126,000 miles wiper motor failed - repair cost $381.65.
130,000 miles fuel pump failed - repair cost $644.30.
General comments?
"Black & Chrome" with 130,000 miles and my Z71 looks as good as the day I bought it.
Looks can be deceiving.
Body and Drive Train - excellent.
Electrical Components and Systems - poor service and quality.
What my trucks overall performance be if I towed a boat or trailer, ran off road, hauled heavy loads?
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7 Vortec Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Blazer |
| Date of Entry | 18th November, 2004 |