1997 Chevrolet Silverado z71 review from North America
"Though it's not the most reliable, it's still a great truck!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had this truck for about two months. So far I've had to replace the entire cooling system, including the radiator and hoses, the belt, flush the system, get a new thermostat, and also replace the power steering pump. All of the sudden it has been making a very strange and loud "whirring" noise after the engine is warmed up. The noise changes pitch with the engine speed, and my mechanic thought it was the power steering pump. It was replaced, but the noise is still there. Now he thinks it might be the power steering box? Has anybody else had this problem?
General comments?
Overall, I love my truck. I have Flowmasters and a K&N filter, and it has more than enough power, plus it sounds great! It is comfortable to drive in, and I've had it through some very serious off-road situations, and it permored extremely well for being completely stock. The 4X4 works quickly and effitiently.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7 Vortec Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 105000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 107000 miles |
| Previous car | Acura Legend |
| Date of Entry | 15th May, 2005 |