1995 Chevrolet Blazer LS review from North America
"I think it is a very sound vehicle without any unusual major flaws"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I bought this in 99 with 48K on it and now have 178K on it.
Power steering pump 50K.
Water pump 78K.
Rear universal joint 100K.
Catalytic converter. 175K.
Cap and rotor 170K.
Front brake pads average around 50,000 miles before needing to be changed.
Rear brake shoes were changed at 120,000 and are still good.
Right front upper ball joint and left lower ball joint.
Thermostat 130K.
Serpentine belt 150K, didn't break just showed signs of wear.
All of the items listed above didn't need replaced at an unusually early time except for the power steering pump maybe.
General comments?
Modifications:
I replaced the original stock air intake system with cone filter and
2 1/2" PVC pipe (increased pickup).
Replaced stock rocker arms with roller rockers with higher lift (like putting in a bigger camshaft) and less friction.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 48000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 178000 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Bonneville |
| Date of Entry | 4th September, 2005 |