2004 Chevrolet Blazer

Summary:

SUV period

Faults:

Seats and steering wheel are wearing quite a bit.

In the winter, snow builds up underneath the SUV, putting pressure on the E-brake, resulting in my having to pull over on the side of the road numerous times, because I am driving with the brake on.

Brakes have been replaced, rear brake has a terrible design, which is a pain in the a** to get off; it has a drum system for the E-brake and disc for regular brake.

Other than the above, nothing has gone wrong the car.

General Comments:

It is a very solid feeling SUV. It doesn't have too many fancy bells and whistles, but has been fairly reliable. It is a very comfortable vehicle to drive long distance, but isn't the greatest on gas.

The 4x4 is awesome, this thing is a beast in the snow.

If you are looking for a practical SUV for a decent price, you should definitely consider the Chev Blazer.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 10th February, 2009

2004 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3L V6

Summary:

Typical solid Chevy/GM truck-based SUV

Faults:

Nothing, Service Engine Light comes on when running on cold days. Says below coolant temp. I reset it with a scanner tool. A very minor problem.

General Comments:

Typical GM: not a lot of style, but easy to drive, known reliability, nothing fancy. The 4.3 is a well known engine with the electronic AT. I have the 4 dr 2wd.

Again, nothing fancy, but a great used vehicle value if you can find one with low mileage.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 30th November, 2008

11th Aug 2011, 21:05

I agree with what you say. My 2wd '97 just turned 210k miles. 2 wheel drive Blazers are far more simpler & superior, lacking only if a 4 wheel drive system is needed. Chevy got this series dialed in pretty good, with all '95-'04 Blazers being a nice ride if in good shape.

7th Apr 2018, 14:58

Agree. I have the 4 door, RWD. These are very solid and even comfortable SUVs. The basic engine and tranny are the solid GM gear. Had a wheel bearing go out. Replaced A/C, brake jobs, etc. Service engine goes on during cold weather, not a big issue. Good paint.

14 years old, ~100,000 miles now. It has been a very good vehicle.