1995 Chevrolet Astro LT review from North America

The first major repair was the idler arms. They were past safety specification when I purchased the van. 3 alternators later I have one that has lasted. The fuel pump went out at 160,000. I have replaced spark plug wires twice. The rear heat and air have worked 2 days. Rear brake shoe broke. The alternator bracket broke, leaving me with no power steering or brakes in a steep curvy hill. The dutch door remote opener broke the rod that secures it closed. The sensitive remote for the dutch door is REALLY annoying, you have to stop get out and close the door if you accidentally hit it while searching for your keys.

I chose this van after doing much research for my needs. Even after all the maintenance headaches, I still would purchase one again. The van is unique for it's size, wheel well openings (allows you to run something than highway tires) and the AWD works well and drives right through snow and muddy gravel roads. It's rather doggy if you need a quicker acceleration, but overall handling is very nice. For highway driving, there is none better. Comfort is great for rear seat passingers. Seat removal is cumbersome, the seats are unreasonably heavy to be convenient, it's a two person job and they better be weight lifters.

If you are looking for good mileage, pass on the Astro AWD.