1972 Chevrolet Blazer K5 review from North America
"A powerful four wheeling machine"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Basic matience, like water pump, oil pump, spark plugs, filters and battery all have been replaced.
The alternator has gone a few times, once because of a faulty battery.
Transmission has had a small leak for about a year and just recently got worse.
It threw a connecting rod through the oil pan about 2 weeks ago. I will fix it eventually.
Most gaskets have been replaced as well.
General comments?
Fun to drive on or off the road.
Lots of power for four wheeling or leaving people from the light.
Easy to see cars coming in traffic over other cars.
With a little bit of exhaust work it can sound really mean.
The roof comes off for those hot sunny days.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1972 |
| First year of ownership | 1972 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 350 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 20 miles |
| Most recent distance | 160000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 20th November, 2002 |