1988 Chevrolet S-10 Short Box review from North America
"A piece of junk"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Valve cover leaks oil.
Leaf springs broke.
Exhaust fell off (twice).
Cigarette lighter doesn't work.
Floor rusted out.
Frame rusted out and broke.
Burns more gas than my dad's 305.
General comments?
The truck is nice looking and the 2.5 is strong. However the mechanical difficulties have turned me away from buying another S-10. I thought it was a good deal for $1700, but apparently I was wrong. My next vehicle will be full size and four wheel drive.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 litre fuel injected Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 201000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 203000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 12th June, 2001 |