1989 Chevrolet S-10 Tahoe review from North America
"Hard to beat"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I installed a new starter at 54,000 miles.
I replaced all the steering and suspension parts front and rear.
Replaced all body mounts and engine mounts.
Rebuilt alternator to 160 amp.
Replaced front and rear you joints.
Replaced heater core.
Installed new condenser, evaporator, compressor, and retro fitted to r-134.
Repaired common rust spots. (Tailgate, bed under tailgate, cab corners)
New battery was installed, along with new and thicker ground and battery wires.
Oil pressure switch was replaced.
New exhaust from engine block to tail pipe, including O2 sensor.
Replaced door handle inside and out. Twice on drivers side once on passenger side.
I replaced the steering pump along with the pressure and return hoses.
Bad primer was used under my gunmetal paint from factory.
General comments?
This the most reliable auto I have owned.
The torque is amazing at the wheels.
I beat it hard and it keeps going.
The cab is small for a 6'3" man, should of got extended cab.
Two thousand dollars well spent.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 52000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Probe |
| Date of Entry | 4th October, 2002 |