2002 Chevrolet S-10 LS Z-R2 from North America - Comments

My only problem with my Z-R2 so far is that the handle to open the third door broke. Other than that it has been a great truck.

I love my Z-R2 it is one of the few trucks you can buy out on the market now that look aggressive off the showroom floor. The one thing I really like about my truck is the fact that it is very stable even though it sits higher than most trucks. If I had to do it over again I would have bought my Z-R2 in a heart beat I love my truck. (Hint if you are looking for more power spring for the full air-aid intake system with a K&N filtercharger with a full exhaust it really turns the 4.3 into a strong running engine.

I agree with all previous comments. The K & N air filter was purchased from the Chevy dealer, which saved me about half of the total cost when I compared to the K & N distributor. Also, a flow master exhaust system increased the engines performance.

I agree.. the Zr2 I have had over a year and I love it.. I tow a little two horse trailer handles like there is nothing behind it.. I will never get rid of this truck... Gas miles are a little bad, but I am dealing with it and I agree with the third door handle...

I have never been a Chevy fan, but, in 2002, I wanted to trade in my 1990 Nissan 4X4 extended cab with 198,000 miles on the Odo for a truck with a third door.

Chevy was the only company that offered what I was looking for. Nissan only had a crew cab, Ford had a 4-door extended cab, but wanted too much $$$. I found the Chevy to be aggressive looking, VERY pleasing to the eye both inside and out and reasonably priced. I liked the Vortec V6; everything I had heard about it was good. I've known people to have nagging problems with various Chevy trucks, but I've only known one person with an S-10, and he did have problems with his auto-locking hubs. But it turned out to be his fault, he had pulled the vacuum line off on a bush or something while 4wheeling.

So I bit the bullet and bought a 2002 Chevy LS extended cab 4X4 ZR2. 3 years now, and 65,000 miles, and the only problem I've had is the turn signal indicator in the dash, for left turns doesn't work intermittently. The turn signal IS working outside though. That has been the ONLY problem.

I've traveled coast to coast with my motorcycle in the back. I've gone 4-wheeling with other off-road enthusiasts, and it has never left me stuck. I like the stereo system, the interior is comfortable, the controls are all within easy reach, and this 3rd door is so easy to gain access to the extended cab. I have to admit, that I am more than 100% happy with the truck.

I'm sorry to hear that others have had problems with their vehicles, I have to admit, that I am rather anal about my vehicle maintenance. I still change my oil every 2000 miles regardless of what they recommend. Since I live in an extremely hot climate.

I would recommend this truck to others due to my complete satisfaction with its performance, off-roading abilities, and reliability. It is a great truck and has held up well. I hope the next 150,000 miles are just as good.

Art Bartlett

Phoenix, Arizona.

I have a 96 zr2 and I love it only problems I've had are the alternater and engine oil cooler lines. It has 70,000 on it. It has Airaid cold air intake, Poweraid throttle body spacer, Gibson stainless steel exhaust, hypertech powerprogramer 3 installed. All in all I absouluty love this truck. I have many ideas for it.ZR2's are one great truck.

Weirton, West Virginia.