2001 Chevrolet S-10 ZR2 review from North America
"Handles good, looks great, a classic some day"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The previous owner spent around a thousand dollars on replacing a few things associated with wear and tear.
I replaced a thermostat myself.
The driver's side window stopped working due to loose wires, which I haven't yet taken care of.
I had to buy a new battery because the old one had cracked due to it being older than the truck. The mounting method of the cables to the terminals on the battery leave something to be desired--the winter contraction of the cables in Wisconsin's crazy climate caused the battery to crack and spill a cell.
Overall, I have paid a minimum of money fixing problems.
General comments?
Thankfully, the previous owner treated the truck with kit gloves, which makes it easier on me. I know, however, that this model of truck has its own set of flaws that set in after owning it for a while, especially rusting of the exterior of the box.
That aside, the ZR2 is a very tough truck, both in appearance and performance. I think it has plenty of power, though I still felt the need to install an airaid air filter. I love the look and the feel of my truck. It is more comfortable than my 95 Grand Am (unless you're in the back seat) and it gets better gas mileage (the old car had a 4-cyl.)
The ZR2 is very accessorizable, but the one thing missing are aftermarket accessories with the ZR2 logo. GM still has it patented.
Hold on to your ZR2s, and keep them in good shape. With the demand for them and the fan obsession out there, combined with the susceptibility of the body to rusting, these trucks (which of course they no longer make) will be in great demand some day.
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| Money pit not worth the money or the headache |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.6 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 44000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 49000 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Grand Am |
| Date of Entry | 12th January, 2006 |