1999 Chevrolet Suburban K1500 LS 5.7 liter from United States
Summary:
Comfortable and Reliable
Faults:
As with most Suburban vehicles, the plastic door handles will crack (in and out handles).
I had the automatic transmission rebuilt with a towing kit installed.
The steering box has developed some steering play (perhaps some adjustment will correct the steering play).
Radiator developed leaks at the upper end (replaced). The plastic valve for selecting water to the heater broke (replaced). Water pump was replaced, including the thermostat.
Other: just regular maintenance replacement parts such as brake pads/shoes, water hoses, fan belt.
General Comments:
As of today (March 2023) I still drive this 1999 Chevy Suburban K1500 (4X4). I use this vehicle mainly for long travel (from Frazier Park to Arizona, Utah, Mexico, Las Vegas, etc). And I use it locally during the snow season here in Frazier Park (excellent 4x4 performance!)
This vehicle has been surprisingly reliable (with regular scheduled maintenance) and very, very comfortable to drive for long periods of time (great electrical multi-position seat adjustment).
The engine (5.7.liter small block seems a little underpowered when the vehicle is fully loaded and going uphill into high altitudes with 10 people plus luggage.
I see, and I can afford a newer Suburban tomorrow... But why buy a new, or a newer one? (the Suburban looks nice inside-out). My wife and I even go camping with this vehicle! Sure, the mileage covered for a gallon of fuel is not all that pleasant.. but when it comes $$$ figures: I am way ahead with my $3,200 vehicle purchased about ten years ago!
My plan is to keep this loyal vehicle until California ask me to park it in lieu of a EV!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 14th March, 2023
13th Nov 2020, 04:52
Just wait’ll she hits 300k+ like mine. The ol 350 is still as quiet as a cat stalking mice on Christmas Eve. Better than my new round body 5.3.