1999 Chevrolet Suburban LS review from North America
"Estimates of $5,000.00 to repair a car selling at $15,500 used, I will look to Honda next time"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Starting with the original starter I am now on the third one.
The front and rear breaks never worked properly, i.e. pulling, extreme vibration, extreme front pad wear, only 15% wear on original rear shoes after 84,000. (dealer says this is OK!)
Air-conditioning leaking under dash.
Automatic door locks fail when wet (rain, or car-wash).
Catalytic converters need replacing after 84K miles. (Manufacturer Warranty void after 80K miles)
General comments?
This is a roomy solid ride.
The towing package that comes with is performing well.
Passes everything except the gas station, but knew that before I bought.
The 454 cubic inch engine has enough power towing 27', 7,000lbs travel trailer.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 7.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 19 miles |
| Most recent distance | 84000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge D250 |
| Date of Entry | 1st September, 2003 |