1999 Chevrolet Tahoe LT review from North America
"The Good, the bad and the ugly.."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bought off auction Lot with 42,300 miles.
Key less remote - stopped working off and on. Took it into the dealer and was told that a switch was cracked on the mechanism that worked with the remote, did not replace cost $400.00.
Replaced tires at 50,000 miles.
June of 2003, 60,000 - Fuel pump went while driving, very costly $700.00.
Intake manifold was found to have a leak when replacing fuel pump. $400.00.
August of 2003, 64,400 - Reverse went out, then on way to dealer, Drive went out as I pulled into service area. Thought it was the transmission. Mechanic took apart transfer case, all fine there. Tried to add an encoder to transfer case and it solved the problem. My extended warranty (Nationwide Auto Dealers group - never purchase this) did not cover it. Cost $1,700.
August of 2003, 64,400 - While adding encoder noticed leak in rear differential.
August of 2003, 64,400 - back brake pads down to nothing, placed $170.
Dash light on radio not working, fuse good, must be internal light.
General comments?
Being 6'8 this car is very roomy. Lots of head room and enough storage space for a weekend of camping or a hunting trip. The dog loves it too... One exception rear windows only go down 1/3 of the way so, my poor dog cannot stick his head out of the window.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.57 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 42300 miles |
| Most recent distance | 64400 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Dakota |
| Date of Entry | 13th August, 2003 |