1997 Chevrolet Venture LS review from North America
"180,000km and bailing"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine had loud lifter/tappet noise at about 10,000km. 4 visits to service before it was repaired.
Turn signal bulb holders melted and appeared burnt, dealer replaced (15,0000km)
Rear wiper broke, several times.
Has the poorest headlights I have ever owned, bought high output bulbs and it is barely tolerable.
On second radio/deck and needs to be replaced again.
General comments?
Overall dependability for the Van was pretty good, never left us stranded even in -30 degree weather. The paint and finish is still very good, got a fairly high trade due to good appearance. Handled fairly well, not as tight as the Transport, but OK. Reasonable gas mileage, good brake life 50,000-60,000km, no problem with tire wear. Probably has the most versatile seating arrangement of all the Vans we looked at, even new ones. We have started to have problems with the engine at 180,000km, seems to be using oil. Have done all oil changes through dealer for the entire life of vehicle.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 180000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Pontiac Trans Sport |
| Date of Entry | 7th March, 2003 |