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Used 2005 Chevrolet Astro Consumer Reviews

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Does Well for what it was designed for

Al, 06/03/2008
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful

Okay, so I have only had this van for a few months, but I have had experience with other Astros, as well as other brands for comparision. For what the Astro was designed for it does it well. It's not overly stylish, but it is very funtional. Has adequate power delivery, although not refined. Handles like a van, not a BMW. Rides like a truck, not a Buick, but it will haul people and trailers. It will also get decent fuel mileage. Makes a great work truck and can take the abush and punish usually associated with work trucks.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Only one with a full frame

oldmrjim, 10/31/2005
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful

Long term experience very good. Holds up very well. Built like a tank. Has steel reinforcement behind plastic bumpers. Only item replaced: Alternator.

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5 out of 5 stars

Chevy Astro Van is awesome!

Compass360, 01/01/2018
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful

Bought my 2005 Astro cargo van years ago, it now has almost 200,000 miles on it and it's still going strong. This van handles the road excellently, anti-lock brakes are very quick to respond and it will stop on a dime! It's braking power has rescued me several times now. It has handled great in all weather conditions, rain/snow/sleet. Love the roomy cargo space, it never lets me down when I need to haul a load. Bucket seats are very comfortable, but I wish the instruments were in easier reach. Overall my Astro has been a a very reliable and strong little powerhouse.

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Best van for our needs

claudia palamar, 07/22/2007
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

This is the third Astro we have owned. Currently we tow a 26.5ft travel trailer through the midwest and have experienced no problems. One must drive responsibly and not expect to break any speed records.

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3 out of 5 stars

2nd Astro Van

Nancy, 05/08/2008
2004 Chevrolet Astro AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

The first one I bought was a 1995, drove it 109,000 miles, the transfer case went, replaced it for $2300 then traded it for a 2004 model. It is now 2008 and I have 51,000 miles and need a new transfer case. Both vehicles had electrical problems with the 'check engine soon' light, numerous brake repairs and each needed idler arms and torsion bars. I love the van tho and today when my mechanic told me to junk it because I needed a transfer case and a brake hub and a speed sensor, I said no. But, now, I need to find a more reliable vehicle that will carry and do all the family stuff that my van does.

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