1997 Chevrolet Blazer Consumer Reviews Page 5

The Blazer from hell

Written by: Laurie Lemon on 04/04/2003

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 4 Dr LT 4WD Wagon

Review

After 10000 miles had to replace the ball joints and the brakes. drivers door as rattled since day one: can not be repaired. At 30000 miles the pinion seal gasket leaked and was replaced only to have the rear pinion bearing go 30000 miles later. Windshield wiper modular board broke at 40K

Favorite Features

drives well in snow and off road. has nice body styling

Suggested Improvements

for the dealer to stand behind there product

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1997 2dr blazer

Written by: george junkins on 03/10/2003

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 2 Dr LS 4WD Utility

Review

my experinece has been very good exept wjen i got stuck in a 5 ft snow drift and had to be towed out be a ford 150 therea nothing in the world that could compare to the driving of my blazer.

Favorite Features

my favorite feature is push button 4x4 which realy comes in handy for major off roading which i do alot

Suggested Improvements

better way and easier way to change tranmisson fluid its rough with brake cable in the way

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Lots of Repairs

Written by: Ken J. on 02/02/2003

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 4 Dr LS 4WD Wagon

Review

At 85k, I had a lower rod bearing come apart and ruined the motor. Rebuilt Delco motor installed costs 5k. At 80k, manifold gaskets had to be replaced since the so called 150000 mile coolant failed. This repair was about 1200 bucks. Many other failures that required lots of out-of-pocket expenses and time in the shop. Once the rebuilt motor is installed, it's history.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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Money Drain

Written by: captain hook on 10/25/2002

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 4 Dr LS 4WD Wagon

Review

We bought this car new and every thing was fine until the warranty ran out. With about 32000+ miles the fuel pump went out, cost to repair over 900.00, break job on front 300.00 and I believe every seal and gasket has been replaced.The car was back in the shop 2 weeks ago two more leaky gaskets and a cracked serptine belt cost 261.00. All I can say is good by GM hello Subru

Favorite Features

Good riding car, heater, A/C and radio work good

Suggested Improvements

Switch to better gasket and seal material that hold up

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Few repairs

Written by: wisp on 09/11/2002

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 4 Dr LS Wagon

Review

I bought my Blazer new in 97, major repairs so far, 1:after 1500 mi, condensation from AC was leaking into passenger floorboard. Dealer fixed it, said was a grommet in firewall. 0$ 2:8k mi, a fuel injector went out, dealer fixed. 0$ 3: Brake pads at 40k mi 45$ 4:Serpentine belt tensioner broke at about 50k mi. replaced along with belt. 26$ 5:AC compressor went out at 60 kmi 180$ 6:wiper relay module went out at 63k mi 23$ 7:alternator went out at 84k mi. 78$ Ive done all repairs myself except first two. Followed maint. schedule pretty much except for front bearings clean/repack and fuel filter.

Favorite Features

Looks, and low maintanence.

Suggested Improvements

temp knob on ac/heat keeps falling off, a small hole has apeared in side of drivers seat where material wrinkles. interior plastic trim on tailgate broke near handle. Improve the interior fit quality a bit.

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Blazers can be FUN

Written by: PATsFan on 07/23/2002

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 2 Dr STD 4WD Utility

Review

After four years and 55,000 miles not a single problem and this SUV is still a head turner. Now, I babied it for sure; garaged, oil changes, lube. But in return I've had nothing but good times in this truck. I'll trade in soon (I like to change every 3 years or so) and I only hope my next vehicle is as reliable and fun as the Blazer.

Favorite Features

The 4WD has been the most immpressive feature. I've been in over two feet of snow, up to the windows! and this thing just tore right through.

Suggested Improvements

Gas milage is not that great. A little more power from 50 to 70 mph would do the trick.

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always garaged.....@ repair shop

Written by: iboughtalemon on 07/09/2002

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 2 Dr STD 4WD Utility

Review

I bought my '97 blazer used with less than thirty thousand miles, intending to put on One hudred thousand or more. I just can't seem to keep it out of the shop long enough to put the miles on it. I now have close to seventy thousand pampered miles and have over $4000 in repairs.... 1 complete rear end, a new set of lifters(under 50k), valve body in transmission, pulley on serpentine belt system and several other minor things that I can't recall. I am currently getting ready to install a new fuel pump and gas guage or amybe I'll just get another car.

Favorite Features

looks like a nice vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

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About to retire this at 110K miles

Written by: JoelK on 07/03/2002

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 2 Dr STD Utility

Review

I am trading selling my 1997 Chevy Blazer after 5 years of ownership and 110 miles. Had about 3 major repairs (heater core, transmission, signal) all covered by an extended warrantee. This CAN'T handle for nothing in snow!

Favorite Features

reliable

Suggested Improvements

Needs Front wheel drive

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Positive Experience

Written by: trenaldi on 07/01/2002

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 4 Dr LS 4WD Wagon

Review

I was concerned when purchasing because of the Consumer Reports below average reliability rating but the price was right so we went for it. Well five years later I'm happy to report that not one thing has gone wrong with my Blazer (other than the normal stuff brakes, battery, tires etc.) I change the oil every 3k miles and follow the suggested maintenance.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

I like the newer body style much better, and now that they have the TrailBlazer EXT with 3rd row seat I think we'll be purchasing one as a replacement this year.

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I would buy another one!

Written by: Fulla on 07/01/2002

Vehicle

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 4 Dr LS 4WD Wagon

Review

I purchased it used in 2001 with 70k miles on it. It has 101k on it now and other than new brakes and a few oil changes I have had no problems with it.

Favorite Features

Lots of features and great preformance from the V6.

Suggested Improvements

Stiffer Suspension.

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