2000 Chevrolet S-10 Consumer Reviews

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Written by: Lowbo on 11/14/2007

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr LS Xtreme Extended Cab Stepside SB

Review

Since the day I drove it off the lot I've enjoyed the ride, Sleek running always a head turner. Will never sell this truck. I utilized this truck as if it was a big hauling truck. Hauled trailers and boats with it and it keeps on running. Only problem I had with it was an Oil cooler line break 2 years ago. Other than that great set of wheels.

Favorite Features

Standard drive. I tried an automatic and wasn't happy at all.

Suggested Improvements

Wish more trucks where made like the one I own.

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I love this truck

Written by: Zack on 10/13/2007

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr LS 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

I love this truck. I have a small lawn service and this truck has never had a problem with my trailer, or any thing else, even with a load of mulch at the same time. The only problem I have had with the truck is since I am the second owner of the truck and the first was my grandfather and it was never really used in 4 wheel drive and we had to replace almost the entire system (costly)

Favorite Features

Styling and power available.

Suggested Improvements

Make the four wheel drive manual locking and get rid of the push button stuff

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Dependable

Written by: Virginian on 05/23/2007

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr STD Standard Cab SB

Review

Bought the truck with 5K miles on it from a young couple having their first baby. I have almost 140K on it and it has been the most depenable daily driver I have owned. I knew about the potential ball joint problems and had grease inserts put in. I replaced the shocks at 50K,not because they were bad. Light trucks tend to fish tail over gravel and wash boards and I wanted better stability. I had the rotors turned and new pads put on at 75K, and the lower balls joints replaced at 135K. At 104K I changed the plugs, plug wires, flushed the radiator, replaced the lube in the transmission and rear end. Other than normal maintenance nothing else has failed. Oh, I replaced the battery.

Favorite Features

Reliability/dependability. I have driven it on several 16-18 hour trips and was comfortable the whole trip. I get 25 mpg commuting and 30 mpg on the long trips. For a truck that I paid $7400 for - it's earned my respect. Try buying something like this at that price today.

Suggested Improvements

The original Uniroyal Tiger Paw tires were horrible with even a slight bit of moisture on the ground. I thought they would never wear out. So, at 60K I replaced them anyway with Yokohamas, and am not at all dissapointed.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Looks cool, but that's about it.

Written by: Scott on 05/21/2007

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr LS Wide Stance 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

This is a cool looking truck because of the big tires and how high it sits. However, I have had this car for about a year and have spent over $5,000 in repairs. The whole front end needed to be replaced, body fell apart rapidly, and truck makes all kinds of funny noises. Truck look very nice when it was purchased, now I am almost embarressed to drive it.

Favorite Features

It looks cool because of the tires and how high it sits off the ground.

Suggested Improvements

They already took my suggestion....they stopped making the truck.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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2000 ZR2 crumbling away

Written by: MrGNMan on 01/02/2007

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr LS Wide Stance 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

Purchased new and maintained religiously by dealer and me. All highway mileage with 75000 on original tires. Got brakes had to replace all 4 rotors? Couldn't even cut them once! Dealer replaced intake gasket with a better design from GM. I have to pay! Transmission had corroded sensors and actuaters $1000 just for parts! Last 6 months $3200. in repairs which should not have been necessary! Had an '89 S10 4x4 that had 275k on it and still was running strong when I sold it for a newer, "better" truck. I'm sure that truck is still going strong. The dealer wants to sell me another truck as a solution! Not!

Favorite Features

Size of truck was just right for the infrequent times I actually needed to carry something.

Suggested Improvements

When manufacturers find a problem, they should bear the cost of not getting it right the first time and not dump the burden on loyal customers! It's just not right!

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Above Average Repair Costs at 78,000 mi

Written by: Coleman on 07/29/2006

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr LS 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

I have spent over $4400 in repairs in '05/'06 - 78,000- 91,000 miles - upper & lower ball joints, wheel bearings, oxygen sensor, oil cooler lines, shocks, brakes, belts, and tune- up. There is a moisture problem with the rotor cap screen which affects performance. The plastic club door latch broke off at 60,000 ($145 repair) and the passenger seat recliner arm busted ($245 repair).The current Consumer Report lists the S10 on the Worst Car List. I spend over $300 per month on gas for work. I am going broke owning this vehicle but the mechanics keep telling me "it's a good truck." I have not yet hit 100,000 miles and am worried about what's ahead. Anyone out there have similar stories?

Favorite Features

I like the exterior design, color, overall size, visibility and 4WD on the fly.

Suggested Improvements

Replace cheap plastic parts that break easily and rattle when driving. Improve cooler line prob, wheel bearing and oxygen sensor issue

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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2000 Zr2 2000 Problems

Written by: 2000zr2 2000problems on 06/07/2006

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr LS Wide Stance 4WD Extended Cab SB

Review

So much for built like a rock. This truck has been nothing but problems. The front end suspension can not handle the 31 inch tires. Spending 200- 300 bucks just to pass a sticker every year is stupid. Weak Transmision. Starting to slip at 80,000. Interior rattles like it is going to fall apart. Bad third door hinge design. I have had it fixed 3 times at a dealer and it still rattles a month later. I love the push 4x4 controls. Body Control Mod. went, 700 bucks fixed that problem. Great exterior looks. Paint chips easy. Gas gauge stoped at 65,000.

Favorite Features

Vortex 4.3 V6. Styling. Towing power( pulled my buddys 4x4 Ranger 3 miles back to his house) Comfy seats.

Suggested Improvements

Front end suspension. Bad transmision. Third door hinges are cheap and annoying. Stereo is weak.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Stephen review

Written by: Stephen on 04/08/2006

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr STD Extended Cab SB

Review

I have driven this vehicle throughout Germany. I love the truck. It has been 100% reliable. Problems I had were as follows: The recline handles on both seats broke before 30000 miles becuase of substandard metal used where they scew onto. The truck wants to slide easy and traction is not good, despite the tires. After 140,000 I still don't burn oil, I am religious on changes. Also the brakes tend to wear out fast on the front and rotors warp quick. (All GMs seem to do this) I love the body style it is timeless and the 4.3 is a great little engine, but I really dislike the plastic coolant outlet valve on the radiator. Apart from these things shes done me great. Reliable as hell. Wind noise is bad.

Favorite Features

I like the neat ness of the body design, the engine and transmission compliment each outher in shifting and power. It's easy to service the vehicle and the steering is perfect for driving. She rides nice and takes corners well.

Suggested Improvements

Cut down on the wind noise. Build better seat handles. The hose on my truck from the coolant overflow caught fire after I washed the engine and it shorted with the right side ABS front bumper sensor harness,was a freak accident I hope. The door hinges need redesigned as door hangs and roller wears.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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3rd and LAST S-10

Written by: Carlos on 03/31/2006

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr LS Standard Cab Stepside SB

Review

First 2 S-10s I owned were 4-cylinder 2-wheel drive. Good bang for the buck little truck, but don't expect more than 100,000 miles out of them. The last one is a 4.3 4x4. Fun truck, good power and handling, great 4-wheel drive, But wheel cylinders and ball joints are junk and need to be replaced frequently, very expensive. I have replaced all the wheel cylinders at least once at $500 each. I replace at least two ball joints every year. Other front suspension problems as well. The 100,000 mile coolant needs to be changed at 60,000 miles or your heater core will get clogged and heat will stop working. Gas gauge stopped working in last two S10s, too expensive to fix.

Favorite Features

Looks, handling, power, push button 4x4.

Suggested Improvements

Wheel cylinders, ball joints, front suspension, coolant, fuel gauge...junk!

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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S-10

Written by: jacgeo5153 on 01/21/2006

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet S-10 2 Dr STD 4WD Standard Cab SB

Review

Replaced tie-rod, upper & lower ball joints (had no grease fittings), rusted fuel line (garage kept), all before the truck had 50,000 miles. It's a shame you have to payout over $2,000 for these types of repairs and you're still making payments! I've heard other similar problems with these types of GM vehicles from friends and neighbors and I got about the same (that's typical) response from most of them. Absolutely terrible gas mileage for a small truck. Just terrible! Extremely rough riding vehicle. (Teddy Roosevelt would have liked it). I don't care to drive it and I can't wait to get a new one.

Favorite Features

I can honestly say that I have no favorite features.

Suggested Improvements

My review would be obvious for my suggestions. I always had pride in (made in USA) products, and at age 54, I never purchased a vehicle that was not made in America. My next vehicle will have another name besides Ford, GM or Chrysler, unfortunately!

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