2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Consumer Reviews Page 9

Total Quality Best All Around Silverado

Written by: Jason on 06/02/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab Z71 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

For the money, the ride, the quality, and joy of driving it the Chevrolet Silverado is at the top. The crew cab 1500 covers all my needs. I love the alloy 17" wheels, and the auto locking differential is a plus. I have driven every full size on the market. For overall price and quality I had to go with the Chevy and I made the right decision

Favorite Features

Crew Cab. Locking rear (automatic). Driver Information Center with steering wheel controls. Alloy wheels look good

Suggested Improvements

None

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The Best Ride on the Road

Written by: Ronald Holstein on 06/01/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck Rwd LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This is the first truck we have purchased in twenty years. The ride and comfort is incredible. The support the seats give my back allows me to drive without discomfort. We would like to add that prior to purchasing this vehicle we rented Ford, Chevy, Dodge Ram, 2 wheel and four wheel drives, before making a decision. Our choice is obvious as to load carrying, ride comfort, and gas mileage. Chevrolet is the only vehicle that offers OnStar. My suggestion to anyone that that is about to purchase a vehicle go to Enterprise Rentals they have 2 wheel and 4 wheel new trucks. Rent each one drive at least 600 miles then put a 1500 pound load on each vehicle & see for yourself before you buy.

Favorite Features

The seats help your lower back better than all the other trucks we tested. All digital dash for gas, oil, and mileage usage. Excellent gas mileage hauling at 80 miles per hour with 1500 pounds 18.5 miles per gallon.

Suggested Improvements

Sell for less.

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Could not believe it

Written by: rks on 05/30/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab LS Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I was going to buy an F-150, Toyota, or Nissan full size. When I began to compare I could not get over the size, comfort and fuel economy of the Silverado compared to the others. Best in fuel economy. I use the truck to commute and do small hauls. I average 18.5 hotshoting and 21 mpg on the road. I bought Chevy 20" rims and put a color coded bed cover and does it look great. All others could not touch the economy, not even Toyota. The wind and road noise in the others was annoying. We use the truck more than the car. The 4.8 has incredible power.

Favorite Features

Quiet, smooth, quality, economy.

Suggested Improvements

This truck needs a sun roof to really touch it off. Also, put the XM and OnStar antenna somewhere else out of sight.

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1st Pickup

Written by: Sodave on 05/19/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab Z71 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

My 1st new truck - I tried them all. Loved the Titan & Ford - but they are so much money. Tundra was a little low on power for 04, Dodge was unreliable. Chevy fit the bill nicely. Lots of goodies for the best price. Truck runs & looks good with 5.3 & tow pkge Z71. Mileage is OK.

Favorite Features

Autotrac 4wd. Kicks in instantly when tires slip on snow.

Suggested Improvements

Interior is boring. See Ford FX4 - the interior is great! Floor shift!

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American Top 3

Written by: Howard M McGoldrick on 05/18/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab LS Rwd SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This vehicle rides and handles much better then any of the competion's vehicles I road tested! I think Chev. outdid themselves in this model truck. I will buy another GM truck. It handles great on the road, has a quick response, and can pull down a house.

Favorite Features

Ride and handling. Engine power

Suggested Improvements

Start making more regular cab pickups

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New truck rating

Written by: james ford on 05/13/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab LT 4WD SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The truck has been everything it was said to be by the dealer. Smooth, quiet, not so much truck-like as competitors. Comfortable. So far I am very satisfied.

Favorite Features

Comfortable leather interior

Suggested Improvements

Upscale audio and navigation would be nice as options-but again, this is a truck not a sedan.

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My little work truck

Written by: driftin2 on 05/13/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab Z71 4WD SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have owned a number of Chevy shortboxes over the years & they only seem to get better with each year. Would like to see more options on the two doors though. Like bigger engines & leather buckets. I plow snow with my truck & it works like a 3/4 ton.

Favorite Features

My favorite features are the limited slip rear end, the tight turning radius, & the push button 4 wheel drive

Suggested Improvements

Bigger motors, leather interiors, GPS, XM radio, auto start, heated seats, fancy wheels

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Woodworking Vehicle Needed

Written by: Bob on 05/07/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab Rwd SB (4.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

So far the truck has been very enjoyable and has done what was asked of it, hauling, towing, trips, carrying passengers. I do hope that a true hybrid is in the works as I'll keep this one until a higher mileage big truck is available.

Favorite Features

Front seats. Adjustable and comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

I like the styling of the 2001 better-- cleaner front grill without the frown. The 6 1/2' bed is too short yet the 8' w/extra cab too long--try 7. Need true hybrid. Being in the trade need incorporated shell/side doors and lockable weather proof back (like the old Helm's Bakery Trucks with 01 look.

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05 Silverado W/T L.B.

Written by: Gabe on 05/04/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab Work Truck Rwd LB (4.3L 6cyl 5M)

Review

After owning two other new Chevrolet Trucks, this one seems to be the best of the three. Its power (4.8 Liter) rivals that of my previous' 97 5.7 Liter. Although the Cab is stripped down, it still has plenty of room and the seats are very comfortable. All control are laid out in easy reach. Plenty of head and hip room (I'm 6',2"). The long bed has plenty of room for plywood and longer items. I would deffinitely reccommend this truck to anyone needing a simple work truck.

Favorite Features

Strong engine, even though its a 4.8

Suggested Improvements

No CD Player. No Fold Down Center Seat.

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Great Truck

Written by: mmaher on 04/06/2005

Vehicle

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab Z71 4WD LB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have owned several different make's of trucks (Ford,Dodge and Toyota) and I am very impressed with the Silverado's performance, style and handling. It is a great vehicle in all areas including price. My last truck was a S10 ZR-2 but the Silverado is a much better vehicle and gets the same gas mileage as the 4.3 V6 in my S10. Can not say enough good things about this vehicle! This is THE best truck I have ever owned! PS my other truck I still own is a Toyota!

Favorite Features

Like the Z-71 off road package, tow package and the 5.3 V8 performance. Comfortable seats.

Suggested Improvements

Need lumbar option on standard seats. Return disc brakes to the rear!

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