2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Consumer Reviews Page 3

Great 03 Silverado

Written by: JJG on 05/22/2004

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Crew Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Bought this truck with 8,000 miles on it and still can't figure out why it was turned back. It's the most comfortable truck I've ever owned and the difference between it and my 2002 3500 Silverado are significant. Chevy worked on the basics for the 2001 and 2002s but refined the beast in 03. This was/is my wifes truck and at 110lbs, has no trouble getting around and enjoys being Queen of the road. The Duramx/Allison combination is perfection and POWER!

Favorite Features

Engine, Trans and seating comfort. Ride is also very good for a 3/4 ton truck.

Suggested Improvements

I miss the overhead counlole from the 2002.

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Solid Truck

Written by: horsing-around on 04/30/2004

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This is a solid truck. It is used for trailering, hauling, commuting to work, etc. Only down side is it's turing radius.

Favorite Features

ability to pull trailer.

Suggested Improvements

Turning radius! Add adjustable pedals (like Ford & Dodge).

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short changed

Written by: handfull1224 on 04/16/2004

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

heater, wouldn t shut off for about amonth. service 4 wheel drive light comes on often, dealer checked it, said its ok, service brakes comes on, thats ok too. memory seats dont hold memory, heated seats dont come on right away, steering wheel knock developed. paint comming of radio knobs, and steering wheel controls, compass likes to point southwest, expensive piece of junk, lists $39,000. G.M., your done! as far as I'm concerned.

Favorite Features

satellite radio, fold in mirrors,

Suggested Improvements

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Excellent Truck All Around

Written by: Brian Schumacher on 04/10/2004

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Crew Cab LS Rwd SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)

Review

No defects, flawless performance, awesome reliablity.

Favorite Features

Tranny and Engine are bulletproof.

Suggested Improvements

Front design a little odd, fixed in 04'.

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Can't Go Wrong

Written by: Sodajerk on 04/07/2004

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS Rwd LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)

Review

This is the pickup I always wanted, and now I have it. It rides smooth, has plenty of features, and runs great.

Favorite Features

*3?*?evious pickup was built in 1989, I had never had features like power locks, windows, seats, push button 4x4, airbags, ALB, and a decent stereo system. With the Vortec 6000, this truck has power to spare and will pull anything...smoothly.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage averages about 12.5 - 13 mpg. Also the cruise control gets a little jumpy, around 55 mph it will surge up and down a little. I've also had to replace the stereo in it twice due to CDs skipping in hot and cold weather. I've also had trouble with the air conditioner.

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A Few Problems

Written by: chevrolet man on 03/19/2004

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)

Review

I have owned a few trucks and the Silverado seems to be the best. I have had to bring the truck back to the dealer a few times for little problems,passenger door had a rattle- steering was not tight,all of the problems have been addressed by the dealerand fixed.I am towing a travel trailer(7700 lbs)with no problem,it has the power when I need it.I will be buying another Chevy in the futher.After comparing Ford, Dodge and Chevy, for the money Chevy was the best deal.

Favorite Features

Towing power-seats are very comfortable- apperance of truck.

Suggested Improvements

Gas milage(I own a Corvette and the gas milage is so much better in it compared to the Silverado)if chevy can make a sports car like the Corvette and it gets OK gas milage you would think that chevy could do something in the lines of giving the Silverado line better gas milage.

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Could have been better

Written by: tnparrothead on 03/16/2004

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Crew Cab LS Rwd SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)

Review

After my break in period I noticed a significant drop in fuel economy. I went from averaging 14mpg/city to 11mpg/city. Once I hit a little more than 1,000 miles I noticed a problem in my steering. The dealership said it was probably the intermediate shaft but it has been intermittent and because they could not hear or feel it the day I took it down they did not want to chage it out. At about 5,000 miles the service 4WD warning came on. The very next time I started the vehicle it looked fine. It happened a couple more times and the dealer was unable to find a problem with my 4WD system.

Favorite Features

I like the power fold in mirrors. There is quite a bit of room in the backseat. The seatbelts in the front are in a very comfortable position.

Suggested Improvements

The airdam on the front could have been designed better so that the vehicle came with larger tires. Atleast 31s. The wheels are also very narrow for a truck this size. They are only 6.5".

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Strong player

Written by: mrbreakit on 02/09/2004

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

95% of my driving is on highways, in all sorts of weather, over hill and dale. Does great in rain and snow. Pulls strong right from the start (4.10 gears), but milage suffers - avg 12.2 MPG. Better MPG with the 3.73 gears, or get the DuraMax. Quiet ride, Bose / XM satellite combo is amazing, very comfy seats, rides great for a HD truck. Heater is really hot, A/C is mediocre at best. Aux driving lights are actually useful. One gripe - the weld job on the bed is terrible - top of the bed rails are full of ripples. Besides that - Overall, very pleased.

Favorite Features

XM radio, steering wheel controls, heated power seats, strong brakes, auto-dimming rearview mirrors, overall styling.

Suggested Improvements

Quality control, ride stance (sits much lower in the front, right off the suspension stops), better milage.

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L O V E

Written by: CvyLvr on 01/20/2004

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Crew Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Well... Chevy did a good job! There is one thing that i really dont like though... who the hell thought of making an all aluminum diesel?? I dont know... The truck has okay power from the factory, but i recommend getting a Quadzilla power chip for it. You can turn the chip on and off with a switch on the dash!

Favorite Features

allison tranny, driver's center

Suggested Improvements

softer seats

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BEST TRUCK EVER-BAR NONE

Written by: HHHANSEN on 12/01/2003

Vehicle

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)

Review

Strong truck,hauls my wood, cattle, and my grand children with equal ease !! I love the truck .I have had no major problems, and i use the truck as a truck,no sissy suv. here.

Favorite Features

safety features and power combination of 8.1 motor with the allison transmission.

Suggested Improvements

maybe some sort of in and out step system for short people!!

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